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  • The Lazy Bear Retreat

    Address: 378 Breeze Wood Drive,
    Bryson City
    NC
    28713
    Office : 828-488-2797
    Come relax at The Lazy Bear Retreat, perfect for 6 people with two bedrooms (1 queen bed and 2 twins) and 1 loft where the king size bed oversees the inside of the cabin and the outdoors.  2 full bathrooms.  Fully furnished kitchen, BBQ, Netflix, Internet and Washer/dryer.  Unwind on the deck in the rocking chairs.  Quiet area.
  • A Sapphire Inn

    Address: 761 E Main St
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Featuring a perfect getaway motel in Franklin, North Carolina when planning that beautiful mountain vacation filled with several exciting activities in the Gem Capital of World. Franklin, North Carolina is located in Nantahala National Forest. Sapphire Inn is close to many hiking trails including Appalachian Trail & Bartram Trail, waterfalls, gem mining, golf courses, boating, fishing and much more. Sapphire Inn offers free Wi-Fi and pet-friendly accommodations in Franklin, just 20 miles from Cherokee where jackpot awaits you at Harrah's Casino. Free private parking is available on site. Certain rooms include views of the mountains or city. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or shower. A flat-screen TV is provided.
  • Lakehaven on Lake Nantahala

    Address: 178 Alpine Shores Lane
    Topton
    NC
    28781
    Stacked stone and hand hewn beaned mountain home located on pristine Lake Nantahala with crystal clear water and gorgeous views.  Lakehaven has large great room with adjacent dining, kitchen and large screen porch with fireplace on terrace level.  Five bedrooms in main house with four baths.  Bonus guest room over garage with bath for additional fee.  Sleeps 14 to 18.
  • Wayah Creek Cabins – Bear’s Den

    Address: 3444, Wayah Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Office : 828-342-4216
    Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. The "Bear's Den" is a one bedroom, rustic, unique and cozy cabin, located in the Great Smokey Mountains of North Carolina. Surrounded by the beautiful mountains, it is the perfect getaway for couples looking to relax, escape city life and unwind. The inside is rustic with barn wood accents, including barn wood window shutters, and a beautiful, hand crafted grey and brown barn wood queen size bed, a pebble stone tiled floor in the bathroom with glass shower doors, and plush bathroom towels. Relaxing in the hot tub is the perfect way to end a long day of sightseeing, which is complete with lights and a waterfall feature. Our property has easy access all year long with a flat driveway. The Appalachian Trail is about 15 minutes away. The property is 12 minutes to downtown Franklin. Our beautiful town is an “Appalachian Trail Community” and attracts many hikers and people just wanting to see our exquisite waterfalls, mountain lakes and majestic mountains. We would like to welcome you to Franklin, NC!
  • Highlands Pass

    Address: 1101 Hickory Knoll Ridge Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Toll Free: (877) 727-7835
    Highlands Pass is a breathtakingly beautiful, gated mountain community surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest on 3 sides. Here you'’ll find spectacular views, peaks and valleys, creeks, waterfalls, hiking trails and caves to explore. Build your dream home on this incredible land that can revitalize your spirit and rejuvenate your soul.
  • Cave Creek RV Campsite

    Address: 424 Kelly Cove Road
    Macon County
    NC
    28734
    Office : 828-524-2611
    Quiet, private, single creekside RV site nestled in the Burningtown region of Macon County.  Complete hook up - water, electric and dump station. $40 - 1 night $250 - 1 week $850 - 1 month 20 minutes to Franklin 20 minutes to Nantahala Outdoor Center 40 minutes to Great Smoky Mountain National Park 1/2 mile from Burningtown Creek 2 1/2 miles from Little Tennessee River Shop at on-site pottery gallery! Perfect for all who love biking, fishing, hiking, paddling and enjoying scenic beauty
  • The Great Outdoors RV Resort & Cabins

    Address: 321, Thumpers Trail, Brendletown
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    The Great Outdoors RV Resort is open year round and the only Perfect 10/10*/10 rated resort in the Smoky Mountains!  We have Cozy cabins for those that do not have an RV.  For those that do have an RV we offer wide paved roads with EX access, big rig sites with full hook-ups, 30/50 amp, fire pit, picnic shower/bathrooms, community fire pit, and a clubhouse that Rally Groups rave about!  All of this in beautiful Franklin, NC.
  • Franklin RV Park & Campground

