Fabulous Views, Very Private Mt., Screened Porch, Close to Town. Very Unique
5.0
Outstanding(26 Reviews)Cabin in Murphy, NC
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this cabin rental
You can see North Carolina, Georgia & Tennessee From Every Room At The Retreat Above The Clouds Cabin!
Please write to me about prices. They never seem to come out right on this site and generally I have to adjust prices down a bit.
Let me be clear: This house is the bomb diggety! My Cabin is "artsy, crafts, cozy" with tasteful furnishings and personal touches throughout. It's perfect, it really is!
We feature a screened-in porch that is carpeted and feels like an extension of the living/dining area. The porch has killer views of Murphy, Tennessee and Georgia, a dining table for outside dining, 2 rockers and a lounge chair. I guarantee you, weather permitting, you'll spend all your time out there. Right below the porch is an open deck taking full advantage of the ever changing mountain views. It's glorious. The deck has a great swing, picnic table, lounge chair and gas grill. The cabin is perched on the side of a cliff and the cabin itself is not childproof, so we don't allow children here at the Retreat.
UNLESS of course, you'd like to cozy up on one of three recliners on the oversized couch to watch a movie on the flat screen TV with the Dish Network extended viewing package (America's Top 200 and HBO premium) or read a good book sitting next to the stone fireplace with a remote controlled gas burning insert.
The kitchen is a newly redesign kitchen and will make you feel right at home. We have a fully stocked kitchen with a Coffee maker, crock pot, toaster, blender, some spices, microwave, dishwasher and whatever else you may need. We supply dish soap, trash bags and other general supplies. There is a half bath and washer and dryer on the main floor as well.
On the second floor are two homey furnished bedrooms. The stairs are steep so if your not good on stairs, contact me as I have other options. The master bedroom has an super comfortable new king size bed, lots of closet and dresser space and a flat screen TV that's mounted near the ceiling for perfect "in bed TV viewing". The guest bedroom has a queen bed, a dresser and TRIGGER, my very cool rocking horse that I am in the process of re-finishing. Both bedrooms have great views from the large windows. The full bath is upstairs as well. It's small but super cute.
We have an iron and ironing board, blowdryer, central air and heat, plenty of towels and whole shebang.
Our location is fantastic. I'm not kidding. From the wildlife to the views, you will feel that you are miles from no-where, when in effect you’ll be only two miles from downtown, 4 miles from Wal-Mart and 7.5 miles from John Campbell Folk School. We're 5 miles from the new Harrah's Cherokee Casino, but again, you'll feel like your out in the woods on our very private and exclusive mountain. While there are about 10 homes on our mountain, there is no one directly on either side of the cabin so it's very private. At the "Retreat", being outdoors is where it's at.... All the windows, sliders, porch and deck face out toward the back so the view is of the mountain ranges.
I have spent 6 years fixing up the "Retreat" and I've put my heart and soul in it. It's one of my most favorite places in the world. I think it will be yours too. I am constantly making upgrades and more than 50% of my business is repeat guests. I personally think that's saying something!
Again: Remember there are stairs to get to the bedrooms so this is not a cabin for persons with limited mobility. The Retreat is PERFECT for two people. Four people are fine but it's a little tight
Again: Remember this isn't a cabin that is suitable for children (I'm sorry, I have two boys so it's not personal). No Pets Please.
You can view my cabin at my personal site Cabins In Murphy.
Please write to me about prices. They never seem to come out right on this site and generally I have to adjust prices down a bit.
Let me be clear: This house is the bomb diggety! My Cabin is "artsy, crafts, cozy" with tasteful furnishings and personal touches throughout. It's perfect, it really is!
We feature a screened-in porch that is carpeted and feels like an extension of the living/dining area. The porch has killer views of Murphy, Tennessee and Georgia, a dining table for outside dining, 2 rockers and a lounge chair. I guarantee you, weather permitting, you'll spend all your time out there. Right below the porch is an open deck taking full advantage of the ever changing mountain views. It's glorious. The deck has a great swing, picnic table, lounge chair and gas grill. The cabin is perched on the side of a cliff and the cabin itself is not childproof, so we don't allow children here at the Retreat.
UNLESS of course, you'd like to cozy up on one of three recliners on the oversized couch to watch a movie on the flat screen TV with the Dish Network extended viewing package (America's Top 200 and HBO premium) or read a good book sitting next to the stone fireplace with a remote controlled gas burning insert.
The kitchen is a newly redesign kitchen and will make you feel right at home. We have a fully stocked kitchen with a Coffee maker, crock pot, toaster, blender, some spices, microwave, dishwasher and whatever else you may need. We supply dish soap, trash bags and other general supplies. There is a half bath and washer and dryer on the main floor as well.
On the second floor are two homey furnished bedrooms. The stairs are steep so if your not good on stairs, contact me as I have other options. The master bedroom has an super comfortable new king size bed, lots of closet and dresser space and a flat screen TV that's mounted near the ceiling for perfect "in bed TV viewing". The guest bedroom has a queen bed, a dresser and TRIGGER, my very cool rocking horse that I am in the process of re-finishing. Both bedrooms have great views from the large windows. The full bath is upstairs as well. It's small but super cute.
We have an iron and ironing board, blowdryer, central air and heat, plenty of towels and whole shebang.
Our location is fantastic. I'm not kidding. From the wildlife to the views, you will feel that you are miles from no-where, when in effect you’ll be only two miles from downtown, 4 miles from Wal-Mart and 7.5 miles from John Campbell Folk School. We're 5 miles from the new Harrah's Cherokee Casino, but again, you'll feel like your out in the woods on our very private and exclusive mountain. While there are about 10 homes on our mountain, there is no one directly on either side of the cabin so it's very private. At the "Retreat", being outdoors is where it's at.... All the windows, sliders, porch and deck face out toward the back so the view is of the mountain ranges.
I have spent 6 years fixing up the "Retreat" and I've put my heart and soul in it. It's one of my most favorite places in the world. I think it will be yours too. I am constantly making upgrades and more than 50% of my business is repeat guests. I personally think that's saying something!
Again: Remember there are stairs to get to the bedrooms so this is not a cabin for persons with limited mobility. The Retreat is PERFECT for two people. Four people are fine but it's a little tight
Again: Remember this isn't a cabin that is suitable for children (I'm sorry, I have two boys so it's not personal). No Pets Please.
You can view my cabin at my personal site Cabins In Murphy.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Murphy, NC
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(26 Reviews)5.0
This was our second time staying at Joan's cabin and it never disappoints. The views are absolutely unbeatable with an amazing porch that overlooks the trees. Inside, the cabin is very warm and cozy, with a great electric fireplace to keep you warm while you hang out. The entire property is extremely quiet making it perfect for a chill cabin getaway. Would definitely recommend!
5.0
The location of the home in proximity to downtown Murphy and easy access to main highways was a great plus. The view is amazing for being so close to town. The drive up is completely paved but is steep with a few sharp turns. We made it up and down the mountain in a Chevy challenger 2WD. Would not recommend driving the road at night! The home had 2 great porches for relaxing with a view. The inside of the home felt very homey and had a variety of kitchenware for cooking, board games, and tv/internet access. Joanie, was very helpful during our stay and responded quickly and made sure we had everything we needed. Definitely has one of the best views and worth the booking!
5.0
Cabin was great, exactly as pictured . Everything you could possibly need was there. Views were outstanding. Mornings were like being up in the clouds. Interactions with owner were great. We will absolutely recommend this cabin and we hope to book again. Thank you Joanie for having such a wonderful place to rent. Restaurants in area were great.
5.0
Beautiful location close to the John C Campbell Folk school.
5.0
My husband and I had a great time at the Retreat! It had everything we needed and made for a very enjoyable trip. The screened in porch was our favorite place to relax in the evening and enjoy the view! The road up was a bit unnerving for this city gal from Ohio, but absolutely worth it for the view!!
5.0
Very nice property close to downtown Murphy. Enjoyed the view from the screened porch where we spent much of our time. Beautiful birds to watch too. If you are looking for convenience and peaceful surroundings this is it. Owner was very pleasant and everything we needed was in the house. The road up is a bit curvy but worth the view at the top.
5.0
We are porch people, so we loved this little cabin snuggled against the side of the mountain with spectacular views of the mountains to the South. The porch was our happy spot with very nice and comfy furniture. The inside and outside of the cabin rates a cleanliness seldom seen in other cabins, and the decor is absolutely exquisite. We booked it again before we left for home.
5.0
My husband and I needed a quiet relaxing vacation and this property fit the bill perfectly!!! The “Retreat” is a beautiful property that is nestled among the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. As soon as my husband walked in he said this is definitely a place we will be reserving again !! Very tastefully furnished and lots of gorgeous views also some squirrels and hummingbirds joined us as we set on the screened porch .Thanks to the owners for sharing their “mountain Retreat” with us.
