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Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw

Family-friendly chalet in Murphy

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Murphy, NC
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Apalachia Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Murphy

This chalet places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 10-minute walk of Hiwassee Lake. Guestrooms at this chalet include kitchens, patios, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hiwassee River - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Apalachia Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mountain View Marina - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 39 min drive - 32.1 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kerns Bread Co. - ‬44 min drive
  • IHOP
  • ‪Krystal - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw

If you’re looking for great vacation spot, romantic getaway, or just a relaxing weekend then Bear Paw is the place for you!
Private yet close to all the amenities that Bear Paw has to offer. Located in the Smokey Mountains of North Carolina, Bear Paw Resort is the only private 24/7 gated community on Lake Hiwassee. Bear Paw has many amenities which make it a great vacation spot. The lake is surrounded by beautiful mountains with 163 miles of natural shoreline and the Nantahala National Forest. It is where the Blue Ridge Mountains meet the “Smokies”….also known as “GOD’S COUNTRY”
Whether it’s fishing, swimming, water sports or just cruising around the lake on a boat soaking up the beauty ….Lake Hiwassee is the place. Bring your own boat or rent one. Mountain View Marina is located inside the Bear Paw Community and is within walking distance.
Bear Paw offers many activities that make it a great vacation spot. In addition to the lake activities, there is also an Olympic size swimming pool, basketball courts at the Pavilion/Club House, tennis courts, exercise room, children’s playground and a small catch and release fishing pond. All are within walking distance. No need to load up in the car….it’s all just a stone’s throw away.
This comfortable vacation chalet offers…. hardwood floors throughout the house as well as central heat and a/c. For your enjoyment there are books, games, movies, DVD player, TV with Roku and Wi-Fi. We do not have Satellite TV (Directv/Dish Network)The main level has an open kitchen, dining & living room that opens up to a spacious deck. The 2 bedrooms (queen beds in each) and 2 full baths are on the main level. The open loft (2 twin beds) opens up to the main level. Down stairs in the lower-level there is a bedroom with bunk beds (queen on bottom, twin on top) & 1/2 bath with full size washer & dryer.
There is a living room area with a 60" flat panel T.V., pool tale, ping-pong table and opens up to a another deck.
The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dishes, pots, pans and utensils. Everything you need to prepare a delicious country breakfast, romantic dinner, or holiday feast.
There is an outdoor fire pit to warm you up on those chilly evenings or gather the kids for a marshmallow or wiener roast.
Breathe in the clean mountain air and watch the hummingbirds feed as you relax and enjoy your morning coffee out on the spacious deck. Gather the family for a challenging game of “Corn Hole”, or fire up the grill for some mouthwatering barbecue.
PLEASE NOTE: This property is not handicap accessible. The driveway is very steep. Once at the top of the driveway, the property levels off and is large enough for 1 car to park. There is additional parking at the bottom of the driveway, but then it is a steep (short) walk up. There is also a set of stairs to climb (see pictures) to get to the main floor. Please take into consideration when booking.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hideaway At Hiwassee Bear Paw
Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Chalet
Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Murphy
Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Chalet Murphy

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this chalet?

This chalet in Murphy is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. You'll also find Hiwassee River and Apalachia Lake less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this chalet?

No, there isn't parking at this chalet.

Is this chalet associated with a casino?

No, this chalet is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this chalet?

No, there is no indoor pool at this chalet.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside chalet include a kitchen as well as tennis and a firepit.

Does Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this chalet.

Does this chalet offer breakfast?

No, this chalet doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this chalet allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this chalet.

Are there connecting rooms at this chalet?

No, this chalet doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw?

Yes, every accommodation at Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw comes with a deck.

Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay in this well situated chalet. We especially appreciated the houses closeness to the communities playground and pavilion. The grandchildren really enjoyed that. The house also had all the amenities we needed for Thankgiving lunch.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay so much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bear Paw Reunion

Beautiful cabin in the great outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

melody s.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Do not stay here!

We never got a chance to go inside house! Got no refund. We had a tailor with us and could not get up the extremely steep hill to park.. and wouldn’t be enough room to park it. There was no where we could park it without being towed! The small area at top where one car fits… My SUV almost tipped over trying to park. Horrible set up. Property out in middle of no where. Had no cell phone service. This is an HOA! At gate, there was a sign saying Pool was closed until further notice … it was never even cleaned! The common areas- basketball/pickleball court area was booked with parties for multiple days so would not have been able to use. Found that out when trying to contact owner. Owner needs to post actual pictures of driveway and explain that the amenities may not be available! I chose this one compared to others due to the pool….that was CLOSED! Took forever to contact owner with issues and still couldn’t help. They took our money and we never stepped foot into the house! Had to pay for hotel that night and vacation ruined!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our second memorable vacation in an AMAZING cabin!

