view from rear looking up
Location: Murphy, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (2 hours drive from Atlanta, Knoxville or Asheville) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: House
ESCAPE for a few days & unwind! The plush robes await you! Gently sloping PAVED roads bring you to Mountain View at The Springs! Still smells like a BRAND NEW place.
Peaceful location in the mountains/ breathtaking views/near Smoky Mountain National Park/waterfalls/ hiking/golf at Cherokee Hills/ 5 lakes within 30 minutes drive to fish, water ski, pontoon boat rentals + more- Mountain View Marina is 10 minutes drive from house! Whitewater rafting both west and east/horseback riding/hunting/ antiques/flea markets/John Campbell Folk School /gated community with 2 stocked fishing ponds/ If COMMUNICATION is important to you: NOTE: we have cell phone service and WIFI! Many homes in Murphy DO NOT!
Rustic elegance!/ BRAND NEW March 2009/ pet friendly/ sleeps 6-8 with 3 full baths (so each level features 1 bedroom + 1 bath - privacy plus!) /Recliners on both floors/GIANT hot tub for 6/gas grill/gas fireplace/wood floors/ping pong/42" TV in lower level with video library/book swap/rockers on porch/both covered and open porches + private balcony off loft area overlooks pond/complimentary robes.. available to purchase, too. RELAX & watch the deer and turkey in yard/or star gaze at night.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Energy efficient heat pump.
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Energy saving front loader. brand new March 2009
- Dryer : Energy saving.
- Off Street Parking : Double wide PAVED road leads to our gravel driveway that parks 3 comfortably-- or vacant lot next door if additional needed.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : At entrance - clubhouse not currently in use - parking here available.
- Gas Fireplace : Beautiful river rock fireplace! Gas logs really heat up the place!
- Beds
- King Bed : Hand made custom headboard/ 6 drawer dresser/ handmade chest/ walk in closet/ private balcony from loft.
- Queen Bed : 6 drawer dresser/ walk in closet/ comfy chair & reading light for quiet times.
- Twin/Single Bed : Twin beds can be gently moved together for another king bed. Games & puzzles in bookshelf. Kid-sized table & chairs.
- Convertible Bed : Queen Hide-a-bed in lower level.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : WOW! Each of 6 seats has different jets to "fix what ails you". FABULOUS mountain view while you soak. Pamper yourself in complimentary robes, too!
- Cable/Satellite TV : 3 TV's / each level has one! All on cable TV with HDTV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : about 40 movies for your enjoyment!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Stainless steel appls. are all FULL sized. Includes microwave over stove. Enjoy a snack on barstools around the custom island.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything like home! Including: coffee maker + blender!
- Refrigerator : Ice maker and water in door.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Propane gas grill just outside the sliding doors. Also, new fire pit installed August 2009 (s'mores!)
- Deck/Patio : Wrap around decks on main level and lower levels. Some covered/ some SUNNY. Includes patio umbrella.
- Balcony : Private balcony off king bed/ loft area-- faces opposite of main decks for pond view.
- View/Location
- Water View : Stocked fishing pond just a short walk.
- Mountain View : See GA and TN from each side! BIG VIEWS!!
- Communications
- Telephone : Landline features UNLIMITED LONG DISTANCE CALLS + WIFI -- wireless internet (not available in most areas of Murphy)
- Free Long Distance : SAVE MONEY! UNLIMITED LONG DISTANCE FROM LAND LINE.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : THIS IS A RARE FEATURE-- MOST HOMES DO NOT HAVE THIS!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : dogs allowed on individual basis, sorry, no cats EVER.
- Kid Friendly : Bean bag chairs in lower level for TV watching/ ping pong/ lower level bedrm has "kid sized" table & chairs with games & puzzles.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking by fire pit or on driveway, please.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Tubing on the "lazy river" at Pappy's place - cool off in summer!!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nov-Apr $140/night .. $775/week (holidays=150/day + 875/week)
May-Sept $150/night .. $875/week
Oct $150/night .. $875/week (Colors-3 night minimum)
3 night min. over holiday weekends
$75 cleaning fee
$10 per person per night over 4 people
$50 pet fee (individually approved)
PRICE INCLUDES ALL TAXES. $200 security deposit (refundable)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Murphy
Looking for cooler summers, we thought a mountain home with spectacular views would do the trick. We loved this location- PAVED road leading right to our driveway - NO SCARY steep driving - NO 4 wheels needed / The Springs, gated community, only has about 20 homes now-- but will be even better at build out.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Gated community/near Mountain View Marina & Hiawasee Dam. We loved the southern exposure of this home/the VIEWS are all around us. Plan to make use of the 2 stocked ponds on property. Once, while going back for a 2nd showing, we saw 8 wild turkeys in the middle of the road & 2 deer on the sides!! Love the wildlife and QUIET here.
