Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views!

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Sheffield Mine
‪1 min walk‬
Mason Mountain Mine
‪6 min drive‬
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Queen Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Craving nature, the outdoors and a family or friends getaway? This place is all that, plus very private. Enjoy the outdoor shower, Large Back Deck or Front Pergola with hanging benches and swings and firepit or also the large firepit, below both. Beautiful views day or night with the sound of nature and the stars shining bright and that fresh, aromatic mountain air! Located in Cowee Valley above the famous Sheffield Gem Mine and only a short drive to the town of Franklin, which offers breweries, restaurants, shopping and grocery stores.
Ruby Gem Cabin offers 4 bedrooms with 5 beds, a queen blow up and room on the large living room sofa to accommodate up to 11 people. The kitchen and dining room are large with plenty of chairs. 2 newly remodeled bathrooms with special design touches, plus an additional outdoor shower for the warmer months.
Plenty of parking.

Property manager

Tanya Campbell

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If bringing your dogs, please use the provided dog sheets to protect bedding or sofa, etc. These are in the basket next to TV. Thank you

Replace keys in lockbox, lock up and turn off all lights when checking out. Also, set Thermostat, to 64 in winter and 75 in summer.

Place trash and recycling in respective bins outside, or if possible take with you to Cowee Trash and Recycling. Thank you

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sheffield Mine and Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

Sheffield Mine - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Mason Mountain Mine - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Rose Creek Mine - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 15 min drive - 14.0 km

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
‪Caffe Rel - ‬13 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬15 min drive
‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬15 min drive
‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views!?

As of 8 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views! on 5 June 2025 start from AU$579.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Sheffield Mine. Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine and Mason Mountain Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

28 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the place

Wish we had more time there. Was a great fit for 6 adults and 4 kids 4-11 and an 11 month old. Kitchen was big enough to cook although we only did breakfast. I like it when you go somewhere and there are some staples there. The kids enjoyed the net pillow swings outside and if we had been there longer we would have made a fire outside. Would be great to go back and enjoy the outdoors.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amberlyn R.

19 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love, Love, Love

We had a wonderful time. Tanya was so great. Easy to communicate with. We were so grateful to have our time here. Best place for our dogs. She even had sheets to cover furniture so that our fur babies felt at home being with us on the couch & bed. The view was beautiful!!! Had a wonderful time and it it so nice when the host is an wonderful as Tanya.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruby Gem

Great property! We look forward to staying here again

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

11 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect fall weekend

My family enjoyed time at the fire pit swings. You could see the stars listen to the night sounds. Lovely. The back porch had a big dining table we all gathered around. Property was clean. Lots of amenities. The only 4 star i gave was on property description: there was not an office with a sofa bed. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

7 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very clean and lots of room, very quiet and peaceful, private, everything you need for cooking. Host Tanya was very responsive and Richard was great. Can’t wait to come back in the spring. Thanks for a great stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation 2024

We have been coming to Sheffield Mine since 2005 and love staying in the Cowee Valley area. This is the first opportunity we have had to stay at Ruby Gem Cabin. It definitely checked all the boxes we look for when booking a vacation rental. King size bed, central a/c, WiFi, peaceful location. Tanya is an amazing host and her cabin is one of those places you hesitate to tell others just how good it is for fear it will be fully booked when you want to come back. Ruby was the best stocked cabin we have stayed in and even had a highchair for our grandbaby. I’ve already emailed to get details on the king mattress as we slept soundly through the night all week, something that doesn’t happen at home with our Tempur-Pedic. Tanya has a gift with interior design and Ruby reflects that. We will definitely return in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret l.

11 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Would stay here again

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cowee S.

19 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two Night Stay

We rented this property for a visiting band to stay in and they loved it! The only issue was access to the property with a steep gravel road. Tanya is a fantastic, communicative, and welcoming host!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

2 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing tranquil country home

I just can’t say enough about this property and the manager. Perfect place with plenty of room for our family. Very secluded and peaceful. Everything you could need for a long or quick get away. We will definitely be back. Tanya was so nice and helpful and very quick to respond. Absolutely wonderful place to stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

7 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great birthday

Was only one night but great views, great fire pit, great property. Everything we needed

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tanya Campbell

I'm a Colorado native that learned airbnb and hosting while there. I made a huge change and leap to follow my calling to own land and fell in love with the Smoky Mtns. I found this property with a Ruby mine and the cabin. Never had I thought I'd own a mine, but it's what destiny had in store. I love sharing this special place and land with my friends. I love the quiet and the amazing scents of the woods, seeing the deer prancing by and the birds. I love all the wood critters.

Why they chose this property

It's private, quiet, peaceful and beautiful. Yet only 15 min or so from town where everything is available.

What makes this property unique

Being at the Authentic historical Sheffield Gem Mine is very unique. You sit perched above, but can walk or drive down and partake in mining for Rubies and learning about a variety of other crystals with our Rainbow buckets of gems too.

Languages:

English

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Living Room 1

Office 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property