Escape to nature with this Murphy, NC, vacation rental as your home base! With Cherokee Lake and Nantahala National Forest within 8 miles, this 2-bed, 1.5-bath home makes it easy for your crew to explore outdoors. When you’re not hitting a hike on the local trails or reeling in your catch of the day, unwind back at the property with your family and friends. You’ll have endless fun BBQing on the deck, roasting marshmallows over the fire pit, and cozying up around the wood-burning fireplace. -- THE PROPERTY -- Wood-Burning Fireplace (Bring Your Own Wood) | Free WiFi | Private Backyard Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Landing: Full Sleeper Sofa INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ cable, dining table, ceiling fans, board games, books OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, gas grill (propane provided), outdoor dining area, wood-burning fire pit (bring your own wood), balcony w/ bistro seating KITCHEN: Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster oven/air fryer, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, dishwasher, trash bags/paper towels, water filter, spices GENERAL: Central heat & A/C, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board, laundry detergent, dog crate FAQ: 4 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip) SUITABILITY: 2 steps required to access, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), trailer parking allowed on-site -- THE LOCATION -- THINGS TO DO: Bear Creek Adventures Mini Golf & Gem Mine (4 miles), Deckers Flea Market (6 miles), Main Street USA (11 miles), Cherokee Historical Museum (12 miles), Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River (15 miles) EXPLORE OUTDOORS: Cherokee Lake Recreation Area (3 miles), Salty Dog Gem Mine (14 miles), Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service (17 miles), Blue Ridge Adventure Park (25 miles) WINES & BREWS: Valley River Brewery (12 miles), Crane Creek Vineyards (26 miles), Serenberry Vineyards - Farm Winery (26 miles) AIRPORTS: Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (78 miles), McGhee Tyson Airport (81 miles), Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) (127 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $25 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front of the home facing the front outdoor entry, 1 camera is on the deck facing the side outdoor entry, 1 camera is on the home facing the workshop entry, and 1 camera is on the home facing the side gate. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. They record video and sound when activated by motion - NOTE: There are 2 steps required to enter