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Wild Bills Riverfront Escape - Garden hot tub

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Wild Bills River Escape
River View
Awesome Porch overlooking River
Garden Hot tub in Master Bedroom
RIver area/ fire pit

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Franklin, NC
  • Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sheffield Mine
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wild Bills Riverfront Escape - Garden hot tub

Beautiful 2 bedroom/ 2 bath Riverfront Cabin with Garden type hot tub in Master Bedroom .Priceless Huge Covered Porch with gas grill overlooking the little Tennessee River in Franklin N.C. Excellent High-Speed Internet. Comfy King Beds. Loaded Full Kitchen. Living area has 2 plush leather recliners and a beautiful new leather type couch to match. Great spot to relax after some fishing or gem mining. Fish from the back yard. Beautiful River views from every angle. Fire pit for night fires and star watching. Kayaks are available to rent. Wild Bills is in a great location to enjoy Franklin and the surrounding Smoky Mountain Area. Easy access for any vehicle. Cabin has Central Heat and Air/ Ceiling fans throughout. Washer/ Dryer. This cabin is a dream cabin. The location is semi- private, not remote. Where can you find a porch this big overlooking the beautiful Little Tennessee River in the Mountains? and did I mention Master Suite jetted garden Tub?? The Covered porch will be such a highlight. You can view this amazing river change with the seasons. The Mountains are calling you.

Property manager

Belinda Childs
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Riverfront area children should be attended
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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
Responsible smoking allowed on grounds

Important information

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Mason Mountain Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Mason Mountain Mine - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Sheffield Mine - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 25 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheffield Mine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wild Rose Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Davis Ray's Commercial Refrigeration & Appliance - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Bills Riverfront Escape - Garden hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wild Bills Riverfront Escape - Garden hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wild Bills Riverfront Escape - Garden hot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wild Bills Riverfront Escape - Garden hot tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mason Mountain Mine and Sheffield Mine. Old Cardinal Gem Mine and Rose Creek Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 123 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Allison S.

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

Watch the river from the porch!

Very cute and cozy cabin right in the river. The porch, overlooking, the river is fabulous! It’s not “secluded”, as the cabin is just off the road, but when you are on the porch, you don’t even notice the road……. just the beautiful river and mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

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

Bret and Cindy

It was great to just relax. Praying that the owners are safe after the storms!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

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

Extended Weekend Getaway

The weekend with our friends was wonderful. Cabin was everything and then some. Views from porch was amazing. Franklin and Bryson City was close but not too close. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Feels like home

Had an awesome time in a great place.Everything about the cabin was beautiful only issue it was on a busy highway not as secluded as advertised bring something to drowned out the noise on the good side it’s close to everything you could spend a vacation doing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matt P.

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

Family trip in nature

The porch is awesome. Played games at the outside table. Ate every meal rain or shine outside. The view overlooks the river. The fire pit is on the river. The roadway (Woodchuck Ln) is deceiving. It is a single lane gravel path that falls off the main road. The houses are on one side, the gravel, and then the river is on the opposite side. Cleanliness was middle of the road for Vrbo stays. Warning: Wi-Fi was very slow and almost nonexistent. Cellular service is null. We picked it to limit the teenagers time on screens. It is just “mountain” internet. Not the hosts fault. You cannot watch a movie and surf at the same time. Cozy cabin with a view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Rubies and Black Walnuts

Our stay was very accommodating for our needs. We were very close to the ruby mines which was the main reason for us to be in the area. Not only did we find rubies, but we also were allowed to gather black walnuts that had fallen. So, we REALLY enjoyed our stay! The only disappointment was the lack of accessibility to the river from the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

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

Relaxing Porch Time

My husband and I stayed here to celebrate our anniversary. We really enjoyed it. The cabin was clean and set up well. We loved the front deck and having access to the Little Tennessee River. Occasionally, we did hear a good bit of traffic noise during certain times of the day. But, overall, it is a great get-a-way cabin for a couple or small family.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Relaxing vacay

Loved the location, very quiet and peaceful. Loved sitting on the porch most of all. Very clean and well stocked kitchen. Loved being here!!! Needs more light on the porch we spent a lot of time out there playing cards and was a little hard to see. The only drawback we had. Will probably book again for next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A., Marietta, Georgia

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

River Cabin

We had a really good time at the cabin. Very clean and comfortable. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mark W.

