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Escape to Bumblebee Cottage, a charming Murphy vacation rental surrounded by Nantahala National Forest’s enchanting environment. Relax in the hot tub or gather around the fire pit for a night of stargazing amidst wooded views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 682 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub

  • Create new family traditions at this charming Murphy vacation rental, better known as ‘Bumblebee Cottage.’ Surrounded by Nantahala National Forest’s enchanting environment, this lofted 1-bed, 2-bath home features an updated kitchen and a fenced yard for your furry friend. Outdoor enthusiasts will love hiking the Piney Knob Trail or fishing at Cherokee Lake. When you’re ready for a break from wilderness adventures, relax in the hot tub or gather around the fire pit for a night of stargazing.

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    Covered Deck | Fire Pit | Fenced Yard | Fireplace

    Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Loft: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

    OUTDOOR LIVING: Hot tub, wooded views, gas grill, lawn chairs, outdoor lighting
    INDOOR LIVING: Ceiling fans, 3 Smart TVs, dining table, open floor plan, DVD player, board games, gas fireplace w/ remote
    KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, cooking basics, toaster, dishware/flatware, blender, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, spices, trash bags/paper towels
    GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, keyless entry, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, linens/towels, iron/board, electric heating, pet supplies (food/water bowl & doggy bags), central A/C
    FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras (facing front door & back of house), pet fee (paid pre-trip), wildlife may be present
    SUITABILITY: Step-free access, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor
    PARKING: Gravel driveway (3 vehicles)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    OUTDOOR RECREATION: Cherokee Lake Recreation Area (7.1 miles), Murphy Riverwalk (13.4 miles), Piney Knob Trail System (17.8 miles), Hiwassee Lake (19.7 miles), Ocoee Whitewater Center (21.0 miles), Bell Mountain (39.5 miles)
    ATTRACTIONS: Appalachian Driving Experience (13.3 miles), Cherokee Historical Museum (13.5 miles), Field of the Wood (15.1 miles), Harrah's Cherokee River Casino (17.0 miles), WagonMaster Adventure Ranch Fun Park & Gem Mine (19.0 miles), Blue Ridge Adventure Park (20.5 miles)
    DAY TRIPS: Tail of the Dragon (66.5 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (67.1 miles), Chattanooga (81.1 miles), Gatlinburg (105 miles)
    AIRPORTS: McGhee Tyson Airport (87.0 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (124 miles)

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    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 1 dog only)
    - Dogs must be crated when left unattended (crate not provided)
    - Guests are responsible for picking up after dogs (inside and outside)
    - 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 2 exterior security cameras facing the front entry and back of the house. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
    - NOTE: The circular driveway is slightly steep but there are level parking spaces available if needed
    - NOTE: The driveway is gravel but the community roads are paved
    - NOTE: The property is located in a National Forest. Wildlife, such as bugs, may be present during your stay

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 880 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Murphy is home to this cottage. Blue Ridge Lake and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rolling Thunder River Company and Tank Town USA. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating. Visit our Murphy travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake, Murphy NC
    Hiwassee Lake
    13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Ocoee River
    Ocoee River
    17 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Fields of the Wood - Religious Park in Murphy, NC
    Fields of the Wood Bible Park
    19 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Rolling Thunder River Company
    17 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Hiwassee River
    19 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Herb's Pit Bar-B-Que
    8 min drive
  • Brothers Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • The Cabin
    18 min walk
  • Grizzly Bear Restaurant
    11 min drive
  • herb's barbeque
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub located?

Situated in Murphy, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Hiwassee Lake. Rolling Thunder River Company and East Polk Public Library are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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'Bumblebee Cottage' Murphy Retreat w/ Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki A.

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

Cozy and cute little cabin

We loved our stay. The cabin was clean, well stocked, and provided great bonuses like the hot tub and games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Anniversary Getaway

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. We loved sitting in the covered hot tub listening to the rain hit the metal roof.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee G.

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

Weekend Trip

Was a Beautiful property, well stocked, private and cozy. We had a very relaxing weekend. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa D.

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

Bumblebee Cottage is so cozy!

The cabin had everything we needed. The fire pit and string lights in the backyard were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Family Getaway

My husband & I brought our 16 yr old son for a family vacation….the cabin was very cozy and welcoming, in a quiet, wooded area with other cabins, but landscape allowed for privacy without feeling of total seclusion. The location was within easy driving distance to larger cities with major attractions, and close to smaller towns with local attractions and sights. It was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty M.

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

GREAT PLACE!

We had a short weeked trip to make for my husband to compete in the Blairsville Highland Games about 30 minutes away. This was an awesome cozy cabin to stay at and the hot tub was perfect for him to unwind in after a day long competition. Our 6 year old enyjoyed seeing the wildlife (deer and a hawk) and loved the upstairs loft area. We will definitely keep this place at the top of the list when we visit the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlee M.

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

Cute spot.

This was the perfect spot for a quiet weekend getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Family Birthday Getaway

We enjoyed our stay! This place was cute, cozy & had everything we needed. We loved the bumblebee theme. I love how it accommodated pets with some supplies & a fenced in area. The couches were comfortable. We would love to return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Family trip

Our first family vacation, place was nice a cozy for the three of us. Had everything you could think of included so you do not have to overload in packing. Definitely would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly and responsive hostess. Clean and cozy with everything I needed. Perfect little getaway for me and my fur baby. Definitely want to stay there again. Already miss it and I’ve only been gone 2 days. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good stay overall

Everything was great except the water. It has a smell to it and stains the toilet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindy B.

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

Cute

The place was decorated very well, lots of extra touches. Did not use the hot tub as it needed cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Cozy

No problems
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy R.

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

40th wedding anniversary

40th wedding anniversary We were originally scheduled to visit Punta Gorda, Florida but the hurricane changed those plans. Our stay at bumblebee cottage was very cozy and relaxing. The only problem we had was a power surge on the day before we were supposed to leave. The surge took out the whale and we had no water for the last day and a half of our stay. Other than that, our stay was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela s.

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

Great for weekend getaway

We enjoyed our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara B.

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

Cute little cottage away from it all

We had a great stay at the bumblebee cottage! It was a perfect little getaway for our family. Loved that we could bring our pup with us, she’s small so it was the perfect little yard for her. It’s definitely away from all the hustle and bustle so that was nice to just have peace and quiet. It was a drive wherever we went but we expected that. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Bumblebee Cabin

We had an amazing stay at the Bumblebee Cabin. The property was exactly as pictured. This is probably one of the most “stocked” VRBOs we have ever stayed at. Anything we needed the cabin had, which made our stay much more enjoyable! Thank you to the owners for opening up their home to us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

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

Loved It

GREAT PROPERTY
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven S.

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

Relaxing Cabin

Our intention on this trip was to get away from the stress of Atlanta traffic for a few days. This cute cabin in the woods achieved that and more. It was well appointed with everything we needed to relax after a day of driving through the North Carolina mountains. Our host could not have been kinder or more accommodating. Overall a very pleasant trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022