Bear Paw Resort Lake Hiwassee: 4 Bed/2 Full/2 Half Bath With Mtn & Lake Views!

We took our adult children to this condo between Christmas and New Year's Eve and had a great time just relaxing and being together. The open floor plan meant we were all sort of in the same room for talking, eating and playing games but had four rooms for each person/couple to have privacy.

As the owner noted, there is 'nothing to do' up there in the winter but that is exactly what we were looking for on this trip. I think we were the only renters in the whole resort.

Loved the four separate bedrooms (the master is in the loft so there is less privacy!) and four bathrooms (two full and two halfs). View was outstanding. Fireplace warmed up the atmosphere. Sofas and chairs were comfy and plenty for seven people.

Did all our meals in. The kitchen is small on space but fully equipped - better equipped than most places we rent. Can't think of any utensil we lacked. Even a stacked washer/dryer if you need it. Smoked some pork in the Big Green Egg and had to improvise a bit with a missing part.

Challenges with the one of the two heating systems were addressed super fast by the owner. Great responsiveness on his part. Really appreciate it very much.

One word for planning. This condo is on the other side of the lake from Murphy, so the nearest quick stop corner store is 20 minutes drive and nearest grocery store and restaurant is 35 minutes away. We just brought everything and never had to leave. If you drive up from Georgia, and you need to hit up a grocery store, I'd recommend Ingles in Blue Ridge GA. It's only 45 minutes from the condo and way closer than driving off route to Murphy.