Sky-high ceilings, a fireplace, and a Smart TV are just a few of the amenities you'll enjoy at this cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bath cabin! Nestled in Murphy, where the Hiwassee and Valley Rivers meet, this vacation rental provides quick access to a plethora of outdoor adventure, ranging from hiking and mountain biking to rafting and kayaking. No matter where you end up - Cherokee Lake Recreation Area or Harrah's Cherokee Valley River - numerous comforts, plus a fire pit, will be awaiting your return!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Families Welcome | Free WiFi | Outdoor Entertainment Space
Immerse family and friends in the outdoor lifestyle while also enjoying all of the comforts of home at this rustic-yet-cozy cabin fit for your Smoky Mountain retreat!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: Back deck w/ dining table, covered porch w/ seating, fire pit w/ seating KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, dishwasher, toaster INTERIOR: Smart TV w/ cable, electric fireplace, dining table, open-concept living area GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, central air conditioning/heat, complimentary toiletries, high chair, baby gate, welcome goodie package FAQ: 4 stairs to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 external security camera (facing out) PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), RV/trailer parking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Cherokee Lake Recreation Area (7.4 miles), Piney Knob Trail System (12.1 miles), Hanging Dog Recreation Area (12.4 miles), Nottely Lake (15.8 miles), Hiwassee Lake (18.6 miles), Bell Mountain (34.2 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (41.7 miles), Appalachian Trail at Deep Gap (45.4 miles) THINGS TO SEE & DO: Nottely River Valley Vineyards (5.0 miles), Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel (11.7 miles), Crane Creek Vineyards (21.1 miles) BREWS: Valley River Brewery (8.1 miles), Hayesville Brewing Company (19.7 miles), Nocturnal Brewing (21.8 miles), Hoppy Trout Brewing Company (22.8 miles) DAY TRIPS: Deals Gap - Tail of the Dragon (61.8 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (61.8 miles), Chattanooga (87.7 miles) AIRPORTS: Western Carolina Regional Airport (20.9 miles), McGhee Tyson Airport (85.8 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $99 fee (+ fees & taxes, 1 dog max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires 4 stairs to enter and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: This property has a firm maximum occupancy of 5 guests, including all children and infants - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the roof facing outward toward the driveway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video when activated by motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected. The camera lights up the driveway area at night since there are no street lights
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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 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 first aid kit
About the area
Murphy
Murphy is home to this cabin. Old Union Golf Course and Odom Springs Vineyards 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 Lake. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 99 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Rib Country BBQ - 9 min drive
Waffle House - 12 min drive
Wendy's - 12 min drive
Arby's - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit: Hike & Fish! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit: Hike & Fish!?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit: Hike & Fish! on 4 July 2026 start from AU$154, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit: Hike & Fish!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit: Hike & Fish!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit: Hike & Fish! located?
Situated in Murphy, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Hiwassee Lake. Chattahoochee National Forest and Nottely Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Plenty of room for our family of 5 while visiting family in the area. The kids enjoyed daily deer and critter sightings, nightly bon fires, and the freedom to run around outside. Cooking was easy - we had everything we needed and then some. We also enjoyed the Andrews rail bike tour as a fun alternative to a hike.
This was our second stay here so that should tell everyone how much we enjoyed it. Close to town, shopping and dining. We being out motorcycle to see the beautiful fall foliag in the mountains!
Jennie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth
13 Nov 2023
Awesome cabin in the woods
This was a simply beautiful rustic cabin set in a serene wooded area. It had all the amenities one would desire and the location was perfect. Near several small towns so you could have fun and a great meal.
the cabin was cute and quiet.For the most part close to many antique shops and stores.l would recommend this property to anyone looking for a cozy place to bring your family.
Michael S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
sonia
6 July 2023
Cabin
It was amazing! The place was clean, comfortable, and welcoming.
We loved it and we are so happy with the decision of going to the cabin.
The cabin was just big enough for the two of us and the property was beautiful we manage to see 3 deer eating. We also went into Murphy and had lunch at Burger Boy. They had the best burgers, fries and onion rings.
Very nice place & surroundings...we have stayed here before but not in the hot summer...and the a/c did not
work. Wouldn't mind staying here again, preferably in the fall or winter.
We really enjoyed our stay loved the location and cabin was cozy and very clean. Only thing the pictures made you think the cabin was on the lake and it’s not it’s in a lake community
What a stunning peaceful property. We had everything we needed to rejuvenate. The family of deer were so pure and innocent as we sat on the porch having dinner. Will definitely book again, grateful for our stay.
Nice and peaceful with the sound of the fire and the view is multiple deers close by. The Cabin was very comfortable and with a lot of character. My daughter loved playing with the clay and the loft as her bedroom.
Close enough to visit Georgia and Tennessee. The Doolittle’s
The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The king size bed in master was so comfy. We played cards and just enjoyed laughing. People who own property was so helpful and made our stay delightful. Thank you for sharing your home.
Sarah W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
John B.
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication
Nice cabin
Cabin was very nice, communications with owner were delayed and could have been better. Expected a real fireplace instead we had a heater and some lights. I will ask more detailed questions next time we look for a place. Cabin was good for a place to stay in the area, no views of the mountains or nearby walks, lots of private property signs all around. Enjoyed the deer in the morning and evening.
This cabin was beautiful! My family loved it. Our ultimate goal was to be able to see some deer on the property and the first morning we got to see 8! The home itself looks small in the outside but once you walk in the high ceiling just captive you. There was a welcome basket waiting for us will all kitchen necessities. A binder with all answers to your questions and even local things to do. We enjoyed our stay very much and hope to return again.
Horrible, nothing was as listed. Homeowner rude when we contacted them with issues.
Robyn S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2022
Hi Robyn, we take guest feedback seriously and passed your comments on to the homeowner who would like to share the following: We have high standards of hospitality for our property to ensure our guests have a positive stay.
- Communication is highly important to us and we maintain consistent availability. Any time we are contacted by guests, we respond quickly to any questions or concerns. We wish you had reached out to us with any issues so we would have had the opportunity to rectify them for you to enjoy the home.
- The listing and photos of the home are accurately advertised for guests to view entirely to confirm if everything fits their needs. This is a well-appointed two beds and two-bathroom home on five bucolic acres!
We truly go above and beyond, and we are confident that future guests will have excellent stays.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Anthony C.
8 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Nice and cosey cabin
Nice cabin. Great communication with the owner.
I would recommend a lock on the bedroom door for extra privacy, but not a big deal.
Lots of spiders and webs inside and out.
When booking I had imagined a better view of the outside, but instead it's sits in front of a hill directly in front of a ditch. Not a huge deal, but some might want to know. But we did see deer in the yard almost everyday which was cool.
Very cosey on the inside with plenty of games to keep the children busy.
Anthony C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
Hi Anthony, the homeowners were surprised to read your review, as they are accustomed to providing 5-star experiences, and would like to clarify the following: To ensure efficiency, we have a professional pest control company to service and protect the interior of the home once a month. As the home is surrounded by trees, pests can be prevalent in the area. The photos accurately reflect the bucolic view of the meadow that guests can enjoy. A positive guest experience is important to us so we ensure to do all we can to make the best possible stay and look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vincent
17 Jan 2024
Great Great Place
Everything advertised about this beautiful place was short of what it actually was the part they left out was the owners. I’ve stayed at places all over this country and have never had the hospitality and comfort that this place provided from the get go. They supplied everything you need if you ever forgot anything they had it the area was beautiful and peaceful was exactly what I needed and I was lucky because I actually booked another place through Expedia, who overbooked the place and I was stuck in a rut, because all the plans I made to go there, then Evolve stepped in and cleaned up the mess Expedia (Hotels.com) which I have always used but not anymore going forward, all I got from them was an email with an apology. I’m sorry, but that wasn’t enough for me, but as I said Evolve.com and I’m sorry I can’t remember who the girl was that helped me she deserves the biggest hand please find out who she was… it was one of the best days I’ve ever had comfortable clean the deer out front every morning and every night special place 100 times better than the first thing I booked because I went by and looked at that too wasn’t impressed. Kevin and Sue are the owners and they are wonderful people. Thank you for very much for letting me stay in your beautiful home. I could go on and on but I think you get the jest of it. I will be back.