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GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Enjoy outdoor dining or relaxation on the deck with a table and chairs, or retreat to the covered seating area for a protected space.

Situated in a secluded wooded area, this cabin offers a simple, functional retreat with a satellite TV option and a cozy porch.

Surrounded by nature, this serene setting features a circular fire pit amidst a grassy area.

Functional kitchen with stove, microwave, coffee maker, and sink for basic meal preparation.

Relax and unwind in this inviting living room, featuring a pool table, comfortable seating, and a television.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Franklin, NC

Mason Mountain Mine
‪3 min drive‬
Rose Creek Mine
‪3 min drive‬
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
‪7 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Franklin

This cabin places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Old Cardinal Gem Mine. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

View more Cabin Rentals in Franklin

What's nearby

Mason Mountain Mine - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Rose Creek Mine - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
Sheffield Mine - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 19 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪Caffe Rel - ‬10 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL

Gail's Retreat is a lovely, spacious 2BR, 2.5BA cabin. Nicely furnished great room with a remote controlled fireplace. The kitchen has a Microwave, stove and everything you need to prepare a meal. There is a mountain view from the front covered deck with plenty of chairs to sit and enjoy the beautiful mountain scene or enjoy a meal at the picnic table. Lower level has a Recreation room with futon, satellite TV, mini-air hockey table, pool table, plus other games. WIFI is available. There is also a fire pit to gather around with the family. Outdoor lower level also a great Bar-b-Que Grill and more chairs to enjoy the view.

The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Sara Viar

Languages

English

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Relax in this serene outdoor seating area with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil body of water.

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Towels provided

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

In the mountains

Things to do

Air hockey
Arcade/game room
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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

This property doesn't allow pets

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: 21

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

Vrbo Property

Gail's Retreat AT Fenno Hill Cabin

Gail's Retreat AT Fenno Hill Franklin

Gail's Retreat AT Fenno Hill Cabin Franklin

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Franklin, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. You'll also find Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Mason Mountain Mine within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL?

Couples staying at this cabin will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some cabins, as well as a firepit.

Does GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL?

Yes, every cabin at GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL comes with a deck.

GAIL'S RETREAT AT FENNO HILL Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

richard m.

Nov 14, 2022

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.

Oct 17, 2022

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.

Dec 30, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent services

Over all fantastic

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Oct 21, 2021

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

Jeremy M., Jacksonville Florida

Oct 19, 2021

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.

Jul 18, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cabin

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Jul 1, 2021

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.

Apr 1, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

The property is excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Feb 21, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

mountain cabin

Very nice house!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Doug S.

Nov 10, 2020

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.

Oct 6, 2020

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.

Sep 8, 2020

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.

Aug 26, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

nice and quiet

great property!!

10/10 Excellent

amber v.

Aug 19, 2020

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.

Aug 11, 2020

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

Jul 16, 2020

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.

Jul 15, 2020

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.

Jul 8, 2020

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