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LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities!

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Enjoy the gorgeous waters of Lake Hiwassee and overlook US Forest Service Land!
The dock and water toys for you to use!
Aerial view
Rustic barn wood dining table seats 6 (2 chairs not included in pictures).

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101856 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Hiwassee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mountain View Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fields of the Wood Bible Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities!

Be ready to unplug and unwind! This stunning lakefront home on Lake Hiwassee offers the perfect getaway for you and your family to reconnect. With breathtaking views of the lake and the untouched U.S. Forest Service land across the water, you’ll enjoy a peaceful, private retreat from nearly every room.

A Home, Not Just a Rental

This is our personal vacation home, not just another rental—and we’re excited to share it with you! Every season brings something special, and once you visit, you’ll want to come back again and again.

Lake Hiwassee – A Hidden Gem

Nestled in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, Lake Hiwassee is 93% U.S. Forest Service land, making it one of the region's most private and pristine lakes. Known for record-breaking fishing (a state-record 66-pound striped bass was caught here!), this lake is perfect for:
✔ Boating, skiing & wakeboarding
✔ Fishing & canoeing
✔ Kayaking, paddleboarding & rafting

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) controls the lake levels—it’s full in summer and lower in fall, winter, and early spring. No worries! Our dock floats year-round on deep water frontage—it’s just a longer walk when the water is lower.

Your Private Mountain & Lake Getaway

Located in a remote, peaceful setting, yet just 45 minutes from Murphy, NC, this home provides the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience.

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Inside the Home

✔ High-Speed Fiber Optic Internet (even at the dock!)
✔ 4 TVs with Roku streaming
✔ Fireplace in the Great Room
✔ Central Heating & Air Conditioning
✔ Washer/Dryer
✔ Extra Fridge in the Basement
✔ Vaulted Ceilings for an open, airy feel

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Outdoor Features

✔ Private Lakefront Pavilion with power – just for you!
✔ Personal Dock with:
• 3 Kayaks & 1 Canoe
• Paddleboards for kids (x2)
✔ Double Front Porch overlooking the lake
✔ Comfy Outdoor Furniture & Dining Area
✔ Weber Gas Grill
✔ New Steps to the Lake
✔ Wi-Fi Mesh Coverage at the Pavilion

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Bear Paw Resort Amenities (Exclusive for guests!)

✔ Paved Roads (perfect for biking, walking & scooters – 28 miles of roads are inside Bear Paw!)
✔ Outdoor Pool (open in summer)
✔ Covered Basketball Court & Tennis Courts
✔ Boat Ramp & Marina (rent boats & grab supplies!)
✔ Playground & Picnic Area
✔ Fishing Pond for Kids
✔ 24/7 Guard Gate for Security
✔ Live Concerts & Community Events

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Unplug, Recharge & Make Lasting Memories

Whether you’re looking for adventure on the water, peaceful mountain solitude, or quality family time, our lakefront home has it all.

Book your stay today and experience the magic of Lake Hiwassee!

Property manager

Jessica and John
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed inside but can outside :)

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 Murphy, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rolling Thunder River Company and Ocoee Adventure Center. Raft One and Tank Town USA are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mountain View Marina - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Apalachia Lake - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fields of the Wood Bible Park - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 37 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WagonMaster Adventure Ranch - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪G's Gas & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kerns Bread Co. - ‬47 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT Dock Holiday - Hiwassee Lakefront home with Resort Activities! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest, Hiwassee Lake and Hiwassee River. Mountain View Marina and Apalachia Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed the house and the owners were very responsive. The views were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Banner T.

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

Wonderful weekend

It was an amazing house with a wonderful view and plenty of things to do. We had a wonderful weekend and highly recommend staying here. Very reasonably priced and easy to get in touch with the owners. They seem very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Family Christmas

We had a great time with our family celebrating Christmas at Hiwassee Lake. This property fit all of our needs and was so perfect. Looking forward to a visit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan N.

