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HICKORY NUT HIDE-A-WAY *5.5 MILES FROM LAKE HIWASSEE NC* MURPHY NC*

Cabin in Murphy with kitchen and balcony

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Front Porch
Welcome
Gas fireplace w/ remote control on wall, just push the button, sit back & relax
porch lights
New patio and outdoor fire 🔥 pit sitting area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, Hiwassee River
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HICKORY NUT HIDE-A-WAY *5.5 MILES FROM LAKE HIWASSEE NC* MURPHY NC*

**SPECIAL WEEKDAY RATES ***** TIME FOR FRONCH PORCH SITTING AND BONFIRES*** Unplug and enjoy your mornings/evenings in a rocking chair or porch swing with hot coffee and hot cocoa, enjoy the warmth and glow of a bonfire with family and/or friends making new memories. Take in all of the beauty of nature, hiking, waterfalls, fishing, and boating from all of the surrounding areas
*****2025 WE NOW HAVE INTERNET/WIFI******
A family vacation getaway, a place where you can relax and get away from it all but still close enough to enjoy that small hometown feel.
The cabin is on a wooded 1.25 acre lot.
There are plenty of outdoor activities for the family to enjoy in the area and surrounding areas.
*The cabin is approximately 4 miles/6 minutes away from the lake/Hanging Dog Recreation Area.
*We are only 8 miles/ 12 minutes away from Shooks Marina to enjoy boating and fishing. Dukes Hideaway Marina is approximately 5-6 miles/10-11 minutes away.
Plenty hiking trails to take in the scenery.
*We are 6 miles/ approximately 11 minutes from downtown Murphy
*The Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino is 9-12 miles / 20-25 minutes away.
*Nantahala Outdoor Center white water rafting is about 35 miles away, drive time with light traffic 45 minutes.
*The cabin is about 62-65 miles / approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes away from Cherokee, NC, (Welcome Center) with light traffic.
*Smoky Mountains National Park entrance from the NC side through Cherokee, NC, is about 80-87 miles/ approximately 2 hours 20 minutes from cabin with light traffic
· This is a 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom cabin with 2 queen beds and a sleeper sofa (Sleeps six (6) people with sleeper sofa)
*Please Note-This is NOT Waterfront Property. The lake is about 5 miles away, and most of the surrounding property is USFS land*
· No SMOKING/ some pets, maybe consider if kept in a kennel and for an additional non- refundable fee of $100.00. A waiver must be signed for the insurance company.
· WE NOW HAVE INTERNET/WIFI -NO landline - cell phones service breaks up in the rural/mountain areas-Verizon seems to work best, and texting-service is fine. ***ALWAYS CHECK WITH YOU CELL PHONE PROVIDER ABOUT EMERGENCY MODE SETTINGS BEFORE TRAVELING****
· Cabin has WELL WATER with filtration system.
· RURAL AREA / VIEWS - TREES WOODED LOT
(Nightly rates do not include taxes, booking fees, service fees, and cleaning fees as these are separate)
Prices:
· Non-Holiday - $73.00-80.00 per night with a two (2) night minimum stay
· Holidays - $88.00-$95.00 per night with a three (3) night minimum stay
· Rates -minimum night stay & rates subject to change
· Cleaning fee-$120.00 non-refundable
Amenities:
· Gas Fireplace
· Central Heat/Air
· Microwave
· Dishwasher
· Washer/Dryer
· Charcoal Grill
· Front Porch Swing and Rocking Chairs
· Satellite/ Dish TV/WiFi Internet
· 2 car/truck parking maximum
· Coffee Pot(not K Cup)
· All kitchen utensils
· Towels and Linens
· Outdoor Fire Pit-rustic
SHOOKS MARINA SEASON STARTS APRIL 15- OCTOBER 15 , LAKE IS LOWERED IN THE OFF SEASON TO PREVENT FLOODING.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
When you arrive you will need to turn on the remainder breakers, they are located in the bedroom with the white furniture and marked with RED electric

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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this cabin is in a rural area. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hanging Dog Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Owl Creek - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HICKORY NUT HIDE-A-WAY *5.5 MILES FROM LAKE HIWASSEE NC* MURPHY NC* pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HICKORY NUT HIDE-A-WAY *5.5 MILES FROM LAKE HIWASSEE NC* MURPHY NC*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HICKORY NUT HIDE-A-WAY *5.5 MILES FROM LAKE HIWASSEE NC* MURPHY NC*?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is HICKORY NUT HIDE-A-WAY *5.5 MILES FROM LAKE HIWASSEE NC* MURPHY NC* located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hiwassee Lake and Hiwassee River. Hanging Dog Recreation Area is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isaac B.

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

Nice quiet cabin getaway

Very pleasant stay! Would definitely recommend to others looking for a quiet spot to get away for a few days. Only 15 minutes from Murphy, with some nice hikes and waterfalls in the area too
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Holiday getaway

Great little spot for a remote getaway. Spent the week unplugged and building memories with my aging parents for the holidays. Loved exploring the area and seeing local wildlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted A.

