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Lakefront & Mountain cabin with firepit on Lake Hiwassee -“Bear Paw” Murphy, NC

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Outdoor pool
Snow and ski sports
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12224 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

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Murphy, NC
  • Hiwassee Lake
    1 min walk
  • Hiwassee River
    15 min walk
  • Mountain View Marina
    6 min drive

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About the area

Murphy

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Hiwassee River and Mountain View Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mountain View Marina - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Fields of the Wood Bible Park - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 39 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Hanging Dog Recreation Area - 43 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WagonMaster Adventure Ranch - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪G's Gas & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kerns Bread Co. - ‬48 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront & Mountain cabin with firepit on Lake Hiwassee -“Bear Paw” Murphy, NC

You will feel like you are in a treehouse while staying at this lakefront cabin located on Lake Hiwassee nestled in the Smoky Mountains. Lake Hiwassee is one of the deepest TVA lakes that sports over 160 miles of forest shoreline bordered by the Nantahala Forest and so over 90% of the shoreline is undeveloped. The result is that there are few homes on the lake, and very little boat traffic as it is off of the beaten path and mostly surrounded by state and national forests. This is a huge lake located in the Smoky Mountains, and offers the best of both worlds -a pristine lake set in a magnificent mountain range.

This SMOKE-FREE AND PET FREE cabin has four bedrooms, three tiled bathrooms and a loft. "Cabin" doesn't do it justice as guests are surprised by the comfortable furnishings. There is over 2400 square feet of living space and another 800 square feet ocomprised of screened porches and decks. Two of the bedrooms are located on the main level. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, and the private bathroom has a jet tub as well as a shower. The second bedroom on the main level has a queen-size bed, and the second bathroom is located next to it. Both of these bedrooms have a private deck.

There is a fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances, custom cabinetry and Silestone countertops. There is a bar area off of the kitchen with bar chairs, and the main dining area is located on the screened porch off of the living room on the main level. We have bamboo trays (sitting on top of of chair on the landing leading to the loft) for when it is cold outside, or if you and your guests want to eat on trays and watch tv.

There are hardwood floors throughout the main level with a bar area and stools located off of the entrance area. The entrance hall has stairs leading to the loft which has a full sized sofa and is a perfect nook for children who want to slip away. Also located on the main level is the great room with a vaulted ceiling, a wood burning fireplace, plenty of comfortable furniture and large French sliding doors that lead to the screened porch which is the perfect place to enjoy your first cup of coffee. In addition to the seating area, there is a long wooden table with benches to provide plenty of room for your family and friends.

The downstairs is carpeted and has a large den with two couches (one two-seater and a full-sized sofa), two bedrooms, a bathroom and laundry room. There is also a built-in desk for a private work area if you are planning on taking a “Workcation”. One of the bedrooms has a queen-size bed, and the other has two sturdy wooden oversized bunk beds. The bottom of each bunk has a full-sized mattress and the top is a twin. Off of the downstairs is another huge screened porch that has a hammock and a ping pong table. We like to sit upstairs on the screened porch off of the main floor and listen to the teenagers as they are playing ping pong or talking on the dock. It is amazing what you can learn!

Just off of the downstairs screened porch is the fire pit and grilling area that has a gas and charcoal grill complete with four Adirondack rocking chairs for your comfort. It's just a short walk down the steps to the dock which has an amazing view of the lake and mountains. The dock is the perfect spot to rest, read or just relax and enjoy the view.

Our lake house is located in Bear Paw which is a private gated community, and the only residential community on the lake, which offers many amenities including a full service marina, large swimming pool, tennis, volleyball and pickle ball courts, a covered pavilion, basketball court, fishing pond and a children's playground. Mountain View Marina is located inside of Bear Paw and has a boat ramp if you want to bring your own boat. The marina will rent boats, kayaks or paddle boards by the hour or day and is a short drive from the cabin and even a shorter ride by boat. They are extremely friendly and have pontoons for rent which are simple to operate for the boating novice. Since this is a TVA lake, during the winter months, the lake level is usually dropped an average of 38 feet. Lake Hiawasee is one of the deepest lakes in the TVA system and is 308 feet deep at the dam at full pool and navigable year round. The cove behind our cabin is about 25 feet deep at full pool, and there is a dock behind the cabin where you can park your boat. Since the TVA lowers the water level during the winter months, you will not be able to dock a boat behind our cabin from about November thrul March. However, the marina has short term slip rentals available so you would be able to rent a slip for your boat and enjoy the lake during the winter season as the marina is located on a deeper part of the lake and has water year round.

