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The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat

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Nestled in the heart of the Cherokee National Forest, Starr Mountain Retreat's Hiwassee cabin offers a serene escape on 22 acres of pristine forest land. Located just minutes from the Hiwassee river, enjoy rafting, fishing, and swimming.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 436 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat

Located just off Highway 315, the Hiwassee cabin offers privacy along with easy road access! Nestled in the heart of the Cherokee National Forest, this is a one of a kind cabin experience! Recently updated, escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life on 22 acres of pristine forest land. Located just minutes from the Hiwassee river, enjoy rafting, fishing, and swimming! One of four available cabins at Starr Mountain Retreat! Contact us for group or event rates.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 384 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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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 not allowed

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 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
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

Located in Reliance, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park and Woody Island, while Charles Hall Museum and L&N Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours, birdwatching and wildlife walks. Visit our Reliance travel guide
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Reliance, TN

What's nearby

  • Ocoee River
    Ocoee River
    24 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Hiwassee River
    8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Hiwassee River Recreation Area
    13 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park
    14 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Long Island
    15 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

  • Jessica’s Place
    19 min drive
  • Papa's Pizza
    20 min drive
  • Stadium BBQ
    19 min drive
  • Smoke Room
    25 min drive
  • Hillbilly Bar
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Woody Island, Hiwassee River and Big Island. Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park and Hiwassee River Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Hiwassee Cabin at Starr Mountain Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Abrianna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet place! Hot tub was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this little, quiet cabin. Perfect location for what we wanted to do. Will recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean cabin. We were very pleased
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Mountain Hideaway

Woodsy, comfortable, and convenient for our visit with local friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Peaceful stay

Quiet nice location. House clean with everything needed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamiya P.

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

Best Getaway !!!

The cabin was very comfortable and peaceful. Our hosts were very helpful and had places that we could visit in the surrounding areas. Very clean and would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brandy c.

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

Best Spot Ever

My husband and I loved it here. It was perfect sized for us. We wanted a romantic getaway and we got just that. The hosts were amazing. Even sending me my bathroom bag that I left behind. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

allen p.

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

Train ride

We went on a train ride and just needed a place to lay our head at night. We did enjoy a fire both nights and the jacuzzi also. The place was easy to find and a nice little cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Cozy and peaceful

First off our host was great at communicating. The cabin was cozy and had more than we needed. The hot tub was fantastic and the location I beautiful and secluded. 5/5
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relax

Quiet, peaceful, and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything nice and cozy. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dewayne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice and very clean cabin. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herman L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet, comfortable cabin with all necessities. We enjoyed the hot tub especially.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

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

Awesome stay

Beautiful spot awesome for a romantic getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lejorge T.

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

Nice getaway to spend quality time.

We really enjoyed our stay it was so peaceful and exactly what we needed to spend some much needed time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brant P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Very nice retreat

just has advertised, property was great and we enjoyed our stay, the mt roads are a bit of a challenge in the evening other then that great time, Thanks Brian!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lane B.

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

3 day stay

Had a good time. Very peaceful. Wonderful little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna R.

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

Another amazing visit

This is our second time visiting and having our friends come with us! We have loved all the cabins and retreat space! The owners are soooo helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse W.

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

Fishing

Great place to stay, 15 minutes from Hiwassee River
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Weekend getaway

We loved our stay here ❤ even though the cabin was right next to road it felt very private. The cabin had everything we needed and owner was very helpful and friendly. Only complaint was the sofa bed was horrible to sleep on but we made do lol overall a awesome stay and we loved the hot tub especially the kids enjoyed it lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark w.

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

Few days together

It was absolutely wonderful. Enjoyed every minute of it. Cabin was great as well as the hosts. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Trout Fishing trip

Excellent choice will use this again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025