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Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace

Along the River Cottage

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In the town of Cullowhee, at an elevation of 2400 feet, this riverfront cottage has 180 feet of river frontage. Free from the bustle of hurried living, relax among the tall trees that surround the home. Take in a morning cup of coffee while rocking on the porch that overlooks the river. Listen to the birds sing and relax in the cool mountain air. A stone fire pit is located behind the cottage. Kick back in front of the fireplace or take a soak in the hot tub on the back deck.

What’s nearby:
Come visit this Smoky Mountain home where you have access to hiking, fishing, golfing, whitewater rafting, tubing, skiing, shopping, dining & gambling. The home is located between Sylva and Cashiers, 15 minutes to Dillsboro and the Smoky Mountain Railroad. Enjoy trout fishing, swimming or tubing from your backyard on the Tuckasegee River.

Things to know:
Full kitchen (no dishwasher)
Free WiFi
1 dog maximum
Fireplace only available from October through March
Maximum parking spaces: 2
Limited cell service and GPS

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

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.

Dock details:

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.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,226 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

23436

About the area

Map
Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Judaculla Rock - 16 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Lake Glenville - 25 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Einstein Bros. Bagels - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hillside Grind Coffeehouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Java City Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Tuckasegee River and Nantahala National Forest. Western Carolina University and Judaculla Rock are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Corey A.

Beautiful
Such a beautiful place to stay. We enjoyed every second of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Milota S.

Cozy Cottage
We really enjoyed the river access and hot tub. The size of the cottage was very comfortable for our family. The road noise was loud at times but unavoidable due to the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Susan H.

Lovely stay
Location, porch, hot tub
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan I.

Liked: Check-in
Riverfront cabin with hot tub
Rough trip for our family. Hoping your family has a better stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin W.

Peaceful
The house was great. A great location. Easy access to the property. The area was very quiet and very peaceful. I would most definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

cheryl d.

Pleased Overall
The river and the view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Best mountain vacation ever
This place is gorgeous, the location is amazing, the hot tub was empty, the property manager filled it up the next day, we loved it and look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Great spot!
What a great location. Everything was as advertised. It’s a great spot if you are visiting WCU
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jesse P.

Nice private spot on the river
Loved the private river access, gas fireplace, and close proximity to Cullowhee where we toured Western Carolina University.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne g.

Was a great stay close to Western Carolina
Cabin was great as was the hot tub - they have hard water but nothing that snobowl won’t cure
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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8/10 Good

Stephanie E.

Beautiful area
The yard was very well maintained, beautiful views, quiet neighborhood. Was not in a secluded area but rarely saw neighbors. The road on the other side of the river was busy and loud with quite a bit of traffic. House could use a good deep cleaning. The back deck needs some desperate attention due to rotting and loose boards and nails sticking up. The hot tub didn’t have any steps so some people in our party couldn’t even get in.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Kathleen B.

Birthday weekend
The kitchen was well stocked, plenty of towels, and blankets provided. Close proximity to Western Carolina University.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

eason a. s.

The Staffords
Had a wonderful stay hoping to return soon. Need to replace some light bulbs and keep some on hand.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angelica F.

Beautiful
Really close to Western Carolina University. Very Clean beautiful river. Friendly neighbors
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tim R.

Disliked: Communication
Great out of the way riverfront cabin
We really enjoyed our stay. Be sure to bring what you need, because the closest store is in Silva. The information about GPS not being correct was not true. The grill needs new burners, but cooked brats just fine. There are loose deck boards and the steps to the hot tub need repairs. The hot tub was awesome! The place was very clean! Bring ice, too! The Wi-Fi information sent to use was not correct. The correct information was found in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

Jason M.

Outdated property on segment of river
The property was ok overall. The house is outdated with old furniture and appliances. If you are looking for a rustic place to stay then it works just fine. Shower water smells bad. If you want something nice then look elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Amelia F.

JKF
It's very peaceful and relaxing everything in a place was okay but we did have a small little problem with some bugs in the house other than that the place was great

6/10 Okay

Stevi L.

