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Creekside in the Smoky Mtns. has a rejuvenating quality. Something we all need!

Condo in Otto with kitchen and patio

Early morning at Creekside from the deck.

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 274.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Otto, NC

Place, Nantahala Game Lands
Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
‪18 min drive‬
Place, Nantahala River
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Creekside in the Smoky Mtns. has a rejuvenating quality. Something we all need!

Creekside is a tobacco free property located on 6 acres nestled in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina alongside Drymans Creek. We have just one rental unit, so booking a stay at Creekside, you will be the only guest. It is 800 square feet all on one level from your car to the door with bath and shower one step up. The unit has been remodeled on the lower level of our home overlooking Drymans Creek with a view of the mountains and a horse pasture . It has a covered deck and private entrance. It is most private and quiet. Listen to the serene sounds of the crystal clear water rushing over the rocks, take in the mountain view from the deck with the creek below. Watch horses graze in the neighboring pasture. Walk the creek taking in natures splendor. You might like to pan for gold or hunt for arrow heads in the creek! Hike the many trails nearby. You will especially want to visit Pickens Nose a rock outcrop on top of the mountain and stand at 5200 ft and look into the valley below. The Appalachian trail is nearby and water falls abound. Our area has been the setting for Hollywood movies too! The original "Fugitive" was filmed nearby. The train wreck is still visible too! "Deliverance", "Last of the Mohicans". Most recently "3 Bill Boards Outside Ebbing Missouri" to mention a few. If you are an antique motorcycle enthusiast you'll want to visit "Wheels Through Time" motorcycle museum showcased on TV as the show "What's in the barn". There's so much to see and do you won't want to leave! Motorcycles are welcome with easy access from highway. We have covered parking for motorcycles if needed. Also in the event of a motorcycle break down, we have a trailer setup for transporting large touring bikes and a good shop to take it to.
Please note our Rules & Policies.

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Steep hills/rushing water!

Events

No events allowed

No Gatherings... No events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No SMOKING inside!!! Out side premises only!

Use of ILLEGAL DRUGS are prohibited anywhere on pr

Limit noise between 10:00PM and 7:00AM

No additional guests overnight . No children. Wit

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

Note from host: No Gatherings... No events

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Otto

Located in Otto, this condo is in the mountains. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Osage Farm and Whistle Stop Mall. Andy's Trout Farm and Highlands Aerial Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Otto, NC

What's nearby

Andy's Trout Farm - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
Highlands Aerial Park - 20 min drive - 18.7 km
Mill Creek Country Club - 27 min drive - 26.6 km
Nantahala River - 56 min drive - 39.2 km

Restaurants

‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬6 min drive
‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
‪Cupboard Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Blue Hound Barbecue - ‬12 min drive
‪Valley Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Creekside in the Smoky Mtns. has a rejuvenating quality. Something we all need! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Creekside in the Smoky Mtns. has a rejuvenating quality. Something we all need!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Creekside in the Smoky Mtns. has a rejuvenating quality. Something we all need!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Creekside in the Smoky Mtns. has a rejuvenating quality. Something we all need! located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Andy's Trout Farm. Prentiss Bridge Stream Access and Chattahoochee National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

24 Oct 2025

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

Great place to stay. Host was very friendly and great recommendation for restaurants etc,.Ver central to so many places to visit -Sylva, Bryson city Highlands and beautiful drives thru mountains. Exceptionally clean!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena D.

1 Sept 2025

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

Lovely spot overlooking the creek. Property was impeccable, host was very pleasant and helpful. Enjoyed our visit very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

9 Dec 2024

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

Hidden gem

We enjoyed our stay. It was beautifully appointed, had everything that we needed, and was warm and cozy. The bed was very comfortable. The hosts were exceptionally helpful and were nearby for any questions. I would definitely recommend this listing.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We loved our stay! The owners were on site for anything we needed. The home was very Comfortable and private. We enjoyed it so much, we didn't want to leave!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

24 July 2024

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

Wonderful honeymoon!!

