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A Stone Cottage Retreat
Terrace/patio
Driveway to our cabin
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Franklin, NC
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Factory
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mill Creek Country Club
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!

A beautiful cottage nestled in the hills of Franklin, NC and the Nantahala National Forest, the road to our stone cottage is an easy drive and offers a quiet retreat where you can sit outside and enjoy a variety of birds including hummingbirds and red cardinals. We are are also conveniently located near all essential stores, restaurants, the Smoky Mountain Performing Arts Center, the Factory (family fun), a movie theatre, and is just 3 miles from downtown Franklin where you can stroll down Main Street and visit the wonderful shops. Visit the Franklin Chamber of Commerce link below for a calendar of local events and other useful information.

Our rustic cottage is unique with artistic stonework throughout, use of reclaimed barnwood, stone shower, clawfoot tub, and a modern kitchen. You will love this sweet cottage!

We have a bedroom on each floor, each with a queen bed. There is also an upstairs loft with a desk. An air mattress is provided for the loft area. Sleeps a total of 5-6. The downstairs bathroom has a one-of-kind vanity and vintage clawfoot tub and the upstairs bathroom has a one-of-a-kind stone shower, vanity & mirror. All towels and linens provided, including a hair dryer and magnifying mirror.

There are LED TVs with satellite TV in the living room and each bedroom. WiFi is also provided.

The wonderful kitchen has all necessary appliances - stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher. A toaster oven, coffee maker, all dishes, silverware, and cooking utensils are also provided.

You will enjoy this wonderful small town. Please come and visit soon.

Property manager

Jorge and Sharalea Andrade

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
Security deposit will be refunded if no damage or loss occurs within 7 days of departure

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in the mountains. The Factory and Franklin Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park. Andy's Trout Farm and Highlands Aerial 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

  • Whistle Stop Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Factory - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mill Creek Country Club - 13 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Asian King Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Whistle Stop Mall and The Factory. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

roy e.

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

Very Good Location

Good location close to town yet private.We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great place close to Franklin

Loved our time here. Place was exactly as described, loved the wood touches the pupil the house
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

The cottage was perfect and very comfortable! It had everything we needed. Will do it again!

The property is well kept, convenient to shopping and entertainment, but secluded enough to have privacy. We visited over Thanksgiving, found plenty to do in town and at the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

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

Wisconsin family

We really enjoyed our stay! Great cottage and well stocked. It had everything we needed. We would totally recommend this place to family and friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Great place in the mountains!

The cabin was spacious and fully equipped (right down to the bamboo skewers in the kitchen drawer)! Very quiet and peaceful yet only a couple miles to restaurants and grocery store. We loved our time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Wonderful!

Property was easy to find, close to Franklin but secluded from noise pollution. Cabin was well decorated, clean and in overall excellent condition. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Karen B.

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

North Carolina get-a-way

The cottage was in the perfect tucked away spot with wonderful access to hiking and waterfalls in the Nantahala Forest. It was super clean and organized. We had everything we needed. The only suggestion we had was to replace the mattress upstairs. Sharalea and Jorge had great instructions for check in and it was so easy. They were also very available for any of our questions and concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxie R.

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

Gotta love this cottage

Is there anything HIGHER than 5 STARS? We already booked for the FALL!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn S., West Palm Beach, FL

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

Great Stay

Home is clean & very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. Owner was kind & provided great communication when needed. Your within 30 minutes to many waterfalls & small towns as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Quaint Cabin

Cute, rustic place tucked away in the mountains. We really enjoyed the fireplace during the cooler nights. Not far from stores and restaurants it was a quick drive for anything we needed. Hosts were receptive and we would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

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

Cozy place

We really enjoyed the stay! Going in at dark was interesting . I was no way ready to leave!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri K., Winterville

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

Cute cottage

Spent a long weekend. Conveniently located near Franklin but felt like it was in the middle of the woods. Nice, clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

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

Loved the cottage

The cottage was just as pictured. Check-in was easy. We spent 3 days relaxing and enjoying the birds, squirrels and resident chipmunk. Didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

paula w.

