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8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC

River Romance

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Set on almost a half-acre, this stilted river cottage is the perfect getaway! Just a few feet from the Tuckasegee River but also close to town, this retreat is perfect for groups looking to get a real sense of the mountain atmosphere. Walk just a half-mile into Dillsboro to shop, dine, or canoe the river. Trails also fill the area for hiking and exploring the surrounding mountains.

The thoughtful orientation of this modest-sized cabin keeps the river-song in your ears and heart. Guests can use the hot tub on the front deck, the outdoor firepit (bring your own firewood), and the covered picnic shelter. Inside, you'll find a compact, but full kitchen as well as a main bedroom with a large TV with surround sound speakers.

This home also includes central heating and air-conditioning.

Things to know

Cell and GPS services are limited in this area

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a balcony in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River
Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sylva cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 111 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is kind of shabby, doors delaminating, mirror edges worn. The couch was very uncomfortable with springs you could feel when you sat down. Shouldn’t have to strip the beds and start laundry when paying that much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda R.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Cabin was very clean and the creek was so peaceful! The only thing I would suggest is to trim down the brush at the driveway so it would be easier to see oncoming traffic when pulling out of the property. Other than that, it was an awesome place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness
We found our stay to be prefect! Everything was better than expected! We came just wanting a quiet getaway in nature... and left with some of the best memories I've ever made.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Netty B.

Liked: Cleanliness

River Romance Cabin

Loved our stay here. Perfect location on the river. Cabin and hot tub clean. Communicated minor issues that needed to be fixed with company so they could be fixed for the next people. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Gross hot tub and beds

We booked this cabin because of the hot tub, when we arrived the hot tub was on, however the water smelled like mildew and there was a nasty film on top of the water. We called twice about it and were told that they would have have someone come out to check the PH and possibly add chemicals, no one came. So we were unable to use. The beds had stains and the pillows were so flat and gross; we went a bought some from the local store and then just left them there for the next renters. Cabin had a smell as if there might have been water damage at some point. We left a day early and got a hotel room. Not the bear experience .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trout fishing trip

Great trip for my husband, my son, and I. Cabin was perfect in both size and location for us to trout fish all day, every day from the yard. Truly enjoyed it. The best part was the location of the cabin and that it was right on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

River Romance

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

David C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing

This was a disappointing property. The location is fantastic. It sits right on the Tuckasegee River and is lovely. The deck and hot tub face the river, which is nice. The outdoor picnic shed is right alongside the river and the grill worked great.The cabin itself is old and shows both its age and lack of maintenance. The carpet in the bedroom was dirty. The bedroom ceiling needs work as it seems to have been crudely patched. Drawers were missing in the kitchen. The television in the main room did not work. These are just a few of the more notable things. Everything inside shows its age. Just suffers from a lack of care and attention.Overall this property wastes a lot of potential. Would not stay here again without significant repairs and updates.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Excellent location, excellent property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

River time

Went to relax and rest found this on the river, on the porch in the rocking chairs, watching the fish, birds, wishing I had brought my fishing pole maybe next time..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenny J.

Nice cabin

Nice older cabin. Location was good. The cabin is not stocked well. Be sure to ask if it has what you might need or just bring everything you may need to have. If you enjoy fishing, you will like this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

Exactly as described and portrayed. And exactly what we were looking for. Just the two of us so didn’t need a lot of space. Perfect location to hit the Tail of the Dragon and Cherokee on motorcycle. Awesome restaurants and shops nearby but not as packed as the Smokies and other locations. Awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cute place. We enjoyed the set up of the cottage. Our favorite spot was the covered porch with the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tonya D.

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet place we really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely recommend visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G., Roswell, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute river cabin

The cabin is quaint and peaceful. Great location near Dillsboro/Sylva with easy access to Cullowhee.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway

Great location for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

william S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

Close to town, but not too close. Amazing location near all amenities. The place was quaint and clean. I would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place

Listing is accurate. River access for floating. Close to town and hiking. Clean rooms and good mattresses. AC was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

hannah

Disliked: Cleanliness

janky

old is ok, but the ceilings were sagging and carpet in the bedroom was not vaccumed and need to be, the towles smelled bad and there as an old blood stain on the bedsheets. the hot tub was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanette C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serenity for sleeping

Nice location along the River. Entrance to driveway is hard to see due to trees and curve. Clean. Repairs needed, but nothing that impedes a good night’s sleep. Balcony is a lovely place to chill and watch the water dance past.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N., West River

Liked: Cleanliness

River Front

Gorgeous spot on the river. Excellent fishing, quaint town, friendly people and great central location for exploring tge area. Cabin is a bit antiquated but the view and hot tub made up for the few flaws! The cabin was well equipped for preparing meals.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Melanie K.

Beautiful location, rustic

Location is right on the river, beautiful spot. Best part is the hot tub looking out over the river. Quite rustic and could use a little TLC. Paint coming down from the ceiling in the bathroom and master. Overall though a nice quiet place, close to town. A good getaway for relaxing and nearby hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Tara M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Spend You’re Hard Earned Money Elsewhere

Similarly to the previous reviewer, I do not understand how this property has so many highly rated reviews. I’ve never had an issue renting through VRBO until this rental. The listing is deceiving & does not represent the property in its current state. Despite the staff still being on site an hour after check in time the property never appeared to have been cleaned. This is very worrisome considering we are still in the middle of a pandemic. The structure of the entire house is actually slanted forward and looks to be losing its structural integrity. The kitchen cabinets were damaged and had food and dirt crusted on them and the dishes provided were dirty as well. The refrigerator is old and rusting. The couch is very well worn and aged. The ceiling in the bathroom is peeling and falling down accompanied by a sink that has dirt build up. The hot tub is browning and looks unhygienic amongst many other issues with the property. The front door would not lock & we deemed it unsafe to stay in as well as leave our belongings in and left immediately having o book a hotel to stay in for our trip instead. We communicated our disappointment with management regarding not only the state of the property, the staff making us uncomfortable, as well as the safety/security issues. Their only resolution was to send the same staff out to clean the property after we discussed how uncomfortable they made us feel when we arrived. They also all but short of called us liars and told us the lock to the front door worked fine. I am accustomed to this style of lock and we tried a dozen times to get the door to lock & it would not. I typically don’t leave negative reviews… however I would hate to see someone else be deceived by this inaccurate listing and spend their hard earned money on a poorly maintained property like we had. We had intended to take a much needed vacation that instead turned into a stress inducing nightmare. Spend the money on a motel and spend less to receive the same experience. You can pay less for a nice reliable hotel room for less than this property is being booked for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

veronica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect getaway for a small family

Great spot for our party of 5, our 3 year old was entertained with the water, the stairs and playing in the yard! My husband was able to fish the whole time, we saw many fish but not much biting. Grill was exceptionally clean, although we didn't use it. Listing stated firewood wasn't provided, but of course we forgot that! We all enjoyed our stay and plan to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021