    Address: 230 Old Addington Bridge Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Come Relax in the Smokies! Open April through November - We offer a clean, peaceful, and relaxing environment where guests feel welcomed and respected. Pet friendly. Can accommodate large and small units and offer 30 and 50 amp service, wifi, cable, a fire ring, and picnic table at all sites. We have a charming little bath house with separate men's and women's facilities and a stunning pavilion equipped with a large stone fireplace and ample seating for camper gatherings, potluck meals, and live music. Badminton, horseshoes, and yard games keep campers busy. Come as a guest, leave as family!
  • Downtown RV Park

    Address: 160 Heritage Hollow Drive
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Singing birds in the trees will wake you at beautiful Downtown RV Park.  Wooded, intimate park with spacious sites in downtown Franklin.  Park & Walk to all that downtown has to offer!  (Voted Top Small Town 2015 Blue Ridge Outdoors!)  30 Amp, full hookup, grill & picnic table each site, laundry, wifi, pet friendly, private shower rooms.  Sit around the fire & make new friends!
  • Pines RV Park & Cabins

    Address: 4724 Murphy Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Open Year Round with all Facilities Fully Operational, Quiet Peaceful Setting, Paved Roads, Spacious Sites can accommodate 45’ RV’s to Tents, Free Wifi, Spotless Bath Houses, Laundry, Rec. Room, Limited Store with snacks, ice and wood, Playground, Horseshoes, Shuffleboard, Basketball, Daily-Weekly-Monthly-Seasonal & Yearly Rates available, Vacation Cabin Rentals, RV Storage.  Many nearby attractions.  Family Owned and Operated and YES Pet Friendly too.
  • Cat Creek Lodge

    Address: 109 Holly Springs Village Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Cat Creek Lodge boasts seven one-bedroom suites, all with private baths, a personal kitchen area, and screened-in porches. Take a dip in our large swimming pool, relax by the fire pit, or prepare a meal on our outdoor grill. Historic downtown Franklin is less than two miles away with many interesting things to do.
  • McTernan Manor, LLC

    Address: 1689 Old Murphy Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Office : 828-342-8237
    Built circa 1888, McTernan Manor is a beautifully appointed historic home offering elegant accommodations in a tranquil setting.  Each room has its own en suite and guests have access to the common areas such as the dining and sitting rooms, kitchen, on site laundry and fire pits. She is also available for community and business gatherings as well as events such as family reunions, weddings, engagement parties and graduations.
  • Stay Nantahala Cabins and Luxury Yurt Rentals

    Address: 8429 Wayah Road
    Topton
    NC
    28781

    Our cabin rentals and luxury yurt rentals at Lakes End Marina are located on beautiful Lake Nantahala, surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains.  At an elevation over 3,000 feet, we are located between Franklin and Murphy North Carolina, about two and half hours northwest of Atlanta or about an hour and half from Asheville.

    Come visit Lake Nantahala's only lake front marina & boat rental and restaurant and stay in our mountain lake cabin rentals or yurt camping

         
  • Big Bear Cabin Rentals

    Address: Bruin Ridge Trail Off Wide Horizon Drive
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Big Bear Cabin Rentals are located on a quiet, wooded mountainside conveniently off of Hwy 441 in Franklin. Our cozy, fully furnished vacation cabins feature rustic furnishings and décor, all-inclusive amenities, and FREE WI-FI. With two and three-bedroom properties available for nightly and weekly rental, we have options for both small and large groups. Book online today!
  • The Vineyard at High Holly

    Address: 37 High Holly Road
    Macon County
    NC
    28775
    Office : 828-482-5573
    Welcome to They Vineyard located on the Highlands Plateau!  From the moment you arrive at our front gates you will feel at home.  Whether you are coming for a special event or an extended stay we will do everything in our power to make sure that your visit is memorable.  The vineyard is nestled on nearly 30 acres of lush, rolling hills and boasts a working vineyard, award winning dahlia garden, pond and waterfalls, event pavilion, community area and walking trails throughout.
  • Rolling Thunder River Company

    Address: 10160 Hwy. 19 West
    Bryson City
    NC
    28713

    The rapids are just the start of your adventure! Rolling Thunder River Company has been entertaining families and thrill seekers for 40 plus years. Join the ONE MILLION, and counting, who have EXPERIENCED the most memorable river trips possible.

    Come explore the deep valleys of Appalachia and raft the most renowned rapids of the Southeastern part of the country: the Nantahala, Ocoee, and Toccoa rivers. Discover why millions are attracted to this region every year.

  • A Captain’s Cabin

    Address: 286 Sheldon Miller Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    The log cabin was originally built in 1838. In the mid seventies the cabin was relocated from nearby onto a modern foundation perched upon the top of the hill. At this time of reconstruction a back kitchen & dining room, garage, second floor with 3 bedrooms and 3 covered/enclosed porches were added. Over the past few years the interior has been renovated and modernized. What a charming setting for a very private little getaway or busy family gathering. With plenty of overflow space, all the kids can run and play right out front on the hills of grass while the adults relax on the porches enjoying the sound of running brooks and the spring fed waterwheel. Peace and seclusion are just a few of the attributes found here. A Captain's Cabin on 'Little Onion Mountain' has over five acres to roam without ever leaving the property. Yet it's conveniently located minutes to downtown Franklin, grocery stores, restaurants and 5-20 miles from 4 fabulous waterfalls, world class hiking in the Nantahala National Forest and the town of Highlands.
  • River Vista Mountain Village

    Address: 960 GA-246
    Dillard
    GA
    Toll Free: (888) 850-7275
    Open year around surrounded by the Georgia mountains.  Great sites with cable TV and wi-fi , laundry, bathhouses, indoor/outdoor pool, clubhouse, fitness center, basketball court, picnic pavilions, BBQ grills, horseshoe, outdoor theater, conference center,  social activities and furnished rental cabins. Groups welcome! Conference Center seat’s 225 people, w/2 kitchens.
  • Colonial Inn

    Address: 3157 Georgia Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    30 attractive rooms featuring 2 double beds or a king bed, cable tv, free wifi, breakfast and more.  All rooms provide excellent heating and cooling.  We are open year round with daily and weekly rates available.  We are also pet friendly and handicap accessible.  Call us today to make a reservation!
  • The Cabins at Long Branch

    Address: Clinton Cabin Road
    Nantahala
    NC
    28781
    The cabins are identical in design.  Yet the unique, handcrafted furnishings give each a distinctive look.  Each has two bedrooms, beautiful stacked stone fireplaces, large, covered porch with rockers, and beautiful distressed plank flooring.  There's central heat and air, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, ceiling fans and all the modern conveniences of home.  Two bedrooms, fully furnished with all new appliances, these cabins are perfect for a weekend getaway or a family vacation.  Fully furnished kitchen, full size washer/dryer, each cabin sleeps six in a secluded wooded setting at 3500 feet.    Available year round.  Enjoy our cool summer temperatures, colorful fall foliage, beautiful winter snows and our spring flowers and wildlife.
  • MSM Properties

    Address: 250 Depot St #1118
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    MSM Properties - Real Estate and Property Management - Appreciates your business.  My goal is to help you find your next Home, confident that is best suited for your lifestyle, whether  a single family residence, a Condominium or Townhouse.  Looking for vacant Land for investment or building your dreamhome?  Whatever your needs, I love to make the "perfect match."

    And if you are interested in Rentals and Property Management, as an experienced property manager I can help you with that too.

