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The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to this secluded cabin on the Nottely River, where you can unwind with spectacular views of the Nantahala National Forest and river. Enjoy evenings by a campfire, test your fishing skills in the river, or explore nearby activities like golfing, canoeing and hiking trails. The wrap-around screened porch offers beautiful views while French doors in the master bedroom bring relaxing sounds of the river at night.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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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.

The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.

Situated on the beautiful Nottely River, you will find our cabin a relaxing escape.

It will accommodate 6 guests, but not more than 4 adults (an adult for us is anyone over the age of 16). The rental agreement stipulates the number of guests allowed at the cabin and our policy on pets. During the booking process you will have the option to download the Rental Agreement. Make sure to download it and READ it before finalizing the booking of the cabin.

The cabin offers privacy with spectacular views of the Nantahala National Forest and the river. It is located at the end of the road on the river and abuts the forest. The 2 mile drive back to the cabin through the canopy of trees is something you'll remember and enjoy.

Views from the wrap-around screened porch are beautiful. Open the French doors in the master bedroom for the relaxing sounds of the river at night and great views during the day. Evenings by the campfire can produce some very fun and memorable moments. You can also step off the bank and test your skills in the river that is home to a variety of fish including browns, rainbows and native brookies. You'll be amazed at the pristine setting and you will likely be the only person(s) on the river.

Look through all the photos and also look at the posted video. You'll get a very good idea of what the cabin, river and forest are like.

For those who enjoy a more active vacation, there's golfing, canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, boating, horseback riding, hiking trails, mountain biking trails, and ATV trails, all within a few minutes drive of this quiet retreat on the river. You can put your kayak in up river from the cabin on the 'release' and enjoy a fun 20 minute ride back to the cabin, or just tube the river when not on the release and enjoy an hour and a half ride back to the cabin.

It’s secluded, yet convenient. Although we’re at the 'end of the road', it’s only a short ten to fifteen minute drive to Murphy, the center of everything in this part of Western North Carolina! Located between the Ocoee River in Tennessee, and the Nantahala River in North Carolina where whitewater Olympic contenders have trained. Here you will find a town reminiscent of days gone by with a very walkable main street with enough cafes, restaurants, and shops to keep you interested. Side-by-side flea markets close by on weekends, a flea market in the city on Tuesdays, and even a downtown farmers market on Saturdays. This is just a beautiful area to travel the back roads and create your own adventure!

Drive the Cherohala Skyway (rivals the Blue Ridge Parkway for unobstructed long-range views). Ride the 'Tail of the Dragon' through Deal's Gap. Visit the Joyce Kilmore Memorial Forest or the John Campbell Folk School for classes in folk art, crafts, contra-dancing, blacksmithing, bluegrass music, etc. Or just take a drive through a country-side replete with post card views.

Daytrips: Blue Ridge, Georgia has wonderful downtown shops and you must visit the Toccoa Riverside Restaurant for a wonderful meal.

Ellijay, Georgia - is the Apple Capital of Georgia - travel along Highway 52 to visit apple barns. Close by is Amicalola Falls - 729 feet of waterfalls, the largest east of the Mississippi.

Dahlonega, Georgia - has shopping at its best and home of The Smith House - a family-style restaurant that is awesome!

Cherokee, North Carolina - has the casino and you can trout fish on the Cherokee reservation land for a nominal price.

Asheville, North Carolina - home of The Biltmore House that is a must see!

Bryson City, North Carolina - Make reservations through Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for a beautiful trip along the Nantahala River and visit the River's End Restaurant for great food.

Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee - visit Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, as well as many outlet stores. Gatlinburg has the seven mile loop full of craft stores.


Keywords: Cabin on the river

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

You may take your trash to the recycle center 24/7. If you want our housekeeper to haul it off for you, there is a $20 charge for trash removal.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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 Registration Number PACFT

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Perfect Vacation Cabin Families. Directly River Murphy
Perfect Vacation Cabin Families. Directly River
Perfect Vacation Families. Directly River Murphy
Perfect Vacation Cabin Families. Directly River Murphy
Perfect Vacation Cabin Families. Directly River
Perfect Vacation Families. Directly River Murphy
Perfect Vacation Families. Directly River
The Perfect Vacation Cabin for Families. Directly on the River
The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.
De Perfecte Vakantie Cabine Voor Gezinnen. Direct aan de Rivier

About the neighborhood

Located in Murphy, this cabin is on the waterfront. Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Union Golf Course and Mountain View Marina. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. 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
  • Zhinvali Reservoir, Georgia
    Blue Ridge Lake
    26 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Short 1 hour trip each way in the North Georgia mountains.
    Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    31 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Always picturesque in November✨
    Chatuge Lake
    34 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    20 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
    99 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    15 min drive
  • Buck Bald Brewing
    18 min drive
  • Rib Country BBQ
    12 min drive
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    15 min drive
  • Perrone’s
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river. 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 The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The perfect vacation cabin for families. Directly on the river. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Chattahoochee National Forest and Valley River Arts are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! The river was awesome, although I didn’t have much luck fishing. The kids loved playing in the water. The cabin is beautiful and comfy! The host were super helpful throughout our stay, contacted them multiple times for advice and they promptly responded. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location on the water- it was peaceful and private The cabin was spacious, clean and tastefully decorated. The kitchen was well equipped -we weren't lacking anything we needed. The back and side porches were enjoyable spaces with comfy chairs, a swing, and a picnic table. It was nice to sit out there and enjoy the sound of the.water. My husband caught 5 fish on a fly rod which always makes for a good day for him! We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The proximity to the river is priceless. The outdoor areas, to include a huge screened-in, 2nd floor porch, and fire pit make being outside easy and inviting. VOIP phone fills the need at the cabin when cell service fails. A satellite GPS might be best for navigating more than a few miles from populated areas such as Murphy.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

crazycatwoman j.

