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Peaceful Easy Feeling- Mountain Views, Screened Porch w/ Outdoor Fireplace
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 10 nights |
Overview
Five Star Reviews, Spoil Yourself on Vacation - Serene, Upscale, Sleeps 2-6
Our guests choose us for being one of the most beautiful mountain homes in the area, and also because of our quiet and peaceful location. This home allows the best of both worlds- close to terrific Western NC activities but yet a retreat from noisy tourism. Just minutes from downtown Franklin, restaurants, grocery and activities. Whether you are a couple looking for a romantic escape or vacationing with family or friends, we know you will love it.
2 King Bedroom Suites (Master on Main), +1 Queen Bedroom. En suite bathrooms, one features jacuzzi tub. Max. Occupancy 6 total.
Top favorite things about the house: Views of 5 Mountain ranges from almost every room;
the screened porch with outdoor fireplace...think smores; the comfy beds and great linens, the fully equipped kitchen; the indoor fireplace and firewood provided; the faux fur throws for snuggling by the fire; the rustic elegant furnishings & decor; the fully equipped chef's dream kitchen, and the attention to detail that makes our guests not want to leave and return time and time again.
Experience all Western North Carolina has to offer - great hiking, swimming holes, hike or drive to waterfalls, fishing, rafting/slow river floats, kayaking, gem mining, golf, restaurants & shopping, scenic drives, a photographers dream. So much to do and we'll help with great ideas and our favorite spots.
We own two vacation homes in the area and have been vacation renting for 8+ years. Our reviews are 5* "over the top fabulous", "absolute perfection", "photos don't do this home justice" "awesome view", "simply wow". We are particular and the house reflects that, for more photos etc visit TimberFrameRentals . com
Max. Occupancy 6 (not suitable for children under age 5). Gravel Driveway, not suitable for Motorcyclists. Our other home, Homeaway #179200 sleeps 8 and is perfect for Motorcyclists.
Please Note: We don't allow group parties, reunions, weddings, etc. Our home is not suitable for children under the age of 5 due to open staircase & loft, no child proof features, discuss ages of children with owner prior to requesting reservation.
INQUIRE about 14+ night stay discounts.
Located between Franklin & Highlands NC, groceries (3 mi), downtown Franklin (5 mi), easily accessible, close to US64/US441 interchange. No scary one lane roads.
A retreat from life's stresses, a luxury you deserve. Escape, put your feet up, and relax. End a day full of activities by simply gazing at the mountains and enjoying each other.
Our home It isn't just accented by timber beams and called a timber frame, it is a true timber frame home. Our home won three architectural awards including BEST VACATION HOME. OUR GUESTS TELL US THEY NEVER WANT TO LEAVE and they come back year after year.
Share the expense: Bring another couple or two and it amounts to less than a nice hotel. Plan a family get together and share the costs. And, consider what you will save by being able to cook and eat in. Re-charge your Relaxation Skills.
Time for the Girls?: This house is a great GIRL FRIEND GETAWAY. Relax, read, hike, & lots of shopping! We can arrange Spa services, catering/picnic baskets, cooking lessons, hiking tours, & more.
About Pam Pringle, Owner
We travel globally and prefer a vacation rentals to hotels. So we understand what separates the best from the rest when it comes to accommodations. Little things... and attention to details make a difference and we have reflected that philosophy in our home. We built this custom award winning (Best Vacation Home) timber framed home in 2006/2007.
Pam Pringle, Owner purchased this house in 2006
Why Pam Pringle, Owner chose Smoky Mountains
We fell in love with area and it's great central location. Franklin is a quaint small town with friendly people. We have terrific restaurants nearby. And, it's out of the way of noisy tourism but easy to get to all surrounding areas such as Asheville, Bryson City, Cherokee, The Smoky Mountain National Park, Sylva, Dillsboro. Hiking to waterfalls and taking scenic drives with a picnic is a couple of our favorite things to do.
What makes this house unique
The views are incredible and our area is such a quiet and serene spot to escape from the stresses and hectic schedule of city life. We've even thought of hiking sticks, coolers, picnic baskets and our activity books will keep you busy and coming back time and time again. So much to do, or do nothing!
Guestbook comments from the owner
If I were say what I felt about the Pond House I would just be repeating the previous comments.
