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Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 71767 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Gold City Gem Mine
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Southwestern Community College
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Loft

1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub

Wild Bird View

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This dog-friendly home can be your elegant North Carolina escape! The views of the mountains are unparalleled; a dramatic wall of windows spans the house's two levels and allows natural light to flood in while you gaze at the view. The living room features high ceilings, comfortable furniture, a wood-burning fireplace, and access to the large front deck. Soak in the hot tub after a long day of hiking or walk down a short trail through the woods to a small stream.

What’s nearby:
The home has a convenient location with easy highway access and close proximity to local shopping and restaurants in nearby towns like Dillsboro and Sylva. There is also an abundance of opportunities for hiking, biking, rafting, and other outdoor exploration.

Updated Driveway: Guests will now enjoy a freshly paved private driveway, offering smooth and easy access all the way to the home. While past reviews may have mentioned a bumpy or uneven surface, there have been significant improvements to ensure a comfortable arrival experience. Please note: 4WD or traction is still recommended during winter months due to potential snow and ice conditions.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
One dog is welcome
Firewood not provided
The fireplace is available from October to March only
Free unlimited long distance
Limited cell service and GPS
The home is not motorcycle accessible
Maximum parking spaces: 3
You

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 1.
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this vacation home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Gold City Gem Mine - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Tuckasegee River - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Southwestern Community College - 15 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Western Carolina University - 18 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtyard Dining Hall - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mabel's Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dalaya - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Rivers And Rails Tavern (RNR) - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub on Apr 26, 2026 start from $257, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly house w/ gorgeous mountain views, deck & hot tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tuckasegee River and Gold City Gem Mine. Southwestern Community College and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All amenities and decor were very good. Only issue was that the fireplace was not available due to awaiting maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mike A.

Great views!!

All in all an enjoyable experience which was very relaxing. The area is super quiet with fantastic views. Would recommend to anyone!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Family long weekend

Great views Kitchen had everything we needed We had a amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Wonderful stay with beautiful views!

This property was wonderful! We spent a ton of time on the deck with the beautiful view. It was great for three couples!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Our stay at Wildbird

Everything was wonderful. The views were amazing and being able to stay with my whole family in one peaceful place. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in Sylva.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dayna S.

Watch the weather roll by

This house has everything plus the view! We really enjoyed our stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

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

Great view

Loved out stay - stunning view! Coming up the driveway was a little rough - but worth it to enjoy the view :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol J.

Gorgeous views, bird feeders, private trail.

I picked this property because of the Gorgeous views and they did not disappoint! Sunrises for days. Extra bonus was 2 bird feeders to fill and a private trail to the stream.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

Beautiful house, beautiful view

Fantastic location, the road up was mostly gravel but little trouble to negotiate with all-wheel drive vehicle. The view was worth the drive! Very comfortable, relaxing accommodations. Great place to sit and enjoy the outdoors. Home is within a few minutes of Dillsboro, Sylva, and within 20 minutes of Waynesville. Stop in at Barber Orchard on your way and pick up some apples, have a cup of coffee and an apple fritter! We had a great visit to the area and will return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Fantastic views!

Views out the back windows and from the hot tub are fantastic!! Once the hot tub warmed up, it was the perfect spot to relax after a long day of hiking. So many great hikes a short distance from the house. Especially loved the private path down to the creek - great spot to enjoy a cocktail and listen to the stream. House is very comfortable and pretty well equipped. 4 wheel/AWD is a good idea for the driveway! Overall great place for a mountain get-a-way!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Very private much needed get-away

This is the second time we’ve stay here. It’s super private with beautiful views. The house is great. Feels like home! The only thing I didn’t care for was the 4pm check-in and the 10am check-out. Felt rushed to get out on the last day. Overall great place but I’ll rethink another stay with the costs and feeling jipped on time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Beautiful

House was very clean and beds comfortable. Beautiful view of the Smokey Mountains and very much enjoyed our times just sitting on back porch. We also loved the sweet short hike right from the backyard to a lovey bench besides a small creek. Sylva is our favorite little town in the area and it was super close. Highly recommend. Not a lot of spices but the ice maker worked great. All the glasses and kitchen wares you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

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

Amazing mountain views

Home was clean. comfortable bed. Kitchen had everything we could need. When you first walk in the view of the mountains is breathtaking. My wife thought it was a little creepy that there was no blinds in the main bathroom.you should seriously do something with the road. We had a truck and we had to had to use 4wheel drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!

