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Andy's View- Enjoy a quiet mountain getaway near Franklin, North Carolina

Hummingbirds put on quite a show around the feeders. Photo taken summer of '23.

Beautiful views from the deck of Andy's View!

Springtime in the mountains of western North Carolina

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Nantahala River
Mill Creek Country Club
‪8 min drive‬
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Andy's View- Enjoy a quiet mountain getaway near Franklin, North Carolina

Located just six miles west of Franklin, this house in the southern Appalachaian mountains is a great getaway for a weekend, a week or even a season. This was our family home for over 20 years. It has recently been remodeled with fresh paint, hard-wood floors in the living area and new carpet in the bedrooms. The view from the front deck is absolutely fabulous and creates a sense of openness that really sets this house apart from many mountain rentals. Easy access is a rare and added bonus. (only 1 minute off of U.S. 64)
The house is completely furnished, including tableware, bed linens, towels, etc. . The living room is furnished in navy blue leather. Sleeping accommodations for up to 6 people are available (additional charge of $10/guest/night for 3 or more.) If you are looking for a relaxing getaway in the mountains in a clean and comfortable home with room for the entire family, this is the place. We do not solicit comments for this site from our guests but we often receive notes or cards at check out and have recently added a few of those comments to this site. Over half of our business comes from guests who return year after year. We take pride not only in the house but in making our guests feel welcome and at home.
Check-in time: 3:00 p.m. (early check-in usually available)
Check-out time:11:00 a.m. (all times Eastern)

Property manager

Lewis Gary Brown

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

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View from the trail just a short hike away

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Franklin Golf Course and The Factory. Parker Meadows Park and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

Mill Creek Country Club - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
The Factory - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
Nantahala Lake - 35 min drive - 27.0 km
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 43 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
‪Zaxby's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Andy's View- Enjoy a quiet mountain getaway near Franklin, North Carolina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Andy's View- Enjoy a quiet mountain getaway near Franklin, North Carolina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Andy's View- Enjoy a quiet mountain getaway near Franklin, North Carolina?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Andy's View- Enjoy a quiet mountain getaway near Franklin, North Carolina located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Parker Meadows Park. Franklin Golf Course and The Factory are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Les W.

14 Jul, 2023

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

4 Day Stay

Home and location were perfect for our stay, Communication with the owners was amazing! We felt right at home. The views were so beautiful and peaceful. Would not hesitate to book again if we are in the area. We felt very blessed to enjoy a few days at this beautiful property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

11 Sept, 2023

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

Great place

Five of us came up for a motorcycle trip. The cabin is located in a central location for a lot of great rides. The property was beautiful and the cabin was wonderful. Gary was easy to communicate with.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori r.

13 Jun, 2021

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

Cannot wait to go back!

We loved our visit to Franklin! The property is in a fantastic location and very clean. We cannot wait to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

29 May, 2021

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

Perfect!

Everything was just as stated. Super clean and very comfortable beds. Great cookware to prepare meals or great restaurants nearby. Very comfortable layout for us. Very peaceful and quiet neighborhood.beautiful sunrises every morning. Great hosts who checked on us to make sure everything was ok. Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

16 Mar, 2021

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

Clean and Cozy!

Clean and cozy. Great location. Very nice owners. We would stay there again!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Louise M., The Villages, FL

13 Mar, 2021

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

Excellent Experience!

Would highly recommend staying here if you want a quiet, comfortable getaway with an awesome view. After hiking all day, it was the perfect place to come back to and relax. Enjoyed sitting on the deck listening to the birds and the brook. Owners very attentive and accommodating.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

28 Nov, 2020

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

Clean and great location

The location and view were perfect. Hours away from major cities. We headed to Helen, Pigeon Forge, Blairsville, Hiawassee, and Cherokee. All were in close proximity to the house. The views were amazing. There was a creek down below the house you could hear while relaxing on the porch. I have rented from VRBO for many years but have never had the renters reach out to us before we got to the location to see if we needed anything. It made us feel so special. The home was immaculately clean. Appreciate everything and hope to come back for a different season.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

22 Oct, 2020

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

Beautiful view

We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and the property was amazing. The owners were very sweet and informative. We usually won’t stay the same place twice, but I would love to come back here. It is also a very central location to use as a home base to visit all of the fun places in the mountains. My only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

25 Sept, 2020

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

Comfort and relaxation!

My husband and I had a wonderful time at your home. Everything we needed was there and the entire home was spotless. Gary made it easy for us to access the home and give us all the needed information. Thank you again! We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ray B., Jacksonville

14 Sept, 2020

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

East Valley of Hills & Corn

Our stay was peaceful, quiet and very serene just as we had hoped. The deer and Hummingbirds entertained us each afternoon sitting on the porch after wonderful motorcycle rides and hikes. The home was very comfortable with all of the amenities of home. The upstairs shower was a challenge in its size, but the downstairs shower was very good. Gary was a great host and very accommodating. We would stay with him again given the opportunity.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

20 Aug, 2020

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

Thank you Gary!!

