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Spacious Family Mountain Gem Nestled in Nature-5 min to Historic Murphy!

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Interior
Main Level Patio
Private Location
Kitchen Area
Backyard with Firepit and Mountain View

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Hiwassee River
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Murphy River Walk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Lower Level Sleeping Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master (King) Bedroom Upper Level

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom Main Level

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom Upper Level

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Spacious Family Mountain Gem Nestled in Nature-5 min to Historic Murphy!

Make this spacious, kid (and pet) friendly family home your Murphy headquarters, with its close proximity to the historic town, local dining, and outdoor recreation. You’ll love the serene charm of this bright, comfy space, featuring game room, 2 porches, fully equipped kitchen, firepit, and mountain views. Kids and dogs will love the lushly landscaped big yard. Guests love the quiet and peaceful location while still being close to town. Nestled in nature, you’ll be sure to see wildlife.


Step into this spacious home’s family room via convenient keyless entry – and go claim your sleeping accommodations from your choice of three!

Discover the Master Bedroom on the upper level with its king bed flanked by bedside tables. Wind down to sleep watching the 42" Visio smart TV. Store your belongings in the dresser, closet, and on the provided luggage rack. You’ll love the convenience of the ensuite bathroom with double-sink vanity, tub/shower combo, and all bathroom essentials, such as hair dryer, towels, and toiletries.

You’ll find the Queen Bedroom on the main level with its queen bed, sumptuous linens, and bedside table. You’ll have a dresser, closet, and luggage rack for storage. Lull yourself to sleep watching the 36” Vizio smart TV. Enjoy the ensuite bathroom with double-sink vanity, tub/shower combo, and all bathroom essentials.

Should you need additional sleeping accommodations, you’ll find a pull-out queen sofa bed on the lower level with a 56” smart TV and full bathroom (tub/shower combo) nearby and storage in the form of a closet and trunk. When not in use for sleeping, this area is a sweet spot for lounging and watching TV.

Once you’re settled in, head back to the family room and relax on ample, comfy leather seating in the warmth of the gas fireplace tucked into a unique rock wall. Take in the soaring ceiling, flood of natural light, and open-concept floorplan. Watch your favorite shows, movies, and sports on the 65" Vizio smart. TV, accessing host-provided Netflix and YouTube, along with many other viewing options.

You can also enjoy the loft space above the family room, with its open space and comfortable seating. You’ll find the loft the perfect spot for remote work with its desk and chair.

Head outside to explore the outdoor amenities, including the large back porch with gas grill, dining seating, and rockers for relaxing. Enjoy the yard, view, and screened breezeway. Kids and dogs will love romping in large rear yard with no neighbors behind the home. In the evening, laugh, tell stories, and make memories, as you gather the family around the firepit.

Grab a hot or cold beverage and sip it peacefully on the front porch as you watch the world go by on the private, "neighbors only" street.

Back inside, enjoy a game of darts or ping-pong in the game/fitness room on the lower level. Or work out on the elliptical machine.

At mealtime, prep and cook your best culinary creations in the fully equipped kitchen with all the standard major appliances –refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, and dishwasher. You’ll find plenty of prep space on the countertops, along with all the cookware, bakeware, dishware, flatware, glassware, serving-ware, and utensils you need to prepare and serve your favorite meals.

Steps away from the kitchen, dine in the dining area at the table for 6. Or dine al fresco at the table for 4 on the back porch, where you’ll also find the gas grill.

Refresh and rejuvenate in the lower-level bathroom with tub/shower combo and all bathroom essentials.

You’ll love the convenience of the stacked washer and dryer.

AMENITY HIGHLIGHTS:
– Gas grill w/host-supplied gas
– Fully equipped kitchen
– Outdoor dining
– Firepit
– Game room with ping-pong table, dartboard, Monopoly, Pictionary
– Badminton + pickleball rackets
– Pet-friendly
– Views
– Workspace
– Gas fireplace
– 2 Porches
– Host-provided Netflix, YouTube
– Yard with seating
– Wireless Broadband/Fixed Wireless Wi-Fi
– Washer/Dryer
Guest Access:
You have exclusive access to everything in the home except locked owner's closet at base of lower level.

No fumbling with keys; self-check-in is available with digital keypad.

The paved circular driveway can accommodate at least 4 vehicles. No restrictions on street parking.

