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Franklin NC Visitor Guide
Cabins and
vacation rentals and Franklin information |
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Florida's Carolina Connection |
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Franklin North Carolina is a center of history,
heritage and the NC mountain way of life.
Franklin celebrated its 150th Anniversary in 2005 and
continues to honor it's heritage while embracing the future.
Nestled in North Carolina’s southernmost mountains, the
foothills of the Great Smokies, the Franklin area offers
both a slower pace and a abundance of things to do.
The area is
famous for is rural beauty, but not
isolated with access to major highways
US 23/441 and US 64, and major interstates I-40, I-26 and I-85. Atlanta,
Georgia is just 127 miles to the south, while Asheville is 65 miles
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Franklin NC Cabin and Vacation Rentals
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Rivendell Cabins offer 3
Cabins, mountain views, hot tubs, fireplaces,
DLS, dishwasher, washer/dryer, central heat/ac,
WIFI (one cabin with guest computer), phone, VCR & movies, porch with
seating, full kitchens, linens, everything
included.
$100-$150 nt, $475-$675 wk
Read our Cabin Blog
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Timber Frame Rentals are 2 luxury vacation
rental homes located between Franklin &
Highlands. The Pond House sleeps up to 6 with
views of the mountains from almost every room.
The Cottage sleeps up to 10 and sits in the woods
along a natural spring fed stream. Inside &
outdoor fireplaces, upscale furnishings, quiet,
peaceful location but close to all activities. All
the comforts of home and then some! $200 - $325 night,
$1300 - $2100 week.
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Log cabin rental with Smoky Mountains
view - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps up to 8.
Wrap around decks, wood-burning fireplace, gas
grill, Pet Friendly. Easy access on 4 acres.
$140 night, $900 week.
See photos and availability |
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 Franklin vacation cabin with incredible view
- 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeps up to 10.
Amazing 180 views from the wrap-around deck and
covered porch. Hot tub, gas grill, fireplace,
game room, central heat and air. $150 night,
$750 - $1050 week.
See photos and availability |
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 Mountain vacation home with beautiful
view of the Smokies - 3 bedrooms, 3
baths, sleeps 8. Lots of deck, grill, stone
fireplace and plenty or room for a family with
children. $75 night, $525 - $700 week.
Get details and availability |
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Beautiful mountain views -
2 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 4. Mountain
views in peaceful setting 12 minutes to
Franklin. Covered porch,
grill, wood stove, Pet Friendly.
$75 night, $450 week.
See cabin photos, details and availability |
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Riverfront vacation
rental - 2 bedrooms, 1 bath sleeps up to 5.
Riverfront rental with trout fishing, well-maintained swimming
hole., tubing. 3 decks to enjoy the rushing river. Internet,
gas grill, wood stove.
Check availability |
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Vacation home on the Little Tennessee River
- 4
bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeps 10. Wonderful river to
mountains view with rolling foothills 6 acre
landscape. Fireplace, hot tub, oversize deck
with gas grill, outdoor firepit. Tube, swim or
fish in the river. $165 night, $985 week.
See pictures and details |
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 Smoky Mountain Chalet with breath-taking
view - 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeps 10.
Wrap-around deck with amazing vista. Fireplace,
pool table, hot tub. 5 miles across the GA
border and 9 miles to Franklin. $165
night, $985 week.
Check availability and details |
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Two homes in one
- 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps
8. Two bedrooms
upstairs and one downstairs in a lovely studio
unit for extra privacy. Wood stove, gas grill,
HDTD, WIFI. Quiet mountain setting only 10
minutes to Franklin. $!30 - $!50 night, $700 -
$800 week.
Check Current Special rates. |
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Mountain log home rental above Cowee Valley - 4
bedrooms, 4.5 baths, sleeps 10. Wrap-around
porch with mountain views. 3 master suites, hot
tub, fireplace, game room with foosball, WIFI 5
TVs. On site hiking trails.
Get details |
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Log cabin rental on the river - 2 bedrooms, 1
bath, sleeps 6. Swim, fish, raft or canoe
right from your backyard. HDTV, Internet, picnic
table and charcoal grill. $93 - $110
night, $550 week.
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200 acre private paradise - 2 bedrooms, 1.5
baths, sleeps 4-6. Million dollar view of
mountains, pastures, clouds, streams and forest.
Gazebo picnic area with BBQ. Ten miles of trails
for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking or
ATVs. $750 - $950 week. Learn more |
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Vacation rental with stunning mountain views - 4
bedrooms, 4 baths, sleeps up to 13. All the
modern conveniences, fireplace, Internet, grill
and easy paved access. Located between Franklin
and Dillsboro close to gem mining and rafting.
