10/10 Excellent
Ted H.
13 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week at our favorite getaway
Ted H.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Entire home
Convenient/Restful Mountain Get-away
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 697.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Franklin, NC
- Mill Creek Country Club9 min drive
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts10 min drive
- Nantahala River11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Convenient/Restful Mountain Get-away
Come and stay in this beautiful 2 bedroom 1 bath mountain get-away. Hardwood floors and an open floor plan make this 1054 square foot home a great place to stay on your vacation. Convenient to beautiful mountain points of interest. One hour from Cherokee, NC. One and a half hours from Atlanta, Ga. Thirty minutes from beautiful Highlands, NC. Many hiking trails, waterfalls, hunting opportunities, and popular roads for motorcycle riders. There are numerous outdoor activities like hiking the Appalachian or Bartram Trail, bicycling, enjoy scenic waterfalls, golfing at two local courses, river tubing, white water rafting, horseback riding, zip lining, fishing, winter snow tubing, ice skating; and skiing. You can also experience our local mountain culture through Native American and Appalachian Cultural Sites and Museums, local performing arts centers, other music and entertainment venues, antiquing, curio shopping, thrift store shopping, unique dining establishments and The Fun Factory Amusement Center. A two car carport is available for vehicle/motorcycles. Sleeps 4 but a queen inflatable mattress is available for your use. Washer/Dryer included. I have listed below many local points of interest.
Nearby:
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Museum of the Cherokee Indian - art, history & culture
Macon County Historical Museum
Gem & Mineral Museum
Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians
Attic Antiques
Antiques and Collectibles
Whistle Stop Depot
GEMS and Mining:
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Rose Creek Mine
Golf Clubs:
Golf Club at Mill Creek
Franklin Golf Course
Summer: Tubing, Trout Fishing, Gem Mining.
Winter: Snow tubing and ice skating
Outdoor Center
Tubing, canoe and kayak rental and trips;
Fishing; and Scenic Hiking
Great Smokey Mountain Fish Camp & Safari’s
(No Credit Cards)
Nantahala River Whitewater Rafting
Carolina Outfitters Rafting
Nantahala Rafting with Adventurous Fast Rivers
Dillsboro River Company
Tuckasegee River Whitewater Rafting and Tubing
The Nantahala Hiking Club
Conducts hikes Saturdays and Sundays
Trail maintenance every Wednesday.
Schedule on website.
Three Eagles Outfitters
Great Smokey Mountain Railroad
Reservations needed
Nearby:
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Museum of the Cherokee Indian - art, history & culture
Macon County Historical Museum
Gem & Mineral Museum
Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians
Attic Antiques
Antiques and Collectibles
Whistle Stop Depot
GEMS and Mining:
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Rose Creek Mine
Golf Clubs:
Golf Club at Mill Creek
Franklin Golf Course
Summer: Tubing, Trout Fishing, Gem Mining.
Winter: Snow tubing and ice skating
Outdoor Center
Tubing, canoe and kayak rental and trips;
Fishing; and Scenic Hiking
Great Smokey Mountain Fish Camp & Safari’s
(No Credit Cards)
Nantahala River Whitewater Rafting
Carolina Outfitters Rafting
Nantahala Rafting with Adventurous Fast Rivers
Dillsboro River Company
Tuckasegee River Whitewater Rafting and Tubing
The Nantahala Hiking Club
Conducts hikes Saturdays and Sundays
Trail maintenance every Wednesday.
Schedule on website.
Three Eagles Outfitters
Great Smokey Mountain Railroad
Reservations needed
Property manager
Leah McCall
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
If you arrive with a pet you will not stay.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Franklin
Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the mountains. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Franklin Golf Course and The Factory. Parker Meadows Park and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
Franklin, NC
What's nearby
- Mill Creek Country Club - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
- The Factory - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
- Nantahala River - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
- Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 40 min drive - 31.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Subway - 14 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 10 min drive
- Burger King - 9 min drive
- Zaxby's - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Thomas J.
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent time to explore
Thomas J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn W.
13 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Carolyn W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Angela M.
6 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home close to Franklin NC
Angela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ted H., Coral Springs, FL USA
15 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful stay with great views.
Ted H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
David K.
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
David K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alice M.
17 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home in the hills
Alice M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ted H., Coral Springs, FL USA
7 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
Ted H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ginny O., Augusta, GA
11 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice!
Ginny O.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Thomas C.
10 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place for a Weekend Getaway!
Thomas C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kori O.
8 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Mtn Home in Great Location!
Kori O.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gigi E.
14 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
Gigi E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
John S.
9 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Haven
John S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia R.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Patricia R.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
allan l.
3 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
allan l.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Andrea B., Atlanta, GA USA
21 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin, easy access to nearby hikes
Andrea B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Hannah C.
24 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Hannah C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
NICHOLAS S., Sarasota
1 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
NICHOLAS S.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Patricia R.
20 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect for Us
Patricia R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Patricia R.
10 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a Pleasure
Patricia R.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kori O.
1 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a Gem on a 2nd Stay!
Kori O.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
3 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation home in Franklin
Amy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Leah M.
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place.
Leah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather P.
5 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely recommend!
Heather P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Phillip P.
5 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slept well
Phillip P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Leah McCall
Languages:
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Premier Host
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