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The Castle - Best view of Valley

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Exterior
Master bedroom
Property grounds
Dining
Room

Overview of The Castle - Best view of Valley

Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

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

Check out the area

Map
Franklin, TN
  • Popular LocationFranklin Theatre15 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Factory17 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoolSprings Galleria23 min drive
  • AirportNashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Recreation/spacious sleeping area

4 Single Beds

Room 1, Master Suite

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Room 3

1 Queen Bed

Room 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Study/Bedroom

1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom between #4 and #5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom btwn #2 and #3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First floor full bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Castle - Best view of Valley

Bought to preserve the watershed of Big East Fork Valley and to give the best view of the surrounding hills. Spacious house with five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Huge bonus room. Four car garage. Half-basketball court. Two large outdoor porches and large indoor screened porch. Walk down steep hill to 8 acre natural lake or drive one minute. Two night minimum. No Pets. No long-term rentals of entire house. There is a 300 gallon stock-tank for refreshing bathing for two adults at a time.

We are honored to be Stewards of the beautiful Big East Fork Valley and expect our guests to help protect it. We therefore require that you DON'T DUMP ON US. As there is no trash collection in the valley, you need to be responsible for the volume and quality of that which you leave behind. If you take all of your trash with you, we will return all of the Trash Deposit Fee. Or you can save money by reducing the volume of trash that needs to be carted to the landfill by contracting with a local vendor to remove your trash. Please read the house rules that apply to trash on the website (It is made available to you after you book).

Your request must include the purpose of your stay and how many total persons (including children) that will be using the lodging.

TRASH. Please don’t dump on us! There is no trash collection in Big East Fork Valley. Someone has to remove the trash and take it to the dump or to town. If you do this yourself, your entire $100 Community Fee Trash Deposit will be returned to you. If you leave any un-bagged trash in the house or trash cans, you will forfeit your Community Trash Deposit Fee. If you leave bagged trash in the outside trash receptacles, you will be charged $5 per bag for its proper disposal. This can really add up! You may contract to have your bagged trash removed by a private party (A list of trash removers is on our web-site, www.theforkinn.com/3rdparties).

One of the best ways to reduce the volume of your trash is to separate organic materials that we may compost to make soil for our gardens. If you are checking out on noon Sunday, come bring your usable food, drink, and spirit to the Center for Sustainable Stewardship’s Community Brunch, held every Sunday noon at the CSS Farm, 5400 Big East Fork Rd. Meet, greet, and express gratitude to the people who have worked hard to make your stay memorable. It takes a village to prepare and maintain our valley and its houses. Meet the Chief Steward and members of CSS who maintain the trails, take care of watercraft, groom the hiking trails, and care for the farm animals. And meet the Fork Inn team that landscape the houses, clean the rooms, prepare the laundry, and service our guests to give them the unique experiences found in the Big East Fork Valley.

So only place properly bagged garbage in garbage bins. Do not place garbage directly in large garbage receptacles unless it has been bagged.

NO UNBAGGED TRASH in our large waste containers or grounds. There will be a $100 extra charge if we have to bag any trash. Don’t place trash outside of bins making it accessible to hungry critters.

THE BASE PRICE IS FOR FOUR (4) PERSONS. There is a $40/person/night additional charge for the number of persons over four. DAY GUESTS must purchase a day pass and parking pass $40. PARKING PASS is free for overnight guests and must be displayed on vehicle at all times while on premises.

If you we are a good match for each other, we look forward to your stay with us!

Property manager

Jonathan Oppenheimer

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO confetti, candles, or music audible to others.
Only registered guests may be on premises. Unregis
GUEST MUST KEEP HOUSE IN THE SAME CONDITION AS REC

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 52
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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Granger Park and Radnor Lake, while Franklin Theatre and Pull-Tight Players Theatre are cultural highlights.
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Franklin, TN

