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Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Hiwassee River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • John C. Campbell Folk School
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino

Welcome to Babblebrook Lodge, expertly management by Great Mountain Cabin Rentals in Murphy NC.This is a lovely, peaceful log cabin in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. It has 3 full bathrooms and 3 bedrooms, as well as a futon that can sleep 1 more. 2 bedrooms and bathrooms are on the first floor you enter from the driveway, only climbing 5 steps.

The light-and-bright home has an all wood interior and exterior with a vaulted ceiling great room, and a small but nice mountain view visible from the decks and one of the bedrooms. You gaze at the mountain from the guest bedroom window throughout the spring and summer. If it's cold, just click the remote and the natural stone fireplace springs to life with warmth and a dancing light to cozy up to.
The ground floor (wood walls, tile floor) has a large game room with an air hockey table, a pool table, and a pacman machine. A bedroom, bathroom, and spare room with futon here have so much privacy that they can feel like they have their own place. This floor is built into the side of the hill making it always cool in the summer. There is a workstation here which you can place in front of the large window--listen to the brook and birds singing while you work, watch the birds flock to the bird feeder just outside during mini-breaks.

But don't spend all of your time inside! The house has 2 large decks, one of which is partially screened, with a total of 6 chairs and a triple swing. 2 of the chairs in the screened-in area are top-quality gliders.
And then there's the best feature of the property: the backyard! I have put extensive work into it, installing stone steps leading to two separate stone seating areas with top quality, very comfortable seats (one is a triple glider bench), 2 hammocks, and 2 fire pits. These sit beside the mesmerizing stream running through the property (which you can also hear burbling from the deck). Make a fire in the natural rock fire pit in the secluded sitting area by the bend in the stream, toast marshmallows and listen to the crackling of the fire harmonize with the brook's tiny waterfall, or take the most restful nap of your life in the hammocks there.

I have planted fig, apple, chestnut, and peach trees, and blueberry bushes, while muscadine grape vines and blackberry bushes grow up an enormous tree. Pick any fruit that's ready!

The cabin has a large, paved driveway with automatic lights, excellent cell reception (at least for Verizon), and blazingly fast wifi (over 100 Mbps) that reaches all the way down to the stream. Do your work in the hammock, surf the web in the seating areas, or livestream by the real stream to make your friends jealous!

This is a pet friendly cabin and there is a $50 pet fee that will be added to your stay if you bring a pet. Please let us know your intention on bringing a pet in advanced.

You will be required to sign a contract and provide a copy of your drivers license.

About the Neighborhood:
The cabin lies nestled in Nantahala National Forest in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. It is an excellent base for day-trips. Many quaint and lovely towns are in the area (Blue Ridge, GA is only 30 minutes away) and 3 wonderful cities are within a 2 hour drive: Atlanta, GA; Asheville, NC; and Chattanooga, TN. There are more opportunities to hike, kayak, or tube than you could do in a month. The Hiwassee River runs through the neighborhood, making fishing, tubing, or kayaking a snap. A fairly easy nature trail runs along the river, canopied by trees, just a 5 minute walk from the cabin's front door.
The neighborhood, Highland Creek, has all paved, easy to drive roads and a pavilion on the Hiwassee River which you are welcome to use as the river access point. Lowe's, Walmart, and Ingles supermarket are all within a 10 minute drive.

*Any stays over 28 days will incur additional cleaning fees.

Property manager

Tim & Tara Noland
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 dogs max no larger than 40 pounds each; No cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Clay's Corner and Valley River Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Murphy Trussel and Cherokee Homestead Exhibit. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • John C. Campbell Folk School - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Hiwassee Lake - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country Murphy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to the river or stay at the cabin w/ great outdoor space. Close to the Folk School & Casino located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee River. John C. Campbell Folk School and Clay's Corner are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

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

Family getaway

The cabin and property is enchanting. Perfectly anointed and comfortable to just stay inside. The weather was unexpectedly freezing, but the host was so gracious to allow us to extend our departure time to troubleshoot what to do when the roads closed on our day to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonie S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice and quiet

We were pleased with our stay overall, the cabin and the area was nice and quiet. Loved the game room for the kids! We were able to watch deer cross the backyard at the creek. The bed in the master bedroom was one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in. My only complaint is the lack of communication with the property manager prior to arriving. I reached out several times with questions and was only answered once.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Great getaway

Wonderful stay at the cabin with family for Christmas! We appreciated the Christmas tree to set the festive mood and the cabin was great! Dog friendly and beds provided for them too! We Loved the outdoor furniture, screened porch and relaxing views. Great birding, on the warmer winter days, saw deer walking through daily as well. Well stocked kitchen with pots, pans and everything we needed to cook Christmas dinner! Plenty of space for three couples as well! Great communication as well, no issues at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Fantastic Thanksgiving Weekend in Murphy NC

We had a fantastic time at this cabin and in Murphy NC! The cabin is a very short walk to the Hiawassee river's edge and also the neighborhood lodge and river access point. Lots of amenities, two fire pits, a screened in back porch and gas fireplace in the living room. The cabin just felt like home. We hated to have to leave. We will definitely be back one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

We loved it!

The cabin was absolutely beautiful and we had everything we needed. The bedrooms were cute and comfortable. Our favorite part was getting to roast hot dogs and marshmallows in the fire pit! 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ T.

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

Fantastic home, great neighborhood, close to lots!

We rented this home for two weeks to stay while on a work rotation, coincidentally during the largest hurricane to ever hit the region. Thank heaven there was no damage in the local area, but the host did an excellent job of checking on us before and after the storm to make sure we were ok and had all we needed. Home was super clean and well cared-for. They allow pets, but the ONLY evidence of such were the provided dog beds- the place wasn’t at all torn up or stinky. We will definitely return if work again has us down there!!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Beautiful setting

Beautiful setting with large outdoor area to enjoy. We enjoyed the frequent visits of deer on the property. The large screened in deck was great to enjoy outdoor cooking or relaxing evenings. We had our grandkids stay and the game room was a big hit with them when we had some rainy days. Excellent location with easy access.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S.

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

Great house and location

Great house with a lot of amenities. Great location. Clean on the inside. Had toiletries, towels, sheets, blankets. Ceiling fans, baday, games. Only issues was no cabinet space for your incoming food and internet would cut out some. 9.5/10 star review. Would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Folk School Trip

We enjoyed our stay. The house worked perfectly with 3 bedrooms/3 baths for 3 couples on a Folk School trip. Only suggestion we would have is to have warmer light bulbs in the kitchen/family room area or more individual lights. We found it hard to strike a balance of comfortable lighting for aging eyes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

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

Great Pet friendly cabin

Super close to town and in a great neighborhood, this cabin is well appointed and has everything you’d need for a stay. The basement gaming area is a great distraction and the beautiful back yard is great. It was a bit too cold for us to enjoy it, but will def be back in summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

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

Serene and idylic

We really enjoyed our stay. Sitting on the deck, watching the babbling brook and all the wildlife was so relaxing (the deer and bunny all but never left the property). Cabin is beautiful all pine with matching furniture. Enough games and activities to last a month. Murphy was great too with it's many good restaurants, art scene, antiquing with plenty of parking and very uncrowded. Definitely would come stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ana h.

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

just the perfect place

clean, entertaining, inviting, cozy, that is how i would describe this place. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim & Tara Noland

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