5.0
My husband and I needed a quiet relaxing vacation and this property fit the bill perfectly!!! The “Retreat” is a beautiful property that is nestled among the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. As soon as my husband walked in he said this is definitely a place we will be reserving again !! Very tastefully furnished and lots of gorgeous views also some squirrels and hummingbirds joined us as we set on the screened porch .Thanks to the owners for sharing their “mountain Retreat” with us.
5.0
The cabin was exactly as advertised. It was spotless and very comfortable. We were there on the winter solstice, and we had gorgeous sunrises AND sunsets out of the same windows!!! It was warm enough for us to also enjoy the screened in porch! I would come back to 'The Retreat' in a heartbeat. Thank you Joanie!!!
5.0
Truly one of the best rentals we have stayed at and we’ve been going to the Mtns for 35 years +!! The owner was top notch in communicating as well as in the decorating and upkeep of her rental. You can easily tell there has been a lot of thought & hard work put into this place. The beds and linens are outstanding. All the cookware, tableware and generally the entire rental is stocked with not only comfort in mind, but also usability. The View from anywhere from this place is stunning. The entire property is so welcoming & comfortable. Can’t wait to go again. What a wonderful experience and pure joyful time through the entire stay and process in renting! 100% happily satisfied
5.0
The cabin was exactly as advertised. It was spotless and very comfortable. We were there on the winter solstice, and we had gorgeous sunrises AND sunsets out of the same windows!!! It was warm enough for us to also enjoy the screened in porch! I would come back to 'The Retreat' in a heartbeat. Thank you Joanie!!!
5.0
This place was exactly as advertised, no surprises. The owner was always available via phone and text. The house was comfortable and clean. They do not allow pets or children for a good reason. It's high up and the drop off the deck would be a disaster. The view is remarkable! We enjoyed a great Thanksgiving feast up in the mountains with a warm fireplace.
5.0
This place was exactly as advertised, no surprises. The owner was always available via phone and text. The house was comfortable and clean. They do not allow pets or children for a good reason. It's high up and the drop off the deck would be a disaster. The view is remarkable! We enjoyed a great Thanksgiving feast up in the mountains with a warm fireplace.
5.0
What can I say! It doesn't get any better than this for a relaxing week. Everything you could possibly need to get started. QUIET, RESTFUL, GORGEOUS VIEWS. Can sit on the porch for hours reading, doing hobbies, or just listening to the quiet and watching the hummingbirds and finches. Pre-visit instructions excellent. Two TV's makes it east for couples with different viewing habits. May I say, we have been renting vacation homes in Cherokee and Clay counties for over 15 years, and this has been the most welcoming and generous.
5.0
This property was very nice, nestled in the trees. Peace and relaxing. Great veiws. Highly recommend the property.
5.0
I can't say enough about the view of this cabin and the wonderful screened-in porch. We had been to Murphy many times and have done every thing there is to do so this time we just wanted to stay and sit on the porch and take in the view. Some mornings the fog was picturesque. Very unique, cozy, homey and just right for 2 couples or four people. Very comfortable furniture. I plan on returning. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Barbara from Nashville, TN
5.0
My husband and I just adored this place! It’s so clean and artsy! Everything was organized. The view was beautiful! We just enjoyed eachother on our honeymoon. We love Joanie! We will definitely be back.
5.0
I'm writing this review even though it will mean more people will want to book this great cabin, and we want to return as often as possible. Two very comfortable king bedrooms, stylish and comfortable sofa and easy chairs in the living room, everything needed to cook a meal in the convenient kitchen, comfortable screened in porch facing a serene mountain view. Swing on 2nd level of porch with a good grill. Plants in bloom, and birds at the bird feeders. Fast, reliable internet, and plenty of convenient electrical outlets. We've rented vacation cabins for over 35 years and Joanie is the best, most considerate, and communicative owner we've ever encountered. Truly, if we didn't need to walk back up the mountain, we could walk about 2 miles to downtown Murphy with some really good restaurants-another plus. We've already booked The Retreat for a month next summer--we liked it and her that much!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Murphy?
The average price for a rental in Murphy is $157 per night. This rental is $23 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fabulous Views, Very Private Mt., Screened Porch, Close to Town. Very Unique. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Fabulous Views, Very Private Mt., Screened Porch, Close to Town. Very Unique pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fabulous Views, Very Private Mt., Screened Porch, Close to Town. Very Unique?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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