Relaxing beach on river, near Western Carolina University

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

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Sylva, NC

Tuckasegee River
‪1 min walk‬
Southwestern Community College
‪6 min drive‬
Western Carolina University
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

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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Brandie

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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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. Judaculla Rock and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Bear Creek Lake Access Area. 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.

Sylva, NC

What's nearby

Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Southwestern Community College - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Harris Regional Hospital - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
Western Carolina University - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 29 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Cookout - ‬5 min drive
‪Zaxby's - ‬7 min drive
‪El Patron Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Dalaya Thai Cuisine - ‬11 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.

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 Tuckasegee River and Nantahala National Forest. Southwestern Community College is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

9.8

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kacie S.

1 January 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Corey Mary F.

26 July 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Kacie S.

23 October 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Beacham M., Laurinburg, NC

3 June 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark R., Williamston, SC

9 May 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Woody C., Newberry

14 April 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Rudi S.

6 October 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

jeanne R., Atlanta, Ga

12 August 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 June 2022

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

8/10 Good

Frank B.

19 March 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Rudi S.

2 September 2021

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

Great place

Great place, just what we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

6 July 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

Carri R., Greensboro

13 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Convenient to WCU, great deck, on the river!

This was a lovely, comfortable home. I was pleasantly surprised to find that there was a 2nd bathroom since this was listed as a 1 bathroom. There were also more beds available than I expected. We would definitely stay here again, especially now that I know there would be plenty of room for my whole family!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

30 May 2021

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

Fantastic Stay!!!

The property was very clean and we loved it!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Tom G.

18 May 2021

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

Fishing Fun

The home was very nice and convenient to where we fished. The owner was very responsive. The property manager, after getting check-in information, did not respond to any of my email comments. The kitchen was equipped for the three of us. This home has three (3) bedrooms and a bed in the loft as well as two (2) full baths. Bathrooms were very well equipped with towels, soap, shampoo, TP, etc. You do have to climb outside stairs to gain entrance to the home. It is very quiet next to the river. Very little traffic on the road. We would stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

3 May 2021

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

Awesome house and location

We had an awesome stay. Enjoyed the access to the river and outdoor spaces with family. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luis F.

11 January 2021

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

Excellent

This place has an excellent location, the house was super and such a beautiful view. We had a blast.

10/10 Excellent

Debra K., Fresno

21 September 2020

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

Paradise by the river

Beautiful property by the Tuck. Perfect for family getaway or anything else.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

17 August 2020

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

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

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