We had an amazing honeymoon at creekside! They are so welcoming and warm. They are very generous with their local wisdom but give you complete privacy!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

6 July 2024

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

Beautiful Place to Stay

Plenty of room inside and outside. All the amenities you can imagine.The outside areas and creek below are very relaxing as well as an open Mountain View from the porch. Very private and homeowners will answer any questions you have about the area. Would highly recommend a stay here!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

2 Aug 2020

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

Amazing Getaway

We had an amazing time, what exactly we were looking for. The hosts Joseph & Joceline great friendly people! Thank you for everything, hope to be back soon!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 Aug 2021

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

Wonderful

Wonderful! Property, home and hosts all wonderful! We so enjoyed our get away. So many things to do within a short distance of this beautiful, private and quiet haven!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

23 June 2021

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Very nice place

Nice, clean, well equipped.Everything was perfect!!!! Thank you very much

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

16 Mar 2023

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

Perfection. Well appointed with a rural setting. Bed was more comfortable than ours.

The property managers were a joy. Non intrusive but very friendly and available. We will definitely use this listing next time in the Franklin NC area.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H., Bamberg, SC

1 July 2019

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

Mountain Retreat

Beautiful setting with creek on the property. Great deck to sit out and listen to the creek and also a nice swing. This property was private but close enough to nearby historic towns to visit. Very clean and all amenities supplied. Looking forward to returning to this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

21 Oct 2022

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

Creekside.

Our stay at Creekside was wonderful! Joe & Joceline are the perfect host with a wealth of information to help you navigate The surrounding sites. The setting is beautiful, the house clean and cozy and amenities outside to enjoy nature.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Inverness

31 Oct 2021

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

Beautiful Creekside

What an AMAZING view! If you love sitting on the porch drinking your coffee and listening to the flowing sound of the creek this place is for you! It is a quaint little place with a lovely view! We will be back in the summer!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dina F.

28 June 2024

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

Ideal Stay for Peace, Beauty, and Rest!

I cannot rave enough! The Volks are gracious and Caring hosts who strike the perfect balance of help when needed and privacy for all. The apartment is well stocked, the view is amazing and the grounds are ideal. We walked the creek, saw lots of deer and wildlife, sat on the porch for hours and listened to the rushing creek waters. It was hard to leave.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharold H., Savannah, GA

27 Aug 2020

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

Creekside Stay

We had a lovely stay. We felt very welcome. The owner was absolutely committed to doing whatever he could to make our stay enjoyable. It was an unexpected treat to be invited to pick fresh blueberries and to be welcomed with fresh eggs. We would certainly consider staying in this property in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

MARK R., Macon, GA USA

30 Oct 2020

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

Consistently Excellent

We have stayed at Creekside three times so far this year during different seasons. Regardless of the time of year, Creekside has a character all its own. We enjoy the large porch, the well equipped kitchen, the sound of the creek, and the comfort of the huge bed.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Garry M.

25 June 2024

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40th Anniversary

Over all this was a great experience. Owners of the property were very gracious and helpful. The property its self was scenic and very relaxing. You are stay in the lower half of their residence but we didnt hear them at all. Again we cant say enough good things about this getaway . Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK R., Macon, GA USA

23 Jan 2021

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

It just doesn’t get any better than this.

It just doesn’t get any better than this. This was our fourth stay at Creekside and our first stay during cold weather. The pellet burning stove was a delight to watch as well as provide warmth. This has become our home away from home and we will be returning soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

14 Nov 2022

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Peaceful escape

J&J place is lovely. Joe greeted me when I arrived, he was so welcoming and shared with me all the different activities and places to explore around the area. They were available for anything I needed. Sitting on the porch and listing to the creek was my favorite spot. I also enjoyed walking along the creek and spending quite time there.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 May 2023

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

Paradise in NC.

Joe and Joceline’s home was beyond our expectations. It was perfect in absolutely every way. The accommodations, property being on the creek, and Joe and Joceline’s taking care of our every need was second to none! Oh, and did I mention the fire pit at night with the sound of the water in the creek was like a dream come true. We will be coming back for many more exciting adventures. Thank you, Joe and Joceline! Paul and Lin

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody B.

