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Buck Mountain Escape is a picturesque vacation rental in Franklin, NC, nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Nantahala National Forest. With easy access to trails, waterfalls, ziplines and more - you can hike or explore during the day. Then unwind on one of two spacious decks perfect for stargazing with family & friends.

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9.2 out of 10
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!

  • ‘Buck Mountain Escape’ | Multi-Level Furnished Deck w/ Grill | 5 Mi to Main Street Shops & Restaurants

    Endless outdoor recreation awaits at this picturesque 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental in Franklin, NC. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Nantahala National Forest, this home offers easy access to trails, tubing, and more! Hit the slopes at Ski Sapphire Valley or go on a rafting adventure before returning home for a round of pool by the fire!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
    - Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
    - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
    - Basement: 1 sleeper sofa
    - Additional Sleeping: 2 queen air mattresses

    OUTDOOR LIVING
    - Multi-level deck w/ outdoor dining table & grill
    - Adirondack chairs & rocking chairs
    - Corn hole

    INDOOR LIVING
    - 4 flat-screen TVs, books, stereo
    - 2 fireplaces
    - High-top table, dining table

    GAME ROOM
    - Flat-screen TV
    - Pool table
    - Fireplace

    KITCHEN
    - Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances
    - Drip coffee maker, Keurig, slow cooker
    - Spices, dishware & flatware
    - Island w/ seating

    GENERAL
    - Free WiFi
    - Central A/C, ceiling fans
    - Washer & dryer, iron/board
    - Linens, towels, hair dryer

    FAQ
    - Limited WiFi

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - 2-story home, 5 steps to enter

    PARKING
    - Garage (2 vehicles)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - Easy access to tubing, hiking, & ziplining in Great Smoky Mountains National Park & Nantahala National Forest
    - 4 miles to Rose Creek Mine
    - 14 miles to Cullasaja Falls
    - 23 miles to The Pines Recreation Area
    - 32 miles to Bryson City
    - 71 miles to Asheville Regional Airport

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - No pets allowed
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    - WiFi is available, but due to the property's remote location, the connection may be intermittent
    - This 2-story home requires 5 steps to enter

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin is home to this holiday home. Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Mason Mountain Mine
    7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Rose Creek Mine
    7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Gold City Gem Mine
    8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Old Cardinal Gem Mine
    8 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Slanted Window
    11 min drive
  • Caffe REL
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Bojangles
    7 min drive
  • Gondola’s
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! located?

This family-friendly Franklin holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Mason Mountain Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Mountain-View Franklin Retreat: Near Hiking! Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 34 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with wonderful view of mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely! Amazing view and great access to everything WNC has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great place!

This home is in a great location, beautiful views! The home was very clean and stocked with amenities. We would love to rent again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra H.

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

Birthday Wkend

We came to the property at the last minute for ours sons 9th birthday after our first cabin was canceled due to the Winter storm. The location was great for sledding right on the property, which is why we booked it. Turned out to be just as we expected. The house had all you needed. Nice soft beds. Great pull out sofa in game room. Only complaint would be The kitchen only had one pot and a few pans, but we made due with bowls in the microwave to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Walter W.

Nice but failed on service

Although the cabin was nice and the view was awesome, the cleanliness and service was awful. The cabin looked liked it hadn't been cleaned in awhile with layers of dust on the blinds and the bugs were really bad. WE FOUND A BLACK WIDOW SPIDER ALIVE IN OUR BEDROOM! The TV service was turned off. Called the owner of the property and she is still to call me back. No wash clothes to bath with. The towels stunk. We have stayed in many cabins in our time from Blue Ridge to Franklin. This one definitely is at the bottom of our list. Would not rent it again myself.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

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

Beautiful view

This property was really nice. The view was so pretty. We had a couple issues checking in, but the owner Jeanette was very responsive and had this solved quickly. She even bought us pizza for dinner that first night. I would recommend this property highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm H.

