Relaxation at its best - Screened Porch & Fireplace
Location: Franklin, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Between Franklin & Highlands NC) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Franklin NC, mountain views, outdoor fireplace, mountain cabin, western nc, luxury vacation rental, NC vacation rental, North Caroline Vacation Rental, Frankln NC Vacation Rental, Mountain retreat
A screened in porch with OUTDOOR FIREPLACE is where you will spend most of your time. Imagine snuggling under a faux fur blanket on a cool evening, or enjoying hot chocolate and 'smores, or a great bottle of wine with those you love.
Just Breathe...life is simpler here.
Awesome VIEWS of 5 MOUNTAIN RANGES, stream, pasture & ponds are seen from almost every room. Whether you want a Romantic Getaway or to bring friends/family and reconnect - this is a great escape for 1-6 people. The house is not a bare bones cabin but a luxury mountain home. Private, quiet, 3 bedroom (2 Master Suites, one on the main floor) all with 'en suite baths. This home has been featured in many publications, and won THREE AWARDS ~ *BEST VACATION HOME*, *BEST TIMBER FRAME HOME*, *BEST CUSTOM HOME* An awesome, one of a kind house.
Base all your activities from here, away from the stress of the city. Our two homes are the only rentals in the community. No noisy cabin rentals here. Paved road access to well packed gravel drive (SUV not needed in season, no scary one lane roads), private 2.7 wooded acres. Located between Franklin & Highlands off the Waterfall Byway. Waterfalls, hiking, fishing, the best scenic drives with mountain vistas!
House Details: Meticulous Housekeeping! An open floor plan, stacked stone fireplace, 42" DIRECTV, upscale furnishings. Master Bedroom on Main floor features a Queen Alpine Log Bed, Dressers, TV, wood floors, tiled ensuite bathroom with large walk-in shower, double vanity sinks with granite countertop & warming drawer for slippers, towel or robe. Second Master Suite is located upstairs with Queen Leather Bed, wood floors, Leather chaise, dresser, TV and wood floors. The 'ensuite bath has a shower, Jacuzzi tub, double vanity sinks, & granite countertops. The third guest bedroom is located on the main floor with Queen bronze bed, wood floors and ensuite bath with shower and copper pedestal sink. Fully equipped gourmet kitchen gas cook top, microwave, oven and warming drawer, dishwasher, double door refrigerator with in door water/ice dispenser, wet bar with beverage refrigerator,& sink). Laundry Room with washer/dryer.
An upstairs Loft area has a leather chair, ottoman and Desk, great for reading and those of you who have to touch base with the office while on vacation. WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDED.
When we travel, we're picky - we rent homes through VRBO too. When we rent we don't want a place that's worn and in need of an update. We want a clean house. We don't want a place that smells (dogs or musty from lack of use). We want a comfortable bed and nice furnishings, we want a well equipped kitchen because we love to cook in (usually atleast 2 meals) . We want to be centrally located so there's lots of exploring to do. We want shopping nearby. And, even when on vacation, we need to stay connected, so we need internet and cell service. So, we've provided what we expect for you. We appreciate the fact that you choose our home for your vacation and we make sure your money is well spent. So, when only the best will do ...
And, don't take our word for it - Read our reviews! Everyone loves the house.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Beds are made up with fresh linens, and towels are provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : We can arrange for offsite parking.
- Wood Fireplace (2) : 2 Wood Burning Fireplaces, one in Living Room, the other outside on Screened Porch - Wood provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : 3 Bedrooms, 3 Queens (2 Master Suites, One on Main Floor, One on Second Floor + Guest Bedroom on Main Floor)
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV : DirecTV w/Movie Channels & Music, 42" in Living Room, 2 Master Suites have TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Music Library : DirecTV Music Channels Ipod Docking station.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Gourmet fully equipped Kitchen, Pro Appliances, Gas Cook Top, granite countertops, wet bar
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equipped kitchen, including blender, food processor, slow cooker, popcorn popper
- Refrigerator : Water & Ice In Door + beverage/wine cooler refrigerator in wet bar
- Dishwasher
- Microwave : Convection/Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Private Chef services available at an extra charge.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : Open Deck with seating for 6 + Screened Porch with Stacked Stone Wood Burning Fireplace, exterior dining for 6
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Awesome views of 5 mountain ridges, stream, pond & pasture from almost every room.
