Cozy Riverside Retreat: Relax, Unwind & Enjoy!

Entire home in Franklin, Pennsylvania

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Julie
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

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Welcome to your cozy getaway tucked in a quiet neighborhood, where comfort & relaxation come first. Charming cottage offers private access to the river right in the backyard, along with beautiful views that make you escape. Step outside to find Adirondack chairs surrounding a firepit, outdoor COVERED patio seating w a t.v & firepit table, along with a grill & dining area. Inside, you’ll enjoy many ammenties that make your stay feel comfortable. Outdoor life, shopping & dining -minutes away!

The space
The only house on this side of the city with private river access 🌊 for floating, fishing, and kayaking. Designed for relaxation, entertaining, and comfort. Step into a very clean, cottage-style retreat designed for comfort and relaxation. Enjoy the outdoors in any weather on the covered patio, complete with a firepit table and a seasonal outdoor TV—perfect for cozy nights or game-day gatherings.

Take in the gorgeous river views from your own backyard, with private access to the water and a privacy fence for peace and seclusion. Whether you’re relaxing with lawn games, gathering around the fire, or simply listening to the river, this space makes it easy to slow down and enjoy the moment.

Inside, every detail is designed with your comfort in mind. Relax in the living room on the new sectional sofa by the fireplace, and enjoy your favorite shows on the large Smart TV. Each bedroom also features luxury bedding, sound machines, fans, charging stations and its own Smart TV, so everyone can unwind their way.

Start your mornings with a coffee, tea, and cocoa bar, or enjoy a fun waffle and pancake bar—a thoughtful touch to make your stay feel extra special. This cottage is the perfect spot to relax, recharge, and unwind!

Guest access
Entire house excluded basement storage. Private river access.

Other things to note
AMMENTIES you will love! The only house on this side of the city with private river access 🌊 for floating, fishing, and kayaking. Designed for relaxation, entertaining, and comfort.

☕ Food & Beverage
Complimentary Coffee, Tea & Hot Cocoa Bar ☕ (Keurig + traditional coffee maker)
Waffle, Pancake & Breakfast Bars 🧇

📺 Entertainment & Technology
5 Smart Roku TVs 📺 (one in every bedroom) with Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, DirecTV
Lamps & end tables with USB ports & charging 🔌

🛏️ Comfort & Relaxation
LUXURY beds 🛌 with real mattresses, pillow toppers/memory foam, pillows & blankets
Sound machines 🎶 & small fans
Seasonal décor
Bug-proof encasings, sanitized 🧼

🔥 Living Spaces
Fireplaces 🔥 in living & dining rooms for warmth & ambiance. New sectional 🛋️
Mudroom 🧥

🌿 Outdoor Spaces
Two-story deck w/privacy fence & bushes 🌳
Top: seating 🪑, outdoor dining 🍽️ w/fans, gliding bench, privacy bushes
Bottom: covered, seasonal TV, fire table 🔥, fans, outdoor dining, blankets & pillows 🛋️, patio string lights ✨
Yard: 4 Adirondack chairs & gliding bench 🪑
Outdoor fire pit 🔥 (wood provided, tip appreciated for sons)
Outdoor grill 🍔 w/ grill cart
Outdoor games 🏐 cornhole and etc.
Summer: rafts 🛶 & floating weights provided, hammock coming in Spring 2026!

Seasonal Outdoor Amenities
Outdoor amenities (firepit table and propane) are seasonal and weather-dependent. We keep them out as long as possible and set them back up as soon as the weather allows. If you’d like to request them during the off-season, please make this request at the time of reservation so we can see what’s possible for your stay.
🍽️ Kitchen & Dining
Fully equipped kitchen 🍳

🛁 Bathrooms & Essentials
Shampoo, conditioner, body wash 🧴 & hair dryer
Bath towels, hand towels & washcloths 🛀

🧹 Extra Care & Cleanliness
Professionally treated for insects 🐜 (organic)
Bedding & pillows freshly sanitized 🛏️

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
River view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 92 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Franklin, Pennsylvania, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Very quiet neighborhood and river in ur back yard! Steps away from boat launch, kayack rental and play ground/park. Privacy fence in Spring of 2023

Meet your host

Superhost
138 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
My work: Men.Health Therapist
For guests, I always: attempt to go about & beyond for comfort
We go above & beyond best we can! I love to make people feel relaxed, comfortable...I am a therapist so being able to offer places that are clean, cared for, comfortable and feels as close to home as possible is my goal!

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Host details

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

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

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