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Storybook Mountain Cottage – Romantic Cottage w/ Fire Pit & Private Porch

2.0 star property
Franklin vacation home with kitchen

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Smart TV, DVD player
Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 247 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheffield Mine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
    ‪15 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 Mason Mountain Mine. Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mason Mountain Mine - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Sheffield Mine - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 15 min drive - 9.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Currahee Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 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.

Storybook Mountain Cottage – Romantic Cottage w/ Fire Pit & Private Porch

“New storybook cottage in a quiet forest, just 7 mi from downtown Franklin. Cozy interior, porch, fire pit, great hikes (waterfalls & Bartram Trail), + top dining and wine bar nearby!”


Welcome to your charming mountain retreat! This brand-new, sunlit cottage sits just 7 miles (about a 13-minute drive) from the heart of downtown Franklin—close enough to enjoy local shops, top restaurants, and live music, yet nestled in a peaceful forest hideaway.

The Space

Bright, open-plan living area with cozy, rustic accents

Fully equipped galley-style kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast table

Cozy queen bedroom with plush linens and blackout shades

Contemporary bathroom with roomy walk-in shower

Smart TV, high-speed Wi‑Fi, and air conditioning

Outdoor Features

Private fire pit with Adirondack chairs—perfect for s’mores and stargazing

Sun-dappled front porch with comfortable seating, coffee table, and fan

Secluded forest setting with easy driveway parking

Nearby Attractions

Slanted Window Tasting Station — top-rated wine & bourbon bar with charcuterie, just minutes away

Rufus Morgan Falls Trail — a beautiful 60-ft waterfall, easy/moderate 1-mile round-trip hike

Bartram Trail to Jones Knob & Wayah Bald — top-rated Appalachian/Bartram Trail hikes near Franklin

Sliding Rock (Quarry Falls) — natural rock slide with a deep swimming pool

Dining & Entertainment

Slanted Window – 4.9★ wine tastings, sandwiches, charcuterie & live music

Gracious Plates on Main – fresh farm‑to‑table meals downtown

Motor Company Grill – retro diner classics & milkshakes

Caffé REL – fine French bistro uniquely located in a gas‑station setting

Bent Willow Bakeshop – artisan pastries & espresso

Perfect For

Couples’ weekend escapes

Solo nature retreats or remote working breaks

Outdoor lovers chasing waterfalls and trails

Wine & food enthusiasts soaking up Franklin’s culinary charm


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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 500 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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 deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.