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Franklin House
Jonesborough Tennessee

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A two-story house with a brick lower level and yellow upper level, featuring a wraparound porch with white railings, dormer windows, and outdoor seating, surrounded by greenery.

Franklin House Lodging

Welcome to Franklin House Lodging. We currently offer a short-term guest Apartment located in the lower level of our home.

 As long-term residents, we can provide you with a wealth of information on the Town of Jonesborough and on the many activities in the surrounding area.

 We look forward to your visit.  

Local Attractions

Main Street Cafe & Catering storefront with black awnings, outdoor seating, pumpkins on the steps, and decorative art in the window. The entrance has double red doors and the building is brick with yellow trim.

Eateries

Downtown Jonesborough has four main sit down eateries and many more are just a short distance outside the downtown area.
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A bustling street festival with crowds of people walking past vendor tents and shops on a sunny day; a theater marquee and American flags are visible.

Events

There are several Town and Community sponsored events during the year. Among these are The National Storytelling Festival and Christmas in Jonesborough.
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Apartment

Our clean and cozy Guest Apartment includes kitchen, living room, dining room and bedroom areas. It offers all amenities to provide a comfortable stay, including a continental breakfast.

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Jonesborough Town Views

Jonesborough is the oldest town in Tennessee. It is historically well preserved and offers many unique shops and buildings.

There are several parks to explore along easily traveled walkways. Storytelling performances and town tours are usually available throughout the year. 

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A large, two-story building with cream-colored columns and a central tower, set on a brick-paved sidewalk with American flags and outdoor seating in front. Trees stand in the background under a clear blue sky.
A fenced cemetery with old gravestones, autumn trees in the background, and signs reading “Cemetery Visitors Only, No Loitering” and “No Parking” near the entrance.
A historic red-brick courthouse with white columns and a clock tower stands on a brick-paved square, surrounded by trees and American flags on lamp posts. The sky is partly cloudy.
A white sign reading "Mill Spring Park" stands in front of a green lawn with a gazebo, trees, bushes, and sunlight casting shadows across the peaceful park scene.