- Communications
- Telephone : Land Line & most cell service
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless works in house and out on decks/porch
- Other Amenities
- Private 2.7 acre wooded property, paved road access to gravel drive (4x4 not needed in summer months). Linens, paper products, shampoo, shower gel, dishwashing detergents, laundry detergent, walking sticks for hiking, Activities Book with suggested hikes, locations of waterfalls, gem mines, restaurant menus, etc. You cannot see neightbors from the house. This is truly an escape; a chance to relax and be as active as you like, or simply enjoy the mountain air. There's something special about the mountains, they soothe the soul.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Two steps leading into the house, then main level living with Master on Main, Large Bath w/Shower, Living, Kitchen, Deck & Porch with no steps.
- Kid Friendly : Open Staircase leads to second floor bedrooms & loft. Not suitable for toddlers.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be 25 years of Age or older.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Photography, Bird Watching, Gem Mining, Waterfalls, swimming holes, beautiful vistas, all within just a few miles.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter/Early Spring 2012: Jan. 5 -April 30 - $200/nt ...$1300/wk (2 nt. min.)
Spring/Summer 2012: May 1-Oct. 4 - $295/nt ...$1925/wk (3 nt. min.)
Fall/Peak Leaf 2012: Oct. 5-Nov. 4 - $325/nt. .... $2100/wk (4 nt. min.)
Thanksgiving 2012 - 4 night min. stay, $325.00/nt..... $2100/wk
Christmas 2012 - WE ARE ALREADY BOOKED FOR CHRISTMAS 2012
Exit Cleaning Fee: $125-150.00 based on # of guests
All rates subject to 9.75% NC Taxes
Inquire about 14+ night stay Special Rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Luxury Timber Frame Home with Outdoor Fireplace - Tranquility!
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Franklin
We built the house in late 2006. Franklin is a great central location, a year-round community. We love the tranquiity of the mountains.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Other neighboring communities are close by such as Highlands, Cashiers, Bryson City, Dillsboro, Sylva, Cherokee & Asheville.
We enjoy sitting in the screened porch with a cup of coffee in the morning and listening to the sounds of birds. In the evening on the back deck with a glass of wine gazing at the ever changing views of the mountains. And, we love our outdoor fireplace which we use almost year-round.
The road to Highlands is breathtaking, it follows along the Cullasaja River passing the famous Cullasaja River Gorge Falls, Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls.
Scenic drive & many hiking trails between Highlands & Cashiers including the spectacular Whiteside Mountain Trail
Not only is this a beautiful drive in on Forest Service Road 69, but once you arrive a short hike takes you to Wyah Bald Lookout Tower with views of many mountain ranges and two valleys from the tower
Take an old fashioned train ride tour through the Nantahala River Gorge. At Christmas they do the Polar Express. Great for children - wear pj's and meet Santa.
Dillsboro offers many rafting & tubing activities. Great for a warm summer day of floating on the river. Small town shopping & restaurants.
Great Restaurants, Shopping, Festivals, Museums & Pickin on the Square (free concert every Saturday evening May through October)
Grab a bucket and dig for gems. Many of our renters have found large nuggets. Or pan for gems at many of the numerous other sites around Franklin.
Spring wildflowers and mature hardwood forest makes this a beautiful 1 mile loop trail hike to Rufus Morgan Falls.
One mile hike to the Appalachian Trail, the tower at the top of the mountain offers spectacular views of the Little Tennessee Valley, Fishhawk, Cowee Mountains and Cowee Valley just below. This is a n
At the Standing Indian Campground you will find numerous hiking trails including access to Standing Indian Mountain on the Appalachian Trail. This is the highest mountain on the Appalachian Trail in
Internationally known whitewater kayaking, rafting & hiking center. The Appalachian Trail crosses the Nantahala River at this location.
Two short hikes to two beautiful waterfalls on Forest Service Road 67, 5 miles from Standing Indian Campground.
At 410' Whitewater Falls is the highest falls in Eastern America, 10 miles east of Cashiers on Hwy. 107.
