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Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6131 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope

The Treehouse

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Experience a truly unforgettable stay at this secluded and private retreat in the woods! The Treehouse is mostly bordered by the Nantahala National Forest - you're not able to see any neighbors, except in the winter when the trees are bare. This is the perfect retreat for families and friends. You will love relaxing in the swing on the covered porch with a steamy cup of coffee in the mornings or a thrilling novel with a glass of wine in the afternoon. The firepit, another great gathering spot, offers the opportunity to hang out with your loved ones and tell fun or scary stories while listening to the creek below and looking at the mountain view.

Inside this darling home, you will find an inviting, beautifully decorated, comfortable open great room with a large window with a view of the mountains. The walls and ceiling are knotty pine and soar 16 feet high for that wonderful lodge feel. There is a large leather sofa and two swivel rockers for relaxing while watching the 55' flatscreen TV with cable. The kitchen is well appointed with all you need to make meals for the whole family, granite countertops, microwave, dishwasher, glass-top stove, convection oven, and antler chandelier. There is a Keurig coffee maker that will brew a 12 cup pot or individual pods. The kitchen and dining areas are finished off with bar seating and a dining table under another antler chandelier. Also on the first floor is a sleeping porch with a wall of windows looking towards the view with two beds, a large primary bedroom, and a full bathroom. Upstairs you will find a second bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.

Things to Know
Please note the wood stove in the living room is not available.
The TV has Direct Satellite TV. The home now also has a smart TV that guests can log into using their own log in information.
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 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: Facing Parking Area / Ring Camera




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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1410 sq ft (131 sq m)

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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 2. Weight limit: 80 lbs each.

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 security system, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

64714

About the neighborhood

Map
Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 21 min drive
  • Cullasaja Falls - 35 min drive
  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 36 min drive
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 44 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Las Barricas - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Thai Paradise - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪On The Verandah - ‬42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Prentiss Bridge Stream Access. Andy's Trout Farm and Whistle Stop Mall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Serene & secluded 2-Story home with covered porch, firepit & telescope Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sydney H.

Great place!
This home was just as pictured and was the perfect getaway. Bed was very comfortable and location was good as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend stay!
The treehouse had everything we needed and was secluded in the middle of nature. It was definitely a great weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Steep uphill but fine in good weather. Also 18 min from downtown. We loved the home and alternted...
So peaceful and cozy
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent F.

Beautiful place with amazing view
Beautiful creek with pvt trail along side of property, pictures do not capture the surrounding beauty.

10/10 Excellent

Delia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy get away
The treehouse is a perfect cozy home to experience relaxation and peace and quiet. Home is clean and well kept, highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Will T.

Nice. Quiet. Secluded.
The house was great. Very well equipped. Big open area for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Little Weekend Trip
We absolutely loved this house. The house was well stocked with everything you would need for the kitchen and bathrooms as well. Plenty of towels and extra blankets. We loved the deck, great view and the fire pit area was a total hit. The house is located close to everything we wanted to do and see. Highly recommend this house to any family and I hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Very comfortable getaway!
The setup was exactly what we wanted, big enough to fit our family of 4 but cozy enough so we could all hang out while we were in the cabin. Everything in good working order and the kitchen was perfect for what we wanted. Will definitely be back here! Location was also great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday cabin weekend
This was a lovely place for a weekend getaway in the mountains, even better than the pictures and one of my favorite trips to NC! We had good weather, but the driveway is fairly steep and may be difficult to get up in the snow without a 4-wheel drive car. Unrelated to the property, but in the winter, restaurants in nearby towns like Highlands have very limited hours or are closed, so check ahead! Overall, the trip was amazing, thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Very comfortable home to stay in. Plenty of room and furnished with everything you need. This home is so peaceful and quiet. A beautiful place to get away from the hustle and bustle of sightseeing the beautiful mountains. The home is very well maintained. Only negative, the king size bed was very hard and uncomfortable. One side was broken down and we had to avoid sleeping in the hole on that side.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Macy M.

Peace & Quiet
The property was even better than expected. Fully stocked kitchen with anything you need to prepare a meal, tons of outdoor spaces, beautiful views, absolute peace. There were games and books to read, fun decor, tons of blankets, dvds, and just everything you could think you’d want at a cabin getaway. The ONLY downsides- the telescope requires an app to use and you can’t use the app if you don’t have the code for the telescope, the fireplace isn’t working currently (but that is clearly stated), and the address is listed as Franklin (and falls under Highlands rentals as well) but it’s 30 minutes to Franklin & 45 minutes Highlands so be careful when booking. If you need to be close to either Franklin or Highlands, this may not be the place for you. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway far away from neighbors, stores, etc, this is for you. We truly loved it, just wished it was a little closer to the city centers.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Idyllic home for Week Long Stay in the Mountains
Views from the porches are amazing. It is idyllic from the way the tree frames the view of the mountains as you rock on the porch swing to the lit stairway going to the creek below where you can read in a secret haven on an old stone bench. The kitchen has everything you need and even items you never imagined you would need. We sleep on the sleeper porch with a view of the moon and stars. This is our second time staying here and won't be the last. We also loved visiting the local Tessentee Baptist church which is close by. Sweet people.

