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On Top of Ole Smokey

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Popular LocationSmoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCullasaja Falls25 min drive
  • Popular LocationDry Falls34 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)87 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

On Top of Ole Smokey

Custom built log home with beautiful interior wooden walls. Spectacular view of the mountains !! Comfortable setting with large front porch set with rocking chairs! Breathtaking sunsets galore!!

If you want a private cabin away from the crowd then this is it!! This cabin is tucked up in the Majestic Cowee Mountain Range with a stunning view of the Nantahala Mountains and you are completely surrounded by the Smokey mountains! This cabin is new, trimmed out with seven different species of wood. Custom built cabin especially for a mountain rental! It has two bedrooms with queen beds and a full bathroom downstairs, and with two full beds and a half bath upstairs in the loft. Custom kitchen with cypress cabinets. Most of the furniture and beds are handmade! Franklin is just 5 miles away. Endless miles of hiking, waterfalls, river rafting, and gem mining are minutes away. We even have "pickin on the square" every Saturday night in Downtown Franklin starting in May. This cabin is convenient to Dillard, Ga where there is a new business, Julep Farms, which has shopping, dining, and flowers to pick during the summer! There are a variety of animals to see that the kids will love! We are also very close to Clayton, Ga. This little town has wonderful shopping as well as farm to table restaurants. It’s a great place to spend a day!! The road leading to Highlands, NC is not too far either!! There are waterfalls and hiking trails off this road that are gorgeous!! We invite you to our cabin and hope you will enjoy your visit!! ( No motorcycles please)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

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On Top of Ole Smokey Franklin
On Top of Ole Smokey Private vacation home
On Top of Ole Smokey Private vacation home Franklin

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the mountains. The Factory and Franklin Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Whistle Stop Mall and Osage Farm. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Andy's Trout Farm are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • The Factory - 11 min drive
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 11 min drive
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 13 min drive
  • Cullasaja Falls - 25 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In - 11 min drive
  • Subway - 6 min drive
  • Fat Buddies Ribs & BBQ - 12 min drive
  • Burger King - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Top of Ole Smokey pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On Top of Ole Smokey?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Top of Ole Smokey?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Top of Ole Smokey located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Whistle Stop Mall and The Factory. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view!
My friend and I stayed here for a long weekend. The view is amazing. The house is perfect. Very clean and well stocked! I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
Beautiful view, perfectly appointed cabin. Close to many attractions with shops, grocery store, and restaurants close by but feels so serene and secluded. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Beautiful view of the mountains, spacious cabin, comfortable beds, everything you need to enjoy your stay. 100% recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly cabin with an AMAZING view!
We chose this cabin for our mountain vacation because it looked clean and new and appeared to have a fantastic view from the porch. We were not disappointed! The cabin was spotless, it was very nicely appointed and was the perfect place to call home for the weekend. The view was breathtaking - truly BETTER than expected. The road up to the cabin was a little steep in a couple of spots but was no problem for our 2WD vehicle. It was an easy drive to the cabin from the main highway, in fact it was incredibly convenient to get to town and points beyond. Highly recommended - we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
We really enjoyed staying at Linda’s house. The view is superb and the location is extremely quiet. Linda was very responsive in all of our communications. We would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
Stunning views and very clean!! We would love to return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view will leave you speechless!
The cabin was immaculate, the view was breathtaking and it was completely private. The first half of the road is gravel and the second half was paved. It was steep, but we had no problems getting there. The parking was challenging when trying to turn around in a larger vehicle. We were still able to accomplish that as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This home is unbelievable! The house itself is very clean, cozy and comfortable. The beds are great and the kitchen had everything we needed. The porch has to be the best place because of the spectacular views; we must have over 100 pics from the porch during our stay! The house is fairly central to Clayton, Bryson City, Highlands and Cashiers. Five minutes to Franklin and ten to Dillard. There is so much to do in the surrounding areas. Linda is a wonderful host and will do everything possible to make your stay great. She is very easy to contact also. We can’t wait until we book again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful accommodations and view
From the moment we stepped out of the car we were impressed with the gorgeous views, cleanliness and comfort of the cabin and amenities. Very relaxing family vacation, spacious for our family of four, fire pit was an added bonus. Great place to rest and reboot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H., Port St. Lucie, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
A true sanctuary with incredible views!
We deeply enjoyed our stay On Top of Ole Smokey. This was the kids’ (ages 10 & 15) first trip to the mountains and they LOVED staying at this cabin. All week we heard, “This is so AWESOME!” and “Best week ever!” This home has everything our family of 4 needed. Ample indoor space to spread out, all you need to cook and relax as a family, and an amazing deck where you can watch the sun sink behind the mountains. WiFi was a little less than optimal for managing our online businesses during our stay, but that forced us to unplug and actually put work down to make memories. (And WiFi connectivity isn’t great in the area anyway, so no biggie.) Every detail of the home is cozy and clean. We hated leaving. Communication with the host was fantastic and check in/out super easy. It was a little difficult to maneuver our rental van around the driveway, but that’s common in the mountains and we got used to it. Would be much easier for sedans and smaller vehicles. Thanks for a great stay! We will be back :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023