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

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Game room
Escape to the peaceful foothills of the Smoky Mountains at Babblebrook Lodge. Relax in a light-and-bright home with an all-wood interior, vaulted ceiling great room, and cozy natural stone fireplace that brings warmth on chilly evenings.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

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 amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby

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

  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2 dogs max no larger than 40 pounds each; No cats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

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 fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee River - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • John C. Campbell Folk School - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Murphy River Walk - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 14 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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?

Check-out 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 from Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee River. John C. Campbell Folk School and Clay's Corner are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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