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River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin

Holiday home in Franklin with kitchen and patio

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Living Room with TV and Gas Fireplace
Living Room with TV
Unique coffee table
Beautiful Rustic Wood Wall
Living room comfy couches

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6122.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪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 picnic, fish or just watch the world go by to relax--or you can drive to the river. 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 Forest. Also, check out our Great Lake Escape Rental Cabin on Lake Nantahala #135801 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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
We depend on our guests taking care of the property. We do not charge a cleaning fee; house is returned in the condition it was received.
. Otherwise fees for damage or excess cleaning will be taken out of the security deposit. Will need copy of drivers license & signed rental contract
NO PARTIES, YOU WILL BE IMMEDIATELY EVICTED, THE POLICE WILL BE NOTIFIED AND YOU WILL LOSE YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT. MUST BE 25 YEARS OLD TO RENT HOUSE

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Franklin is home to this holiday home. Rose Creek Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Franklin Golf Course and The Factory. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mason Mountain Mine - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 18 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬11 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.

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

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great mountain escape

This property is an excellent find. Everything was as advertised. The location was quiet but convenient for many of the activities in the area. Our family had a great stay. We just wish we had more time off for this vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

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

rock hunting and fishing

The place is great. Only issue i might have had was it was not as easy as i thought it would be to get to the river. but we found other places to go. over all i would for sure go back. I give it 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharie Q.

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

Labor Day Getaway

Our family had a great time for Labor Day weekend. The house was perfect for our family of 5. It was super clean and we had everything we needed. We enjoyed walking down to the river. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Cabin

Cherisse has a beautiful cabin. Always well stocked. We enjoy our stay there as always. Couldn’t find a better host. Top notch
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jen D.

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

Needs a new master bed.

The location is quiet and beautiful. The house is nice and the host was fine, but the bed was horrible. My husband and I ended up sleeping on the couches because of the bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nichole K.

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

Good for a short stay

The property was clean. It could use some updating. The beds were older and so was the towels and furniture. Its ok for a short stay but it also has no internet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wanda d.

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

Cabin in the woods

We had such a wonderful time. All surroundings are just breath taking. Close to everything. What an awesome time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Centrally located

The house looked small from the outside but was impressed with the inside. We were there to hike on the Appalachian Trail and this house was located just a little away from what i wanted but it worked out ok. We didn't spend any time outside since it was cold but the location was quiet. Overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim g.

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

GREAT FOR GET A WAY!

The house is perfect for a small family that want to just get away into a quiet secluded place. Cherisse is a perfect hostess. She makes sure that everything is as it should be, but quietly stays away unless needed. The home is well equipped with all the essentials and then some. The area has a lot of things to do for the family or just the adults. Rate this one A-! plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Landon M.

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

A Completely Sterling Experience

I can't say enough kind things about Cherisse and this location just outside of Franklin. We had a lovely time, the property was remote enough that we were never troubled by light, noise, or neighbors (although the neighbors I saw on my morning walks were also lovely and very conversational), but close enough to town that we had more than everything we needed at our fingertips at all times. Amenities and beds inside the house were more than sufficient, and I am particularly grateful for the supply of coffee I found in the kitchen. Check-in was easy peasy, with thorough and thoughtful instructions front and center on the counter. Check-out - equally frustration free. My girlfriend very much appreciated the small honey bottle - the bear is already placed with care above our photos in the dining room. Book with confidence - Cherisse will have your back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Great getaway!

We enjoyed our stay! It was a nice home at an affordable price. As a heads up to future guests, I would like to add that our GPS took us to the wrong location but when we called Cherisse she stayed on the phone with us until we arrived at the right house. If you are staying here, I would definitely recommend following the directions sent via email ahead of time rather than depending on GPS. The GPS took us down a very rough dirt road that did not appear to be the best area to be in. Cherisse checked on us after the arrived to make sure that everything was good and was available when we called the next day to ask a quick question. The only recommendation I would make would be to add Wi-Fi service. We appreciated that we were not charged a cleaning fee. Thanks Cherisse for opening your home to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Hayley N.

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

Comfortable Place to Sleep

We didn't spend a lot of time at this property because we were in town to see family. It was perfectly adequate for our needs and provided a very comfortable place to sleep. Cherisse was very communicative and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

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

Lovely Private Cabin

My family and I had an amazing time, and the cabin was everything we could have asked for. It was clean, comfy, and private. Yet, it was close enough to downtown Franklin and many of the natural attractions. Cherisse was a wonderful host, who communicates very clearly, and answers any questions. I highly recommend this place, and look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Excellent

Oh my gosh such a beautiful place. My husband stated that he thought the home was modern rustic. We came to visit the Whistle stop, which we did and had such beautiful accommodations when we got backe the this house. House was Uber clean and the Host was wonderful. She checked on us during our drive up from the Augusta area to make sure that we made it safely or if we needed any extra help with the directions. The directions she gave were spot on and place was easily found. She has a prepared notebook for set up and leaving instructions that were easy to follow. We all had a great time and will share the VRBO with family and friends. Thank you Cherisse, for a comfortable place for us to lay our heads.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly N.

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

Fantastic Franklin

The lovely 3-2 house as just perfect for my stay. It was located near my the place I needed to be. The owner was very organized and the house was immaculate. I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

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

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

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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