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Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 70.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, John C. Campbell Folk School
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Murphy River Walk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino

Welcome to Babblebrook Lodge, expertly management by Great Mountain Cabin Rentals in Murphy NC.This is a lovely, peaceful log cabin in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. It has 3 full bathrooms and 3 bedrooms, as well as a futon that can sleep 1 more. 2 bedrooms and bathrooms are on the first floor you enter from the driveway, only climbing 5 steps.

The light-and-bright home has an all wood interior and exterior with a vaulted ceiling great room, and a small but nice mountain view visible from the decks and one of the bedrooms. You gaze at the mountain from the guest bedroom window throughout the spring and summer. If it's cold, just click the remote and the natural stone fireplace springs to life with warmth and a dancing light to cozy up to.
The ground floor (wood walls, tile floor) has a large game room with an air hockey table, a pool table, and a pacman machine. A bedroom, bathroom, and spare room with futon here have so much privacy that they can feel like they have their own place. This floor is built into the side of the hill making it always cool in the summer. There is a workstation here which you can place in front of the large window--listen to the brook and birds singing while you work, watch the birds flock to the bird feeder just outside during mini-breaks.

But don't spend all of your time inside! The house has 2 large decks, one of which is partially screened, with a total of 6 chairs and a triple swing. 2 of the chairs in the screened-in area are top-quality gliders.
And then there's the best feature of the property: the backyard! I have put extensive work into it, installing stone steps leading to two separate stone seating areas with top quality, very comfortable seats (one is a triple glider bench), 2 hammocks, and 2 fire pits. These sit beside the mesmerizing stream running through the property (which you can also hear burbling from the deck). Make a fire in the natural rock fire pit in the secluded sitting area by the bend in the stream, toast marshmallows and listen to the crackling of the fire harmonize with the brook's tiny waterfall, or take the most restful nap of your life in the hammocks there.

I have planted fig, apple, chestnut, and peach trees, and blueberry bushes, while muscadine grape vines and blackberry bushes grow up an enormous tree. Pick any fruit that's ready!

The cabin has a large, paved driveway with automatic lights, excellent cell reception (at least for Verizon), and blazingly fast wifi (over 100 Mbps) that reaches all the way down to the stream. Do your work in the hammock, surf the web in the seating areas, or livestream by the real stream to make your friends jealous!

This is a pet friendly cabin and there is a $50 pet fee that will be added to your stay if you bring a pet. Please let us know your intention on bringing a pet in advanced.

You will be required to sign a contract and provide a copy of your drivers license.

About the Neighborhood:
The cabin lies nestled in Nantahala National Forest in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. It is an excellent base for day-trips. Many quaint and lovely towns are in the area (Blue Ridge, GA is only 30 minutes away) and 3 wonderful cities are within a 2 hour drive: Atlanta, GA; Asheville, NC; and Chattanooga, TN. There are more opportunities to hike, kayak, or tube than you could do in a month. The Hiwassee River runs through the neighborhood, making fishing, tubing, or kayaking a snap. A fairly easy nature trail runs along the river, canopied by trees, just a 5 minute walk from the cabin's front door.
The neighborhood, Highland Creek, has all paved, easy to drive roads and a pavilion on the Hiwassee River which you are welcome to use as the river access point. Lowe's, Walmart, and Ingles supermarket are all within a 10 minute drive.

*Any stays over 28 days will incur additional cleaning fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 dogs max no larger than 40 pounds each; No cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Crane Creek Vineyards and Fire Creek Falls are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee River. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee River - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • John C. Campbell Folk School - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 14 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee River. John C. Campbell Folk School and Clay's Corner are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Hosted by Tim & Tara Noland

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