Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva

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A hot tub with a wooden deck leading to a house with a porch.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and green cabinetry.
A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a cozy living room with leather sofas.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest, while Cherokee Mountainside Theatre and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama are cultural highlights. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Southwestern Community College - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 28 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 32 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cullowhee Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva on 22 Mar 2027 start from AU$1,743, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Whee Retreat! A Cabin on the River minutes away from WCU & Sylva located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Southwestern Community College is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive with issues...Cabin was delightful and we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time and totally enjoyed the home! Very clean and well stocked. It is very close to everything, groceries and restaurants. The hot tub was great and the view of the river awesome! Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location close to WCU
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything with nice views and a great property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great visit! We plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. It was clean and exactly as described. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very clean property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, close to downtown Selva.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cabin with great Riverview and excellent porches and nice sturdy furnishings! Loved the outdoor fireplace too!
Outdoor Fireplace!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here several times now and love everything about the place. Thanks again for an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Communication with owner was great. Very nice. Enjoyed laying in river , hot tub, outdoor fireplace, sitting on porch listening to river and more. Would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home and Location

Loved the place. Close to WCU when visiting my son. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

The place was perfect size, had everything we needed and the best thing bout it was the outdoor pavilion that looked over the tuck. Great place to hang out after a day of fishing on the river
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guy’s fishing weekend

Great location and was perfect for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2023
Thanks so much for choosing to stay at Whee Retreat. We hope you keep us in mind for future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, super clean

Great location overlooking the Tuckaseegee River. Very clean house. Hot tub and outdoor fire place were a perfect spot to spend the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice Home

Very Cozy and equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fly Fishing Cabin

This was an enjoyable trip. We often go to Western North Carolina. We just love this area and the Tuckasegee River is beautiful. The cabin is very comfortable and close to Sylva for amenities. But you can be out fishing in no time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Slice of Heaven

This property was AMAZING! It was beautiful inside and out! We loved having the hot tub and the fireplace just a step or two from the house. The layout was perfect and it was just what we needed for our family! Location to downtown Sylva and Cherokee was great as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a clean, new, and well appointed cabin that was in a good location for our foursome to spend a few nights as we played 3 rounds of golf at nearby courses. Would be better suited for couples as the two king beds and both bathrooms are on the lower level. We had to utilize the twin beds upstairs (with no bathroom) to accommodate four adult men but we knew that when we booked it and chose it because of the other amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Thanksgiving Getaway

We had a wonderful stay over Thanksgiving! If you are wanting to trout fish, this is the place! Walk right across road and fish all day. My guys even caught a couple 20” brown trout. Home was wonderful, clean and met all our needs. Would definitely stay again and/or recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin in the woods

We spent the week in the woods playing in waterfalls and hiking. This was the perfect landing spot for us each night. Close to town but felt like we were in the middle of nowhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love!!

This is the most beautiful listing with a fantastic view of the Tuckasegee River!We absolutely had the best time for our son’s graduation and the location was absolutely perfect! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

We spent five days at the cottage and it was outstanding. The weather was ideal and the fishing was great. The cottage itself was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. It couldn’t have been better. This is our second stay there and we will be sure to return. Without question five stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2024
Thanks so much for staying with us! We can't wait to host you again. 5 star guest!
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