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Mountain Luxury: Deck Dining, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Coffee Bar, Live TV, Fast Wifi

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8242 sq m

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Franklin, NC
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad28 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmokey Mountain Trains Museum29 min drive
  • Popular LocationBryson City Gem Mine29 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)87 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain Luxury: Deck Dining, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Coffee Bar, Live TV, Fast Wifi

Escape to 'Lost But Found'—your serene haven in the Smokies. Perched at 2,670 ft, this gated retreat offers two levels of luxury with stunning mountain views. Delight in a kitchen equipped for any chef, a 3-option coffee bar, and cozy evenings by the wood-burning stove. Outdoors, relax in a private hot tub or dine on the upper deck. The game room features pool, ping pong, air hockey, PS4, and Xbox 360—perfect for family fun. Experience a memorable mountain getaway with all the comforts of home.

**Welcome to Lost But Found: A High Elevation Retreat in the Smokies**

Located at 2,670 feet, Lost But Found is a sanctuary where elevation meets comfort across two spacious levels. Perfect for nature lovers or those seeking to unwind, this cabin combines modern amenities with natural beauty, providing a secluded getaway in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains.

*Our Favorite Features at Lost But Found*
→ Privacy Guaranteed: Gated property to ensure a secure and secluded stay.
→ Breathtaking views over the Nantahala National Forest

*Indoor Highlights*
・ Cozy Interiors: Enjoy the ambiance of a wood-burning stove and spacious living areas.
・ Entertainment Hub: Fully equipped game room with pool, air hockey, ping pong, PS4, and Xbox 360.
・ Gourmet Kitchen: Features modern appliances and a coffee bar with three machines for your morning brew.
・ Modern Conveniences: Includes high-speed Wi-Fi and YouTubeTV for endless streaming.

*Outdoor Features*
・ Dining with a View: Upper deck with bar seating and a dining table, ideal for meals outdoors.
・ Relaxation Spots: Lower deck offers a private hot tub for five and a swing to soak in the vistas.
・ Evening Gatherings: Enjoy a rustic fire pit area for memorable nights under the stars.

*The Kitchen is Fully Equipped for All Your Culinary Adventures*
・ High-end appliances including a Duo-Flex oven
・ Coffee enthusiasts' dream with a coffee bar featuring multiple machines
・ Essential cookware and bakeware
・ Full selection of kitchen utensils for both cooking and serving
・ Ample glassware including wine glasses and an opener

*Sleeping Arrangements and Amenities*
Lost But Found comfortably accommodates guests in four well-appointed bedrooms, featuring three baths:
→ Master Bedroom: King-size bed with ensuite and deck access
→ Bedroom #2: Two twin beds convertible to a king, offering flexible sleeping options
→ Bedrooms #3 & #4: King-size beds in each, one located upstairs and one downstairs for privacy

Additional amenities include an onsite washer and dryer with eco-friendly biodegradable laundry detergent provided, ensuring convenience throughout your stay.

Lost But Found is more than just a cabin—it's a retreat designed to provide comfort, entertainment, and peace in the majesty of the Smoky Mountains, making every stay a memorable one.

*Cozy Mountain Retreat with Modern Amenities*

Welcome to your serene escape nestled in the mountains! This inviting living area blends rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring a warm, wood-paneled interior that radiates a homey ambiance. Unwind on plush leather sofas while enjoying your favorite shows on a large flat-screen TV with live streaming via YouTubeTV. Whether you're here to relax or entertain, this space is perfectly equipped to suit all your needs, complete with a game area and a stylish freestanding wood-burning stove for those chilly evenings.

*Gourmet Haven in a Rustic Setting*

Step into a chef’s paradise with this fully equipped kitchen, featuring modern appliances and a Duo-Flex oven that caters to all your culinary adventures. Whether you're brewing a morning espresso or preparing a family feast, every detail has been considered. Adjoining the kitchen, the spacious dining area with a large wooden table offers the perfect spot for gatherings, enhanced by the warmth of natural wood surroundings that extend a welcoming mountain lodge feel.

*Plush Comforts in a Mountain Setting*

Our four elegantly designed bedrooms serve as peaceful sanctuaries, perfect for unwinding after adventurous days. The master bedroom offers a luxurious escape, featuring a king-sized bed, an ensuite bathroom, and direct view of the deck with stunning mountain vistas. Bedroom #2 provides flexible sleeping options with two twin beds that seamlessly convert to a king, accommodating any guest needs. Bedrooms #3 and #4 each boast king-sized beds and soothing decor, ensuring privacy and tranquility. Soft linens, ample natural light, and thoughtful touches throughout each room create a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere for all guests.

