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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Placid View, a Scenic Solitude - 3/2.5

About this space
Start your next adventure and step into Placid View - a Scenic Solitude, our picturesque, cozy 3-bedroom home, nestled at the top of the Great Smoky Mountains. You’ll be greeted with 360 degree, panoramic views of the mountains, golf course, and the Nantahala National Forest!

Our carefully designed mountain retreat is the quintessential outdoor getaway, central to many of the adventures found under North Carolina’s expansive skies. Perfect for family fun, couples’ retreats, visits to the Great Smoky National Park (less than an hour away), to the quaint town of Highlands (45 minutes away), or the hustle and bustle of Asheville (80 minutes to the majestic Biltmore Estate). You can also stay local in the historic town of Franklin and find a wide array of activities such as hiking, biking, gem mining, antiquing, exploring waterfalls, and trekking to Wayah Bald.
Located on an acre at the top of a gorgeous mountain, you’ll have plenty of space for sprawling out and enjoying the fresh mountain air in privacy. Get ready to take in clear night skies full of brilliant constellations from the back deck— whether it’s a cold winter night or a fresh summer evening.
Placid View, a Scenic Solitude is fully equipped to be your home-away-from-home. The kitchen is furnished with stainless steel appliances and of course, all you need for coffee each morning! Enjoy your meals
together around the kitchen table or take it to the back observation deck for an epic barbecue. You can also enjoy your morning coffee on the outside porch as the sun rises. Bedrooms include a master suite
with a king bed on the main level, and two bedrooms, one king and one queen (for a total of three) on the lower level. With two full bathrooms and one half-bath, there is plenty of space for everyone to
keep up with daily routines before hitting the Great Smoky Mountains or taking a trip into Asheville or the Highlands.
After hiking through the Appalachian Trail or visiting Franklin, decamp to the living room for a movie night. This comfy space includes a flatscreen TV with cable and streaming access to HBO & Hulu. There is also a TV in the master bedroom and another on the lower level. Or pour some
hot cocoa and gather around the living room’s gas fireplace, looking out the windows at the expansive landscape. It’s especially idyllic in the autumn when the rolling hills and bouldering peaks unfurl their
leaves of reds, yellows, and fiery oranges. There's nothing better than wrapping up in your favorite fall clothes and setting out on a leaf-looking adventure. While Placid View feels just the right amount of secluded, you’re still only 6 miles away from historic downtown Main Street. You’re close to many outdoor adventures like fishing, rafting, horseback riding, and golfing. While you’re here, be sure to check out some fantastic hiking trails, including Rufus Morgan, Tellico Gap, Big Laurel Falls, Pickens Nose, and more. The car ride to the Highlands through the windy mountains is a must-do. Along the way, stop at Dry Falls, which gives you the rare treat of walking safely behind a waterfall.
Thanks for looking, and we hope to see you at Placid View a Scenic Solitude soon.

Property manager

Sara Viar

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
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

About the neighborhood

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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Mill Creek Country Club - 6 min drive
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min drive
  • Nantahala River - 15 min drive
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 16 min drive
  • Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Rel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Placid View, a Scenic Solitude - 3/2.5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Placid View, a Scenic Solitude - 3/2.5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Placid View, a Scenic Solitude - 3/2.5?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Placid View, a Scenic Solitude - 3/2.5 located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Parker Meadows Park. The Factory and Franklin Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Placid View, a Scenic Solitude - 3/2.5 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olga F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful views.
The pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Andrea T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Time Away
Robert was excellent to work with. The property was very clean and had wonderful views with lots of wildlife. We saw a fox, a family of skunks, a deer, and more. If you have little ones, watch out for poison ivy in the area. Great location for surrounding activities within an hour drive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

