Bearfoot Lodge: "The Best View in Macon County.” in Franklin

Bearfoot Lodge is a beautiful, comfortable, and versatile home located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. At an elevation of 3,500 feet and with an almost-360 degree view, Bearfoot Lodge claims "the best view in Macon County."  Bearfoot Lodge is just as perfect for a memorable holiday gathering  or a big family reunion as it is for  a secluded writer's or artist's retreat.  Venture off the beaten path and settle in at this serene mountain-top home.

Featuring a wraparound deck, Bearfoot Lodge looks out on the neighboring mountains and lush, peaceful valleys of the Appalachian foothills.  Our two-story home is fully appointed and tastefully decorated. Spend your mornings on the deck watching the sun climb over rosy-peaked mountains or enjoying the shimmering hummingbirds that visit the feeders.  Rock the afternoons away listening to wind in the treetops or watching dozens of goldfinches.  Inside, enjoy use of the gourmet kitchen, stereo, CD and VCR/DVD players, satellite dish, and gas fireplace.  As the sun sets into blue mist and fireflies appear, gaze into the brilliant, star-studded sky and identify your favorite constellations.

Bearfoot Lodge is located at an elevation of 3,500 feet at the summit of Shope Mountain in Otto, about 15 miles south of Franklin, NC. It is just 2 hours north of Atlanta off Highway 441, near Highlands, NC and Dillard and Clayton, GA.  It is an easy 90-minute drive to Asheville.

From the comfortable wrap-around deck and most windows in the house, Bearfoot Lodge features "the best view in Macon County," according to a local realtor.  Other features include a beautifully furnished family room with gas fireplace; inviting dining room and gourmet kitchen; 3 bedrooms (1 king and 2 queens)/3 bathrooms; a den; an additional basement room with 3 rollaway beds and i double inflatable mattress; central heat and air; satellite dish and VCR/DVD player; stereo and CD player; microwave and dishwasher; barbeque grill; washer and dryer; all linens supplied.  But best of all is the view!

Enjoy gem mining, white-water rafting and tubing, horseback riding, skiing, golfing, fishing, hiking, biking, motorcycling, kayaking, sightseeing, shopping, and visiting waterfalls, wineries, gardens and local restaurants.

Bearfoot Lodge is conveniently located for trips to:

Asheville, NC; Appalachian Trail; Blue Ridge Parkway; Cherokee Indian Reservation and Bally’s Casino; Great Smoky Mountain Railroad; Biltmore House and Gardens; Swiss Village in Helen, GA; Shopping in Dillsboro, NC; Highlands, NC; Tallulah Gorge;

Bearfoot Lodge is available from mid-March through December for stays from 1 week to a month. 

• $700 weekly rate plus 13% NC  tax ($791) applies from April 1-Oct. 15.
• $800 weekly rate plus 13% NC tax ($904) applies from Oct. 16-Dec. 31. 
• $600 weekly rate plus 13% NC tax applies from March 15-March 30. 

$125 cleaning charge for up to 6 people. $150.00 for 7 or more people. 

Check in time is on Saturdays at 3pm.  Check out time is Saturdays at 10 am.  In some cases, a later check out/earlier check in may be possible.

A minimum security deposit of $200 is required at least 7 days after making your reservation.  Full payment is required 7 days prior to occupancy.  The security deposit will be returned to you within 14 days of check out.