Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alicia T.
31 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alicia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Entire home·Private host
"The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing
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Escape to a peaceful retreat at this cozy 2 BR 2 BATH haven, nestled in a quiet park-like setting. Unwind on the covered porch, equipped with rocking chairs and outdoor dining space. The fully equipped kitchen features luxury sheets and towels for ultimate comfort.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
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About this property
"The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing
- 2 BR 2 BATH, 1Bed & Bath upstairs, and 1 Bed & Bath Down, Both Queen Beds.
Fully equipped kitchen, luxury sheets and towels.
Quiet peaceful park like setting, with rocking and eating covered porch.
we are 15 min. to Franklin 35 Min to Highlands. Tessentee Farm Wedding Venue is 1/4 mile, as is the Bartram Trail Head.
We are surrounded by numerus hiking trails, water falls, and magnificent views.
Other attractions include two local brewery's, gem mines the Greenway River Walk, many lakes, white water rafting, and family zip line.
Owners are close by for any of your needs. we want you to enjoy what we enjoy every day.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Porch/lanai
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Handrails in stairways
- No lift
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping on request
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off air conditioning
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
pets accepted
$80.00 pet fee
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Franklin, this cottage is in the mountains. Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Black Rock Mountain State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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What's nearby
The Factory18 min drive - 22.0 km- Tessentee Bottomland Preserve5 min drive - 5.4 km
- Prentiss Bridge Stream Access14 min drive - 14.1 km
- Whistle Stop Mall17 min drive - 20.7 km
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts18 min drive - 22.0 km
Getting around
- Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)93 min drive
Restaurants
- Starbucks18 min drive
- Siam Thai Cuisine7 min drive
- Subway13 min drive
- Redneck Romeo’s15 min drive
- Wendy's17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at "The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Prentiss Bridge Stream Access and Andy's Trout Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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"The Guest House" private ,quiet, peaceful, relaxing Reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn A.
29 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is such a sanctuary of relaxation and beauty. Sam, Mike and Tucker are such wonderful hosts. We LOVE visiting and hate leaving everytime.Lynn & John
Lynn A.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Glenn P.
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sam Mike and Tucker were all great host. Loved the quiet and relaxing view from the porch and surrounding property grounds. Great location for us to explore, but also to relax.Do not miss out on this "Guest House" as it and the host were all great. Hope to come back and explore more the area has to offer soon.Thanks Sam, Mike, and Tucker for a great stay.
Glenn P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
8 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Had such a great time at the Guest House! Perfect location and weather. Would definitely stay again if back in the area.
Beth W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mitch G.
24 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The BEST!!!!
This is by far the best VRBO experience we have had. Mike and Sam make you feel like you are at home when you stay at their guest house. The wine and homemade muffins were so good and thoughtful. I cannot say enough about the entire property. We will definitely be back soon!
Mitch G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lynn A.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Visit
The house is always clean and neat. The owner's attention to detail and knowledge of the local area is amazing. If relaxation is your goal this is the place to be. We will continue to visit in the future.
Lynn A.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frank O.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic summer at the cottage.
The cottage and location is even better than advertised.
The owners couldn't have been nicer and more friendly and helpful.
Highly recommend.
Frank O.
Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren R.
7 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest little cabin - super clean and well appointed. Owners are so super nice and made us feel welcome, even left us a tasty treat at check in!Would have loved a full length mirror and taller hook to hang a long dress from, but those missing things definitely did not take away from the house or our stay. Just personal needs is all. Would absolutely recommend staying here to anyone.
Lauren R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Catherine B.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Wonderful cabin. Gorgeous views. Fabulous hosts.
Catherine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John A.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time stay, still wonderful!
Love the location and respite from the heat of Hilton Head. Our Black Labrador was in doggie heaven with the cool mountain air and fields of grass to roll and romp in. Great front porch to relax on with an adult beverage, and Mike & Sam are great hosts. We will be back!
John A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
linda z.
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
What did I love about the Guesthouse ?EVERYTHING!Quiet, private, beautiful, no, gorgeous setting. The interrior; obviously done by someone with an extreme eye. My dogs woof fabulous. We are grateful.
linda z.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon C.
9 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy wonderful extremely nice place!
Sam, Mike are the perfect hosts. They make sure you have everything you need for a great weekend! Their golden doodle, Tucker makes sure you have entertainment. This was our third stay and we will be back. Would love to stay much longer if we could afford it❤️❤️❤️
Sharon C.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Lynn A.
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love It
The owners are amazing. Their attention to detail is impeccable. The cabin is always clean and neat. It is the perfect place to get away from hustle and bustle. “The mountains are calling and you must go.”
Lynn A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angie H.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our relaxing visit
When we arrived at the cottage, we were thrilled with the location, the curb appeal, and the friendly greeting from one of the owners. The property is immaculate and on entry to the cottage we were, again, beyond happy. The decor, the accommodations, the furniture were so beautiful, comfortable and well thought out. Our daily visits from Tucker just made Newt, my dog, so happy. We had a delightful, relaxing visit And definitely hope to return soon.
