The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5102 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Rose Creek Mine7 min drive
Mason Mountain Mine7 min drive
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts13 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Additional Guest Accommodations

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite Master Bathroom, 1

Toilet · Shower only

Larger Bathroom, 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

We continue to follow the recommended cleaning/sanitizing protocols for the protection of our guests and staff. Also, we currently are blocking one day between stays to implement the recommended cleaning/sanitizing protocols. Please let us know if you have questions/concerns. Thanks, Jim and Pam

The Dock Barnard Farm features: - Four-season, easy access - Valley view - Fully furnished - Parking area on site - Non-smoking only - Pets not allowed (service animals only) - Not handicap accessible - Minimum age limit for renters (responsible party must be at least 25-years-old) - Maximum occupancy - 5. Children welcome (please contact owners to discuss special equipment needs for infants and/or toddlers) - Bedroom 1: Queen master bedroom suite - comfy sleep system mattress set, elegant linens, oak furnishings, built-in closet, plush wall-to-wall carpet, private bathroom with step-in shower/glass door - Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom - comfy sleep system mattress set, elegant linens, pine furnishings, built-in closet, plush wall-to-wall carpet, across-the-hall access to large bathroom with full-size bathtub, direct access to wrap-around screen porch - Additional guest accommodations: Handsome sofa in living room converts into a full size sleeper sofa, if needed - Both bathrooms feature fluffy towels and hair dryers - Modern kitchen featuring everything you might possibly need, including dishes, utensils, cookware, a Keurig coffee maker, and a 12-cup coffee brewing machine - Spacious living/dining area with open floor plan to maximize enjoyment of family time - Pub-style dining furniture for six - High-efficiency washing machine (requires HE detergent) and clothes dryer, iron and ironing board - Central A/C and heat with high-efficiency heat pump - Wide-screen, HDTV above fireplace; small HDTV in kitchen - Satellite service (Dish) - Free WiFi (Hughesnet) - Wrap-around screen porch with outdoor dining furniture and rocking chairs - Gas 4-burner outdoor grill - Woodlands trails - Fruit trees and kitchen garden becoming established - Extensive guidebook

Property manager

Jim and Pam Rogers

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

One infant counts as one traveler.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Service animals only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Not handicapped accessible

For safety of guests, property - "No Fire Pit" policy

Change or set-up of passwords not allowed

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this vacation home is in a rural area. Rose Creek Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine and Sheffield Mine. Traveling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Bryson City Gem Mine. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

Rose Creek Mine - 7 min drive
Mason Mountain Mine - 7 min drive
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 13 min drive
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 13 min drive
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 20 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Caffe Rel - 9 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 11 min drive
Fat Buddies Ribs & BBQ - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

12 April 2024

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

Franklin house

Thank you all so much. The house was amazing. I have never had a spring fed shower and it was amazing. Thank you so much for the turkey feathers!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Renee W.

30 December 2023

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

Beautiful & Cozy Mountain retreat !

Very cozy, perfectly appointed, and immaculate house nestled on the side of a mountain! The house is darling ! It has everything you need and more ! We loved how peaceful and quiet it felt ! Plus, it was super clean! Lots of little touches that make a memorable stay! We will definitely stay here again! Hosts Jim & Pam are easy to work with, too! Renee & Jeff Wallace Dec 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee h., Florida

30 October 2023

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

Perfect location

Dock Barnard Farm was the perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying the changing leaves. The hosts were so helpful and welcoming.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

26 October 2023

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

Oh. My. Goodness.

Jim and Pam’s property is the nicest you will ever stay at. Close to town, great back yard, and super clean!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joyce B.

14 July 2023

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

Carolina retreat

We have relatives in the area, and this was a great location for us. The property was clean and well maintained. We were very comfortable there. We all agreed we would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Pam Rogers

Jim and Pam Rogers, The Dock Barnard Farm's owners, are lifetime residents of Franklin. In fact, Jim's family has been farming in the Iotla Valley since 1879. They live nearby, less than a mile from the Dock Barnard Farm, and they love to meet new folks and provide the perfect home-away-from-home for the enjoyment of their guests! In fact, The Dock Barnard Farm is the second of two historic properties Jim and Pam have preserved and have made available as vacation homes. The Old Campbell Farm, a wonderful blend of 1884 log cabin exterior and modern interior, is located less than a half-mile away. The properties complement one another and can make the perfect combination for larger-family vacations.

Why they chose this property

The Dock Barnard Farm was passed down through the generations to Jim and his first cousins on the Barnard side of the family. Jim and Pam were fortunate to buy out the cousins' interest in the property in late 2014, at which time it became a part of the Rogers' larger 350-acre working farm where they specialize in growing Angus cattle and timber. The small fields at the Dock Barnard Farm produce hay each year for their cattle herd. But more importantly, restoring and preserving The Dock Barnard Farm, a truly wonderful historical treasure, has been a privilege and a pleasure! No doubt Dock and Ellen Barnard would be thrilled their home has been restored to its original beautiful condition!!

What makes this property unique

Beyond the sentimental family attachment to The Dock Barnard Farm, Jim and Pam fell in love with the Folk Victorian architecture, the view from the front porch, watching for woodland creatures and birds from the rocking chairs on the wrap-around screen porch, and the opportunity to reclaim poplar and chestnut lumber on the property to use as accents inside the home.