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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Franklin, TN
  • Franklin Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Factory
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • CoolSprings Galleria
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

+1
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic Home in Downtown Franklin - Walk to ALL the Charm & Convenience

A unique opportunity to rent a beautifully renovated, Victorian on W Main street in downtown Franklin. The "Rhodes-House" home is on the National Register of Historic Places and 2 blocks from all of the attractions! Stroll to all the charm!

Franklin is considered the number one small town in Tennessee and also made the top 10 on Southern Living’s ‘Best Small Town’ list. Experience this sweet community and southern hospitality, while enjoying the history, upscale shopping, dining and live entertainment…all just a leisurely stroll down Main Street...with Sweet CeCe's Yogart and Starbucks being your first two stops.

This home is ideal for a romantic escape, in-town vacation, weekend with friends, wedding party or vacation for the whole family. Our home has also been utilized for photo and video shoots, so let your imagination run wild! If you are a fan of Brownland Farm, we are also conveniently located within a couple of miles. Our home is also on every major parade route, so be sure and check into Franklin festivals and parades.

The house features twelve foot ceilings, four bedrooms and two baths with over 2600 sq ft of living space and 4 fireplaces. The kitchen is stocked with all of your everyday needs and includes an enormous pantry and fully equipped laundry room.

At the end of the day, relax on the patio in the private backyard or enjoy the people watching on the front porch swing. The home includes a 50” HDTV for your entertainment enjoyment and a unique collection of vinyl records for your listening pleasure.

The home sits on a rare and level double lot and is professionally landscaped. There is a 2 car garage and private driveway in the rear with additional street parking in the front. A Weber gas grill is also available during the spring, summer and fall. There are 4 bedrooms (1 king, 2 queens, 1 double/full). An optional inflatable queen bed will allow for two additional guests.

This house is truly a gem and has a character all it's own...we look forward to sharing it with you.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Franklin strictly enforces 10 person occupancy.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please note there is a $150 pet fee. Thanks!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not permitted inside the home at any time.
Smoking not permitted. $25 per key if missing. Pets are only allowed if communicated and agreed upon in advance with fee. Trash day is Tuesday.
Pets must get prior permission & pay pet deposit. No more than 2 animals and pet must be 20 lbs or less. No aggressive breeds. No pets on furniture
By city codes the maximum capacity for the house is 10. Home comfortably sleeps 7-8. Can sleep additional on air mattress or living room couch.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Franklin strictly enforces 10 person occupancy.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the city centre. Franklin Theatre and Lotz House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Radnor Lake State Natural Area and Fort Granger Park. SOAR Adventure Tower and McLemore Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and golfing.
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Franklin, TN

What's nearby

  • Franklin Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lotz House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carter House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Factory - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • CoolSprings Galleria - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 24 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Puckett's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Home in Downtown Franklin - Walk to ALL the Charm & Convenience pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Home in Downtown Franklin - Walk to ALL the Charm & Convenience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Home in Downtown Franklin - Walk to ALL the Charm & Convenience?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home in Downtown Franklin - Walk to ALL the Charm & Convenience located?

Located in Historic Downtown Franklin, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Theatre, Lotz House Museum and McLemore House. Carter House and Pull-Tight Players Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Location

Great location...friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

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

Four generation weekend

The house was perfect for our family. The house is beautiful and was supplied with everything we needed. The location is awesome with an easy walk to the square and quick access to the highway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

Love the location! Easy walk to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

j h.

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

Love this house and location

Great house close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Wedding Weekend

The location is great. We walked multiple times to downtown Franklin. The bedrooms are big. The bathrooms are clean. The kitchen/dining area is spacious with a large island. We enjoyed the historic architecture of this late 1800's home. We were here for four nights on the weekend our son was getting married. Good memories.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey L.

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

College Graduation

The perfect location for celebrating my daughter’s graduation from Belmont University. Walking distance to all the local restaurants in historic Franklin. Easy access to the interstate. Very comfortable historic home.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Wonderful Stay

A lovely spot - we all enjoyed it immensely and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom k.

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

Franklin Tennessee

Nice house great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Visitors from New Mexico

What a wonderful experience! Great old home (circa 1895 with an updated kitchen and baths), perfect walkable location to the center of Franklin and the Civil War sights, and a helpful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

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

Stay for wedding in Franklin

Great location and lovely house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary H.

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

Such a great location!!

We had such a fun family weekend in this historic home! We traveled w a grandma with some mobility issues, 2 parents, and a 20 something daughter. We each had space to sleep in nice, comfy beds. When our son and daughter-in-law came to visit, we all had space to gather together. The house has been around long enough that some rooms are obvious add-ons so there’s a slight step up or over a “speed bump” when moving around the house. Also a little issue with door handles falling off (though they are lovely handles!)Only one room has an en-suite bathroom, the other was down the hall and around the corner for use I get to at night. Would love to know more about the history of this place because I bet it’s seen all kinds of events! It needs a little extra love to bring it back to full glory but we enjoyed it like an old friend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladalyn D.

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

Beautiful!

exactly as described, I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dana T.

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

Great location!

Very large and roomy historic home. Bathroom arrangement was very convenient for sharing. Kitchen was stocked well. Host was very communicative. Loved that it was a very short walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky P.

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

Great stay!

Southern hospitality at it’s best.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Priscilla U.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Franklin House

Old friends had a delightful visit however on VRBO pictures of house were probably taken 20 years ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

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

Classic Home in Historic Franklin

This is a sprawling, single story home built in 1895 and located on Main street surrounded by lovely stately homes and within an easy walk to downtown Franklin. We enjoyed eating at McCreary's Irish pub; Gray's on Main and Pucketts. A 20 minute drive thru beautiful rolling fields leads you to the very small community of Leipers Fork, where you should go see live music at Fox & Locke.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Seamless Process Gorgeous Home

My family absolutely adored this home! The personal details had everyone oohing and ahhhhing! We had the best time for a weekend wedding. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Great Vacation

Our family had a lot of fun in Franklin. The provided maps and historic brochures on all the houses in the area were very handy. Our 3 little boys loved all the toys and books to read too. Very nice stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina F.

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

Adorable House Great Location

This property was nestled a block or two up from downtown Franklin which was very convenient for food and adventures! The house has a lot of space! We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jared B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and quirky near downtown

A weekend getaway with friends in Franklin. We stayed over Labor Day Weekend and had a blast. The kitchen was the prefect hangout spot in the evenings. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. There were some general maintenance items that need attention and overall cleanliness issues. Even with that, we still enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Penny B.

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

Beautiful Home

Great location on Main Street! Its so beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Charlotte B.

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

We enjoyed our stay, comfortable, kitchen well equipped.

We enjoyed your house. Refrig & freezer needed a better cleaning but really ok. There were only 4 of us. Myself & 2 sisters with 1 spouse. We are all in our 80’s so getting around in Franklin by car was difficult for us but we did enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pilar W.

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

Weekend visit

The house was perfect for our stay in Franklin. Close to downtown and in a lovely neighborhood. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch watching people walk by. You could feel the history of the home. It was well appointed. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Historic house

We loved our two night stay at your home. Wonderful property, had everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Historic home in fun neighborhood

Our family (three generations) was comfortable in the beautiful and spacious home, and we loved walking down main street and visiting the restaurants and shops. Attractions like the Carnston House plantation were only a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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