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A Stone Cottage Retreat
Terrace/patio
Driveway to our cabin
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Whistle Stop Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

About this property

A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!

A beautiful cottage nestled in the hills of Franklin, NC and the Nantahala National Forest, the road to our stone cottage is an easy drive and offers a quiet retreat where you can sit outside and enjoy a variety of birds including hummingbirds and red cardinals. We are are also conveniently located near all essential stores, restaurants, the Smoky Mountain Performing Arts Center, the Factory (family fun), a movie theatre, and is just 3 miles from downtown Franklin where you can stroll down Main Street and visit the wonderful shops. Visit the Franklin Chamber of Commerce link below for a calendar of local events and other useful information.

Our rustic cottage is unique with artistic stonework throughout, use of reclaimed barnwood, stone shower, clawfoot tub, and a modern kitchen. You will love this sweet cottage!

We have a bedroom on each floor, each with a queen bed. There is also an upstairs loft with a desk. An air mattress is provided for the loft area. Sleeps a total of 5-6. The downstairs bathroom has a one-of-kind vanity and vintage clawfoot tub and the upstairs bathroom has a one-of-a-kind stone shower, vanity & mirror. All towels and linens provided, including a hair dryer and magnifying mirror.

There are LED TVs with satellite TV in the living room and each bedroom. WiFi is also provided.

The wonderful kitchen has all necessary appliances - stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher. A toaster oven, coffee maker, all dishes, silverware, and cooking utensils are also provided.

You will enjoy this wonderful small town. Please come and visit soon.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security deposit will be refunded if no damage or loss occurs within 7 days of departure

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in the mountains. The Factory and Franklin Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Parker Meadows Park and Andy's Trout Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Whistle Stop Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Western Carolina University - 42 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 43 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 58 min drive - 75.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Romeo’s - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!?

As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL! on 15 June 2026 start from AU$168, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT - SO SPECIAL! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Whistle Stop Mall and The Factory. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay-convenient location. Owners very helpful !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Thank you! We are happy you enjoyed your stay!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Cabin was very nice. Clean and comfortable. Host was quickly responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such fun, grocery stores are just a couple miles up the road. A list of places to go and eat, shop, sight see were emailed to me before the trip. Very professional, and once we arrived, I was contacted by the owners, just to make sure we were happy, if we had any questions, to text them. I would recommend this cottage to everyone. Very peaceful and tranquil. Thanks again for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
Thank so much for your wonderful review, Trish! We truly appreciate it and are so happy you had so much fun! 🥰
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald E. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Convenient to everything in Franklin. A Great getaway spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Thank you Ronald! We are sorry your trip was cut short due to Hurricane Helene but we hope you can come back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

roy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Good Location

Good location close to town yet private.We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Hi Roy, Thank you again for choosing our cottage and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve had a wonderful time relaxing. It was great seeing friends and family. First time staying in the Franklin area. The stone cottage retreat was really unique a great place to relax and enjoy the peaceful area. Originally booked for four days and liked it so much that we asked if we could extend for three more days and the hosts were gracious enough to do so. To my brothers and sisters on motorcycles the access to this property may be a little bit of a challenge.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place close to Franklin

Loved our time here. Place was exactly as described, loved the wood touches the pupil the house
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Thank you Michael. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

The cottage was perfect and very comfortable! It had everything we needed. Will do it again!

The property is well kept, convenient to shopping and entertainment, but secluded enough to have privacy. We visited over Thanksgiving, found plenty to do in town and at the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you Deb! We really appreciate your kind words and are so happy you enjoyed our cottage. Please stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in the mountains!