Angie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in lovely mountain setting
The Guest House is a gem. It is so cozy, clean, well stocked kitchen, and beautifully decorated.
It’s hard to leave the front porch.
Sam, Mike and Tucker are wonderful hosts.
Thank you for the delicious blueberry muffins and wine.
Look forward to returning in the spring!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stef B.
14 Oct 2023
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Perfection!
I stayed 4 nights with my parents and my dog. We had a wonderful time. The house is cozy and the property is amazing. We had everything we needed. It’s close to town and to visiting other towns like Highlands and Cashiers. We really enjoyed meeting Sam, Mike and of course Tucker. Hope to visit again next year!
Stef B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn A.
25 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome and Serene
The owners of this property have made it such an amazing place. This was our second stay at the property and for good reason. The house is always clean, neat, and feels like home. It is tucked away in the shadow of the mountains. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of life, this is the place to come. So, stop reading this review and book a stay right now. You will be glad you did.
Lynn A.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea G.
29 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
It’s hard to find words other visitors haven’t used. Perfect spot, location and pride of ownership. You can’t go wrong renting from Mike & Sam…. Tucker too. We will return and stay much longer. We know our dogs enjoyed their stay….they didn’t want to go home.
Mike & Sam have thought of everything!
We hope to be return visitors soon… it’s that perfect!
Andrea G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
John G & Cathy W.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Property
This is the second time for my wife and I stayed at the "Quest House". The reasons we came back is the first visit provided us with a super relaxing visit. The Guest House is located in a scenic quiet setting in the mountains of Franklin NC that provided us an opportunity to relax & unwind. Owners Mike and Sam are gracious hosts that can't seem to do enough for their guests. Unfortunately, the scale only 5 Stars because we give it a 10+. House was very clean and well stocked with all you would need for a great stay. Highly - Highly recommend!!
John G & Cathy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristyn W.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our New Favorite
This is by far the best VRBO stay my husband and I have ever experienced. The hosts, Mike & Sam, went above and beyond and even greeted us upon our arrival to see if we had any questions. The cabin is beautiful, well-maintained, and nestled alongside a serene creek. When we walked into cabin, there was a handwritten note, brownies, and a bottle of wine. The property was fully equipped with anything we could have needed or wanted for our stay, and immaculately clean. 10/10. The property is desirably located between Franklin and Highlands, and is nearby to numerous hiking spots, grocery stores, etc. We will be back! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Kristyn W.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Debbie P.
6 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quality Hosts and Home
Mike and Sam are truly genuine good people. They go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We loved everything about this property. It is so peaceful and secluded. The mountain views are gorgeous! The grounds are immaculate. Inside the home there is quality everywhere; the furnishings in the home and even the porch, the art, the towels, sheets and even the rugs!! The attention to detail is everywhere you look. We truly enjoyed our stay! Oh and yes Tucker; Tucker is so handsome and will steal your heart. Go ahead and book this home today, you will not be disappointed!! The Phillips
Debbie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Michelle G.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little spot of Heaven in NC
What a cozy, little spot tucked into the Nantahala National Forest area of NC! Definitely a gem of a find. Needed a getaway from the hustle and bustle and a base for some day trips around southern NC. The 10 hour drive to get there was well worth it. Set on a hill with a great outdoor fire pit, two porches, a picnic table, and lots of trees around a green lawn. Such a pleasant place to return to at the end of a hot day with the cooler temps of the shaded property in the late afternoon. Beautifully appointed front porch for early morning coffee sipping in the rocking chairs, as well as the perfect dining table to eat our meals cooked in the full kitchen. Short drive to several great little towns like Franklin, NC, to the north, and down to Clayton, GA, for groceries, restaurants, and cute shops. I only wish we had spent more time just relaxing at the house, which is what we did the last full day. We played the backgammon game provided living room out on the porch and took walks. Being Independence Day, who needed fireworks when we had popping fire embers, fireflies, and stars! Best part by far that made our experience feel extra special at The Guest House was the attention to the details around the rooms and the care the hosts extended in making sure we were comfortable. Plenty of towels and firewood on hand and good communication. Oh, and Tucker even came for a quick visit! Loved it so much, we’ve already booked another visit and plan to just enjoy the peace and quiet!
Michelle G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Monica B.
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Guest House is peaceful, relaxing and extremely clean. There is plenty of privacy, but feel secure with having the hosts near. Touches of Fall decor was beautifully designed that made for a welcoming and warm stay.
Monica B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
linda z.
5 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All wonderful and another full measure. Hosts kindness warmed our hearts.
linda z.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn A.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome
Our FAVORITE place to stay in the mountains.Sam, Mike & Tucker make it feel like home!
Lynn A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025