This was our second time staying here for the holidays. We love EVERYTHING about this cabin. Excellent communication & customer service provided by the host, Debbi. We kept busy with ping pong, pool & board games. The cabin was warm & cozy when the outside temperature went down into the 20’s. We got to see several deer on the property & in an empty wooded lot next door. Very safe & quiet community. Enjoyed downtown Blue Ridge & Mercier Orchards, as well as snow tubing and the mountain coaster at Highlands Outpost (a MUST if you have kids or teens). We HIGHLY recommend Hideaway Chalet at Bear Paw!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Relax Away From It All

The house was ok. A few things to note. If you need wifi to work, the signal isn't strong. We didn't get calls/texts. You can get some emails & such, but it blinks regularly & doesn't reach parts of the house. The Roku TV w/ apps is nice, but you will need to sign in to your accounts for them & the wifi is spotty. The house allows pets but it's 14 steps up/down each time you go out. We visited in November. The heating unit works well on the main level, but the basement is cold & the loft is hot, so be ready for that. The main BRs are well appointed but small, with ample linens. We did find a few spots that weren't cleaned well (used water bottles in beds, missed trash, cobwebs, etc.) but overall it was ok. The kitchen is fairly well stocked but small. We made a full Thanksgiving meal, but only one person can work comfortably. There isn't trash pick-up. You haul it to the local trash center. It's on the way to Murphy & open daily, so that helps. The listing states the house is outside Murphy. I didn’t realize it was a 30 minute drive. Plan your trips, as it isn't an easy in & out. The listing says the driveway is steep & it's true. We were able to park at the top. I'm not sure I would have survived the hike from below lol. A good house, but I wouldn't take pets & location is why I may not visit again. Owner is friendly & responded quickly to questions. Nice house but ask questions to be sure it works for you before going.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

The cabin was nice and very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

My Getaway

We loved the cabin and the layout of it. The inside was clean and well stocked with necessities except toilet paper. The decks & deck furniture were unfortunately in need of cleaning but my teens and I had a blast
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

katie b., Florence

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Hiwassee

Family and friends came up to stay for Memorial Day weekend. We had a group of 8 combined of adults, older and younger teens. Checked in late on Friday night and went to bed. Next day we discovered some issues that were quickly addressed and remedied by the owners. The house is comfortable and enjoyable. We greatly enjoyed our time out on the lake and it is a beautiful area. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway

Excellent communication, easy check in and check out, clean cabin and property, lots to do and lots of space! Thank you for sharing your cabin with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views

We enjoyed the great views and amazing development
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Linda S.

fishing trip

had a good time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

The house was clean and had everything we needed. The owner was was great to work with. The pool was nice and right across from the house. Everyone in the community was very nice. The only downside was there was no where to swim in the lake in the community unless you rented a boat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jonathan W.

Good, but needs some upkeep

This cabin is located in the relatively remote Bear Paw community. We liked the ambience of it and the cute bear decor. It is right next door to the very nice community sports center / pool. Our boys really loved fishing in the well stocked pond nearby. The wifi worked OK, but be advised that cell service (Verizon) is zero in this area, so get your GPS directions before leaving the cabin. This property has some deferred maintenance that was apparent when we arrived. Some of the lights were missing bulbs, and one of the patio doors was frosted over. We also found evidence of some mice in the kitchen. There was a few drops of water coming through the basement bathroom ceiling presumably from the 1st floor bathroom drain.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacay!

Our family had a wonderful time. The playroom was awesome! The home was clean with comfortable beds. Our host was amazing. Thank you Debbi!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay for the holidays

We loved the place from the moment we got there. There is a lot room in the cabin my family and I enjoyed every moment. I will definitely recommend this cabin
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Mountain Cabin Getaway

Between 4 adults and two toddlers there was plenty of room. We enjoyed are stay and we appreciated the kitchen very much for preparing our thanksgiving dinner :). The internet was a little spotty but wasn’t too bad. I would certainly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

getaway

accurate and applicable. comfortable, not too big and not small. plenty to do away from cell phones. if you want privacy and have plenty to do this is for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Relaxing Getaway

Fabulous home. Had everything we needed for the long weekend. Bear Paw is great. House was clean and beds were comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place!

Great property! Scenic views! Pool & playground right across from the cabin. It’s about a 35 minute drive from town but there’s plenty to do! We absolutely loved our vacation! Property manager replied instantly when I messaged her. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and quiet.

The property was very quiet and my kids enjoyed the fishing pond and playground. The downstairs didn't seem to have heat and air though, but we had a nice time playing pool and watching TV down there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Doreen N.

Updates Needed

Although this property was affordable, attention to details and updates by the owner would go a long way. As mentioned by other reviewers, the driveway is VERY steep. We have been vacationing in the Blue Ridge Mountains for decades, and this was the most challenging. The leveled parking at the top needs to be repaved (currently broken in places) and a solid barrier should be in place to indicate where the pavement ends (so one doesn't roll ones vehicle into unknown forest terrain). Remove dead plants, fix broken porch light replace old door mat. Upon entering, many items were broken - from small things like the decorative bear bottle holder to the metal storage shelf and the arm to the rocking chair. Larger issues were the unusable electric fireplace and dart board. The firepit outdoors is not contained and at risk for igniting dead leaves and branches in the immediate surrounding area. A small investment in new dishware, cutlery and pots and pans would go a long way as would new bed linens. Having noted the negatives of the property, it was in a lovely community. Great basketball, tennis and volleyball courts for the kids. Fishing pond was fun (bass and bluegills) and we rented a pontoon boat for half a day - easy and fun. The kids also enjoyed the pool table and full sized pingpong table in the cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laquanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Love the property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Thank you for sharing your cabin with our family. We had a great time and hope to return soon. Gary
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and relaxing

The property was very nice.. kitchen was nicely stocked with everything needed for cooking. Very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021