Surrounded by towering trees and breathtaking views, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental is the ideal home base for your next Franklin adventure! With an open interior, hiking trails right outside the back door, and a secluded yard with no other houses in sight, you may never want to leave! Take your furry friend on a hike along the Appalachian Trail or head into town to learn about the area’s history. After a day of adventure, have a BBQ on the grill or roast marshmallows over the fire pit. -- THE PROPERTY -- Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Fire Pit | Gas Grill | Stainless Steel Appliances Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished porch, outdoor dining area, fenced-in yard, adjacent to bear sanctuary INDOOR LIVING: 1 Smart TV w/ satellite, 1 flat-screen TV w/ Roku, wood-burning fireplace, en-suite, walk-in closet KITCHEN: Central island w/ seating, dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C, electric heating, towels & linens, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, ceiling fans, hangers, trash bags & paper towels FAQ: Stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), limited cell service/limited WiFi, potential wildlife, firewood provided PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- AREA ATTRACTIONS: Scottish Tartans Museum (8 miles), Gem & Mineral Museum-Franklin (9 miles), Little Tennessee River Greenway (9 miles), Rose Creek Mine (13 miles), Sunset Rock - Highlands Cashiers Land Trust (28 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (36 miles) STUNNING VIEWS: Mooney Falls (15 miles), Bust Your Butt Falls (20 miles), Sequoyah Falls (25 miles), Pinky Falls (27 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (44 miles) TRAILS: Hiking Trails (on-site), Appalachian Trail (3 miles), Rufus Morgan Trail (10 miles), Standing Indian Mountain Peak, Nantahala National Forest (14 miles), Ranger Falls Loop Trail (23 miles), Tellico Gap (28 miles) AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (81 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (144 miles) -- 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 - Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ taxes & fees) - 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 - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access - NOTE: The property does have cell phone service and WiFi, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality - NOTE: Due to local wildlife, food and trash should not be left outdoors