Family-friendly vacation rentals in Franklin

Gorgeous views, great location, the hot water was actually hot (unlike other Airbnb’s I’ve stayed in), the hot tub was ready to go, the host left us snacks. It was just such a wonderful experience. We will be coming back. If I had to pick ANY cons, I’d be really reaching. You are one of four yurts (we didn’t realize we would have “neighbors” but it’s set up in such a way that you still have privacy.). Also, you are close to the road so occasionally you will hear cars, but the sound of the river much overpowers that. Plan for no reception; we were fine with that. We plan to come back again with 2 more couples. I will definitely miss falling asleep to the sound of the river Now, what I wish I would have known as a car geek - we accidentally went through Tail of the Dragon on the way there. Had no idea it was here. Was sad to have a big ole SUV riding that instead of my sports car! Plan accordingly. :)

If you’re looking for the ultimate escape into nature, Cloud 9 in Bryson City is the place to be! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking views—rolling mountains and complete tranquility. It truly feels like you’re on top of the world. The cabin itself is beautifully designed, cozy yet spacious, and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. But the real highlight? The jacuzzi. After a day of exploring the Smoky Mountains, soaking in the hot tub while watching the sunset over the mountains was pure bliss. It was the perfect way to unwind and take in the stunning scenery. Every detail of Cloud 9 has been thoughtfully curated to create a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the deck in the morning, enjoying a glass of wine under the stars, or simply listening to the sounds of nature, this cabin is pure magic. If you’re considering booking—do it! You won’t regret it. Cloud 9 is an absolute dream, and we can’t wait to come back

We loved our stay at Greg’s cabin! The location is beautiful and the cabin was very clean and comfortable, it looked just like the pictures. There is a nice stream right next to the cabin and we enjoyed the fire pit and the hot tub. It was also only about a 10 minute drive to the casino, which was very convenient for the event we were attending. We would definitely stay here again!

Great small cabin for a nice getaway. My wife and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary here and enjoyed it!

The house was perfect for our family’s annual after Christmas vacation! The views are amazing! There was plenty of room for the 12 of us. Since we always prepare a lot of our meals and the kitchen well equipped and worked out great. Did I mention the incredible views? You’re on top and can see mountains in every direction! It was Beautiful! The weather was cold and windy. It did snow a little but nothing that caused a problem traveling. Thank you Mickey for your concern about the possibility of ice on our departure morning and checking on us. Our new favorite place we have stayed! We loved it!

It is such a beautiful home and very secluded. We had an amazing week staying there and hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains. The home had a great sound system and hot tub which really put it over the top. The no WiFi made you really disconnect from everything and enjoy the views. Overall a great place to just relax and enjoy nature.

We loved staying at ‘Smawlie’! The view was unbeatable and it felt so nice to take a break from every day hustle & bustle. I personally loved not having cell service at the cabin. It was spotless, had all of the listed amenities, and was exactly as described. Though tucked far back into the ‘middle of nowhere’, getting to the cabin via Mike’s provided instructions was easy. Not having service in the area, this was very important. We opted to hike up to the cabin despite having 4WD just because it is THAT steep and gravel. The weather was grey and a little cloudy when we arrived but the view did not disappoint. In the morning we got to watch the fog lift and the sun come through. The only grievance I had was some trouble with the hot tub. When we arrived at 3pm after a cold and rainy hike, the hot tub was cold. We followed the directions provided to “reset” and heat it up. we did not get to use it until the morning, and only for a short bit. Luckily, Mike let us check out a bit late

loved it and will be booking again

This property is conveniently located to restaurants, Cashiers, and Cataloochee.

Location and cleanliness were excellent. Outstanding place to stay

The cabin was beautiful, just like the pictures! The landscape was so well kept. Everything we needed was there. I will rebook again soon.

Place was extremely clean,close to main st highlands but far enough away to be quiet, Becky responded within a few minutes, had a fantastic time in highlands and surrounding area,we travel to highlands often, first time using a airbnb loved it!!Becky's a great host to work with.

