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Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12378.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southwestern Community College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing

Tuckaway Retreat

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We are certain you will instantly fall in love with this luxurious retreat! With its well-decorated interior, this rental will make the perfect home for a couples retreat or a large family. The home is located directly on the famous Delayed Harvest section of the Tuckasegee River where almost 50,000 trophy trout are stocked annually. Sit outside on the large front deck and enjoy the sounds of the rippling waters.

What's nearby:
This rental is conveniently located halfway between downtown Sylva and Western Carolina University. And for incredible hiking trails through lush forests, rushing rivers, and plunging waterfalls, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only 23 miles from your front door.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen with a dishwasher
Fireplace only available from October through March

*Last half-mile is on a well-maintained gravel road

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 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

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Country Side Bowling Lanes and Barber Orchard Fruitstand. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center or Smoky Mountain Jumphouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Southwestern Community College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Western Carolina University - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 31 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 33 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cullowhee Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing located?

Located in the heart of Sylva, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Southwestern Community College is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a family gathering. Loved the deck overlooking the river. Private space for each couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful time on our mountain vacation! The location of the house was convenient to several nearby towns but far enough out of the hustle and bustle. The sound of the river that could be heard out on the deck was amazing and we loved having the ability to tube right in our backyard. We fished, went rafting, played a lot of board games, and had a great getaway as a big family. This house provides plenty of space and as a bonus has a bathroom for nearly every bedroom. We can't wait to book again for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lother (Jim) P.

Great location

Great location to river and town.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

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

Work retreat

This house was amazing!! So spacious with plenty of spots to cozy up with a book and/or enjoy the amazing view and sounds of the river. Was stocked well for a fishing adventure which is not why we were visiting, but it made me want to book again for a fishing trip with family. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Great retreat by the river

Convenient clean and lots of room for families and friends to join!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Excellent place

Well appointed home with plenty of room to spread out for all your guests. Good location to get to a bunch of great small towns
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Mountain Getaway

We had a wonderful stay at this property. Spacious and beautiful views of the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wes S.

Tuckaway

Great house and location.

10/10 Excellent

leslie l.

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

Wonderful gathering space

Family gathered for a weekend stay. Perfect place. Front porch overlooking the river is where everyone wanted to be the entire stay. Plenty of bedrooms & baths. Kitchen & bar area perfect for serving meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Perfect for multiple groups

We had several different family units together and the setup was perfect! We’d stay again without hesitation!
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Enjoyed

Tuckaway Retreat was very clean, relaxing, and comfortable . We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

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

Spacious Tuck Retreat

Beautiful house on the banks of the Tuck! Very spacious with plenty of room for all. House was very clean and accommodations were great. Would definitely recommend this house to others and plan to return. Close proximity to WCU, Sylva and Dillsboro.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole H.

Family wedding

This home was perfect for all 12 of my family members to stay comfortably!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Beautiful Home on Great River

Have stayed at this home multiple times and it never disappoints. Very spacious and has everything we need for family fishing vacation. Had a great long weekend and caught plenty of fish.
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8/10 Good

Lori B.

Relaxing river vacation spot

We had a very relaxing vacation. The home is situated in front of a large river that you can float down and fish from. The house was stocked well and was surface clean.
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10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Beautiful Home on the River

House had everything we needed for a family fishing long weekend. Rooms are spacious and well decorated. House was very clean and we had a great weekend. I highly recommend this home.

8/10 Good

peggy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Communication through vacasa was not good. Too many people answering with different opinions

House was really nice. Loved the kitchen in the basement area Added to convenience. Would have liked an earlier check in and later check out perhaps an hour or so without the 150 extra. But we got up and out earlier than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Perfection

Everything was perfect. Pictures dont do it justice. Its not a creek but the Tuskgage River. Absolutely beautiful. Family members remarked several times, save this cabin, its our favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

michael a.

Fishing paradise in the smokey mountains

An amazing place to stay. Clean, comfortable and perfect. If you are looking for a place to stay for fishing as we were this, is it. Do not look any further. Walk out the door and start fishing the Tuck right away or call a guide. Best trip in a while.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Graduation Celebration!

What a perfect home for a family gathering! We had 9 family members in for graduation this weekend and Tuckaway Retreat was no less than fabulous! Ready on time, sparkling clean, well-appointed, and the view...oh the view! We hope to make yearly use of this special place, it is now dear to our hearts and part of a memory we will always treasure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John S.

Great for groups

We are a group of 5 couples who are college buddies from over 50 years ago. Finding places with 5 bedrooms with separate bathrooms is tough but this place was ideal. Everything was neat, clean, quiet and well stocked. Everyone was well pleased!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

George M.

Fabulous home with private river access

We loved everything about Tuckaway Retreat! There was plenty of room for our extended family to spend time together. We loved the huge deck overlooking the river and the three floors to spread out on. Our teens loved the first level with their own kitchen. The bedrooms don’t have TV’s so they set up their Xbox down there. The main floor is the 2nd floor and is spacious for everyone to play games or watch movies cook dinner etc. The third floor has the twins bedroom and a queen bedroom but also has a roomy loft space for reading or working. We loved fishing and tubing the Tuckaseegee right from the house - we would leave a car and take out at the Webster church river access. We loved being so close to Sylva, Dillsboro and Cullowhee. Such a beautiful area to explore! Easy access to GSMNP, Franklin, Cherokee, and all of the Ruby Mines in the area. We would absolutely rent this house again and look forward to coming back!

8/10 Good

Steve V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice property

Family reunion of 11. House perfect for us. Well equipped We enjoyed playing in the river. A little road noise from across the river we did not expect but tolerable. We had some problems with the "Local VACASA Team" and were not able to use the grill. They never sent someone out to fix it like they said they would but that is not the house's or owner's fault. The house was very nice and we were glad we rented it. Thank You!.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brianna M.

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

A weekend by the water

Tbe house was great, mostly clean (there was a baby spider in one of the night lights in one of the basement bedrooms but that's kind of unavoidable in the mountains). There was a cricket or something outside/near/in the pipes (I'm not really sure where) the queen bedroom in the basement and I could barely sleep it was so loud and so frequent. When I went outside to check it out, I couldn't hear the cricket, so I don't know where it was coming from. All the other rooms were geeatand we had a blast hanging out and enjouing the amazing food in Sylva 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

As described and recommended

Five stars for a great house exactly as described. Excellent furnishings and well kept. It might be helpful to others to note that this is not a secluded mountain spot--it's near town, among some other houses. Across the river is a busy road, which creates quite a bit of traffic noise on the porch and in the yard. Didn't detract from our stay, especially since we were happy to be close to town and not on an isolated mountain, but worth mentioning for others looking at this property. We would go back.

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