Living Room with stacked stone fireplace & doors leading to the porch
Location: Franklin, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Between Franklin & Highlands NC) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
This private home features a timber framed covered porch & OUTDOOR FIREPLACE overlooking a natural SPRING FED STREAM meandering through the 2.5 acre wooded setting. The home sleeps 1-10. Master Bedroom + Bath on Main Floor, 2 upstairs Bedrooms and baths plus large open floor plan lower level with 2 twins and Queen Sleeper Sofa is perfect for separating kids/teens from adults. Serenity without Interruption.
Main Living Area features 25' ceilings with exposed timber frame beams and tongue & groove ceilings and floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Upscale furnishings & beautiful decor throughout. All the comforts of home have been thought of. Why rough it, return to a little PAMPERING after a wonderful day of hiking or other activities.
Whether you are just a couple wanting to get away, or to reconnect with friends & family, you will LOVE THIS HOUSE. Share expenses with another couple or family, and save more by being able to eat in or pack a picnic lunch. Less expensive than hotel rooms and you'll each have privacy.
LCD TV's in all bedrooms + a 40" LCD TV in living area & 42" LCD TV in lower level entertainment room. DIRECTV satellite with movie channels, and music in all rooms + DVD player in entertainment room. HI-SPEED WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDED. Cell phone service is available.
Details: Master Bedroom Suite on Main Floor with King Bed, en suite bathroom featuring large walk-in tiled shower, custom built-in cabinetry, walk-in closet, double vanity copper sinks. Two Bedrooms Upstairs, one w/ King Bed, en suite bathroom, tub/shower, walk-in closet, the other bedroom w/ queen four poster bed, en suite bathroom with tiled shower. Lower Level is a large open guest suite/entertainment room, with 2 twin beds, queen sleeper sofa, and full bath - great for kids/teens.
A great home to base all your activities from. Franklin is nestled in the southwestern corner of North Carolina and serves as the southern gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smokies. It is located between two popular scenic gorges, the Cullasaja and the Nantahala. The Cullasaja takes some spectacular spills creating lower Cullasaja Falls. Take a walk behind the roaring 75 foot wall of water of Dry Falls. The mountainscape is lined with many hiking trails, including the famous Appalachian and Bartram Trails. Hike, Bike, Photography, Waterfalls, Scenic Drives, antiquing, great restaurants, gem mining, fishing, rafting/canoeing, slow floats down the Little Tennessee River - lots to do.
Historic Franklin is a convenient location to major cities, making it a favorite retirement and relocation spot for people of all ages. Atlanta, Georgia is just two hours to the south while Asheville, is one hour to the east. Other cities nearby include Highlands, Cashiers, Dillsboro, & Sylva, all within about 30 minutes.
Western North Carolina is calling...Come for a Visit Soon.
MOTORCYCLISTS - visit our website and link to the area's famous rides (activities), voted top 10 in the country. Paved roads and drive. Offsite trailer storage available.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Offsite Parking for Motorcycle Trailers. Paved Roads & Driveway to house
- Wood Fireplace: Two wood burning fireplaces with gas starters, one in living area, one outside on porch
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Lower Level features an open floor plan with 2 twins, queen sleeper sofa, entertainment area and full bath
- Convertible Bed: Queen sleeper sofa in lower level
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : DirecTV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Music Library: DirecTV Music Ipod docking station
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Gas Range with Electric Oven, dishwasher, microwave, ice/water in door refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully equipped.
- Refrigerator: Water/ice in door.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Covered Porch with Outdoor Fireplace looks out over woods and natural stream
- View/Location
- Water View: Natural Spring-fed stream runs through the property.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- A natural stream meanders through the property and can be seen and heard from the covered Timber Frame Porch with outdoor Fireplace. Picnic table, comfortable seating & rockers on Deck, paved road & paved drive. We provide linens, paper products, shampoo, shower gel, coffee. Also provide walking sticks for hiking and lawn chairs to take to summer concerts in downtown. Motorcyclists - perfect house to base your trip to Tail of the Dragon, Deals Gap, Highlands Road 64/28 and more!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Pets are not permitted due to the on property stream
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): Two steps into house. Master on Main with large walk-in shower, deck is accessed through living room (no steps).
