McKenzie Cottage in Scottish Woods

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A hot tub with a wooden deck and a wooden fence, surrounded by greenery.
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a round coffee table, a beige sofa, and a red armchair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone island, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.
A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted clock.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • No surprises here
    Top-rated for accuracy — guests say it's just as pictured.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Media Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Murphy

Murphy is home to this holiday home. Village Boutique and Rollins Planetarium are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Union County Farmers Market and Victoria's Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and birdwatching.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chattahoochee National Forest - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Hiwassee Lake - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 24 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 37 min drive - 51.3 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is McKenzie Cottage in Scottish Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at McKenzie Cottage in Scottish Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at McKenzie Cottage in Scottish Woods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McKenzie Cottage in Scottish Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is McKenzie Cottage in Scottish Woods located?

Situated in Murphy, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Nottely Lake and Old Union Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and i had a fantastic relaxing time! The cottage was clean and exactly as advertised. Totally enjoyed sitting in hottub, and watching the deer eat. Would totally stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was just what my husband and I needed to get away from life for a weekend. The cottage was simple and peaceful. No hustle and bustle like the big cities. This cottage is in the woods, which we loved but may not be for everyone. We enjoyed the nearby Riverwalk in downtown Murphy as well as a trip to the local flea market and restaurants. The hot tub under the stars was the perfect way to unwind and we even caught a few shooting stars. The wood stove was also a nice added bonus for the cool nights. There were a ton of books to read while there as well and the swing on the front porch was a perfect way to start your morning with a cup of coffee. We can’t wait to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice quiet cottage

This cottage was perfect. Loved the layout. George was very accommodating. We will plan on staying there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like an old friend

My wife and I both enjoyed our stay. It was like staying with an old friend. Close to Murphy and other places, but not so close that you feel it. Saw deer every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mountain stay

Enjoyed the cabin. Very secluded. The Host George is very nice and helpful. He made our stay very easy. When we got there door were unlocked and lights were on. I will stay there again. Recommend it. I think if you enjoy privacy then is your place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and Private

Great little place to getaway! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hot tub was great.

A very pleasant trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway

My wife and I had a great weekend. The cabin was clean, comfortable and private. Great access to hiking and lots to do in the area. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Will go back again
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary trip

Wonderful time! We loved the seclusion and the hot was fantastic! We’ll definitely use again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet!!!

Everything was great! Hot tub was perfect and exceptionally clean! New gas grill was nice bonus, grilled some ribeyes that gave us the feel of being at home, but that's what a VRBO is for. Don't let the old time looking rocking chairs fool you, they were very comfy. George delivered, great host, thanks again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Greatly secluded and private

It was peaceful and quite we seen not a soul whole time we was there it was relaxing. The wood stove was a great bonus as was the hot tub. Its min from 2 flea markets with fresh produce and antiques great place to stay!!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful and quiet

We had a hard time locating the cottage, but the owner was there to help. Fairly remote area which was fine for us. The place was clean. We could not get the back porch light to work or maybe we just could not find it, but regardless there was a soft light in the hot tub. We enjoyed our time there. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A not so remote slice of heaven

From the initial contact with the owner to the end of our visit, it was a great experience. The cabin was perfect for the three of us (my husband and I and our adult son). Very clean and stocked with the necessities. We enjoyed our daily fires in the wood stove (which kept the main part of the cabin comfortable), cooking and eating together in the kitchen, and catching up on favorite TV and movies in the den. I indulged in the hot tub a couple of times, sharing one morning soak with a family of white tail deer. Ideally located, we were never more than an hour from numerous state parks for hiking and small towns for shopping and eating. While we didn't get any snow (we were hoping for just a bit), we enjoyed the beauty of the surrounding mountains. George was a gracious host, available when needed. Couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cabin

Nice little get away for my family and a few friends. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Not too much. Not too little.

Just a cozy little cabin to get you away for the week/weekend. Great for single family or small group of friends. Owner was super nice and helped us out any way he could. Overall had a great time in the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rafting Weekend w/friends

We really enjoyed our stay at this cute little farmhouse. We loved the sound of the screened door, it reminded us of “grandma’s house”. It would have been nice to have had an ice maker in the freezer and lights around the hot tub. We still loved the house and the location. If in the area in the future we would definitely rent again. Thank you Mr. George!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Horrible, So disappointing!!

Very misleading, it is not as the pictures show - the landscaping was not maintained well at all (growing rampant) and neither was the outside of the cabin (front porch was dirty and not swept). This made us question the level of sanitation inside the cabin. We contacted the owner who lives very close but could not come up with any solution, so we left. Even though the owner said he would not give a refund, we were not comfortable staying there.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2020
Of course we are disappointed that you chose not to execute on your reservation. Your stated disappointment with the landscaping of a cottage on a wooded estate seems to reflect your unfamiliarity with life in a National Forest. We have long since given up our city views of landscaping. The forest is just that - a forest that grows and shapes itself. We have found what we think is a valid compromise with nature. That is wasn't groomed to your expectations is perhaps a product of unrealistic expectations. To question our cleaning and cottage preparation based upon what you considered an "unswept" porch is, IMHO, pretty ignorant. Our rentals receive thorough COVID-19 sanitation and preparation after every guest. Hot tubs are drained, cleaned and refilled after every guest. Bromine tabs are added for extra protection. You demanded a refund based upon your initial unsubstantiated evaluation stated above. The stated focus of your disappointment was that the view from the front porch was supposedly obscured by trees. Yes, we live in a forest and there are trees in a forest. When you demanded your money back, I did refuse. You wanted to break a contract that both of us agreed to. the conditions were quite clear. I would have had many opportunities to rent the cottage had you cancelled in a timely manner as per the contract. In fact, early on in our correspondence, I offered you another cabin that I thought would better suit the event that you were celebrating. You refused that offer. Your husband's assumption that I could somehow travel back in a time machine that afternoon and rent to someone else was laughable. Your attempt to blackmail me into a refund by threatening me with a bad review is practically criminal. In the future, perhaps a trip to Disney World would be better suited for you. A forest venue is certainly not for you.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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