Disliked: Communication
Ok but won’t go again
Had a good time just getting away with the family for a few days in the middle of nowhere. Liked the atmosphere and location to the river but description did not include the highway being right there. The hot tub would not heat and after 2 days and 5 phone conversations with property management we were told no one would be coming to fix it. When booking places to stay, amenities are on the list of reasons I pick a place. Things happen but, clear communication from the beginning would have made expectations more reasonable. I will not book a property with this management company again. Also, the neighbors, who are not extremely close, are quick to make a noise complaint. We made a fire one night down by the river in the fire pit on the property with our kids. We were back up in the cabin by 8:15 and in bed by 10, woke the next morning to a notice of a noise complaint. I understand being respectful of neighbors and I feel we definitely were. The neighbors don’t seem to like having a rental property there and complain very easily. Nice area and we will be back but not to this specific house
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Nice weekend getaway
Enjoyed the house. Zero cell service but WiFi was good, cute house. Unfortunately, did not have time to use the hot tub, but we did check it out and it was clean and warm. My only issue was the well water. It is stinky, but common for that area. Just take bottled water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Joyce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Very loud traffic construction starting at 7 am
Very noisy road construction and just traffic noise. Outdoor area dirty and broken furniture. Hot tub did not work. Steps leading to outdoor fire pit very dangerous Inside is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Melissa K.

Cozy, But That Water!
While the photos online made the cabin and furnishings appear newer, the cabin was cozy, well-stocked, comfortable and well-furnished. Our only serious complaint, and the reason we would not return, is the water. The water had such a high iron content that I could not even stand to brush my teeth with it. After washing my hands or showering, I smelled like rusty metal the rest of the day. If there was something that could be done to improve the water quality, the cabin would be a sweet retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay

Aaron F.

Will return assuming the Hot Tub is working
Positive: Great location being on river. Plenty of room, Internet worked great, and by connecting phones everyone kept service. Negative: Hot Tub didn't work. Table on deck by the grill was setup broken(we sat our steaks on grill to cook, and table collapsed soon as we pulled out the chair to sit down...chair was holding the leg in place). Being so close to river the water was brown, which we still used the showers, just used bottle water to brush teeth and drink. Didn't use the washing machine provided. Would be 5 star if hot tub would have worked, and we didn't loose our dinner result of table on deck.

8/10 Good

Amy W.

Cute cabin on banks of The Tuck
Husband, friends and I spent few days at this cute little cabin right on the Tuck. We loved the location although the highway directly across was quite busy due to construction. That’s temporary though. We had a little issue with check in but luckily housekeeper was in the area and knew the code to enter. We never received the final check in info. Could have been an issue with spotty WiFi in the area? The house was clean but could use a deep cleaning & kitchen cabinets were very unorganized. Possibly last renters just put things up Willy Nilly? Those are the only two reasons I didn’t give the place 5 stars. We didn’t use the hot tub and I recommend the dock gets some maintenance. It just wasn’t that inviting. The River was beautiful and husband had fun in his kayak. A four star review only because of the minor things I mentioned but would definitely stay there again. Easy access, plenty of room, cozy well appointed cabin. Thanks for sharing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Tim O.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Not well maintained
On arrival, the bush at the main porch entrance that you have to go though is overgrown. I had to dodge around it to get up the stairs. Property management sent an email or text (I can’t remember) with Wi-Fi instructions and they weren’t right. There was a different router and password for this property on a piece of paper tucked away on the kitchen counter. Hot tub had dirt in it. It clearly hadn’t been cleaned. The water was yellow and smelled bad. All the closest are full of stuff so you can’t really use them if you want. The drawers in the bedrooms have trash in them. There’s trash under the refrigerator, under the night stands etc. The night stands had a coat of dust on them. The property sent an auto generated message asking about cleanliness and when I responded to it, it came back as undeliverable. The house is either on well water or had a really bad hard water problem and it shows everywhere with real bed yellow staining. The property location is nice. The dock/porch on the river are nice to sit on, just know there is a road just on the other side of the river that is heavily trafficked. I can confidently say I wouldn’t recommend this property and I won’t be returning to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Cabin for a weekend
Cabin was exactly as described online. Peaceful location and well kept. Comfortable beds and stream was a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024