We do offer free WiFi, and have a landline that you are welcome to use to make outgoing calls. As for cell reception, it depends on your carrier, and it seems that Verizon works best in the area.

This is the perfect vacation as it offers the perfect get-a-away for everyone whether you like the mountains or the water. We are only a 45 minutes drive to Blue Ridge and are located in Cherokee County, NC where the casino is located. There is transportation (see Town Car Services) to the casino. World class whitewater rafting is nearby on the Ocoee River or on the Nantahala if you want a calmer journey or just want to enjoy tubing down the river. There are miles of bike trails as well at the white-water center.

Property manager

Mary Frances

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Living plant wall

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Living plant wall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 2416 sq ft (224 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Cabin Lake Hiwasee Nc-in Bear Paw blue Ridge Mountains
Lakefront Lake Hiwasee Nc-in Bear Paw blue Ridge Mountains
Lakefront Cabin Lake Hiwasee Nc-in Bear Paw blue Ridge Mountains
Lakefront Lake Hiwasee Nc-in Bear Paw blue Ridge Mountains

Lakefront & Mountain cabin with firepit on Lake Hiwassee -“Bear Paw” Murphy, NC Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary 2024
couldn't have been any better, very satisfied
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

K K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Family Getaway!
Staying at the lakehouse was a wonderful experience. Mary the host was great with details and communication. The house was lovely, super spacious, and the screened porches were a perfect dinner spot. An amazing time will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Relaxation
Our family enjoyed a short getaway to this mountain home. It was very comfortable with all the necessary amenities. The host was very responsive and informative. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great girls getaway
Perfect for a mountain getaway. The area is a favorite of ours for escaping to the mountains and this house has all the cabin vibes we wanted. The huge screened in porch was why we picked it and it was everything we hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Wonderful cabin served my wife and our nine children very well. Screened in porch with the dinner table was great. You felt like you were in a tree house eating ourlooking the hillside and dock. Beautiful cabin property on the end of a cove that is perfect for swimming right off the dock. The main lake is also beautiful rented a pontoon and explored it also. Host was wonderful to work with communicated very well ..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin on the lake!
This place is so absolutely perfect! I can’t think of one negative. It was beautifully decorated, had everything we could have possibly needed, the beds were comfy, and the dock was so relaxing. I can’t wait to go back during the summer months and do some kayaking and boating. Owner was especially responsive and helpful with everything. Great family getaway!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay
The house and host were excellent. One of the most peaceful and relaxing places that I have ever been. Ms O’Malley communicates and goes out of her way to make your stay an amazing experience. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We Loved It
We had an absolutely wonderful vacation at this property. Our group of 12 had plenty of space. We made good use of the screened in porches, and ate our meals out there as well as just relaxing in the beautiful surroundings. The kids spent hours jumping off the dock. We grilled almost every night and there was a campfire too, with s'mores for the kids. The neighborhood is friendly, my son-in-law struck up a conversation with a sweet couple, who offered us their kayak for the week! We rented a pontoon at the nearby marina, so there was plenty of water sports to be enjoyed. The lake is absolutely stunning. The owner is excellent when it comes to communication. Overall, a 10/10 vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jonathon c.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and cabin
Mary was great to work with. The cabin is stocked with everything. the pool table was a big hit but the best thing was the dock. We had an amazing 5 days there and hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chip K., Provo, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Property was as described. Our family enjoyed being there. Mary was very helpful and communication throughout out our stay was good. Would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
House and lake access where great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
68 forest view
Very beautiful cabin in a quiet cul-de-sac has all the ammenities you would need for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful escape!
