New Timberframe Log Cabin-Great View of the Smokeys! Jacuzzi! Franklin, North Carolina Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 183736

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Location: Franklin, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (2 HOURS FROM ATLANTA or GREENVILLE! 3/4 HOUR FROM ASHEVILLE!)

Accommodations:  Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)

Welcome to God's country.<>< BEARPAW WILDERNESS RETREAT AND SANCTUARY! "Your Home Away From Home" 50'PLASMA HDTV W/SPORTS CHANNELS. ALSO VISIT THE NEW FRANKLIN "SMOKY MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS! AT THE FRANKLIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. "This Custom Built Timber Frame Cabin has been Professionally Furnished with Famous Cabin Furnishings, has Dual Master Suites and a 3rd Master Suite Loft bedroom, all with En-suite bathrooms. So much attention to detail! Fully stocked Gourmet Kitchen, Black Granite Coutertops, HDTV PLASMA TV WITH SURROUND SOUND. NIGHTLY WILDLIFE SHOWS! Outdoor BBQ Work Station with Hickory Smoker, Steak Sizzler, Rotisserie, Extra Burner, and supply space! This is a Million Dollar TIMBERFRAME CABIN with a Million Dollar View and a Mainstreet USA price! VIEWS FROM OUR DECK HAVE BEEN PHOTOGRAPHED AND PUBLISHED BY PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD FOR ADVERTISING AND PROFESSIONAL SALE.

Come please ALL of your senses with THE VIEW at 3300' ft elevation overlooking a spectacular 47 MILE VIEW OF THE GREAT SMOKEY MOUNTAINS,the NATIONAL FOREST, PASTURES, PONDS, AND THE ENTIRE town of Franklin. Gaze at the scenic, picturesque, tranquil Great Smokey Mountains from all 3 stories of open glass -or- either of the 2 furnished decks with outdoor fireplaces. Perfect retreat for ANYONE who wants to get away from the stress of today's hectic lifestyle---Atlantans:) Artists, Authors, Birdwatchers, Floridians, Naturalists,Photographers, Honeymooners,Stargazers and ANYONE who appreciates life's little luxuries AND all that Mother Nature has to offer!:) Also a perfect spot for a Spiritual retreat. GEM MINING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD! Crisp cool clear mountain air, beautiful sunsets and blue smokey skies. This CABIN at the absolute TOP of the mountain. Romantic. Secluded. Picturesque. Travel back in time through the scenic mountain roads to the cabin of your dreams. All the rustic touches -yet the decor of Disney Wilderness Lodge. Enjoy the sound of the clear, cool, babbling creek nearby that soothes your soul and rests your mind. Smell the fresh coffe in the morning with the crisp mountain air. Some of THE most scenic sunsets and smokey/blue ridge mountain views ever seen. Gaze at the many colors of the hardwood forest of oaks, pine, Poplar, Beech, mahogany and Evergreens as they change by the season. Listen to the wondrous calls of many wonderful -and some rare- birds. Mother Nature at her best awaits you here. You can feed and almost touch the nocturnal flying squirrels who become your nightly nature show friends during your stay at BEARPAW WILDERNESS RETREAT! Once you arrive-You May Never Want To Leave:)

3 Complete Master Suites Professionally decorated. Indoor/Outdoor fireplaces. 2 Complete Master Suites have King size Jamison Utopia Premier 5 Star Hotel Othopedic beds, and the 3rd Master bedroom Loft has a trundle/convertible bed that converts to 2 twins or 1 king bed.

Sleeps 6-7 people in beds. There is plenty of room in each bedroom for an airmattress for younger children.

41 mile VIEW From the deck of the Great Smokey Mountains and Clingman's Dome!
3000 sq. ft. of living space
Indoor and Outdoor Fireplace
Fully Stocked Gourmet Kitchen with Black Granite Counter tops and Professional Jenn Aire gas range
Fully Stocked Kitchen.
Cherry Hardwood Floors
Natural Pine Tung and Groove Cathedral Ceilings
Rustic Lodge Professional Décor
HDTV PLASMA SATELITE TV W/DVD/VCR AND SURROUND SOUND
Wood log burning stove/fireplace from Norway in Moose Den
Gas Log Fireplace on Main Floor
Outdoor Natural Log Fireplace for quiet evenings or fun filled SMORES and Hot Cocoa!
Jacuzzi Whirlpool Tub in Honeymoon Suite
Hickory log hand-cut stair banisters
Chestnut Cabinets
Internet..or better yet - bring your laptop and aircard
HUGE BBQ Grill and Outdoor cooking station
Screened Porch, Walk around Deck w/Cedar and Cypress Patio Furniture
Paper products, spices, condiments
Nightly Wildlife Show!!!