Check availability |
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Super-sized mountain retreat - 6 bedrooms, 3.5
baths, sleeps up to 15. Mountain views,
wrap-around deck and covered porch, 2
fireplaces, gas grill, WIFI, Pet Friendly.
Located on 12 private acres in Cowee
Valley. $225-$325 night, $1400-$2150 week.
See rental photos and availability |
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Mountain Cabin with 47
mile view
3 bedrooms, 3 baths,
sleeps 8. Timberframe cabin
loaded with rustic elegance and
4 spacious decks. Indoor and
outdoor fireplaces, gourmet
kitchen, onsite creek, jacuzzi,
gas grill, HGTV, WIFI. Four wheel
drive, SUVs. $250 night, $1100
- $!300 week.
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Franklin cottage with a
view
2 bedrooms, 2 baths,
sleeps 4. Spotlessly clean and
cozy with a view you won't want
to leave. Spacious enough for 2
couples. $600 week.
Check availability and rental rates |
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Rustic |
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A Mountain Swiss Chalet(1)
Angel Mountain Cabin(1)
Aunt Dobson's Farmhouse (1)
Bates Cabins (8)
BearPaw Cabin (1)
Big Bear Log Cabins (2)
Carolina
Mountaintop Homes (3)
Carolina Vacation Home (1)
Chestnut Creek Cabin (1)
Colbert's Vacation Homes (1)
Corrieglen Cottages (2)
Dave's Place Vacation Cottage (3)
The Listening Point Cabin (1)
Longview Cottages (2+)
Mill Creek Resort & Country Club
Mini Niagara Falls (1)
Oak Grove Cabins (4+)
Ole Gregory Mine House (1)
Primrose Cottage (1)
Realty World Desoto Trail
Rest in the Mountains, LLC (50)
Rivendell Cabin (3)
River Bear Cabin (1)
River Run Cabins (3)
Sita Spell Cabin (1)
Sleepy Hollow Cottages (8)
Smokey Mountains Getaways
Taylor's Mountainside A-Frame
The Hideaway (5)
Timber Frame Rentals (2)
Turnstone Cabins (4)
Wayah Creek Cottages
Whispering Pines Deluxe Rentals
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Franklin
NC Bed and Breakfasts, Inns, Lodges |
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Blaine House Bed and Breakfast - a
Franklin favorite and 100 year old restored home. 5
guest rooms with private baths, antiques and
original artwork. Free WIFI and gourmet
breakfast. Specials offered/ Learn more... |
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 The Buttonwood Inn Bed and Breakfast - 3 guest
rooms with private baths, antiques, collectibles
and quilts. Quiet country charm in a woodsy setting.
Check for current specials |
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Carolina Motel - Guest rooms with
cable TV, WIFI, phones. Outdoor swimming pool,
play area. Complimentary breakfast and morning
coffee. Family owned and operated.
Check rates and availability |
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Comfort Inn Franklin - 60 guest rooms with king
or two queens, WIFI, newspaper. Indoor pool and
spa tub,
fitness center, businesses services.
Complimentary breakfast included.
Check rates and availability |
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Colonial Inn - Affordable Franklin lodging
with seasonal outdoor pool and free WIFI. 42
guest rooms, guest laundry, fax/copy services.
Pet Friendly. Rates begin at $56. Check rates and availability |
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The Heritage Inn
Oakhill Country Inn
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Franklin
Campgrounds, RV Parks,
Camping |
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Franklin Restaurants,
Entertainment |
 Caffe Rel - Whether you call
this special place a "diamond in the rough"
or say "you can't judge a book by its cover",
just about everyone agrees it's one of the best
places to eat in Western North Carolina - and
that's saying a lot. You'll find a variety of
upscale dishes from homemade Blue Crab Bisque,
to French Pot Roast, to Charleston Shrimp and
grits. There is also a good selection of lighter
fair such as Asian salad and homemade soups.
459 E Main Street, downtown Franklin
NC.
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 Cash's Smokehouse Barbecue
- "Falls off the bone" ribs and homecooked barbecue - Pulled Pork, Ribs,
Chicken & Brisket and homemade sides.
Primarily take-out with patio tables and
catering.