  • Buckwood Log Lodge

    Address: 75 Doe Falls Rd
    Highlands
    NC
    28741
    Toll Free: (866) 524-4811
    Located in the land of the Waterfalls between Franklin and Highlands, North Carolina, Buckwood offers a relaxing mountain vacation setting. Awaken to the sound of rushing Buck Creek, relax in a porch rocker, hike mountain trails or take in many nearby attractions including the Biltmore Estate, gem mining and horseback riding.
  • Carolina Mountain Rental

    Address: 2541 Bryson City Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Joshua's Lodge is a unique vacation rental owned by Carolina Mountain Rental, Inc.  It is called the "Family Fun Place" for family reunions and group vacations. Joshua's Lodge sleeps 16 and uniquely provides an abundance of amenities such as a hot tub, pool table, popcorn machine, snow cone maker, ice cream maker, smore maker, coffee maker center, fire pit, and more, all with provided supplies.
  • Smoky Mountain Park and Lake View Retreat

    Address: Bryson City
    Bryson City
    NC
    28713
    Office : 828-736-1074
    Smoky Mountain Park and Lake View Retreat is located in beautiful Bryson City, NC.  Standing on our front porch you are looking directly at Fontana Lake and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  Outdoor adventure, food, shopping and fun can all be found between 5 and 15 minutes away.  After a day filled with exploring, relax by the firepit, soak in the Cinderella slipper bathtub or just sit on the porch and take in the incredible view.  We welcome you to our peaceful retreat in the mountains and hope you enjoy your time here.
  • Carolina Motel

    Address: 2601 Georgia Rd
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Carolina Motel is a beautiful American owned property located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains,  We offer spacious guest rooms, as well as, cedar log cabins and weekly vacation rental homes.  We pride ourselves on cleanliness, as well as, our guest's comfort and needs. Our amenities include pool, free wifi, fire pit, free parking, free continental breakfast, and all non smoking rooms.  
  • A Little Slice of Smokey Mountain Heaven

    Address: 746 Dellwood Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Beautiful two bedroom/two bath home near Franklin offering panoramic views overlooking Iotla Valley and the distant Blue Ridge Mountains. A covered deck, fully furnished kitchen, living room with fireplace, tv/vcr/dvd, satellite dish, outdoor gas grill and ceiling fans throughtout. Air conditioned through the summer months. Just ten minutes from downtown Franklin and local gem mines. Pet friendly.
  • The Barn at Bhakti Manor

    Address: 2907 Leatherman Gap Road
    Franklin
    NC
    28734

    The Barn at Bhakti Manor hosts spiritual and yoga-related retreats and classes in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of North Carolina.

    Our comfortable, newly-renovated facility is situated on 20 acres of land in the quiet solitude of the Smoky Mountains. Formerly a working farm, the Barn at Bhakti Manor has been transformed into a sacred space for community events, yoga classes and spiritual workshops.

  • Sleepy Hollow Mountain Cabins

    Address: 130 Sleepy Hollow Lane
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    Office : 828-347-0882
    Our concept is immaculate, updated, unique, affordable, family vacation rentals.  We have 8 cabins on 7 acres, from 1 to 4 bedrooms, right outside of Franklin in Cowee Valley, the gem capital of the world.  You will find 5 gem mines within 5 miles.  Sleepy Hollow is centrally located and the perfect spot for day trips to various attractions in the area.  Hiking, waterfalls, golf, river rafting and tubing just minutes away.  Pet and children friendly.
  • Cherokee Mountain Cabins

    Address: 61 Bear Creek Road
    Nantahala
    NC
    28781
    Toll Free: (866) 77C-ABIN
    Nantahala Luxury - Dreaming of a getaway in a picture-perfect smoky Mountains log cabin rental? Our hand-crafted cabins are on a scenic mountain stream near Nantahala Lake, just minutes from rafting and trout fishing. Secluded, rustic and elegant with upscale amenities, fireplaces and hot tubs. One, two and three bedrooms. Group pavilion.
  • Olive Hill Vacation Rentals

    Address: 55 Roper Road, Franklin, NC
    Franklin
    NC
    28734
    We specialize in providing affordable, clean, comfortable, private vacation accommodations in historical homes renovated and restored with modern travelers in mind.  "The Old Campbell Farm" and The Dock Barnard Farm", both establised in the late 1800's, are conveniently located in beautiful Iotla Valley near many interesting and exciting Western NC venues.  We do have a two-night minimum stay. The Old Campbell Farm is located at 55 Roper Road, Franklin NC  28734.  The Dock Barnard Farm is located at 95 Dock Barnard Lane, Franklin NC  28734.
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    Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce


    98 Hyatt Road • Franklin, NC • 28734
    Phone: 828-524-3161


    E-Mail: facc@franklin-chamber.com

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