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Cindy's Island - Riverfront - Fishing, Tubing

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Franklin, NC
  • Cullasaja Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dry Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cindy's Island - Riverfront - Fishing, Tubing

If its river frontage you want – you’ve found it! You can literally drop a line and fish while standing on the deck. The views up and down the river are tremendous and onsite you’ll find tubes for a lazy afternoon float down the river.
This cozy two-bedroom cottage is perfect for 2-4 guests. There’s a nice woodstove for chilly mornings and evenings, Internet (wireless) and Satellite TV.
Well located between Highlands and Franklin so a quick jaunt up or down the mountain is easy and direct.

Private home all for you with two bedrooms and two baths plus that marvelous river frontage.

There is a firepit for you enjoyment. We provide enough firewood for one fire and ask that you purchase more, if needed.
Guest access
Entire home and grounds.

NOT a pet friendly location.

Property manager

Sara Viar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Highlands Biological Station and Highlands Aerial Park are also worth visiting.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja Falls - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Dry Falls - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Lake Glenville - 25 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 28 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Rel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Asian King Buffet - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cindy's Island - Riverfront - Fishing, Tubing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cindy's Island - Riverfront - Fishing, Tubing ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cindy's Island - Riverfront - Fishing, Tubing ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cindy's Island - Riverfront - Fishing, Tubing located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cullasaja Falls and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Harris Medical Park of Franklin and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan H., Villa Rica, USA

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

Perfect Getaway

This property is great! Beautiful home with everything you and more. The extras made us feel so welcome, the perfect home away from home. The sound of the water was so peaceful and relaxing. My husband enjoyed fishing both in the water and off the deck. I can't say enough about this lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Anniversary Trip

All communication was quick and informative. Check in was simple. The home was exactly as described. Everything was clean and well kept. Only downside, but if you don’t live in country it probably would not be an issue, but property is close to road and you will hear traffic at all times. Again if you are used to hearing traffic it will not be an issue but we live on a farm and not used to traffic. Other than that the home is located in a great area to drive and hike to many different waterfalls. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

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

Cindy's Island

We loved the house, the amenities and the view was phenomenal ... the level and flow of the river was perfect for flyfishing as the water was so clear you could see the fish swimming by teasing you to try and hook them. The location of the house was perfect for venturing out to visit the towns of Franklin and Highlands, the Blue Ridge Parkway and most anywhere else that is a fun place to check out! Cindy's Island would be a PERFECT mountain getaway EXCEPT for finding and maneuvering the driveway and the proximity of the busy road and the noise from the vehicles speeding by! The quiet of the lack of traffic is quite noticeable when sitting outside by the firepit which we did as much as possible!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

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

Better Than Ever

This was our third visit to Cindy's Island in 3 years. It really just gets better each time with the added roofing on the back balcony and out the sliding glass doors. The new recliners on the porch became our favorite sitting spot watching the river flow by. The traffic on Hiway 64 is not heard at all from inside. They have thought of everything for a great getaway but convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

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

Relaxing

Love the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda T.

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

Great Getaway!

Really enjoyed our stay. Lovely, comfortable cabin. Had all we needed and more. Enjoyed the deck and river! Relaxing. Close to antiques, shopping, etc. Great family time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

VIRGINIA C.

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

Highlands get-a-way

Came up to visit family in Highlands. Ate some good food and great family time. Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Beautiful River Front Home

The house was on the Callasuga River. You could fish off the deck of the house Beautiful home. Only thing lacking. A dishwater. Great location between Franklin and Highlands, North Carolina.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Ken H.

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

Riverside

The property is right on the Cullasaja River. Good swimming and fishing. The traffic and road noise is disturbing while setting outside. Be careful of the uneven floors and exposed stone hearth, dangerous.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect family getaway!

We had a wonderful stay — very clean, excellent location near town and central to get to other towns. We loved hanging out in the river and making s’mores in the fire pit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Relaxing Riverfront Home

We fell in love with Cindy’s Island right away. The home has a fantastic view and you can hear the river from the back deck. The home is beautiful and nicely decorated. Lots of special touches made us feel welcome and super comfortable. The location is great because it is close to hikes and downtown Highlands. It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

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

Rock hunters

This place was very nice clean and quiet right on the water we loved it and would to come again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a great weekend! Wonderful cabin and setting. Loved being on the river!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B., COCOA

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

A Very Special Place

We have rented over 20 VRBO homes and this was the best! Very clean, dreamy beds, best kitchen café table over looking the river and both porches to listen to the river and have a cocktail. My husband fly fishes and they had just stocked the Cullasaja river. All he had to do was get his waders on and walk over to the island and down the river to fish. He had good luck catching nice rainbows and brown trout over the 6 days we were in Franklin/Highlands area. We also rented a pontoon boat on Lake Glenville for a few hours and took a ride and did some lake fishing. The road to Highlands can be very challenging so we only drove there to have dinner at the Lakeside restaurant which was very good and to walk through the town. Franklin has a cute downtown area with some good restaurants for lunch. A very relaxing home and would be great in the summer too. Great stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret W.

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

Great Get Away

Relaxing and beautiful. A little hard to find, especially at night because the entrance is right outside a curve in the road but overall, we would go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

vlad z., North Port Florida

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

Peaceful Relaxation

If you are looking for a river home to do a short vacation, this is the place. 10 minutes from restaurants and shopping, 10 minutes from mountain peaks, 10 steps from a scenic river. Fly fish or just sit back and enjoy the river sounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cara W.

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

Great small rental

We had a great experience with renting this property. Thank you for that😀. The cabin was very clean and cozy. We had family staying in Highlands, 30min. , so we were able to do the river at our rental and the town at their cabin. Thursday we did the mountain coaster which was fun and We drove to an amazing zip line, the Gorges, on Friday. Not to disappoint! There is so much to do! Shopping in town on Saturday before the football games. Roll Tide! We were very pleased with the cabin and all of the adventures surrounding it😃
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Peaceful

The house was very clean and had everything you would need. The host stayed in touch before our stay and was detailed. The view from the deck was beautiful. Highly recommend you stay here. Perfect location to Franklin and Highlands
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

September 2022

It was all we had hoped for and more! Really enjoyed having the ability to walk out the door and start fishing. Very peaceful and stress-free environment. Loved it when the neighbor's chickens dropped by. The only negatives were that I found the TV a little confusing and the house needed more large pots, but all the other amenities were excellent. Hoping to return this Christmas and many more times in the future. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Thanks Cindy and Owen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

April J., Austin, Texas

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

Wonderful Creekside Location

We traveled to a wedding in the Highlands over Labor Day weekend, but wanted to stay in cabin located on the water, so my husband (an avid fly-fisherman) could drop a line nearby. This cabin fit our needs perfectly. It was immaculately clean and very well-stocked with a washer/dryer, a kitchen, coffee maker and very comfortable beds. We appreciated the "extras" like free water bottles in each room, mints on the nightstand and a s'mores kit ready to go. There are fishing poles and tubes for the river, a nice porch overlooking the water and a firepit. Very secluded location and amazing location right on the river. Open the windows to hear "nature's white noise machine" - the sound of the river flowing by. The neighboring property has chickens and a friendly dog. It rained while we were there and it was so relaxing to sit on the porch with the windows open, listening to the rain and hearing the river go by. The property owners were available and answered the phone quickly when I needed to access the lockbox. This was a great day and I was pleasantly surprised by how nice everything was.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally S., Ellijay, Ga.

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

Heaven

We have never been as relaxed as we were at this well-planned , luxurious place♥️…chock full of anything you should need for your stay. Special coffee even! We rent cabins to vacationers ourselves through VRBO and we learned some great ideas from this beautiful place. Thank you for a perfect stay. I floated downstream a bit and I’m 75! FUN TIMES! Sally and Jim
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

william h r., Sprong Hill

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

Cozy and comfortable

Great
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian E.

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

Very relaxing

Went up to relax and this place did not disappoint! Sitting on the deck, watching the river, and doing nothing, was the perfect getaway. Even saw a beaver cruising the river on our last night!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

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

Second stay

Hopefully not our last. We love this house and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

E L.

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

Fantastic Creekside Cabin

The location and size of this Cabin is perfect for four people. Our teenage boys loved tubing and swimming in the creek. Thank you for the S’mores, they were a big hit. Cabin was well stocked and very clean. Would love to visit the place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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