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Linens Provided
  • Garage
  • Covered Parking
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Wood Stove
• Beds
  • King Bed: Premier King size Jamison Utopia Orthopedic beds in 2 master suites
  • Twin/Single Bed: Trundle Bed in the Loft that has 2 twin beds, that can be moved together to make a King bed, or kept separate. When closed the trundle bed has one twin underneath the other in a drop down position.
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV HDTV with plasma HDTV and surround sound speakers
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • Stereo System
  • Jetted Tub in Bath
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Lanai
• View/Location
  • Mountain View
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Computer
  • Computer w/ Dial-up Internet
• Other Amenities
  • Cabin backs up to Natl Forest Service, 3300' elevation, with View 47 miles to western edge of the Great Smokey Mountains, small creek, flora and fauna, wildlife i.e. wild deer, wild turkey, pileated woodpecker, flying squirrels, BIRDERS DELIGHT, Gourmet Kitchen with black granite counter tops, gas Jenn Aire stove, cherry hardwood floors, oak and pine cathedral ceilings, plate glass windows floor to ceiling, hand cut hickory log stairs, 40" Wide Flat Screen Plasma HDTV satellite with surround sound. Rustic Lodge Professional Interior Decor, Fine Lines and Bedding by Waverly.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Theme Park (Amusement Park)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Miniature golf
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Franklin NC is considered to be the GEM MINING CAPITAL of the world as featured on the Discovery channel and National Geographic channel Mines located nearby. Also nearby: Waterfalls, Cullasaja River for Fly Fishing, Appalachian Trail, Standing Indian campground, Blue Ridge Parkway, Cherokee Indian Reservation, Lake Hiawasee, Lake Glenville, Lake Chatuge, White Water Rafting.

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MAY-NOV & HOLIDAYS: 3BR/3B.....SLEEPS 6 ADULTS...........$1325/WEEK.
MAY-NOV & HOLIDAYS: 2BR/2B.....SLEEPS 4 ADULTS..........$1199/WEEK.**
(**The Honeymoon Suite will be locked for the 2br/2b rental.)

3 night stays can be discussed during OFF SEASON @ $250/night
*Weekly rentals: Sat-Sat usually, unless agreed to in writing.
*Taxes and Cleaning extra. Xtra Daily rate $250/nt
Sorry, due to allergies, No Pets. No Smoking. Thank you!

