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Smokey Mountain couple's retreat

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Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Murphy River Walk
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Living Room

1 Single Futon

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Smokey Mountain couple's retreat

Our place is nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains on top of a mountain in a small gated community. A perfect place for lover's to get a way and forget life for awhile. The chalet is above a oversized detached garage. 1200 square ft. It has a spacious living room with a 3D TV and a nice size kitchen with custom cabinets and granite counter tops. If you like to cook like we do, there's pretty much everything you need.

The house features a master bedroom with queen sized bed. The living room has a couch with a pull out sofa sleeper. The house is totally updated with granite counter tops, high end appliances and hard wood floors.

From the rear deck, it has a spectacular 165° view East to West. Seeing over 3 states (GA, NC, TN) is just the beginning. Sunrises and sunsets are totally amazing. Inside is a bit rustic yet has elegant touches. It's not heaven, but you can see it from here.

Downtown Murphy is 12 minutes away. Harrah's Cherokee Valley casino and John C Campbell folk school is about 15 or so minutes. If you're into the outdoors look no further. There's plenty of hiking/biking trails to choose from. Fly fishing, is also a favorite amongst locals here. If you're water people, there are lakes and boat rentals available spring through fall months. Tubing is very popular at the Nantahala gorge. If you're into adventure this is a must do.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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
Being the rental has stairs, please use railings. The stairs are slippery when wet and/or very cold. The stairs can become icy in the morning

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2626477vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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 Murphy, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake, while Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Hiwassee River - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Valley River Arts - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 19 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Yogi's Neighborhood Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smokey Mountain couple's retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smokey Mountain couple's retreat ?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smokey Mountain couple's retreat on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$277, 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 at Smokey Mountain couple's retreat ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Smokey Mountain couple's retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smokey Mountain couple's retreat ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smokey Mountain couple's retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this chalet is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hiwassee Lake and Hiwassee River. Valley River Arts and Murphy Trussel are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and a great place to spend the week!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The view was wonderful. We had a much needed peaceful stay. Would highly recommend this to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thanks Greg for the positive review. We're glad you had a great time. Would love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026. Everything was super clean and the view from the deck was amazing since it was at the top of the ridge. The bed was comfortable. Easy check in and check out. We'd come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thanks Pete for the great rating. We're glad you had a great stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Darby E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very tastefully and completely furnished. I suspect that Pat might have had a lot to do with that :) The drive to the property involved a lot of switchbacks but that is part of being on a mountain top in the applications. We were returning North from FL and that will be an annual stop. Love the area and the mountains. Gary was there to greet us and to say goodbye other wise we were on our own. Perfect place!
River walk downtown Murphy
Tail of the Dragon
Legendary for motorcycles not F-150
One Of the dams generating power and forming a lake
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thank you Barbara for sharing your photos. We love guests who take time to share their experiences.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location was exactly as described. The hosts have thought of everything and the cabin is well equipped.Views are incredible and communication was timely and helpful. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thanks Patrick for sharing your photo with us. It was nice having you as a guest. Would love to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view and how clean and well equipped it was
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gary and Pat are awesome. The place is perfect with the most amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I were blessed to have found this property. We have stayed at many VRBO properties and this one ranks in the top of our experiences. The views are amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thanks Jeramy for the wonderful review. We're so glad your experience here was a great one.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved staying at the chalet.The house was ckean and had everything we need
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very beautiful property and a very relaxing stay. The property own was really enjoyable to talk with too. We would love to stay here again. The clouds in the valley in the morning was a thrill to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Ginger it was a great pleasure meeting you both. We're glad you had a pleasant stay. Thanks for sharing your amazing photos
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would love to know the elevation. Beautiful rental! I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is beautiful ! The host was amazing and thought of every little detail. It felt like we were home away from home. The home is kept in pristine condition and was very clean. The Mountain View's were the best we've ever seen! We highly recommend and plan on staying in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thank you Diane for the photos and thinking of us. Would gladly have you both again as guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Gary and Pat, are such warm welcoming people. We really enjoyed this retreat and hope one day to return. Its really no words to express the coziness, the scenary, and the neatest cleanest retreat we have ever experienced! Thanks again for making this a special trip, we really enjoyed our stay with you!Sharon and Jimmy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thank you Sharen & Jimmy. We loved that we were part of your special stay. Come again soon. We'd love to see you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! Great place where you will be treated to the most beautiful view of the mountains around Murphy! The cabin is spotless, organized, labeled, with attention to every detail imaginable! It’s an adventure going up the mountain! Absolutely perfect place to stay! Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Murphy vacation.

The home was very comfortable to stay in .The views from the deck were unbeliveable. The home was actually perfect. It had everything I needed. The hosts were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved how quiet and private of my place. BEAUTIFUL view of the smoky mountains!So clean and very high quality of everything!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W.

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

Can’t beat that view

Perfect weekend getaway. Best view in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve s.

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

Awesome views!

Awesome views and very nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy r.

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

Wonderful Mountain Views

Private little getaway with amazing views. Very clean and stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Gorgeous Cabin

Everything about this places was amazing! The best views I have ever seen. This is like a little slice of heaven!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful piece of property! We spent 2 nights here for a friend's birthday/girls get away weekend and it was PERFECT. The views are breathtaking and it could not have been more perfect. Gary and Pat were very accommodating and responded to anything we needed right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was fantastic! Cleanliness was superb, as was the setting with beautiful mountain views. Gary was attentive and willing to help with any situation, though we really didn’t need him for anything because the place was so well organized. Everything was thoughtfully placed and the bed was super comfortable. The kitchen was up to date and had everything we needed to cook. The bathroom was spotless. Loved our stay! Hopefully will be back some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Beautiful mountain home with amazing view!

Communication with property manager was great. The home was beautiful way beyond expectation. The view was so beautiful loved watching the sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2025
Thank you Melissa for the kind review. We're happy that you and your husband enjoyed your stay and a pleasure having you as our guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Son's Wedding

Great Views and Location-Loved the Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gary Carter

Host profile image
I am semi retired. Born/raised in Florida. Worked for the local newspaper for 33 years. I am now a volunteer fire fighter for our community. My wife is in medical billing and works from home. On our off time we hike, bike and boat. We also love to cook and do a lot of get togethers with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

During my childhood, my grandparents owned a vacation cabin deep in the woods of Franklin NC. We (me, my parents and my brothers) would travel to vacation for 2 weeks a year. There we would hike, snow ski and just explore the great outdoors that we didn't get in the big city.

What makes this property unique

This place is unique in the sense of its extreme views. Rural yet close to many parks, lakes, bars and restaurants. And being on top of a mountain has its advantages and disadvantages. With extreme views comes with extreme weather. Any time of the year is absolutely beautiful. Yet, when it rains it pours. The drive up to the chalet for some people, can be a li'l scary. Especially for those who are used to flat, straight roads. Keep in mind the roads are well paved and safe. Once you are here you'll soon forget about the drive up.

Languages:

English, German

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