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Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly

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A serene outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a scenic landscape with a house and mountains in the distance.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a couch, and a wall with a sign that reads "I love you to the mountains and back."
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A room with a large window offering a view of a garden and trees. There is a cow-print chair and a small table with a plant and a sign that reads "Farm Fresh."

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Cardinal Gem Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Old Cardinal Gem Mine and Rose Creek Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Parker Meadows Park and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Old Cardinal Gem Mine - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 35 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 38 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 49 min drive - 66.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly on Nov 3, 2026 start from $243, 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 Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Old Cardinal Gem Mine. Mason Mountain Mine and Rose Creek Mine are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

All around a perfect place! very clean and well stocked
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful quiet great views

beautiful views , sounds of creek peaceful
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything we needed to cook Christmas dinner very well stocked kicken. The house was nicely decorated for Christmas as well. We enjoyed the outside fire pit at night.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain View

Short stay, look forward to staying again for a week at least. Quiet place and pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at several vacation rentals. Creek side cottage was the most comfortable and well supplied we have ever rented. The house is very clean, beautifully decorated and has a great yard and view. The host was available and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feels like home away from home

Love the location, near Franklin downtown, also close to other towns for a short drive. Jeanette has been awesome to communicate with, easy check in, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

Jeanette was a super host ! Besides being very cold for us Florida people it was a great place .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful mountain views!

My husband and I stayed for 2 nights for our 20th anniversary and could not have chosen a better place to stay! Super clean, adorably decorated and a very quaint and quiet street! The property manager was a dream to work with and the home was just lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin, beautiful views!

My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was clean, very nicely decorated and well appointed. It also had great views of the blue ridge mountains and sunset. It was close to downtown where we enjoyed dinner and met some friendly people along the way. Overall we had a fantastic, relaxing stay and would definitely be back. Highly recommend this cabin if you are looking to visit Franklin or nearby Bryson City, Highlands etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can HIGHLY recommend this property! Excellent. Franklin is also a great a great base for day trips to Asheville, Cherokee, Bryson City, Great Smokey Mountain National Forest (Klingsman's Dome!!!), waterfalls, etc, etc. You won't regret staying here. Enjoy!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderfully accessible in cute cottage

Everything about this - cottage was perfect, especially since I am in a wheelchair. We will be sure to rent it again! Jeannette was vey kind an
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our weeklong anniversary stay at this cabin! It was perfect for our needs. Gorgeous long range Mountain Views enjoyed from the screened porch, comfortable bed and bedding, well appointed kitchen, so conveniently located and paved road all the way. ADA equipped with a ramp and shower chair, safety bars where needed. Pet friendly, yay Great communication!
Our view from the cabin, picture taken the last morning of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property! It was just as advertised—clean, nicely furnished, and with amazing views of the Smoky Mountains. The host was very accommodating, especially in welcoming our two Australian Shepherds. The location was perfect for hiking, and it was close enough to stores and restaurants for convenience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and location

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The location is such that you feel remote but are only a few miles from the towns shopping and restaurants. There was a great view from the property. You can get the same view from inside and out. There was a nice screen porch to sit on and a big window in the living room sharing the same view. The place was very clean. the kitchen was well stocked should you desire to cook in. We would definatley stay here a gain should we return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area with wonderful view. The house was furnished nicely with everything you could need. Distance to shopping requires you to plan ahead (we didn’t!) but everything you need to fix meals is available. Bed is n primary room was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was amazing overall. Everything from the epic views, the decorations and cleanliness all set this place apart from your average rental. The owners were easily reachable but maintained strict privacy. Instructions for arrival and departure were very clear and easy to follow. We hope to be able to start here again when we come back for more nature as there is so much to do close by. Our son loved the on-site creek and the nearby gem mines and waterfalls.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome view!!!

The house was exactly what you see in the description. It was clean, well stocked, and the beds were soooooo comfortable!! The view is amazing! They had both a charcoal grill and a Pellet grill! The pellet grill was interesting as it gave the meat a nice smoky flavor. Overall, the stay was nice and the unit was priced accordingly! I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Real Gem in Franklin

This was the most amazing property! The mountain views, sound of the creek, and wildlife are paired with a house lacking nothing to make this a perfect vacation. The beds were amazing. The living room has a perfect set up to watch one of the DVD's or play games. Our favorite places were the screened in porch and the chairs by the fire pit. Our dogs were welcomed and they loved exploring all the new smells. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful

The home is just beautiful and was extremely clean. We felt so comfortable there. The view was seriously heavenly. We even got to enjoy a thunderstorm with lightening while there. The little creek next to the house was my husband's favorite thing about the house. The home had more than we could have needed. Very well thought out. Our host was super quick to respond and was so very kind. Looking forward to going back, hopefully soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved IT!!!

We got to Franklin a little earlier than expected and contacted the property manager and they let us check in a little early. The property was just as described if not better!! The decor was exceptional! The view from the porch was amazing!!! Sunsets were stunning! The accessability for a wheelchair user was awesome! They were able to manuever around the house, bathroom was great and porch access was so nice. We loved the sound of the stream from the porch. We will want to stay here again! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a beautiful place!

Charming home in the most gorgeous rolling hilled, pastural area just outside of Franklin. The view from the living room and porch was lovely. We watched the sun burn off the clouds every morning and turn the mountains from purple to gold. We walked the dog around the area, admiring the other pretty houses and even met a neighbor. The home was clean , comfortable and well appointed. I have stayed in several VRBO rentals in western NC and I liked this one best for the views and convenience to activities, stores and neighboring communities. Doreen, the property manager, was instantly responsive when we ( 2 old ladies) locked ourselves out of the house and with any questions we had. I would stay again in heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn't use the kitchen much at all. Our bed and bedroom was great. We did drop something that went under the bed and when we went to retrive it, noticed that there was something else under there and really needed a good cleaning under the bed. I guess my other suggestion would be to have a location for parking the car other than on the grass, maybe some gravel or pretty rocks to park on. One last thing, every morning at approx. 7:30am, I heard some type of recording but didn't know what was said or where it came from.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2025
Hi Steve, I apologize for the sock being under the bed. When I cleaned I went to the porch to get the broom because I couldn't reach it and then I started cleaning something else and I forgot to go back and get the sock. I apologize. And as for the recording you heard, I've gone over the house and there's nothing that would do that unless it was the Bluetooth thermostat in the hallway. I do know that it talks to you sometimes, but I thought that I had it on silent. I will pass on your suggestion to the owners. We appreciate you and you're welcome to come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had enjoyed our visit.The cottage was spotless and so well decorated. The mountain views from the family room and the screened-in porch were gorgeous. Sunsets were brilliant and the clouds wrapped the mountains in the mornings. The kitchen was well appointed for cooking. The gracious amount of towels & linens were stored as if Marie Kondo had been there! The king-sized bed was very comfortable. Additionally, the cottage was 15 minutes from restaurants & the LTR Greenway. We definitely plan to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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