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

Excellent

Excellent place with excellent owners! We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Wonderful Cabin

The cabin was all that was promised. Spotless and well stocked. The location was excellent for just chilling and we enjoyed our stay. The owner was super easy to work with and very responsive to our questions. Many thanks to her! Have already booked for fall!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin K.

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

Perfect getaway spot

Very quick and easy
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly J.

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

Wonderful getaway

Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful house in wooded area. Melissa was very informative and a pleasure to communicate with. Fresh air, porch swing and hummingbirds that kept us company
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

The cabin was beautiful. So clean and nice. The owner welcomed us and made it easy to reach her.

We enjoyed the cabin so much. It was perfect for our stay with good friends. The kitchen had everything we needed and then some. It was beautiful and very clean and so welcoming. We would absolutely stay there again. The owner was so accommodating and helpful. Would highly recommend this cabin to everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Cabin

Enjoyed sitting on porch listening to the birds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

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

Quick getaway

Was nice setting in wooded area. Very clean. Property owners was wonderful and checked on us
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jeremy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Romantic getaway

Quiet neighborhood, mostly, House is beautiful, property is pretty Property mgr communicated great No cell service, no Wi-Fi, no tv in bedrooms ( a plus for some, not for us)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Rested & Relaxed

We really enjoyed this "hide w way". With the pace we keep anymore, this was great. Quite, peaceful, and beautiful. This owner was fantastic. She checked on us, made sure there was no problems and wished us a great weekend. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants to get away from it all and relax !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gert C., lawrenceville, Ga

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

Cozy cabin in the woods

We loved the cabin and the surrounding area . So peaceful like . The covered porch was my favorite . You could either sit on the swing or rock to your heart’s content. So nice to have coffee out on the porch in the morning . I would recommend this cabin to families who love the outdoors . So much to do around in the area . Plan to go back in the fall when it is cooler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Savannah T., Georgia

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

Excellent Host

I booked this property for my parents and I messed up the nights. The host was PHENOMENAL on working with me to fix it. My parents also had wonderful things to say about the property and location. If you need to unplug this is the perfect property because cell and internet service is spotty. I will be booking again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Amazing Cabin

We had an amazing time in Murphy and in this cabin! This cabin was perfect for our weekend getaway. Even though other houses are around, they're not very close to the cabin and makes it feel secluded, which was what we wanted. Melissa is a great host and it was very easy to communicate with her! We had a little hiccup checking in but she was able to help us out. The kitchen has everything you can possibly need. The beds were comfortable and the whole cabin was very clean. If you are ever in the Murphy area, I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Great cabin

Cabin is very nice. Well stocked kitchen. Comfortable furniture. We enjoyed the porch swing. Gas fireplace warmed up living/kitchen area great. I think the only thing I wish was different, is check out time. I think 10am is just too early! Check in time is at 4pm, so check out time should at least be 11am.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

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

Quick get away

Beautiful area. Cabin was perfect. Had a bad storm and lost electricity for a while. But owner was very helpful. You will have no wifi and very little cell. Can be a blessing and curse, depending on needs. But we had a great time and plan on returning soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great. Cabin was nice and the kitchen had all the basics you need. There is a really nice fire pit, however it is a fairly good hike to get to it. Overall we had a great week.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was quiet and not too far out of town. Very clean and we were extremely comfortable. We only wish we had stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was spotless and very cozy. We had one question for the owner and she responded within 5 minutes. Location is good. Love the rocking chair porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really enjoyed the secluded nature of the cabin, yet it did not take a half hour to get to the main road so it was a perfect location. The owner checked in to make sure everything was okay. I would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was the perfect. Everything you could need was there. The host was friendly and gave us ideas of things to do. Our favorite thing to do was to sit on the rocking chairs and watch the hummingbirds. We would definitely book here again. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at this lovely cabin several times ( our recent stay was for our 24th anniversary). Our stay is always wonderful! Melissa is the absolute sweetest person and super easy to get in touch with. If there is anything that you need she will make it happen. Check-in is super easy and the cabin is equipped with everything you will need for a relaxing getaway. So, if you are looking at this cabin as an option for your upcoming trip, please do yourself a favor and book now. You won't regret it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

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

Hickey nut getaway

i really enjoyed staying at this cabin. It was clean and everything was perfect. Melissa was so awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy R.

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

Mountain visit

Nothing like the peace & quiet in the mountains. We loved the area and enjoyed the cabin. The driveway is easy with a Front wheel drive car.Overall we were pleased with our stay.The owner is very accommodating and quick to respond. You will love Murphy and staying in Hanging Dog.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene D.

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

Nice stay

Nice place driveway needs to be paved
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Cruz

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After 32 years of working hard and sacrifice, finally a dream come true! We now have our family cabin. A place to get away from it all, reconnect with my family and friends. Also, close to my Tennessee and North Carolina Families, feeling blessed.

Why they chose this property

My name is Missy, my family and I live in Florida. We love the mountains and bought this cabin in 2015. We have rented many other cabins over the years and it was time to finally buy one of our own! My family and I always enjoy the beautiful mountains and enjoy taking a break from the heat in Florida by spending time in this beautiful area. When it's not being utilized by us, we have decided to rent it out and let others create their own memories with their family and friends. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

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