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

Wild Bill's

Had a great time fishing, floating, and kayaking down the river. Water access was difficult from the cabin, but Kevin, the full time resident next door allowed us to use their stairs and we were able to put our kayak in and take it out there. The view of the river from the large covered deck was beautiful and was the perfect start and end to each day. We enjoyed morning coffee and ate several meals out there. All in all, Wild Bill's cabin was great, and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sgromlov@gmail.com G.

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

Great last minute getaway.

Sufficient,clean comfortable cabin. Bed in Master was very high. One in spare room very low. Take your pick. Not secluded but neighbors are very nice. Grandaughter enjoyed the mountains for the first time. Went tubeing on Deep Creek. Was nice to escape the heat of Florida for 5 days. Weather was 60s in the morn.and 60s at night. In July!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Family Vacation

Nice stay on the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

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

River Get Away Cabin

Not as Secluded as We Hoped. Still. Very Good in Every way. May Stay again. Found the Hot Spots for Small Mouth! Sorry..won't be saying Exactly Where..but the River in front...is a Part of the Same River!! 😁👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing Stay

Property had everything that you need. Very relaxing and exactly what we were needing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H., North Carolina

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

Relaxation

A very wonderful stay. Was so peaceful and relaxing, just what we were looking for. Loved the view from the porch, could sit out and just watch the river flow. Will definitely be going back. The only issue we remotely had and we had figured out the best way for us, but was getting in and out of the driveway to the cabins. Still giving everything a 5 star either way and would definitely recommend to other people. ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

AMAZING!!!!

we loved this place. it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shayne N.

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

Great river view

Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Carla K.

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

A nice stay

The cabin is nice. The Jacuzzi was a great place to just relax. I was a bit put off by the extreme "religious" quotes, pictures and decorations used in the cabin. As a person who has had very bad experiences with religion, I didnt appreciate all of that. The bed in the master bedroom is really too high and we ended up sleeping in the second bedroom. We made the most of our vacation, though, and will definitely book through VRBO again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike S.

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

50th Aniver'

great loved our stay and Belinda was great. best sight seeing was just up the mountain from cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruletha H.

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

Relaxation dream cabin!

We absolutely loved this cabin. The location was beautiful, restful and a great local for fishinermen. The view was incredible and even the rain on the roof one night was so relaxing. The cabin was immaculate and very well stocked. The welcome book was a big help. They think of all your need. Belinda was super helpful!!I!! It was so great we had to add a night and she got back to me super prompt. So thankful for this vacation home for family together time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn K.

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

Polar Express Getaway

Great place to stay in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie F.

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

Beautiful semi private riverside cabin on the highway

We enjoyed our stay. Very convenient to Franklin and other local towns. Cabin was beautiful and I really enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. Could use some more comfortable beds
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B., North Carolina

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

Nice relaxing little cabin!

Great little cabin! Very neat and clean! Had all the things needed in the cabin for a pleasant stay. Deck over looking the river was a perfect place to sit, eat and relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JACKIE W., Knoxville, TN

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

Enjoyed Wild Bills.

Great time at Wild Bills. Great location for fishing right out the door. We saw an eagle the first afternoon we were there which was a great highlight. Only wished there was a swing on the porch or grounds
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony N., Chester, SC

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

Beautiful location

My wife and I were celebrating our 35th anniversary and just wanted a quiet location for a long weekend. This was perfect for just the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Belinda Childs

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My name is Belinda Childs. I am the manager of Oak Grove Cabins. This cabin is one of the many Riverfront cabins we offer. It truly is a great Place! I have been managing cabins here in Franklin for the last 20 years. Have many repeat guests and truly enjoy meeting them and having these great places available for them to enjoy!

Why they chose this property

This Dream Cabin is located on a tiny spot in Paradise. Great Porch overlooking the beautiful Little Tennessee River. Graden hot tub which is very hard to find in Franklin. Centrally located to most Smoky Mountain attractions. Great place year round.

What makes this property unique

Ultimate porch with river views
garden hot tub
Centrally located
Has everything
Great Place!

Languages:

English

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