The cabin was spacious and fully equipped (right down to the bamboo skewers in the kitchen drawer)! Very quiet and peaceful yet only a couple miles to restaurants and grocery store. We loved our time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you Scott! So happy you enjoyed your stay!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wisconsin family

We really enjoyed our stay! Great cottage and well stocked. It had everything we needed. We would totally recommend this place to family and friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you so much, Tracy! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and loved our cottage. We hope you come back again. Sharalea
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

The furnishings are comfortable, and the overall decorations give it character. The cabin is conveniently located to town and was a relaxing place to unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2023
Thank you Mark! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage so relaxing! hope you come back again! Sharalea and Jorge
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Property was easy to find, close to Franklin but secluded from noise pollution. Cabin was well decorated, clean and in overall excellent condition. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2023
Thank you Karl! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Home is clean & very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. Owner was kind & provided great communication when needed. Your within 30 minutes to many waterfalls & small towns as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2020
Hi Jaclyn, Thank you again for staying with us. We are so happy you enjoyed our cottage. Please come back again! Jorge and Sharalea
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay at Stone Cottage Retreat! Home was very clean and comfortable and was equipped with everything you need. Had great communication with Sharalea and Jorge,will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Hi Amy, thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come back again! Sharalea
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place

We really enjoyed the stay! Going in at dark was interesting . I was no way ready to leave!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2022
Dear Caroline, Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and didn’t want to leave! Please come back again. 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Cabin

Cute, rustic place tucked away in the mountains. We really enjoyed the fireplace during the cooler nights. Not far from stores and restaurants it was a quick drive for anything we needed. Hosts were receptive and we would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
Dear Ben, thank you so much for your wonderful comments. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and our cozy cabin. We hope you come back again! Happy Holidays!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint

Such a charming home that is very inviting. Very clean with everything you need and then some.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thank you so much, James. We are so happy that you enjoyed our cottage and found it so inviting! We hope you come back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the cottage

The cottage was just as pictured. Check-in was easy. We spent 3 days relaxing and enjoying the birds, squirrels and resident chipmunk. Didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2022
Thank you Peggy! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope you get a chance to come back again. Sharalea
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gotta love this cottage

Is there anything HIGHER than 5 STARS? We already booked for the FALL!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2024
Thanks so much, Roxie! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and loved our cottage. We are looking forward to your stay in the Fall.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Came to see the leaves changing colors. Awesome property, really nice. Close to everything, would recommend this to all my friends!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2022
Dear Paula, Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. We are so happy you enjoyed our cottage and we hope you come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

We spent Thanksgiving week at this charming cottage and really enjoyed the experience. Great place to unwind while maintaining connections to the internet and broadcast TV. Our hosts were very responsive and accommodating to our special requests. The home was clean and comfortable, well stocked, and met all of our needs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2022
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We truly appreciate that you chose our cottage for your Thanksgiving holiday and that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you come back again soon. Sharalea and Jorge
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s everything you would hope for!!!

Tranquility and close to what ever you want. So thankful for this cottage. Great for the fall colors and Franklin is an interesting place to discover. Your host is the best, anything you might need they are there quickly
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2022
Dear Cathy and Bob, We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and loved our cottage. You were such wonderful guests. Sending you best wishes and many new adventures in your retirement!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Spent a long weekend. Conveniently located near Franklin but felt like it was in the middle of the woods. Nice, clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
Thank you for kind words. So happy you loved our cottage and we hope you come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kennon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & quiet location

This cabin is perfect for us. It’s nestled close to downtown Franklin, it’s quiet, and it allows you to just enjoy time together. Play a quick game of cards, have a fire inside or out, take a quick trip to the Greenway trail. We’ve stayed here multiple times and will continue to try and stay here when we’re in the area. We’d highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Dear Kennon, Thank you so much for your wonderful comments and choosing to stay with us again. We are so happy you and your family enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilya S.

Awesome cottage and great location

We had a great vacation in the Smokey Mountains. Perfect location for motorcycling and the cottage had everything we needed. The two window A/C units kept the place cool. WIFI was good and could stream Netflix no problem. Many household things provided which was unexpected. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Hi Ilya, Thank you so much. We are so happy you enjoyed your vacation and that you enjoyed staying at our cottage and had everything you needed. Thank you again for staying with us. Sharalea

About the host

Hosted by Jorge and Sharalea Andrade

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Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property as soon as we saw it. From its beautiful use of stone, reclaimed barnwood, open living space, unique bathrooms, beautiful kitchen, we wanted this to be our retreat. We hope those who visit will love it as much as we do.

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