michele s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
This property has gorgeous views from the deck, living areas, and master bedroom. It was very clean and welcoming touches greeted us upon arrival. Kristi always responded quickly with questions prior to our stay. The only thing I would change is that the listing should make it clear that the cleaning fee does not include having to take your trash with you when you leave. That was inconvenient and unexpected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L., Daphne, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
We really enjoyed our stay! The property was clean, exactly as described, comfortable, and had a gorgeous view of the mountains. Easy to get to, and a great home base for our visit to Cade’s Cove, Sliding Rock, and Deep Creek tubing in Bryson City. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountaintop views, super clean
The house is at the end of a paved road at the very top of a hill. Steep, but made it fine in a minivan. Interiors and decks were very clean and appear recently remodeled. Views are spectacular on both sides. The rear detached deck features a gas fire table. Isolated, quiet, and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MEMEORIAL DAY
BEAUTIFUL VIEWS
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than description!
The entire experience from beginning to end could not have been better. Such a pleasure for my first time using VRBO. I really didn’t know what to expect and this property and the host was above and beyond my expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Autumnal inhalations
The views from the property are very much as promised by the photos. The lights and shadows play over the mountains in ever changing patterns from the dawn. Especially memorable for us was when a beautiful mist, early one morning, covered the valleys to the east and west of the dwelling, with only a few wooded valley islands peeking above it. The location is convenient to Franklin and many hiking trails as well as river recreations. We hiked trails to the west and north, mostly within 10 miles driving distance. The dwelling is clean, comfortable, well maintained, many windowed. The property manager was consistently responsive, and promptly handled a situation which arose when one of our party left some property at the dwelling after final departure.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheri M., Warner Robins, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with great views
Very nice and spacious home with everything you need. Robert called to let us know he had gone up and turned on some lamps and the porch light. We were coming in after dark so this was a wonderful welcome. House was very clean. The deck off the living room has a beautiful view. We were able to see several deer each morning in the side yard. Anything that we could have possibly needed was available. We ate dinner at the house each night and the kitchen was well equipped. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. We were very satisfied and hope to visit the area and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve M., Columbus,Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views
We had a wonderful stay with beautiful views from every window. Property is very open and bright with a cozy feel. . Kitchen was very well stocked. Lots of outside seating with great views. Great location close to everything we wanted to do. Nearby waterfalls worth checking out. We wish we could live there. Our only suggestion is having entry code available before arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonnie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Heavenly
The house and view was more than we hoped for. This was our first time in Franklin and it will definitely not be our last. The house was very clean and comfy. For those who worry about the beds, don’t! They were very comfortable and supportive. We slept like babies. The water pressure in the showers were fantastic also! The view from the upper porch was Heaven sent. Nothing like waking up in the morning to miles of mountain tops, blue skies, drifting clouds, and the quiet sound of nature. It was so peaceful! Grab a cup of coffee, and you are set for the day. Robert was awesome! He made sure we were in and comfortable. He was very helpful with ideas about restaurants and places to visit! Dry Falls is a must!! I could go on, but better not. 🧐😊 We hope to visit again soon! Thanks for a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location. Beautiful views. Plenty of Privacy
Really nice, spacious property that is close enough to civilization such that you have easy access to grocery stores, etc but is nestled into a nice secluded lot providing plenty of privacy. Has its own observation deck for sunrises and large deck out back for sunsets. Door Dash actually delivers to this property which is convenient (and unbelievable at the same time lol). Cherokee with Casino and Smoky Mountain Parkway for spectacular Mountain View’s are great Day trips to take. Robert was responsive and accommodating. Home is huge with nice layout. Great place for family and friends to gather or for a quiet weekend of Meditation and Yoga. Views are spectacular. If I had to recommend anything to the owners it would merely be to perhaps add a couple of amenities. Game room is spacious but not really any games in there other than cards and puzzles. Plenty of room for a pool table or ping pong table , shuffle board, something. And a hot tub would be nice. Plenty of room for it. But despite any of that this is a great place to stay at a good value. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was lovely, everything clean and comfortable. The property manager Robert was very helpful
We wanted a place with a view , this was that and so much more ! The quiet ! The stars ! The view was spectacular 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Penny C., RALEIGH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best mountain views
Rooms are spacious. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Decks provide amazing view of the mountains. Stayed with my sister and my daughter with her 3 littles. Easy hikes to waterfalls. Visit wayah bald lookout tower. Ample parking and easy short walk to the tower for spectacular view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill B., Edmore

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views of the mountains from two decks
Bottom Line Up Front: great rental property that I would love to come back to. Great views, comfortable, appliances, internet and TV all rocked. One thing I have to put out that will only effect a very small percent of people **** NOT MOTORCYCLE FRIENDLY**** I don't mean the property or the host, the drive up to the cottage is over 20 degrees of ascent. You need to be a VERY competent AND confident to get to the top, turn, around, park, and get back to the road. Now for everyone else... I can't wait to come back and bring my wife and family. Loved it. Loved the area. Robert was a very good host. The area has so much natural beauty to explore and Franklin still retains that small town feel down town. You will be happy you came here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in a fantastic location
The house was fantastic. Had everything we could have needed and the host was excellent. Very attentive and helpful. The views from the porch and the deck are out of this world. The location was only minutes from Franklin town center yet it was so quiet and we felt so much in touch with the mountains. We really enjoyed visiting Nantahala lake with it's great water activities and breath taking views. Hiking in the area was plentiful and had options from short walks to more strenuous climbs. We will definitely be revisiting this property to explore more of the hills, lakes and towns. Maybe even just sit on the deck and take in the views and relax the day away.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

sharon d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views
The house was perfect. Beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything we could have possibly needed. And the views for breathe taking
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lance T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and home at the top of a mountain!
This was an amazing home with terrific views. Enjoyed seeing beautiful sunsets and mtn views with our family. Home was fully equipped and perfect for our needs. Robert is a great host and is only minutes away if an issue arises.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bettina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Everything was great!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prairie View
Awesome rental experience. Phone call from Robert discussed when we. Would be arriving so that he could arrive before us and have house open and ready for us. Photos are great of the property but in person home is gorgeous and views are too. Robert was just a phone call away if anything was needed. All we needed to bring was our clothes etc and food We will absolutely recommend this property to others. And will rent this property again. Thank you for such a relaxing place !!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Beautiful
We absolutely loved our stay at Cozy Mountain Top. Being the last house on the road it is literally on the very top of the peak with views all around! You can see neighbor houses, but they are not very close and they and the landscape is set in such that you do not have them in your line of sight and you have to look for them to see them. There is a large deck on the front and a large open deck on the back, both have spectacular views! The weather for our stay was great, we were able to leave the windows open the whole time. Robert was fantastic! He was quick to answer any questions we had and made it a point to ensure we had everything we needed! The house is close to trails, waterfalls, gem mining, and other fun back dirt roads we happened upon. All of which gave us a sense of adventure and we found some awesome solitary places with surprising views. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021