Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw | Ski Chalet in Murphy

9.2 (96 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Unaka Ski Chalet | Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw

4 Bedroom Ski Chalet in Unaka, Murphy

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.

Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw is located in Unaka. Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Ski Chalet features Entertainment, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Hideaway Chalet at Lake Hiwassee Bear Paw has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Ski Chalet because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Ski Chalet, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Ski Chalet has a friendly neighborhood, and the Unaka has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Ski Chalet in Unaka, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Car required
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Handrails in stairways
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Pickleball court
  • Casino nearby
Entertainment
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Games
  • Table tennis
  • Video library
General
  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • In a rural location
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Spa
  • Shared/communal pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Jonathan G.
Jul 6, 2025 08:37:30 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful cabin in the great outdoors.
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