Title: Charming Tiny Home Bear Pen Bungalow with AC and WiFi near Wonderful Franklin NC Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Tiny Home Bear Pen Bungalow with AC and WiFi near Wonderful Franklin NC Holiday home in Franklin with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108322100/108322027/313506cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108322100/108322027/78ff2faa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108322100/108322027/266009ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108322100/108322027/0496d90f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108322100/108322027/e808a110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bear Pen Bungalow offers a charming retreat in the heart of Franklin, NC's historic Cowee Indian district. Step into this cozy one-bedroom tiny home and unwind by the fire pit or on the covered deck, with everything you need at your fingertips. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Tiny Home Bear Pen Bungalow with AC and WiFi near Wonderful Franklin NC “New storybook cottage in a quiet forest, just 7 mi from downtown Franklin. Cozy interior, porch, fire pit, great hikes (waterfalls & Bartram Trail), + top dining and wine bar nearby!” Welcome to your charming mountain retreat! This brand-new, sunlit cottage sits just 7 miles (about a 13-minute drive) from the heart of downtown Franklin—close enough to enjoy local shops, top restaurants, and live music, yet nestled in a peaceful forest hideaway. The Space Bright, open-plan living area with cozy, rustic accents Fully equipped galley-style kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast table Cozy queen bedroom with plush linens and blackout shades Contemporary bathroom with roomy walk-in shower Smart TV, high-speed Wi‑Fi, and air conditioning Outdoor Features Private fire pit with Adirondack chairs—perfect for s’mores and stargazing Sun-dappled front porch with comfortable seating, coffee table, and fan Secluded forest setting with easy driveway parking Nearby Attractions Slanted Window Tasting Station — top-rated wine & bourbon bar with charcuterie, just minutes away Rufus Morgan Falls Trail — a beautiful 60-ft waterfall, easy/moderate 1-mile round-trip hike Bartram Trail to Jones Knob & Wayah Bald — top-rated Appalachian/Bartram Trail hikes near Franklin Sliding Rock (Quarry Falls) — natural rock slide with a deep swimming pool Dining & Entertainment Slanted Window – 4.9★ wine tastings, sandwiches, charcuterie & live music Gracious Plates on Main – fresh farm‑to‑table meals downtown Motor Company Grill – retro diner classics & milkshakes Caffé REL – fine French bistro uniquely located in a gas‑station setting Bent Willow Bakeshop – artisan pastries & espresso Perfect For Couples’ weekend escapes Solo nature retreats or remote working breaks Outdoor lovers chasing waterfalls and trails Wine & food enthusiasts soaking up Franklin’s culinary charm Come experience our adorable and immaculate Bear Pen Bungalow - a one bedroom, one bath comfy and appealing "Tiny Home" with outside Fire Pit, covered deck, and plenty of PRIVACY in a very nice and well maintained area with all the amenities nearby to enjoy a Mountain Vacation in Franklin, NC. You'll fall in LOVE with the Tiny Home concept...Everything you might want within easy reach! Comfortable and Cozy isn't just a phrase, it's a fact here at Bear Pen! Everything you might want and need including ideal location and easy access, at an amazing price. This Tiny Home will impress you with its space, perfect/new condition, and inviting atmosphere both inside and out. Located In Historic Cowee Indian district - including Cowee school art and heritage center, Cowee Indian Mound, Little Tennessee River and close to downtown Franklin, NC, for Restaurants and Shopping. Perfect for a "honeymoon cottage" - anniversary celebration - or year round vacation destination for 2! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Meal delivery service ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Double-glazed windows - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Unit size: 500 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34383200/34383150/59729a24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beat the heat. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Franklin is home to this holiday home. Mason Mountain Mine and Sheffield Mine are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Whistle Stop Mall and Oaks Gallery. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Franklin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franklin.dx8140) [View more Holiday homes in Franklin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franklin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d8140-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.27277,-83.40855&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BaivElva%7CN%3FS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40Q%40S%40S%40Q%40SBQ%40S%40QBQBSBQBQBQBSDQDQBQDODSDQFODOFSDOFOFQFOFOFOFQHMHOFOHMHOHMHMHOHMJMHMJKHMJKJMJKJKJMLIJKJILKJILILKJGLILGLILILELGNGLGLGLENELENELENCLCNENCLCNCNALCNANANANAL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDLBNBNDLDNDLDLDLFNFLFLFLDLHLHLFLHLFJJLHJHLJJHLJJHJLJJJJJLJJHLJJJLHLHLHNJLFLHNHLHNFNHLFPFNFNHNDPFNFNDRDNFNDPDRDNBPDPDPBRBPBPBPBRBP%40PBR%40P%40R%40P%40R%40R%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FPARAPARAPARAPCRAPCPCRCPCPCRCPEPEPCPEPEPEPGNEPEPGNGPENINGNGNGPILGNINILINGNKJINILILKLKLIJKLKJKLKJKJKHMJKHMJKHMJKHMFMHMHMFMHMFMDMFOFMFMDMDODMDODOBMDOBMBOBOBOBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAOAMAOCOCMCOCOCMEOCMEOEMEOEMEMGMGOGMEMGMIMGMIMIKGMIMKKIMKKIKKMIKKKKKMKKKMIKKMIMKMIMIOIKIOIOIMGOIOIMGQGOGOGOGOGQEOGQEQGOEQEQEQCQEQEQCQCSCQCQCSCQAQASCQASAQASAQAS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HBnxdYbTjj9hpA5TdjVDUSeY5JM=) Franklin, NC ### What's nearby - Mason Mountain Mine - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Sheffield Mine - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Rose Creek Mine - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles - Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 13 min drive - 7.5 miles - Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Slanted Window - ‬11 min drive - ‪Bojangles - ‬14 min drive - ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬14 min drive - ‪Currahee Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Tiny Home Bear Pen Bungalow with AC and WiFi near Wonderful Franklin NC pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Charming Tiny Home Bear Pen Bungalow with AC and WiFi near Wonderful Franklin NC located? > Situated in Franklin, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mason Mountain Mine and Sheffield Mine. Old Cardinal Gem Mine is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Tiny Home Bear Pen Bungalow with AC and WiFi near Wonderful Franklin NC Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brent J. 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a couple Brand new lovely place in the mountains. Lots of extras and well appointed. Must have been set up by a designer, everything was well thought out and perfect for us. ##### Brent J. 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