Are you looking for an affordable vacation getaway in the mountains? This cozy, rustic, log sided ranch style cabin is ready and able to make your trip to the mountains a memorable one! One car garage , storage shed, full length covered porch to relax and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. You have additional privacy around back to soak up the sun. Enjoy your like new, stack stone, gas fireplace on those chilly nights. Recently renovated kitchen cabinets with added pantry and storage. The drive to and from town is a breeze with gentle terrain and state maintained roads to the subdivision. Close to the Casino, restaurants, shops and Hiawassee Lake. The subdivision allows rentals, making it a great investment property or an enjoyable getaway to the mountains!
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$376Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dottie Colestock• Racing Realty USA, LLC
Cozy, Rustic, Log sided, ranch style cabin in the mountains at an affordable price! One car garage, storage shed, full length covered porch to relax and enjoy the outdoors. More privacy around the back side to soak up the sun. Appliances included, recently renovated kitchen cupboards with added pantry and storage. Enjoy the like new gas fireplace on the chilly nights. You'll like the easy access to and from town, with state paved roads to the subdivision. Close to the lake, shopping, casino and restaurants. This would make a great vacation rental cabin or second home!
Hive MLS #98513052
Jun 2, 2025
Sold
$279,900
$412/sq ft
Apr 4, 2025
Listed
$279,900
$412/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 24, 2014
Sold
$88,000
$129/sq ft
NEGBOR #227089
Jun 12, 2013
Sold
$103,000
$151/sq ft
Mar 15, 2013
Listed
$114,000
$168/sq ft
Murphy NC Cabin In The Mountains At Big Rock. 2Bed/2Ba, Log Sided Ranch Style Home w/ 1 Car Detached Garage on . 73+/-Acres, Metal Roof, Fully Covered Front Porch, All Wood Interior, Granite Counter Tops, New Kitchen Appliances. Come To The Mountains & Sit On The Front Porch Overlooking Scenic Mountain Views. This is a DEAL asking ONLY $114,000.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$939 (+23.8%)
$15,000 + $115,630
$130,630
2021
$758 (+1,173.7%)
$15,000 + $106,090
$121,090
2020
$60 (−90.2%)
$15,000 + $106,090
$121,090
2019
$605
$15,000 + $106,090
$121,090
2018
$605
$21,900 + $70,890
$92,790
2017
$605
$21,900 + $70,890
$92,790
2013
$605
$21,900 + $70,890
$92,790
Tax history for 178 Lemon Drop Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$939 (+23.8%)
$15,000 + $115,630
$130,630
2021
$758 (+1,173.7%)
$15,000 + $106,090
$121,090
2020
$60 (−90.2%)
$15,000 + $106,090
$121,090
2019
$605
$15,000 + $106,090
$121,090
2018
$605
$21,900 + $70,890
$92,790
2017
$605
$21,900 + $70,890
$92,790
2013
$605
$21,900 + $70,890
$92,790
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Fencing: Other
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 680
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Log
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size : 0.68
Lot Size Dimensions: .68
Lot Size Area: 0.68
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.68
Zoning: Single Family
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Water
Schools Information
Middle Or Junior School: Hiwassee Dam
High School: Hiwassee Dam
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Murphy, head West on Hwy 64. Turn R on Hwy. 294. Go approx. 6.1 miles, turn L on Candy Mtn. Rd. Take 1st L on Rocky Springs. Take 2nd L on Lemon Drop Ln. Home is at the end of the road to the Right.
Subdivision Name: Big Rock
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 680
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Cherokee County
APN: 454200377408000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 21, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Hiwassee Dam High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Murphy, NC • 28906
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$244,000 – $295,000
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