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Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise;

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View from the trail just a short hike away
View from the balcony
Exterior
Exterior
Spacious balcony with plenty of space for a family meal or office with a view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Parker Meadows Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mill Creek Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise;

Rest and Relax in this peaceful retreat and feel your worries melt away.
This inviting vacation home "The Bird House" includes:

* Two floors for separated privacy.

* Main level has open floor plan, custom kitchen, dining area, two bedrooms (one with king sized bed and the other with one queen bed and one twin bed); and lovely shared bath.

* Lower level includes queen-sized memory foam sleeper sofa, a twin bed, and HDTV. Mini-Kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, and dining area with bar-be-que grill just outside.

* Completely updated 2015 with all new appliances (including dishwasher and washer/dryer) and interior and seating and sleeping furnishings.

* Year-Round serious central heat and air throughout.

* HDTV (Dish Satellite) and WiFi internet access.

Special Features set us apart from the rest:

* Birds, deer, wild turkeys, and stunning views.

* Gentle stream just below the home on your property.

* Start your day with peaceful solitude, enjoying your morning coffee from your private mountain deck as the sun rises and the captivating "smoke" rises from the Nantahala National Forest

* Cozy up around a fire at day's end, seated around the fire pit overlooking a long-range mountain view.

Comfort Added Services Available :
* Cleaning Services during your stay, upon request.

* Private guides to many of our hiking and special mountain sites, upon request
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum and Scottish Tartans Musuem are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Franklin Golf Course and The Factory. Parker Meadows Park and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Parker Meadows Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mill Creek Country Club - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • The Factory - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 11 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Romeo’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise; pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise;?

As of Apr 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise; on May 11, 2026 start from $134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise;?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise;?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature and Bird Lover's Paradise; located?

Located in the heart of Franklin, this golf vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Parker Meadows Park. Whistle Stop Mall and Franklin Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and neat. Easy to find and not far from town. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a great place to stay

We always enjoy staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time at the property

We have stayed here a few times and live the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas Tradition

We love the Birdhouse!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Property was as described and really clean. Good communication with host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katarina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Birdhouse is amazing!

The Birdhouse was a lovely place to stay at! It was very clean and comfortable with everything what we needed - convenient location. We appreciated the goodies left for us. We enjoyed the front porch with our morning coffee. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Christmas ever!

We had our second stay at the birdhouse and we were just as in love with it as the first time. We stayed for 10 days over the holidays and had a magical time enjoying the property as well as the wealth of things to do in the area. Franklin is the quintessential small mountain town and it never disappoints. We cannot wait to visit again. My ONLY gripe is the WIFi is insanely slow, so be prepared to truly unplug. This is just the way it is in the mountains, so I do not fault the Birdhouse at all
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing time, we already booked it again!

This is everything we had imagined it would be. Nestled in the trees, on a gravel road.... The house is just perfect. Everything we needed was well stocked and well placed. Having use of the garage door was great because I didn't have to worry about losing the key and it made entry and exit and lock up so much better especially going in and out with the kids. My 6-year-old daughter had an absolute blast on the second floor porch swing. We didn't see many birds because of the season, but we definitely saw enough places for them to perch, with cute little bird houses strewn all over the property. We are coming back in December and can't wait to spend a longer time enjoying this amazing property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

We enjoyed the bird house and everything was perfect! We especially loved the outside environment, exploring the forest and nature trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael L

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good communcations from the host to include a notebook of recommendations. May have been an oversight on my part but didn't know main level has one bath for the two main bedrooms and the second bath is in the lower level with an open room. Also did not care for the extra 5th person charge when the property easily sleeps more, one bed was unused.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rannell H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation getaway!

Lovely home. Close to grocery shopping, close to Franklin, close to Cherokee and Asheville. Owner is a wonderful host. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elmer r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable

Very clean home, very comfortable beds and beautiful view. We highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice home away from home!

