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Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby.

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A large house with a covered porch and a staircase leading to a second floor.
An outdoor seating area with tables and barrels, overlooking a vineyard.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a potted plant, and a view of a dock and trees.
A riverside view with a stone pathway leading to a wooden structure.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the river, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It offers mountain views and outdoor areas including a balcony, deck, and patio. Enjoy kayaking, tubing, and game walks nearby, with Hiwassee Lake and Hiwassee River as local attractions.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Hiwassee Lake
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Murphy River Walk
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby.

River Haven is a two bedroom, two bath cabin located directly on the Nottely River in Murphy North Carolina. From the screened in porch you look out over the clear flowing river. The riverside patio is a great place to enjoy the firepit when not fishing, tubing, kayaking, hiking, or exploring Murphy and the amazing river walk. Nottely River Winery is only about 6 miles away, and it's beautiful. And lets not forget the Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino just 12 miles away.

So you can relax at the cabin and do nothing at all, or do as much as you can if relaxing is not the only thing on the agenda. The Ranger Community Center has a kayak/canoe launch so from there a really nice float down to our place. When the water is low, about a 1.5 hour float, to as fast as 30 minutes if the water is flowing strong.

Fishing from our bank is fun, and wade fishing even more so. We are at the end of the road so very peaceful and quiet. It seems like you are a million miles away from anything, yet downtown Murphy is nearby along with great restaurants and shopping.

Disclaimer, VRBO shows in the map area that we are a one minute walk to a lake, we are not. I think they might mean if you are downtown. And the Hiawassee River is not 40 minutes away but maybe 15 minutes or so.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Deposit of $150.00 is required. Refundable after inspection of house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2171288
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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Union Golf Course and Mountain View Marina. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 20 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 25 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 31 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 36 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Mason Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby.?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby. on Aug 30, 2026 start from $272, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Winter in the mountains, fishing by the fire pit. Murphy and the Casino nearby. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Chattahoochee National Forest and Valley River Arts are also within 9 mi (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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Hi, this is Le Ann and Mike. We live in Georgia but love to travel and stay in fun places, so we try to make our properties fun and special for our wonderful guests.

Why they chose this property

When we first saw River Haven, we fell in love with it. The beautiful Nottely River is incredible. Across the river from the cabin is a forested mountain side. It's an amazing secluded property that seems to be hundreds of miles away from anything, yet the great little mountain town of Murphy is less than nine miles away. The Nottely River Valley Winery and Vineyard is just 6 miles away. The casino is only 12 miles away.

What makes this property unique

The property is secluded yet so easy to get out and about. A short drive away is everything you need in the Town of Murphy. Great restaurants and friendly people. Put on your hiking shoes and enjoy the River Walk. You will fall in love with all of the rivers in the area but especially the Notley River at your back door.

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