Owner's Map of Murphy
After leaving Chicagoland for Florida in 1993, we have lived on the water ever since. Thought we'd try something DIFFERENT--- a mountain retreat!
Property Photos
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- view from rear looking up - Smoky Mountains House with Hot Tub, Near National Park-Enjoy Views and Fishing
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- View from main deck in winter - Smoky Mountains House with Hot Tub, Near National Park-Enjoy Views and Fishing
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- Hot tub for 6 on lower level** Complimentary bathrobes (available for purchase) - Smoky Mountains House with Hot Tub, Near National Park-Enjoy Views and Fishing
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- King bed in loft area**note - door to private balcony!
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- View from balcony... stocked pond within walking distance
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- Your new office ?? Check out the VIEW!!
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- Gas fireplace with river rock highlights the living room on main level
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- Rock on the porch while your steaks are grilling
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- Family room/ lower level/ leather recliner/ queen hide-a-bed/ 42" HD-DVD TV
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- Living room-dining room ** both sofas have 2 recliners in each**wood floors
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- Kitchen features knotty cherry cabinets/ Stainless Steel appls (incl. microwave)
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- Main floor bath** all 3 baths have combo tub-shower
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- Firepit with seating! Deer feeder off to the left.
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- Twin beds in lower level with walk in closet & kids table + chairs
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- Queen bed on main floor
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- Side view all the way to Georgia!!
Traveler Reviews (12)
MURPHY LOVERS
Guest: BRENDA AND FRANK
(TAMPA,FL)
Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 01/07/12
WHAT A FABULOUS VACATION HOME. THIS WAS OUR THIRD CHRISTMAS IN MURPHY, AND THE ONLY THING THAT COULD HAVE MADE IT MORE ENJOYABLE WOULD HAVE BEEN A REPEAT OF THE 2010 BLIZZARD! EVEN WITHOUT THE SNOW, WE LOVED THE VIEWS AND THE WILDLIFE.WE WILL RETURN TO MOUNTAIN VIEWS.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Escape from it all-Total relaxation
Guest: Deb & George
(Jupiter,Fl. )
Date of Stay: 10/29/11
Review Submitted: 11/07/11
This mountain home provided a much needed escape from the hustle and bustle of a busy life. This beautiful home was furnished with everything. Absolutely loved the view!, The fall leaf colors were just breathtaking and I realized how much I have missed the changes of the seasons living in Fllorida. We absolutely loved sitting in front of the gas lit rock fireplace everynight. We drove to the Bald River Falls in Tellico Plains,TN. which is about a half hour drive from the cabin. It was a beautiful scenic drive and the waterfall was spectactular! The owners were most helpful and responsive to any questions prior to our trip and have even returned our deposit within a week of our departure. The only negative was we did not want to leave. It exceeded our wildest expectations. We will definitely come back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Awesome Mountain Getaway!!!
Guest: uglyduckie
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
My husband and I and our two children ages 3 and 7 had the best time at this cabin!!!! IT's 3 floors and has everything you could ever ask for...Hot tub...ping pong...full kitchen...cable, large screen tvs, etc.. The town of Murphy isn't far and there are plenty of activities...fishing, hiking, Mountain train rides, horseback riding, shopping!! It's fabulous!! The deck wraps around the entire cabin and the view is outstanding!! Our 3 year old daughter keeps asking when we are going back!!! There's a Super Walmart in town where we do most of our grocery shopping we made dinner at home every night on the BBQ.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Very relaxing - nothing lacking.
Guest: Kirsti and Nick
(Rochester NY)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11
Review Submitted: 07/18/11
This cabin is immaculate, tastefully decorated and very well equipped...it was private, and yet close enough (within 15 mins) of Murphy, restaurants etc. We rented a pontoon style boat on Lake Hiwasee for an absurdly low price and took off for a day with our kids .... it doesn't get much more relaxing than that! Wild life abounds in the area, and the mountains are truly stunning....lovely view from the master bedroom deck! Thanks to Diane and Ray for a lovely week.
