Murphy and Andrews

Connected by the Valley River, these two towns sit in the Southwest corner of North Carolina and offer outdoor adventures, wineries and charming mountain culture.  Located at the confluence of the Hiawassee and Valley rivers, Murphy features plenty of water sports, fishing and boating activities and annual festivals.  Up the road is Andrews, a rising small town and home to Hawkesdene; a luxury estate for weddings, reunions and retreats.  Stop in the newly opened brewery, Hoppy Trout, for a delicious house-brewed beer and some brick-oven pizza.

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55 miles from Fontana

15 miles to Hayesville

Here you'll find:

FernCrest Winery
FernCrest Winery Tasting Room is open in downtown Andrews. We have created hand crafted wines using the best grapes form our vineyard and our vineyard partners. Wine tastings, bottles and wine by the glass. Local cheeses, local jams and wine merchandise
1060 Main Street Andrews, NC 28901 (828) 321-1600 www.ferncrestwinery.com Get Directions
Hoppy Trout Brewing Company
HoppyTrout Brewing Company a new microbrewery in Andrews! With names like: Hop Incident, Wicked Weed, Behold the Reaper, Allagash, Dr Smores Stout w/cherries - make you want to try them! Handmade Sicilian Brick Oven Pizza, Appetizers, Salads
911 Main Street Andrews, NC 28901 (828) 835-2111 hoppytroutbrewing.com Get Directions
Murphy/Peace Valley KOA Holiday
The Murphy KOA is your peaceful retreat in the Heart of the Smoky Mountains located one mile from Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino. We offer furnished Deluxe Cabins, shaded full hook up RV sites with Cable TV and Wi-Fi internet, tent camping and RV storage. Take short trips to world class white water rafting, scenic rides on the Cherahola Skyway and Tail of the Dragon, train rides through the Nantahala Forest, and visit many local antique shops and restaurants. Or stay at our Award Winning Campground relaxing by the campfire on the peaceful Valley River. Swimming, Pool, Tubing and Fishing, Pet Play Area, Playground, Gameroom, Pavilion, Riverfront.
117 Happy Valley Rd Marble, NC 28905 (828) 837-6223 peacevalleycampground.com Get Directions
Valley River RV Resort
Come experience luxury in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. Amenities include spacious RV sites, 50 amp service, clubhouse with kitchen, bathhouse and laundry facility, Wi-Fi, cable TV, grills, outdoor pool, game room, fishing lake and pet washing station. Waterfront sites available. Directly off Hwy 74 between Andrews and Murphy. Across the street from the casino. 65 Old Tomotla Rd. Marble 28905 828-385-4220 Valleyriverrv.com
65 Old Tomotla Road Marble, NC 28905 (828) 385-4220 www.valleyriverrv.com Get Directions
Cherokee County Historical Museum
The museum is housed in a historic Carnegie Library building in downtown Murphy.The Museum's exhibits include: over 2,000 Cherokee artifacts, 40 exhibit panels with drawings and photographs that interpret local Cherokee history and culture, antique farm implements and vintage household items (many hand-made) used by early pioneer settlers, over 700 collectible dolls. The museum serves as an interpretive center for the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. Murphy was once the site of Fort Butler, one of the main holding areas for Cherokees who were being removed from North Carolina in the 1830's. Other sites in and around Murphy play a prominent role in Cherokee history, mythology, and culture. The museum houses a replica of the log cabin dwellings used by the Cherokee residents of the area at the time of their removal. This type of dwelling was also typical of that used by pioneer settlers, many of whom moved into the vacated Cherokee cabins. In front of the building rests an ancient stone turtle carved from soapstone that is associated with a Cherokee creation legend. Hours of Operation Monday - Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Saturday - from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Elevator accessible. Tours are offered to school children, elderhostels, seniors and other groups by appointment. Admission Fees Admission is $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children.
87 Peachtree Street Murphy, NC 28906 (828) 837-6792 cherokeecounty-nc.gov/183/historicalmuseum Get Directions
Hoppy Trout Brewing Company
Brick oven pizza, salads, sandwiches along with our craft brews.
911 Main Street Andrews, NC 28901 (828) 835-2111 hoppytroutbrewing.com Get Directions
Hawkesdene
Group Reservations: Nestled in a private cove on 70 acres adjoining the Nantahala National Forest, Hawkesdene is a mountain lodging experience unmatched in the area -- an elegantly appointed estate with private rooms and cottages -- A picturesque setting for romantic getaways, family reunions, business retreats and weddings. Just minutes away, you can enjoy golf, fly fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, scenic drives, shopping and white-water rafting.
381 Phillips Creek Rd. Andrews, NC 28901 (828) 321-6027 www.hawkesdene.com Get Directions
McGuires Millrace Farm
Event & Wedding Venue - Conferences & Retreats Seating for 230 persons Lodging: 6 rooms for 30 people capacity
600 Hendrix Road Murphy, NC 28906 (828) 837-0015 mcguiresmillracefarm.com Get Directions
Carolina Mountain Homes
It is hard to argue with the benefits of experience, especially when it comes to real estate. At Carolina Mountain Homes, we have been helping clients to buy and sell their real estate since 1978. We continue to deliver great customer service, comprehensive marketing and effective negotiating abilities for all of our clients. Whether you are buying or selling, our skills and experience can help you get the outcomes you want from your real estate transactions! Licensed in North Carolina and Georgia for our mountain regional area, we can help you with all your real estate needs throughout Murphy, Marble, Brasstown, Andrews, Hayesville, Culberson, Warne and Topton, NC. We can also assist you in Blairsville, Blue Ridge, Young Harris, Mineral Bluff, Hiawassee and McCaysville, GA.
5530 W. US. 64 Hwy Murphy, NC 28906-8164 (828) 837-7322 www.CarolinaMtnHome.com Get Directions
FernCrest Winery
FernCrest Winery Tasting Room is open in downtown Andrews. We have created hand crafted wines using the best grapes form our vineyard and our vineyard partners. Wine tastings, bottles and wine by the glass. Local cheeses, local jams and wine merchandise.
1060 Main Street Andrews, NC 28901 (828) 321-1600 www.ferncrestwinery.com Get Directions