Franklin Museums

Visit one of four museums in Franklin, all of which are within walking distance of each other. The Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum occupies the “Old Macon County Jail” where it opened its doors to the public on May 25, 1974. Open from May 1st to October 31st, Monday through Saturday from 12 pm to…

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Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

This 1,500 seat state-of-the-art facility is an unexpected find for a small town and yet it offers the finest in performing arts. Performances include passion plays, musical productions, professional drama troupes, dance and choral festivals, recitals, and various music genres. To find out what’s on during your visit, click here. The Center is just under…

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Guest Review 6

“I’ve always received a phone call within a few hours of our arrival from the owner to make sure everything is as expected. On this trip, we were even surprised with a spectacularly decorated 10’+ tree for the holidays and tasteful decorations on the front door and around the house…all winter fun that would have…

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Guest Review 5

“The home is gorgeous and the view is breathtaking!! We arrived with a warm welcome of fall decor of pumpkins and mums, manicured landscaping, clean & beautiful home, and a gorgeous view!! The details in this home are well-thought-out! There was a bathroom for each of the beautifully decorated & clean bedrooms, kitchen is fantastic,…

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Guest Review 4

“This is our third stay at Buttercup Haven within the last six months…and I don’t have enough nice things to say about it. The owner has thought of everything you might need to make the stay enjoyable…..it feels like you’re visiting a friend’s home…a friend who has a very nice, well-decorated home with beautiful flower…

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Guest Review 3

“Buttercup Haven is aptly named, it is truly a private haven surrounded by beautiful landscaping with stunning unobstructed mountain views. Attention to detail earns this listing a solid five stars, from the interior design work & well crafted construction to the luxurious linens and hot tub. The details are just too long to list!”

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Guest Review 2

”Before leaving, we each gave a word describing our visit. They were: Beautiful, Exquisite, Amazing, Awesome, Fantabulous, Heavenly and Relaxing. We cannot wait to make more memories at this fabulous retreat.“

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Guest Review 1

“In the nine years our group of 8 has been renting a NC mountain house this may be the best one yet. The owner was very invested in our having an exceptional stay. She was very attentive to all our needs.”

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