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Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University

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A house surrounded by dense greenery and a small body of water.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a stand, and a patterned rug.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a black refrigerator, and a dining area with chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a desk, a chair, and a potted plant.
A two-story house with a blue roof, a covered porch, and a wooden staircase.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University

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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1890764vb
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

About the area

Sylva

Sylva is home to this holiday home. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Judaculla Rock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Western Carolina University - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 31 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 32 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 36 min drive - 50.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtyard Dining Hall - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cullowhee Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University located?

Situated in Sylva, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Southwestern Community College is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have amazing vacation Great locationA lot of space , quiet, close to downtown- everything what’s you need to enjoy Our dog refused to leave! Thanks a lot !
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great and we loved the large patio/porch area overlooking the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location. Comfortable house. Dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great house, great time away. Only critique is that the owner should stock monster trout out back. Otherwise great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and natural sunlight cannot be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely house and a beautiful setting. The host was great too. We were so comfortable and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place, just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Getaway

Everything was as described and any questions we had owners were quick to help
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful resting place

Great property. Beautiful river experience. Great accommodations. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second Timers

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a great stay!

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

River view

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing on the Tuck.

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
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing location!

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT!!

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!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very well supplied, great location, and extremely clean

This is a great vacation house. The owners have put in extra touches to make you comfortable, good selection of pots and pans, and there are plenty of beds to keep your kids happy that they don't have to share. Also as another reviewer stated, there are actually 2 bathrooms instead of 1. We loved roasting marshmallows at the firepit and talking to the folks floating down the river. Also just down the road is the Locust Creek Access area which is a starting point for the Jackson County Greenway. It's an easy, dog-friendly, walking path along the opposite side of the river that you can see this house from. Awesome location to visit your WCU student, easy trip to Waynesville, Cherokee, Bryson, Dillsboro. Walmart is 10 minutes away in Sylva. And you are on a nice private lot, no neighboring house 20 feet away that didn't show up in the pictures! The people floating down the river will be the closest people to you :-) I will say there are alot of stairs and if anyone in your party finds that problematic, you may not want to stay here. But I will also say that we have stayed at alot of vacation rentals and this is the cleanest place we have ever stayed. We got NO dirty feet or socks from walking around in the house. For me that is worth an extra star if I could give it! Hope to return soon! Thank you Will and family, and Brandie the property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great and it is right on the river. The house could use some attention. The upstairs seemed to have not been cleaned as well as rest of the house. There was so much dust that we gave the upstairs to the teenager. There were also several dead bugs on the windows sills. The upstairs toilet also had such low water pressure that it took a while to be able to flush toilet after flushing. Downstairs bathroom was fine. The washing machine needs a good cleaning as well. The porch was amazing and we talked to people floating down the river. We were very close to town and loved that we could bring our friend's dog. The parking is ample and the drive to get to it is very easy. As you can see from the pictures the house is high in the air, so please realize you do have to climb many steps to get into the house. They do have child gates on both sets of steps for the safety of kids and dogs. There is also a fenced in area for the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay.... a few minor issues but the grandkids Really enjoyed getting in their tubes in the river& fishing& s'more on the camp fire. I enjoyed little rabbits in the yard and the fireflies at dusk.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We had only 1 towel each and they had stains on them. The shower upstairs had not been cleaned, nor had the toilet or floors. All of the outlet covers were falling off if we tried to plug anything in. The couch had a big stain on it and smelt like urine. Ceiling above dining table has water damage. Day two we smelt an odor. I was checking the closets to see where it was coming from and I opened what I believe may have been the owners closet and there was the smell..piles of wet bedding and towels. I'm not sure when the next check in is, but hopefully someone will actually clean this home.The "beach" it claims it has is just a bank where the dirt washed down. House needs some maintenance work done.Definitely wasn't worth 1000 for 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2026
Thank you for your feedback, we've spoken with the cleaning company and done an overhaul based on your findings! In the future, please share any feedback with your VRBO host when they ask how your stay is going, so they can help you out and make it right. No need to wait until you've already left and then leave a mean public review, we could have helped fix this while you were still there and also refunded your cleaning fee. If you needed fresh towels, we could have arranged that within minutes, if you had told us. Also, the couch is brand new and we just had the upholstery deep cleaned. We also don't understand the feedback on the outlets, as they are all perfectly normal electrical outlets. The river bank is a real river, which can change depth throughout the day, which changes the size of the sandy area. This is nature and cannot be controlled. We hope that you're able to allow yourself to enjoy future vacations and relax in nature as much as possible.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

The owner was very helpful with all of our questions and made the stay really great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location to WCU

We had a great stay, dropping our daughter off for her freshman year at WCU. It was especially nice that the dog could come and say goodbye also.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We plan to return

We rented the house for WCU orientation for our son. The house and location were absolutely perfect. All 3 of us enjoyed staying here and plan to return. The house was accurately represented online.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very nice property that also allows pets.

Nice property and great location for us (between Western Carolina University and Sylva.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

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