We stayed at Wild Bird View while visiting our daughter at WCU. The house was comfortable, well stocked, and clean with a BEAUTIFUL view! We enjoyed the hot tub, the hike down the peaceful trail to the creek, and the serene surroundings. It is one of the best places I have stayed and I will definitely be back!! The driveway is a little scary, but my daughter's old model celica made it in and out with no problems. In bad weather I'd definitely like a 4wd, but we had no difficulties. Absolutely lovely weekend at a lovely house! If I could give it 6 stars, I would!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Austin H.

Fall vacation w/ family at Wild Bird Drive

What an amazing house and property! We came down to NC to visit family and wanted to have our own place for us and our sweet pup, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful, spacious, well-appointed spot. Words and pictures can't describe how great the views of the mountains are from the decks, sitting room, and the lovely hot tub. Although the driveway is steep, it is in good shape and manageable, I would simply recommend doing it for the first time in daylight. The house is very secluded and surrounded by beautiful trees, something that was even more noticeable with the gorgeous changing leaves. We also loved Sally's Trail down to the creek! We really appreciate the owners' sharing their home for such a reasonable price, and we hope to rent again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Franklin G.

Amazing! Just what we needed!

The back deck view was amazing! Tho it was the same scene in one sense you could watch the changes through out the day! You could witness the reason the area was called, "The Great Smoky Mountains." You got to see several mountain ranges as the "smoke" cleared on a sunny day. God's handiwork on that open canvas changed many times while we were there. The hot tub was a bonus! You can view the mountains from it. The driveway can be a challenge at first. If it is winter you would want a all wheel drive vehicle.😊 The house is comfortable with lots of room for relaxing and doing your own thing. Read, stream, watch tv or nap! Nice kitchen with most things you would need. We hope to return in the future!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quwanda J.

Absolutely Amazing

The stay was absolutely amazing!! We enjoyed ourselves and we will be back in the future!!! A great getaway for my birthday!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa J.

10/10

Such a cozy home with a spectacular view! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend to all!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Perfect! 🍁🍂🧡

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home! The name "Wild Bird View" was a very good description of its location! The driveway was a bit tricky, but became a fun little challenge each time we would come and go! A four wheel drive would be a must if your stay might be in the wintertime! The view...Wow! We hit the peak fall colors perfectly!! Just awesome to sit and really take in God's majesty! We loved morning dips in the hot tub and relaxing by the fireplace each evening. We had everything we needed, except we could not find an iron...but, oh well...it was vacation! We used the wrinkle releaser spray and was on our way! Sally's trail was so neat..we really enjoyed it and loved that it was right behind the house! Our stay was problem free and perfect! An awesome getaway...wonderful memories were made!! 💖
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

Wild Bird View

Beautiful view and our timing for leaf changes was perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Friends vacation

The view was spectacular from inside the home and outside the home
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Beautiful views

Great home with wonderful views and well stocked kitchen. Definitely would need a four wheel drive in winter! We had a great time and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Amazing Mountain View From Nice Home

Our family enjoyed the Mountain View and the well appointed and comfortable home. There was hiking on the property and the hot tub was a plus! The drive up the mountain to the house was an adventure as well. We recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Great Vacation Spot

Loved every moment of our time at Wild Bird View. The house was very clean and tidy, and the view is outstanding. Location is very convenient to the highway and to the towns of Dillsboro/Sylva and Franklin. There is a trail behind the house that leads to a small creek and the kids had an absolute blast playing in the water. It was awesome not having to pack up into a car to travel to another location. We could just enjoy spending the day at the home playing in the woods. We hope to be back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Lovely getaway

We stayed at the cabin for our early 19th anniversary. I must say the cabin was very clean and cozy. The views were spectacular! Driveway was a little intimidating at first but after a few times it was no problem :) It rained most of the time we were there but we made the best out of it with movies, and card games and cooking in overall a very relaxing time! We hope to rent again maybe in the fall, I can just imagine the view with the fall foliage..
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

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