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 10/31/09
  Positive Rating
  Bo Stanford ,
  • My wife and I have been renting homes and cabins in the Smokies for over 12 years. The view from this home is, hands down, the absolute best that we have seen. You just want to stand there, look over God's creation and take it all in. There are no road noises, no vehicles passing in your view, no other homes to look down on, and nothing to interfere with total relaxation and isolation from the "rat race" we all live in. As you drive up the mountain to Bears Paw, you soon realize that this place is, up and away, "over" all other homes on the mountain. You just begin to think you may never get there, when ,you are there, overlooking miles and miles and miles of beautiful mountains. At night, the lights of Franklin blink in the distance and remind you that civilization is only a few minutes away (if you decide you just have to go there). The home is absolutely beautiful, very comfortable and so easy to fall in love with. There is incredible woodwork, tons of mountain decor, all amenities ;and, if you get bored, check out the "critters". Birds, gray squirrels, flying squirrels, and racoons come up for chow and to "just show off." What a great place. I want to thank the "Peels" for sharing their home with those of us who need a break from "stuff".............. Go and enjoy..................... Bo and Cindy Stanford
• 08/02/09
  Positive Rating
  Peggy and Rodney , Branford, Fl
  • This home is absolutely gorgeous both in it's location with the awesome views and with the interior design. I don't think I've ever rented a place so tastefully decorated. And every little detail you can imagine is taken care of. You will want for nothing. Most charming are the little flying squirrels that come out at night and gobble down the sunflower seeds. One even let me pet him while the camera was running. We had a spectacular time and hope to return next year. The road to the home is a little intimidating but once you go up and down a couple of times it's no sweat. I can highly recommend this rental to anyone who is looking for a beautiful place to stay and relax and unwind. Jeanette has thought of every little detail to make your visit carefree and memorable. Peggy and Rodney from Florida
• 07/06/09
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  Pam Pettijohn , Harlingen, Texas
  • Hi, Jeanette. Well, we made it back to Texas, and we are still raving about our wonderful vacation. We opened a Snapfish account and narrowed our many pictures to only 95! Ha! Many you will not be too interested in, but I think you'll find some that are pretty interesting. For instance, we got good shots of three beautiful moths, as I mentioned...the Luna Moth, the Promethea silkmoth, and your brightly colored pink moth-I THINK, still not identified. I am especially impressed that our Luna is much brighter and more vivid than any I have ever seen illustrated in my books. It was a "lifer" for me and Lindsay as well. Isn't it just stunning? And, I still am so fascinated by the snake-head wingtips of the Promethea silkmoth. Such detail..snake scales even. I read that there is a caterpillar with similar markings that can actually blink the eye features. How can anyone imagine that all this just happened randomly? We are still laughing at those little clowns--the flying squirrels. After being cautious we gradually realized they were unfazed by us, and many of our pictures were taken 3 feet away. We were very careful not to frighten those precious creatures. At one point we walked back to the grill and watched them fly over your home. I was amazed at that. We absolutely loved and thoroughly enjoyed your home..do you know that we actually cooked EVERY meal there, only eating out on the road. We enjoyed your lovely kitchen, making good use of the local farmers' markets and the wealth of fresh veggies, fruits and berries. We packed our own lunches for daily excursions, and our little girls loved the picnics. We hit the local gem mines, and each of us found rubies, emeralds, saphires, topaz, and of course beautiful garnets...our favorite mine was by far Ruby Creek, where the folks not only guided us throughout our hunt, but also bagged and labeled our stones. During that warm day they also provided us with cool treats to keep us comfortable. We found tons of beautiful stones. Every busy day was ended going up to Bear Paw, looking forward to a good shower, dinner at the family table, comic entertainment under the stars and a blessed rest in wonderful bedcovers! Bill and I were awakened almost every morning by a beautiful male cardinal tapping on the high window pane..early too! You have no idea what it mean to to me to see Bill and Lindsay melt into relaxation and rest! I hope everything was in place and very close to how we found it. We were so blessed to have stumbled onto the "mother lode" of wilderness lodges! Thank you again for sharing with us. Dreaming of Bear Paw, Pam Pettijohn (Tons of pics, but we forgot to snap pictures of your Beverly Doolittles, over which we have had lots of conversation, especially with our older granddaughter, Draik. I hope you got her heart-felt note.)
    
    Homeowner Response:
    This family truly brought joy to our decision to rent our returement home.
• 03/19/09
  Positive Rating
  Diane Brannon , Leesburg, Florida
  • Our family was treated to the most enjoyable, relaxing and spiritually renewing week at Bear Paw. A perfect setting, high up on a mountain with spectacular views in addition to a gorgeous timber frame cabin decorated beautifully with every creature comfort. We felt like pampered royalty! Bear Paw provided something for everyone. As an avid nature photographer I was treated to many wonderful opportunities to make spectacular landscape and animal images. Being so close to the flying squirrels feeding off the deck railing each evening was a wonderful new photographic experience for me. Going into the surrounding towns to browse or to dinner, checking out the many waterfalls in the area, hiking, horse back riding or simply staying at the cabin sitting on the screened lanai enjoying the sights and sounds of the mountains was heaven. The week went much too quickly. I would be remiss mot to mention how helpful and accommodating the owners, Jeanette and her husband were. We unfortunately ran into a problem with our van going up the mountain the afternoon we arrived. Jeanette went to great lengths to assist us in coming up with a solution. In the meantime as we were working on putting her plan in action she contacted several other properties in the area where we could stay in the event we were not successful. Thankfully her solution worked as I know there is nothing in that area that could have measured up to our stay at Bear Paw. We definitely will chose Bear Paw as our first choice our next trip to North Carolina!
    
