A Wilderness Retreat Cottage In The Mountains Of Western N. Carolina

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5149 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum7 min drive
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts9 min drive
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine11 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

A WILDERNESS RETREAT is located in Franklin North Carolina. Franklin is in Western North Carolina surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest.
Franklin is well known for it’s gem mining and it’s natural beauty of it’s surrounding misty mountains. Well located, Franklin is right over Georgia’s state line and about an hour’s drive from Tennessee. There are numerous trails and natural attractions in Western North Carolina.

We have recently updated our cottage. We have painted and refreshed through out, with new bathrooms, the kitchen has new quartz countertop and stainless steel appliances. The basement bedroom has been redone and we have added a/c splits, all to help make your stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible.

Our town has plenty to keep you busy. There are various festivals and special events, along with local activities throughout the year. Additionally, there are numerous surrounding towns with their own style and charm. If you just want to relax, sit on our porch watch our beautiful sunsets, enjoy our fire pit, hear the rustle of the leaves, and admire the view and the sweet fresh mountain air.

We hope you take in the beauty of Franklin and enjoy your stay in the beautiful Nantahala wilderness.

Property manager

Susan Sanchez

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

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

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

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. Rose Creek Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 6 min drive
Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 7 min drive
Rose Creek Mine - 8 min drive
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min drive
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 11 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 6 min drive
Caffe Rel - 6 min drive
KFC - 9 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 8 min drive
Currahee Brewing Company - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Wilderness Retreat Cottage In The Mountains Of Western N. Carolina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Wilderness Retreat Cottage In The Mountains Of Western N. Carolina?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Wilderness Retreat Cottage In The Mountains Of Western N. Carolina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Wilderness Retreat Cottage In The Mountains Of Western N. Carolina located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Angel Medical Center and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

deborah t.

2 December 2023

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

Debbie T

Third time staying and it is just perfect!!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

13 July 2023

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

Peaceful and beautiful

We had a wonderful stay. We spent hours, almost every night, sitting on the deck watching lightning bugs and listening to crickets, frogs, and an occasional elk. It was just what I needed to unwind and relax. The cottage itself is roomy and beautifully furnished. We were especially impressed with the kitchen, with all the appliances, utensils, and dishes one might need to feed a large group. Our host Susana was very friendly, helpful, and responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay. I would definitely stay here again the next time I'm in the area!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britt G.

5 July 2023

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

Great stay in Franklin

Wonderful stay. House was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. We cook in a lot on vacation and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking. We would definitely come again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walt L.

22 June 2023

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

Exactly as described, nice location

This perfect for us (2 older couples). We really enjoyed our stay. We were on 2 trikes so carport was perfect. Thankyou.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey J.

3 December 2022

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

Great cabin for a family of 5

We were very happy with our stay here. The owner was very communicative and check-in was a breeze. The cabin lists three bedrooms but we found that the den could also be used as a fourth and be shut away with the downstairs bathroom for someone that wanted more privacy. The cabin is also very close to town, which has a Walmart and a variety of good restaurants. The cabin was clean and stocked with the all of the basics. Overall, we were very happy with our stay and would definitely book this cabin again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Susan Sanchez

We have a fun cottage in the woods just a couple of miles from the center of Franklin. We love the beautiful wilderness that surrounds our home and also the ability of going into town within a 5 min drive. Franklin has a lovely Greenway for taking a nice walk or bike ride by the river. The downtown area has cute shops with fun antiques and wonderful eateries.

Why they chose this property

We are in a quiet community with lovely homes yet we are surrounded by beautiful trees. We are a 5 min drive to the center of town. Our town has lovely antique stores and yummy eateries.

What makes this property unique

Franklin is unique in that it is the Gem capital of the world. People come from across the nation to enjoy our gen mining and the Gem Mining Festivals. We are also centrally located in the western part of the state of North Carolina. We are a short drive to Highlands, Waynesville, Cherokee and and Asheville.