*Scenic Vistas and Cozy Corners: Your Outdoor Haven Awaits*

Step into the beauty of nature from our cabin's various outdoor retreats. The upper level deck offers bar seating for four and a dining table, making it an ideal spot for al fresco meals or sunset toasts with a propane grill ready for your BBQs. On the lower private deck, unwind in the five-seater hot tub under the stars or enjoy a quiet moment on the swing. Gather around the fire pit in a rustic setting for evening stories and marshmallow roasting. Each space is thoughtfully designed to enhance your connection with the serene mountain landscape and provide unforgettable memories.

*Ultimate Entertainment Lounge*

Dive into fun in our expansive lower-level game room, designed to entertain guests of all ages. This vibrant space features a pool table, air hockey, ping pong, a card table, and comfortable seating areas perfect for game night or a chill hangout. Plus, with a PS4, Xbox 360, and a dedicated TV area, gamers and movie buffs alike will find their perfect spot. Whether you're looking to break the high score or simply enjoy some downtime, this game room is the heart of fun in our mountain retreat.

*Explore the Heart of the Great Smoky Mountains*

Located within the majestic Great Smoky Mountains and overlooking the expansive Nantahala National Forest, our home is perfectly positioned for a serene escape. Backing onto over 100 acres of vacant land, guests are treated to unparalleled views that promise a memorable backdrop to their stay. The area bursts with outdoor activities—trout fishing, canoeing, and kayaking along the Little Tennessee River, biking at Tsali, and boating on Fontana Lake. For the adventurers, there's gem mining, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, hiking through lush trails to stunning waterfalls, horseback riding, and zip-lining through the Nantahala Gorge.

Just a short one hour drive away, Maggie Valley offers excellent snow skiing options in the winter, while Gatlinburg is a scenic 1.5-hour drive, known for its charming shops and artisanal offerings. Closer to the cabin, Bryson City and Franklin invite our guests to explore local breweries and restaurants, highlighted in our digital guest book and frequently updated on our Wolfe Vacation Rentals social media pages. Whether you're seeking tranquility or adventure, our neighborhood serves as the perfect base for exploring the natural beauty and local culture of this vibrant region.

Other Things to Note

Security and Guest Verification:
- Our property includes an outdoor video monitoring system in the driveway and backyard to enhance security; it does not monitor private deck areas. Any tampering with the camera system will result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of all dues.
- We prioritize the safety of our properties by partnering with Know Your Guest, a leading guest-screening provider. Before finalizing your booking, you'll need to verify your identity through their service. A link for verification will be provided, and you'll have the option to select either a refundable deposit or a non-refundable damage waiver for protection against accidental damage. This needs to be completed within a week of booking to maintain your reservation. No refunds for cancellation due to incomplete screenings.

Booking Policies:
- Rates are variable and subject to change.
- A minimum stay of three nights is required, extending to four nights over major Federal Holidays, with no checkouts on the holiday itself.
- Requests for shorter stays will not be accommodated, and date changes may be necessary.

Property Care and Usage:
- Keep our gate closed at all times to maintain security and privacy.
- No parties or events are allowed to ensure a peaceful environment for all guests.
- Only water is allowed in the bedrooms to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of our bedding.
- DO not do laundry in freezing temperatures to prevent flooding from frozen pipes. Any damage from negligence will be the guest's responsibility.
- We operate on a well and septic system; please flush only toilet paper and natural waste.
- While we treat the home monthly for pests, its wooded location means bugs and snakes may be present occasionally. Use the provided vacuum for any bothersome insects.

Environment and Access:
- Our driveway is gravel and well-maintained, but it's on a mountain side where weather can create challenging conditions. We recommend vehicles with AWD/4WD; low clearance vehicles like sports cars may struggle.
- Prepare for potential power outages caused by natural events. The local power company is usually prompt with restorations, but delays can happen. We have flashlights and LED candles in the event of a power outage.

Waste Management:
- Should your trash exceed the outdoor bin's capacity, you can either take it to the local Waste Facility located 10 minutes towards Franklin or opt for a $25 pickup service by our cleaning crew. Please arrange this in advance if needed. More details in our house guide.

Enjoying Your Stay:
- You're staying in a house, not a hotel—please treat the space with respect. We are not on-site 24/7 but will respond as quickly as possible to any issues.
- Embrace the remote, off-grid experience if temporary departures from power occur, enjoying the peace that comes with our secluded location.

