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Gail's Retreat Cabin

Vacation home in Franklin with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rose Creek Mine
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Cardinal Gem Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Franklin

This vacation home places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Old Cardinal Gem Mine. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Mason Mountain Mine - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Rose Creek Mine - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Old Cardinal Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sheffield Mine - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen on 153 - ‬9 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.

Gail's Retreat Cabin

Gail's Retreat is a nice, spacious 2BR, 2.5BA cabin nestled in the Fenno Hill community. Nicely furnished Great Room with a remote controlled gas fireplace. A mountain view from the front covered deck with plenty of chairs to sit and enjoy the view, or use the picnic table to enjoy a meal while continuing to enjoy the view. The Game Room downstairs has a futon, satellite TV, mini-air hockey table, pool table plus other games. Chairs and BBQ are just outside the Rec Room along with fire pit.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns
PLEASE NOTE: THE $50 "MANAGEMENT FEE" IS A HEAT UPCHARGE FOR THE FALL/WINTER MONTHS
-$10 will be charged for each bag of trash left at the property
-NO DIRTY DISHES left in the sink/dishwasher. If left in the dishwasher they MUST be clean and the cycle already ran. $25 fee will be charged if not
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

411093

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Franklin, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. You'll also find Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Gail's Retreat Cabin?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Gail's Retreat Cabin?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gail's Retreat Cabin?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Gail's Retreat Cabin.

Gail's Retreat Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Great View

This is the second time we have been here. Just a few miles out of town. Cabin has most anything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarvis D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A good pace of mind.

My overall stay was well needed. I proposed to my longtime girlfriend with the mountain view in the background. I wouldn't redo that day for anything. I will be booking this property again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent services

Over all fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

The cabin was very nice and was the owner.

The cabin was very nice and had a great layout. The owner was very nice and very responsive to my questions. The road to the cabin and the driveway were a little steep, but we managed fine without a 4-wheeled drive vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Severely over priced

We stayed here with a friend for a car trip. Having two separate rooms was essential. There was no mention of road conditions to get to the cabin. The last half mile is gravel up a steep incline and then a steep drop off into the driveway. Not car friendly, an SUV is probably fine. The driveway is so unlevel we both bottomed out our cars. An adventure every time we needed to leave the cabin. Once inside, the place was clean enough but maybe empty for a while? Cobwebs all over the place. The furniture is severely out dated and linens and towels are on their last legs. We had a bug issue too, when we arrived we killed two spiders and 4 of the flat little bugs. Not harmful I don't think, but I'd have preferred they stayed outside. The next morning my wife had bites all over her and we assumed the mosquitos just really liked her, but when they continued to get worse, we stripped the bed and found a bug in the corner of the sheets. So that was fun. There is no central air either. The stand alone units in the bedrooms work well enough, but it's not the comfort level of central air. Overall the cabin wasn't unlivable, but after cleaning fees and service fees we paid a decent amount a night to stay here. Communication from the management company was good. If we were looking for a budget cabin and paid about half of what we did, I'd understsnd all of the pitfalls, but as it stands it was just too much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cabin

It was a very nice cabin close to town. We enjoyed it very much.

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

We truly enjoyed the experience. The cabin was very comfortable, and just as described. It wasn't hard to find or get to, which was also great! It had everything we needed for our stay and the boys especially enjoyed the pool table downstairs.

10/10 Excellent

Sadeek A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

The property is excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness

mountain cabin

Very nice house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Mountain View.

Overall, enjoyed the stay very much. Unable to get electronics (tv,/dvd, cd/radio) to play.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Homey family home

It was clearly a “LOVED” family home perfect for a gathering of many. Updates needed for a better experience...:window AC units in bedroom with the portable which is inefficient/ window unit in 1st level downstairs where it is comfy but the large couch should be up on the main floor where the kitchen and big TV are. TVs in the bedrooms are outdated and useless. Internet service sketchy. Otherwise, as travelers that were mostly out on day trips , it was a great comfy place to stay. Blinds which we kept wanting to open to see the view kept falling apart onto the floor. 😏
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frieda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day Weekend

The cabin was very homey and cozy. You can see a little bit of the top of mountains. You can see deer in the morning and hummingbirds in the afternoon. Comfortable beds and a clean place. I would give this property an A to stay at for your family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

mario p.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice and quiet

great property!!

10/10 Excellent

amber v.

Liked: Cleanliness

relaxing

very happy with this property.. more spacious than i realized.. plenty of room for me my husband and 3 teenage boys.. lots of extras to keep the kids busy.. we loved the pool table and the ping pong table.. biggest negative was lack of air conditioning in 1 bedroom and downstairs.. these areas could get quite warm... the portable air conditioner just made the room hotter.. i think a fan in a window would have really helped these areas... overall the negatives are not enough to keep us from wanting to come back to this property..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Joshua D H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Seclusion

Great place to be secluded and rejuvenate. Better for fall and winter as the AC was only central to the master and main area - had portable AC for second BR, downstairs was a bit warm. However, plenty of fun things to do withe the fam!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Nice and Secluded

Unfortunately when we arrived the property had not been cleaned from the renters. After about 8 phone calls and 30 minutes, I was able to get hold of someone to clean the cabin. After the cabin was cleaned it was a nice place to be. Nice back porch, little traffic noise and good size.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

allan l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Cabin was clean and well stocked. One bedroom was extremely warm as there are no air vents into that room or the basement. Easy fix, they have a portable AC unit in the bedroom but I would station it in the doorway so the hot air blows out into the living room where the central A/C can dissipate the heat. I am sure this is only an issue during 1 or 2 months of the year. Lots of deer and bunnies right off the balcony. It was nice to sit on the balcony in the morning and evening. Overall, we would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you for letting us stay!

It was very beautiful and was so welcoming. I loved sitting on the balcony at night and watching a doe walk across the yard. It was very comforting and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020