116 Heritage Hollow Cir, Franklin, NC, 28734

Perched in the treetops of the Heritage Hollow neighborhood, Hillcrest Cottage is a compact, character-filled home that rewards discovery. From the covered front porch you can catch glimpses of Franklin’s downtown storefronts and the surrounding Blue Ridge ridgelines — a small-town outlook that feels both private and connected. The house has an open living plan centered around a cozy gas fireplace and warm hardwood floors that run through the main rooms.

At the heart of the home is a large kitchen island equipped with a gas range — a practical upgrade that makes cooking and entertaining simple. There’s room for a breakfast bar, and the kitchen layout opens toward the living area so conversation can flow while dinner comes together. The layout is split-bedroom, which places the two bedrooms on opposite sides of the home for privacy, and the primary features generous closet runs along one wall for storage and organization.

A partial basement provides additional storage and utility space without intruding on the primary living areas. Practical comforts include in-unit laundry and central air conditioning, features that make the cottage equally suited to year-round living, a long-term rental, or a vacation retreat. The property has historically been used as a long-term rental, showing its appeal to investors seeking a low-maintenance income-producing asset in an active small-market.

Outside, the fenced yard creates a secure spot for pets or small-scale gardening, while the covered porch becomes an extension of the living space for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Heritage Hollow’s leafy streets provide a quiet setting, but downtown Franklin’s breweries, restaurants, galleries, and weekly events are only a short walk away — a rare mix of walkable convenience and mountain-town tranquility.

Offered at $199,500 and priced near the valuation midpoint, Hillcrest Cottage is a practical, move-in-ready option for buyers seeking a turnkey base in Macon County. It’s an especially strong choice for buyers who value proximity to downtown amenities and the outdoor recreation that defines life in western North Carolina.

Heritage Hollow offers quiet, tree-lined residential streets a short stroll from downtown Franklin’s compact commercial core. Residents enjoy local breweries, restaurants, art galleries, and frequent community gatherings. The neighborhood provides a relaxed mountain-town lifestyle with convenient access to outdoor recreation in Macon County and easy connections to larger regional trails and scenic drives. It’s a popular choice for retirees, remote workers, and buyers seeking a walkable downtown location without giving up the privacy of a residential setting.