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Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, table tennis

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace

Top of the Mountain

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Find out what true mountain living is all about - you're going to love being nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains while at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains! Boasting sweeping mountaintop views, this eight-acre retreat comes fully furnished for modern family-friendly comfort. Explore the property with a network of cut-in trails accessing over 60 acres of adjoining National Forest land. Make the most of the outdoors with plenty of games and entertainment including cornhole, ladder toss, croquet, bocce, and horseshoes. Indoor fun abounds with a variety of board games and an Xbox. A gorgeous covered deck comes furnished for comfort, with a patio dining set and wood-burning firepit. A babbling brook crossing the property adds a touch of natural ambiance.

Vaulted ceilings and strong natural lighting create a bright and airy living space in the great room, with a fireplace, plush seating, and smart TVs for cozy comfort and group gatherings. The lower-level 'Buzzard's Roost' room sets the stage for happy hour entertainment with a dart board and smart TV. An upstairs loft area comes furnished for remote work needs with a dedicated desk and office chair. Satisfy hungry appetites in the well-appointed full kitchen complete with an eight-seater breakfast nook and dining table set for 10. Free high speed Starlink WiFi and a private washer/dryer round out the home essentials.

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,972 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

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
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, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

92854

About the neighborhood

Map
Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Mason Mountain Mine - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sheffield Mine - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 15 min drive - 7.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Rel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Old Cardinal Gem Mine, and Mason Mountain Mine. Rose Creek Mine is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Dog-friendly mountaintop retreat with gorgeous views, games, deck, & fireplace Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

My family enjoyed the home and had plenty of room.

10/10

We stayed there for just a couple of days but house was just beautiful and was big enough for for all of my family members. It was a little
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Very nice property. Beautiful location. Easy access to the property. Loved the shower pressure. 15 minutes to Main Street Franklin. Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Large comfortable home. Huge covered deck. View is of the woods, not really the mountains. We enjoyed our stay and will most definitely return sometime. Would be amazing in the fall when the leaves are turning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Very clean and had great kitchen to prepare any kind of meal. Bed was very comfortable and had great views from the back porch and the front yard. Would definitely go back with more people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Our family enjoyed our stay at this house! It was very private, stocked with all that we needed, and the beds were quite comfortable. Everything was very clean! Just a minor thing to be aware of, the wifi is not reliable at all, but I not sure there is anything the owners could do about that. All in all, it was a nice house and we would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10

The house was beautiful but im frim indiana flat land so was a lil freaked out about how high up we were. The inly issue we had was wet leaves on drive so trying to get up to house we slid my son cleared tge drive the next day my daugthers from north carolina and when she come to visit i told her she may want to bring the 4 wheel drive when she got there she laughed at me saud mom weve been worse places then this. And we didnt get there till dark there was no l8ghtening to the door to see to put code un other then that we enjoyed our stay. The place was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10

Overall, this rental was good. The beds are very comfortable. Check in was easy. The kitchen was pretty well-stocked for a rental. The sheets and towels are pretty good quality. Our group enjoyed the ping pong. The terrible wifi and the lack of ability to effectively contact the company with no cell service or wifi were the big issues for our family. We had a leaking dishwasher and a locked bathroom (upon arrival) and no good way to contact them to let them know. Once we sort of made a good enough connection, no one was able to come out in time for our rental period.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

I had the best time there with my daughters, their husbands, daughters, my kid sister and my four legged grandson ( party of 9 ) We all fell in love with the house, love that kitchen and back porch, well the entire house actually. One of the best part was waking up early in the morning and enjoying that cup of coffee on that porch on the rocking chairs listening to the birds chirping and watching the humming birds. The only problem is phone service is horrible but is the entire area, I was only able to find better phone connection in the master bedroom and because it’s a pet friendly home Not everyone makes sure their pets are well groomed. But I will Definitely be making a future reservation at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10

We stayed last year with a friend and loved it so much we wanted to come again and it did not fell to impress. The owners keep improving the stay. Now ping pong in the game room that my husband and kids play all night long. And so many outdoor games that are to many to list. I will say playing catch with my daughter was my favorite seeing it’s been so long. We are definitely coming back
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10/10

This is a nice large home in Franklin that is very comfortable and modern in design and furnishings. Ample room to spread out and we loved the back deck for enjoying the birds, fireflies, deer, etc. Kitchen is semi-well equipped with the basics you need but bring unique items with you, ie. blender, cast iron, Keurig coffee pods. There is an air fryer and the stove is gas, which we liked. We really enjoyed the back deck with bird feeders (bring your own seed) and the downstairs game/kids area for ping pong and darts. We did need to wash some sheets and floor rugs upon arrival. The internet is intermittent at best and cannot be relied on for normal TV and internet. The back up generator came on several times per day and was a little loud while running. Probably needs an adjustment or maintenance but that is a feature that is good to have in this area. The front door lock is difficult to use and should be changed out by the property manager.
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8/10

The house was really nice. Plenty of beds, plenty of bathrooms. Kitchen was well equipped with lots of pots, pans, plates, utensils and dishwasher. Also washer and dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10

House we stayed was fantastic, rooms were great, views were amazing, host were fantastic. Everything listed was there,
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10/10

We decided to go on a last minutes vacation on a Thursday, we booked Top of the Mountain, and left Friday morning. This was perfect for us! Many things in the home look to be brand new, beds, tables, bar stools, sheets, towels, kitchen items etc. The beds were super comfortable, which is a huge win!!!! We forgot coffee, so it was a huge blessing when we saw their coffee bar with k-cups. :) They had several spices, we didn't do much cooking, but I did notice them. They had shampoo, conditioner, and body soap in each shower....the dispenser ones that are on the shower wall. They also had little samples of each in each of the bathrooms. There were a few dishwasher packets, laundry packets, and dish soap also. I know some places we have been do not provide those, so we were thankful. We have 3 kids, the outside area was great for the kids to play and explore. The house sits at the end of the road, so we never had to worry about anyone driving by. They also had an outdoor fire pit, we cooked hotdogs a couple nights, it was super fun to sit outside and enjoy the cool weather. There was a pile of wood there, I think to use, we did. :) It was fall when we went and the house was decorated with cute pumpkins and other fall decor. :) The house is surrounded by trees, the leaves were beautiful when we were there. The one tricky part is...it was a long code to get in the lock box, and unfortunately, if the door shuts it automatically locks. My husband and I were outside the next morning (without our phones with the code), 2 of our kids came running outside and closed the door...therefore, locking us all out. My 3rd child, was inside, he is special needs and doesn't understand how to open a door, nor does he understand danger. Thankfully, we had car keys and drove to a neighbor's house, who was super nice and let us use her internet so we could get on our email and get the code. So, just be careful about closing the door or make sure you memorize the code. :) Last, I believe they have satellite for internet. It is a little slower than we are used to, but it works. They also have satellite for TV. A couple times we were not able to get watch TV because it wouldn't load. We would definitely stay at this place again. It was perfect for a family of 5, both indoors and outdoors, it exactly what we needed for the week.