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

Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oaks Gallery
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Country Side Bowling Lanes are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Oaks Gallery and Mason Mountain Mine. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Oaks Gallery - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Western Carolina University - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 25 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 27 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Nick’s Bbq - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Oaks Gallery and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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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

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
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2/10 Terrible

Jennifer N.

Good location

Good location

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
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8/10 Good

Greg N.

Great get away!!!

We loved the location of the cabin. The covered porch on the back was great. The covered shelter by the river was also very nice. We also enjoyed a fire each night and the steps down to the river was wonderful.

6/10 Okay

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
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

Netty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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10/10 Excellent

Moulton L.

Perfectly situated on the river and near town!

Quiet, private, killer deck on the river, comfy and clean!! Looks just like the pictures online. We will be back soon!

8/10 Good

Tonya D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Robbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Excellent location, excellent property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Craig M.

GREAT STAY

Nice Place. Great stay. Enjoyed the water.
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8/10 Good

Delores M.

Cozy and private

We loved the location. Loved sitting on the deck right on the river. Beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

Cozy!!

Such a great stay we will be back soon!!!
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6/10 Okay

James ..

Old house with great river access

This house is old, and it feels it: creaky, drafty, and tight fits throughout (bigger folks will NOT enjoy the toilet). Access to the river, the view from the upper deck, and the quiet area made the house issues more bearable, but we will not be back.
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6/10 Okay

james s.

My partner made my stay great.not the housee

The river was gorgeous. The hot tub was very relaxing.Slept great
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

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

william S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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10/10 Excellent

Zackery H.

Always a Delight

Love this cozy little place. Can’t wait to book my stay for next year
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10/10 Excellent

David T.

Great cabin on the Tuckasegee!

Location, location, location. This is a perfect location! It's close to everything you need and if you like trout fishing, you're able to catch them in the backyard. Will be a yearly visit now that we found the perfect spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G., Roswell, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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6/10 Okay

Sherry H.

Peaceful

House sits on Beautifu House has beautiful river front with large deck and hot tub.Very quiet and peaceful
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10/10 Excellent

Joannah H.

The view

My family love this area. The view and how peaceful the place is awesome. Recommend to bring a fan because it gets hot time to time. Definitely planning to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jacob V.

Good for outdoor space, don't get your hopes up on anything else.

Grill is great, no toaster, hot tub was not clean and was gross. Oven does not work except for broil, so if you plan to bake something think again. The outside space was excellent. Great outdoor area, good coverage from the rain, nice lighting, nice rocking chairs. Dead bugs were laying around, lots of ants in the kitchen when we walked in and throughout the trip. Going on a fishing trip? Perfect. Wanting 'River Romance'? Think again.

10/10 Excellent

Amie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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