You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn
The Gammons room is tastefully refurbished w/ a new king memory foam mattress. A large picture window faces the main street of downtown Cowan. People interested in watching passers by or who prefer a king bed may choose this room. The Galloway Room (1 queen) and The ApARTment (1 queen) are other options at The Franklin House. The inn features a lovely lobby, banquet room/gallery & catering kitchen. It's a perfect boutique atmosphere for workshops, weddings, reunions & special events.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Cowan City Hall. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a patio in the holiday home.
Air-conditioned home with washing machine and patio
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum
Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property manager
Rachel Lynn Thompson
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: All children must be supervised by parents.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 75
Note from host: Respect for property and people must be maintained
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
House
Artsy Pet-friendly King Room/historic Railroad inn Cowan
Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
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10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
27 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely visit with Aunt Polly
Pretty Inn with lots of character and charm.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
2 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A nice small-town getaway
We enjoyed our overnight stay at The Franklin House. We came to bicycle the Mountain Goat Trail in Sewanee, and Cowan is very closeby. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the house was beautiful and inviting. Tom made us feel welcome, and the coffee and donuts for breakfast were delicious. This room does face the street where the railroad is nearby, but sleep masks and earplugs were made available.
Jennifer W.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lydia L.
27 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice hosts!
It was an easy location for a quick getaway to Sewanee and South Cumberland State Park.
Lydia L.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Shanon J.
17 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay in Cowan
The Franklin House is beautiful and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating. The bed was also very comfortable. Thanks for a great stay!
This property is stunning! Full of beautiful artwork and gorgeous furniture! The property managers were extremely hospitable and went above and beyond our expectations. It was elegant, but still comfortable and functional. Less than a block from the quiet town’s restaurants, stores and shops, and the railroad museum, I will definitely stay here again!
This room is very clean, very quaint, in an old train station. The property is an art gallery/small inn and is pet friendly. The town of Cowan is in a beautiful location near the Cumberland Mountains and is very historic. It is very close to Sewanee and the University of the South as well as Tims Ford Lake and State Park. We look forward to returning!
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Amy A.
24 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience in a picturesque location!
It was so cute and well maintained. It was very convenient and easy to come and go as we pleased. Would definitely stay there again. 10 out of 10. Rachel is very accommodating and easy to communicate with about the Franklin House. Cannot recommend enough!!!!
Amy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Ro S., USA
14 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful unique stay
It was like walking into an art gallery (which it was). From the lobby to the backroom and the dining hall to the kitchen area, it was beautiful. The Gammon room we stayed at was also beautiful in how it was designed and presented. My daughter really enjoyed looking at the artwork created by Rachel. Checking in was a little rocky because of multiple entrances and no cell services, so arrange a meeting with the host to get the keys ahead of time. But it’s very minor and I’m sure it’ll be improved.
Ro S.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Pam C.
6 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Interesting historical building. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed the hospitality of the owner.