Be inspired by the relaxed elegance of George and Edith Vanderbilt's 250-room family home and country retreat. Discover original art from masters such as Renoir, magnificent 16th-century tapestries, N
Owner's Map of Franklin
We chose Western North Carolina because of its beauty, the awesome mountains and the four seasons for year-round activities. Franklin is a wonderful small town, with friendly people, great restaurants and shops. We enjoy hiking, scenic drives, and local festivals. We are close to the necessities of life, but yet away from the hustle & bustle. A step back in time when life was simpler. We came for a visit, fell in love with the area, and decided to stay forever.
Property Photos
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- Relaxation at its best - Screened Porch & Fireplace - NC Mountain Home Rentals
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- Escape, Quiet, Private, 2.7 acres with awesome mountain views - NC Mountain Home Rentals
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- Warm & Comfortable - Massive Exposed Beams, Open Floor Plan - NC Mountain Home Rentals
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- Beautiful Decor, all the comforts of home
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- Gourmet Kitchen, Dacor Gas Cooktop, Great for Entertaining
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- Beautiful Details, Upscale Furnishings
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- Curl up with a book
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- Master Bedroom Suite on Main with Doors opening to Deck and the mountains
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- Second Floor Master Bedroom Suite, great mountain views
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- Cozy Guest Bedroom on Main Floor
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- Awesome views of the mountains from almost every room
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- Enjoy views of the mountains from the back deck
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- Come and experience the beautiful sunsets
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- Nearby Dry Falls Area - Walk under the Falls
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- Nearby Cullasaja Falls on the way to Highlands
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- Fly Fishing Fantatic or Want to Learn - We'll Hook You Up!
Traveler Reviews (26)
Excellent Rental
Guest: Enjoy
(southeast)
Date of Stay: 10/31/08
Review Submitted: 12/13/08
The Pond is an excellent rental home with everything you can possibly need at your disposal. Beautiful scenery, beautiful surroundings, and a beautiful home make it the perfect getaway. Nicely decorated with all the amenities you will need and offers complete privacy. Close proximity to Highlands and lots of hiking possibilities. We rented bikes at a local shop and enjoyed their beautiful park in their quaint town! Perfect for a quiet and relaxing escape!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Dream Vacation of a Lifetime
Guest: Marsha B.
Date of Stay: 10/03/11
Review Submitted: 11/03/11
If you're looking for a vacation home to cater to your every wish or dream, then this is the perfect house for you to choose. We spent ten of the most relaxing, peaceful, comfortable, fun days in this absolutely beautiful house and our only hope is that we have an opportunity to return at some future date. The views are spectacular, the house is so amazing and absolutely spotlessly clean, with every detail imaginable to make a dream vacation come true. My husband loved relaxing with a good book on the screened in porch with a crackling fire in the fireplace and the Wi-Fi that made it possible for him to access work with his laptop. He could keep up with his emails and take care of things as needed so he knew it wouldn't all be piled up waiting for him when he got back. I loved having my coffee on the back deck with it's beautiful ever-changing fall views and cooking our meals in the fabulous kitchen. The beds are wonderful and I really loved the jucuzzi tub in the upstairs bathroom! Franklin has great places to shop downtown (I found some wonderful Christmas gifts) and we had some of the best food we've ever had at several of the many and varied places to eat, especially the ribs at Fat Buddies BBQ and the pizza at Rana Rinata Italian Grill. (Thanks for the gift certificate, Pam.) This area of North Carolina was so beautiful with it's winding roads, waterfalls and beautiful fall colors that we both agree this is the best vacation we've ever taken and mostly because we were fortunate enough to have chosen "The Pond House" to stay in. Thanks so much to Pam and her husband for making this house available for those of us who now have these wonderful memories of a perfect vacation experience! We would recommend this property to anyone out there who is looking for a dream vacation home that more than lives up to your expectations and is even more spectacular than the pictures of it on the website. We promise you won't be disappointed! Bill & Marsha Barks Independence, Kansas
Owner response:Bill & Marsha - Thank you so much for your kind words and great review! I'm so happy you enjoyed yourselves and had a nice relaxing escape. Come back any time, we love sharing it.
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WOW !
