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The lake is great and view is spectacular

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Exterior
Pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 106800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check-in time

5:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Murphy, NC
  • Popular LocationHiwassee Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMountain View Marina4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFields of the Wood Bible Park12 min drive
  • AirportChattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)109 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The lake is great and view is spectacular

Come enjoy the lake, stay in a very spacious 4 bedroom home. View of lake from most every room in house. Easy access to lake and private double slip dock from property. So bring your own boat or just swim and fish form dock. This place has everything you need, plenty of room for family to stretch out and have their own space. Play some pool in game room or take in the view from one of the private decks. parking is not a problem plenty of space with large garage. This area is gated and secure with community pool and tennis court, lot to enjoy and build memories.

Property manager

Bruce Roydes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 6,800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Is Great Is Spectacular
The lake is great and view is spectacular Murphy
The lake is great and view is spectacular Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this vacation home is in the mountains 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.

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 1 min walk
  • Mountain View Marina - 4 min drive
  • Fields of the Wood Bible Park - 12 min drive
  • Murphy River Walk - 34 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WagonMaster Adventure Ranch - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪G's Gas & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kerns Bread Co. - ‬47 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The lake is great and view is spectacular pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The lake is great and view is spectacular?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The lake is great and view is spectacular?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The lake is great and view is spectacular located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest, Hiwassee Lake, and Hiwassee River. Mountain View Marina and Apalachia Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
Awesome property. Lots of space, with plenty of room for adults to relax and play games, while having lots of space for babies and toddlers to nap uninterrupted. Great to have a dock on property. Property manager was super easy to get a hold of.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Prefect Family Retreat
From the moment we booked our stay with Bruce we were well taken care of. We had a family of 12 coming from TX, FL, and NC all at different times of the day and he made it very easy to access the property given our different timelines. The property was located in a gated community and the house itself was beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed for our extended weekend. The kitchen had essentials for cooking and cleaning, the bathrooms had plenty of towels and linens made available plus a nice laundry room for doing the laundry. The three car garage became really helpful due to the rain we had a couple of the days. The dumbwaiter pulley system made moving groceries and essentials from the garage up to the kitchen very easy and convenient. Views of the lake from every floor were stunning with plenty of balcony and porch sitting available for viewing the beauty of the lake. Instructions on how to leave the house linens and clean up during checkout was easy and helpful. Bruce was very accommodating with our departure time and very helpful by offering added services and recommendations for our stay. I would certainly stay here again. Our family made great memories this past weekend to cherish forever.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mak Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Awesome place to be if you like the outdoors. The house had plenty of room and lake access was easy. Bruce was awseome as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH A.

Liked: Cleanliness
White Christmas!
It was freezing cold & the sun was setting on Christmas Eve as we arrived. The house was toasty warm & all lit up, including the Christmas tree. Thank you, Bruce! The house is spacious yet has a cozy feel. Unbelievable lake views from every room. The bird feeders were full & we spent hours just watching them fly about against the still quiet of the winter lake. Some of our group did a few day trips but most of our 8 days were filled with cooking big family meals, movies, games & enjoying the quiet. Our group spanned 3 generations of strong personalities & the house had lots of space & places to go & be alone but also great spaces where everyone could congregate, comfortably to play a game or share a big meal. This is the place to go with a good book & your EarPods. Must be great in the summer!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to celebrate Thanksgiving!
We selected this location because it was the midpoint between Alabama and North Carolina. We selected the house for its great views and large kitchen. Really enjoyed the fireplace and pool table too! It is a bit of a drive to a nearby town, so plan to bring everything to avoid that driving time. Had great family time, loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A must stay location
This location was absolutely amazing, very accommodating to large gatherings. Upon getting to the location is a nice beautiful scenic drive about 35 mins from downtown Murphy. The house is very well kept given a mountain lake home that is rented often. I would highly recommend staying, Bruce was very easy to communicate with. Thanks for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Summer Family Vacation
Four parents, five kids, and six days on the lake was vacation perfection! The house was great - having two master bedrooms was terrific and we also loved the ample dining, living and kitchen spaces. Perks like a pool table and a separate ice machine were a bonus and the kitchen was well stocked. A highlight of the trip was a day on the water with host Bruce as our Captain on his gorgeous pontoon boat. Lake Hiwassee stole our hearts!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Orange City, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
We love it here!
Such an amazing place to relax and unwind! We enjoy bringing our Waverunners to the lake here… it’s so beautiful. The house has plenty of space for everyone to spread out and it’s super comfortable. Looking forward to another trip back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C., Chattanooga, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
What a Father’s Day Gift…
We decided to take a last minute trip to Bear Paw on the Thursday before Father’s Day. We made the reservation on Thursday afternoon…Bruce confirmed all the details immediately and we were in the house by Friday evening for a three-night stay. The house is amazing…spacious, clean, well-appointed and in the perfect location on the lake. Huge living room, great kitchen, plenty of bedrooms and high quality furniture/bedding. 100% top notch. The dock is great for sunning, swimming, or boarding boats/jet skis. Maybe the best VRBO we have ever rented anywhere for a family get together. The lake itself is gorgeous and this house is the perfect home base to create lasting memories. Thank you, Bruce…we hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bill M.

Bearadise
Great spot for a family reunion. Spacious living areas, nice bedrooms. Peaceful, beautiful, glorious lake.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent view and great place to stay
My family and I visited Bear Paw from Yulee, FL during the last week of December. The house was very clean and spacious. It definitely met our expectations and we enjoyed the scenery as well as the casino and shops. Bruce was very helpful with any issues that may have came up during our stay. We would definitely come back and visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Christmas getaway!
We stayed in this beautiful home for Christmas with our family. It was large, spacious, and plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have some fun or relax. Beautiful view from the many porches. The property manager was very responsive to any questions we had. The house was located quite a ways out of town which was hard to tell from the listing prior to booking. We had a great time though, we took our golf cart with us and enjoyed riding around the mountains. The whole family had a blast and we would definitely return! BEAUTIFUL home! They owners even had it beautifully decorated for Christmas for us. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best thanksgiving ever
Lots of room , perfect for big family, not much parking but so worth it , the views , very nice and clean , just what we needed ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deede F., Yulee, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fabulous time, the house was huge and amazing, our host Bruce was perfect!
The house was clean, well equipped in a beautiful community. We elected to rent a golf cart and go on the evening boat cruise on the lake that Bruce does and it was worth every penny. We enjoyed our stay and will be back. Mark, Deede, Mark and Rita
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Getaway
Great place. Kids love the pool tabke
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holli G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We have been coming to Bearpaw for years, we needed some extra space for a work gathering. This home was beautiful with plenty of room for all! It was everything advertised. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Orange City, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Vacation
We really enjoyed our time at the lake! The dock was great for our Wave-runners, and it was fun to jump off of the top. Plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the peace and beauty of the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Multiple extra amenities!
Great communication by property manager! Lots of space. The steps to the water - I counted 94. They’re not for the faint at heart. The dock has an upgrade - there’s a platform addition not shown in pics. Was wonderful to put chairs on and relax. Also - bedroom 4 pic not accurate- it’s better - it has 2 queen beds in a large, plenty of space, room. Making the count 2 king and 3 queen (not 2 as listed) which was an awesome surprise even though there was only 5 of us. There’s also a foosball table in the garage (didn’t use but wanted to mention if you have kids) We originally rented a boat from a marina we googled that was an hour way. We ended up at the marina we didn’t even have to leave the development to get to. 5 min drive. They were very accommodating and easy to work with. Good size shop for souvenirs too considering any shopping truly is 40 min away. Bruce recommended going into the town of Blue Ridge. Awesome suggestion- lots of little shops and easy to walk around (like Helen but less busy) I googled “Main Street “ for an address and it took us right there. Gave the kids just enough “city stimulation” before heading back to the peacefulness of the lake house. There was a kayak there for use not listed - a super surprise even though we didn’t use it. Lake is clean and you won’t regret the memories you’ll make there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and luxurious
Our family stayed at this home for 1 week. The lake was clean to swim in and the home was very accommodating. The bar on the middle floor was equipped with a fridge and ice maker . Bedrooms were large with a bathroom for each one, even the downstairs. Bruce was helpful in renting a golf cart to get around the complex, less stress on your vehicle going up and down hills. We would stay here again. Excellent home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob and Erin W., Sarasota, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We rented this house with another for a family reunion and this was the perfect gathering spot. The rooms are very large, allowing us to gather comfortably. The lake is beautiful and the two story dock is perfect for kids to jump into the lake. Our entire family agreed this was the best spot so far!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with beautiful view
Wonderful house with beautiful view of the lake. Bruce made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Loved the house, loved the location, Bruce is the man and was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We were two families renting this house With 4 adults and 6 kids (ages 10-17). The house had plenty of space and was very well equipped. The Property manager Bruce was informative and had excellent communication with us. A few things worth mentioning...the home is located about 45 minutes from nearest large grocery store. We did one big shop for our stay and utilized the well stocked kitchen. There didn’t seem to be much around as far as restaurants. The house had Two master suites on top floor and queen room on second. Also The pool table and foosball table on second floor were HUGE hits for us. The bunk room had a queen bed as well as a twin over full bunk. It was on the bottom floor which wasn’t a problem for us (our boys loved it) but if you have small kids it would be good to know. All beds and linens were comfortable and washer/dryer was very nice to use. Also important to know there are a lot of steps inside and outside the home. Not a problem for our family at all but little ones would need to be watched. We really enjoyed the ample rockers and chairs on all the balconies, and fishing off the floating dock. I’m looking forward to trying to come back in the summer to use the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula F., Miami,FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house!
The house is incredible, a beautiful place, super comfortable and cozy. We used the house for 15 days, we were two families with 3 and 2 teenagers each. The pictures of the house do not reflect how nice, big and comfortable it is. We really enjoyed each of its corners, the living room with its fireplace, the playroom, the kitchen (super well equipped). Bruce was the best, always making sure we were okay. I recommend this house for families, it is the best! We really look forward to rent this place again next summer.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!
We enjoyed staying here for our annual Thanksgiving vacation. The house was clean, spacious and comfortable. Bruce was very helpful with any issues we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020