Gary's place was wonderful. Super clean. Everything you need provided, and a wonderful view from the deck. Gary was always available and just overall a great experience and we WILL be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

9 Aug, 2020

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

Wonderful

One of the best places we have ever stayed.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Jul, 2020

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

Outstanding view

The rental was very clean. The furniture and beds were comfortable. The mountain views were amazing we liked listening to the cows and bull frogs. The hosts provided many amenities in case you forgot something from home. You could see the mountains from sitting in the living room. The only thing that we would change would be the main floor's shower. We felt it was a tighter space but there is a full bath downstairs.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Jun, 2020

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

Gary is the perfect host.

My family had a wonderful stay at the cabin. We highly recommend this rental. Gary is a super host who went out of his way to help us during our stay. We hope to rent again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

7 Jun, 2020

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

Everything you need to get out of the city!

Wonderful location and property when you need to get out in the country! Stop at the grocery store on your way and once your here it is like your at home. I can’t imagine you needing anything that is not already here! Great owners and a great place

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

29 May, 2020

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

Mountain House Getaway

This listing is superb. Located nicely for an easy drive to waterfalls, hiking and biking trails, fishing and just a short drive to Franklin for city activities. Super clean property and the house has all you need for grilling and cooking. The best part is the long front deck to enjoy AM coffee as well as retire with a nightcap!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

jack B.

27 Feb, 2020

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

Super clean, great location

Gary does a super job of keeping this place clean. The location is great and probably our most comfortable VRBO ever.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

17 Nov, 2019

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

Awesome as usual

Everything was wonderful. This is our 2nd stay at the home it was amazing the view was absolutely gorgeous as usual.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

christy m.

5 Sept, 2019

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

Fall Vacation

Gary and Laura were very welcoming and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. A great place to stay. If we are back in the area, I am sure we will try to stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

25 Aug, 2019

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

Awesome

Excellent place! Amazing view! We we're there Aug 19-23.The people are so nice in Franklin NC. Hadn't been disappointed yet. The house was very homey the pictures don't do it justice! It's better in person. The owner of the home Gary was very friendly and helpful in everything we needed. Thanks again for letting us enjoy your home. Definitely will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

21 Jul, 2019

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

Great little getaway

This listing is amazing! The owners go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need for a fun-filled trip. We could have stayed there the whole time between fishing and playing in the creek! It’s very family friendly. I highly recommend and will definitely be going back!!!!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy W.

14 Jul, 2019

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

Mountains galore

It was everything we needed for the perfect get-away-from-it all. Easily accessible. Clean. Comfortable. A plus for us is a comfy recliner and this awesome house had plenty. The kitchen had everything needed to prepare our meals. And the view from the porch was enough to make us want to sit out there with our coffee and just bask in the glorious morning mountain view.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

19 May, 2019

Very Nice Home

We stayed at this home May 13 - May 17, 2019. The owner met us there and showed us around and gave us a key. We were having trouble with our truck, so he even called a local garage and then we followed him there. He went above and beyond to help us get our truck fixed quickly. The house was very clean and nicely decorated. The views from the front deck were fantastic. The house is located about 5 miles from the center of town, but very easy access. Our only issue was with the upstairs shower. It was great, but just too small. Other than that, everything was perfect, and I would definitely recommend this home.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

27 Dec, 2018

Fabulous view and hospitality

The house and view are fabulous. Was in town for a family visit over Christmas and needed a place to call home for a few days. The mountain getaway was easy to find and get to. There is a private bedroom and bath on the lower level. 2 bedrooms with bathroom on the upper level which also includes the kitchen, dining, and living area in an open concept plan. Ample porch off of this level overlooking valley. Close to everything Franklin area has to offer. Hosts are very accommodating and responsive. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Osmani M.

30 Nov, 2018

Very clean and comfortable

Our stay was quiet and relaxing,beautiful view .Owners were very kind and helpfull.We highly recommend this property. O.Martinez

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

About the host

Hosted by Lewis Gary Brown

My wife and I moved to the Franklin area in 1984 and have served in the Macon County School system ever since. I am a retired principal and have returned to my first love, classroom teaching, at Macon Early College in Franklin. Laura teaches 4th grade at Cartoogechaye Elementary School. We both still find the teaching profession extremely rewarding and feel fortunate to have worked our entire careers in one system.
We both enjoy our summers and spend a great deal of time working at the rental property which we've just expanded with the purchase of some adjacent acreage.

Why they chose this property

This property is unique in a couple of ways. The view overlooking the old Killian farm and the mountains beyond is simply beautiful. Andy's View is easily accessible, located on Setser Road only a minute off of U.S. 64 West. The driveway is paved all the way to a covered carport. The owners take special pride in keeping the house spotlessly clean and the grounds well maintained.

What makes this property unique

The view, the accessibility, and the convenience to the Nantahala National Forest (only 5 minutes away) and the Appalachian Trail (only 7 minutes away) add to the uniqueness of Andy's View. The tiny, beautiful and soothingly tranquil Saint John's Episcopal Church is only a short walk away.