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Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11

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Franklin Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 2,044 Sq Ft | Stairs Required to Access
Deck | Outdoor Dining Area | Gas Grill
Fire Pit (Wood Not Provided)
Exterior | Forest Views
Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C | 1st Floor

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Tessentee Bottomland Preserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Bunk Room)

+1
5 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11

10 Mi to Dtwn Franklin | 11 Mi to AT Access

This gated Blue Ridge retreat sleeps 11 across 4 bedrooms (Cal-king, 2 queens, 5-twin bunk room) and 2 full baths. Cook for the crew in a full kitchen, warm up by the gas fireplace, soak in the jetted tub, and stream on fast Starlink wifi. Washer/dryer, decks with mountain views, and a fire pit for starry nights. Easy, keyless self check-in and free parking for 8+ vehicles. Downtown Franklin, waterfalls, trails, and rafting are all minutes away!

-- THE PROPERTY --

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck, outdoor dining set, gas grill
- Rocking chairs, picnic table, backyard
- Fire pit (wood not provided), forest views

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV, fireplace, dining table
- Board games & books, soaker tub
- Washer & dryer
- Central heating & A/C

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven
- Microwave, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker
- Toaster, Crockpot, coffee & tea, snacks
- Cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware
- Trash bags & paper towels, high chair

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 3 steps for entry
- Handrail available, exterior stairs may be slippery in rain or snow
- 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms on 1st floor

PARKING
- Garage (1 vehicle)
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Near the Nantahala National Forest with scenic forest views
- 2 miles to Bartram Trailhead & Primitive Outback Kayaking & Gem Mining
- 10 miles to downtown Franklin shopping, restaurants, museums & breweries
- 11 miles to Highlands Aerial Park & Appalachian Trail access via Ball Creek Trailhead Parking
- 15 miles to Rose Creek Mine
- 27 miles to Lake Glenville
- 29 miles to Appalachian Trail in Georgia
- 34 miles to Sapphire Valley Resort
- 44 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Due to the location in a mountain community, there is no trash service available. Guests will need to take their trash to a local refuse center
- Firewood is not provided for the fire pit; guests must bring their own

SECURITY CAMERA INFORMATION
- 3 exterior devices
- Location: doorbell, front door, driveway
- Coverage: front entry, driveway

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9870354
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

About the area

Otto

Otto is home to this holiday home. Whistle Stop Mall and Osage Farm are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Tessentee Bottomland Preserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 41 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 43 min drive - 61.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 52 min drive - 70.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 60 min drive - 81.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Las Barricas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Hound Barbecue - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Thai Paradise - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cupboard Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11?

As of 22 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11 on 7 December 2026 start from NZ$2,201, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11 located?

This family-friendly Otto holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Doty Christmas

We chose this property for the location & size. We were very pleased with everything. We rate it 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

This was the perfect house for our family vacation. There is plenty of room to accommodate everyone. We will be choosing this house again. The upper driveway is steep but there is plenty of parking on the lower driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a great mountain getaway

This property is wonderful it’s inside a gated community and beautiful. It comes stocked with everything you need for a quick weekend or a month. Was very accommodating with an early check in. Check out was a breeze. Thank you for being such great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Franklin stay

The TV setup was not great. But, durable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good except the oven did not work on Bake, but did work on broil and so made it a little difficult to cook anything in the oven
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

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