Historic 1890 charm blended with modern comfort

Entire cottage in Franklin, North Carolina

  1. 5 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Pamela
  1. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Mountain and valley views

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At-home coffee

Start your morning right with the drip coffee maker.
2 BR / 2 BA - The Dock Barnard Farm, a beautiful mountain vacation home located near many western NC points of interest, is an 1890's home featuring great attention to detail during the renovation and restoration process. Expect modern comforts and conveniences, including linens and towels for your use. Plus, you'll find additional amenities to make your stay the best ever! Non-smoking. No pets (service animals only). Not handicap accessible. Responsible party must be at least 25-years-old.

The space
The Dock Barnard Farm Suitability and 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 master bedroom suite - 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
- Fireplace with gas logs
- 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
- Fruit trees and kitchen garden becoming established
- Extensive guidebook

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire home, the lawn, two small fields, and the adjacent woodland trails.

Other things to note
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

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Valley view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Franklin, North Carolina, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Treat yourself to an evening at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, a premiere venue for great performances.

Include some well-known destinations on your itinerary:
Nantahala National Forest,
Appalachian Trail,
Pigeon Forge, TN,
Asheville, NC,
Biltmore House,
Cherohala Skyway, Blue Ridge Parkway,
Legendary Cherokee,
Cradle of Forestry,
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad,
Cades Cove,
The Whistle Stop Mall,
Old School Antique Mall,

Outdoor activities:
Cycling (The Dock Barnard Farm is adjacent to Burningtown Loops),
Boating,
Fly fishing,
Gem mining,
Horseback riding,
Knee-boarding,
Viewing waterfalls,
Lake fishing,
Mountain biking,
Rafting,
Zipping along canopy tours,
Snow skiing (at Cataloochee Ski Area),
Swimming,
Tubing,
Water skiing

Meet your host

Host
92 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Speaks English
Lives in Franklin, North Carolina
Owned and lovingly restored by Jim and Pam, lifelong residents of Franklin, The Old Campbell Farm is more than just a vacation rental—it's a piece of living history. Jim's family has deep roots in the Iotla Valley, farming these lands since 1879. In 2011, Jim and Pam embarked on a journey to preserve and share the rich heritage of this historical farm. Your hosts are dedicated to ensuring your stay is as memorable as it is comfortable.

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
5 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs