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Creekside Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!

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Space and privacy await your arrival!
What's better than a nighttime bonfire by the water?!
Private hot tub and 3 decks surrounded by the beautiful stream
Whether in the hot tub or next to the fire, nighttime is magical here!
Yes, this is as great as it looks!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8255.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Mill Creek Country Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Nantahala River
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Family Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Creekside Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!

4 wheel drive never needed!! Come, enjoy total privacy, including no contact self check-in, at this immaculate river front home.

***If your group needs additional accommodations please view our other vacation rental just 3 doors down at VRBO # 1110772***

Escape to this spacious home with creek side hot tub! We hope you’ll love the charm of this home as much as we do. Originally built in the early 1900’s as a 3 room cabin, those 3 rooms remain with the original hardwood floors, tongue and groove paneling, and original interior doors. With the additions (both up and out!) and renovations, it is ready for your family and friends to enjoy! Located on Wayah Creek, just 5 miles from scenic Wayah Bald and the Appalachian Trail, this home will exceed your expectations for comfort, convenience and relaxation. Enjoy lazy days and star lit nights lounging in the 6 person Hot Springs Grande hot tub overlooking the water or walk across our bridge for a hike into the Nantahala National Forest! Make this home base for all there is to discover in gorgeous Western North Carolina, from bountiful waterfalls and white water rafting to gem mining and everything in between! Trailer your boat and visit some of the beautiful mountain lakes in the area....Lake Nantahala is a beautiful 10 mile drive away. And don't forget your fishing poles!!!

Inside the home, you’ll experience the creature comforts of Starlink High Speed WiFi as well as Dish TV programming on our 3 new wall mounted large televisions. Our completely renovated open kitchen with state of the art gas range will please the finest chef in your group! The large pantry has plenty of space for all your groceries and the cabinets are stocked with pots, pans, gadgets and even a crockpot (did someone say boiled peanuts?!). Gather around our bar made from a 100 year old Poplar Tree or relax in the overstuffed chairs in the river room as you listen to the soothing sounds of the rushing creek. In the winter, keep yourself toasty beside the wood burning fireplace. Enjoy the warmth of the heated marble floors in the foyer and upstairs bath!

There’s plenty of space for everyone to spread out with one bedroom on the main level with a queen bed and wide screen television adjacent to a newly renovated tile bathroom with walk in shower. Two oversized bedrooms are located upstairs. Behind beautiful sliding barn doors is a large family bedroom with one queen bed and 2 twin beds plus a large walk-in closet. The Master bedroom has a king bed overlooking the river and large sitting area with sofa, 2 chairs, and a wall mounted TV for enjoying from the bed or sitting area. There is a private balcony off the Master bedroom for soaking in the sights and sounds of the water below. The 2 upstairs bedrooms shared a large bathroom with heated marble floors and heated towel rack to knock the chill off on even the coldest winter mornings! The bathroom has an inviting slipper tub for long soaks or quick dips! If showering is your preference, the downstairs bath will meet your needs!

Gather around our beautiful handmade wood dining table in the river room for meals and game nights! Or enjoy time together on the creek side deck with picnic table and rocking chairs. The laundry room with new washer and dryer is also on the main level so you can pack light and go home with clean clothes!

Conveniently located on Wayah Road, also known as The Mountain Waters Scenic Byway, a paved road, the home is easily accessible even during inclement weather. We're just far enough out of downtown Franklin (8 miles) to be secluded yet we're right on the way to so many mountain adventures! Franklin/Macon County has 16 local waterfalls, world renown gem mining, and numerous hiking and biking trails including the Appalachian Trail and Bartram Trail. Grocery shopping and restaurants are less than 10 minutes away. A quick 15 minutes to downtown Franklin, you'll find antique shops, local crafts, restaurants, entertainment and locally owned Micro Breweries.

We are ensuring the health and well being of each guest by following CDC guidelines to thoroughly disinfect and sanitize with an EPA Approved Disinfectant all hard surfaces, door knobs, remote controls, faucets, cabinet pulls and other areas in order to protect against COVID 19. In fact, all those measures were part of our regular cleaning long before this crisis! Rest assured, unlike a hotel or resort, this is our personal home and we take pride in our high standard of hygiene for ourselves and our guests.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 twin beds for children and a pack 'n play
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Events

No events allowed
Excessive noise or large groups prohibited
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking in the home!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return both keys to the lockbox to avoid the lost key charge!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The 2 twin beds are for children and are not to be pushed together! Moving of beds or other furnishings will result in forfeiture of security deposit.
Violation of our no pet policy will result in immediate forfeiture of any remaining nights and you will be requested to vacate the home immediately.

