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Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing!

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Exterior
Property grounds
Tuckasegee River (Across from Community)
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Adjoining

Toilet · Shower only

Adjoining Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing!

Retreat to the Smokies and visit Rainbow Run, where you and your family will want to return every year! This charming two bed, two bath cottage is set in the quaint river community known as River Side Acres. Our beautiful home is within close proximity to some of the best trout fishing in the south east. Enjoy access to the community area right by the river where you and your family and friends can fish and picnic with the beautiful scenery of the mountains. The home features an open floor plan that is perfect for family getaways. This brand new build features luxurious furnishings such as beautiful hardwood floors, brand new appliances and bedding, Smart TV and Roku, and a custom stone outdoor firepit! Relax for a spell and take in the mountain air from our spacious wrap around porch. The convenience of the location paired with the seclusion provided by the surrounding trees allows you to experience the best of both worlds at Rainbow Run. Book now and be among the first to experience this one of a kind mountain getaway!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Cherokee Mountainside Theatre and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Country Side Bowling Lanes and Sequoyah National Golf Club. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Western Carolina University - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 24 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 26 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 28 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Patron - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing!?

As of 11 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing! on 24 May, 2026 start from S$225, 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 Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rainbow Run- Luxury Home in River Community, Fire Pit, Great Fishing! located?

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

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. 79 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable for Thanksgiving holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec, 2025
Bobbie, We're glad to see you enjoyed your Thanksgiving holiday with us! With any luck we'll be able to host you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great property in a nice location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2022
Thank you, Susan! We would be delighted to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Easy check in and out. Beautiful place! However, only one of the front porch lights worked, only one living room light (an inset light) worked and part of one burner light up on the grill
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
Shelly We're glad to see that you enjoyed your stay!! In the future be sure to let us know about any issues you experience so we can make sure to correct the issue while you're still in house. With any luck we will be able to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Awesome get away

We really enjoyed the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce T.

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

Great location! Close to town but secluded. House is in great shape and has everything you need.

Great experience from booking to arriving. Would rent this location again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
We are delighted to hear that you have enjoyed your experience with our rental, as well as our Reservations Team. We would be more than happy to have you come back and visit with us any time!
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10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

End of the road Cabin

Lovely, serene place to stay! Cabin was very comfortable and well kept.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Great experience. Very easy check-in and check-out process.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and had a pleasant check in experience! You are always welcome to stay with us. Thank you for being such a great guest in our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Great weekend getaway

We needed a last minute place for the weekend while visiting our daughter at WCU and this place ticked all the boxes. Amazing views, lots of options to sit and chill, play games or just enjoy nature from the deck. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2025
Matt, It's great to see that our property not only fulfilled all your needs but exceeded your expectations. With any luck we will be able to host you on all your future trips visiting your daughter.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda A.

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

Wonderful and will stay again

This is the second time we have stayed here and both times were wonderful. Very clean, quiet, convenient to WCU, well stocked home. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2024
Rhonda, It is always a pleasure to host repeat guests and we are so glad you are wanting to stay with us again. The pleasure is all ours, we look forward to hosting such a respectable guest again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

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

Getaway

Great relaxing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2023
Thank you Todd, we're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Love this house!

This was our second stay at this lovely house. Perfect weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2020
Thank you for coming back to stay with us again, please come back for a visit any time! We hope to see you all again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette F.

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

Comfortable House

We enjoyed family time at this house. We liked the gas fireplace and comfy beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2021
Thank you, Lynette!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Winter family getaway

Our family of three thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cabin was perfect for us. The towns of Sylva and Dillsboro were so festive for Christmas and conveniently close!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2020
We are happy to hear you enjoyed our cozy town. We hope to see you stay with us in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evan b.

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

Weekend stay

We enjoyed our weekend at this home. It was extremely clean and very well appointed. We would stay in this home again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2022
Thank you for your feedback! We would be happy to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Fly fishing weekend cabin

Great place to relax after fly fishing on the Tuck. Great views, privacy and comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2022
Thank you for your feedback, Paul! We would be happy to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrilee F.

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

Peaceful and relaxing. Just what we needed.

Easy process, accurate listing and helpful property management.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2021
Thank you, Derrilee!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbi C.

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

Family getaway

Everything was so clean and organized! We had a nice peaceful getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
We would love to host you again, Barbi!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

Girls weekend

My mom, sisters, and niece had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2022
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable seating and wonderful mattresses. Everything was great, except some light bulbs were burned out, couldn’t adjust alarm clocks and toaster was an issue. The realty agency was no help regarding alarm clocks and the paperwork was extensive to rent. Never did talk to Host.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2025
Hi Thomas, Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the comfort of the home, and we apologize for any inconvenience you may have encountered during your stay. Your feedback helps us improve for future guests, and we truly appreciate your honesty. If your travels bring you back this way, we'd be delighted to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Another Awesome Vacation

This property is superb. You will want for nothing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2022
Thank you for your feedback! We would be happy to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Beautiful retreat

The cabin was beautiful, neat and clean. Had everything we needed. We were taking a tour of WCU, very close by. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your kind review! You were a joy to host and we hope to see you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

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

Beautiful cabin

Everything was provided for. The bed was so comfortable and the cabin very clean. Will definitely visit again because my son goes to school there at WCU
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Dana, Thank you for taking the time to review our home. We are so happy to hear that you will be staying with us again in the future. Go Catamounts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great summer getaway!

Beautiful setting and location! My husband, son and his best friend thoroughly enjoyed the trout fishing. Cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Very relaxing atmosphere! Even our two very high strung dogs were able to relax! We will definitely be back for another visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Jennifer, We are so glad to see that not only did you enjoy your time but your furry friends did as well. I wanted to thank you for following all house rules and encourage you to book with us again. It would be our pleasure to host such a respectable group.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario F.

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

A+

Great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2021
Thank you, Mario!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake G.

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

Great house and location

Nice house with modern finishes. Appreciated the complementary firewood for the fire pit. Great view from atop the hill. Perfect quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

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