Excellent place, one of the cleanest homes Ive ever been in. And there are so many amenities you could almost just pack your clothing and be fine. There were plenty of toiletries, including lotion. Theres a pack n play, kid toys and books, high chair, kid gate, fully stocked kitchen with dishware in great shape, s’mores, tea, and coffee. Dog friendly with about 4 ft tall fence in the back that connects to the front porch. Neighbors are very friendly, including the elk that blessed us with their presence in the morning. And the creek is very peaceful and the views are relaxing. Recommend!

My friends and I enjoyed our weekend getaway at The Runaway Chalet. The driveway was a little tricky due to recent snowfall, but April suggested an alternative approach to enter driveway. We plan to return next year!

Matthew and Beverly's place was perfect for what we needed! We would definitely stay again.

We loved staying here! It was a nice getaway from everyday life, and we enjoyed having the fireplace and being able to make a fire outdoors to make s'mores. The internet worked really well, which was great because we didn't have good cell phone coverage. My husband was able to do some important work stuff that came up. We would definitely stay here again!

Gorgeous mountain retreat is a perfect way to describe this property. I found everything in the description of this property to be true. In my opinion Karla’s description was very humble and we found the property to be much better than expected. Entire family celebrated my father’s 90th birthday, and found the house plenty spacious for all of us. With full living space on the main level and downstairs we never felt crowded.The house was immaculate and very well stocked with items that were above and beyond any other property I’ve ever stayed in right down to the firewood. Directions were easy to follow and communication was always done in a timely fashion. If you want to relax, do nothing, enjoy the views this is the place for you. If you want to be active, go hiking, play golf, tennis, etc. this is the place for you. If you want to grill out and watch football with the gang, this place is for you. So if you have a large group, and you are looking for a mountain getaway, I recommend that you stop looking and book this property NOW!!

The Lake house was one of the quietest and most peaceful air b-and-b's we have stayed at. The new back deck is the highlight of the lake cabin. The rest of the cabin is fully equipped and functional, but we hardly left the back deck. With its fenced in area and gate was perfect for the dog. The kayaks and dock are a nice addition. It is located close to good dining at Micas restaurant and Whiteside brewery. We came for the hiking in Panthertown area. We will be back again.

Our fellowship has a wonderful time at Bear Lodge! Gorgeous views! Our host communicated well in a timely fashion. Beautiful clean home with plenty of room and an amazing kitchen that was truly well stocked. We wanted for nothing! We highly recommend Bear Lodge.

This was a great house to stay at. Very comfortable and home like. Loved the view and the large deck. Had everything we needed including toys for kids. Good area, near lots of stuff to do including using the resort amenities, restaurants, waterfalls and shopping. Would stay again.

By far the best airbnb host we’ve ever had super fast to respond to questions and the accommodations were better than described. Beds were absolutely marvelous woke up every morning feeling better than new. This airbnb is a nature lovers dream. Highly recommend Sandy and the unit

This was our second stay at Carolyn’s wonderful Airbnb, and it was just as perfect as the first! The lake views are absolutely stunning—peaceful, scenic, and the perfect getaway. Carolyn is a fantastic experienced host, thoughtful and welcoming. It felt like coming back home. Our dog got to join us, and he loved it just as much as we did! If you’re traveling with a dog, you can’t beat the accommodations of Carolyn‘s place. It’s so nice to find a place that’s both pet-friendly and convenient and nice and truly relaxing for humans. We can’t recommend Carolyn’s home high enough and will definitely be back again. Thank you, Carolyn, for another amazing visit!

My family and I enjoyed our stay. The views from the house are incredible. It is very peaceful. The place was clean. Nina was very helpful and responsive when needed. We used the pool and hot tub, which was a short walk down the driveway. I highly recommend this place if you’re visiting the area!

We were having our family Christmas get together and was so happy that the house was still beautifully decorated for Christmas. That made our gathering extra special! The house was perfect for our group!