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Ridgetop Manor 43 acres of fresh air and room to roam and breathe 50 mile views

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 17344 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
    20 min walk
  • Sheffield Mine
    13 min drive
  • Gold City Gem Mine
    19 min drive

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About the area

Franklin

With a stay at this cabin in Franklin, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 3-minute drive from Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. .This family-friendly cabin is 19.1 mi (30.7 km) from Western Carolina University and 25.3 mi (40.8 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
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What's nearby

  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mason Mountain Mine - 16 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Gold City Gem Mine - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 22 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 40 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sheffield Mine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Franklin Cafe - ‬24 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.

Ridgetop Manor 43 acres of fresh air and room to roam and breathe 50 mile views

Ridgetop Manor 43 Acres Escape the city to your own mountain top. No neighbors. FRESH AIR and room for everyone to roam!!! and breathe. Circular driveway. 50 AMP ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION Bring food and stay up top for days and days, self contained. We even include FIREWOOD. Far from everyone yet close enough to the city if you need it. Amazing 50 mile Views of the beautiful smoky mountains. Partially paved road.
EV hook up bring your electric cars and get a full charge on our 50 amp service!!! June and July are minimum four night rentals
Thanksgiving and Christmas are one week rentals.

Ridgetop Manor Unbelievable views NOT just of the trees 50 feet away. 43 acres of privacy Circular driveway plenty of parking. Large open sky fire pit, WE INCLUDE FIRE WOOD!!! All pictures on this site were taken from our home. A beautiful home with beautiful views. VERY PRIVATE!!! . 10 minutes from town, Owner built and operated 6 large bedrooms four with king beds one with a queen and a twin over full bunk bed, and one with adult bunk beds. 3.5 baths in this upscale 3700 sq ft cabin on 43 private acres with 4/10ths of a mile long circular private driveway. Wrap around covered porch with large sundeck, OWNER MANAGED , 2 fireplaces with one in the master suite. 26 foot cielings in the great hall. large bedrooms with 3 foot wide handicap access doors. We built our home in 2006. child and pet friendly (sorry, no cat's) Unbelievable views. Lots of parking. Smokey mountain getaway. Wifi hotspot 96 REVIEWS on other site we could not transfer to VRBO We
Love VRBO!!

THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS ARE ONE WEEK RENTALS. JUNE AND JULY MIN 4 NIGHT STAYS


Franklin sits on a hill above the Little Tennessee River. The surveyors who chose the site in 1820 admired its beauty, laying out the town with Main Street facing the Cowee Mountains to the east and the Nantahala Range to the west. Though ringed by rugged summits, Franklin was linked to population centers by well-worn trails. It soon developed into the market center of southwestern North Carolina, a role it retains today, especially for the building trades, furniture, and jewelry. Richly blessed with gems and minerals, the town was once touted as the “Gem Capital of the World.” Franklin is also justly proud of its crafters, including quilters, woodworkers, potters, basket makers, and glass artists. The Franklin Press, founded in 1886, is the oldest business in the county. The Macon County Historical Society, operating in the old Pendergrass Store, and the Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are perennial favorites with tourists. Franklin is also a gateway town for the Appalachian Trail, which passes nearby, attracting hikers almost year-round. Franklin showcases the rich commercial and community history of this North Carolina mountain town.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

jerry van hoeven

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3700 sq ft (344 sq m)

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No cats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Ridgetop Manor 26 Acres of Fresh air in Room to Roam. Private

