Verified
10/10 Excellent
Britt M.
10 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Vacation
Britt M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Entire home
Stylish Cozy Cottage Snuggled in a Zen Botanical Oasis UNDER THE STARS!
Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Franklinton, NC
- Place, Louisburg College14 min drive
- Place, Hill Ridge Farms14 min drive
- Place, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary16 min drive
- Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Stylish Cozy Cottage Snuggled in a Zen Botanical Oasis UNDER THE STARS!
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House Rules
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
About the area
Franklinton
Located in Franklinton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Henderson Indoor Flea Market and Lafayette Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center and Falls Lake State Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Franklinton, NC
What's nearby
- Louisburg College - 14 min drive - 18.8 km
- Hill Ridge Farms - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
- E. Carroll Joyner Park - 15 min drive - 18.2 km
- Wake Forest Historical Museum - 16 min drive - 20.2 km
- Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - 16 min drive - 20.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Toros Tacos Y Tequila - 18 min walk
- Hardee's - 5 min drive
- Taco Bell - 11 min drive
- Bleachers Sports Bar - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly K.
27 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Kelly K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Quantes Randle
During your stay
Porte Noire Gardens hosts are here for you! We will interact to keep you informed but we only aim to assist, not harass. When guests stay at Porte Noire, they decide the level of communication they want with their host. We are here to serve your needs, within reason, as best as we possibly can.
Porte Noire Gardens hosts are here for you! We will interact to keep you informed but we only aim to assist, not harass. When guests stay at Porte Noire, they decide the level of communication they want with their host. We are here to serve your needs, within reason, as best as we possibly can.
Why they chose this property
This 14+ acre outdoor sanctuary boasts:
- a 10+ acre, 200+ year old arboretum of beautiful native NC trees and forestry
- 2 miles of walking/hiking/riding trails that run along (3) merging creeks! Bring your walking or hiking shoes, or haul in your dirt bikes and ATVs and enjoy some rugged outdoor FUN!
- seasonal edible garden spaces at your fingertips
- (2) outdoor lounging/entertaining bungalows
- Furnished front patio with solar evening/night time lighting and heaters
- Furnished back deck with fire pit, grill, dining table and ample seating
- 8 to 10 person , safety screened Trampoline
- Walk in greenhouse for transitional horticulture projects
- 10k+ reflection pond, great for meditation and stocked with baby turtles and frogs!
Porte Noire is located in the up and coming small town of Franklinton, and is located less than a mile from their lively and developing walk/shop/dine downtown.
*2 minutes driving distance from downtown Franklinton, approx. 10 minutes walking
What To Expect Visually at The Porte each season?
SEASONAL LANDSCAPE VIBEZ:
- Winter Views look like - the forest and open grounds have a fresh coat of leaves carpeting her floor. The panoramic view is spectacular as the sunrises and sunsets dance across the canopy of trees.
- Spring Views look like - the green starts rolling in. As the days grow longer the creek line forestry leaves come out first, and every day the green just keeps on coming!
- Summertime Views look like - every living thing is performing the dance of their lifetime! Every stem is stretching for the sky, every leaf is it's greenest of green and the flowers don every brilliance of its colors.
- Autumn Views Look Like - the diversity of colors illustrates the complexity and beauty of CHANGE, and evolution. The warm days and cool nights prepares for the next life cycle. Absolute Tranquility.
- a 10+ acre, 200+ year old arboretum of beautiful native NC trees and forestry
- 2 miles of walking/hiking/riding trails that run along (3) merging creeks! Bring your walking or hiking shoes, or haul in your dirt bikes and ATVs and enjoy some rugged outdoor FUN!
- seasonal edible garden spaces at your fingertips
- (2) outdoor lounging/entertaining bungalows
- Furnished front patio with solar evening/night time lighting and heaters
- Furnished back deck with fire pit, grill, dining table and ample seating
- 8 to 10 person , safety screened Trampoline
- Walk in greenhouse for transitional horticulture projects
- 10k+ reflection pond, great for meditation and stocked with baby turtles and frogs!
Porte Noire is located in the up and coming small town of Franklinton, and is located less than a mile from their lively and developing walk/shop/dine downtown.
*2 minutes driving distance from downtown Franklinton, approx. 10 minutes walking
What To Expect Visually at The Porte each season?
SEASONAL LANDSCAPE VIBEZ:
- Winter Views look like - the forest and open grounds have a fresh coat of leaves carpeting her floor. The panoramic view is spectacular as the sunrises and sunsets dance across the canopy of trees.
- Spring Views look like - the green starts rolling in. As the days grow longer the creek line forestry leaves come out first, and every day the green just keeps on coming!
- Summertime Views look like - every living thing is performing the dance of their lifetime! Every stem is stretching for the sky, every leaf is it's greenest of green and the flowers don every brilliance of its colors.
- Autumn Views Look Like - the diversity of colors illustrates the complexity and beauty of CHANGE, and evolution. The warm days and cool nights prepares for the next life cycle. Absolute Tranquility.
What makes this property unique
Need a break from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind?
WE OUTSIDE!!!!! Let's Kick It!
Who's up for a "Girls Getaway" or a "Fellas Kickback?
Do you have a love of nature and exploring the outdoors?
Camp Outs and Outdoor Movie Nights are a GO!
LOCALS: You have ATVs, Go Karts, or dirt bikes you want to ride without traveling hours to the mountains or beach? PULL UP!
How about a rejuvenating wellness experience tailored to your needs?
Sunrise Yoga in the Meadow, Moon Dances under The Stars, Massages by the Pond....
If you are looking for spiritual wellness at the cellular level, connecting with all that is uniquely YOU; all of these possibilities are available at The Porte!
WE OUTSIDE!!!!! Let's Kick It!
Who's up for a "Girls Getaway" or a "Fellas Kickback?
Do you have a love of nature and exploring the outdoors?
Camp Outs and Outdoor Movie Nights are a GO!
LOCALS: You have ATVs, Go Karts, or dirt bikes you want to ride without traveling hours to the mountains or beach? PULL UP!
How about a rejuvenating wellness experience tailored to your needs?
Sunrise Yoga in the Meadow, Moon Dances under The Stars, Massages by the Pond....
If you are looking for spiritual wellness at the cellular level, connecting with all that is uniquely YOU; all of these possibilities are available at The Porte!
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