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

Awesome

Came to see the leaves changing colors. Awesome property, really nice. Close to everything, would recommend this to all my friends!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Charming Cottage

We spent Thanksgiving week at this charming cottage and really enjoyed the experience. Great place to unwind while maintaining connections to the internet and broadcast TV. Our hosts were very responsive and accommodating to our special requests. The home was clean and comfortable, well stocked, and met all of our needs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

It’s everything you would hope for!!!

Tranquility and close to what ever you want. So thankful for this cottage. Great for the fall colors and Franklin is an interesting place to discover. Your host is the best, anything you might need they are there quickly
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kennon B.

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

Beautiful & quiet location

This cabin is perfect for us. It’s nestled close to downtown Franklin, it’s quiet, and it allows you to just enjoy time together. Play a quick game of cards, have a fire inside or out, take a quick trip to the Greenway trail. We’ve stayed here multiple times and will continue to try and stay here when we’re in the area. We’d highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Jamie D.

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

Cabin

Nice cabin . Had everything we needed. Window AC units are only in the bedrooms, this was the only down side. The bedrooms, living room and kitchen got warm during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilya S.

Awesome cottage and great location

We had a great vacation in the Smokey Mountains. Perfect location for motorcycling and the cottage had everything we needed. The two window A/C units kept the place cool. WIFI was good and could stream Netflix no problem. Many household things provided which was unexpected. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Amazing!

We loved our time at the Stone cottage! It was a perfect mountain get away! Sharalea was so responsive and helpful with any questions! It is a perfect distance to town and Only a short drive from many other destinations (hikes, waterfalls, and the Highlands!) Will definitely be back! Thank you for such a great weekend! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Rachel H.

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

Cozy Cottage

My husband and I enjoyed out stay at the Stone Cottage. It was centrally located to the places we visited each day. The drive to Highlands from Franklin was beautiful with a nice stop at Dry Falls along the way. We chose to sleep in the cozy upstairs bedroom next to the shower bathroom. We enjoyed using the fire pit several times. It was also nice to have the carport picnic table to sit at on one drizzly morning still allowing us to enjoy nature with our morning beverages and breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Venice, FL

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

Centrally located for day trips

Beautiful interior, Galley Kitchen fully stocked with pans, dishes and kitchen equipment. It was nice to have extra spices to use. Quiet road and able to walk safely. Short steep driveway that ends flat at front door. Only thing missing was a screened porch to keep the bugs away while sitting outdoors. We used campfire area and having wood provided was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Wonderful Visit

We had a wonderful visit at the Stone Cottage Retreat. Stayed just over a week while making day trips around NC, GA & TN. We missed SC this time. Was a great place to celebrate our 35th Wedding Anniversary. Also a great location to just relax and unwind. There are neighbors there but we never heard anything from them other than a little barking when we first arrived. The check in process did un-nerve me a little but we handled that through a phone call with the owner and an e-mail. Thinking about when we can do this again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Jillleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stone cottage

No one could sleep in the room downstairs due to a dehumidifier going on and off with no door to block the noise. The TV upstairs didn't work. I wish there had been a heater upstairs because I didn't feel good about leaving the gas fireplace on all night.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi N.

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

Great family stay

We had an excellent stay at stone cottage retreat. We have stayed in numerous VRBO properties over the past 14 or so years, and this is by far the most well stocked one we’ve stayed in. When they say they have everything you need, they literally do! I brought things with us because I was accustomed to having to do so for the other properties we’ve stayed at before, who would have the basics, but usually be missing some things I needed. I didn’t need anything here, including the cooking spray I brought. I did bring my own crockpot and no clue if they have one; I used mine bc I know how it cooks. Communication with the owners was excellent and I knew exactly how to get in touch if we had an issue, which we didn’t. The cabin is very comfortable, the beds were very comfortable, everything was very clean, and we couldn’t have been more pleased. It’s easy to get to and convenient to travel to other areas! We definitely plan to book stone cottage retreat again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jorge and Sharalea Andrade

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Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property as soon as we saw it. From its beautiful use of stone, reclaimed barnwood, open living space, unique bathrooms, beautiful kitchen, we wanted this to be our retreat. We hope those who visit will love it as much as we do.

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English
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