A luxurious getaway in an unbeatable location awaits upon booking this beautiful, newly furnished vacation rental - outfitted with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths. Boasting multiple living areas, fireplaces, top-notch amenities, and a lovely outdoor space bordered by a brook and surrounded by forest, this one-of-a-kind retreat offers an ideal home base for relaxing with loved ones. Head into Franklin to shop and dine, explore Nantahala National Forest, or take a day trip to Asheville! -- THE PROPERTY -- High-End Residential Neighborhood | ~1.5 Miles to City Center | 3,600 Sq Ft Perfect for families seeking a change of scenery in the Smoky Mountains, the ‘Franklin Estate Mountain Home’ offers peace, quiet, and proximity to the area’s best sites. Bedroom 1 (Grand Suite): King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Guest Suite): King Bed | Bedroom 3 (Guest Room): King Bed OUTDOOR R&R: Foliage-covered pergola w/ gas fire pit & grill, furnished deck, front yard, manicured gardens, brook in front of property, forest surroundings KITCHEN: Fully equipped, island counter, stainless steel appliances, breakfast nook, air fryer/toaster oven, coffee makers, blender, Crock-Pot, cookware, dishware, glassware LUXE INTERIOR: 4 electric fireplaces, 4 Smart TVs, living room, sunroom w/ exposed brick, entryway sitting room, updated furnishings, wall-to-wall windows, dining room, laundry room, upper-level office, shower/tub combo, 2 walk-in showers, soaking tub GENERAL: Central A/C & heating, washer/dryer, iron/ironing board, hair dryers, linens, towels FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), Ring doorbell (facing front outdoor entry & driveway), 2 steps up to enter PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- NEARBY FUN: Gem & Mineral Museum-Franklin (1.6 miles), Scottish Tartans Museum (1.7 miles), Macon County Historical Museum (1.7 miles), Nikwasi Mound (2.1 miles), Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts (2.2 miles) LOCAL EATS: Lazy Hiker Brewing Company (1.5 miles), Gazebo Creekside Cafe (1.5 miles), Fat Buddies Ribs & BBQ (1.7 miles), Caffè Rel (2.0 miles), Shoney's Franklin (2.1 miles), Ms Lois' Restaurant (2.5 miles) EXPLORE THE AREA: Little Tennessee River Greenway (2.2 miles), Macon County Recreation Park (2.3 miles), Rufus Morgan Falls (12.8 miles), Wayah Bald Lookout Tower (17.7 miles), Appalachian Trail (18.6 miles), Big Laurel Falls (21.1 miles), Highlands (21.6 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (29.3 miles), Cherokee Casino (32.2 miles), Asheville (68.8 miles) GEM MINES: Old Cardinal Gem Mine (6.2 miles), Rose Creek Mine (6.2 miles), Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine (11.4 miles), Mason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine (12.3 miles) AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (73.6 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry and driveway. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed