STUNNING VIEWS!!! LUXURY MT VISTA LODGE CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN & HIGHLANDS

Franklin, North Carolina
$409 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Lodge

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

NO STORM DAMAGE AND BUSINESS AS USUAL IN THE SURROUNDING TOWNS! Welcome to MT Vista Lodge, your ultimate escape to the GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS! With 4 levels of luxury there is plenty of room for multiple families and amenities for everyone to enjoy! Internet, streaming television and cell service allows you to stay connected in this exquisite mountain lodge with breathtaking mountain views.


Large decks on every level provide numerous options for seating, reclining and outdoor dining. The main deck offers a convenient place to grill with large dining table and a fire table with seating so you can enjoy the gorgeous sunsets. Inside the main level you are greeted with cathedral ceilings and a 20 foot stone gas fireplace to relax next to. Large scale windows on every floor allow you to enjoy panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains. The main floor offers 2 queen bedrooms separated by a full bathroom with easy access to the kitchen, dining and main living area. This great kitchen comes fully equipped with everything you need to prepare a perfect family dinner.

The loft above is a great space the kids can lounge and enjoy the large screen TV, shuffleboard, game table, PAC MAN arcade games and many board games. The loft has 2 bunk beds with 4 twin mattresses that sleeps 4 and has a full bathroom.

The stunning mid level master suite has a king size bed, gorgeous stone gas fireplace, large screen TV with a separate tub/shower. Walk out onto your private deck to enjoy the morning sunrise or lounge in the swinging daybed any time of day.

There is even a studio on the ground floor separate from the house which has a queen size bed. Completely remodeled and charming as can be it’s the perfect private getaway.

Franklin is a unique town that has been referred to as the hidden “gem” nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge mountains and the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. We are 30 miles from SMOKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, the most traveled National Park in the US! Come explore all this quaint little town has to offer with a 15 minute drive to breweries, chic coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, kids fun park all surrounded by captivating natural waterfalls. Explore Dry Falls or 15 other surrounding water falls in your backyard. Feeling adventurous Nantahala outdoor center is less then 30 minutes away with an abundance of outdoor activities including ziplining, hiking, white water rafting, mountain biking etc. Take a short scenic drive through the mountains and enjoy an exquisite dinner in the Highlands. Less then a 45 minute drive to Sapphire Valley and Scaly Mountain ski resorts. Your In the center of it all with less then 2 hours to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge and Asheville..

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Feature Features

  • MORE

    Books Games Smoke-free Property Desk Desk Chair Dryer Fireplace Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • OUTDOOR

    BBQ Grill(s) Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Available In All Rooms: Free WiFi Available In Some Public Areas: Internet Access
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Arcade/game Room Billiards/pool Table
  • ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. In-room Accessibility This Property Does Not Have Elevators Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking
  • GUEST SERVICES

    Laundry Facilities
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Arcade/game Room Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Dining Table Kitchen Kitchenette Laundry Facilities Microwave Refrigerator Separate Living Room Travel Crib
  • ACTIVITIES NEARBY

    Birdwatching Fishing Fitness Center Access Golfing Health/beauty Spa Hiking/biking Trails Hunting Kayaking Mountain Biking Mountain Climbing Rafting Water Tubing Wildlife And Game Walks Winery Tours
  • BEDROOM

    Air Conditioning Bed Sheets Heating
  • BATHROOM

    4 Bathrooms Bathtub Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV Video Games
  • OUTDOOR SPACE

    Balcony
  • FOOD AND DRINK

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dining Table Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Kitchenette Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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Review Review

  • Graham L.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    We had an amazing stay at this mountain house with friends and our two babies! The views were absolutely stunning — every window felt like a postcard. The location was perfect for both relaxing and exploring nearby trails. The host’s communication was excellent, making check-in and our entire stay smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend this spot for families or groups looking for a peaceful getaway with incredible scenery!

  • Debbie S.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Such a fantastic view! A very large home for four people, we didn’t use it all. The kitchen was fully stocked and easy to cook in. We will be back!

  • Christa H.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    Beautiful house with incredible views. The bedrooms were comfortable and cozy. The house was clean and well stocked. The kitchen could've used a few more utensils for cooking but it was wonderful to have k-cups provided for coffee. We had trouble heating/cooling the home properly. The split units in some of the bedrooms only wanted to blow out hot air. And when we tried to open the screen doors in the day, stink bugs would sneak in. But overall the home in October maintained a steady temperature. Maybe easier to just put on a sweater in the morning and open the windows at night when the stink bugs are less active. Wonderful to sit in front of the stone fireplace in the morning and gas firetable at night. And again--that view from the porches is to die for.

  • Angel P.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    Stunning place! I hold recommend for large families, there is plenty of room for everyone to have space. The views are unbelievable!! Our stepson got married and they came to have pictures on the back porch after seeing the view we had. Just gorgeous!

  • Kevin S.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Fantastic view and central to activities. The mountain towns in the area were very nice with restaurants and pubs. Natalite, the owner, was very helpful and responsive.

  • Leroy E.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Beautiful views and very relaxing environment. Enough room for everyone to have their own space to retreat to when desired.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Stunning views do not disappoint! Clean, spacious with 3 levels of wrap around porch. Owner quick to get back with you.

  • Zach H.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Thank you for the wonderful stay, and the amazing views.

  • SweetPea

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    The house was very nice and clean. The wrap around decks (3) were great views.

  • Submitted May 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 19, 2025

    We have stayed here 10 out of the last 12 years and find this to be a perfect place to stay. One thing I do miss the ceiling fan in the master bed room. Plenty of parking and round to enjoy.

  • Dave W.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Great location. House is great. Loved the hanging swing/bed on the middle level porch. View is fantastic. Morning sun feels great on the porch. Some minor broken things when we arrived, but I chatted with the property manager and it doesn't sound as though we will be charged for those. Very nice property manager who is easy to communicate with.

  • Fran S.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    This home is a great place for a mountain vacation. The porches are amazing and perfect for enjoying the view. We loved the fire pit on the cold evenings. We cooked most meals at the house and found everything we needed as far as pots, utensils, storage containers, appliances, etc. There was plenty of room for our group to spread out. The fireplaces were wonderful (and much needed on our trip). There were a lot of steps so this could be an issue for young children or people with mobility issues. Although the house is up a winding, mountain road, it was paved and easily driven. I definitely recommend this location!

  • Jeff B.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2025

    Stayed Jan 9, 2025

    Fantastic place with great views!! Property manager was very accommodating. We’ll be back!!

  • Submitted Dec 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    We spent our Thanksgiving with our family at Mt Vista and had an amazing time!! The house was perfect for us all! There was plenty of room and we were very comfortable throughout our stay. We enjoyed time in the great room with the beautiful fireplace and also enjoyed the outdoor fire pit at night for smores! The views were stunning on each of the multiple decks;). We were so pleasantly surprised to see the house decorated for Christmas!! Especially that beautiful Christmas Tree!! We ventured out to the town of Franklin and Highlands while stopping at Dry Falls on the way…it was all So much fun!! We would love to come back!!

  • James M.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    Wonderful house and location in the mountains for a long weekend with friends. Wish we could have stayed longer. Wonderful views from the decks and firepit area. Would stay here again.

  • Jenn B.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    Loved it. Highly recommend. Gorgeous views, great space, very responsive host.

  • Mark K.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    We stayed at this property for one week and enjoyed many of its features. The house offers stunning views and has a fun game room upstairs. Its location just off a paved road made access easy, and we loved spending a few evenings around the fire pit. While the house was well-equipped, we did need to purchase a few additional items, such as extra dishwasher tabs, paper products, a sheet pan, and a new frying pan, as the provided ones are due for replacement. The fireplaces—both indoors and on the patio—are gas and very easy to use, though they’re primarily for ambiance. The WiFi worked well, and we had good cell reception with AT&T. We encountered a minor issue with the HVAC but found that only one unit connected to the compressor could run at a time. Checking the lines outside the house helped us identify which units were linked. Overall, we had a pleasant stay, and the views were beautiful at almost any time of day.

  • Shawn H.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    This house was perfect for our long weekend get away with adult kids and their spouses. Everything was even better than described! Plenty to do at the house (lots of games), plenty of space for each couple to enjoy quiet time and lots of room for us all to enjoy being together. After hiking and exploring each day, we loved hanging out on the amazing deck and watching the clouds literally float right by us. We will return!

  • Tonya L.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Great time together in the beautiful mountains

  • Jill H.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    This is a wonderful place in between Franklin and Highlands. We had a bit of a snafu during checking (the place had not been cleaned from the previous renters , and the owner did not have a backup plan). We figured it out and the rest of our say was very nice. At every level the decks give gorgeous views, the kitchen is well appointed, and there are fun games in the loft.

  • Dave V.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2024

    Stayed May 18, 2024

    We were not happy with the bugs and spiders in the house. besides that the house is in need of a lot of work from the deck to the bathrooms.

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