What's nearby

  • Franklin Theatre - 15 min drive
  • Lotz House Museum - 16 min drive
  • The Factory - 17 min drive
  • CoolSprings Galleria - 23 min drive
  • Vanderbilt University - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fox & Locke - 11 min drive
  • Scout's Pub - 11 min drive
  • High Brow Coffee + Tea - 11 min drive
  • Country Cafe - 18 min drive
  • Coal Town Pizza - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Castle - Best view of Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Castle - Best view of Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Castle - Best view of Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Castle - Best view of Valley?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Castle - Best view of Valley located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of McLemore House, Franklin Theatre and Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County. Pull-Tight Players Theatre and Lotz House Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay, Fabulous Property Manager, but Watch for Mice
Great house for a medium-to-large group in a peaceful rural setting that's only a 10-15 minute drive from shopping and services. Pros: The house itself is spacious and in good shape. the screened in and outside porches were the perfect place to watch the sunset and greet the morning. Wade is a delightful, personable, and responsive property manager. He not only took care of our requests, but was nice to talk to. We enjoyed hiking the private trails and feeding our compost to the farm animals. The young adult kids morphed into children at the chance to feed and interact with the farm animals. Cons: Mice. Yes, it's in a rural area and it's natural for them to head inside when it turns cold outside. I'm not sure how long the space was empty before we showed up, but there was evidence of a mouse presence on the kitchen counters, table, and floor as well as in the master suite. We gave the kitchen a thorough cleaning, washed sheets, and Wade brought us traps right away. (On the plus side, it forced us to clean the dishes and kitchen each night.) Again, the house is in a rural area, so we rolled with it, but a thorough kitchen cleaning, including the tablecloth and kitchen rugs might have helped. Also, the kitchen could use a good set of mixing bowls and large serving bowls. The basics are all there, but if you plan to do a lot of your own cooking, ask ahead of time about specific pans and baking needs. Neutral: plates, glasses, and utensils are a mismatched bunch. It didn't bother us. The furniture in the rec room is tired and the couch, shabby, but it's a fine place for letting loose a bunch of kids or just watching TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clinton S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding/Birthday weekend
The property was beautiful and the house was perfectly sized for a wedding party. The gentlemen Wade who checked us in was very friendly and made excellent recommendations on local attractions. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room
We had 4 seperate families for a father son get away and had plenty of beds and baths for everyone. Great sunset!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

George P., Crystal Falls, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Franklin Getaway
The location/setting was spectacular. The house easily accommodates six adults with plenty of inside and outside areas for "separation". We awoke one day to find there was no water(showers, toilets, coffee.....). This obviously created problems but we kept our outing plans for the day. The issue was resolved when we returned that evening. The entire house needs a professional cleaning. The entertainment room outside door lock was broken. The garbage disposal did not work. Basic kitchen inventory was lacking and disorganized.. Mice had gotten into the pantry and we had to throw away snacks, crackers, etc. The property manager was welcoming, knowledgeable of the area, gracious, and responsive. For an upscale property at this price point, the facility should be immaculate, and it was far from being so. The water issue was the most serious, impacting basic morning needs. Compensation for this disruption to our stay should be consideted.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

nancy a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal Place and location
Everything is absolutely phenomenal about this house. The owner was extremely helpful and super nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan Oppenheimer

Host profile image
Lee Anne and Jonathan love be Stewards of our wonderful land so our guests may enjoy the beauty of the Big East Fork Valley. We are supporters and volunteers of the Center for Sustainable Stewardship and hope you will join us in helping to preserve our native Tennessee flora and fauna that inhabit this 5000 acre pristine watershed. Lee Anne is a pediatrician and Jonathan is a retired prostate pathologist. We arise early to enjoy the magical morning light and mists. You might see us riding our tandem bike along the road or volunteering at the farm store.

We look forward to your stay !

Why they chose this property

Great for family gatherings. The outdoor porches in the back offer the best views of the sunset in Big East Fork Valley !
Bring a basketball to enjoy the court. Hike down the hill and through the woods to Lake Gratitude. The Chestnut Hiking Trail begins right across the road.

What makes this property unique


The lodging is part of a larger natural retreat. You will have access to shared common areas like Lake Gratitude and the Fork Inn Loop Trail. We are adjacent to Natchez Trace National Park (with bicycle access) and Big East Fork Retreat (hiking, canoeing, kayaking, sauna, hottub, fireplace socials, theatrical stage, music stage, movie theater). Minutes to historic Franklin (restaurants, history) and Leipers Fork (arts,music, antiques). Hike through gorgeous forest to hidden pond and organic farm. hiking trails. Horseback riding, personal chef, refrigerator stocking, yoga, and massage available by appointment. Watercraft and bicycles on loan from adjacent non-profit.

Close-by attractions include:
Center for Sustainable Stewardship
Lake Gratitude Nature Sanctuary and Hiking Trails
Timberlands Park
Natchez Trace National Parkway
Big East Fork Farms (McKinney Farm, Brandt Aquaculture and Mushroomery Farm, Dr Zo's Fluffy Butt Chicken Ranch)
Fox and Locke’s country music venue
Kimbro's Bar and Music venue
Leipers Fork Distillery
Antique Shoppes
Fine restaurants and shopping in Franklin
Civil War Battlefields and History (Carnton Plantation, Travellers Rest)
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