Family friendly castle, 17th century archaic chateau, providing all amenities.
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Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Laundry
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Franklin, NC
- Nantahala National ForestPlace, Nantahala National Forest1 min walk
- Great Smoky Mountains National ParkPlace, Great Smoky Mountains National Park30 min drive
- Harrahs Cherokee CasinoPlace, Harrahs Cherokee Casino40 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Franklin
With a stay at this castle in Franklin, you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 5-minute drive from Mason Mountain Mine. .This castle is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 24 mi (38.6 km) from Western Carolina University.
What's nearby
- Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 26 min drive - 22.0 miles
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 30 min drive - 24.9 miles
- Western Carolina University - 35 min drive - 30.4 miles
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 35.8 miles
Restaurants
- Slanted Window - 11 min drive
- Tokyo Japanese-Thai Sushi Bar - 10 min drive
- Duffell Hideaway - 21 min drive
- 332 Shady Oaks Drive - 17 min drive
- The Bend - 13 min drive
About this property
Family friendly castle, 17th century archaic chateau, providing all amenities.
Welcome to Joshua Keep.
This house was intentionally built for the enjoyment of travelers as a respite, place to find peace and to enjoy the beautiful Smokey mountain country side. We have spent more than 8 years preparing this 17th century, archaic chateau and provided all practical amenities. Escape to this amazing micro-castle in picturesque Franklin. With five spacious bedrooms, including a king bed, 4 queen beds, 4 Murphy beds, and a crib, guests find plenty of room to relax. Four bathrooms offer convenient showers, soaps and hair dryers for a comfortable stay. The classical, peaceful atmosphere inside is custom conditioned, ensuring a pleasant environment year-round. The house is stocked with games, Sonos sound system, kitchen wares, BBQ gills, fire pit, hot tub, candy and everything else fun that we could think of.
Whether gathering in the grand living areas or retreating to your private space, this castle invites guests to unwind in style, and spend time exploring the smokey mountains with Franklin and Bryson city only minutes away as well as hiking trails, national parks, breath taking views and water falls. This will be a fun Family experience you will never forget!
This house was intentionally built for the enjoyment of travelers as a respite, place to find peace and to enjoy the beautiful Smokey mountain country side. We have spent more than 8 years preparing this 17th century, archaic chateau and provided all practical amenities. Escape to this amazing micro-castle in picturesque Franklin. With five spacious bedrooms, including a king bed, 4 queen beds, 4 Murphy beds, and a crib, guests find plenty of room to relax. Four bathrooms offer convenient showers, soaps and hair dryers for a comfortable stay. The classical, peaceful atmosphere inside is custom conditioned, ensuring a pleasant environment year-round. The house is stocked with games, Sonos sound system, kitchen wares, BBQ gills, fire pit, hot tub, candy and everything else fun that we could think of.
Whether gathering in the grand living areas or retreating to your private space, this castle invites guests to unwind in style, and spend time exploring the smokey mountains with Franklin and Bryson city only minutes away as well as hiking trails, national parks, breath taking views and water falls. This will be a fun Family experience you will never forget!
There's a private balcony. A kitchen makes it easy to prepare your meals. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
This smoke-free castle offers wheelchair access.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
- Hot tub
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Wheelchair accessibility
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 4 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Food and drink
- Kitchen
More
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators