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Escape to Lakefront Life retreat, a secluded 2576 sq/ft home with lakefront views and mountain vistas. Unwind in the game room with an air hockey table, video games, or ping pong table. With paddle boards and kayaks at your disposal, enjoy water activities on beautiful Lake Hiwassee.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8239 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet

  • From the moment you pull down the secluded driveway you can spread out and enjoy this 2576 sq/ft home. 3 Huge bedrooms, 4 bathrooms plus game room and all lakefront. Double master suites! Bring your boat or just take a swim and enjoy the mountain and water view. Home also offers a Private Garage Space as well as ample parking. The home has everything you could need so bring your family and start building memories that will last a lifetime. We have floats for the lake as well as two paddle boards for SUP lovers and two Kayaks

    Our home has a fully stocked kitchen fresh herbs growing outside. Choose between the Ducane stainless steel gas grill or wood firepit with a cooking grate for those who choose a real wood grilled meal... or a perfect place for making s'mores.

    Enjoy outdoor dining or a glass of wine on one of the huge deck spaces overlooking beautiful Lake Hiwassee. Tranquility awaits you at Lakefront Life retreat!
    Our game room has and Air Hockey table, video games, pin ball machine,dart board and plenty of board and card games as well as TV's with ROKU. Wifi password provided.
    We also have a ping pong table and fishing poles located in the garage for your use.

    Takea walk for exercise on the rolling hills! We have plenty of parking including two spaces at the top of the driveway.

    Other things to note:
    Enjoy the mountain view marina in the Bear Paw community and rent a pontoon boat to enjoy Lake Hiwassee.

    Even if you do not rent a boat, make a visit to the marina and enjoy the beautiful gift shop or pick up a snack or ice cream cone.
    Our House Manager will be sure to make your stay EXTRA special offering lake tours and evening cocktail cruises. If you need concierge service to bring you a boat or pick up your groceries for the week just give him the shopping list and you will have a stocked refrigerator upon your arrival! (additional fees)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only allowed outside of house.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

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: 2,576 square feet

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Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Smoking inside home strictly Prohibited will cause forfeit our deposit.
all trash and food must be taken with you upon departure

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only allowed outside of house.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Murphy, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rolling Thunder River Company and Ocoee Adventure Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Raft One, or check out an event or a game at Hugh Hamilton Stadium. Visit our Murphy travel guide
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NC, Murphy

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake, Murphy NC
    Hiwassee Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • a metal and wooden rust colored bridge over a lake surrounded by lake water, green grass and lush green trees with powerful clouds and red sky at sunset at Murphey Candler Park in Atlanta Georgia USA
    Murphy River Walk
    33 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Zhinvali Reservoir, Georgia
    Blue Ridge Lake
    44 min drive - 64.3 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    49 min drive - 68.8 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    38 min drive - 50.7 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kerns Bread Co.
    48 min drive
  • Krystal
    33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet located?

This family-friendly Murphy vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Nantahala National Forest, Hiwassee Lake, and Hiwassee River. Mountain View Marina and Apalachia Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Lakefront Home in Gated Bear Paw with private Dock and Starlink Internet Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing home on the lake in Bear Paw! We had the best time & the home was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in a lovely home. Felt very welcomed and comfortable. Had all the amenities and didn’t lack any supplies or extras. Loved that everything was provided and taken care. The house was very well laid out and loved the lake and Mountain Views. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Thanksgiving

Wonderful stay. The property manager was very easy to communicate with and we really enjoyed all the games and water toys.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Most amazing stay!

There isn’t anything I would want different except to have been able to stay longer. Bruce is great as well as the great couple that takes care of the property. Bear Paw is a wonderful community. The home is stocked perfectly and is perfectly located in a cove with other homes around. So you aren’t isolated but not in the middle of things. The property has something for everyone. Lake Hiwassee is beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Long Weekend Away

This clean, well-stocked, spacious and comfortable 3-bedroom home offers a lot to keep everyone entertained. Our grown kids enjoyed fishing, sun bathing, kayaking, and swimming in the cove where the home is located. The mountain-lake scenery was absolutely gorgeous and Lake Hiwassee was very quiet and peaceful the first week of August. I hope our family can return soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Beyond expectations

We had an amazing visit to Bear Paw! This home has ALL the amenities. The lake was perfect! We had so much fun kayaking, swimming, and fishing. Went to town and wached a movie at a cool little theatre and won a little money at the casino. Bruce was terrific! The driveway was something else but we made it! Absolutely tecommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Lovely lake side home

This beautiful lakefront home was wonderful for our family getaway. It was clean and spacious with a kitchen stocked with everything we needed. The game room was a bonus to have when it rained one afternoon! The beds were comfortable. Like many lakeside/mountain homes, there are stairs to consider. We enjoyed the seclusion of the home’s location, as the dock is in a cove with very little boat traffic. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board. We also caught a lot of fish from the dock. Bruce was great to contact us prior to our arrival to give us a rundown on the property ins and outs. He was also quick to respond to my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful view and perfect for two families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

We loved our stay!

This is a beautiful property. We loved our time here. Bruce was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina T.

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

Wonderful Stay

My parents built this home and Mom was so happy to see it again! It was very clean and had everything we needed. Everyone agreed beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was perfect size and well stocked. The view with our morning coffee will be missed! Bruce was very friendly and helpful. We want to come back later in the summer and in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

4 day stay

Great place, excellent location in a cove off the main body. Plenty of water toys at the dock. Just a note, the dock is 124 steps below the house so prepare yourself for a workout each day. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jadi V.

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

Great Trip!

We had such a great family vacation this past weekend! This property was perfect! It has such great frontage on Lake Hiwassee, has plenty of space, is very welcoming, and well stocked with dishes and towels. Bruce, the property manager, was very communicative, supportive, and kind. We highly recommend this property!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Great post Christmas vacation

Beautiful home. Great location. Plenty to entertain kids and teens. Gorgeous view of the lake. Bruce is one of the best property managers we have encountered. Top notch!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Christmas break

The house was awesome. The description on the website was accurate. The only downside is the distance from Murphy and the access road. The road was a bit narrow and winding. I would recommend this house!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Warm and Cozy

This was a last minute reservation to attend a family funeral. Although a sad time for our family your home provided a warm and cozy space for us to be together and share memories. The only thing I would add is providing a warning about the steep driveway. We arrived at night and it was quite the surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Willie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Time

We very impressed with the condition of the house. Bruce the Manager was very helpful. The only draw backs was it stated there were beach chairs and towels. We could only find 3 towels and NO beach chairs. The water level was down and dropped daily so getting to the dock was very tiring but overall would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Great stay at the lake!

Can’t say enough about how great this house was for our Thanksgiving stay! The house is in a fairly remote area and was exactly what we were looking for to safely escape the city. The house was very clean, extremely comfortable and relaxing. The kitchen is well equipped and bedding's were plush and high quality. Lots of nice, extra touches throughout the house that really enhance a guests experience (well done and thank you). We had our two young kids with us and they loved the games in the house, exploring the lake/dock area and fishing. The driveway is quite steep but very manageable for us even without four wheel drive. Bruce, the house manager, could not have been more helpful and accommodating both leading up to our trip and during! If there’s anything any renter could think of needing while at the house, we have no doubt he would help accommodate. We look forward to returning and seeing the house and lake this summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Erin H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property was well located and felt safe from a neighborhood perspective. Beyond that, we were disappointed. The stove top did not work, which forced us to use the grill as a stove top, knowing that we were responsible for along sure the propane was available for the grill. There were not enough towels to support the number of guests we had. The property was not particularly clean. There was pet hair embedded in the floor of the screened in porch as well as the area rug beneath the dining table. Even though it was stated there were no pets allowed. There was a large sectional sofa featured in the photos that was no where to be found when we checked in, therefore there was not a common space large enough for all of us to congregate other than the dining table. The kitchen had no pot holders or kitchen towels. The steps are safety hazards as the visually meld together and are different rises. The light was also out above one of the staircases. The ceiling fan cut into the plane above the top bunk bed, so it could not be on while the bed was in use and was still a safety hazard even when off due to its location. There’s very few lamps so most of the lighting is every bright overhead lighting, or nothing. There were cobwebs in almost every nook and corner.When noting the stove to the owner, we were offered a free additional night. So, stay an extra night. That was not an option for us. We were not offered any other options to compensate us for the lack of a stove top.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeAndra H.

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

Everything taken care of

Provisions were beyond our past experiences of home rentals- ample supplies and linens. Cleanliness was top-notch. The only thing not expected was the lake was drained substantially due to demands of the dam/river system. The host was also super prompt on the couple calls made regarding internet, gas pilot and hot water. No impact to our stay. It is a beautiful house inside and out. The kids enjoyed the air hockey downstairs as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Y.

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

Perfect, relaxing Family getaway!

The house was perfect and just as advertised and what other reviewers have said. Lake Hiwassee is so beautiful! Our family of five really enjoyed a very relaxing time at the home cooking, eating out on the deck, playing in the game room and lots of time on the lake. We rented a boat for a half day, took a sunset cruise with Bruce and went kayaking and paddleboarding -- was absolute heaven! Bruce is a delight to work with as many have mentioned in other reviews -- so easy to communicate with. My only caution, though not necessarily a negative, is they are not joking about there not being a phone signal and limited wifi, and that the property is very remote. It is truly a 45+ minute drive to any real food/restaurant/takeout, etc. But, if you are looking to really unplug and hang at the property the whole time, it is ideal. Just be sure to prepare on the way in and get more groceries than you think you will need. :) We loved our time here and made some wonderful memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pat D.

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

Fantastic vacation at the lake!

Bruce makes the process easy. This is our second time renting this wonderful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachery P.

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

Beautiful area to get away and relax!

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed this property! It has everything you need except cellphone service, which was great to get unplug! You didn't need a phone with all the activities the property has from kayaking, paddle boards, to the game room. Bruce was very helpful with the check in process and info of the area. We rented a pontoon from the Mountain View Marina and enjoyed a day on the lake for a very reasonable price. Murphy is a nice area to get out and about and explore with the family. If you are wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday routines, I highly recommend this area!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kody & Meghan S.

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

Really fun lake getaway! Loads to do for the entire family!

This place was perfect for our family (kids age 4-11). Lots of space and plenty to do for everyone. Between lake activities, game room, ping pong, fire pit, and the grill, there was always something for each of us to do throughout the day. The water was low and too cold to swim this time of year and we didn't have much success fishing, but we still enjoyed getting out on the water multiple times every day in the canoe, paddle boat, and kayaks provided. I'd recommend getting another double paddle for the other kayaks. We managed it fine, but the stairs up and down were long, so something to consider for those that struggle climbing 100+ steps. I was pleasantly surprised by how CLEAN the house was! No dusty corners, no grungy couches, no gross bathrooms... we felt right at home and totally comfortable from the moment we walked in the door. Also, Bruce was great to work with and extremely accommodating. We already are planning on coming back later in the summer to see what it's like in the heat!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Nice place

We are enjoying our stay in this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carl e.

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

Doesn't get any better than this!

A lot of stairs so come prepared to get some exercise! The house is perfect and the lake is also! Nothing better than this relaxing time on the lake. Property manager Bruce was amazing and helped us with anything that came up.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021