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

Right on river, secluded

Dead end Street, extremely quiet,and secluded, kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Great time

Everything was wonder. Absolutely a dream listening to the river on the screened in porch upstairs. Both kids loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Outstanding Stay

This is the second time we have stayed here. It's wonderful, love the screened porch overlooking babbling river. So relaxing listening to the river and watching the geese next door. Perfect location for day trips.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick G.

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

Loved our stay

Absolutely beautiful location. Perfect for us. Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wazeer A.

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

Beautiful riverside cabin

Beautiful, peaceful cabin. Very clean. We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn G.

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

Great view!

We enjoyed our holiday weekend stay! Kitchen has just what is needed, bathrooms too. King bed was comfortable. Loved to be able to hear the river from the porch! Sat outside all weekend and enjoyed several heron and bald eagle sightings. We will be back! Front door needs some attention. A bit loose and not the easiest to use to get in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Awesome home

This place is off the chain!! Super clean, comfortable, quiet, everything about this place really makes me want to come back and soon!! Soooo relaxing. My family loves this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is so great if you want to get away from it all. Quiet, beautiful view, just nice. Very clean and well equipped. It is remote, however. The long, narrow gravel, road could be "interesting" to navigate in wet weather I would think. But we had a truck so no problem. You do need to use steep stairs to get to the main level, which can be difficult, especially with luggage, for older folks. I didn't like having to haul trash to the dump at the end of the stay but the only other choice was pay 20 extra. These are my honest thoughts. I would recommend and would consider staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay and loved the peace and quite. The sound of the river was so quite.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Freant Vacation

Cabin was more than we expected. Very cute decor .It was cozy and we loved the river. Checking in and out was very easy. Our stay was amazing. P.S. We loved the Canadian Geese
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

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

The Best VRBO so far!!

The host was fabulous! The house was so cozy and well equipped, bed super comfy and ohhh those views, absolutely gorgeous, most relaxing vacay so far, we never wanted to leave cabin. I would never feel the need to leave if I owned this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi T.

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

Love

We absolutely loved our stay and will love to go back in warmer weather. Best VRBO rental so far! We hated to leave the peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

2nd time will be back

very nice and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

This cabin is so lovely. Being right on the river gives it that extra special vacation experience. Calm and peaceful sounds of the river are so relaxing. Cabin is very clean and comfortable. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin O.

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

The best location

Our stay at this property was absolutely perfect. The location right on the river was absolutely perfect. We had an excellent family getaway and used this cabin as a central staying point for traveling around the mountains. Our only regret is that we did not get to enjoy the cabin and river more. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Nottley River

Outstanding view and cabin location right on the Nottley River. The only issue was the 2 mile single lane dirt road to the cabin.
Stayed 19 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

Dad and his school age boys' getaway trip

Me(dad) and my four boys just wanted a boys trip to spend some time together. We had a great time. We had no luck fishing out back but it was a great view and the boys loved playing in the water. Plenty of great fishing within minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

The river is mesmerizing

This was the perfect relaxing getaway. Listening to the river while relaxing in rocking chairs was just what we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, the furnishings were cozy, the beds were comfy. We had planned many things to do while in Murphy, but spent all our afternoons at the river, instead. This cabin and location were perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Amazing Riverfront Home

If your looking for somewhere quite to relax and reset, this is definitely the place. My husband and i brought our two grandsons, 6 and 11 years old. They both loved the river and the mountains. The sound of the river is amazing and so relaxing. We had bon fires, hikes in the woods. The house is so cozy and very clean. You do have to go up and down the stairs to get in the house. We would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Relaxation

Arrived to a very clean and comfortable property. The river sounds were so relaxing. My husband had fun fishing even though he only caught one. Would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. Murphy is close by and offers many restaurants if you don’t feel like cooking. Would rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Christmas get away

Loved our after Christmas get away with family. It was a bit cold while we were there but we still got some fishing in. Very quiet and just what we needed after a rough year. The road in takes about 10-15 to get down so you may want to make sure to bring in enough food. We only left once while we were there. The cabin was clean and so cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie T.

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

Relaxing

Great communication with host! The pictures don't do justice to how close the water is.. The nights were cool, so we were able to turn a/c off, and since porch is screened in, open the door and sleep in the super comfy bed with the sound of the river RIGHT THERE. Loved the firepit (brought wood, but also gathered plenty from the woods.) Will hopefully get to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024