Caroline & Ian’s Guide to Franklin, NC
Food scene
An awesome selection of beers, outdoor fire pit, and walking distance to the shops of Main St Franklin. The food truck outside is also not to be missed!
117 locals recommend
Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.
188 W Main StAn awesome selection of beers, outdoor fire pit, and walking distance to the shops of Main St Franklin. The food truck outside is also not to be missed!
The cutest little coffee shop you ever did see! Amazing spot to do a little remote work, have a coffee, and try their incredible baked goods. We can't leave here without some of their delicious bread baked in house. And the location! It looks like Lorelai Gilmore's house straight out of Stars Hollow. A Franklin favorite!
Open on Saturday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
13 locals recommend
Bent Willow Baking Co
473 E Palmer StThe cutest little coffee shop you ever did see! Amazing spot to do a little remote work, have a coffee, and try their incredible baked goods. We can't leave here without some of their delicious bread baked in house. And the location! It looks like Lorelai Gilmore's house straight out of Stars Hollow. A Franklin favorite!
Open on Saturday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Kevin rocks, tell him Ian and Caroline sent yah! If you like wine, this is the local place to grab a drink in Sylva.
12 locals recommend
The Wine Bar and Cellar
470 W Main StKevin rocks, tell him Ian and Caroline sent yah! If you like wine, this is the local place to grab a drink in Sylva.
An icon of Franklin! They only take cash, but a must go while you’re here.
98 locals recommend
Caffè Rel
459 E Main StAn icon of Franklin! They only take cash, but a must go while you’re here.
Guadalupe Cafe
606 W Main StEverything rocks here! Their curry is great.
A great restaurant with a wide variety of healthy and soul-fueling foods. They have a full bar outdoor seating as well that provides a perfect night out for a date or family night out!
41 locals recommend
Root and Barrel Kitchen & Bar
77 East Main StreetA great restaurant with a wide variety of healthy and soul-fueling foods. They have a full bar outdoor seating as well that provides a perfect night out for a date or family night out!
828 cafe
228 NE Main StWhite Moon Coffee Shop
545 Mill StFavorite coffee and tea spot in Sylva
Great outdooor seating area that's perfect for a sunny day while enjoying a drink!
66 locals recommend
Currahee Brewing Company
100 Lakeside DrGreat outdooor seating area that's perfect for a sunny day while enjoying a drink!
City/town information
Very cute spa/vacation town! Worth the drive from Franklin just to pull off and see all the waterfalls. This is a journey you won't forget!
228 locals recommend
Highlands
Very cute spa/vacation town! Worth the drive from Franklin just to pull off and see all the waterfalls. This is a journey you won't forget!
Another cute little mountain town with breweries, coffee shops, wine shops, and gorgeous views. The drive from Franklin is filled with views of mountain tops that tend to take your breath away no matter how long you live here!
124 locals recommend
Sylva
Another cute little mountain town with breweries, coffee shops, wine shops, and gorgeous views. The drive from Franklin is filled with views of mountain tops that tend to take your breath away no matter how long you live here!
This town is another quaint little town not too far away from Franklin for a bit of afternoon adventuring.
168 locals recommend
Bryson City
This town is another quaint little town not too far away from Franklin for a bit of afternoon adventuring.
Sightseeing
Obviously you are here at Cardinal Ridge. Don't forget to hike all the way to the top of your own private hike, on a clear day you will have one of the best views in south Franklin where you can see for miles and miles.
Go say hi to the three geese at the entrance or walk around in the evening to see wild turkeys and deer saying hello. 🙂
Kathy and Kenny are the delightful owners, be sure to say hi if you get a chance!
Cardinal Ridge Farm RV Mountain Retreat
187 Cardinal Ridge Farm WayObviously you are here at Cardinal Ridge. Don't forget to hike all the way to the top of your own private hike, on a clear day you will have one of the best views in south Franklin where you can see for miles and miles.
Go say hi to the three geese at the entrance or walk around in the evening to see wild turkeys and deer saying hello. 🙂
Kathy and Kenny are the delightful owners, be sure to say hi if you get a chance!
Gorgeous waterfall with a short hike down to where you can walk behind the tumbling water. The drive there is also stunning!
109 locals recommend
Bridal Veil Falls
Gorgeous waterfall with a short hike down to where you can walk behind the tumbling water. The drive there is also stunning!