River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6122.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
‪12 min drive‬
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
‪14 min drive‬
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A Great Riverbend Escape has a nature trail 1/4 mile hike to the river to picnic, fish or just watch the world go by to relax--or you can drive to the river. If you are adventurous bring your own kayak/canoe/life vests and drive it to the river to put in and cruise down the scenic Little Tennessee River. This Property is located 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin and is an official Appalachian Trail-friendly destination. The Franklin area is rich in gems and minerals and is known locally as the "Gem Capital of The World"; gem mine is located 2 miles away. Close to Nantahala Outdoor center for rafting and zip lines. Close to town but feels like you are in the Nantahala National Forest. Also, check out our Great Lake Escape Rental Cabin on Lake Nantahala #135801 WE HAVE AN OUTDOOR CAMERA TO MONITOR IF MORE THAN 6 GUEST, PETS, OR PARTIES ARE OCCURING. READ HOUSE RULES--GUESTS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A CONTRACT AND GIVE PHOTO ID

Property manager

Cherisse

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We depend on our guests taking care of the property. We do not charge a cleaning fee; house is returned in the condition it was received.

. Otherwise fees for damage or excess cleaning will be taken out of the security deposit. Will need copy of drivers license & signed rental contract

NO PARTIES, YOU WILL BE IMMEDIATELY EVICTED, THE POLICE WILL BE NOTIFIED AND YOU WILL LOSE YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT. MUST BE 25 YEARS OLD TO RENT HOUSE

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Franklin is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve, while Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, NC

What's nearby

Mason Mountain Mine - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Rose Creek Mine - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 21 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Caffe Rel - ‬9 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Access and just 3.5 miles from Downtown Franklin located?

Situated in Franklin, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rose Creek Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine. Mason Mountain Mine and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

2 Sept 2024

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

Sisters' getaway

Wonderful accommodations & close to family. Will recommend this property to other family members.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAM C.

23 Oct 2023

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

GREAT PLACE

This place is very nice, I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jen D.

12 Dec 2024

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

Needs a new master bed.

The location is quiet and beautiful. The house is nice and the host was fine, but the bed was horrible. My husband and I ended up sleeping on the couches because of the bed.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

1 Aug 2024

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

Great mountain escape

This property is an excellent find. Everything was as advertised. The location was quiet but convenient for many of the activities in the area. Our family had a great stay. We just wish we had more time off for this vacation!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

23 July 2024

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

Beautiful home.

Beautiful home. Fabulous host, easy to contact. Will definitely book again

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley N.

14 Nov 2024

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

Comfortable Place to Sleep

We didn't spend a lot of time at this property because we were in town to see family. It was perfectly adequate for our needs and provided a very comfortable place to sleep. Cherisse was very communicative and made sure we had everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie E.

18 July 2023

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay and would book again. The cabin was spotless and in a great location. The owner was super responsive and made the experience a great one.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful time

Every thing you need,great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

1 July 2023

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

Everything was great!

Great private place to stay with short walk to river. Cabin was clean and comfortable 😊 good times!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

19 Feb 2023

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

We loved this property!

Everything was just as advertised on VRBO.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

27 Apr 2023

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

Great convenient place!

Convenient to waterfalls! Clean and the mattresses are amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

13 Dec 2023

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

Happy and Healthy

So nice to have a place to stay when visiting my family, where I know my kids are safe and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline s.

21 Nov 2022

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

This was a great place to stay the host cherisse was always couteous and helpful. Great location .

Amazing!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Nichole K.

19 Sept 2024

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

Good for a short stay

The property was clean. It could use some updating. The beds were older and so was the towels and furniture. Its ok for a short stay but it also has no internet.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika L.

25 May 2021

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

Great place!

We very much enjoyed our short stay at Cherisse’s house. The house was extremely clean and very comfortable for our family of 5. We are looking forward to coming back!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

1 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful cabin

This was so beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. Spacious. Enjoyed our stay

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

30 May 2024

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

Lovely Private Cabin

My family and I had an amazing time, and the cabin was everything we could have asked for. It was clean, comfy, and private. Yet, it was close enough to downtown Franklin and many of the natural attractions. Cherisse was a wonderful host, who communicates very clearly, and answers any questions. I highly recommend this place, and look forward to coming back soon.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly N.

12 Apr 2024

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

Fantastic Franklin

The lovely 3-2 house as just perfect for my stay. It was located near my the place I needed to be. The owner was very organized and the house was immaculate. I would highly recommend this home.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

20 Oct 2023

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

October Stay in Franklin NC

We needed a place to stay for the weekend that had 3 bedrooms. This location was the perfect size and only 13 minute drive from where we spending our days. The leaves were starting to change which was nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharie Q.

7 Sept 2023

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

Labor Day Getaway

Our family had a great time for Labor Day weekend. The house was perfect for our family of 5. It was super clean and we had everything we needed. We enjoyed walking down to the river. Thank you for a great stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

3 Nov 2023

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

Cabin

Cherisse has a beautiful cabin. Always well stocked. We enjoy our stay there as always. Couldn’t find a better host. Top notch

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Standra S., West Plains

16 May 2023

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

Love it!

The host was very accommodating, and its a great place to relax & just hang out. I love that it was hidden away from everything.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Landon M.

30 Jan 2025

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

A Completely Sterling Experience

I can't say enough kind things about Cherisse and this location just outside of Franklin. We had a lovely time, the property was remote enough that we were never troubled by light, noise, or neighbors (although the neighbors I saw on my morning walks were also lovely and very conversational), but close enough to town that we had more than everything we needed at our fingertips at all times. Amenities and beds inside the house were more than sufficient, and I am particularly grateful for the supply of coffee I found in the kitchen. Check-in was easy peasy, with thorough and thoughtful instructions front and center on the counter. Check-out - equally frustration free. My girlfriend very much appreciated the small honey bottle - the bear is already placed with care above our photos in the dining room. Book with confidence - Cherisse will have your back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

wanda d.

7 June 2023

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

Cabin in the woods

We had such a wonderful time. All surroundings are just breath taking. Close to everything. What an awesome time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

bart b.

20 Apr 2023

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

Nice place. Will stay again

Nice clean home in a quiet neighborhood minutes from anywhere in Franklin. No issues whatsoever, other than maybe that there is construction going on along the nature trail to the river, so the trail is muddy and ugly at the moment.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cherisse

I am a physical therapist that has lived in Franklin, NC for 33 years. I also have a vacation rental cabin on Lake Nantahal #135801

Why they chose this property

This property is a wonderful escape from your busy life. You will feel you are located in the forest, yet close to town and all the amenities of activities, restaurants, local breweries, and festivals.

What makes this property unique

River access to fish, picnic, or just go for a hike down the nature trail. If adventurous bring your kayak/canoe and put in and go for a scenic ride down the river.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property