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The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort

Family-friendly vacation home in Franklin with a water park

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In the heart of the countryside, The Dock Barnard Farm offers a serene retreat with valley views. Unwind in this fully furnished haven featuring a wrap-around screen porch, modern kitchen with Keurig coffee maker, and spacious living/dining area. Additional perks include central A/C and heat, high-efficiency washing machine and clothes dryer.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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

The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort

We continue to follow the recommended cleaning/sanitizing protocols for the protection of our guests and staff. Also, we currently are blocking one day between stays to implement the recommended cleaning/sanitizing protocols. Please let us know if you have questions/concerns. Thanks, Jim and Pam

The Dock Barnard Farm features: - Four-season, easy access - Valley view - Fully furnished - Parking area on site - Non-smoking only - Pets not allowed (service animals only) - Not handicap accessible - Minimum age limit for renters (responsible party must be at least 25-years-old) - Maximum occupancy - 5. Children welcome (please contact owners to discuss special equipment needs for infants and/or toddlers) - Bedroom 1: Queen en suite bedroom - comfy sleep system mattress set, elegant linens, oak furnishings, built-in closet, plush wall-to-wall carpet, private bathroom with step-in shower/glass door - Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom - comfy sleep system mattress set, elegant linens, pine furnishings, built-in closet, plush wall-to-wall carpet, across-the-hall access to large bathroom with full-size bathtub, direct access to wrap-around screen porch - Additional guest accommodations: Handsome sofa in living room converts into a full size sleeper sofa, if needed - Both bathrooms feature fluffy towels and hair dryers - Modern kitchen featuring everything you might possibly need, including dishes, utensils, cookware, a Keurig coffee maker, and a 12-cup coffee brewing machine - Spacious living/dining area with open floor plan to maximize enjoyment of family time - Pub-style dining furniture for six - High-efficiency washing machine (requires HE detergent) and clothes dryer, iron and ironing board - Central A/C and heat with high-efficiency heat pump - Wide-screen, HDTV above fireplace; small HDTV in kitchen - Satellite service (Dish) - Free WiFi (Hughesnet) - Wrap-around screen porch with outdoor dining furniture and rocking chairs - Gas 4-burner outdoor grill - Woodlands trails - Extensive guidebook

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please leave bed linens in place and leave damp towels and washcloths on towel bars. Thank you! Jim and Pam
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Not handicapped accessible
For safety of guests, property - "No Fire Pit" policy
Change or set-up of passwords not allowed

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Service animals only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: One infant counts as one traveler.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Rose Creek Mine - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Mason Mountain Mine - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Mill Creek Country Club - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen on 153 - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dock Barnard Farm-historic 1890 charm seamlessly blended with modern comfort located?

This family-friendly Franklin vacation home is located in a rural location, steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Mason Mountain Mine. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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