Guest: David & Mary1
(Deland FL)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 06/17/11
What has not already been said about this home, from the moment we were welcomed by Tony who acted as our guide of this wonderful home till the day we left. we found new things every day from the well thought out binder of things to do, places to eat, hikes to go on.This home is beautifully decorated with art work from local galleries, comfortable furnishings. Everything you could need was in the home.Every detail had been carefully thought out to make sure you have a wonderful vacation. My wife and I fell in love with the kitchen a cooks dream, we found ourselves wanting to return to the cabin early just to hang out and enjoy the sun sets from the huge balcony, loved the out door fire place this would be great in the fall, close to every thing but far enough away to enjoy the peace which we were blessed with each and every day. We look forward to our next trip back to the Pond.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Christmas in Franklin
Guest: Dietel, Winter Park FL
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Date of Stay: 12/21/09
Review Submitted: 01/31/10
We have loved every moment of our second Christmas here at The Pond. Your generous gestures of personal Christmas decorations make us feel so at home and at peace the moment we enter. Our son loves Christmas at "the Carolina house". It was such a pleasure to meet you and we look forward to our next visit to you home and Franklin! Our favorite memories other than snuggling by the fire and playing in the snow were: Great Smokey Mountain Train with our 2 yr. old, snow filled drive through the Smokies, horseback riding at Chunky Gal Stables, making s'mores, cookies for Santa and a gingerbread house in your lovely kitchen and restaurants Caffe Rel and Frog & The Owl. Your southern hospitality and charm are unmatched here and we appreciate you making our Christmas and our special family time so lovely. Blessings for 2010.
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Thanksgiving Memories
Guest: McLean, Wilmington NC
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Date of Stay: 11/22/09
Review Submitted: 01/31/10
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is truly amazing and the view breathtaking. We will definitely be back to visit again. Thank you for allowing us to share your beautiful home.
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A great place in any kind of weather
Guest: G Davis, Augusta GA
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Date of Stay: 09/18/09
Review Submitted: 01/31/10
We had a wonderful relaxing time. it rained cats, dogs & bullfrogs almost the entire time we were here - but what better place to be rained in. We loved the private setting and even though we were alone we felt pampered by the way your home was set up. It was so perfect. I looked and many, many places before I found this place and the second I saw it I said this is it my search is over! I was not disappointed in any way. Thank you so much this is the best. We hope to return soon!
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Reality Check
Guest: L. Pitts, Lexington SC
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Date of Stay: 09/07/09
Review Submitted: 01/31/10
What a much needed break from reality! Your home and setting are spectacular. We had an amazing time. Thank you for all the consideration you put into your accommodations. What a treat!!
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Our guests are the Best
Guest: E Pratt, Ridgeland MS
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Date of Stay: 08/18/09
Review Submitted: 01/31/10
We've had a great time this week. Between this fabulous house view and the many places to visit in the surrounding areas, one definitely needs a week to enjoy it all! I can't say enough how the Pond House made us instantly feel such peace within. The hours spent on the back and side porch and will leave us memories forever. Thank you for all you did to provide our family with a definite return vacation plan.
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Guest: Fountain
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Date of Stay: 01/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/10
From the Guestbook: We have really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house!! Although we really didn't want to leave the house, we did get out to see the frozen waterfalls, go out on a few hikes and snow tubing. My favorite = relaxing by the fires. Thanks for making this a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. Lots of fun memories were made.
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Guest: Dietel
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Date of Stay: 12/31/09
Review Submitted: 12/31/09
From the Guestbook: We have loved every moment of our second Christmas here at The Pond. Your generous gestures of personal Christmas decorations make us feel so at home and at peace the moment we enter. Our son loves Christmas at "the Carolina house". It was such a pleasure to meet you and we look forward to our next visit to your home and Franklin! Our favorite memories other than snuggling by your fire and playing in your snow were the Great Smoky Mountain Train with our 2 year old, our snow filled drive through the Smokies, our beautiful horseback ride at Chunky Gal Stables, making s'mores, cookies for Santa and a gingerbread house in your lovely kitchen, and yummy meals at Caffe Rel and Frog & The Owl. Your southern hospitality and charm are unmatched here and we appreciate you making our Christmas and our special family time so lovely. Blessings for 2010!
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