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

Great porches

It was everything we were looking for, great views fully loaded kitchen, good beds. And it was close to town for anything u might have forgotten.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya

Buck Mountain

Beautiful home and Beautiful views. Clean home. Wasn't crazy about the driveway but, have seen worse. Very comfortable place and had everything we needed. Definitely would recommend to stay there and would stay again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Amir A.

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

NC July 2021

Good location ,30 min drive to high elevation & water fall. clean property & well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Khushali

Location is amazing but stay was not comfortable, beware of bed bugs

We reached late at night on 26th, and when I woke up in the morning, I felt itchy on hands and legs. We suspected bed bugs and because we were planning to stay for 4 nights, we did not want to take any risks sleeping there again and so we checked out of the property on 27th itself. The location is amazing but the house needs some work. There was an uncomfortable smell in the basement. Only one front gas burner works. The 2nd bathroom is very small, we could not even fit in the shower. Overall, we felt it was not worth a stay for the price.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Heavenly View & Beautiful Home

House was really nice, and the view was exceptional. Dining on the outdoor upper deck was really pleasant. The master bedroom was spacious and comfortable as well as pretty. Pool table was a nice plus. My family enjoyed the stay in this beautiful home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Very relaxing and very well furnished!

Jeanette was awesome when we call with an issue! I highly recommend this property! Love the locations out of town but only 3-4 miles!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya O.

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

Amazing

Love this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth G.

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

Great time in Franklin

Great and clean property. Very nice appliances, new grill and kitchen was well stocked with all the dishes and cookware needed. Listing stated lock box with key however you actually use a code to enter the garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Perfect, relaxing getaway

Beautiful home with gorgeous mountain views. Kitchen was well-equipped, the house was immaculately clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The property owner/manager provided quick responses to questions. We were within a short drive to grocery stores and restaurants (most of which are offering takeout during the pandemic). We greatly enjoyed the decks and rocking chairs, but sadly didn’t have a chance to play pool or ping pong. The house was in a quiet, peaceful location that wasn’t crowded or touristy and was only about a 30-minute drive through beautiful countryside to the areas we wanted to hike, view waterfalls, or go zip lining. Would highly recommend this vacation home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barnie W.

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

Lovely property with awesome mountain view!

Excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alina Galliano & B.

Fantastic Value and Views

The location was central to everything we wanted. Easy to find, private but not isolated. Clean and up to date furnishings. Great communication with owner/manager. Actually it was more than we expected. Will definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hannah S.

Cute house but some disappointments

The house was very pretty and a great space for my family however the internet was extremely slow (forget watching Netflix) and also the cable channel selection was terrible, basically local channels only. The owner was very kind and offered to call Dish but it didn't really help. If you're looking for a great place and don't need fast internet or good TV selection (it rained all weekend for us) for relaxation, this is a great place but if those things are typically a part of your vacation, I would skip this rental. :(
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Clean and had everything needed for a good weekend

Happy with the place. We also liked how close it was to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre N.

Property was clean and spacious.

We will book this for our next trip to the area. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kyle Z.

Loved it!!

Beautiful home, perfect for families, and the views are amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Peaceful

Wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rena L.

I have stayed at this house twice. It is always clean and perfect for a women's retreat.

The location is ideal for getting away from hustle and bustle, but close to restaurants and shopping. The view in the morning while you sip your coffee is wonderful. Everything you need is provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

Breathtaking views

Spectacular! The views were amazing. The house is well kept, clean, and well stocked with everything we needed to prepare and cook our meals (Guest supply your own groceries of course)! It was brought to my attention the day before we left that the main bathroom door needs a little attention ( off track). Other than that... Perfection perfection perfection! Loved waking up to the sound of birds singing and the mountain views on the porch with a cup of coffee. I already suggested this home to friends and for us the home wasn't steep at all, compared to some other places we've rented.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

Beautiful Mountain Home

Other than a little trouble finding the home, everything else was a perfect fit. Beautiful home and mountain views. Easy access to Franklin and Sylva, NC. Also, not far from Highlands, Cashiers, Asheville.