What a relaxing, peaceful, and beautiful place to vacation. The lake house is beautiful, clean, and cozy. The views are spectacular. The beautiful screened in porches and huge jacuzzi tub were a great bonus. Walking by the water and watching the fog, clouds, and sunrise over the mountains were a highlight for me. My family loved exploring the shops in town and making smores at the fire pit. Great communication with the home owner!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
The cabin was charming and cozy. Great amenities, plenty to do outdoors and in. The area was beautiful and the weather perfect. The host was awesome and checked on us periodically to make sure everything was good and even had extra wood brought during our stay! She was quick to respond to any questions we had with helpful info about the area. Overall I'd give this cabin, the area and the host 5 stars! We hope to get back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Mountain Adventure
Family Thanksgiving with 10 people, ages 23 and up. Communication was fantastic. Property was great, with plenty of room and amenities. Beautiful location - would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deletha H., Tampa, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful fall experience!
We brought the entire family (11 people) to visit the Fall Festival at the John C. Campbell Folk School. The event was wonderful as always. The house was also great! There were ample sleeping spaces for all 11 of us (8 adults, 1 teen, 2 kids). The house was very clean and well furnished. As a flatlander, I didn't think about all the stairs that would be involved in this type of mountain house, but once we got our older family members inside and settled on the main floor, they enjoyed staying there. The porch on the mail floor was the hub of all the activity. Be aware that the only dining table is on that porch. We bundled up and ate out there for all of our meals together. Being there in the fall, we didn't get to use the lake, but we did enjoy the changing leaves and the quiet of nature. Mary Francis, the owner, was very responsive to all my questions. You will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Came up to visit our family for a family reunion with our kids and grandkids. The cabin was everything and more than we were expecting. Plenty of room for everyone to relax. The weather was perfect to enjoy all the porches. We plan to return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty good👍
Nice place. Would recommend for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ian t.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Yet
Our family has been enjoying various rental cabins for the last 15 yrs and this one by far takes the cake. From the well stocked and beautifully decorated cabin to the unforgettable memories made at the dock we could not be happier. Our host was by the far the best and communication is wide open. If we could give mor than 5 stars we would.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
we have stayed at this home several times and enjoyed it each time. location on the lake is amazing with a dock that is easy to access. the kitchen is small but all of the other features (many bathrooms, 2 living areas, 3 bathrooms, screened in deck) more than make up for that challenge. the pricing is affordable, the community pool is a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Retreat
This is the 2nd time my family has stayed here and we couldn’t ask for a better vacation. Beautiful lake, perfect weather, beautiful house. Rented a boat and kayaks from the marina, went whitewater rafting, fished, and swam to our hearts content. Awesome memories! Can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family vacation!
We loved our stay at O’Malley’s best! It was amazing having direct access to the lake with the private dock. We rented a boat and brought it right up to the dock so we didn’t have to leave the house, very convenient since we had children. Mary is very helpful and responds immediately. We thought the outdoor dining area might be hot as we stayed in mid July but it wasn’t at all! Ate every meal out on the deck. Used the grill and fire pit for s’mores. We plan on visiting again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
This property was perfect for our group of 6 adults and 3 children. Everybody had plenty of space to be together or get some privacy. The kids loved the bunk room and playing games in the loft. I loved reading and drinking my coffee on the patio in the morning or walking down to the private dock to fish with my son. The water is so clear and refreshing, time spent down there never ended without jumping in. I highly recommend renting a pontoon boat from the local marina to check out the beautiful lake. The homeowner was a breeze to work with - very responsive and so helpful! We cooked all of our meals there and the stocked kitchen had the utensils, pots/pans, spices, appliances… everything we needed. The neighborhood feels extremely safe and people around are friendly. Book it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
We loved this cabin. Plenty of room, beautiful view, private dock, and two screened porches. The main level porch was our go to spot morning and evening. The owner clearly cares that her guests enjoy their stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023