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Secluded Setting Conveniently located close to downtown.

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Murphy River Walk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Hiwassee River
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Setting Conveniently located close to downtown.

The Owl’s Nest is a secluded log sided cabin tucked away on 14 acres off of a private driveway surrounded by Forest Service. Conveniently located only 3.5 miles from Downtown Murphy where you can enjoy shopping, antiquing, restaurants/bars. There is plenty to do and see whether you are looking for a relaxing “get a way from it all” experience while sitting on the cabin deck overlooking the woods, enjoy a peaceful evening at the campfire or want to venture out and explore the area.

Hiking, fishing canoeing, mountain biking all within minutes of the cabin. Take a 30 minute drive to enjoy white water rafting on either the Ocoee or Nantahala River, zip lining, kayaking or horseback riding. Close to the John C. Campbell Folk school where you can enjoy concerts, take classes and attend the well known Fall Festival in October. Close to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, The Blue Ridge Scenic Parkway, Georgia Mountain Fair Grounds, Joyce Kilmer National Forest,The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, The Biltmore House and the Tail of the Dragon for the bikers. Located 5 miles from the Harrah's Valley River Casino. The Cabin is located within 2 hours of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Tennessee and 30 minute scenic drive to Blue Ridge, Georgia.

The Cabin has cell service, free Wifi, satellite tv an outdoor gas grill and outdoor campfire area. The kitchen is fully stocked with utensils and dinnerware. Linens and towels are provided. The owners reside on the property. Members of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce.


Come visit and enjoy everything the Great Smoky Mountains of Western Carolina has to offer.

Property manager

Janice & Randy Costello
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sofa pulls out to a full size bed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murphy

Located in Murphy, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Murphy, NC

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Hanging Dog Recreation Area - 20 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Hiwassee River - 31 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country Murphy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Setting Conveniently located close to downtown. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Setting Conveniently located close to downtown.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Setting Conveniently located close to downtown.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Setting Conveniently located close to downtown. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hiwassee Lake. Valley River Arts and Murphy Trussel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chris n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and peaceful
Great scenery enjoyed the wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cabin in the woods
My new favorite place to stay while attending the nearby John C. Campbell Folk School.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet setting, but close to everything
Cabin was cozy and well stocked. There was plenty of information about area restaurants and attractions, as well as instructions on using the AC, TV and washer/dryer. The hosts thought of everything. Would recommend this place to friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet getaway
What a perfect cabin this is. So cozy and comfortable with everything you need to relax and unwind. We spent a weekend here enjoying the scenery, the small hiking trail and the visiting turkeys that would stroll through the property. The cabin is clean, quiet and nicely tucked away by itself. The kitchen is fully stocked to prepare meals and there's an abundance of towels in the bathroom to choose from. Janice is a wonderful host...very friendly, communicative and helpful. Although the cabin is secluded, it's nice to know that she's not too far down the road in case something is needed. I can't think of anything I'd change about this wonderful cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway!
The place is just beautiful, great to spend sometime away from the daily routine. Location and accessibility is great. We are planning on returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

james r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded stay
Very clean, Google needs to give better directions. Owners very friendly easy to talk to. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Everything was nice and clean, would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Cabin
My wife and I were in town taking classes at the Folk School, and this cabin was a lovely retreat. It was cozy without us feeling on top of each other, well stocked with toiletries, dishes, laundry, etc., and gave us that secluded mountain feeling while still being conveniently located near main roads. We would gladly stay here again, and highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for their next getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ms
Great place can’t wait to stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setting
I love the location real friendly host
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eriks S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite and peaceful
Really great comfortable little cottage in the woods. Amazing owners and close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Serenity
Quiet, quaint, cozy cabin atop a mountain knoll. Private yet close to shopping and restaurants. Easy access to highway. Enjoyed watching the wildlife from porch. The bird feeders had lots of activity. Lighted stone fire pit area. Gas grill on porch. Cabin was comfortable and just the right size for my husband and I. Can’t wait for next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krity M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin & location
I absolutely loved this cabin and its location, it is super clean & cozy and has everything you could need for your stay. Very conveniently located. Gorgeous wooded area with perfect porch, I had a magnificent experience witnessing about 15-20 deer about the property this morning around sunrise! Downtown Murphy has so many great shops and restaurants! Downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin in the woods
Just what we needed. After dealing with Hurricane Helene
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Clean property, very pleasant, loved sitting on the porch and listening to the rain. We're contemplating visiting this property again. We recommend this property to anyone wanting to get away and just have peace and quiet. Close to town and restaurants, etc. if one wanted to do that, but also close to plenty of hiking and outdoorsy things .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a Marvelous New Year
My partner and I were very very happy and fortunate to have found the Owl's Nest. Janice and Randy were both lovely and communicative, especially during the storms. They took very good care of us with regards to set up, even going as far as putting out corn and seeds to attractive the wildlife in the morning (SO MANY turkeys, it was great.) Murphy had plenty for us to do and see, and Big Nick's was some of the best barbecue I've ever had. We both had a lovely time, and a delightfully quiet and private New Year. I suspect we'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
First the host Randy and Janice are the greatest!!! Very nice and comfortable place to stay, secluded, quiet, easy to get around in, very close to town, and plenty of places to eat and shop, quaint little village, our favorite of all times. We are up in age. We just love it there. This was our 3 time staying here and hope to have more!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

troy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Wonderful cabin. Great fire pit area! Absolutely great stay from beginning to end. Asked my girlfriend to marry me here and she said YES!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay!
Staying at the Owl’s Nest was such a nice getaway for us. It was so clean and nice and always smelled really nice when we came back inside after being gone. Randy and Janice were great hosts! We’ll definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Great little property. We enjoyed the peacefulness very much. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Great location and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin in Murphy
Exactly what I needed for accommodations while visiting my family. Great location very comfortable abundant wildlife on property. Just what a mountain cabin is supposed to be like.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S., Fort Myers, FL, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Quaint, equipped and location was perfect! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
The property is as advertised plus. Very cozy and homey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property
It was just what we hoped for private secluded and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Janice & Randy Costello

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We came to Murphy in 1996 from Lake Mary, Florida, on vacation and fell in love with this mountain town and surrounding areas. We purchased a home while on vacation and 1 year later we decided to move here permanently. Our dream was to build a cabin on our property where others could come and enjoy the mountains.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is only 3.5 miles from town which is convenient for guests, however, the privacy and seclusion makes you feel like you are a million miles away.

Languages:

English

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