Rustic two-story cabin on creek with covered bridge and water wheel...
This rustic two-story newly renovated cabin is right on a creek with a covered bridge and water wheel. There is a new mini split system for heating and air conditioning with remote control thermostats. You can sit on the covered porch and listen to the creek or wade in the creek and be splashed by the water wheel. Located just 15 minutes from the Harrah's Valley River Casino or beautiful downtown Murphy and just a short drive to John C. Campbell Folk School. There is a propane grill outside with table and chairs for outside dining and also Adirondack chairs to sit and enjoy the creek. There is a fire pit with wood so you can enjoy a nice fire and roast marshmallows. From the downstairs living area, you can look out the windows and enjoy the view of the creek and water wheel. There is a foosball table, DVD player and movies for rainy days, board games and a smart TV with WIFI. The kitchen has a full-sized refrigerator, stove, microwave, and sink. There are plates, silverware, glasses, coffee pot and coffee cups so you can prepare meals if you wish.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Murphy
Located in Upper Peachtree, a neighbourhood in Murphy, this cabin is in a rural area. Clay's Corner and Valley River Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Murphy Trussel and Cherokee Homestead Exhibit. Travelling with kids? Consider Peacock Performing Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Hugh Hamilton Stadium.
John C. Campbell Folk School - 18 min drive - 16.5 km
Hiwassee Lake - 22 min drive - 21.5 km
Murphy River Walk - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 25 min drive - 24.6 km
Getting around
Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 129 min drive
Restaurants
Ramsay's Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay - 25 min drive
Nathan's Famous - 25 min drive
BozoBill's - 14 min drive
Earl of sandwich - 27 min drive
Starbucks - 24 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic two-story cabin on creek with covered bridge and water wheel... pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Rustic two-story cabin on creek with covered bridge and water wheel...?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rustic two-story cabin on creek with covered bridge and water wheel...?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rustic two-story cabin on creek with covered bridge and water wheel...?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rustic two-story cabin on creek with covered bridge and water wheel... located?
This family-friendly Murphy cabin is located in a rural location, steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hiwassee River and Clay's Corner. John C. Campbell Folk School and Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We appreciate how clean you left the cabin! It was if no one had been there. So glad you enjoyed the quiet visit. Take care and enjoy the rest of the summer!
Beautiful little cabin in a country setting. Hosts were very helpful and thoughtful!!
Lisa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2025
Great pictures! Thank you'll so much for taking such great care of the cabin during your stay. Everything was left clean and in its place. It was as if no one had even been there! We hope your travels bring you back to the cabin. Take care and have a great winter!
So glad you'll enjoyed your time at the Waterwheel Cabin. It was nice to meet you and have a little visit. Thank you so much for taking time to gather the laundry and put in the laundry room. We certainly appreciate guests like you and hope your travels bring you back to stay again! Take care and enjoy the rest of the summer!!!
This was a great place to stay and the host wAs excellent.
jamie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2022
So glad you'll enjoyed the cabin. I am certainly enjoying having great guests like you and loving that people love our cabin and creek! Hope you'll have a great summer!
Really enjoyed the location of this spot! The running water right next to the cabin is great for getting some nice deep sleep!
Trevor D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2023
So glad you'll enjoyed the peacefulness of the creek. It was great to have you visit. We hope you can come back on one of your visits to the area! Have a great summer!!
The cabin is amazing wonderful host beautiful yard loved everything
Donna P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2025
We are so thankful for guests like you who take care of the cabin and keep it clean! We love that your mother spent her 81st birthday at the Waterwheel Cabin! We hope to host to you again, soon! Take care!
This was our second time staying at this cabin. It was as enjoyable as it was 2 years ago. We love the gas fireplace as well as the fire pit outside. The water wheel just outside the bedroom balcony is icing on the cake.
Jerry H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2025
We are so appreciative of second-time guests! Thank you'll for coming back! We hope you can stay again! The cabin was left in great shape, clean and tidy. We love listening to the creek and waterwheel too!
Lovely stay at this cozy cabin. We especially enjoyed the fireplace, firepit and the sound of the stream. Highly recommend!
Tanya C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2024
We certainly appreciate guests like you. The cabin was left in great shape, clean and tidy. Glad you enjoyed the cabin and creek and there is nothing like watching a fire, inside or outside! Take care!
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10/10 Excellent
Jacquelyn
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cabin in the woods!!!!! Great Stay and thank you for the smores☺️🤙
Great location and you can bring your dogs. The place is clean and everything you need is on location.
Michael G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cabin. Thanks for the flowers and doing laundry. You'll are welcome to come back again soon. The cabin was neat and tidy. Great guests!!!
Beautiful place next to a small stream. Very quiet area, beautifully equipped cottage and very clean. Me and my family had a wonderful time staying here. Owners are nice and thoughtful and made the stay extra nice!
Amit K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2021
We are so glad you'll enjoyed the cabin and the peacefulness. Thanks for leaving the cabin clean and tidy. Thanks also for the gift card to restock supplies. Take care!
Our stay was amazing we grilled out and were able to go to all the towns nearby as well got to see a lot and the property and surrounding area is beautiful will definitely be back
Tim B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
We are so glad you'll enjoyed your time in Murphy and enjoyed being outside and sitting by the creek. We hope to host to you again! The cabin was left immaculate! Thanks!!
Another great trip. Love being here. Will definately come again soon.
George C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2023
So glad you'll came back to the waterwheel cabin and we look forward to your next stay. Thanks for keeping everything clean and for the new knives and cutting board!! Have a great summer!!!
We had a wonderful time at the cabin. Perfect location to explore the surrounding area.
Jessica C.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2021
Thanks for keeping the cabin so tidy and clean. We are so thankful to live close to a lot of areas for exploring and that our guests are enjoying this too!
Thanks for keeping the cabin clean and neat! Glad you'll were able to spend a few days at the cabin, the weather was amazing for September. Wishing you and your family a healthy, happy winter!!
The house and yard is perfect as always we love the property the hosts are amazing the personal touch they just make everything perfect .
Donna P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
We are so thankful for guests like you and are so glad you came back for a second visit! Thanks for keeping everything clean and tidy. We hope to host to you again!! Take care and have a great summer!!
About the host
Hosted by James and Melissa Yonce
We both grew up in Murphy and attended Murphy High School together which is where we met and dated for a while, later to meet up again, marry and so far live happily ever after. We enjoy working on projects, spending time with family, spoiling our two grandboys, ages 15 and 11, and keeping up with all the ballgames and events they are involved in.
Why they chose this property
We would like you to come enjoy our cabin. We have so much love for the cabin as we call it; from the beginning of construction by our father/father-n-law, when he was developing the property in the late 1980's up to present day after our renovating. We love the location by the creek and enjoy walking over and listening to the water wheel while we sit on the covered porch at times when it is vacant. We lived in the cabin for almost ten years until one day the property across the road was in foreclosure and we were able to purchase that piece of land and later build our new home. The cabin holds many dear memories for us and our families and we hope you enjoy your time here.
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