Hiking and Waterfalls at Bartram Trail Acres Chalet

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Easy access, plenty of parking, lots of space and wrap-around deck welcomes you!

Lovely places to relax or play on this Creekfront property.

Beautiful acreage fronts this gently winding Creek on property.

This waterfall on Wallace Branch is a short 8 minute walk from the house.

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5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts9 min drive
Franklin Golf Course9 min drive
Mill Creek Country Club11 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

Common area 3

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

4 Bedroom 3 bath PLUS guest studio, fully remodeled chalet style home with custom designed features, located next to a Hiker's Paradise where you will discover mountains, waterfall and wildlife along the renown Bartram Trail in the Franklin, NC, Smokey Mountains. Private access to Trail is easy via little red bridge. There are spring and summer wildflowers and a cascading waterfall within 5 minute walk of the cabin. This beautiful property is less than 10 minutes from downtown Franklin. You'll be pleased with the easy, paved access to the door. Relax and enjoy our multiple outdoor seating options and the decks at every level.

Our 4 acre private property features Wallace Branch Creek, a large open field for family, friends and pets (yes, we are pet-friendly), a fire pit for marshmallow roasts and a gazebo picnic area with a gas grill for cookouts.

The home has been carefully decorated with the discriminating Guest in mind with lots of room for everyone. Comfortable and inviting for a small family but large enough for up to 12 Guests overnight and small events. The beautiful setting is perfect for a small wedding or family reunion.

Franklin NC is your ultimate vacation destination in the Smokies. Enjoy gem mining in the Gem Capital of the World; mountain hiking to extravagant waterfalls like none others in the eastern US; boating in nearby lakes; whitewater rafting, zip lining, canoeing and kayaking and of course fishing. Discover antique hunting, shopping in our quaint but lovely downtown areas; and quality entertainment at the Smokey Mountain Theater for the Performing Arts. Plenty of restaurants, breweries and even wine tasting at its best! Franklin has something for everyone! Check out Harrahs Cassino in Cherokee, the Biltmore Estate in downtown Asheville NC, Atlanta GA and so much more all within a short drive of your vacation home.

The beautiful Bartram Trail, with access just a 5 min. walk from the house, is named for naturalist William Bartram who was among the most well-known of the early naturalists, botanists and explorers of his day. For serious hikers, the Trail leads to Wayah Bald, the highest peak in Macon County. It intersects the famous Appalachian Trail which extends over 2,000 miles from Georgia all the way to Maine. Bartram traveled throughout the southeast from 1773 to 1777. The North Carolina Bartram Trail Society was organized to establish and maintain the North Carolina section of the memorial trail that honors Bartram and his work. The 80+ miles of the Bartram Trail in North Carolina follows the original route. The Bartram Trail is designated as a National Recreation Trail by the National Trails System Act of 1968. The trail is blazed in a yellow, vertically oriented rectangle in North Carolina and a yellow diamond in Georgia. It crosses over some of the most scenic mountains of North Carolina and Georgia.

Property manager

Sally Mass, Realtor-Broker, Property Manager

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18

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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum and Scottish Tartans Musuem are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

The Factory - 8 min drive
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min drive
Franklin Golf Course - 9 min drive
Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 9 min drive
Mill Creek Country Club - 11 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
Caffe Rel - 10 min drive
Fat Buddies Ribs & BBQ - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hiking and Waterfalls at Bartram Trail Acres Chalet pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hiking and Waterfalls at Bartram Trail Acres Chalet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hiking and Waterfalls at Bartram Trail Acres Chalet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hiking and Waterfalls at Bartram Trail Acres Chalet located?

This family-friendly Franklin chalet is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Whistle Stop Mall. Franklin Golf Course and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

16 April 2024

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

Beautiful House & Property

Took the grandkids and pets and had a wonderful time. There were only four of us but there could have been 8 more and it still would not have been crowded. The house is plenty big, very clean and decorated nicely. The property is huge. There are two walking trails practically at the end of the driveway. The pics are accurate. It was nice and quiet. Restaurants within 10-15 minutes away. I never left the place. I just sent the grandkids to get everything we needed. Had to make them useful. All in all it was a wonderful time. Even my two dogs had a great time. Plenty of room for them to explore. Only 1 thing i would like to see improve, and I am pretty sure this is the case with most of the rentals in the mountains, is the internet speed is slow. Not sure anything can be done about that. It works but not that great. A little boost would surely help. It wont stop me from coming back. Which we will definitely be planning to do soon. Thank you for allowing us to rent your home.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

10 April 2024

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

Surprise Birthday for Mom

Wonderful home/cabin. Plenty of room for everyone, 7 of us. Beds were comfy, a big win. Kitchen was a great gathering spot. We went hiking and just spent time together at the cabin. This may become an annual trip. Recommend a few more chairs at the fire pit, and include wood for visitors.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

18 October 2023

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

Girls weekend

We had a wonderful girls weekend with plenty of room! We went to Bryson City for the train ride and spent the day in Dillsboro shopping and dinner. The house is spacious for everyone to spread out and it's stocked with everything you could possibly need! The house was spotless and very comfortable. Beds and bathrooms were great! Waterfall hike was close to house and not all that difficult for us beginners. Location of house was close to town and major highways. You wont find a better home in the area to visit! Great memories were made and we appreciate the owners sharing their beautiful home!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary A., N Myrtle Beach, SC

11 October 2023

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

Bart ram stay

Great location. Kitchen well stocked. Lots of gathering areas for large families. The bedroom over the garage could be improved for sleeping by installing at least a queen size ned. Beds need upgrades.Week was very peaceful, weather was wonderful, Would recommend highly.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

9 October 2023

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

Great place!

Very relaxing, numerous spaces for visiting. Very well appointed. Everything you would need for a great stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sally Mass, Realtor-Broker, Property Manager

Sally Mass - Realtor/ Broker, Property Manager
Real Estate Broker see - mustangsallymass.com

Why they chose this property

Great Mountain Home with big views and abounding privacy within 15 minute access to numerous outdoor activities and restaurants.

What makes this property unique

The Bartram Trail is a National Recreational Trail that follows the route of the Naturalist William Bartram during his visit in 1773 thru 1777. About 80 miles of the trail is located in North Carolina
Franklin is a delight to many who visit us year after year.
https://franklin-chamber.com/
A small town mountain community with lots of added charm, you'll find much more than you at first expected:
Wonderful Restaurants; state-of-the-art Performing Arts Theater, hours of entertainment at "The Factory" for families and kids of all ages; tubing, zip lining, white-water-rafting and kayaking are all available on nearby rivers and lakes; bass and trout fishing, fly fishing and endless adventures for the outdoor enthusiast in you.
Known as the Gem Capital of the World, you'll find Mining and Gem Shows in and surrounding Franklin. Some of the World's most spectacular Waterfalls are right here, and you'll discover lots of historical doors to unlock.
The Appalachian and Bartram Trails are world renown as a destination for serious hikers and day visitors alike.
Harrah's world-class Casino is a short 45 minute drive across a mountain.
There are organized activities for bird watchers, plant identifiers and nature learning experiences of all kinds in this highly nature-diversified area of our Country.
Every Season offers its own special gifts of nature. We are home to numerous deer and turkeys, ground hogs, black bears and even beautiful elk.
Extraordinary Autumn colors attract visitors from around the world. This is your opportunity to discover the simple pleasures that abound in our Carolina Smoky Mountains.