The Little Gray Cottage

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
‪11 min drive‬
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
‪12 min drive‬
Lake Glenville
‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Charming cottage tucked into the edge of the woods with easy access to state paved road. This is all you'll need for a quick trip or weekend to the mountains.

The kitchen has a full-size fridge, microwave, hot plate and coffee maker. If you're serious about cooking there's a full propane grill on the screened porch overlooking the stream.

Perfect for two for a weekend get-a-way. Not good for kids or longer stays. A week works or less for us.
Guest access
Private single home, guest has access to entire home and they have total privacy.
Other things to note
All the important stuff like phone, TV and Internet. None of the unnecessary things like a full oven or range (?!).

Property manager

Sara Viar

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 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 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 deadlock

About the area

Franklin

Franklin is home to this holiday home. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

Cullasaja Falls - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 29 min drive - 25.4 km
Lake Glenville - 34 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Caffe Rel - ‬10 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
‪Asian King Buffet - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Gray Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Little Gray Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Gray Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Little Gray Cottage located?

Situated in Franklin, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Harris Medical Park of Franklin and Cullasaja Falls. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Georgiana B.

17 February 2025

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

Loved this Rental

It was very clean. The creek was great. I was out every morning drinking my coffee. Great location, we loved the small town of Franklin. Loved the shopping and restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert F.

29 October 2024

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

Absolutely Beautiful

Gorgeous little cabin Beautiful area I couldn’t be happier with the experience, I will definitely book again should I go back to Franklin N.C.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

9 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great location and many really nice amenities included that were thoughtful and very welcoming. Creek sounds were relaxing and added to the ambience. Bed was very comfortable. The screened porch was surprisingly large for the size of the cottage. We hope to return. Great hiking and waterfalls and vistas so close to the cottage. We really enjoyed our stay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

24 November 2023

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

Thanksgiving getaway

What a wonderful place! Thoroughly enjoy The Little Gray.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

25 October 2023

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

A little gray cottage

I had a wonderful time the bed was comfortable and it was close to everything we wanted to do will be back

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

11 September 2022

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

Heaven

We loved the cottage, it was like where my grandmother lived so I felt like I went back in time. It was so cozy and the screened in back porch is where we spent most of our time. Kristi was very kind and went above and beyond to make a our stay wonderful!!! Thank you very much.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Daphine D.

31 August 2022

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

Tiny gray cottage

I love staying here. I only wish they supplied more towels and washcloths. We were there 5 nights and had 4 for the both of us. We bought wash clothes because reusing them is not an option for us. Also it would be nice to have a larger tv.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Earl B., Atlanta, GA, USA

22 August 2022

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

Absolutely beautiful space!

The little gray cabin is absolutely beautiful, perfectly situated, attentively maintained and a perfect spot for a couple to discontfrom the world We had some small issues with internet connectivity, but the owner and manager both bent over backwards to take care of things I can’t recommend this place highly enough, and look very much forward to another stay in the future

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

8 July 2022

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

Came to Franklin to visit with son's and this was just right for the two of us.

Very nice. I personally spent most of my time at the gray cottage just sitting on porch enjoying the stream. Even tho the kitchen did not have a stove the other small appliances worked great for what we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S., Asheville

8 July 2022

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

Had a great visit. Cute little cottage. Very clean.

great place for a weekend trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Agnes A.

15 June 2022

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

A very nice place but could of used more hooks in bathroom and more counter space where the welcome.

Nice experience would of liked the cottage a few more hills up. Loved the sound of the brook.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

26 May 2022

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

Cute cottage on the creek.

Had a wonderful stay! Fell asleep on the couch listening to that amazing creek! Clean and comfy

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CST D.

28 April 2022

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

Wonderful Stream Sounds!

The cabin was clean, well appointed and the perfect healing space for a solo female traveler looking to get away from the busy city! I really enjoyed the extra treats : popcorn, granola bars and candy. I will definitely come back. Thank you for sharing your special place.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

6 March 2022

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

Little Gray Cottage

Really enjoyed the little gray cottage. Loved the peaceful atmosphere with the creek running. Very clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephen j.

17 November 2021

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

The gray cabin

The gray cabin was comfortable and clean. We had everything needed to have an enjoyable stay. The creek by cabin was beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

11 November 2021

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

Little Gray Cottage

Property was just as shown! Brook was nice but we picked a time when it was too cold for us to enjoy. Would definitely choose an earlier time to stay. Location was great could visit a number of falls which were spectacular!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

greg j.

25 October 2021

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

Exactly what we needed

This small cottage was exactly as advertised and precisely what the doctor ordered for two vacation starved adults. The place was clean and well thought out for a 550 square ft space As many reviews have mentioned, the creek 3 feet from the back porch was so relaxing and the porch itself was huge. About the only thing I would suggest was that the owners should invest in a larger TV. I realise that a lot of people wouldn't care about this, but for $300, you can get a 40 inch screen. Just a minor complaint. April, the property manager was a pleasure to work with and very kind when we lost (well, thought we lost) our key. We will definetly be staying again if we are in the area. Greg J.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Teri B.

14 October 2021

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

Enjoyed my stay

The property is nice for one person or a couple. I loved spending time on the screened in porch listening to the water. The property is clean, well-kept and as promised in the description. It was closer to other properties than I hoped. I would give my experience the highest rating except for the barking dogs (incessant) in the neighborhood and the loud vehicles of the neighbor across the way.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

5 October 2021

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

Rushing water music for the soul.

Perfect for a couple . Love the back porch . The rushing creek is music for the soul. This cottage was extremely clean !

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Debbie S., Randleman, North Carolina

4 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Staying in the backyard shed

It looked like a shed someone had built and added on to. The front door ramp was too far away from the single parking space. Which was under a large walnut tree and off of another drive. Walnuts fell on the car. The back door ramp leading from the screened-in back porch was very steep. I rented this property with the ramp because I had just had major knee surgery. I was very disappointed that the pictures didn't truly discribe the cottage. We also had to kill wasps around the front door. Inside was nice and clean. Bed was comfortable and had adequate bedding. We paid a cleaning fee but had to somewhat clean the property before leaving. Why pay a cleaning fee? Pretty disappointed all the way around.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Constance M.

13 September 2021

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

Little Grey Cottage

Loved little Grey Cottage Will return

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

michael h.

3 September 2021

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

Excellent

Outstanding

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

30 August 2021

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

Charming and relaxing

My husband and I had a relaxing and refreshing stay at the little gray cottage! The stream was peaceful and the location was quiet, yet located close enough to amenities like the grocery store for convenience. April was a very helpful host! We will definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynnae B.

22 August 2021

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

Perfect for relaxation

I stayed here for two nights, and they were the two most peaceful nights I've had in ages. The bed is lovely. The creek makes a lovely sound. I enjoyed it immensely.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Chapin

15 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very quiet place

We enjoyed the privacy and quietness of the cabin. We really enjoyed the porch and spent most of our time while there on it. The brook is so relaxing to listen to. The hot plate is actually an electric griddle and an electric pot. We made the kitchen work though. Overall, a great weekend in a great area of the NC mountains.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sara Viar

Languages:

English

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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