1281 Georgia Road, Whistle Stop Mall, Franklin NC
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Big Mamas Pizza House 1517 Bryson City Road Franklin, NC (828) 369-6063
Boone Thai Restaurant 553 Highlands Rd, Franklin, NC (828) 524-1111
The Boiler Room 1024 Georgia Road Franklin, NC (828) 349-888
Caffe Rel 457 East Main Street Franklin, NC (828) 369-94
Cody's Original Roadhouse 319 Carolina Mtn Dr. Franklin, NC (828) 369-8156
Cash's Smokehouse BBQ 1281 Georgia Road Franklin, NC (828) 524-8386
Cajun Connection
549 Highlands Rd., Franklin NC
Dooley's Deli 1256 East Main Street Franklin, NC (828) 349-3004
Fat Buddies 311 Westgate Plaza Franklin, NC (828) 349-4743
Fatz Cafe of Franklin
107 Sawmill Village Lane, Franklin, NC
Frog and Owl Mountain Bistro & Wine Bar 46 E. Main St (828) 349-4112
Gazebo Creekside Cafe' 44 Heritage Hollow Drive Franklin, NC
Hidden Gem Cafe'
24 Iotla Street, Franklin, NC
Hot Tommy Dogs 1159 East Main Street Franklin, NC (828) 421-8552
Jer's Kitchen
Whistle Stop Mall, 1281 Georgia Road,
Franklin NC
Lucio's Italian Restaurant 313 Highlands Rd Franklin, NC (828) 369-6670
Monte Alban, Inc. 2648 Georgia Rd Franklin, NC (828) 349-4484
Motor Company Grill 86 W Main Street Franklin, NC (828) 524-0099
Mulligans Bar & Grille
579 Depot Street,
Franklin, NC
Peking Gourmet 4527 Hwy. 441 Holly Springs Plaza Franklin (828) 524-8879
Peppermint Patti's Ice Cream & Sweets
17 E. Palmer St. (828)524-9966
The Pizza Factor 1024 Georgia Road Franklin, NC (828) 349-8888
The Restaurant at Mill Creek Resort
and Country Club 345 Country
Club Drive
Sprinkles Ice Cream Parlor 236 Cunningham Rd Franklin, NC (828) 524-2371
Stillwater Fish Camp Whistle Stop Mall, Franklin, NC (828) 369-5445
Sunset Restaurant & Curb Service 498 Harrison Ave., Franklin 828) 524-4842
Willys Bar-B-Que 240 Cunningham Rd Franklin, NC 2(828) 524-0414
Yati's International Bistro 2726 Georgia Road Franklin, NC (828) 349-9284
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Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
- Live music, dance and performances in
a 1,500 seat state-of-the-art facility.
Various genres of performance include
country, bluegrass, gospel, pop,
contemporary Christian, and more. The
stunning architecture, technical
facilities, and impeccable acoustics
provide the highest professional
standards for both the audience and the
performers |
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Franklin Restaurants,
Entertainment |
 People's
on the Square Since 1957, Peoples on the Square has
provided high quality clothing and shoes, at great prices, for men, women and children. Whether
you’re looking for winter coats, business suits or dress, casual or work
clothing, People’s can help you look your best. We carry a great
selection of athletic, dress and walking shoes, with name brands you know.
You’ll easily recognize that quality is our business when you come in
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Tanner Ladies Factory Outlet
4563 Highway 441 Bypass Franklin,
NC
Rose Creek Mine and Gift Shop
Lyle Downs Road, Franklin NC
Franklin Gemstone & Jewelry Warehouse
3002 Georgia Road, Franklin NC
The Gem Factory
3348 Georgia Rd, Franklin, NC
Franklin Flea Market
867 Highlands Road. Franklin, NC
Rosebud Cottage
46 E Main Street, Franklin NC
Gold City Jewelry and Gem Shop
9410 Sylva Road, Franklin, NC
Mountainside Chocolates
8565 Sylva Rd. (Hwy 441), Franklin, NC
Deb's Cats N Quilts
106 W.
Palmer St., Franklin, North Carolina
A Stitch in Time
23 Macon Center Drive, Franklin, NC
Cowee Gift Shop
&Mason Mtn Mine (TJ Tocks) 23
Macon Center Drive, Franklin
Ruby City
130 E.
Main St., Franklin, NC |
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Sports, Outdoor Activities |
Franklin Area Hiking -
This is
an area rich in the variety of hiking trails.
This list only covers a few. The
Appalachian Trail (Georgia to Maine) passes
just a few miles West of Franklin, and can be
accessed at many places. The
Bartram Trail also passes through Franklin,
going East-West, and offers many highlights.
A wide variety of trails offers hikes
of different lengths in the Cowee, Fishhawk, and
Nantahala Mountains.
Short Hiking
Trails: Rufus
Morgan Trail, Shot Pouch Trail, Wayah Bald
Lookout Tower, Wasilik Poplar Trail, Laurel
Falls Trail, Mooney Falls Trail, Albert Mountain
Firetower, Whiteside Mountain.
