Spectacular Mountain Views, Reverse Sunrises/Awesome Sunsets.
About the property
- House1900 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps8
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 - 4 nights
House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, sleeps 6 adults (3 couples)
'Serendipity' offers guests an unique mountain experience with spectacular views, cool summer evenings, unbeatable fall weather, leaf color changes and moderate winters, all in a warm, pleasant home fully equipped with all amenities. Sip a cup of morning coffee on the deck while enjoying the golden morning sunshine on Albert Mountain. Share your favorite beverage in the evening on the swing or observation deck (Boardroom) in the wooded area at the side of the house. Be in awe of the vibrant sunsets. Watch the phethora of song birds and deer roam through the property. Build a fire in the winter. Enjoy satellite TV with two 32' LCD HDTV's with stero system and DVD player. Prepare your favorite meal in a fully equipped kitchen or on the gas grill. Relax in the jetted tub in the master bedroom. All of this conveniently located near everything offered by the Great Smoky Mountains.
'Serendipity' is a custom home built in 2006 and is still owned by the original owners who have used it as a second home. The pride of ownership will be apparent. Be among the first to enjoy a memorable vacation at Serendipity.
Deck. Over 300 sf with swing, four rocking chairs and outside dinning table for four.
Master Bedroom. A comfortable sized bedroom, tray ceiling, ceiling fan with queensize bed, amoire, end tables, lamps and rocking chair. Opens to outside deck. Large bath area with two sinks, separate shower stall and jetted tub. Huge walk-in closet with antique dresser/mirror.
Second Bedroom. Furnished with queensize bed, end tables, lamps and antique dresser/mirror. Ceiling fan. Spacious closet.
Third Bedroom. Furnished with comfortable futon, covertible to a double bed, ceiling fan, amoire holding 32' HDTV, end tables, lamp and rocking chair. Opens to outsde deck.
Great Room. Features unusal wood floors, wood burning stone fireplace, liquor cabinet/wine rack, kitchen bar with chairs, 32' HDTV with stereo system and DVD player. Music/movie library available. Unique conversation height dining table for eight, recliner, sofa and glider. WIFI service is available.
Kitchen. Fully equipped with modern appliances including 26 cu. in. fridge with ice maker, D/W, microwave, oven/range. Toaster oven. Waffle iron. All pots, pans, skillets, bowls, dishes, coffee mugs, silverware, knives are included. Large pantry. Everything you need to prepare a meal is included.
Laundry Room. Complete with washer/dryer and laundry tub. Vacuum cleaner and cleaning supplies.
Keywords: Beautiful, comfortably furnished, mountain retreat situated on one acre wooded lot with incredible mountain views from all bedrooms and a spacious covered deck.
Owner
Kendall Allen
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one day
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Mar 29, 2018
About Kendall Allen
My wife, Carol, and I are native Floridians. Carol retired in 2006 as an office manager for an interior design company in central Florida. My business is real estate and I'm still active as a broker and commercial property owner. Avocations include golf, fishing, woodworking and traveling. The mountains of NC have been our summer home since 2006. It is always nice to get out of the summer heat in Florida and enjoy the cooler temps in the mountains. Our usual plans have changed so we have decided to share our mountain home with others looking for a memorable vacation.
Kendall Allen purchased this House in 2006
Why Kendall Allen chose Otto
We have vacationed in the Franklin, NC area for over thirty years. When Carol retired in 2006, we decided to look for a second home in the mountains. After looking at over two dozen homes for a week, we stumbled into Deer Ridge to look at an open house. When we walked in the front door and saw the view from the great room and the deck, we knew it was meant to be ours. Custom built, great views, wood floors, spacious kitchen, a large master suite, all on an acre of wooded land. When searching for a name for the house, 'Serendipity' fit perfectly. It was indeed an unexpected, fortunate finding of great joy!