Ridgetop Manor 43 acres of fresh air and room to roam and breathe 50 mile views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding bliss
This location was perfect for our little family to celebrate our wedding. Jerry was the absolute best host. And the cleaning crew does a phenomenal job. The view is indescribable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful easy geeling
Stayed Fri-Sunday for Western Carolina University homecoming/tail-gating. Easy directions, beautiful location. Clean, comfy and stocked to meet our needs. Space for everyone! Lower level accessible. Fire pit area we did not use, however we will make time next time! Beds were comfortable, we did not utilize the bunk beds, but a fun space for kids to sleep! All appliances worked well and were clean! The host is wonderful! Very informative and responsive! Thanks for a great time! We will return!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Getaway
Fantastic communication! Dogs will be in heaven! Nice house with ample room to spread out. The driveway is pretty steep to get to it, you can get there in a car, but have to be familiar with driving in the mountains. Overall not really an issue for our group. Loved it! If I could change one thing it would be the checkout time of 10AM to 11 or 12, I don't really love rushing or waking up early on the morning I am finishing up vacation to get out of the property. That is a very small detail though, and I would certainly highly recommend this property to anyone with a large group looking for a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful family time
Great house and area! Our family had so much fun hanging out here, plenty of space and includes everything you’d need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mountain Stay
We stayed at Ridgetop Manor while visiting family in the area. We had about 15-17 people at the home during the day and had plenty of room to relax, cook, converse, and just enjoy each others’ company. The property was amazing and the kids had so much room to run around outside, or around the wraparound deck during those rainy moments. The home was comfortable, large, and had every cooking utensil we could ever need! The owner was so accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed. He was also available at the drop of a text or call. I would highly recommend a stay at Ridgetop Manor if you’re ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful family experience
it was perfect. Road to Ridgetop Manor was not expected, but it was manageable. The place is unbelievable; and worked out well for my family of 14. Jerry was wonderful to work with. He was a perfect host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Enjoyed our time in Franklin. House was large and well appointed. Property was clean and host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Loved the cabin layout and the covered wrap around porch. It was very secluded and quiet which was what we were looking for. The town wasn't very far away if anything was needed. The drive going up was a bit tricky but we had no problems. Everything we needed was provided, we just took food. Jerry was very helpful with any questions we had and a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sorry I missed it
Booked this property for me and several friends on ADV Bikes. Unfortunately, I got sick the day before the trip. My friends had a blast and kept face-timing me to show me how awesome the place was! The owner is very responsive and communicative. The house is exactly what it claims to be and the views are amazing. Will book this one again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alonzo T., Chicago, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
My Little Sisters College Graduation
My family and I came up to see our youngest sister graduate from Western Carolina University. Ridgetop Manor was the greatest place to spend time together as a family considering we had a party of 15 staying! The directions to get up to the cabin can be a little tricky to understand but once you find the correct road that leads you straight there, you won't forget it! The road is a single-car length wide, so you must be careful when driving either up or down! The driveway offered plenty of space for our vehicles to park and move around. The deck was beautiful, we were able to see the view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, We grilled out on the deck and were able to enjoy an amazing meal out there with the picnic table available! Every morning of our stay we all sat on the steps or the rocking chairs available to us and it was so peaceful! The living room, dining area, and kitchen are all in the same proximity of an open area that is great for those who want to sit at the kitchen area, at the dining room table, or even sit on the couch and all be a part of the same conversation. When it comes to reception, as an AT&T user, it worked great, but for others who had Verizon or T-Mobile, there was little to no service. We had a family 5k Fun Run and did laps in the driveway and had a blast! It was around 40 minutes away from WCU but it was worth the view, privacy, and space. Ridgetop Manor was a beautiful place to spend time as a family to cherish such great memories together!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space!!
This house is amazing!! Jerry the owner was very helpful and available. I loved the views from the front and rear porches. It is a wilderness wonderland. If you are looking to get away from civilization this is it. The wind blowing thru the trees and all the bird calls, just amazing. The fire pit was great and Jerry provided firewood.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nuria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location Ridge top Manor
Absolutely Beautiful.. The views are stunning Total privacy plenty to explore on the property. The host Jerry was helpful and available for questions. The home was clean and fully stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Women’s retreat
Such a beautiful cabin with just the right amount of room for our group of ladies. Jerry is wonderful to work with and truly cares about your stay being the best it can.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ridgetop manor
Very good welcome. It is a very nice and quiet place to rest. I definitely recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas in the Mountains
2023 was a rough and sad year for my family. Spending Christmas at Ridgetop Manor was a break we very much needed. The home, the surroundings, the views were just amazing! We loved seeing the deer, the sunrise and the sunsets were amazing! We couldn't have asked for more. Jerry was wonderful to provide any and all information needed. He was also right about the drive up. The first day was intimidating for this Florida girl, but as he said every day afterwards was easy. We loved our week and look forward to another stay at Ridgetop Manor!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noelle M., Lancaster, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
GORGEOUS
Omg!! What can’t I say about this place! Beautiful! The views are amazing!! Jerry is the best property owner I have ever rented from. Communication was spot on! We had a family of 16 staying here! It was our Polar Express trip! The grands thought we were staying at the North Pole AND Jerry helped make that happen ! He had the house decorated for Christmas! The house is gorgeous and has every amenity you can think of. We DEF. Will rent from him again! This was the best trip we have ever had as a family!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M., Fort Myers, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical family gathering
We wanted to have all the kids in one place for a rare gathering. Ridgetop Manner was the place! Stunning 360 views with lodge feel. So pretty, we had our wedding by the fire pit! Limited cell and WiFi facilitated lots of board games and bonding. Well-equipped kitchen for lots of meals together. Jerry was great, and he’s right, trust Waze to get you there. Yes, it looks like you are turning into the gem mine at the bottom! The drive was a little daunting the first time (and a little frightening for our party who came up the first time in the dark), but totally manageable. Our stay was all we dreamed of. If we can ever get everyone together again, we’ll definitely come back! Thanks, Jerry for sharing this lovely place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Family and I came up for Polar Express. This property is for sure way up the mountain which was fantastic for us. Will stay here in the future...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
FAMILY MEMORIES MADE
We had a awesome time, place was beautiful, everything we needed. Great comunication with Jerry.. everyone thanked me for finding such a good place to stay.... would definetly reccomend to others.. thanks Jerry
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin G., Gastonia

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to get away
We really enjoyed our stay here in Franklin. This cabin is out by itself so you really get the feeling you are truly remote. Even so, getting to the grocery store or gas station is not a far drive. The propery owner stayed in great communication with me the whole time and answered all my questions. This cabin is big and can handle a lot of people. We brought our student ministry up here for camp. Would definitly rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended-family Vacation
Everything was perfect! We really enjoyed our time there at the cabin! Jerry was so nice to work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek M., Mechanicsburg, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Views In Every Direction
One of the most amazing properties we've ever rented! It rained nearly all week, but there was plenty of room for our group of 16 to spread out. When the weather did clear the views were stunning. The drive up (and down) is not for the faint of heart, but it got better each time. Jerry is a fantastic owner. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hard driveway results in beautiful views
Our car scraped and chugged to get up the mountain, but we felt well rewarded once we made it to the top. Lovely cabin, well supplied. Jerry was awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Absolutely beautiful property. We enjoyed every single moment in the mountain. The road to the cabin is no joke. If you plan to bring a trailer like we did make sure you’re driving a full size truck. 4 wheel drive would be even better. Road is well maintained but has some pretty steep places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023