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The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees. - The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat (Reliance)
A wooden deck with a hot tub, a grill, and outdoor seating. - The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat (Reliance)
A cozy attic bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, and a window. - The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat (Reliance)
A cozy room with wooden walls, a bed with a blue headboard, a small table with a lamp, and a kitchenette with a stove and hanging towels. - The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat (Reliance)
A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, patterned cushions, a stained glass lamp, and a view of the forest through large windows. - The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat (Reliance)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat

  • This 512 sq. ft. cabin, with additional loft space is nestled in the heart of the Cherokee National Forest. This cabin is very private and sleeps up to 6 people. Sitting on the porch, you have tree house views of the surrounding woods. It is close to the Hiwassee river which has rafting and tubing as well as fishing. National Forest hiking trails are right across the road from the main entrance and horse friendly. A small corral for all the cabins is also available for up to six horses.

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About the area

Located in Reliance, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park and Woody Island, while Charles Hall Museum and L&N Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking, water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Reliance travel guide
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Reliance, TN

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee River
    8 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Hiwassee River Recreation Area
    13 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park
    14 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Quinn Springs Recreation Area
    14 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Long Island
    15 min drive - 12.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Jessica’s Place
    19 min drive
  • Stadium BBQ
    19 min drive
  • Papa's Pizza
    20 min drive
  • The Slab
    19 min drive
  • Hillbilly Bar
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Woody Island, Hiwassee River and Big Island. Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park and Hiwassee River Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

The Mountaineer Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host was wonderful! The cabin is super cute and was in the perfect location for what we were needing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!! We has a wonderful relaxing weekend and our fur baby was soo happy to be out in the nature!! She got all the sniffeys!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Fun family time

We enjoyed the fire pit
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time staying at this property. It’s always a perfect experience. The hosts are on hand to greet you, they communicate well, and think of small details many other rentals don’t have. I always recommend Starr Mountain to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was perfect for me, my boyfriend, and our two dogs. They had all the essential needs for basic meals in the kitchen and even provided extra super cozy blankets. We did have a visit on two separate nights from two dogs which we assume live in a nearby place, just something to keep in mind as our dogs are dog reactive! If we choose to visit this area again we will definitely be rebooking!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax in beauty

We enjoyed all the art touches. Conveniently located and felt like we were the only people there. The only drawback was access (stairs) But wouldn't keep us from booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful surroundings inside and out.

Very quiet, calming space.Especially enjoyed the art and lamps. All the furniture is very comfortable. The morning light highlights everything. The hot is so relaxing, plus the cover above the hot tub is such a great idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway

The cabin was very comfortable and decorated beautifully. It was stocked with everything we needed and in a great location. The property is full of life-trees, moss, plants, skinks, owls-great place to take a walk on the trails they have if you have some down time or just enjoy the view from the balcony or hot tub! Thank you for your kind hospitality! We are hoping to come back and check out another cabin on the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The cabin and property are beautiful and they are making even more improvements. Was an easy and beautiful drive to the Cherohala Skyway which was the reason for the trip. The hot tub was very relaxing and clean. And the provided firewood for the fire pits was much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

up in the trees

The cabin was neat and clean and it had anything that yu could need. The decor was wonderful. Nola was a great host. It is in a very pretty place in the woods. Being up high you felt like you were in the tree canopy like a bird!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sat on the porch all weekend

Sitting on the porch, you are surrounded by trees and it does feel like a treehouse. Thunderstorms made it even better. Slept better than I have in a long time. Would like to know the mattress because I woke up with no back pain. We had a problem with the A/C but Brian responded to message immediately. Fixed it very quickly. We will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and hosts, they have done an awesome job making each space feel like your own private forest, and went out of their way to accommodate our schedule. If you come to the area, stay here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your cabin! Great hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay.host was great. Would deff recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean, the hot tub was phenomenal, and our host was friendly as always
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was the perfect size and very clean. It was close to all we wanted to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very comfortable, and had everything we needed. Beach towels for the hot tub were a nice touch, most places that we've stayed with hot tubs did not have this perk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay. Easy Check in and Out.

We had a great stay. Everything was excellent! Great pillows, lots of spices, plenty of towels! Be careful on the steps, they get very slick when wet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for family fun on the river.

Fun property for family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute

Very cute place, loved the hot tub and the quietness, kids loved getting to have s'mores around the fire pit. The area diners were very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Mountaineer cabin

Was a great place steps were a little much but other than that it was great would go backfpr sure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and secluded

Definitely enjoyed our stay the kids needed this just as much as we did. 10 out of 10 will be back. Do not miss the Amish farmers market as well!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025