What makes this House unique
Enjoying the amenities at 'Serendipity' is great, but it is close to all of the exciting venues, sights and experiences afforded by a mountain visit. Excellent restaurants are available in Franklin to the north or in Dillard and Clayton, Ga to the south. It is less than a 30 minute drive to Highlands, NC with all of its shops, restaurants and golf courses. Visit Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls along the way. If you are a model airplane enthuiast, a local model airplane club has a ten acre airfield just below the house. Watch planes from the deck or drive down to the airfield and get up close and personal. Guests are welcome. Franklin is now the home to the new Smoky Mountain Performing Arts Center. Enjoy name entertainers like the Oak Ridge Boys, Kenny Rogers, Lee Greenwood, Gatlin Brothers as well as regional and local talent. Prices are reasonable too! Golfers will find numerous challenging courses in north GA as well as in western NC, all less than an hour away. Mill Creek Country Club in Franklin offers a true mountain golf experience as well. One of the highlights of any trip to the mountains is a trip along the Blue Ridge Parkway. With elevations over 5000 ft, there are inumerable incredible views. Dine on a mountain top at the famous Pisgah Inn or pack a lunch and picnic at one of the many picnic areas along the way. Access to the Parkway is available south of Waynesville about 45 miles north. Franklin is known for it's gem mining opportunities. Rafting trips for all skill levels on any of several rivers is available within an hour's drive. In the winter, skiing and other winter activities can be found @ Maggie Valley, also about an hour away. The mountains are a hiker's delight. One can enjoy the historical Appalachian or Bertram Trails or the famous Whiteside Mountain trail between Highlands and Cashiers. Many, many other trails for all skill levels are close by. The rewards of climbing to a mountain top are indescribable.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Queen size Beds (2), Futons (1). Sleeping for six adults. Air mattress available for children.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Master Bath equipped with jetted tub and separate shower. Double sinks. Huge walk-in closet. Picture window over tub provides for picturesque view to side yard.
Location Type
- Mountain ViewFantastic mountain views from the deck. Gorgeous sunsets.
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens Provided
- Air ConditioningCentral air
- Clothes Dryer
- Covered Parking
- Fireplace
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingCentral heat
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Broadband AccessWireless connection available
- Mobile PhoneCell phone service is good from our location
- ParkingCarport for two cars. Long driveway with pull-out/parking pad
- Parking Off Street
- TelephoneExcellent cell phone service
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless InternetWIFI available
- Wood Fireplace
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking UtensilsEverything you need including sharp carving knifes.
- Dishes & UtensilsNew dishes and flatware.
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- KitchenFully equipped
- Microwave
- RefrigeratorSide by side. Ice maker and water dispenser
- StoveElectric range, smooth top.
- ToasterToaster oven
Dining
- DiningBar height table in great room seats eight. Table on deck seats four.
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 8 people
Entertainment
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Music LibraryLimited number of CD's
- Satellite / CableDirectv
- Stereo
- TelevisionTwo 32' HDTV's
- Video LibraryLimited DVD's
Outside
- Deck / PatioLarge covered deck off great room plus side yard deck with swing
- GolfNumerous golf courses available within an hour's drive
- Kayak / CanoeEndless opportunities in nearby mountain streams and rivers
- Outdoor Grill
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- jetted tubMaster Bath
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- live theater
- museums
- restaurants
Leisure Activities
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountain biking
- cycling
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- kayaking
- fishing
- mountain climbing
- rafting
- skiing
- swimming
- tennis
- whitewater rafting
Notes
- Deck features a swing, four rocking chairs, cocktail tables and outdoor dining table for four. Large two car carport for covered parking. Special conversation area in woods behind the house with swing, observation deck with director's chairs.
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
43 Reviews
Latest reviews
Serendipity is a beautiful, quiet and homey place with awesome views!
Very Relaxing
Beautiful!
thank you, thank you, it was beautiful!!!
Debbie, thank you so much for your gracious comments. Greatly appreciated. Glad you came back and hope you'll return in the future. All the best.
Beautiful home, very clean and comfortable, great view.
Loved Serendipity!
Thanks, Cathy. Always glad to hear that our guests enjoyed the house and its amenities. We fell in love with it when we first saw it years ago and nothing has changed. We're happy to share it with folks who want to enjoy the mountains.
Location
Gem mining, live entertainment, sightseeing by air from Macon County Airport, model airplane airfield.