Property manager

Lance and Micaela

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Unit size: 2600 sq ft (242 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Only dogs allowed, no other animals.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Home may not be suitable for young children!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains. Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 28 min drive
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 29 min drive
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 29 min drive
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 29 min drive
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sheffield Mine - 15 min drive
  • Wild Rose Cafe - 13 min drive
  • Big Laurel Foods - 33 min drive
  • Davis Ray's Commercial Refrigeration & Appliance - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Luxury: Deck Dining, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Coffee Bar, Live TV, Fast Wifi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Mountain Luxury: Deck Dining, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Coffee Bar, Live TV, Fast Wifi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Luxury: Deck Dining, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Coffee Bar, Live TV, Fast Wifi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Luxury: Deck Dining, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Coffee Bar, Live TV, Fast Wifi located?

This family-friendly Franklin cabin is located in the mountains, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mason Mountain Mine and Sheffield Mine. Old Cardinal Gem Mine and Rose Creek Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H., Tallahassee, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
House is great but it's all about the view
This is a wonderful house in an even better location. The drive up is a bit rugged but worth every bump. Interior is very thoughtfully laid out and furnished but the deck scenery is the showstopper. We had a great time and look forward to returning.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

shane jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing birthday retreat
The veiw is amazing the pictures cannot do it justice. It is truly breathtaking. The host are very quick to respond to any questions we had no issues at all. The guide they provided directed us to an amazing 2 hour horseback ride.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C., Jacksonville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great birthday trip
awesome place, awesome view, awesome time! Owners are very nice and made sure everything needed was provided. Would definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Beautiful cabin out in the middle of no where. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas on Top of the Mountain!
Our stay was absolutely amazing! My family of 7 thoroughly enjoyed the stay at the Lost But Found house. The owners were very responsive before our visit and especially during our visit when the power went out on Christmas Day. The power outage was not due to the property owner or the house. Just one of those things with a tree somewhere in the area. The owners were very responsive considering it was Christmas Day. Which we appreciated very much. Thank you for allowing us to use your house for our Holiday celebration. Highly recommend this house if you are looking for a remote, beautiful location to get away!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
One of the best equipped VRBO houses I've seen. Owners are amazing! The fire pit and coffee bar were both great and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for a staycation
We stayed here with the max of 8 people. The house was perfect size other then the basement bathroom being shared with the laundry room. I might have missed that in the posting. Kitchen was decently stocked with items, including open food items in the pantry which is kind of gross, but we just left the door closed. If you think you need more then one roll of paper towels, BRING THEM. Also, just to note the basement only has one air unit and it is in the “living room” part, so just know that the basement bedroom gets extremely stuffy if you shut the door. The game room was a huge hit with the 3 kids (ages 17-7) and the adults. The fire pit is very nice and the chairs are comfortable! We had a great time and everything we needed for 4 nights. They aren’t kidding about the driveway… It’s steep and rough but we all got a kick out of going up and down!! It’s it’s own adventure and the kids loved it! The views off the top deck are amazing, especially in the early mornings!!! The one downside is this house pretty far from most of the things we wanted to do, the road to get to Bryson City and Cherokee is long with extreme curves so it took a long time to get anywhere but if we ever wanted somewhere with amazing views and a staycation this is where we would stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
This had to be the best place we have ever stayed. I cant even begin to figure out our favorite part of the stay because everythi g was incredible. I guess first would be the amazing views feom the porch, beyond beautiful. The cabin (kitchen) was stocked with everything you could possibly want and MORE. It was so beautiful and clean. We loved the game room and had many ping pong tournaments which our 12 year old loved the most. Communication the entire time was first rate!!! We will definitely be back. As a family we all felt this was our favorite stay of all our trips. We only left the cabin one time, it was just too much fun to leave. We HIGHLY recommend staying here, and the beds were super comfy too which is hard to find alot of times.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
Our friends and fellowship trip was absolute amazing. Most credit goes to the wonderful hosts and their great property. The hospitality was top notch. The hosts provide a guide that clearly explains the process, their expectations and information on the local area that makes planning ahead so much easier. The house comes with everything you have at home and probably more. We forgot to bring our air fryer….they had one! The house is clean and well decorated. The entertainment provided is accommodating to all age groups. This trip was 3 couples. All of us plan to return with our children for our family trips. One of the best parts was the mattresses. I’m not certain of the brand. But we all are raving about how comfortable they are. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

paige o., Covington, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend
We loved waking up in clouds and watching as they burned off and the magnificent view was revealed. The house was spotless and the basement is treasure chest of games for the young and the older set too. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023