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
Note from host: Excessive noise or large groups 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parker Meadows Park and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. 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

  • Mill Creek Country Club - 15 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Wayah Bald Lookout - 21 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Nantahala Lake - 24 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Nantahala River - 27 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 52 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duffell Hideaway - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Parker Palace - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪todds store - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪John Smith Adventures - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Creekside Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Creekside Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Creekside Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Creekside Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wilson Lick Ranger Station and Parker Meadows Park. Wayah Bald Lookout and Franklin Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property was amazing! My family really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed at this big cabin and the views are spectacular! There was plenty of room for 4 of us. The creek is lovely and peaceful. Beautiful bonfire pits! The hot tub is nice and in good working order. The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of room for cooking. Would gladly stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Martha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with everything needed for our stay. Beds were comfy too. The only negative (which wasn’t a big one) is that the lights under the bridge and in the upper fire pit area didn’t work.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house and creek! Owner was very helpful with all of our needs with immediate response.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best trip!!! Beautiful and clean and perfect!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for a 3 generation stay. The creek was great for the kids to play in and explore. Owner provided tons of information and we loved finding the waterfall and swimming hole within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great time by the stream

Our family loved this indoor / outdoor stay by the stream in the mountains. We stayed busy with things to do around the property and it was close enough to town in case we needed to leave the private natural setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat for our family! The house is huge and very comfortable, and the surroundings are gorgeous. Feels very secluded, but only a short drive to town. Comfortable with our 3 month old, and our 9 year old spent most of her time exploring the creek. We can’t wait to come back. It is a magical place! Kathy was easy to reach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carley M.

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

A little piece of heaven

Beautiful property! Pictures dont do it justice. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 had a wonderful 6 night stay. Check in/check out was a breeze. Our kids enjoyed fishing in the creek although they never got a bite. The house was clean. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was great for making meals. I enjoyed my coffee in every seating area each morning. We were close to many fun adventures and always looked forward to a relaxing evening at the house. Kathy was a wonderful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Amazing place

This place was amazing. The creek running through the property is awesome. The bridge ro cross to.the fire pits is what sets this spot in a place of its own. We are already planning another trip. Super large bedrooms and the tub upstairs is great for a relaxing bath.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house and property are stunning. We had a wonderful stay. We had a small issue at check in and the owner (and her crew) were quick to resolve it. Great communication with the owner. My family and our friends spent the majority of our stay at the house because there was a lot to do onsite (including reading, cooking, hiking, playing in the creek, fire pit, hot tub, relaxing). However, we did spend a day in downtown Franklin and had fun. I have no doubt that my family and I will return. Thanks, Kathy, for sharing your amazing rental with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethanne M.

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

Gorgeous home, Gorgeous location!

Restful, relaxing, cozy - exactly what we wanted!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

Perfect Place

Beautiful property, perfect for a family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Amazing property

The pictures on vrbo were great but didnt do this place justice, it was even better than it looks online. One of the best properties we have ever stayed at. My wife and I had one of the most relaxing weekends ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Comfort

We had 6 with us and we were all very comfortable and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Very Relaxing!

We were looking to relax over the holidays, and this was the place for it. The house was roomy and well decorated and had everything we needed. The creek that runs through the property provided "white noise" that allowed us to sit back and enjoy our time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Creekside & Comfortable

Loved being on the creek, good access to Franklin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia F.

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

Weekend Getaway

We came here for a short get away with our two young kids. We absolutely loved everything about the location and the home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April E.

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

Amazing Creek!

We loved the creek behind the house. There were so many beautiful flowers. (Watch out for bees!) The kids were able to catch salamanders and crawdads. The firepit by the creek is in a perfect location. The smoke even seems to naturally blow away from the hillside, so you can sit by the fire without smoke going in your face. The kitchen provided metal wire marshmallow roasting sticks (very helpful). The hot tub was clean and in great condition. There is a great waterfall hike up the road. Pulling out of the driveway on a blind curve is a bit scary. It's a good idea to pull out forward. The view from the master bedroom is stunning. You can sit on any of the decks to drink coffee during the crisp, cool mornings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

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

Peaceful creek

The property is amazing! Sitting by creek is so peaceful! The house is clean and very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald A.

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

Franklin NC

Very nice . Would love to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Soe Ka Mor K.

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

Amazing location. Secluded and private.

Lovely secluded location yet only 15 min from the main road to stock up. My family loves it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

walter s.

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

Was a beautiful home and enjoyed our stay very much.

The place was amazing and very nice landscape. We had a great time riding forest service roads and trilliums were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Great place to create memories!

Fantabulous time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Reynolds

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Hi! Thanks for viewing our property! We love the mountains, particularly Western North Carolina! There's such a variety of things to do...truly something for everyone and the climate is ideal! We actually have 3 vacation rental homes in the area- one is just 3 doors down also on the stream - VRBO #1110772 as well as another 11 miles away on Lake Nantahala, VRBO # 9453752. Additionally, we have 2 vacation homes in the Florida Keys (VRBO #1027392 and VRBO # 2413494) and another on a beautiful lake in Central Florida, VRBO #1090075.
Check out all our 5 Star reviews then visit one - or all!!!
Happy Vacationing!
Kathy Owen

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