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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Hiwassee Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nottely Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Murphy

Heart of Murphy.A stay at this cabin places you within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest. Hiwassee Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Nottely Lake is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Nottely Lake - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Hiwassee River - 36 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rib Country Murphy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Bear Restaurant - ‬4 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.

Bear Necessity Log Cabin -

This cabin is a two-story, authentic red cedar log cabin nestled in a cozy cove in a private community in the Smoky Mountains. It is located on one and one-half acres five miles from downtown Murphy. Easy access year round. It features hardwood floors, two bedrooms (one loft), and a spacious great room with high-vaulted ceiling, kitchen, dining, and bath.

There is also a large community catch-and-release pond a short walk from the cabin with a grill and covered picnic area .
In addition, you have a private empty lot across the street to walk in and will also give you direct private access to the Nottley River.


Keywords: Log Cabin

Property manager

Kirby Shaw

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking outside is o.k.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: crate if unattended not allowed on furniture /beds

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: great cabin for kids

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 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
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Bear Necessity Log Cabin - Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 303 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellye G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin, quiet and cozy

I gave the location/ neighbor a three star because Snow Hill Ridge Rd leading to the cabin is unkempt and makes the area look questionable. Although, once at the cabin, it was quiet, cozy, and beautifully decorated. The outside area with the waterfall was serene. We loved the greenery surrounding the cabin. The front porch was perfect for sitting and enjoying the evening. Recommend going to some of the local restaurants. We went to Chevelle’s 66 and there was a live band playing. Great atmosphere and good music. Definitely will be going back! and
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pilar A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional!!!

What a fantastic little cabin! Peaceful, relaxing and just all around perfect for our stay. Very rustic and adorable! The area is absolutely beautiful. Kirby was a fantastic host! We’ll be back soon!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol f.

Liked: Cleanliness

6th time staying at the cabin

Always a wonderful time, close to all the things we like to do! Already made next years reservation.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bear

The cabin was clean, private and very quiet. We stayed for a month while looking for a property to buy.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday vacation

My husband and I stayed at the cabin from December 10 to the 27th. The cabinet is clean, conveniently located very cozy and comfortable. The host are exceptional and go above and beyond should be helpful and should make your stay perfect. Have already booked again in the spring Thank you
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy to be there

The peace and tranquility I experienced during the days I spent in the cabin were unforgettable. I would repeat the experience again. Everything was very good and the life was very peaceful. Everything was very accessible.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place!

I came up to the area to take a class at the John Campbell Folk School. I needed a place for my big dog and I. This place was perfect in every way. I will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rory D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay!

The wife and I were looking for a weekend getaway in the mountains with the dogs and this place was a great find. Easy to book, great communication, and the cabin was just as described. Would definitely book it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and peaceful

Cabin was a perfect getaway for us, clean, cozy and relaxing with everything we needed. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P., Cape Coral United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a great stay!

I really love this cabin. It's always clean and so easy to get too. Nice little neighborhood but plenty of distance between the houses. The owners are true gems, always easy to get in touch with. The cleaner is so honest, my husband left his watch there and it's being returned to him.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adequate but

Location was great, cabin a little small but clean inside, main TV not working, wifi none existent. Out side colony of bees in the upper part of house problematic. Needs fresh paint and TLC . If everything fixed would stay again . This was our 50th wedding anniversary so somewhat disappointing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Marietta ,Ga

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

I will book again next year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rafting trip

The home was in great shape and looked very cozy. Nice quiet area close to rafting in GA. Full kitchen was a big help and the washer & dryer. Kids and myself really enjoyed the stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaleigh

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right down the road from Deckers flea market, and not far from town. Kirby was very responsive and the cabin was absolutely beautiful. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute lil cabin

Stayed here for our39 anniversary. Had some ac issues butgot bybwith an additional fan with the portable ac unit provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. You must love easy living and friendly folks to stay here. I visit Murphy NC, a lot. This has been one of my best stays to date.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

48th Anniversary

Loved it! Will be back! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved our stay at this cabin we thought that it was going to be futher away ftom people but it turned out to be ok we celebrated my husbands 65th birthday here and it was great the only thing i wish the cabin would of had was a hot tub that would of made it all the more better we plan to come back to Murphy north Carolina someday and hope to rent this same cabin i really have no complaints i did want to see a bear but never got to but i did get to see alot of deer which i loved the people in Murphy are very nice and very welcoming we had a wonderful vacation here thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin with us
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing vacation

It’s our 2nd time and we love it
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint and cozy

The cabin is quaint, very clean and nicely decorated. The outside pics didn’t quite match up with what was there. Need to be updated. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and it’s location to Murphy and would come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable cabin close to THE BEST FISHING POND

My boyfriend, dog and I needed a place to get away for a few days while painters were at the house and I'm happy to say we found a wonderful spot in Murphy. The cabin was very clean with a well stocked kitchen with an ample supply of paper towels, toilet paper, etc. It was hot but the AC worked great and we spent a lot of time on the deck when the sun when down. Even better than the pictures. The pond around the corner from the house offered some great catch and release fishing. As soon as you put your line in, you would reel one in and we are not great fisher people! Only two thing to note - the bedroom pillows are VERY fluffy so if you need a flatter one keep that in mind and the upstairs loft bedroom has a window with no blinds so the morning sun comes pouring in. The only downside is it isn't closer to where we live. Great communication with owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024