1-5 Rating:
Detail = 10
Amenities = 10
View = 10
Location = 10
Furnishings = 10
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Franklin is located between two popular scenic gorges, the Cullasaja and the Nantahala. The Pond House is located within 10 min. of the famous Cullasaja River Gorge scenic drive, and is rated one of the most spectacular in North America, passing 3 major waterfalls. Take a walk behind the roaring 75 foot wall of water of Dry Falls, and drive your car under Bridal Veil Falls. The mountainscape is lined with many hiking trails, including the famous Appalachian and Bartram Trails, both accessed 25 minutes drive from The Pond House.
You'll be about 6-7 min. from downtown Franklin, 3 miles from grocery, many restaurants between house and downtown Franklin. Easy access off US441 to 64E.
Located in the southwestern corner of North Carolina, Franklin serves as the southern gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smokies. It's convenient location to major cities make Franklin a favorite vacation spot. 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.
Other Activities: Whitewater Rafting, Hiking, Gem Mining, Waterfalls, Blue Ridge Parkway, Picnicking, Mountain Drives, Horseback Riding,
Golf: Franklin has 2 public courses
Ski: Skiing nearby - Sapphire Valley or Cataloochee
Amenities
Franklin House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- Check-in: 4:00 PM /
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Min. age of primary renter: 25
- Children welcome ...
- Parties/events not allowed ...
- Pets not allowed
- Non smoking only
- Be sure to read our Rental Agreement. We are strict on occupancy - do not reserve if you have more than 6 total occupants.
- Not suitable for toddler aged children. No large parties, large family reunions, or weddings are allowed to be hosted at house.
- Do not reserve if you will not be the one staying at the house. We meet you upon arrival. No pets allowed.
- Mountain ...
- Mountain View ...
- Rural ...
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Activities Guide
- Air Conditioning
- Alarm Clock
- Baby Gate
- Basic Soaps
- Broadband Access
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Ducted Cooling
- Ducted Heating
- Filtered Water
- Fireplace ...
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Laundry Soap
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room ...
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Paper Towels
- Parking ...
- Printer
- Shampoo
- Study Room
- Telephone ...
- Thermos Bottle
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Water Cooler
- Wireless Internet ...
- Wood Fireplace ...
- Free Wifi
- 4 Ring Stove
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker ...
- Cooking Utensils ...
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Garbage Disposal
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Grill
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen ...
- Lobster Pot
- Microwave ...
- Mini Refrigerator
- Oven
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove ...
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 3 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
,
Master on Main
Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower , Guest on Main
Bathroom 3 - toilet , shower , jetted tub , 2nd Master Upstairs
- Three 'ensuite baths are custom tiled with rare granite countertops. The Master on the Main Floor features double vanity sinks, warming drawer for towels & slippers and a large glassed in shower. The Upstairs Master features double vanity sinks, jacuzzi tub, and a glassed in shower. The main floor guest bath has a copper sink and glassed in shower. We provide Shampoo, Shower Gels, & initial supply of paper products.
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
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Bedroom 2 -
1 king
,
Upstairs Master Suite
Bedroom 1 - 1 king , Master Suite on Main
Bedroom 3 - 1 queen , Main floor bedroom
- 2 large Master Suites (one on the Main Floor), First Floor Master Suite has a king bed, rustic teak dressers, french doors lead to back deck with spectacular view of the valley and mountains. The Upstairs Master has a king bed, leather chaise & rustic teak dresser, this bedroom also has the spectacular mountain and valley views. There is 3rd Guest Bedroom, located on the main floor, has a Queen Bronze Bed with views of the surrounding forest. The 2 Master Suites have DirecTVs. All the bedrooms have large closets, distressed hickory wood floors, beautiful linens, lots of pillows, local artwork, & private baths.
- Books
- Books for Adults
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games ...
- MP3 Dock
- Music Library ...
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Stereo ...
- Television ...
- Balcony
- Beach Chairs
- Deck / Patio ...
- Deck Furniture
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Large Cooler
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Entertainment Area
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Porch / Veranda ...
- Porch Furniture
- Screen Porch / Veranda
- Small Cooler
- Walkway to Water
- Wood Deck
- 6 garden chairs
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- limited accessibility ...
- jetted tub
- autumn foliage
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- forests
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- pond
- restaurants
- waterfalls
- winery tours
- antiquing
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- photography
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- pier fishing
- rafting
- rock climbing
- skiing
- swimming
- tennis
- water tubing
- whitewater rafting
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(32 traveler reviews)
Gorgeous 5-star cabin in the mountains!!
