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Hidden River Gem, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking
Holiday home in Sylva with kitchen and balcony
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5
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Explore the area
Sylva, NC
- Place, Harris Regional Hospital8 min drive
- Place, Western Carolina University16 min drive
- Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino23 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Hidden River Gem, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking
Welcome to Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins!
This cozy retreat sits beside the peaceful Tuckasegee River, where you’ll wake to soothing water sounds and enjoy easy access to the Smoky Mountains. Spend quiet mornings on the screened porch, surrounded by nature with everything you need for a restful mountain stay.
🔸 Access to the Tuckasegee River
🔸 Screened porch with seating area
🔸 1 queen bed, 1 queen sleeper sofa
🔸 5 minutes to Dillsboro and Sylva
🔸 Stocked river for fishing
Set within a peaceful, family friendly campground, this home is perfectly located near scenic hiking trails and nature spots, with great places to eat just 5 minutes away in Sylva. From the property, you can enjoy unique views of the famous “Fugitive” train wreck across the river, adding a bit of local history to your relaxing getaway.
🔸 25 minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
🔸 Family friendly riverfront campground
🔸 20 minutes to Cherokee
🔸 Essentials included: coffee, linens, towels, and more!
🔸 High speed wireless internet and smart Roku television
You will have full access to the entire home during your stay.
Please feel free to contact us at any time. We are here to assist you with anything you may need!
We offer four cabins, two tiny homes, and two park models, all available throughout the year. If your preferred dates are not available, please contact us and we will be happy to check availability at our other properties.
This cozy retreat sits beside the peaceful Tuckasegee River, where you’ll wake to soothing water sounds and enjoy easy access to the Smoky Mountains. Spend quiet mornings on the screened porch, surrounded by nature with everything you need for a restful mountain stay.
🔸 Access to the Tuckasegee River
🔸 Screened porch with seating area
🔸 1 queen bed, 1 queen sleeper sofa
🔸 5 minutes to Dillsboro and Sylva
🔸 Stocked river for fishing
Set within a peaceful, family friendly campground, this home is perfectly located near scenic hiking trails and nature spots, with great places to eat just 5 minutes away in Sylva. From the property, you can enjoy unique views of the famous “Fugitive” train wreck across the river, adding a bit of local history to your relaxing getaway.
🔸 25 minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
🔸 Family friendly riverfront campground
🔸 20 minutes to Cherokee
🔸 Essentials included: coffee, linens, towels, and more!
🔸 High speed wireless internet and smart Roku television
You will have full access to the entire home during your stay.
Please feel free to contact us at any time. We are here to assist you with anything you may need!
We offer four cabins, two tiny homes, and two park models, all available throughout the year. If your preferred dates are not available, please contact us and we will be happy to check availability at our other properties.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
About the area
Sylva
Sylva is home to this holiday home. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Oaks Gallery and Mason Mountain Mine. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
Sylva, NC
What's nearby
- Harris Regional Hospital - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
- Southwestern Community College - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
- Sequoyah National Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
- Western Carolina University - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 23 min drive - 21.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. - 8 min drive
- Lulu's On Main - 8 min drive
- Dalaya - 6 min drive
- Mad Batter Food & Film - 8 min drive
- Balsam Falls Eatery - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tavish Panozzo
Born and raised in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina, our little family is very involved in our community. We have two adventurous little boys who enjoy the outside and nature as much as we do! As the owners, we run this business all by ourselves to ensure our guests have a wonderful trip to our "neck of the woods".
Tavish also is a Registered Nurse who studied at Western Carolina University where she received her Masters in Nursing Administration. Shortly after receiving this degree, Tavish also became a Board Certified Nurse Executive.
Tavish is the founding Chair of the Sylva Rotary Satelitte Club. Our family lives the Rotary moto, "Service above self." We welcome travelers to our cozy cabin on the river so we can share the wonderful gift that Mother Earth has provided us here in the mountains.
Jason, Tavish's husband is the CEO of Cutting Edge Welding & Fabrication. He is also a founding member of the Sylva Rotary Satellite Club.
We are also members of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Please visit at mountainlovers for a calendar of events and fun things to do in the mountains!
Tavish also is a Registered Nurse who studied at Western Carolina University where she received her Masters in Nursing Administration. Shortly after receiving this degree, Tavish also became a Board Certified Nurse Executive.
Tavish is the founding Chair of the Sylva Rotary Satelitte Club. Our family lives the Rotary moto, "Service above self." We welcome travelers to our cozy cabin on the river so we can share the wonderful gift that Mother Earth has provided us here in the mountains.
Jason, Tavish's husband is the CEO of Cutting Edge Welding & Fabrication. He is also a founding member of the Sylva Rotary Satellite Club.
We are also members of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Please visit at mountainlovers for a calendar of events and fun things to do in the mountains!
Why they chose this property
Words will never be able to describe the majestic mountains and waters of this area. This property has been in our family since 1973. We have 11 family's who have been coming to the property for 30 plus years. Our 2 cabins are the only cabins in the area that provide the riverfront beauty in a convenient location at a budget friendly price.
What makes this property unique
Majestic river, Smoky Mountains, casino, waterfalls, rafting, hiking, wildlife, railroad, trout stocked river, hiking, natures beauty, the movie, "The Fugitive" with Harrison Ford was filmed on this property... With a beautiful deck overlooking the river, these cabins have a remote feeling but are in a central location.
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