- Kid Friendly: Lower level is great for kids/teens.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Minimum 25 yrs of age
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Gem mining, Smoky Mountain Train, kayaking/slow floats down the Little Tennessee River, Fly Fishing Lessons, Guided fishing & hiking trips, a photograpers dream ... waterfalls & scenic vistas close by.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall Peak Leaf 2009: Oct. 8-Nov. 8: $325/night .. $2100/wk (3-night min.)
Winter 2009/2010: Nov. 9 -March 31: $200/night.. $1300/wk (2 night min.)
Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year Weeks: $325/nt., $2100/wk.(4 nt. min.)
Spring/Summer 2010: Apr-Sept. 6: $295/night .. $1925/wk (3 nt. min.)
Cleaning Fee $150-$175 (depending on # of guests)
Rates does not include mandatory 10.75% NC Taxes
Inquire about our Special 14+ Day Special Rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Luxury Timber Frame Cottage, Outdoor Fireplace, Stream
Year Purchased: 2008
The Unique Benefits at this House
We built this home and situated it so that the porch is adjacent to the woods and natural spring fed stream. We relax to the sounds of the babbling water and enjoy the outdoor fireplace which we use in the evenings into the summer months. Life is good here, quiet & peaceful setting.
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 and many hiking trails between Highlands & Cashiers including the spectacular Whiteside Mountain Trail.
Not only is this a beautiful drive in on Forest Sevice Road 69, but once you arrive a short hike takes you to Wyah Bald lookout Tower with views of many mountain ranges and 2 valleys from the tower.
Take an old fashioned train ride tour through the Nantahala River Gorge. At Christmas they recreate the Polar Express. The children wear their pj's and ride with Santa.
Dillsboro offers many rafting and tubing activities. Great for warm summer days of floating on the river. Small town shopping & restaurants in Dillsboro & neighboring Sylva.
Great Restaurants, Shopping, Festivals, Museums, Summer concerts on the Square (free every Saturday evening May through October). Friendly people, small town charm.
Grab a bucket and dig for gems. many of our renters have found large nuggets. Or pan for gems at many of the numberous other sites around Franklin.
Spring Wildflowers and mature hardwood forest makes this a beautiful one mile look 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
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 NOC, 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. 281.
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,
Owner's Map of Franklin
We chose Western North Carolina and Franklin because of its location, mountain beauty and year-round activities. We love to hike, take scenic drives, and just relax and forget life's stresses.
Franklin is a small town with warm and friendly people, lots of shops and restaurants and fun local festivals. We enjoy Saturday nights in downtown Franklin listening to music on the square.
Franklin is a year-round community, we love all the seasons!
Property Photos
- Living Room with stacked stone fireplace & doors leading to the porch - Franklin, North Carolina Mountain Rentals
- Welcome to The Cottage - Franklin, North Carolina Mountain Rentals
- Timber Framed Porch & Outdoor Fireplace, relax to the sounds of the stream - Franklin, North Carolina Mountain Rentals
- Living Area, vaulted ceiling, stacked stone fireplace
- Master King Bedroom on Main Floor
- Master Bath on Main, double vanity sink, large walk in tiled shower
- Upstairs King Bedroom with private bath
- Upstairs Queen Bedroom with private bath
- Gourmet Kitchen, Custom Wood Cabinetry, Granite Countertops
- Lower Level Guest Suite/Ent. Area w/Queen Sleeper Sofa, Twin Beds, 42" TV
- Lower Level Twin Beds, Great for Children/Teens or a Private Guest Suite
- Relax and listen to the sounds of the natural stream
- Hike to nearby Wayah Bald
- Bike or Drive the beautiful roads of Western NC
- Enjoy the beauty of Cullasaja Falls on the way to nearby Highlands
- Get here when you can!