We were very pleased with The Bird House. It was clean, spacious, and everything you need in the kitchen. Had an enjoyable time watching the birds come and eat on the upper deck. The Host was helpful with questions we had and answered quickly. Great Host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Stay

We stayed here for Thanksgiving, and it was perfect for us. The cabin was impeccably clean, there were goodies left for us, ie... milk, juice, muffins, bread, it was welcomed and appreciated. The cabin was easy to find, and fit our family perfectly. The owners were always very easy to contact, and got back with us very quickly. I would recommend this property to anyone, and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely fall colors

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Bird House, especially the view from the front porch. Also appreciated the refrigerator full of goodies. Hope to return for another visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harvey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Our vacation at the Birdhouse was great. The hospitality is unparalleled, the location relaxing, and the hiking was fun. Highly recommend the Birdhouse.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Home Base

This vacation home was pristine inside! The owner had also left a lovely supply of food and beverages. Such a nice touch. While we prefer to be in the mountains with no other properties in sight, this was a great launching spot for our hikes and visits to nearby towns. Two thumbs up.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The property was just as advertised. It had a great walk up the mountain, big porch with nice views and lots of windows, making the inside feel like a treehouse. The location was convenient to Franklin for grocery shopping and dining. The owners were super nice and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get-away

We had a great time at the Birdhouse. We especially enjoyed the porch in the evening and wandering around on the mountain. Bruce checked in to make sure everything was ok, answered all our questions, and made sure there was charcoal for the grill. Thanks for a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES H S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birdhouse is "birds"

The Birdhouse is in a very quiet, shady, and birds neighborhood--near the end of a lovely road at the base of a mountain preserve outside of Franklin, NC. It is very nicely furnished, and had the bulk of the food we ate "at home"--during our 5 night stay. We saw or heard over 17 bird species from the front, 2nd floor balcony--or a half mile country walk down the gravel road. The owners were very considerate--with the food in the frigerator, and the coffee on the counter. And when the trees needed to be trimmed for a service vehicle, they asked the local firm to do it without a chain saw, so we would not be disturbed.! This was a very peaceful, lovely house in nature--and the name accurately describes it. We hope to return in the future,--and feel very fortunate to have found it. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay and tremendous host.

Beautiful property and convenient to town. Everything a family of five needed for a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Another fabulous stay

We stayed previously at the Bird House and really enjoyed it. So much that we came back this year. The house is very spacious and clean. Wifi and satellite TV are nice to have, and the welcome basket of goodies was very thoughtful. It's a beautiful property with lots of space to explore. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anne f.

Excellent location, owners have thought of everything!

First time staying in Franklin area. We booked here to be convenient to rafting and hiking locations we wanted to hit. Owners, Bruce and Lois, are very friendly and super responsive to anything you need. House was comfortable and roomy, loved hearing the sounds of the forest and stream nearby. Most surprising was to be greeted with a fully stocked fridge on our arrival! Tennis and pickle ball court (with private sauna!) was enjoyed by our sons and their friend. Fire pit area with views at the top of their property is worth the hike or kubota ride up the mountain. Definitely will book again when we're back in this area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suma S.

Cozy cottage in a wonderful location.

Cozy, beautiful cottage with all the amenities of home. The hosts are really wonderful people. They went to great lengths to make our stay comfortable. My mother forgot her glasses there and they were very kind to write to us about it and send it immediately. The home is a nice newly renovated home with all the modern amenities. The lush green surroundings, views of the mountains, sounds of birds chirping and the sound of water flowing in a small creek nearby make it an unforgettable stay. Franklin is a wonderful town in very close proximity to numerous hiking trails, outdoor activities, the Smoky mountains, Nantahala forest and much more ...this cottage is in a very convenient location to take off in many directions for anything you want to do. We were there for about 3 days. Our only regret was we didn't plan to stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAren S.

The Birdhouse is PERFECT!

The Birdhouse is everything it says it is and much, much more! Beautiful views and a great area to visit. The house is up-to-date, very well done, with everything you need for a quiet place to stay, but not too far from anything you need. Fantastic hosts! We had a great time and are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

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