We so enjoyed our time in this area and the house was the cherry on top! It was perfect for our 50th bday girls trip. I can honestly say the pictures and even video didn't do this place justice. Soaring ceilings, beautiful views and furniture. Every kitchen dish or appliance - we joked we had everything to do a thanksgiving dinner for all our families. Pam the owner was very helpful and Tony was great to show us around the home and answer questions. If you are considering this area, book this home. You won't be disappointed.
Perfect!
This was the most beautiful, clean, well stocked home I've ever stayed in! It was custom everything! The views, the central location, and the activities were all perfect! We loved every minute of it and the owners are spectacular communicators! Highly recommend!
Great vacation!
The say at The Pond was wonderful! Pam had so many maps and books directing us on what was best to do in the area. Tony was great showing us around the house. The house is wonderful with the kitchen stocked for any cooking you would want to do. We cooked in every night. The linens and beds were super comfortable and the view cannot be beaten. Hope to get to stay again in the future. We would love to go back when it's a little cooler and utilize both wonderful fireplaces. We had a fire in the outside fireplace and was perfect. Our teens loved the s'mores left for enjoyment. Thanks Pam for everything! We even had an email after we left saying housekeepers found a couple of ticks in the house. We had a long hike and found a few on our bodies, but Pam wanted to make sure we double checked our group. Very attentive owners wanting to make sure all have a great experience. Thanks so much!
Absolute Perfection!
We so enjoyed our week at the Pond House! Everything is "top shelf" and all the little details have been thought through and provided at your finger tips. We visit the mountains every three months or so...and this house had the absolute best and most fully equipped kitchen I've had the pleasure of using. I LOVE to cook...so this was just delightful! Awesome views from every room in the house and the screened in porch was just the "cherry on top"!! The house feels very secluded...yet is only minutes from town (about 5 - 7 minutes). My hubby played on several different golf courses and enjoyed them all. We visited Highlands for lunch one day and saw all the waterfalls on the way. The house is a perfect location to see all the attractions during the day...and then return for a relaxing evening. Beds were very comfortable, bathrooms are top of the line, and the house was spotlessly clean!! Pam is a pleasure to work with...sends lots of information to make your stay more enjoyable; and Tony was so sweet to meet us at the house a little early. Thanks for remembering our anniversary and for gifting us a beautiful bottle of wine!! We will definitely put the Pond House at the top of our list of places we will definitely visit again!! Thanks for sharing your home with us....it truly is deserving of a FIVE STAR rating!! Linda and Andy
Ah-MAZING!
I am so happy we chose The Pond! Your place is amazing! It was exactly what we needed after the hustle and bustle of the holidays! Every winter, our family rents a cabin just to reconnect and regroup for the up and coming year. This by far was the most accommodating cabin we've rented. It began with a wonderful welcome from Tony! He was SUPER nice and helpful, showing us where everything was, down to the extra propane tank for the grill! The outdoor fireplace was awesome! The guys were most impressed with the firewood supply. Most days, we kept both fireplaces going. The kitchen was impressive to us girls. Every pot, pan and small appliances you could imagine, as well as spices. We enjoyed making waffles with the waffle iron. Loved the view from the deck and our bedroom window. Super comfy beds and nice soft bedding. We managed to pull ourselves away for one afternoon and went to dinner at Motor Company Grill. The food was great and we loved the atmosphere. The only downfall was.....we had to leave! But we will definitely be back!! LOTS of wonderful memories were made with friends and family.
Over-the-Top Fabulous!!!
Beautiful luxury timber frame home tucked quietly into the woods. We had spectacular views from the deck, slept like babies in the comfy beds while enjoying the cool night air, and really enjoyed hanging out around fireplaces. These owners have thought of every amenity to make your stay Top Drawer...right down to the Welcome S'mores Packet!! Franklin is a beautiful area and so close to many other scenic areas. We really enjoyed Great Smoky Mtn. R.R. In Bryson City. DuPont Forest has beautiful waterfalls and hiking. Treat yourself to dinner at Caffe Rel...it's connected to a gas station, but don't let that fool you...service & food is 5star...best shrimp & grits ever, and we live on the Gulf Coast!! Root & Barrel has tasty Sunday Brunch w/great service. If you really want to treat yourself to an extra special place, check out The Pond House. You won't be disappointed!!!!!
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Damage Insurance | $59 |
Note Holiday Weeks, 7 night min. stay
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: 6 (no children under the age of 6)
Inquire about extended stay rates.
Owner reserves the right to increase fees depending on # of guests
Owner reserves the right to increase Damage Security Deposit Insurance requirements.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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