Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

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Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!

‘Buck Mountain Escape’ | Multi-Level Furnished Deck w/ Grill | 5 Mi to Main Street Shops & Restaurants

Endless outdoor recreation awaits at this picturesque 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental in Franklin, NC. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Nantahala National Forest, this home offers easy access to trails, tubing, and more! Hit the slopes at Ski Sapphire Valley or go on a rafting adventure before returning home for a round of pool by the fire!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Basement: 1 sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 2 queen air mattresses

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Multi-level deck w/ outdoor dining table & grill
- Adirondack chairs & rocking chairs
- Corn hole

INDOOR LIVING
- 4 flat-screen TVs, books, stereo
- 2 fireplaces
- High-top table, dining table

GAME ROOM
- Flat-screen TV
- Pool table
- Fireplace

KITCHEN
- Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances
- Drip coffee maker, Keurig, slow cooker
- Spices, dishware & flatware
- Island w/ seating

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C, ceiling fans
- Washer & dryer, iron/board
- Linens, towels, hair dryer

FAQ
- Limited WiFi

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 5 steps to enter

PARKING
- Garage (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Easy access to tubing, hiking, & ziplining in Great Smoky Mountains National Park & Nantahala National Forest
- 4 miles to Rose Creek Mine
- 14 miles to Cullasaja Falls
- 23 miles to The Pines Recreation Area
- 32 miles to Bryson City
- 71 miles to Asheville Regional Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- WiFi is available, but due to the property's remote location, the connection may be intermittent
- This 2-story home requires 5 steps to enter

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

3BR Franklin House W/multiple Decks Mtn Views

3BR House W/multiple Decks Mtn Views

3BR Franklin W/multiple Decks Mtn Views

3BR W/multiple Decks Mtn Views

3BR Wmultiple Decks Mtn Views

3BR Franklin House W/multiple Decks Mtn Views!

'buck Mountain Escape' w/ 2 Decks & Smoky Mtn View Franklin

273319

About the neighborhood

Franklin, North Carolina

What's nearby

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Gold City Gem Mine - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Rose Creek Mine - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
Mason Mountain Mine - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 15 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Caffe Rel - ‬9 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! located?

This family-friendly Franklin vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Mason Mountain Mine are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

This home is in a great location, beautiful views! The home was very clean and stocked with amenities. We would love to rent again if in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

This property was really nice. The view was so pretty. We had a couple issues checking in, but the owner Jeanette was very responsive and had this solved quickly. She even bought us pizza for dinner that first night. I would recommend this property highly.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

We came to the property at the last minute for ours sons 9th birthday after our first cabin was canceled due to the Winter storm. The location was great for sledding right on the property, which is why we booked it. Turned out to be just as we expected. The house had all you needed. Nice soft beds. Great pull out sofa in game room. Only complaint would be The kitchen only had one pot and a few pans, but we made due with bowls in the microwave to cook.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

It was everything we were looking for, great views fully loaded kitchen, good beds. And it was close to town for anything u might have forgotten.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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10/10

Beautiful home and Beautiful views. Clean home. Wasn't crazy about the driveway but, have seen worse. Very comfortable place and had everything we needed. Definitely would recommend to stay there and would stay again.

8/10

Good location ,30 min drive to high elevation & water fall. clean property & well maintained.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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2/10

We reached late at night on 26th, and when I woke up in the morning, I felt itchy on hands and legs. We suspected bed bugs and because we were planning to stay for 4 nights, we did not want to take any risks sleeping there again and so we checked out of the property on 27th itself. The location is amazing but the house needs some work. There was an uncomfortable smell in the basement. Only one front gas burner works. The 2nd bathroom is very small, we could not even fit in the shower. Overall, we felt it was not worth a stay for the price.

10/10

House was really nice, and the view was exceptional. Dining on the outdoor upper deck was really pleasant. The master bedroom was spacious and comfortable as well as pretty. Pool table was a nice plus. My family enjoyed the stay in this beautiful home!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10

Jeanette was awesome when we call with an issue! I highly recommend this property! Love the locations out of town but only 3-4 miles!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

Love this place

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Great and clean property. Very nice appliances, new grill and kitchen was well stocked with all the dishes and cookware needed. Listing stated lock box with key however you actually use a code to enter the garage.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Beautiful home with gorgeous mountain views. Kitchen was well-equipped, the house was immaculately clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The property owner/manager provided quick responses to questions. We were within a short drive to grocery stores and restaurants (most of which are offering takeout during the pandemic). We greatly enjoyed the decks and rocking chairs, but sadly didn’t have a chance to play pool or ping pong. The house was in a quiet, peaceful location that wasn’t crowded or touristy and was only about a 30-minute drive through beautiful countryside to the areas we wanted to hike, view waterfalls, or go zip lining. Would highly recommend this vacation home!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

Excellent!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

The location was central to everything we wanted. Easy to find, private but not isolated. Clean and up to date furnishings. Great communication with owner/manager. Actually it was more than we expected. Will definitely stay there again when in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

6/10

The house was very pretty and a great space for my family however the internet was extremely slow (forget watching Netflix) and also the cable channel selection was terrible, basically local channels only. The owner was very kind and offered to call Dish but it didn't really help. If you're looking for a great place and don't need fast internet or good TV selection (it rained all weekend for us) for relaxation, this is a great place but if those things are typically a part of your vacation, I would skip this rental. :(

10/10

Happy with the place. We also liked how close it was to town.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

We will book this for our next trip to the area. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

2/10

Although the cabin was nice and the view was awesome, the cleanliness and service was awful. The cabin looked liked it hadn't been cleaned in awhile with layers of dust on the blinds and the bugs were really bad. WE FOUND A BLACK WIDOW SPIDER ALIVE IN OUR BEDROOM! The TV service was turned off. Called the owner of the property and she is still to call me back. No wash clothes to bath with. The towels stunk. We have stayed in many cabins in our time from Blue Ridge to Franklin. This one definitely is at the bottom of our list. Would not rent it again myself.