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River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin

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A rustic cabin interior with a wooden wall, a television on a wooden cabinet, a couch, and a fireplace.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a white countertop, and a red stool.
A barbecue grill on a wooden deck with a view of a house and trees in the background.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster, and a stove.
A living room with two brown leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Ruby City Gems & Minerals
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin

A Great Riverbend Escape has a nature trail 1/4 mile hike to the river to feel like you are a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This Property is located 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin and is an official Appalachian Trail-friendly destination. The Franklin area is rich in gems and minerals and is known locally as the "Gem Capital of The World"; gem mine is located 2 miles away. Close to Nantahala Outdoor center for rafting and zip lines. Close to town but feels like you are in the Nantahala National. WE HAVE AN OUTDOOR CAMERA TO MONITOR IF MORE THAN 6 GUEST, PETS, OR PARTIES ARE OCCURING. READ HOUSE RULES--GUESTS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A CONTRACT AND GIVE PHOTO ID

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
No Parties!! Guests will be immediately evicted and no refund will be given and fee Starting at $150 will be charged.
Guests will leave the house close to how they received it or a cleaning fee will be charged starting at $150 or more especially if damage has occurred
Must be 25 years old to rent property and 6 people maximum. NO PETS!!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1328793vb
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
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Franklin

Franklin is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Nantahala National Forest, while Scottish Tartans Museum and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mason Mountain Mine - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Old Cardinal Gem Mine - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gondola’s - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin located?

Situated in Franklin, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rose Creek Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine. Mason Mountain Mine and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved our stay!!! It was close to Franklin and other places. It was very clean and Cherisse had it well supplied. We loved all the General Stores we visited, especially the Rickman Museum. We especially loved walking to the Mystic River. It was so peaceful there. A great place for our family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, comfortable clean place to stay. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alvin l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and responsive to any questions asked and all amenities were here that we needed. Its a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication with Cherisse. Directions were easy to follow, check in and out went smoothly. The home was clean, comfortable and cozy. I actually slept better on the master bed than I do at home (maybe I need to consider a new bed) LOL. Thanks Cherisse for allowing us to share your rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Literally can't say enough good things about Cherise! Responsive, warm, welcoming, and very fast communication. Home was exactly what we needed while in town to visit family. Enough space for people to stretch out without getting lost.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall very good stay. Quaint and charming. Host was very responsive. Our teenager was disappointed that there was no wi-fi, but he had a good time despite that.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and accommodating felt like coming to a second home. Cherisse was absolutely fantastic and very prompt with her responses to any questions.
Laurel Falls was beautiful!
And these are the kind of views you get driving everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very clean, quiet, and comfortable! Close to town and the Great Smokies national park!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chasity S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing . The house was clean and everything was very nice. Our host communicated with us well and everything went smoothly from start to finish!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SAM C.

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

GREAT PLACE

This place is very nice, I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exactly as pictured. Host communicated very well. Check in and out was a breeze. Very close to town and our favorite ruby mine. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peggy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cherisse was very responsive. We were able to move our stay up a week with no problems. The house was so clean and comfortable. Very homey! Close to town but away from the noise. 10 out of 10 recommend her place! Thanks Charisse!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

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

Sisters' getaway

Wonderful accommodations & close to family. Will recommend this property to other family members.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie E.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay and would book again. The cabin was spotless and in a great location. The owner was super responsive and made the experience a great one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

We loved this property!

Everything was just as advertised on VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

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

Everything was great!

Great private place to stay with short walk to river. Cabin was clean and comfortable 😊 good times!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful time

Every thing you need,great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline s.

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

This was a great place to stay the host cherisse was always couteous and helpful. Great location .

Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2022
Jacqueline, took great care of the house and is welcome back for future stays!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

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

Great convenient place!

Convenient to waterfalls! Clean and the mattresses are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Clean and comfortable.

This property was nice, quiet and clean. It's in a neighborhood but all the neighbors we passed by were friendly and waved in passing. Conveniently close to town but not too close. It was just right for our stay while visiting family. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monika L.

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

Great place!

We very much enjoyed our short stay at Cherisse’s house. The house was extremely clean and very comfortable for our family of 5. We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

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

Happy and Healthy

So nice to have a place to stay when visiting my family, where I know my kids are safe and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Beautiful cabin

This was so beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. Spacious. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Beautiful home.

Beautiful home. Fabulous host, easy to contact. Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cherisse

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I am a physical therapist that has lived in Franklin, NC for 33 years. I also have a vacation rental cabin on Lake Nantahal #135801

Why they chose this property

This property is a wonderful escape from your busy life. You will feel you are located in the forest, yet close to town and all the amenities of activities, restaurants, local breweries, and festivals.

What makes this property unique

River access to fish, picnic, or just go for a hike down the nature trail. If adventurous bring your kayak/canoe and put in and go for a scenic ride down the river.

Languages:

English

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