    Homeowner Response:
    *This is how we learned that Vans were not good choices for our road.
• 03/19/09
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  Diane Brannon , Leesburg, Florida
  • Our family was treated to the most enjoyable, relaxing, and spiritually renewing week at Bear Paw. A perfect setting, high up on a mountain with spectacular views in addition to a gorgeous timber frame cabin decorated beautifully with every creature comfort. We felt like pampered royalty! Bear Paw provided something for everyone. As an avid nature photographer I was treated to many wonderful opportunities to make spectacular landscape and animal images. Being so close to the flying squirrels feeding off the deck railing each evening was a wonderful new photographic experience for me. Going into the surrounding towns to browse or have dinner, checking out the many waterfalls in the area, hiking, horse back riding or simply staying at Bear Paw sitting on the screened lanai enjoying the sights and the sounds of the mountains was heaven. The week went by much too quickly. I would be remiss not to mention how helpful and accommodating the owners, Jeanette and her husband were. We unfortunately ran into a problem with our van going up the mountain to the cabin the afternoon we arrived. Jeanette went to great lengths to assist us in coming up with a solution. In the meantime as we were working on putting her plan in action she contacted several other properties in the area where we could stay in the event we were not successful. Thankfully her solution worked as I know there is nothing in that area that could have measured up to our stay at Bear Paw. We definitely will choose Bear Paw as our first choice our next rip to North Carolina.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    THANK YOU DIANE! Yes, this is where we learned our lesson about VANS being heavy in the rear and having only rear wheel drive. So we discuss with each client that VANS are not suitable for mountains as high as ours:)
• 03/05/09
  Positive Rating
  Jennifer Munzert , SImpsonville, SC
  • What an absolutely wonderful house!! I had such a wonderful time and it felt so homey, there was nothing I wanted for the entire stay! Having my morning coffee on the beautiful back porch with that amazing view was just priceless, the bed could NOT be any more comfortable! The kitchen was out of a dream! I would recommend this beautiful home to absolutely anybody, the privacy was a very welcomed bonus, my only gripe was that I didn't want to leave! Thank you for sharing your amazing home with me Jeanette! Can't wait to come back!
• 03/05/09
  Positive Rating
  Bonnie Byers , Greenville SC
  • Our weekend (unfortunately that was all) was pure heaven. High up in the heavens over looking the world. So peaceful and beautiful. The home was just perfect as it had everything you could need. It felt like home except that I never wanted to leave and cannot wait to go back.
• 03/05/09
  Positive Rating
  Jaime S. Johnson , Greenville, SC
  • WOW! What a beautiful place! The pictures do not even do this home justice, I was blown away from the first moment I walked in the door! This felt like the Wilderness Lodge at Disney with all the great decorations & furniture (loved the chair with bear carvings!!) And the view was absolutely breathtaking - especially at night seeing the town below lit up! Spent most of the time on the wonderful screened porch (never even had a desire to turn on the tv, too much nature to watch!). It was foggy & rainy for some of of our stay, yet even that was beautiful & so pretty to watch the fog roll out over the town below. Loved that this rental home felt like such a HOME (well a really really NICE HOME), not just a rental, with all the soft towels, sheets, comfy beds, stocked kitchen, etc. Cannot say enough about how great this trip was at BearPaw - thank you for opening your home & sharing - WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!!
• 12/17/08
  Positive Rating
  , Jacksonville, Florida
  • My family (6 adults) had a fabulous time at Bear Paw in October 2008. Definitely the "Ritz Carlton" of cabins!! Lots of space to be with each other and lots of space to get away from each other when desired! :-) If you are thinking about booking Bear Paw in the future, do not hesitate. It's AWESOME! Dr. C.
• 11/13/08
  Positive Rating
  Richard Reis , Lake Worth, Florida
  • My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our one week stay during late October 2008! A very comfortable, romantic and private getaway with spectacular views. We were fortunate to wake up to a white blanket of snow one morning. Good location...close to Franklin, Highlands/Cullasaja Gorge, Waynesville and the Smoky Mountains National Park.

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