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Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw

Family-friendly chalet in Murphy

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Apalachia Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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.

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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 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Property # 3688984

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake, while Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Rolling Thunder River Company and Ocoee Adventure Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hiwassee River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Apalachia Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mountain View Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 39 min drive - 51.5 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kerns Bread Co. - ‬44 min drive
  • IHOP
  • ‪Krystal - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw located?

This family-friendly Murphy chalet is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Hiwassee River and Apalachia Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay in this well situated chalet. We especially appreciated the houses closeness to the communities playground and pavilion. The grandchildren really enjoyed that. The house also had all the amenities we needed for Thankgiving lunch.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Bear Paw Reunion

Beautiful cabin in the great outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Relaxing

The cabin was nice and very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Great views

We enjoyed the great views and amazing development
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fishing trip

had a good time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond A.

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

Great place. Perfect for what we needed.

No issues. All went very well.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Y.

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Angela W.

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

katie b.

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jereme K.

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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA L.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

melody s.

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Jonathan W.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Trish E.

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Amy G.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon m.

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay so much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Debbi Hammond

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My husband and I live in Southwest Florida. We just recently purchased this home. We first visited Bear Paw about 11 years ago when my husbands parents bought their home here. We immediately fell in love with Bear Paw and knew we also wanted to own a vacation/retirement home here. We love spending our vacations here with our children and grandchildren. We have made so many memories here and look forward to many more. And we are glad to be able to give our guest the opportunity to do the same.

Why they chose this property

Bear Paw is a very family oriented community with plenty of activities around. We love boating and water sports and the close and easy access to Lake Hiwassee. It is peaceful and quiet and everyone you meet is friendly. It is just a great community to be part of. We hope you enjoy it as much as we have and make tons of memories with your family and friends. We are new at this and certainly welcome any comments good or bad. We want to make it a place that you will want to return to year after year and recommend to your family and friends.

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