You’ll be 5 minutes from Historic Murphy's downtown shopping, dining, and casino. You’ll be close to abundant outdoor recreation, such as river-rafting, hiking, pontoon-boating, along with scenic beauty such as waterfalls. Enjoy local antique shops, roosters crowing, and deer in your midst! See Location tab for more.

Other Details to Note
A front-door Ring security camera is installed and shows only who is at front of home; does not record.

Distances to …

… ATTRACTIONS IN MURPHY:
– Murphy’s Farmers Market @ L&N Depot: 2.3 miles
– Downtown Murphy: 2.5 miles
– MAC (Murphy Arts Center)/Valley River Arts Guild: 2.5 miles
– Murphy Riverwalk: 3 miles
– Cherokee County Recreation/pickleball: 3.2 miles
– Harrah's Cherokee Valley River: 6.5 miles
– Decker’s Flea & Farmer’s Market: 7.8 miles

… NEARBY ATTRACTIONS/DAY TRIPS:
– Piney Knob Trail System: 7.1 miles
– Cherokee Lake Recreation Area: 13.4 miles
– Nottley Dam: 15.5 miles
– Fires Creek Recreation Area: 17.4 miles
– Fields of the Wood Bible Park: 20.4 miles
– Salty Dog Gem Mine: 23.7 miles
– Hiwassee Dam: 24 miles
- Bell Mountain Park Lookout, Hiawassee, GA: 29.4 miles
– Ocoee Gorge: 32.9 miles
– Nantahala Forest Gorge: 41.7 miles
– Wayah Bald: 45.9 miles
– Bell Mountain Park: 197 miles

… RESTAURANTS:
– Chavelle’s: 2.4 miles
– Shoebooties: 2.5 miles
– Red Brick Deli: 2.6 miles
– Murphy’s Chophouse: 2.6 miles
– Perrone’s Neighborhood Grill: 2.8 miles
– So’s Good Kitchen: 3.5 miles

… NEARBY TOWNS:
– Brasstown, NC/John C. Campbell Folk School: 9 miles
– Young Harris-Brasstown Valley Resort: 22.1 miles
– Lake Chatuge: 25.4 miles
– Blue Ridge, GA: 27.2 miles
– Panorama Market: 46.5 miles
– Helen, GA/Georgia Mountain Coaster: 46.9 miles

… WINERIES:
– Nottely River Valley & Valley River Vineyards: 12.6 miles
– Crane Creek Vineyards: 17.6 miles
– Paradise Hills: 27.1 miles

… SHOP FOR ESSENTIALS
– Lowe’s: 4.1. miles
– Walmart: 5.1 miles
– Ingles Market: 5.2 miles



Property manager

David and Olga Wolofsky
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Russian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional pet or over 20lb dog will be $30 extra
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Quiet hours between 10pm-7am
Please keep the furniture and all house items as they are
Please raise the air (AC)/lower the heat when you leave the house

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Murphy

Located in Tarheel, a neighbourhood in Murphy, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hiwassee River - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hanging Dog Recreation Area - 20 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country Murphy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Family Mountain Gem Nestled in Nature-5 min to Historic Murphy! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious Family Mountain Gem Nestled in Nature-5 min to Historic Murphy! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Family Mountain Gem Nestled in Nature-5 min to Historic Murphy! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Family Mountain Gem Nestled in Nature-5 min to Historic Murphy! located?

This family-friendly Murphy holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Hiwassee River and Valley River Arts are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

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

Winter business trip

David and Olga we enjoyed staying at your lovely house . The internet and TV worked great . The house was clean and inviting . We will rent your place again .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

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

Pleasant Stay

Second time we have stayed here. It was comfortable and convenient to Murphy. Easy to get to and owner was helpful. We’d surely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

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

Spacious and Convenient

Home was clean and had plenty of room for two couples. The circular driveway was very nice for entering and leaving on motorcycles. David was very pleasant and responsive when we had an issue with the heat. He quickly responded and resolved the issue. It’s very close to town as well as the casino. We enjoyed our stay in Murphy and would highly recommend David’s home. We would definitely reserve again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Mr

Great rental… only suggestion is trim shrubs pulling out of driveway…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette P.