21 May 2025

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

Perfect Place for Peace & Quiet

My husband and I come frequently to Franklin, including twice a year for the wholesale gem show. We are quiet folks, and when we stay somewhere, a peaceful location is very important. We couldn’t have asked for a better place or location. The view of the mountain and the beautiful creek were exactly what we were hoping to find. We didn’t have time to enjoy the firepit, but I’m sure we will return and utilize it then. Everything was so clean and thoughtfully arranged. Everything we needed was provided. The notebook for guest information was perfect! We also enjoyed the information on places to eat. The furnishings were exactly right: a comfortable bed, comfy recliners, and a very well-equipped kitchen. Who could ask for more?While we didn’t have the opportunity to meet Joceline, we enjoyed our conversations with Joseph. Such a welcoming host!I’ve been coming to Franklin since the 1960’s, and I must say that I’ve never stayed in a more comfortable and welcoming place. We highly recommend Creekside!Thank you, Joseph and Joceline!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles K., Winchester, Kentucky

19 June 2023

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One of our best stays ever!!

Creekside was awesome!! It was a beautiful property inside and out! The inside was beautifully decorated, spacious, and everything we could possibly need was available. The kitchen was wonderful, bed was great, and the porch was probably our favorite. To sit together on the swing and just take in the beauty of the scenery and to hear the peaceful sounds of the creek was so relaxing and peaceful. Joseph was so kind to take us on a tour of the beautiful neighborhood but we were sorry we missed meeting Jocelyn. Again I can't emphasize enough that this was a perfectly wonderful stay with everything we needed and more!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M., Anderson, SC

26 June 2020

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Wonderful!

This is one of the best places in which we have ever stayed! The condo is wonderfully clean and has everything one needs for a cozy, comfortable get-away. The peace and serenity of Creekside is perfect for a respite from the new "normal". Joe and Jocelyn are wonderful hosts, giving as much (or as little) attention as needed. We were really happy with the sounds of the creek and the birds in the surrounding woods as well as with the sights of the horses playing in the field across the way, the chickens in their coop, the lovely garden and yard, and the sweet puppy Wally with his welcoming, waving tail and smiling face. We hope to visit again this wonderful mountain paradise.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

MARK R., Macon, GA USA

10 June 2020

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

Best. Hosts. Ever.

From the moment we arrived to the day we (reluctantly) departed, Joe and Jocelyn made sure we were comfortable and had everything we could possibly need. While they were very gracious they remained unobtrusive. The property is secluded but still less than 20 minutes from downtown Franklin. From the porch there is a very pleasant view of a broad stream with horses pastured nearby. We ate every meal for 10 days on the porch soaking in the serenity and slept with the bedroom windows open listening to the stream. We are already planning our next visit.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y., Elgin/Crossville

23 July 2020

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

Country Living in the New Age world.

We in enjoyed the quite landscape and babbling brook while relaxing on our shaded, totally comfortable, and secluded porch. John designed and built this lovely get away. We enjoyed the interior design too. It had everything we needed for our 3 day stay. The Highlands, NC was a beautiful short drive through the mountains. Where we spent a couple of shopping sprees. Our only negative comment: WiFi was iffy, but our host had mention that. He also told us that could change as the 21st century keeps getting closer to the remote corner of the state.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Joseph & Joceline

Joceline is a retired operating room RN with 28 years experience. Joseph, also retired is a jack of several trades. An auto mechanic, art gallery owner, heavy equipment operator and tractor trailer driver all crammed into 40 odd years. Still working part time on truck wreck recovery and driving a heavy wrecker.

Why they chose this property

When you experience it you'll know why! You just want to be here!!

What makes this property unique

Time seems to stop and stresses melt away while taking in the country side views and the sounds of the creek . A fantastic place to unwind from the fast pace of every day life.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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About the area

Otto

What's nearby

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Frequently asked questions

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10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Mary S.

10/10 Excellent

Dena D.

Dena D.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Hidden gem

Melissa C.

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Carol

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Wonderful honeymoon!!

Elizabeth C.

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Beautiful Place to Stay

Jack L.

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

Amazing Getaway

Esther B.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Very nice place

Maria W.

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Perfection. Well appointed with a rural setting. Bed was more comfortable than ours.

Robert B.

10/10 Excellent