10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Squeaky floor
Susan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Cabin
The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 435.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Reliance, TN
- Hiwassee River Recreation Area14 min drive
- Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park23 min drive
- Benton Falls52 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat
Located just off Highway 315, the Hiwassee cabin offers privacy along with easy road access! Nestled in the heart of the Cherokee National Forest, this is a one of a kind cabin experience! Recently updated, escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life on 22 acres of pristine forest land. Located just minutes from the Hiwassee river, enjoy rafting, fishing, and swimming! One of four available cabins at Starr Mountain Retreat! Contact us for group or event rates.
Property manager
Brian Lapham
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
About the area
Reliance
Located in Reliance, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park and Nantahala National Forest, while Charles Hall Museum and L&N Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Reliance, TN
What's nearby
- Hiwassee River Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
- Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park - 23 min drive - 13.0 km
- Ocoee River - 35 min drive - 35.9 km
- Coker Creek Falls Trailhead - 36 min drive - 31.5 km
- Benton Falls - 52 min drive - 28.0 km
Restaurants
- Flip Flop Burgers - 8 min drive
- Jessica's Place - 19 min drive
- Stadium BBQ - 19 min drive
- Papa's Pizza To Go - 20 min drive
- Hillbilly Bar - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time
Paul H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
allen p.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Train ride
allen p.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Brian P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacob M.
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and peaceful
Jacob M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark w.
7 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Few days together
Mark w.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamiya P.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Getaway !!!
Jamiya P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lejorge T.
9 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway to spend quality time.
Lejorge T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon C.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Hideaway
Sharon C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katelyn
10 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Katelyn
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jesse W.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing
Jesse W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandon P.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
Brandon P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie J.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cabin
Stephanie J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Taisha H., Wabash
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back!
Taisha H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
JoAnna R.
30 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing visit
JoAnna R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aaron E.
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Aaron E.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
John P.
1 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in the mountains
John P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Geene L.
14 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain view
Geene L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christopher D.
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Christopher D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Zijad Z.
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great little cabin
Zijad Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Ralph M.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Setting
Ralph M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mike C.
26 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect short vacation
Mike C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark J.
6 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Mark J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Brian Lapham
Brian and Nola have been running successful short-term rentals since 2016 in the Phoenix, AZ area, and now at their new retirement residence in Tennessee!
Why they chose this property
We have a unique combination of ease of access to a main paved road and tranquil seclusion, while being in close proximity to local attractions.
Languages:
English
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