Located at the base of the Cullasaja River Gorge, 5 miles from Franklin, the Rivers Edge Cabin offers easy water access. 10 miles from Highlands, NC. Relax on the open deck to the sound of rushing mountain water or... better yet... jump in! The kitchen is open with a dining table and a bar area. It is outfitted with cookware, utensils, dishes, a coffee maker, a toaster, and more. The cabin is fully stocked with linens, bedding, towels, & blankets. The deck area has plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, gas grill cooking, or just relax by the water. The cabin has Wi-Fi and XM radio. The living area is equipped with a flat-screen TV (with Netflix and other streaming channels you can log into) and a DVD player with an assortment of movies. There are also two enclosed porch areas that are perfect for rainy days. Plus tubes, kayaks, and a fire pit! Experience the beauty of 3 waterfalls..... (Dry Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, the Cullasaja Gorge) just a short distance from the cabin. Hike the many Nantahala Trails such as the Carolina Ridge and Ranger Fall Loop. Pan for native gems at Jackson Hole. All plus more within minutes of this prime location! LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Nikwasi Mound (7 miles), The Factory (11 miles), Wildwater Nantahala Rafting & Canopy Tours (24 miles), Cherokee Casino and Spa (27 miles), Oconaluftee Indian Village (28 miles), Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (30 miles), Scaly Mountain Ski Area (30 miles), Cataloochee Ski Area (44 miles) DISCOVER NATURE: Little Tennessee River Greenway (5 miles), Bartram Trail: Wallace Branch to William's Pulpit (13 miles), Rufus Morgan Trailer & Falls (22 miles), Appalachian Trail (25 miles), Nantahala Gorge (25 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (30 miles), Whiteside Mountain (30 miles) GEM MINES: Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine (7 miles), Old Cardinal Gem Mine (7 miles), Rose Creek Mine (6 miles), Mason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine (17 miles) AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (67 miles) The River’s Edge Cabin Pet Policy........We understand how it is when going on vacation and you must leave part of your family home. That’s why we allow our guests to bring along their pets with a non-refundable $100 pet fee per pet. Pets must be approved prior to the visit. Pets must be crated if your pet is left alone. If you do not have a crate your pet must be able to be left on the screened-in porch. You will be responsible for any damages created by your pet. We do not allow pets on the bedding or the furniture. And we expect you to clean up after your pet inside and out. If you allow your pet to enjoy the Cullasaja River with you, please make sure their paws are clean before going back into the cabin. We have supplied a water hose in case it's needed. We appreciate you following the rules of the River’s Edge Cabin so all our guests can enjoy their stay.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).Crated if left unattended!.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Please keep your pet off bedding and furniture. If leaving pet alone at the cabin they must be crated. $100 pet fee..If your pets enjoy the river please make sure their paws are clean before going inside. A water hose has been conveniently supplied for you.,Please remove all refuse when you leave. Directions to disposal site provided. Also, wipe the grill if used, we do not want to attract critters!.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.Smoking outside only dispose of butts properly.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.No house parties, no excessive noise after 10pm.