Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
7 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
BEDROOM 2
2 Single Beds
MASTER
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
MASTER BATH
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View
Hilltop Home nested in the trees with a beautiful view of the mountains & bird lovers paradise! * Beautiful Mountain view * Wide screened porch with rocking chairs * Central AC & Cable Television * Two bedrooms / Two bath * Bedroom 1- Master- Guaranteed most comfortable bed in Franklin! Prana Sleep King bed. * Bedroom 2- Single beds * Extensive DVD Library & Board Games * DISH Network Satellite TV * WiFi throughout * Central AC & Heating * On a quiet mountain close to Main Street, Shops, Breweries, & Grocery * Just 8 min to the base of Highlands Mtn! * BBQ Grill * DOWNSTAIRS OPTIONAL ADD ON- Downstairs room available to rent ONLY as an add-on to existing reservation making the total 3 bedroom 3 bath. Optional downstairs room includes a King Bed & 1 set of Bunk Beds. * COVID 19 Update * We take your health and safety seriously. We now add a 48 hour block to the front and back of every stay to allow time for the property to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized by our cleaning crew.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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. Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Jackson Hole Gem Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Factory and Franklin Golf Course. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting.
Harris Medical Park of Franklin - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
The Factory - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Caffe REL - 8 min drive
El Charro Mexican Grill - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Haywood Smokehouse - 7 min drive
Bojangles - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View located?
Situated in Franklin, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Harris Medical Park of Franklin. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The view is as advertised and the house is very well stocked. The host is very responsive and had helpful tips so that we enjoyed home even more. It’s very relaxing sitting on the screened porch in the rocking chairs. We will stay again for sure.
The cabin was great only issue was finding firewood. There was no book on what was expected to do when leaving and what switches went to which lights and fans. We would definitely rent this cabin again
This is the 4th time (I think) that we've chosen to stay here, because of the great location near town, while still being out in a woodsy area. Very comfortable inside and well equipped with the necessities.
We stayed four weeks in July/Aug 2025 and enjoyed it immensely. Morning coffee on the porch watching the birds and enjoying the view. When family visited, there was so much to do that we stayed busy every day. Tubing, white water rafting, hiking, visiting waterfalls, shopping and just sitting on the porch. House has everything you need and the neighbors are friendly. Great stores and restaurants close by. We have already booked for next year.
The Bear Den was so clean when we arrived. My adult daughter and I were both so impressed by how homey it felt. Warm and inviting. It was a rainy week while we were there and so pleasant to be in the house. Since it is pet friendly we thought there might be an odor but there wasn’t. We both enjoy cooking and were amazed by how well appointed the kitchen is. I have never stayed at a VRBO that was as well equipped. The screened porch is awesome. Such a wonderful spot to sit in nature with hot tea or coffee. The beds were comfortable too. Jenna was very helpful in getting into the house when we arrived. Apparently we didn’t read the details and were trying to enter incorrectly. She was helpful while planning our trip also. (Thank you!)There is just nothing negative to say. It was all good.
The place is well kept. It has everything you need while away from home. The kitchen is equipped with everything need to prepare any meal. We had excellent communication both before and during our stay with Jenna. Great view off of the completely screened front porch. Overall, our stay was excellent, if we find ourselves back in the Franklin area, we will stay again.
We enjoyed everything about our stay. The cabin was in the perfect location, beautiful view, and clean. We were close to all the hiking and really loved everything about it.
The property is well maintained and exceeds description! The master bed is amazing! Nothing negative to say. We had a great time, location was perfect.
This was our 2nd stay at the Bear Den. The house is cozy and very well appointed. The beds are the most comfortable we have ever slept on. The stay was a little to cool for much time on the porch, but we certainly enjoyed the fireplace! Convenient for Polar Express Train, Franklin and Dillaboro.
This is the 3rd time staying here, and we enjoyed it like we have before. Very comfortable to stay here, with two nice recliners, so no arguments on who gets the "good one." :) Love the location that is close to town but off in a secluded woodsy area. Will try to come again next year, I'm sure.
This is the 2nd time we've stayed here. We came back because the location is close to town while still being in a woody private area. A nice mountain view off the porch. Having two recliners means nobody stuck on the sofa.
Carolyn T.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jenna Miller
This home has been in our family for over 40 years. Our grandparents bought it as a summer retreat from the summer heat in Florida. We have so many happy memories from our childhood and now we visit with our kids. You'll see this home has a warm cozy feeling that I know you'll love as much as we do. We welcome you to enjoy The Bear Den sometime soon!