Medium Length Hiking
Trails: Standing
Indian Mountain from Deep Gap, Whiterock
Mountain via Bartram Trail, Park Creek - Park
Ridge Loops, Wesser Bald Observation Tower,
Siler Bald.
Longer Trails: Yellow Mountain Trail, Standing Indian Mountain
Long Loops.
For more information:
Forest Service, Wayah District |
Franklin area Gem Mining
The "Gem Capital of the
World" began with ruby and sapphire
mining in 1870. Corundum and other
minerals were mined Commercially for use
as abrasives, followed by Mining
Companies hoping to find the source of
the rubies found in the corundum mines.
By the early 1900s the mining companies
departed leaving the any furtuer mining
efforts to rockhounds, gem
enthusiasts and tourists.
Most local "Mines" offer the washing
equipment, instructions and
buckets of gem dirt for sale and charge
an admission. Check with each mine prior
to your visit to determine what type of
experiences you can expect and what you
need to bring with you - baggies,
gloves, etc.
Get a Gem Mine Map |
Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Gold City Gem Mine
Jackson Hole Trading Post and Gem Mine
Mason Mountain Mine and Cowee Gift Shop
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Rose
Creek Mine and Gift Shop
Sheffield Mine
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Franklin Waterfalls: Big
Laurel Falls - Go 9 miles west on
U.S. 64. Turn left on Wallace
 Gap Road
(Old U.S. 64) and go 1.5 miles. Turn
right on F.S. Road 67 (toward Standing
Indian Campground) and go 7 miles (5
miles past Back Country Information
Center). Trail runs along an old
railroad grade. After passing over
bridge, it splits; right ends at Big
Laurel Falls.
Mooney Falls -
follow the directions to Big Laurel
Falls, continuing for .7 mile past Big
Laurel Falls trailhead. A very short
trail descends to Mooney Falls. Roadside
parking available.
Rufus Morgan Falls - This easy one
mile loop trail is named after Rufus
Morgan, a naturalist who was
instrumental in developing the
Appalachian Trail. Take U.S. 64 for 3
miles west of Franklin. Turn right at
Wayah Bald directional sign. Take first
left onto Wayah Road (S.R. 1310). 6.6
Miles and then left of F.S. Road 388.
Trail 2.2 miles on right
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Franklin Golf Course, driving range,
pool
Mill Creek Golf Club resort
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Tom Hopkins, Fly Fishing Guide |
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Franklin area Attractions |
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T.M.Rickman General Store a part of the 370 acre
Cowee/West's Mill National Register Historic
District was acquired
by the Land Trust for the Little Tennessee
in August of 2007. Since then the
community has been active with fundraising,
making the purchase a reality. |
Scottish Tartans Museum
A visit to the Scottish Tartans Museum and Gift Shop in the Smoky Mountains is a stroll through the history and culture of
Scotland. The 4800 square foot location on Main Street in
downtown Franklin NC, showcases a large Museum
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The Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
Located in Franklin’s historic “Old
Jail” on Phillips Street across from the Macon County Courthouse, the Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum has thousands of
specimens on display including a local ruby weighing 2 ¼ pounds!
The museum was founded in 1974. |
Macon County Historical Museum
The Macon County Historical Museum on Main
Street in downtown Franklin is housed in the
J.R. Pendergrass building which is listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. The
building is an excellent and little altered
example of early twentieth century retail store
design. |
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| Franklin Art Galleries,
Crafts |
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North Carolina Mountain Made A retail store and website
created for the purpose of marketing the products of local mountain artists and craftsmen.
This site features a wide range of art, crafts, audio and video of
mountain music and storytelling, publications (books and magazines), home
accessories, and food products. It also showcases the artist or craftsmen
of the month as well as providing a calendar of regional events and performances. |
 Jon Houglum, Houglum Fine Art Studio and Gallery
Artist Jon Houglum captures the beauty of the
Western North Carolina Mountains in his free
lance oil paintings and commissioned work in the
traditions of the old masters. He displays a
masterful and accurate rendering of wildlife in
mountain landscapes that speak to the viewer
both emotionally and visually. |
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Find more
NC Artists here |
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1 bedroom, 1 bath sleeps 4.
Getaway to an authentic rustic
Cabin with a view of Cowee
Valley, Pet friendly. wood
stove. Property adjoins the
Nantahala National Forest. 20
minutes to downtown Franklin.
$75 night, $490 week .
One
of the last native gemstone *ONLY*
mines open to the public, and our
buckets contains a virtual treasure
trove of naturally occurring North
Carolina gemstones, including:
Rubies, Sapphires, Garnets,
Moonstone, Rhodolite, Rutile and
Sillimanite. These gems are
native to Cowee Valley, and many
found are of facet quality. 
