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The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.

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A wooden deck with a bench and a view of trees.
A wooden table with four chairs on a porch overlooking a river.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted television, and a wooden cabinet.
A two-story building with a covered patio area and a deck.
A two-story house with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this cabin is 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 horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hiwassee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 22 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 28 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 33 min drive - 40.5 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
  • ‪Main Street USA - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river. on Nov 18, 2026 start from $248, 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 The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river. located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 246 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean and had an amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a quiet location. Loved our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved being right on the river - the sights and sounds were peaceful. The cabin was comfortable and just right for what we needed. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oustanding Property, Great Time as always, This is a AAA place to stay. Wonderful sound from the river. We love this location, eazy to give to many things to see.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, close to everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean, I host was there when you needed him, had a great view of the river. But the trip wasn't as great as we wanted it, the neighbors had a lot of family over and they most stayed near our cabin swimming and what not! The romantic weekend away wasn't romantic at all!.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was GREAT! Everyone caught fish which was a wonderful addition to our riverfront experience!
Early morning mist on the river
Color color color!
Fishing from the bank was successful!
More color!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The photos do NOT do justice to this lovely home! Huge closets, clean, well maintained, comfortable beds, peace and quiet! My only regret is not coming later in year when it is warmer (but that’s on me!) … but I would love to come there again
The water is clear!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

We truly enjoyed the property, the view, the river, overall, it was a very nice time! I highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the cabin by the river! The rooms were comfortable and the view of the river was amazing!The location was close to town, but still in the middle of natural surroundings with all the modern conveniences. Local shopping and Arts were amazing!! Communication and check-in were easy. We would definitely stay here again:)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

Absolutely beautiful location. Perfect for us. Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sent email to owner about leaving written instructions for using the firewood, checking out and using the electronics. Cabin was very clean and comfortable. Would definitely like to return sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on river, secluded

Dead end Street, extremely quiet,and secluded, kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!! Everything you need is provided. Relaxing and peaceful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Stay

This is the second time we have stayed here. It's wonderful, love the screened porch overlooking babbling river. So relaxing listening to the river and watching the geese next door. Perfect location for day trips.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! The river was awesome, although I didn’t have much luck fishing. The kids loved playing in the water. The cabin is beautiful and comfy! The host were super helpful throughout our stay, contacted them multiple times for advice and they promptly responded. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay and loved the peace and quite. The sound of the river was so quite.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great getaway

very clean and well stocked private and quite would like to return
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

This property was very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Nice and quiet place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful riverside cabin

Beautiful, peaceful cabin. Very clean. We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place was amazing.

We loved sitting on the screened porch listening to the river. Very relaxing vacation. The town of Murphy was very cute and everyone was very nice. We will definitely recommend this destination to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home

This place is off the chain!! Super clean, comfortable, quiet, everything about this place really makes me want to come back and soon!! Soooo relaxing. My family loves this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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