2/10 Terrible

Don D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacasa was a horrible host.
I never received the access code to enter the property, I texted in the morning of the booking for the information and code, had to call at 3:00 an hour before our stay to get the address and code . I received the address but no code. Called again at 5:00 still no access code, I had to leave and drive 2 hours home. VRBO has not been any help. Got 5 stars with my last booking, I’m not using them again. The home was advertised as being 7.2 miles from Highlands, N.C., it was 25 miles.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristi m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worth the ride up.
The treehouse is worth the ride up the mountain. Read all the reviews about the road so we knew what to expect. A little daunting on the gravel road but when you get to the concrete driveway and there is room to turn around it is fine. The kitchen has all the equipment you need and some spices. It’s great to sit on the porch and have your coffee in the morning. We got there with dinner to cook for the first night and breakfast items. They aren’t kidding when they say get there in the daylight. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and View
The house is very cozy and warm. The kitchen was more fully stocked with anything you would need, more so than my own home! The views are lovely and the surrounding area is stunning. My only negative, and an important one, is getting to the home. The last half mile or so the road is very narrow, unpaved and downright scary. No guardrails where there are steep drops on the sides. I do not recommend getting there in the dark as we did. I would love to revisit this lovely home but this alone will stop me from going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property itself was very nice and well appointed. However the drive to the house is a gravel, bumpy, steep, one lane "road". Because of that we left early. If I don't even want to think about if there was an emergency. Also - the telescope was a huge fail, as there were no instructions, and thus unusable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, but
Very nice, well equipped house. Very secluded and quiet. Here are the buts….internet was intermittent and with no cell coverage, a potential issue. A very noisy dehumidifier going 24/7 in the crawl space took away the serene quiet. The master bedroom bed frame was very squeaky…if you are a toss and turner, you will wake your partner. There should be a warning to NOT come to this place if you have a low profile vehicle…you will scrap along the gravel road and driveway. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Frances C.

The Cramers
We loved that the home was roomy and well equipped.The kitchen lacked organization making it difficult to find things when preparing meals. There was not enough toilet paper for our stay and the bath towels were alright, but the wash cloths were like sand paper. Desperately in need of replacing. There was also not enough basic cleaning supplies. The home's view is lovely, but we would not recommend anyone driving up to this home without a vehicle with 4 wheel drive. This information should be made clear to any future renters. It is not an easy drive up the rugged hill to the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice-Comfortable - would stay again
Comfortable home. Quiet. All the kitchen accessories. Plenty of room for two couples and kids. Close to trails. Clean. I would warn the future users that a low profile vehicle is not recommended to drive up the gravel road. We scraped the bottom of the car a couple of times. Internet is not the greatest so if needing a remote office it will be difficult. (Wi Fi sign needs updating. We had to figure out by exclusion which internet was the one we needed.). Would have appreciated access to extra pillowcases for the extra pillows made available. Overall in a very good location and very nice place to stay. We were very comfortable and relaxed. (The battery in the door lock seems to be running out of power so we had a bit of difficulty getting the code in before it stopped working.)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Cary W.

Perfect name
This house is really like a tree house nestled in a lot of trees. It is comfortable and plenty of room with the porches. We enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

Sleeping in the trees
Plenty of space. Quiet, private and comfortable!
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

Home Away From Home!
This is my second stay at the Treehouse. My daughters treated me to a long weekend retreat at this home with them on Mothers Day. I fell in love with this comfortable home and decided to plan a mini vacation with my husband. We both enjoyed our stay once again in this lovely home.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina Y.

Perfect getaway
This was the absolute perfect place to escape and enjoy some quiet mountain air. Sunset over the mountains from the porch swing, close to lots of great hiking spots, everything you could need for a great stay.

10/10 Excellent

Regina B., Macclesfield

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Nice house and secluded which I like.
Started off bad because lockbox code given me didn't work and I had no cell phone service but once I was able to call vacasa,they gave me another code to open lockbox and remainder of my stay was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Pat L.

The Treehouse
We enjoyed our stay at THE TREEHOUSE very much. The cabin was clean and comfortable and well stocked with everything we needed. Loved being at the top of the mountain away from town. The fire pit and the stream were a plus too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022