Owner response:Thanks for the kind words. WE tried to equip our place like you would at home - so we are glad folks notice the "little things" that make our place comfy. Like the recliners on both living levels for us "baby boomer" backs! After a day of hiking the mountains - those chairs ROCK. WE feel blessed to own this home & share with others. Come see us in the fall - amazing colors!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great mountain getaway
Guest: Carol D.
(Melbourne, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/23/10
Review Submitted: 11/08/10
This beautiful mountain chalet is all it is advertised to be. Peaceful, quiet location, great mountain views and very nicely decorated. They have thought of everything you might need. We went for the color changes of fall and weren't disappointed.The ping pong table was a lot of fun too. We'll definetely be back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Breathtaking Venue
Guest: Judy & Dan
(Waterloo, IL)
Date of Stay: 10/14/10
Review Submitted: 10/26/10
Relaxing in a hot tub in the mountains, fishing in a privately stocked lake, viewing the breathtaking view of the fall colors; my husband and I enjoyed a treat on our second wedding anniversary. The house was well-maintained, beautifully furnished in a rustic fashion, and stocked with entertainment features--DVD's, WiFi, ping pong (hadn't played that since I was a kid). To our delight, our little dog was welcomed & he loved the local trails. People in the Murphy area were so friendly and helpful; rafting on the Ocoee River was just a few miles away. We highly recommend this retreat as a pleasurable site and would love to return some day.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
God's Country-great for relaxation, fun and the whole family
Guest: Mary
(Winter Haven, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/19/10
Review Submitted: 08/03/10
This was the first vacation that our family has taken in 7 years and I can't thank Diane enough for the opportunity to make it the most fun, exciting and relaxing vacation ever! The cabin is absolutely beautiful and has everything you need. It was plenty of room for a family of 6, we had 2 to a floor and there was even more room. The view is so gorgeous, it's hard to describe the beauty of nature and the wild. To see baby deer, humming birds and God's mighty hand on His great canvas is awesome! We call it God's country! Diane and Ray are truly generous to share this amazing chalet with strangers! Diane is a very dear person to work with and so sweet. Everyone that has the chance to spend time at this chalet will be so very blessed and glad they did. There are a ton of fun things to do around the area, some you drive a little way, but definitely worth it! You will be a new, relaxed and refreshed person after staying at this wonderful place. Thank you Diane and Ray for making a dream vacation come true! Mary from Winter Haven, FL
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Chalet!
Guest: Leisa
(St. Petersburg, FL)
Date of Stay: 06/11/10
Review Submitted: 06/21/10
The chalet was a real treat. Great spot on the side of the mountain and nothing but peace surrounds you. The house is well appointed with a theme of fishing---all done in a whimsical fashion--nothing over the top or too overdone. Comfy couches and great living space to spread out. Decks are huge and provide great areas to sit in the rocking chairs while grilling up some steaks. The house comes with great supplies for most anything you require. Would recommend this to anyone who loves the outdoors, peace, and the tranquility the mountains can offer. Diane is great and super helpful in support of her guests--Thank you! Drive time to DT Murphy is about 25 minutes.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great stay.
Guest: fgrove
(Merritt Island, Fl)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10
Review Submitted: 06/14/10
We loved the cabin. The 3 kids stayed downstairs and loved their "man cave" with great TV, ping pong table, and privacy. We loved the upstairs---one couple in the master suite in the loft and the other couple in the bedroom on the main floor. We cooked several meals and enjoyed the roomy kitchen. We went ziplining in Gatlinburg one day and white water rafting another day. Both were just a little drive from the cabin. The views are great, and drinking morning coffee and afternoon beers on the deck is a treat. The owners are great and dealt with my mixed up cashier's check efficiently. We will definintely stay here again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Pat Kozachuk
(Oviedo FL)
Date of Stay: 07/17/09
Review Submitted: 07/17/09
We had a wonderful time, the view is great. The layout is second to none and has everything you need for a great vacation. My kids enjoyed the fishing, close by boating, horseback riding in TN. The fire pit was most popular for roasting marshmellows each night. I personally enjoyed coffee on the deck each morning overlooking the mountains which was an amazing sight
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