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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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3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 70 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

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 manager

Tim & Tara Noland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1 sq ft (0 sq m)

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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

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • John C. Campbell Folk School - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 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?

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).

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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