short-term rental & boutique cabin development opportunity
1424 dowdle mountain road presents a unique opportunity to acquire not only a successful luxury
mountain retreat but also a property with the potential to become a boutique short-term rental destination.
situated on approximately 10.47 private acres, only five minutes from downtown franklin, the property offers panoramic long-range mountain views toward wayah bald, exceptional privacy, multiple potential building sites, and infrastructure already in place through an existing residence, driveway, well, septic,
and utilities.
unlike many mountain properties where acreage is steep or inaccessible, this property includes usable
rolling terrain, terraced areas, gardens, and meadow space that may accommodate additional cabins or
glamping accommodations, subject to engineering and septic approvals and county permitting.
property characteristics
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
approximately
- 10.47 acres
long-range mountain views
- wraparound covered porches
- generator
- workshop
- barn
- five minutes to downtown franklin
- private setting with paved access
occupancy assumptions
- conservative scenario:
45% occupancy
- moderate scenario:
55% occupancy
- strong performance:
65% occupancy
estimated annual gross revenue
- conservative
$200/night × 164 nights
≈ $32,700/year
- moderate
$214/night × 201 nights
≈ $42,900/year
-
high performing
$228/night × 237 nights ≈ $53,900/year
expansion opportunity
the greatest value may not be the existing home alone. the acreage appears capable of supporting additional structures, subject to:
- septic evaluations
- soil suitability
- access improvements
- county approvals
- building setbacks
- well capacity or additional wells.
because the property contains over ten acres with multiple usable areas, it may support a boutique mountain retreat rather than a single rental home.
10.47 acres long-range wayah bald views just 5 minutes to downtown franklin
a rare opportunity to own more than 10 acres of mountain property with sweeping long-range views, exceptional privacy, and remarkable convenience to downtown franklin. whether envisioned as a private mountain retreat, family compound, investment property, or a place to explore future additional dwellings or guest accommodations, this property offers flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find. a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath mountain home is already in place, designed to take full advantage of its setting. expansive wraparound porches provide multiple spaces for outdoor living while framing beautiful views toward wayah bald. inside, the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area features 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, a wood-burning stone fireplace, and andersen sliding glass doors that seamlessly connect the interior to the surrounding landscape. the kitchen offers corian countertops, a work island with a cooktop, and a breakfast bar. the main-level primary bedroom enjoys its own private porch, while the lower level provides a spacious second bedroom with a full bath and separate entrance, ideal for guests or added privacy. a large basement workshop, generous storage, small barn, and terraced grounds add even more versatility. with 10.47 acres, long-range mountain views, an existing residence, usable outdoor spaces, and downtown franklin only minutes away, the value here extends well beyond the home itself. enjoy the property as it is today or explore its possibilities for the future.
