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THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View

Franklin vacation home with kitchen

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Property grounds
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Dining
Interior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Harris Medical Park of Franklin
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Franklin

In Franklin .At this Franklin vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Harris Medical Park of Franklin. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Harris Medical Park of Franklin - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • The Factory - 7 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View

Hilltop Home nested in the trees with a beautiful view of the mountains & bird lovers paradise!
* Beautiful Mountain view
* Wide screened porch with rocking chairs
* Central AC & Cable Television
* Two bedrooms / Two bath
* Bedroom 1- Master- Guaranteed most comfortable bed in Franklin! Prana Sleep King bed.
* Bedroom 2- Single beds
* Extensive DVD Library & Board Games
* DISH Network Satellite TV
* WiFi throughout
* Central AC & Heating
* On a quiet mountain close to Main Street, Shops, Breweries, & Grocery
* Just 8 min to the base of Highlands Mtn!
* BBQ Grill
* DOWNSTAIRS OPTIONAL ADD ON- Downstairs room available to rent ONLY as an add-on to existing reservation making the total 3 bedroom 3 bath. Optional downstairs room includes a King Bed & 1 set of Bunk Beds.
* COVID 19 Update * We take your health and safety seriously. We now add a 48 hour block to the front and back of every stay to allow time for the property to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized by our cleaning crew.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

THE Bear DEN Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View
THE Bear DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View Franklin

Reviews

THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view is as advertised and the house is very well stocked. The host is very responsive and had helpful tips so that we enjoyed home even more. It’s very relaxing sitting on the screened porch in the rocking chairs. We will stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bear Den was so clean when we arrived. My adult daughter and I were both so impressed by how homey it felt. Warm and inviting. It was a rainy week while we were there and so pleasant to be in the house. Since it is pet friendly we thought there might be an odor but there wasn’t. We both enjoy cooking and were amazed by how well appointed the kitchen is. I have never stayed at a VRBO that was as well equipped. The screened porch is awesome. Such a wonderful spot to sit in nature with hot tea or coffee. The beds were comfortable too. Jenna was very helpful in getting into the house when we arrived. Apparently we didn’t read the details and were trying to enter incorrectly. She was helpful while planning our trip also. (Thank you!)There is just nothing negative to say. It was all good.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a sweet mountain home with comfortable beds, a cozy living room, clean bathrooms, a stocked kitchen, and an amazing view from the back porch! The driveway is super steep, but we got used to it and couldn’t beat the view it provided. Franklin is lovely and not far from many other mountain towns, waterfalls, and other adventures. We had our three kids with us (5, 9, and 11). The stairs had a latched gate, the porch was screened in, and there was plenty of space inside to play.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location in Flanklin to go anywhere in western NC. Open floor plan and a true homey feel. Kitchen complete for anything you need. Screened in front porch makes bird watching a perfect setting.
View of the mountains from the front porch.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

todd s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Didn't use fire place this time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John & Cecelia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed four weeks in July/Aug 2025 and enjoyed it immensely. Morning coffee on the porch watching the birds and enjoying the view. When family visited, there was so much to do that we stayed busy every day. Tubing, white water rafting, hiking, visiting waterfalls, shopping and just sitting on the porch. House has everything you need and the neighbors are friendly. Great stores and restaurants close by. We have already booked for next year.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It felt like home at the Bears Den. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Naples, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Always enjoy staying here.

This is the 4th time (I think) that we've chosen to stay here, because of the great location near town, while still being out in a woodsy area. Very comfortable inside and well equipped with the necessities.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Getaway

Easy to get to, clean and comfortable. Needs just a little more care to Older adults in the bath room with hand rails by the shower and toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROY M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded Haven

Very nice property with everything you need for your stay. Wonderful location, close enough to Franklin but yet secluded at the same time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to decompress

The place is well kept. It has everything you need while away from home. The kitchen is equipped with everything need to prepare any meal. We had excellent communication both before and during our stay with Jenna. Great view off of the completely screened front porch. Overall, our stay was excellent, if we find ourselves back in the Franklin area, we will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Getaway

Very comfortable and great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Holiday Stay at the Bear Den

This was our 2nd stay at the Bear Den. The house is cozy and very well appointed. The beds are the most comfortable we have ever slept on. The stay was a little to cool for much time on the porch, but we certainly enjoyed the fireplace! Convenient for Polar Express Train, Franklin and Dillaboro.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The property is well maintained and exceeds description! The master bed is amazing! Nothing negative to say. We had a great time, location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donny B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain retreat

Loved it. Great opportunity to recharge the batteries.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ida S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The location has an amazing view and the Bear Den is clean and inviting!

Great place, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary 41 years

Awesome! Perfect location several towns within driving distance. We went to the pumpkin roll festival in Franklin and the next day we went to a festival in Maggie valley. We visited Highlands, cashiers, Sylva, Waynesville and Maggie valley. The Bear den has the perfect view. So relaxing to sit on the porch in a rocking chair and enjoy the view. It never gets old. We would definitely go back and we highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Home

We loved the location close to everything yet very private with the most beautiful view of the mountains. We were there during the storms in western NC. We never lost power or the internet. Watching the TV of all the destruction news man said if you can see this you are among the few. It's our new favorite place to stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mladen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G., Murrieta, ca

Liked: Cleanliness

The Bear Den

This is a great place to charge your batteries. The bird feeder brings in Squirrels, and a huge variety of birds. We never turned on the TV. For 5 days and it was bliss.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne f.

Liked: Cleanliness

convenient

Everything we needed and more,quiet area,easy access to all of our favorite hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Naples, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

A comfortable place in a great location

This is the 3rd time staying here, and we enjoyed it like we have before. Very comfortable to stay here, with two nice recliners, so no arguments on who gets the "good one." :) Love the location that is close to town but off in a secluded woodsy area. Will try to come again next year, I'm sure.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway

The cabin is just as listed, perfectly close to town yet secluded! We enjoyed everything about the cabin and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view!

Very clean and furnished with EVERYTHING you might need. Single lane road proved challenging on one occasion when we came head to head with 2 other vehicles and a ditch on each side. Driveway near by enabled us to pull over a little…but not too far as backing down the driveway would be difficult. Driveway to our house was steep but much better. Good shopping and eating in town plus easy drive to Waynesville and Cherokee.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024