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

THE BEST

WE LOVED our short weekend here and have plans to come back. The host and views were the best part!! We spent most of our time on the porch!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Long weekend family getaway

What a wonderful stay at Jessica's lake house. The house was clean and had almost everything we needed. The lake view was beautiful and just a short walk down the back stairs outside. The rooms were comfortable and there was plenty of space for the 4 of us. Just be sure to bring any groceries/food you need as the nearest grocery store is more than 30 min away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Family vacation

This was our second year at Dock holiday! Our whole family gathered and we loved it . Swimming,boating and dinners on the deck. It’s a very special place
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MINDY M.

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

McCallum Family Christmas

We had a great time. Very nice house and we had plenty of room for our family of 9.. it was a long walk down to the water but the kids didn’t mind. The adults just stayed on the porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

First family vacation!

This was the best vacation ever. The kids love it and what to come back every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Unforgettable Trip

The house was more amazing then we could have imagined. We loved everything about it. The lake was beautiful. We made so many memories and hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

Wonderful property

Beautiful location, house was everything we needed very well stocked with bedding, towels, kitchenware. we had 7 adults and 4 children from 8mo to 8yrs and the house was perfect for all. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David O., Sarasota, FL

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

Wonderful lake location with easy access to town or marina

Loved the balcony views! The grill was effortless and clean. We used the house as a base for exploring the area, so we were mostly out sightseeing during the day. We were amazed at the lack of mosquitos on the open deck--not one!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R., Yanceyville

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

Home away from home

This home is beautiful and had a lot of love and thought in making you feel welcome! Bring your food and no need to ever leave. This home would be great for anytime of the year ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob and Erin W., Sarasota, FL

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

Family Reunion

We rented this house with another for our family reunion and it was perfect. The lake is gorgeous and the house was very comfortable. We rented a boat and spent all day on the lake. Our entire family agreed it was the best reunion spot yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

jennifer u.

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

Well stocked lake house

This lakefront house is well stocked and was the perfect getaway for our family of 5. Ample room for all to spread out. We enjoyed all of the water toys at the dock. Could easily accommodate two families.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie R.

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

Perfect Lake house

This was our 2nd stay in Bear Paw, but our 1st in the Dock Holiday home. It was amazing being right on the water, where we spent most of our time fishing and jumping off the dock. Make sure you have EVERYTHING before you head down to the water, because walking up the stairs was rough haha. The hosts were great with communication!! Plenty of space for the 6 adults and 3 kids. Sitting on the deck watching boats go by while grilling was amazing & relaxing. We rented a boat from the marina, went gem mining, visited Field of the Woods, & fished a lot at the Hiwassee damn. We will be returning to this beautiful Lakehouse!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Outstanding property!

I rent on VRBO regular and own two rental properties myself. This home is VERY well kept. Owners must have used an interior decorator - it is that nice! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Misty J.

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

Unplugged

We had a wonderful stay at dock holiday. The house was clean and well equipped. The lake was calm and beautiful. Owners and the guards were very helpful and informative.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Stephanie P.

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

Loved the house and location

Overall this is a great place I give it a 9.5 out of 10 only thing it’s missing is a hot tub house and lake are beautiful I don’t suggest someone who has trouble walking going to the deck it’s a hike lol but we loved the house the walk to the lake was a reminder that we aren’t 20 anymore since we are all late 30s into early 40s with teenage kids but everyone had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

anne marie o.

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

Absolutely stunning!

We decided to travel from New Hampshire to North Carolina to visit friends and rented this Lakehouse. The house was absolutely stunning, well appointed, clean and had plenty of space to have our friends over for dinner and to visit. They did not stay overnight due to children in school and their schedules, however the house would’ve been plenty big enough if they had decided to stay. We enjoyed canoeing and kayaking. We even caught some fish. The weather was absolutely beautiful and we were able to go swimming and enjoy the sunshine. The 110 steps down to the water is easy, it’s 110 steps up to the house that remind me, I need to get back to the gym. Lol. The hosts were very responsive when booking and I have no doubt if we had any issues they would’ve been responsive. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at DockHolliday.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

What a beautiful home with gorgeous lake views!

We had such a wonderful time here! 9 family members from Asheville, NC and Florida. Plenty of room for all of us and room to spare. Breathtaking lake views from almost every room. The dock is just steps away and stocked with kayaks, canoe and paddle-boat, and we enjoyed boating and swimming off the dock. The marina is very close, and we rented a pontoon boat one day and had fun tubing and exploring the beautiful lake. House is thoughtfully stocked with all the amenities, and we enjoyed playing the various board games there on a rainy afternoon. Beautifully decorated, it truly felt like home for our stay there. The absolute only negative about our stay was the phone reception and Wifi could be a little spotty at times, but it gave our kids a chance to disconnect from their devices from time to time. We truly enjoyed our stay here, and look forward to coming back to this magical place! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Florida

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

Perfect Vacation

We had such a great time at Dock holiday!!! We had 4 adults and 6 children in our group. The house was beautiful. The kids were very excited when they found the bunk room downstairs. When we weren’t at the lake, that’s where they spent all of their time. We liked that they had Dish network so we could pop on a movie for the kids after a long day. The upstairs rooms were nicely furnished. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. We put in a Walmart curbside pickup at the closest Walmart so we had groceries for the week. This was the perfect house to stay at during a pandemic because we didn’t need to leave. The adults were able to sit on the deck and eat dinner while enjoying the amazing views. The views...... they were amazing! The pictures don’t do it justice! Getting to the dock is a hike in itself. We were worried about the kids but they managed it. We spent most of our days down on the water. They had plenty of boating equipment, floats(electric air pump attached to pavilion), noodles, fishing poles, etc. The house did have WiFi. It’s still hard to get another type of service or signal but that’s to be expected in the mountains. I just can’t explain enough how much we loved Dock Holiday. It was the perfect spot for us. We hope we get to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhea W.

Peaceful Retreat- a true gem

Our vacation at Dock Holiday has been one of our absolute favorites. It is by far the BEST VRBO we have ever stayed at! The home was immaculately clean. The decor was welcoming and SO beautiful. I didn't feel like I was staying in a rental with cheap yard sale and dollar tree supplies, it truly felt like a well thought out, beautifully created home. Everything you will need for a wonderful vacation is provided. From extra pillows, blankets, games, life jackets, to kitchen supplies, to little details like sound machines in the rooms. I normally bring along extra pots and pans and cookware to VRBO homes. ( We have a large family and we always have to have extra supplies) It wasn't needed at Dock Holiday. Jessica has thought of EVERYTHING. We were able to make lovely meals and had more than enough cookware and dishes for our family. Jessica is very easy to work with and prompt in responding. We had minor issues with the air the first day we arrived. Jessica quickly responded and had it repaired immediately. Our favorite part of the vacation was the access to the water. We spent a lot of our time on the water kayaking, canoeing, swimming from the dock, and fishing. From life jackets, floats, pool noodles to kayaks, everything you need for a fun time on the water is supplied. Overall, Dock Holiday is a home that makes you feel like you can truly rest. Leave your worries at home and relax. We will definitely be making a trip back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bart Z.

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

Great stay

Beautiful views. Room for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli V., South Carolina

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

Amazing

Jessica was so nice and informative, our check in was a breeze. Beautiful place, will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sarah c.

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

Fantastic Property

I can not rate this rental high enough. It is exceptional. Very clean and updated. Clear beautiful water access. Everything you need for a great stay is there. The beds are also incredibly comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jessica and John

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Our family lives here locally in the area and we absolutely love it! Jessica was born and raised right here in Murphy.

Why they chose this property

We bought our lakehouse as a getaway home for us and also want to be able to share it with you when we aren’t able to use it. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

It’s such a cute, cozy home with incredible forest, lake and Mountain Views from every level. Bear Paw is a safe place to take your family; you’re away from it all. You’ll feel totally safe letting your kids ride bikes or walk anywhere around to the pond, pool, tennis courts, and more. It’ll absolutely create everlasting memories!

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