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

Peaceful setting near downtown Murphy

We stayed for four weeks to escape the Florida heat. The house is wonderful and had everything we needed for an extended stay. The comfy king bed is upstairs with an ensuite bath with two sinks and fluffy towels. There is a nice tower fan for air circulation and white noise. The main level has a large wrap around porch and the mountain view from the two rocking chairs was peaceful. There is a large flat screen smart TV in the living room. There was a bottle of wine to welcome us. The kitchen was well equipped and we had no trouble eating most of our meals in. Lots of pans, utensils and dishes/glasses. There is a large gas grill on the porch and a firepit in the back yard. The basement had a living area, ping pong table, darts and door to the large, unfenced back yard. There is a full bathroom on each of the three levels and a gas fireplace in the living room that we did not use. The owner was very responsive to any issues that arose. The neighborhood was quiet and wooded and we saw so many deer every day. We really enjoyed our stay here. It is about five minutes into Murphy which has grocery stores, Walmart and a compact downtown area with lots of shops, restaurants and breweries/wineries.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

A little piece of heaven in the Mountains

It was such a pleasurable and quiet stay. Just a short drive to everything. We'll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Sk

Great place to stay, convenient to John C Campbell Folk Art School. Hosts very attentive to your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

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

Murphy home comfortable and pleasant

The house was comfortable and roomy. Conveniently located to shopping even though it is in a quite, up land neighborhood. We would have liked to have some more living room lighting, mixing bowls, a cookie sheet, pitcher, better knives, platter, and some food storage containers. We got by well, but think the house would be perfect with these items.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald K., Hernando, Florida

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

Great home in Murphy NC

We really enjoyed our stay. The home is very roomy. The location is great. Very easy to get downtown but very private at the same time. Great outdoor space with beautiful view of mountains in the distance. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

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

Peace and Quiet

Great house, great view, great town. Hit the mountains and relax!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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

Great location and lots of room

This rental was just right for my two week stay in Murphy. The house is just minutes from downtown and close to the highway. The property has a nice yard and was very clean, communication with the owner was seamless and there were no issues during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Great place

The house is very nice. True to the discription. It has a lot of privacy, but still very close to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

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

Mountain getaway

Great house Wonderful owners
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Murphy stay

Great experience
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances F.

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

Family reunion

The floor plan of the house with three levels was perfect for our needs. It was a great choice with crawling infants. Very family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond R.

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

Nice comfortable home

This is a nice home and it is located in a beautiful wooded neighborhood. We saw several deer and even a newborn fawn on the road to the house. We enjoyed Murphy and the surrounding area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Western NC Getaway

Fantastic location, great floor plan. Plenty of room for privacy but also lovely large areas for gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten B.

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

Great Weekend Getaway!

We really enjoyed this house. Had lots of space for a 2 bedroom including a finished basement with entertainment area. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen. The view was great with a nice backyard. The proximity to downtown Murphy (6 minutes) was a major plus. Lots of things to do in this area! We’d recommend this house to family and friends for sure. If you visit, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

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

Quick trip to the Mountains

We really enjoyed our short stay. Found the house in a great location, well equipped and very spacious. David was very attentive to us while we didn’t have any issues, we did have the peace of mind knowing that if we needed anything then he would be there. Would love to rent again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Outstanding!

Beautiful and well kept home in a quiet neighborhood. Clean and comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

Very spacious, nice, home, located in a great community, beautiful scenery, deer every day

Loved it, will definitely stay again and again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Wonderful place to stay

This vacation rental was clean and had everything you need. We enjoyed the fireplace, outdoor fire pit and the ping pong table in the lower level. The owner was very helpful with questions and easy to contact. Thank you for a wonderful week !
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Great location

Everything at this house met our expectations. It was perfect for bringing up the motorcycles.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

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

Deer central

Comfortable house near the top of the hill in a quiet neighborhood. Great place to watch the local wildlife
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

gisela r.

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

Great we to to stay in

We had a great time at the cabin! We played ping pong, and badminton. There were big rooms, nice bathrooms, and a walk- in closet. The view was beautiful! I would recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by David and Olga Wolofsky

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We live in Florida and recently bought and renovated this lovely home in the mountain North Carolina town of Murphy. We just listed it on VRBO, and look forward to welcoming you for an awesome stay and getting your feedback!

Why they chose this property

Very peaceful and private, mountain view, minutes to town and easily accessible with all paved roads

What makes this property unique

Very Spacious yet Cozy. Comfortable and Clean. Open Floor plan

Languages:

English, French, Russian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests