10/10 Excellent
Jody W.
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getawat
Jody W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy access!
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10 out of 10
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m
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Explore the area
Franklin, NC
- Cullasaja Falls7 min drive
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts14 min drive
- Dry Falls16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy access!
Newly remodeled private modern farmhouse with easy access, nestled amongst the trees in a quiet neighborhood with rocking chair front porch to sit and listen to the Cullasaja River and enjoy a cup of morning coffee! Also enjoy the serene outdoors right in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Franklin and Highlands/Cashiers. The waterfalls are a must see! This house sits right above the Cullasaja river so the sound of the rapids is in your back door! During the fall and winter you will have views of the river from the porch! We are just minutes from area attractions If you enjoy hiking, waterfalls, gem mining, snow tubing, rafting, fishing, riding motorcycles, and beautiful scenery this is the place for you!
We are centrally located between Franklin and Highlands/Cashiers. We are just minutes from Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. The closest grocery store is 6 minutes away. Downtown Franklin is 8 minutes away with shopping, eating, and breweries. We are just 45 minutes from the Cherokee casino and 10 minutes from the Smoky Mountain Performing Arts Center! There are a lot of hiking trails in the area as well. Standing Indian Trail Peak, Nantahala National Forest, Wayah Bald Fire Tower, and Bartram Trail just to name a few.
We offer a fully equipped kitchen should you choose to eat in or just relax and go downtown to grab something from one of the local restaurants and take a stroll through all of the quaint little shops!
We like to refer to this property as Turtle Haven. It is named in a tribute to our parents. My mom and dad called each other “Big Turtle” after my mom endured chemotherapy treatments and lost all of her hair. She would be in bed under the blankets and my dad said she looked like a turtle. From that day forward they called each other “Big Turtle” . This is our way of keeping their memory alive. We hope you make lots of memories here just as we have!
Come visit Franklin, NC and see why “life is better in the country” and where southern hospitality is a way of life!
***There is a security camera on the exterior of the house. No indoor cameras!!!
We are centrally located between Franklin and Highlands/Cashiers. We are just minutes from Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. The closest grocery store is 6 minutes away. Downtown Franklin is 8 minutes away with shopping, eating, and breweries. We are just 45 minutes from the Cherokee casino and 10 minutes from the Smoky Mountain Performing Arts Center! There are a lot of hiking trails in the area as well. Standing Indian Trail Peak, Nantahala National Forest, Wayah Bald Fire Tower, and Bartram Trail just to name a few.
We offer a fully equipped kitchen should you choose to eat in or just relax and go downtown to grab something from one of the local restaurants and take a stroll through all of the quaint little shops!
We like to refer to this property as Turtle Haven. It is named in a tribute to our parents. My mom and dad called each other “Big Turtle” after my mom endured chemotherapy treatments and lost all of her hair. She would be in bed under the blankets and my dad said she looked like a turtle. From that day forward they called each other “Big Turtle” . This is our way of keeping their memory alive. We hope you make lots of memories here just as we have!
Come visit Franklin, NC and see why “life is better in the country” and where southern hospitality is a way of life!
***There is a security camera on the exterior of the house. No indoor cameras!!!
Property manager
Selena Lisenbee
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 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
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Franklin
Located in Franklin, this holiday home is on a river. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Highlands Biological Station and Highlands Aerial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Franklin, NC
What's nearby
- Cullasaja Falls - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
- Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
- Dry Falls - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
- Lake Glenville - 29 min drive - 18.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Caffe Rel - 12 min drive
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 11 min drive
- Taco Bell - 10 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 13 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
Janet P.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Location Very Clean
Janet P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew W.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property
Andrew W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house!
Jennifer D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
lisa C.
20 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!!
lisa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heidi L.
2 Oct 2024
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Heidi L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mildred G.
29 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Mildred G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
jack c.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain getaway
jack c.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Quintessa B.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Quintessa B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jody S.
9 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Jody S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Vacation
Brian P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
17 Oct 2023
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Nancy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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Gina L.
5 June 2024
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Gina L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison L.
2 Nov 2022
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Cozy and Comfortable
Allison L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Selena Lisenbee
Hello, My husband Rodney and I will be your host during your stay. I grew up here on this very property which was once an apple orchard that our family owned and operated. Our grandparents lived in this very house. This property has been a part of our family for over 100 years. We couldn't bear the thoughts of selling out to someone else so we decided we would share it with you in hopes that you will create just many wonderful memories here as we have. We hope you enjoy your stay here and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out. Selena and Rodney
Why they chose this property
If you are looking for privacy and peaceful this is the place for you. You can sit on the front porch and listen to the rapids of the Cullasaja River while you have your morning coffee. You can also sit around the fire pit and enjoy the serene outdoors and soak in the mountain views. We are centrally located between Highlands/Cashiers and Downtown Franklin with lots of waterfalls in between.
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