Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
9 min drive
The Factory
Place, The Factory
9 min drive
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
Place, Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
12 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Franklin
On river.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Harris Medical Park of Franklin. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
The Factory - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
Cullasaja Falls - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 12 min drive - 8.4 miles
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 24 min drive - 12.2 miles
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
Caffe REL - 7 min drive
El Charro Mexican Grill - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Haywood Smokehouse - 7 min drive
Bojangles - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!!
- RiverDance Lodge : We are happy to offer you the perfect location. A fine riverfront home in the heart of the Smokies, near numerous waterfalls. Well positioned for spending time indoors or outdoors, enjoying the Smoky Mts, exploring the Cullasaja River Gorge, and relaxing by the river. - This listing is the upper unit of a duplex, 4 guests max, no pets. - Best rates on the river, in this prime location! You will regret it, if you book a poor location, with difficult access, and no river-frontage - to save a few bucks! - The weight limit of the new hammock is 330 lbs, please do not exceed that. - Kayak on the Little TN river nearby. Trip terminates near a park in Franklin near McDonalds and a Brewery Pub. - Relax on the shaded deck, always a cool breeze. - Easy to find, paved to the door. It is heated and air conditioned, and available for rental all year. Each season has its charm and appeal. - Our rates are very competitive for the vacation that awaits you, 20% lower than competition!. Book it now before peak season rates go up. - Riverfront living with 300 ft frontage upstream on the Cullasaja River, up to 80 ft across here. Shallow enough for kids to play safely, under parental control. Great mountain views are common as you come and go to the store, or restaurant, etc, but prime riverfront is rare. - Fishing, and tubing fun, after the falls at the Exxon, when conditions permit, at your own risk. - If our river is low, tubes can be put in along the Greenway, enter off Highlands rd, Fox Ridge Rd between Lion King and old flea market. Also a park there. - Catalooche Valley Ski & Tubing Resort at Maggie Valley 30 miles - Quiet, except for the river, and the geese. Please do not disturb wildlife, or they will quit returning. - Enjoy a morning coffee on the deck, with the ever changing river rolling along its joyous way. Relax with the rocker, or view the river from the oversize patio door. - All of the comforts of the city, yet a relaxed mountain country atmosphere. The murmur of the river will lull you to dreamland, awaken to the songbirds, with beautiful views of the river, and forested hills beyond. Ducks, geese, and sometimes a beaver, frequent our section of the river. - Its perfect for two couples, or a family with some kids. It sleeps 4 easily, with 2 bedrooms with ensuite baths, and a new queen sofa by Ashley. - Give the correct number of guests before booking, and do not invite others without the owner's prior approval. - The lower unit is also for rent, it has two bedrooms and one bath. listing: www.vrbo.com/563461. For larger groups both units could be booked, total of 4br and 3 baths - will sleep 8, 4 car max. - Lay back on the double hammock, enjoy the day. . - Picnic or sit around the fire near the river. There is a picnic table, with two portable benches, next to the fire ring. Guests may use dead wood found on property, or buy firewood at Walmart Super Store nearby, Lion King or Ingles, or Tractor Supply. - A gas log fireplace was installed, but not in used now - Try our virtual fireplace dvd on flat screen tv, shot in HD, with all of the ambiance and sounds of a fire, or music to fit any mood or season, without the heat. - Fall and winter offer a relaxing indoor experience. Its warm and cozy. - The entertainment center has a flat-screen tv, connected to ROKU, and to the internet. Do not tamper with settings password or cables, or pay a fee. Roku was added on hdmi1 for Paramount +, and 1000s of movies! - The Smoky Mts are a rain forest, recycling the same water for ages, Dawn raises the misty water vapor, like smoke. Most days are sunny, and the rain clouds condense against the flanks of the cool mountains of evening, making the creeks and rivers run. - There are countless varieties of birds here, that disappeared from many other regions decades ago. Often the trails are as a tunnel thru rhododendrons or mountain laurel. The forests also are made up of many species of tree. In the fall the mountains come alive with vivid colors. Hummingbirds often come to the deck feeder. - We are dedicated with making sure that our guests have a relaxing good time, and experience as much as possible of the fun and scenery of this special place. - There are lots of fun activities in this area. Try your hand at sifting river gravels for rubies, sapphires, and garnets, at the Cherokee or Sheffield Mines. Drive to the top of mile-high Wayah Bald, for long-range views, and climb to the top of the old fire tower. Scenic drive to Bryson City, take the steam train to river rafting. - There are numerous marked trails for hiking, alone, or with a group. Rock Shops and antique stores abound. See Nantahala Hiking Club. - We can help provide maps and brochures for the many scenic sites and attractions in the region. Info left in cabin. - Ask us about directions to our special places! - Nearby Cliffside Lake Recreation Area to swim, fish, and hike - The property is at near 2100 feet elevation, warm days and cool nights, without the cold and windy severity of being higher. - Try your luck at the Harrah Casino in Cherokee or Murphy. Spend a fun day at Standing Indian Campgrounds, or visiting Bavarian Helen, or Tallulah Falls. - The road to the home is scenic highway 28/64, take a drive to Highlands, Cashiers, or Dillard. The waterfalls are along this road. Nearby are Cullasaja Falls, Dry Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Quarry Falls, Whitewater Falls, and Glen Falls. Biltmore Mansion is just over 1.5 hour away. - Dollywood Theme Parks, with Splash Country Water Park is only 45 miles away, with scenic highway. Also Otter Creek, 7th Inning, and Discovery Island Water Parks near Greenville SC. - Be sure to see the Great Smoky Mts National Park, and take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, also a national park, a short ways north. - On vacation rentals, a 5 star review is not reserved for luxury cabins, it means that the property was as described. Less than 5 star reviews hurts our ranking. If there is a problem please let us know. We strive to make your vacation wonderful.
