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Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC

River Romance

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Set on almost a half-acre, this stilted river cottage is the perfect getaway! Just a few feet from the Tuckasegee River but also close to town, this retreat is perfect for groups looking to get a real sense of the mountain atmosphere. Walk just a half-mile into Dillsboro to shop, dine, or canoe the river. Trails also fill the area for hiking and exploring the surrounding mountains.

The thoughtful orientation of this modest-sized cabin keeps the river-song in your ears and heart. Guests can use the hot tub on the front deck, the outdoor firepit (bring your own firewood), and the covered picnic shelter. Inside, you'll find a compact, but full kitchen as well as a main bedroom with a large TV with surround sound speakers.

This home also includes central heating and air-conditioning.

Things to know

Cell and GPS services are limited in this area

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

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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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

No pets allowed
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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

Property # 1635481vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Country Side Bowling Lanes and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail. Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Western Carolina University - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 25 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 27 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mabel's Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC on 22 Jul 2026 start from £89, 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 Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Poteet Memorial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 114 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Meli C.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The laundry room is under the home in a very awkward place and is dark there is no light. There is no shops to shop really for souvenirs either and there was dog poop under the bed when we arrived it was quite nasty. I would love to talk to somebody about this.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found our stay to be prefect! Everything was better than expected! We came just wanting a quiet getaway in nature... and left with some of the best memories I've ever made.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer N.

Good location

Good location
Verified

8/10 Good

Tonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice quiet place we really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely recommend visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Greg N.

Great get away!!!

We loved the location of the cabin. The covered porch on the back was great. The covered shelter by the river was also very nice. We also enjoyed a fire each night and the steps down to the river was wonderful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha S.

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

Great weekend getaway

Great location for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cabin was very clean and the creek was so peaceful! The only thing I would suggest is to trim down the brush at the driveway so it would be easier to see oncoming traffic when pulling out of the property. Other than that, it was an awesome place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Netty B.

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

River Romance Cabin

Loved our stay here. Perfect location on the river. Cabin and hot tub clean. Communicated minor issues that needed to be fixed with company so they could be fixed for the next people. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location, appreciated the cleanliness, and loved the hot tub. Your thoughtful comments about the minor issues are truly appreciated, as they help us enhance the experience for future guests. It’s fantastic to know you’d be happy to stay with us again. Wishing you all the best until your next visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Moulton L.

Perfectly situated on the river and near town!

Quiet, private, killer deck on the river, comfy and clean!! Looks just like the pictures online. We will be back soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Craig M.

GREAT STAY

Nice Place. Great stay. Enjoyed the water.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robbie W.

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

Wonderful

Excellent location, excellent property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Trout fishing trip

Great trip for my husband, my son, and I. Cabin was perfect in both size and location for us to trout fish all day, every day from the yard. Truly enjoyed it. The best part was the location of the cabin and that it was right on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
The property is kind of shabby, doors delaminating, mirror edges worn. The couch was very uncomfortable with springs you could feel when you sat down. Shouldn’t have to strip the beds and start laundry when paying that much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying with Vacasa at River Romance and for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your honesty and are always looking for ways to improve our properties. Your comments regarding the furnishings and condition of the home have been noted and will be shared with the appropriate teams for review. We’d also like to clarify that stripping the beds or starting laundry is only a suggestion, not a requirement. It’s simply a helpful courtesy for our cleaning team, and we appreciate your consideration either way. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

Cozy!!

Such a great stay we will be back soon!!!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Delores M.

Cozy and private

We loved the location. Loved sitting on the deck right on the river. Beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cute place. We enjoyed the set up of the cottage. Our favorite spot was the covered porch with the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

james s.

My partner made my stay great.not the housee

The river was gorgeous. The hot tub was very relaxing.Slept great
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

william S.

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

Great Place!

Close to town, but not too close. Amazing location near all amenities. The place was quaint and clean. I would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Zackery H.

Always a Delight

Love this cozy little place. Can’t wait to book my stay for next year
Verified

4/10 Poor

Isabella H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The view and hot tub was the only good thing about this place!Master bedroom ceiling looked like it could come down anytime had pieces crumbing into the floor the bedrooms and whole house had a terrible musky smell almost like the home was molded which by the looks of the interior that was a good possibility if you stayed in the home for more than an hour you developed a headache, the air filter also looked as if it hadn’t been changed in well over a month. We braved it for one night but sat up most of the night going out for fresh air.The house was surface clean but had some deeper issues. We tried to get relocated but the local vacassa property manager told us she couldn’t relocate us because there wasn’t any real issue. And offered to bring over a dehumidifier which was definitely a red flag obviously they must of known the house had some moisture issues.I’ve tried to get a refund but have yet to get anything back because we only stayed one night of Our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

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

Cute river cabin

The cabin is quaint and peaceful. Great location near Dillsboro/Sylva with easy access to Cullowhee.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Great cabin on the Tuckasegee!

Location, location, location. This is a perfect location! It's close to everything you need and if you like trout fishing, you're able to catch them in the backyard. Will be a yearly visit now that we found the perfect spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joannah H.

The view

My family love this area. The view and how peaceful the place is awesome. Recommend to bring a fan because it gets hot time to time. Definitely planning to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Hi Joannah, thank you for choosing our lovely home. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the view. We'd like to remind you that our home is equipped with central AC to keep you cool and comfortable during your stay. We hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sherry H.

Peaceful

House sits on Beautifu House has beautiful river front with large deck and hot tub.Very quiet and peaceful
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

James ..

Old house with great river access

This house is old, and it feels it: creaky, drafty, and tight fits throughout (bigger folks will NOT enjoy the toilet). Access to the river, the view from the upper deck, and the quiet area made the house issues more bearable, but we will not be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2025
Hello James, thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate your honest feedback as it helps us grow and improve. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the river access, the beautiful view from the upper deck, and the peacefulness of the area. I’m sorry to hear that the house felt a bit old with creaky floors, drafts, and tight spaces that made things uncomfortable for some in your group. I regret that we didn’t fully meet those expectations this time. We would be grateful for the opportunity to welcome you back and provide you with the experience you truly deserve.

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