Deer Ridge: Gated Mountain Retreat for 11

10 Mi to Dtwn Franklin | 11 Mi to AT Access This gated Blue Ridge retreat sleeps 11 across 4 bedrooms (Cal-king, 2 queens, 5-twin bunk room) and 2 full baths. Cook for the crew in a full kitchen, warm up by the gas fireplace, soak in the jetted tub, and stream on fast Starlink wifi. Washer/dryer, decks with mountain views, and a fire pit for starry nights. Easy, keyless self check-in and free parking for 8+ vehicles. Downtown Franklin, waterfalls, trails, and rafting are all minutes away! -- THE PROPERTY -- OUTDOOR LIVING - Deck, outdoor dining set, gas grill - Rocking chairs, picnic table, backyard - Fire pit (wood not provided), forest views INDOOR LIVING - Smart TV, fireplace, dining table - Board games & books, soaker tub - Washer & dryer - Central heating & A/C KITCHEN - Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven - Microwave, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker - Toaster, Crockpot, coffee & tea, snacks - Cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware - Trash bags & paper towels, high chair ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story home, 3 steps for entry - Handrail available, exterior stairs may be slippery in rain or snow - 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms on 1st floor PARKING - Garage (1 vehicle) - Driveway (6 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- - Near the Nantahala National Forest with scenic forest views - 2 miles to Bartram Trailhead & Primitive Outback Kayaking & Gem Mining - 10 miles to downtown Franklin shopping, restaurants, museums & breweries - 11 miles to Highlands Aerial Park & Appalachian Trail access via Ball Creek Trailhead Parking - 15 miles to Rose Creek Mine - 27 miles to Lake Glenville - 29 miles to Appalachian Trail in Georgia - 34 miles to Sapphire Valley Resort - 44 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park -- 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 - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Due to the location in a mountain community, there is no trash service available. Guests will need to take their trash to a local refuse center - Firewood is not provided for the fire pit; guests must bring their own SECURITY CAMERA INFORMATION - 3 exterior devices - Location: doorbell, front door, driveway - Coverage: front entry, driveway