Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University

Sylva, North Carolina
$258 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This family-friendly Cullowhee vacation rental home is situated directly on the Tuckaseegee River, offering a quiet home base for a peaceful retreat. Located just 5 minutes to WCU campus and about 8 minutes to downtown Sylva, you'll enjoy shopping, dining, and unbeatable convenience. The Tuckaseegee River area offers plenty of outdoor fun including hiking and mountain biking trails. Find skiing just 30 minutes away for fun on the slopes, and a casino if you're feeling lucky!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Energy-saving Switches Recycling Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Housekeeping (on Request)
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    This was a lovely house and a beautiful setting. The host was great too. We were so comfortable and will definitely stay again.

  • Debbie F.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Everything was as described and any questions we had owners were quick to help

  • Laurel D.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    Exceeded expectations and I honestly say *that's* never happened before! Probably the cleanest vrbo I've ever stayed in. Beautiful location, quiet and private. The one mile greenway across the river is a lovely and nicely shaded for a run. My dog stared at me everyday until I took him for a walk on the greenway.I've already reserved it again in the fall!

  • Zach r.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO rental! The location was fantastic — right next to a river where I could wake up each morning and fish right off the bank. The house was a great size for our family and offered excellent value. I especially appreciated the comfortable pillows that helped me sleep really well, and the high-quality cookware made cooking meals a joy. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful, making us feel completely safe and at ease. It was perfectly imperfect — just the right mix of comfort and charm. We’d definitely love to come back! Oh and the hammock stand was a great addition!

  • Kacie S.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    This was our second stay here in Sylva and we absolutely love this house! It has everything you need, water access, scenic views, and so much more.

  • Corey Mary F.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    We had a fantastic stay at this cottage on the Tuckasegee River. Paddle boarding every day from the home was our biggest highlight. The river is special and it definitely put us at peace with incredible scenic experiences on the water. The cottage was conveniently close to town, yet felt secluded. It was also well-equipped with everything we needed to cook or grill meals. Overall, a perfect getaway—we would definitely stay here ag

  • Kacie S.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2023

    Stayed Oct 18, 2023

    This was our first time using a rental home verse your typical hotel and let me tell you, we were initially pretty nervous about what we were going to walk into but it turned out to be beyond better then we expected!! I don’t think we will ever go back to hotels after this. The house was clean, tidy, spacious, and had everything you need and then some. The fact that we were able to bring our two large dogs to enjoy this family trip made it that much more special. There is a nice sized fenced in area on the property and plenty of non fenced in area for the dogs to run and play. The water access was such a treasure!!! The river was a large and flowing not just a small stream. We went mid October and the leaves were every shade of orange, red and yellow it was like we something out of a Thomas Kinkade painting. You have the best views from the porch!!! Worth every penny to stay here!!!

  • Beacham M.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2023

    Stayed May 31, 2023

    We were in Cullowhee to take our daughter to orientation at WCU, We always take our two dogs wherever we go, so a pet friendly location was necessary. Unfortunately, our older dog was recently diagnosed with cancer, so both were left behind with a pet/house sitter. The cottage is located in a quiet, private area by the river, yet it is near all local restaurants. Our three evenings were spent dining at three different restaurants in Dillsboro - just 7 miles away. Only two problems and they were minor: the front maple board that is one the eating utensil drawer needs to be glued back to the side boards of the drawer, and the linens on the bed upstairs where our daughter slept reeked on male perfume. She moved to the couch.

  • Mark R.

    Submitted May 9, 2023

    Stayed May 7, 2023

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this mountain home. The house was clean, roomy, and well-kept. Also enjoyed the river and beauty of surroundings. Gem of a rental so close to WCU. We definitely look to book every time my daughter runs there.

  • Woody C.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2023

    Stayed Apr 11, 2023

    This was a good location and a beautiful spot on the river. Close to the Sylvia Greenway for an afternoon walk in a nice setting. We enjoyed our visit. Note: older folks like us might find the stairs a little challenging.

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$258+
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