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Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access!

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A wooden pergola with two blue chairs and a fire pit in a grassy area with a large tree and hills in the background. - Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access!  (Franklin)
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, white appliances, and a checkered tablecloth. - Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access!  (Franklin)
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A kitchen with a wooden table, benches, a dishwasher, and a window with a curtain. - Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access!  (Franklin)
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Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! . Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access!

  • Newly remodeled private modern farmhouse with easy access, nestled amongst the trees in a quiet neighborhood with rocking chair front porch to sit and listen to the Cullasaja River and enjoy a cup of morning coffee! Also enjoy the serene outdoors right in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Franklin and Highlands/Cashiers. The waterfalls are a must see! This house sits right above the Cullasaja river so the sound of the rapids is in your back door! During the fall and winter you will have views of the river from the porch! We are just minutes from area attractions If you enjoy hiking, waterfalls, gem mining, snow tubing, rafting, fishing, riding motorcycles, and beautiful scenery this is the place for you!

    We are centrally located between Franklin and Highlands/Cashiers. We are just minutes from Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. The closest grocery store is 6 minutes away. Downtown Franklin is 8 minutes away with shopping, eating, and breweries. We are just 45 minutes from the Cherokee casino and 10 minutes from the Smoky Mountain Performing Arts Center! There are a lot of hiking trails in the area as well. Standing Indian Trail Peak, Nantahala National Forest, Wayah Bald Fire Tower, and Bartram Trail just to name a few.

    We offer a fully equipped kitchen should you choose to eat in or just relax and go downtown to grab something from one of the local restaurants and take a stroll through all of the quaint little shops!

    We like to refer to this property as Turtle Haven. It is named in a tribute to our parents. My mom and dad called each other “Big Turtle” after my mom endured chemotherapy treatments and lost all of her hair. She would be in bed under the blankets and my dad said she looked like a turtle. From that day forward they called each other “Big Turtle” . This is our way of keeping their memory alive. We hope you make lots of memories here just as we have!

    Come visit Franklin, NC and see why “life is better in the country” and where southern hospitality is a way of life!

    ***There is a security camera on the exterior of the house. No indoor cameras!!!

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About the area

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is on a river. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Parker Meadows Park and Highlands Biological Station. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading over rocks surrounded by dense forest.
    Nantahala National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A clock tower with two clocks, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
    Western Carolina University
    32 min drive - 35.3 km
  • A river winding through a mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.
    Fontana Lake
    41 min drive - 53.0 km
  • A steam locomotive numbered 1702 with smoke billowing from its chimney, surrounded by autumnal trees.
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    48 min drive - 63.0 km
  • A large hotel building with a sign that reads "Cherrypal Casino Hotel."
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    53 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    14 min drive
  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Haywood Smokehouse
    11 min drive
  • Bojangles
    11 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! located?

This family-friendly Franklin holiday home is located on a river, steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cullasaja Falls and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Nestled in the Mountains near Dry Falls! Easy Access! Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location between Franklin and Highlands and extremely convenient for the waterfall tour. The house is very clean and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The surroundings are so peaceful and quiet. We especially enjoyed the rocking chairs on the front porch - a fantastic place to enjoy morning coffee and rest after a long day of hiking. HIGHLY recommend Rico’s Tacos La Comadre!!! And Food Lion for groceries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and tidy home. All the basic essentials. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was beautiful inside and out. The views were stunning. And the house was very warm and cozy. Our family enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home. Couldn't really see any neighbors so the privacy was nice. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway

Enjoyed staying in this delightful home near Franklin, N. C. It’s our 2nd stay and we always enjoy the convenience, cleanliness and comfort of this home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place!!

The house was amazing. Tucked away and quiet!! We loved this house and will definitely try to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beautiful flat yard and you can hear the river flowing by. House was clean and very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house.

I rented this house for family members coming to visit for a family reunion. It’s beautifully decorated and extremely clean. My family really enjoyed their stay at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow. What a beautiful place to stay.

The cute house was perfect for 2 couples. Room for everything! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunting waterfalls

We loved the house. Great location. We had everything we needed. Close to restaurants and places to explore. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Location Very Clean

Turtle Haven was in a quiet location along the banks of a beautiful river. It was very clean and well-maintained. I loved the farmhouse theme.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If respite from noise and city traffic is what moves you, this is the place to find it. We loved our break from the hustle and bustle of our hometown; kitchen was easy to cook in, the beds were comfortable, TV was fab, outdoor area was beautiful and our host (Selena) couldn't have been more easy to reach/responsive. 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway

Beautiful home nestled in the mountains and perfect for our 4 night stay. Very clean, convenient, and comfortable stay. Enjoyed the nearby waterfalls, daily walks in the neighborhood and mountain drives. Will definitely return to this little piece of paradise. Selena was great to work with and answered all questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice & clean. Close by other cities & found walking trails with waterfalls. Kids loved the big yard to play in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

We stayed for a quick, quiet birthday getaway. The property was exactly as listed and extremely clean. The house was decorated for Christmas which made it so much more cozy. The communication with the property manager was smooth and very prompt. We will definitely be back for another stay this fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Birthday Weekend Getaway

My family of four came to the mountains to celebrate my birthday. The home is clean, quiet, cozy, and inviting. The view of the mountains from the kitchen window is amazing. The host has done a great job of making the home welcoming. There were so many small touches that made the experience feel like home. My family enjoyed sitting at the kitchen table eating and talking, playing games in the living room and sitting in the rocking chairs on the front porch drinking coffee, The property is close to several waterfalls which we also explored. It is a perfect place to get away for peace and quiet. My husband complained about the wifi bandwidth. I was secretly happy about it because it gave us a chance to unplug and reconnect. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful cabin. Enjoyed our stay and could not have asked for much better accommodations
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getawat

Amazing stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Very clean and updated. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little house!

Cute and Charming house. Had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The house is very lovely. If we are in the area, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our stay here. It was in a quiet neighborhood, and the house was very kid friendly. I'd recommend it to others in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and equiped with everything you needed. Check in and out process was perfect and it was great not being right on the main road. The only issue was the TV in the living room kept turning on and off by itself. We weren't able to watch anything for any length of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026