Title: Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains Villa in Franklin with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38113600/38113505/3dadf21b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38113600/38113505/ec5b3f40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38113600/38113505/9ecc73d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38113600/38113505/1124b2f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38113600/38113505/c35026c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities at Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains 2 Bedroom, 2 bath Villa at the top of Mill Creek Country Club in the Smoky Mountains. Gated community With Easy access and paved to the door. Breathtaking Views every day - Watch the sun rise as while you sip your morning coffee sitting on the screened porch or on the open patio. Play Golf at Mill Creek golf course - no membership required. Enjoy all the amenities of a Luxury Villa, full kitchen with appliances, washer and dryer, Direct TV Satellite , High Speed internet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31780000/31773800/31773785/20ddb708.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MOUNTAIN VIEW is forever from Easy Paved Access Villa above Public GOLF Course Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 81 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=31773785&PinnedHotelID=31773785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45750000/45741000/45740963/b8217438.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whitetail Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 6.6 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=45740963&PinnedHotelID=45740963&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106880000/106871500/106871472/6575fb14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Crepe Myrtle Cottage Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $245 CA $570 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=106871472&PinnedHotelID=106871472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106038900/106038856/25bda933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### My Cabin In The Mountain Otto - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=106038856&PinnedHotelID=106038856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69910000/69909700/69909642/c82b29d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Morning Glory Villa at Mill Creek Country Club Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=69909642&PinnedHotelID=69909642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34383200/34383150/59729a24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beat the heat. 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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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Cardinals Rest at Ridgecrest Villa Cardinals Nest at Ridgecrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains Villa ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.16829%2C-83.46628&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9ZzS8EWEhrhXY0MBWyN9oxFTGW4=) Franklin, NC #### What's nearby - Mill Creek Country Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Franklin Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.4 km - Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 10 min drive - 10.1 km - The Factory - 10 min drive - 10.1 km - Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 41 min drive - 29.2 km #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Slanted Window - ‬13 min drive - ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬11 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive - ‪Old Ingles - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cardinals Nest at RidgeCrest Villa in the Smoky Mountains located? > Situated in the mountains, this villa is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Parker Meadows Park. Franklin Golf Course and The Factory are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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