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THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View

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Interior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • 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.

THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View

Hilltop Home nested in the trees with a beautiful view of the mountains & bird lovers paradise!
* Beautiful Mountain view
* Wide screened porch with rocking chairs
* Central AC & Cable Television
* Two bedrooms / Two bath
* Bedroom 1- Master- Guaranteed most comfortable bed in Franklin! Prana Sleep King bed.
* Bedroom 2- Single beds
* Extensive DVD Library & Board Games
* DISH Network Satellite TV
* WiFi throughout
* Central AC & Heating
* On a quiet mountain close to Main Street, Shops, Breweries, & Grocery
* Just 8 min to the base of Highlands Mtn!
* BBQ Grill
* DOWNSTAIRS OPTIONAL ADD ON- Downstairs room available to rent ONLY as an add-on to existing reservation making the total 3 bedroom 3 bath. Optional downstairs room includes a King Bed & 1 set of Bunk Beds.
* COVID 19 Update * We take your health and safety seriously. We now add a 48 hour block to the front and back of every stay to allow time for the property to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized by our cleaning crew.

Property manager

Jenna Miller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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

Property is also known as

THE Bear DEN Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View
THE Bear DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View Franklin

About the neighborhood

Map
Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 27 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Western Carolina University - 34 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Rel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Asian King Buffet - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View located?

Situated in Franklin, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Harris Medical Park of Franklin. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ethan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
The cabin is just as listed, perfectly close to town yet secluded! We enjoyed everything about the cabin and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Peaceful place Close to everything ..But quite and Lovely
Would definitely return to The Bear inn canins
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable.
Clean, attractive, well stocked with necessities - nothing more could be asked for. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Mountain Home
Totally lived up to photos and description. Great getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Personal retreat
Great stay, beautiful views! Seamless check in and communication. Super comfortable bed and plenty of DVD’s for rainy occasions!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murden T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Franklin Stay
Great property. Great view, liked the screened in porch, clean, plenty of everything. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Naples, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this house.
This is the 2nd time we've stayed here. We came back because the location is close to town while still being in a woody private area. A nice mountain view off the porch. Having two recliners means nobody stuck on the sofa.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain View
We had a great stay at The Bear Den. The view was amazing and the home was cozy. Location was perfect to see Highlands and Franklin with food options close by. It has everything needed to cook meals if you prefer cooking rather than eating out with updated appliances, pots and pans, and an abundance of silverware. It was a wonderful weekend get away from the torrid Florida heat and will stay here again if we are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Refreshing in many ways
Thank you for letting us stay in your home in the mountains. Our stay gave us a great respite from our home in Jacksonville. The setting was perfect with the trees, mountains and wildlife. The many upgrades done since last year are greatly appreciated. My wife and I look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calvin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
We had an amazing time during our stay. We came from Florida and were excited about the weather change. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. Franklin has a few good restaurants, we really liked Bent Willow Bakery and caffe Rel. Went to the Highlands for the waterfalls (beautiful!), but the road is no joke! Loved sitting on the porch watching the birds. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sandra l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view!
Very clean and furnished with EVERYTHING you might need. Single lane road proved challenging on one occasion when we came head to head with 2 other vehicles and a ditch on each side. Driveway near by enabled us to pull over a little…but not too far as backing down the driveway would be difficult. Driveway to our house was steep but much better. Good shopping and eating in town plus easy drive to Waynesville and Cherokee.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cabin
Nice place with a great view. Quiet neighborhood, convenient location. Well appointed especially in the kitchen. Minor complaint is shortage of working lamps. A few new light bulbs will fix that.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect mountain vacation.
The property is even better than the pictures. Perfect for families. Close to town, but still so peaceful. The home had everything you need, and then some. They provide more than most of the cabins I stayed in. It’s very clean. The view is beautiful. I tried to book for Thanksgiving and the same week after Christmas, but it’s already booked. As far as the other comments, the garbage is very easy to dispose of - drive through j&b, a few minutes from the house, and throw everything in the dumpster. The little potato bugs are harmless and part of being in the mountains. The master beds mattress is very soft. My husband prefers a more firm mattress, but everyone has their preference. I would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

philip p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Poorly maintained property
The view is great and the location good, but the place is poorly maintained. The freezer overflows ice and leaks water into the fridge. In 3 nights there we killed at east 12 roaches and bugs inside the house. Master bath exhaust fan is shot. Guest bath faucet handle leaks. I had to rotate mattress 90 degrees so I did not have to sleep on the sloping side of and old mattress. And the landlord expects the renter to dispose of any garbage somewhere else, even though I payed a clean up fee.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain retreat
Loved it. Great opportunity to recharge the batteries.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ida S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location has an amazing view and the Bear Den is clean and inviting!
Great place, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary 41 years
Awesome! Perfect location several towns within driving distance. We went to the pumpkin roll festival in Franklin and the next day we went to a festival in Maggie valley. We visited Highlands, cashiers, Sylva, Waynesville and Maggie valley. The Bear den has the perfect view. So relaxing to sit on the porch in a rocking chair and enjoy the view. It never gets old. We would definitely go back and we highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Home
We loved the location close to everything yet very private with the most beautiful view of the mountains. We were there during the storms in western NC. We never lost power or the internet. Watching the TV of all the destruction news man said if you can see this you are among the few. It's our new favorite place to stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mladen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bear Den
This is a great place to charge your batteries. The bird feeder brings in Squirrels, and a huge variety of birds. We never turned on the TV. For 5 days and it was bliss.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
convenient
Everything we needed and more,quiet area,easy access to all of our favorite hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable place in a great location
This is the 3rd time staying here, and we enjoyed it like we have before. Very comfortable to stay here, with two nice recliners, so no arguments on who gets the "good one." :) Love the location that is close to town but off in a secluded woodsy area. Will try to come again next year, I'm sure.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Overall, we were extremely happy with this home. The location is great! Easy to get to, peaceful and quiet, but close to town. 5 minutes to Food Lion and about 7 to Walmart and Ingles. The kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans, dishes, silverware, etc. the appliances are kind of dated, but worked perfectly! The deck is great and the view amazing! Loved the bird feeder and spent every morning out there with my coffee enjoying the view. The wood burning fireplace was great, we enjoyed it every morning and evening. There were only a few small things we noticed, not complaints, but could be easily fixed, only one of the three lamps in the master bedroom worked, and some of the dresser drawers in both rooms need to be fixed. I cut my finger catching a falling top drawer. There is a washer and dryer, but make sure you bring detergent. There was an empty bottle there. Also, plan to bring your own firewood, which is fine, just know you will need it. The satellite TV in the master only worked 3 of the 5 nights. Not sure what that was about, but not a huge deal. The welcome letter in the kitchen should be updated as a lot of the info was pretty old. The home was very clean and we did notice a few stink bugs, but not a big deal, very common and they are completely harmless. We would definitely stay again if we are in that area! Communication with the owner was great, helpful and very quick response. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain View and Great Location
We loved the front porch view and the closeness of this property to Franklin as well as the waterfalls and Highlands. Although we loved this property I only gave 4 stars because we did not sleep the best. The master bed needs a new mattress. Because of this it was uncomfortable and hard to get a good night's sleep. Other than that though, we have no complaints! We even enjoyed being able to cook and make meals in the kitchen. All in all, love this location and will gladly stay here again if the matress is newer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022