Title: Carolina River Ranch Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Carolina River Ranch Riverfront farm stay in Franklin with free parking ## Photo gallery for Carolina River Ranch ![Front of property - Carolina River Ranch (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/4bcb9266.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Carolina River Ranch (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/64f05ba2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Mountain view - Carolina River Ranch (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/1d5f94f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Carolina River Ranch (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Boating - Carolina River Ranch (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/2c57f3fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Carolina River Ranch provides amenities like free breakfast and a garden. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=19782566&PinnedHotelID=19782566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19782600/19782566/d46bd0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 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[Visit our Franklin travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Franklin.dx8140) [View more Agritourism in Franklin](https://www.expedia.com/Franklin-Agritourism.d8140-aaAgritourism.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.10876%2C-83.38197&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=K--_aYWktCMxjZNPnwZ7ceLAfcs=) 435 Sam McClure Road, Franklin, NC, 28734 ### What's nearby - ![Towering observation part of a traditional 19th century factory, Laurel, MD, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656764/911bc159-0115-4c69-b8f3-9c03bda36b9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Factory 10 min drive \- 5.1 miles - Tessentee Bottomland Preserve 4 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Prentiss Bridge Stream Access 5 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Whistle Stop Mall 8 min drive \- 4.7 miles - Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 10 min drive \- 5.1 miles ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 87 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 8 min drive - Leo’s Caffe Italia 8 min drive - Redneck Romeo’s 5 min drive - Subway 3 min drive - Siam Thai Cuisine 8 min drive ## About this property ### Carolina River Ranch Farm stay by the river Carolina River Ranch provides amenities like free breakfast and a garden. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Carolina River Ranch Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica, Atlanta Jun 11, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff was very hospitable. Unique experience. Will definitely be back ##### Jessica Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Tyler Nov 24, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Romantic getaway Neat idea! Luckily we were only ones in camp. Tents are real close together and it would not be near as romantic if there was a crowd. We had a great time though! ##### Tyler Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy Nov 1, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very Cool Set up nicely..clean and comfortable very personable and hospitable owner beautiful property and minutes from town/supermarket. 5 out of 5 would go again. ##### Timothy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveler Nov 29, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveler Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.com/Cherokee-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-River-Escape-Inn-Suites.h895469.Hotel-Information) - [Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Microtel-Inn-By-Wyndham-Franklin.h116550.Hotel-Information) - [Quality Inn Franklin](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Franklin.h899612.Hotel-Information) - [Colonial Inn Franklin](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Colonial-Inn-Franklin.h3812323.Hotel-Information) - [Americas Best Value Inn Franklin](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Rodeway-Inn.h179945.Hotel-Information) - [Carolina Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Carolina-Motel.h1312242.Hotel-Information) - [Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Franklin-Terrace-Bed-And-Breakfast.h24151934.Hotel-Information) - [Sapphire Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Sapphire-Inn.h11862489.Hotel-Information) - [The Lodge at Cat Creek](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Cat-Creek-Lodge.h38924298.Hotel-Information) - [Hampton Inn Franklin](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Franklin.h56598.Hotel-Information) - [The Park On Main](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-The-Park-On-Main.h110839158.Hotel-Information) - [Half-Mile Farm](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Half-Mile-Farm.h2206322.Hotel-Information) - [Baby Bear's Den, Tiny Paradise](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Baby-Bears-Den.h107209380.Hotel-Information) - [Private, Modern, Unique freestanding fireplace, Outdoor seating](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Foxglove-Flat-Of-Highlands.h87973136.Hotel-Information) - [Outpost Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-The-Wells-Hotel.h11881029.Hotel-Information) - [Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Trailborn-Highlands.h12956.Hotel-Information) - [200 Main](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-200-Main.h8734661.Hotel-Information) - [Highlands Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Highlands-Hotels-Highlands-Inn.h4337873.Hotel-Information) - [Fire Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Scaly-Mountain-Hotels-Fire-Mountain-Resort.h894131.Hotel-Information) - [The Farmhouse - Mountain Vineyard Getaway on the Highlands Plateau](https://www.expedia.com/Scaly-Mountain-Hotels-The-Farmhouse-Mountain-Vineyard-Getaway-On-The-Highlands-Plateau.h53129882.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Macon County](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Macon-County.d553248635976431421.Flight-Destinations) - [Macon County Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Macon-County.d553248635976431421.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Macon County](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Macon-County.d553248635976431421.Car-Rental-Destinations) - [Macon County Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Macon-County.d553248635976431421.Vacation-Rental-Destinations) - [Things to do in Macon County](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Macon-County.d553248635976431421.Travel-Guide-Activities)