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THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • The Factory
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this vacation home is a 1-minute drive from Nantahala National Forest and 6 minutes from Harris Medical Park of Franklin. .This vacation home is 22.2 mi (35.8 km) from Western Carolina University and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Ruby City Gems & Minerals.
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What's nearby

  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • The Factory - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 22 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 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.

THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View

Hilltop Home nested in the trees with a beautiful view of the mountains & bird lovers paradise!
* Beautiful Mountain view
* Wide screened porch with rocking chairs
* Central AC & Cable Television
* Two bedrooms / Two bath
* Bedroom 1- Master- Guaranteed most comfortable bed in Franklin! Prana Sleep King bed.
* Bedroom 2- Single beds
* Extensive DVD Library & Board Games
* DISH Network Satellite TV
* WiFi throughout
* Central AC & Heating
* On a quiet mountain close to Main Street, Shops, Breweries, & Grocery
* Just 8 min to the base of Highlands Mtn!
* BBQ Grill
* DOWNSTAIRS OPTIONAL ADD ON- Downstairs room available to rent ONLY as an add-on to existing reservation making the total 3 bedroom 3 bath. Optional downstairs room includes a King Bed & 1 set of Bunk Beds.
* COVID 19 Update * We take your health and safety seriously. We now add a 48 hour block to the front and back of every stay to allow time for the property to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized by our cleaning crew.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Satellite programming along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free vacation home offers a video library.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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THE BEAR DEN - Franklin's Most Beautiful Mountain View Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It felt like home at the Bears Den. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Naples, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Always enjoy staying here.

This is the 4th time (I think) that we've chosen to stay here, because of the great location near town, while still being out in a woodsy area. Very comfortable inside and well equipped with the necessities.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Getaway

Easy to get to, clean and comfortable. Needs just a little more care to Older adults in the bath room with hand rails by the shower and toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROY M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded Haven

Very nice property with everything you need for your stay. Wonderful location, close enough to Franklin but yet secluded at the same time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to decompress

The place is well kept. It has everything you need while away from home. The kitchen is equipped with everything need to prepare any meal. We had excellent communication both before and during our stay with Jenna. Great view off of the completely screened front porch. Overall, our stay was excellent, if we find ourselves back in the Franklin area, we will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Getaway

Very comfortable and great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Holiday Stay at the Bear Den

This was our 2nd stay at the Bear Den. The house is cozy and very well appointed. The beds are the most comfortable we have ever slept on. The stay was a little to cool for much time on the porch, but we certainly enjoyed the fireplace! Convenient for Polar Express Train, Franklin and Dillaboro.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The property is well maintained and exceeds description! The master bed is amazing! Nothing negative to say. We had a great time, location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donny B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain retreat

Loved it. Great opportunity to recharge the batteries.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ida S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The location has an amazing view and the Bear Den is clean and inviting!

Great place, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary 41 years

Awesome! Perfect location several towns within driving distance. We went to the pumpkin roll festival in Franklin and the next day we went to a festival in Maggie valley. We visited Highlands, cashiers, Sylva, Waynesville and Maggie valley. The Bear den has the perfect view. So relaxing to sit on the porch in a rocking chair and enjoy the view. It never gets old. We would definitely go back and we highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Home

We loved the location close to everything yet very private with the most beautiful view of the mountains. We were there during the storms in western NC. We never lost power or the internet. Watching the TV of all the destruction news man said if you can see this you are among the few. It's our new favorite place to stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mladen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G., Murrieta, ca

Liked: Cleanliness

The Bear Den

This is a great place to charge your batteries. The bird feeder brings in Squirrels, and a huge variety of birds. We never turned on the TV. For 5 days and it was bliss.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne f.

Liked: Cleanliness

convenient

Everything we needed and more,quiet area,easy access to all of our favorite hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Naples, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

A comfortable place in a great location

This is the 3rd time staying here, and we enjoyed it like we have before. Very comfortable to stay here, with two nice recliners, so no arguments on who gets the "good one." :) Love the location that is close to town but off in a secluded woodsy area. Will try to come again next year, I'm sure.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway

The cabin is just as listed, perfectly close to town yet secluded! We enjoyed everything about the cabin and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view!

Very clean and furnished with EVERYTHING you might need. Single lane road proved challenging on one occasion when we came head to head with 2 other vehicles and a ditch on each side. Driveway near by enabled us to pull over a little…but not too far as backing down the driveway would be difficult. Driveway to our house was steep but much better. Good shopping and eating in town plus easy drive to Waynesville and Cherokee.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Peaceful place Close to everything ..But quite and Lovely

Would definitely return to The Bear inn canins
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable.

Clean, attractive, well stocked with necessities - nothing more could be asked for. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryann L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect mountain vacation.

The property is even better than the pictures. Perfect for families. Close to town, but still so peaceful. The home had everything you need, and then some. They provide more than most of the cabins I stayed in. It’s very clean. The view is beautiful. I tried to book for Thanksgiving and the same week after Christmas, but it’s already booked. As far as the other comments, the garbage is very easy to dispose of - drive through j&b, a few minutes from the house, and throw everything in the dumpster. The little potato bugs are harmless and part of being in the mountains. The master beds mattress is very soft. My husband prefers a more firm mattress, but everyone has their preference. I would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Personal retreat

Great stay, beautiful views! Seamless check in and communication. Super comfortable bed and plenty of DVD’s for rainy occasions!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calvin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

We had an amazing time during our stay. We came from Florida and were excited about the weather change. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. Franklin has a few good restaurants, we really liked Bent Willow Bakery and caffe Rel. Went to the Highlands for the waterfalls (beautiful!), but the road is no joke! Loved sitting on the porch watching the birds. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Naples, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this house.

This is the 2nd time we've stayed here. We came back because the location is close to town while still being in a woody private area. A nice mountain view off the porch. Having two recliners means nobody stuck on the sofa.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023