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From the Guestbook Our family and close friends gathered here to celebrate our Dad's 80th Birthday. What a fabulous time we had! From gem hunting to the waterfall drive to fun, relaxing evenings in your beautiful home. We enjoyed every minute of our time here. Our timing also couldn't have been better with this being the weekend of the Taste of Scotland. We had a wonderful time listening to the music, watching the dancers, getting a lesson in herding goats with border collies and enjoying the Scottish food. Most importantly your home provided a venue for all of us to come together - to celebrate a very special occasion, to enjoy precious moments together and to create new memories we will talk about for years to come! We couldn't have picked a better spot for our gathering. We'll be sure to share our great experience with everyone we know!
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From the Guestbook - The cottage was perfect, a little slice of heaven. We love it here and no one wants to leave. My 6 year old daughter and 3 year old son were in awe of everything this site has to offer. The lower level was a perfect kids paradise. We had roasted marshmallows by the fireplace. We saw Bridal Veil Falls, Laurel Falls, Mooney Falls and so much more. We went swimming and picniced at Jack Rabbit Mountain. We hiked and went trout fishing at the Trout Hatchery. We grilled our catch on the grill it was delicious. The kids loved playing and trying to cross the many streams we came upon during our travels. As we say our farewell, we will remember this place fondly in our memories and dreams and hope to return again soon. Thank you for sharing it with us.
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What a beautiful home in such a beautiful setting! My husband and 4 small children and I loved the private setting with lots of room to explore. The porch is just amazing as is the decor throughout. During our stay we enjoyed the friendly people in Franklin and Highlands. Our kids loved the park in downtown Franklin, Bridal Veil Falls and hot chocolate at Buck's Coffee Shop in Highlands. We really enjoyed our visit and would love to come back soon.
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From the Guestbook - Wow! What a beautiful home! We ate in every night, the kitchen was a dream to cook in. Our kids loved the downstairs. I loved the luxury master bedroom and bath. We enjoyed smores outside every night!! Skiing, the Mason Mine, and the waterfalls were our favorite activities. Thank you for everything.
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From the Guestbook - Thanks for contributing to a perfect New Year's 2009 celebration "memory" for our family and friends. Everything was perfect, we never ran out of anything food, fun, towels, etc. We hiked the rock house at Standing Indian, visited St. John's Episcopal Church from the late 1700's. Some us went to Cataloochee for a great day of skiing. We also hiked Rufus Morgan Creek, Pickens Nose and the Albert Mountain Fire Tower. What a view, we could see Lake Burton. Our compliments to you for creating such a beautiful and comfortable "cabin".
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From the Guestbook - Kelly Family Retreat - What a beautiful, serene place to reconnect with our children and grandchildren. There's something for all of us - from 60 to 4 yrs. old. Sitting by the fire, hiking up the mountain out the front window, watching kid movies downstairs while the adults converse upstairs. Perfect!! We have never stayed in such a magnificently appointed home. Kudos to the Pringles for creating an elegant, yet comfortable hide-away!
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From the guestbook - What a special home you have. Our children (and 1st grandchild) came from Charlotte, Atlanta & San Antonio to meet us here. We spent more of our time on the wonderful deck eating meals, rocking and enjoying the peace and quiet. Also great to get away from the 100+ temperatures in our hometown. Even started fires in the fireplace. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
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From the Guestbook Our families enjoyed our mountain retreat. We went gem mining, rode the Smokey Mountain Railroad Train, spent a day looking at waterfalls and touring Highlands. The house and the deck were special favorites. Thank you for providing everything we needed for a memorable week.
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From the Guestbook Thank you for providing a "home away from home". You've thought of everything. A fabulous home in a fabulous setting.