* LISTED IS THE UPPER HALF OF A DUPLEX. - PARKING LEVEL
*** Best Value = Unbeatable Rates! ***
- $100 Sanitized Cleaning Fee. - Parking for 2 cars max, no rv or trailer - 4 Night Minimum . 4 Guests Max - In after 4pm, Out by 11am, or pay a fee. - Less than a 4 star review shows dissatisfaction to all concerned, they are not welcomed back. - Do not tamper with or unplug the smoke or CO detectors, or a fee. - For larger groups, both units 4/3 can be booked, sleeps 8, 4 car max. - Until confirmed, rates can change at anytime. - Holidays may require a longer booking
THINGS TO SEE AND DO : - The Greenway offers a walk along the Little Tennessee River of nearly five miles, a mountain bike trail, picnic shelters, playgrounds, disc golf, a boat ramp, canoe put-in, fishing spots, historic bridges, interesting flora and fauna, and things to be discovered. - Several Waterfalls within 10 mile - We provide Floats, to 'Tube' the river, when conditions permit. - Discoverfranklinnc com Map - Cliffside Lake Recreation Area - Sequoyah Lake, Dam, and Falls near Highlands - For high adventure try the thrilling ziplines at highlands aerial park. - The Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 'Pickin' on the Square, downtown Franklin at the Gazebo on the Square on Saturday nights 7-9 in summer, near courthouse toilet. Free! 2 folding chairs provided in closet. - Historic Franklin and Nikwasi Mound - 3 miles - Ruby mining - 8 miles - Flea Market on Highlands Rd toward Franklin - Cherokee Harrah Casino - 20 miles, or Murphy Casino - Great Smoky Mts NP - 25 miles - Blueridge Parkway NP - 20 miles - Bryson City Great Smoky Mt Railroad - 20 miles - Nantahala River Rafting - 20 miles - Biltmore Mansion Asheville - 50 miles - Tallulah Falls and Park - 30 miles - Nantahala Hiking Club offers local Hikes. The Appalachian Trail and the Bartram Trail are nearby. - Bike or walk on the 5 mile Greenway, or try the Swinging Bridge Bike Trail. - Chunky Gal Riding Stables or Dillard House Stables - Enjoy a day on Lake Glenville, surrounded by beautiful mountains. Visit Andrews Park there, swim, fish, picnic, incredible scenery. - Free travel brochures at the Smoky Mt Visitor Center S on GA rd.
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Note from host: smoking permitted on deck, if kept clean
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
- Return hammock and floats to unit when not in use.
- Turn off bbq gas at tank, when not in use.
- No additional guests without owner approval.
- Allow 5 minutes between thermostat changes.
- No Pets
- River activities are at your own risk.
- No more than 4 people max on the property per unit!
- Do not unplug smoke or CO detectors.
- $25 fee if Netflix password is tampered with.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
4 guests max, 2 cars max
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted on deck, if kept clean
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: 4 guests max, 2 cars max
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: 4 guests max, 2 cars max For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
How close is Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!! to the airport?
This vacation home is 74.5 mi (82-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Best of Smokies - Riverfront, Waterfalls, Unforgetable - Got It All - DEAL!! to downtown Franklin?