Title: Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34018108&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Family-friendly chalet in Murphy ## Photo gallery for Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw ![Exterior - Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw (Murphy)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34018200/34018108/55a6f10f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw (Murphy)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34018200/34018108/702c5858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw (Murphy)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34018200/34018108/0621bea2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw (Murphy)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34018200/34018108/3be5293d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw (Murphy)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34018200/34018108/dc76d3f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the Smokey Mountains of North Carolina, Bear Paw Resort is a serene getaway surrounded by beautiful mountains and 163 miles of natural shoreline on Lake Hiwassee. This comfortable vacation chalet offers hardwood floors throughout the house as well as central heat and a/c. Enjoy activities like swimming, fishing, water sports or exploring the lake with your own boat or one from Mountain View Marina. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire chalet 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91850 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw If you’re looking for great vacation spot, romantic getaway, or just a relaxing weekend then Bear Paw is the place for you! Private yet close to all the amenities that Bear Paw has to offer. Located in the Smokey Mountains of North Carolina, Bear Paw Resort is the only private 24/7 gated community on Lake Hiwassee. Bear Paw has many amenities which make it a great vacation spot. The lake is surrounded by beautiful mountains with 163 miles of natural shoreline and the Nantahala National Forest. It is where the Blue Ridge Mountains meet the “Smokies”….also known as “GOD’S COUNTRY” Whether it’s fishing, swimming, water sports or just cruising around the lake on a boat soaking up the beauty ….Lake Hiwassee is the place. Bring your own boat or rent one. Mountain View Marina is located inside the Bear Paw Community and is within walking distance. Bear Paw offers many activities that make it a great vacation spot. In addition to the lake activities, there is also an Olympic size swimming pool, basketball courts at the Pavilion/Club House, tennis courts, exercise room, children’s playground and a small catch and release fishing pond. All are within walking distance. No need to load up in the car….it’s all just a stone’s throw away. This comfortable vacation chalet offers…. hardwood floors throughout the house as well as central heat and a/c. For your enjoyment there are books, games, movies, DVD player, TV with Roku and Wi-Fi. We do not have Satellite TV (Directv/Dish Network)The main level has an open kitchen, dining & living room that opens up to a spacious deck. The 2 bedrooms (queen beds in each) and 2 full baths are on the main level. The open loft (2 twin beds) opens up to the main level. Down stairs in the lower-level there is a bedroom with bunk beds (queen on bottom, twin on top) & 1/2 bath with full size washer & dryer. There is a living room area with a 60" flat panel T.V., pool tale, ping-pong table and opens up to a another deck. The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dishes, pots, pans and utensils. Everything you need to prepare a delicious country breakfast, romantic dinner, or holiday feast. There is an outdoor fire pit to warm you up on those chilly evenings or gather the kids for a marshmallow or wiener roast. Breathe in the clean mountain air and watch the hummingbirds feed as you relax and enjoy your morning coffee out on the spacious deck. Gather the family for a challenging game of “Corn Hole”, or fire up the grill for some mouthwatering barbecue. PLEASE NOTE: This property is not handicap accessible. The driveway is very steep. Once at the top of the driveway, the property levels off and is large enough for 1 car to park. There is additional parking at the bottom of the driveway, but then it is a steep (short) walk up. There is also a set of stairs to climb (see pictures) to get to the main floor. Please take into consideration when booking. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Kayak - Pickleball - Table tennis - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Unit size: 1,850 square feet ## Similar properties ![Free breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898400/898353/10298ff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG Murphy - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 535 reviews £103 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=898353&PinnedHotelID=898353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3812400/3812323/ee4c5a6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Colonial Inn Franklin Franklin - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 7.8 Good 515 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=3812323&PinnedHotelID=3812323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53960000/53952800/53952714/756384ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family-friendly cabin, with mountain views and tranquil creek near Blue Ridge Murphy - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 144 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=53952714&PinnedHotelID=53952714&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29880000/29873000/29872928/fd08f4e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Beautiful Cabin on a Nice Wide Creek! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Hideaway At Hiwassee Bear Paw Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Chalet Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Murphy Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Chalet Murphy ## About the area Located in Murphy, this chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. Mountain View Marina and Toccoa River Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rolling Thunder River Company and Ocoee Adventure Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Raft One and Tank Town USA. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. [Visit our Murphy travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Murphy.dx8683) [View more Chalets in Murphy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Chalets.d8683-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.14580%2C-84.17216&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=10MBBSClh12R8Yk3zLcwd6wpsX0=) Murphy, NC ### What's nearby - ![Hiwassee Lake, Murphy NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197254/2ddea79b-515e-47e1-ae80-5b8a5ad05e98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hiwassee Lake 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Hiwassee Lake, Murphy NC; Shutterstock ID 470577266; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976193475/4b0af7c4-dc4c-4a80-9494-201be54c5d53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Apalachia Lake 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Overhead view of Lake Lure in western North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621551385138/6437b2c9-f43a-4b62-876f-1009e09c1156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mountain View Marina 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Hiwassee River 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel 38 min drive \- 31.6 miles ### Getting around - Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) 107 min drive ### Restaurants - IHOP - Kerns Bread Co. 44 min drive - Krystal 28 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw? ### What time is check-out at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw? ### Where is Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 69 8 - Good 16 6 - Okay 10 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan R. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing The cabin was nice and very relaxing ##### Megan R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole C. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great views We enjoyed the great views and amazing development ##### Nicole C. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer L. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family getaway Excellent communication, easy check in and check out, clean cabin and property, lots to do and lots of space! Thank you for sharing your cabin with us! ##### Jennifer L. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan R. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My Getaway We loved the cabin and the layout of it. The inside was clean and well stocked with necessities except toilet paper. The decks & deck furniture were unfortunately in need of cleaning but my teens and I had a blast ##### Susan R. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer L. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our second memorable vacation in an AMAZING cabin! This was our second time staying here for the holidays. We love EVERYTHING about this cabin. Excellent communication & customer service provided by the host, Debbi. We kept busy with ping pong, pool & board games. The cabin was warm & cozy when the outside temperature went down into the 20’s. We got to see several deer on the property & in an empty wooded lot next door. Very safe & quiet community. Enjoyed downtown Blue Ridge & Mercier Orchards, as well as snow tubing and the mountain coaster at Highlands Outpost (a MUST if you have kids or teens). We HIGHLY recommend Hideaway Chalet at Bear Paw! ##### Jennifer L. Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### katie b. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Hiwassee Family and friends came up to stay for Memorial Day weekend. We had a group of 8 combined of adults, older and younger teens. Checked in late on Friday night and went to bed. Next day we discovered some issues that were quickly addressed and remedied by the owners. The house is comfortable and enjoyable. We greatly enjoyed our time out on the lake and it is a beautiful area. We would stay again! ##### katie b. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan G. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bear Paw Reunion Beautiful cabin in the great outdoors. ##### Jonathan G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth J. 28 Jun 2018 #### Perfect Family Getaway This Chalet is Absolutely Charming...all the comforts of home...nothing was needed..everyone enjoyed themselves to the fullest...the pool was amazing...the fishing was good...all around perfect vacation with our crew...we will definitely be back again...I feel we found our little vacation getaway...our home away from home... ##### Elizabeth J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea B. 2 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay for the holidays We loved the place from the moment we got there. There is a lot room in the cabin my family and I enjoyed every moment. I will definitely recommend this cabin ##### Andrea B. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda S. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### fishing trip had a good time ##### Linda S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura L. 9 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacay! Our family had a wonderful time. The playroom was awesome! The home was clean with comfortable beds. Our host was amazing. Thank you Debbi! ##### Laura L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond A. 12 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place. Perfect for what we needed. No issues. All went very well. ##### Raymond A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Y. 12 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this place! Great property! Scenic views! Pool & playground right across from the cabin. It’s about a 35 minute drive from town but there’s plenty to do! We absolutely loved our vacation! Property manager replied instantly when I messaged her. We will definitely be back! ##### Melissa Y. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela W. 20 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Vacation The house was clean and had everything we needed. The owner was was great to work with. The pool was nice and right across from the house. Everyone in the community was very nice. The only downside was there was no where to swim in the lake in the community unless you rented a boat. ##### Angela W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and perfect for us The location matched our desire to spend time exploring close-by nature settings. The dam is intriguing. The community offers activities (basketball, volleyball, pond, more.) We brought our own kayaks and explored Lake Hiwassee- we felt like we had the lake to ourselves (early April). The house has ping pong and pool and dart board (bring your own darts), relaxing decks- perfect for our get away from everything. The house was clean, comfortable, had the space we needed and the kitchen set up was perfect. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jereme K. 7 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Hideaway Great Hideaway in the Bear Paw Community. The Hammonds have done a great job with this cabin. Plenty of space for our group of 8\. Our boys loved playing ping pong into the late night. A few items of note, driveway is steep as mentioned in other reviews, wifi is mountain wifi, No cell service with Verizon, Pool is closed and under construction and water pressure at times can be tricky. All in all, we will definitely be back. Lastly, go visit the very kind people at Mountain View Marina. They are the friendliest around. ##### Jereme K. Stayed 5 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOSHUA L. 13 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time at Bear Paw We had a blast staying here in the Bear Paw community, as we always do. The home was clean and well stocked. Ping pong and pool were a big hit. We rented a golf cart to drive back and forth to the marina and brought our own boat. There are bigger and certainly newer and “nicer” places to stay nearby but for the value this place was perfect. Yes, the driveway is steep as is every driveway to every home we’ve stayed at in the area. It’s the mountains, people. Water pressure is very low, but we made do. Thanks for a fun trip. ##### JOSHUA L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy P. 5 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and Secluded This place is definitely a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Nestled in the woods, this house is intune with nature with its cabin feel and bear decor. Plenty of space for our family of 5 to spread out. Many outdoors activities nearby. On rainy evenings we were able to shoot pool and watch movies. The nearby marina was very nice and if you pontoon, a half day just didn't seem to be enough. The driveway is steep, as the listing says. Also, we had no cell service there, which wasn't an issue, but know landlines still rule here. Debbie was very responsive and easy to work with. Overall great retreat! ##### Kristy P. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### melody s. 25 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Do not stay here! We never got a chance to go inside house! Got no refund. We had a tailor with us and could not get up the extremely steep hill to park.. and wouldn’t be enough room to park it. There was no where we could park it without being towed! The small area at top where one car fits… My SUV almost tipped over trying to park. Horrible set up. Property out in middle of no where. Had no cell phone service. This is an HOA! At gate, there was a sign saying Pool was closed until further notice … it was never even cleaned! The common areas- basketball/pickleball court area was booked with parties for multiple days so would not have been able to use. Found that out when trying to contact owner. Owner needs to post actual pictures of driveway and explain that the amenities may not be available! I chose this one compared to others due to the pool….that was CLOSED! Took forever to contact owner with issues and still couldn’t help. They took our money and we never stepped foot into the house! Had to pay for hotel that night and vacation ruined! ##### melody s. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jonathan W. 18 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good, but needs some upkeep This cabin is located in the relatively remote Bear Paw community. We liked the ambience of it and the cute bear decor. It is right next door to the very nice community sports center / pool. Our boys really loved fishing in the well stocked pond nearby. The wifi worked OK, but be advised that cell service (Verizon) is zero in this area, so get your GPS directions before leaving the cabin. This property has some deferred maintenance that was apparent when we arrived. Some of the lights were missing bulbs, and one of the patio doors was frosted over. We also found evidence of some mice in the kitchen. There was a few drops of water coming through the basement bathroom ceiling presumably from the 1st floor bathroom drain. ##### Jonathan W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Trish E. 14 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Not everything we were led to expect Location was great, home was nice, however we were never told that the pool was closed and our children were disappointed. Water pressure in home was horrible. Running around in the shower to get wet says it best. When the washing machine is running then you have no water in the home. We killed 2 scorpions in the basement. The stove exhaust fan does not work. All the pool sticks but one were broken and all the darts to the dart board were broken. The furniture in the basement was worn out and dirty with holes in it. We were excited to rent this home due to all the amenities that were listed to enjoy with it. We had 3 children with us and we made the best with these circumstances that we could. You should get what you pay for! ##### Trish E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Amy G. 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location #### Relax Away From It All The house was ok. A few things to note. If you need wifi to work, the signal isn't strong. We didn't get calls/texts. You can get some emails & such, but it blinks regularly & doesn't reach parts of the house. The Roku TV w/ apps is nice, but you will need to sign in to your accounts for them & the wifi is spotty. The house allows pets but it's 14 steps up/down each time you go out. We visited in November. The heating unit works well on the main level, but the basement is cold & the loft is hot, so be ready for that. The main BRs are well appointed but small, with ample linens. We did find a few spots that weren't cleaned well (used water bottles in beds, missed trash, cobwebs, etc.) but overall it was ok. The kitchen is fairly well stocked but small. We made a full Thanksgiving meal, but only one person can work comfortably. There isn't trash pick-up. You haul it to the local trash center. It's on the way to Murphy & open daily, so that helps. The listing states the house is outside Murphy. I didn’t realize it was a 30 minute drive. Plan your trips, as it isn't an easy in & out. The listing says the driveway is steep & it's true. We were able to park at the top. I'm not sure I would have survived the hike from below lol. A good house, but I wouldn't take pets & location is why I may not visit again. Owner is friendly & responded quickly to questions. Nice house but ask questions to be sure it works for you before going. ##### Amy G. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shannon m. 14 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Homebase to Explore this Fun Area This is a real gem of a property. A perfect little cabin in the woods...but so close to a pool, rec center, tennis court and volleyball court! Also, just down the street (literally, bc we are in the mountains!) from a nice, well-kept marina. We brought our own kayaks (and put in at the ramp next to the Marina), but on our last day we treated ourselves to a full-day pontoon rental and really explored Lake Hiwassee. The prices at the Marina were very fair and the boat was pristine. The cabin: nestled in the woods, the beds are comfy and the kitchen is very well stocked. I even admit that the well water tastes good (I am really picky)! The owners provide ample extra linens, blankets and towels. Although we did not use it much (bc we were on the lake and trails) the finished basement gameroom was really well situated and the equipment well-kept. One of my sons existed in the loft, at the antique desk, overlooking the Livingroom/kitchen. It was a cool feature. WiFi /cell service is spotty in the region (I read about this in most reviews for rentals in the area). So, be aware. Understand, no cabin can provide better service than the communication service provider. But, this cabin's provided internet was overall good. We are a multi-device household, and although we had to be aware of the number of devices we connected, we we not hindered by the service provided. The driveway is paved, and it is steep, just go slow and enjoy the rise! We had one car, but I noticed another parking spot (maybe two) at the near-base of the driveway. The four of us, 2 adults and 2 under 10y.o., stayed five nights, but I can easily envision happily spending many days (or weeks) at this cabin, just sitting on either porch soaking in the wilderness. I really appreciate the fact that both porches had dog gates. We bring our critters and it is nice to let them lounge on the deck safely. We would certainly consider returning to this Cabin. Thank you for allowing us into this property. ##### shannon m. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan W. 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Enjoyed our stay so much ##### Nathan W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian P. 1 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Mountain Cabin Getaway Between 4 adults and two toddlers there was plenty of room. We enjoyed are stay and we appreciated the kitchen very much for preparing our thanksgiving dinner :). The internet was a little spotty but wasn’t too bad. I would certainly recommend a stay here. ##### Ian P. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ---