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Cabin near Western Carolina University in Cullowhee

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A house surrounded by dense forest, with a wooden staircase leading to a deck.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a sign reading 'RIVERS EDGE'.
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
A conservatory with a dining table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cullowhee, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cullowhee

On waterfront.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Cullowhee cabin, you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Western Carolina University and Judaculla Rock are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Western Carolina University - 7 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Lake Glenville - 16 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 41 min drive - 32.7 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 41 min drive - 37.4 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtyard Dining Hall - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Cullowhee Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Which Wich? - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!

Our River Front chalet has a total of 4 bedrooms. The upper level has three bedrooms and 2 full baths, den, kitchen and dining area. On the ground level is a small efficiency kitchen, living room, dining area and a 4th ensuite bedroom. The deck area has a view of the River and grill for your use. Dog Friendly with $115 pet fee.

Non Smoking

Signed rental agreement and Security deposit hold paid off platform required

Pet fee $115 per dog

You have access to the entire property.

Keycode entry.

Available via email, text, phone.
This property requires a $400 refundable security deposit that will be collected separately by the property.

Signed rental agreement required by the property.

Quiet Hours 10pm-8am

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

This property requires a $400 refundable security deposit that will be collected separately by the property.
Signed rental agreement required by the property.
Quiet Hours 10pm-8am. No smoking inside the property

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Up to 2 pets with appropriate pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

546239
Chalet

Frequently asked questions

How close is Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! to the airport?

This cabin is 62.1 mi (79-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!?

As of Jun 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! on Jun 23, 2026 start from $777, 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.

Does Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! to downtown Cullowhee?

This cabin is 3.1 mi away from Cullowhee.

Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, was easily able to accommodate our 9 guests. Host was very responsive and communicative. House is an easy commute to WCU or downtown Sylva.Will look to book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location. Host was great and neighbors were friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot on the river. Plenty of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

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

Great stay!!!!

Great home to stay in! Very clean and such a relaxing atmosphere!!! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alishia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Spacious, separate upstairs and downstairs living areas and patios.We used the river access daily for some fly fishing. Multiple rentals in the immediate neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Mountain getaway

I spent a nice evening with my son and his friends who attend WCU. Convenient location and great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Everett H.

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

Hello WCU

Family trip to Cullowhee to move in our freshmanat WCU. Very nice river home in quiet neighborhood. Our grandsons enjoyed the game room and we all enjoyed a good night’s sleep every night. We were very comfortable and will want to come back again and again.Thank you,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R.

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

Wedding day

Property was clean and plenty spacious. We stayed with family while attending our daughters wedding in Tuckasegee.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Rivers Edge

The house was wonderful, and the property was just as described. Very clean, easy to communicate with Mike the manager, and very quiet. Close to Cullowhee and easy to find and get to. Thank you sharing your lovely home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Relaxing on the Tuckasegee

We were all (5 this time) students at WCU in 1977-1981 and wanted to get together and visit the campus and surrounding area. Some of us hadn’t seen each other in 30 years. The River’s Edge was a great place for us. It was very nice and clean as well as close to the campus and the Sylva area. A great place for relaxing on the Tuckasegee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Wedding

We attended for our daughter’s wedding. The property suited our needs very well. Everything was in working condition except one of the upstairs bath exhaust fans.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Spacious River house

My family had a great time at the property. It was as described and very clean. Beds were comfy. Download the Lake view app so you can track when the river will rise from the Dam. We didn’t catch any trout but we did when we travelled about 15 mins from the house. Great location to get to many of the nearby towns in 30mins or less. My boys loved the game room and the river out back. Would definitely recommended and the Christmas tree and decor made the home comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

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

Great weekend with extended family

Wonderful. Came up for senior night basketball at WCU. Everyone had their own space and privacy. Modern and simple decor, nothing overdone. Lots of “new”. Property managers responded quickly to request and was helpful and accommodating. Layout is a little wonky downstairs but very minor detail. River access, room to walk dog. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Trout Fishing Trip June 2025

We enjoyed our week on the river! It was wonderful to catch trout right outside the door. Exactly what we were hoping for! Small town, but a lot that is close. We enjoyed fishing, river rafting, hiking to see waterfalls,Gem mining, and found a lot of good little places to eat. Would definitely recommend for the family that likes to fish and the ones just looking for a reset away from home. I only reached out to the owner once and his response time was remarkable. The layout for the home would even be great for two families. The downstairs is a home of its own. The fire pit is wonderful (there is so much I could have done in just that spot, especially in the fall) - plenty of yard space if you have a dog, game room & hot tub were great entertainment for the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George W.

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

Great House and Great Host

We wanted a place close enough to WCU without being too close, and the hassle of being to far up the mountain and miles of gravel roads. Easy access right off the main road and short drive down a very well maintained gravel road. Plenty of room for everybody, great hot tub, and right in the river. Awesome Host!! Great communication and covered all the basis (wifi, tv operations, door codes, hot tub operations, etc….) on the first contact, when we rented, and on a follow up email the day of check-in. Every little detail was covered and made a huge difference because we got there later than expected, in the pouring rain and easily got everything unpacked and got the house up and running quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Beautiful riverside property

Family had a wonderful time for a long weekend. Layout is a little quirky but function great for us. We had experienced one issue with the house but owner was fast to have corrected with minimal inconvenience. Nice level property and decks overlooking the river are very nice. Convenient to WCU, Sylva, and Dillsboro but far enough away from everything as well. Only thing that would have made it better was if the main road wasn’t on the other side of the river. Road noise during the day/evening interferes with the tranquility at times. Definitely would stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

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

Little slice of paradise!

Our stay at this home was truly unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the stunning views – the pictures simply don’t do it justice! Every morning felt like waking up in a dream, surrounded by natural beauty. The home itself has a special charm, cozy and inviting, and it’s clear that the owners put so much thought into every detail. The hosts were incredible – warm, responsive, and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. They truly made us feel at home, and it’s clear they care deeply about providing an exceptional experience for their guests. This little slice of paradise left us relaxed, refreshed, and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable getaway! Side-note: they even had emergency supplies of power went out, which we have experienced in the past with other vacation rentals, and literally sat there with our cell phones in the dark so nice to know they’re prepared for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Amanda D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Owner was very responsive and communicative. There is a busy highway across the way so bring ear plugs for morning traffic. There were no screens on windows/doors so we could open them for fresh air because the bugs flew in. As a whole the house needs some TLC. The game room was swept, but dirt was swept under the air hockey table (which didn't have enough air flow to play) and not vacuumed. Water out of tub upstairs was light rust colored every time we turned it on. Cheese grater/zester had so much rust we were unable to use it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and location, but needs TLC

The view was beautiful, but the house needed some serious TLC. The hot tub was clear the first day but by the 3rd day it turned a rusty orange, owner sent cleaning person out to drain and reclean. I think there’s a problem with the water lines, it’s a beautiful house in a beautiful location, I think they just need to hire cleaning people that know how to do a deep clean. The property managers or owners did try to get someone out to reclean it but being a holiday week it was hard. They also did do their best to make us happy and did refund a portion of our stay, for the hassle. Hopefully they can find better cleaning people in the future, because it is a great place to stay especially with a large group of people. We had 8 plus a dog and baby and plenty of room to spread out. With a little cleaning and TLC this place would be a perfect getaway retreat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephanie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Enjoyed our stay, but could use some updating

Overall enjoyed our stay and feel like this was accurately described online, but felt it would be helpful for future guests to make a couple notes. This is a huge house and with a group of 6, it was nice to have the two main living spaces. But the whole thing is connected together like a weird maze. Two of the bedrooms are connected, meaning you have to walk through one bedroom to get to the bathroom. It was OK for our group since we only used 3 rooms, but I could see how this could be really inconvenient. The dishwasher isn't properly anchored to the wall and we narrowly avoided disaster the first time we unloaded it. There was definitely dirt/unwashed surfaces and the furniture is pretty old/worn in. Again, we enjoyed our stay, had plenty of room and loved the view of the river but these were just the couple items that seemed worth pointing out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Nice stay for family weekend at WCU!

My family stayed at this property for parent's weekend. The location is remote - and it is beautiful and tranquil. Overall it was a great place for an extended family to stay. If you are traveling with individuals who have limited mobility, it is worth noting that the "main floor" is up a flight of stairs. There is a second living room and small kitchen on the lower floor in addition to the one on the upper floor. There is also one bedroom that needs to go through the another bedroom to access the living spaces and bathroom. It wasn't an issue for us at all, but it might be for someone else. We loved the outdoor fire pit and the river just behind the house. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

River weekend

Great property at a wonderful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Terrific Weekend

Terrific place for a relaxing long weekend. All was as advertised. The only minor drawback is that Route 107 is located 100 yards across the river, however the road noise was not a major distraction.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Great location and River access

We were very happy with the house and the owners are the most wonderful people. They responded to messages very quickly and even addressed my feedback about replacing a Queen bed as soon as they got a chance, well turns out they had a King ready to replace and asked if they could come during our visit to replace it to make our stay more enjoyable. Really enjoyed talking to them and hearing their plans for the house in the future. Will definitely look to stay here again. Great close access to WCU and the house has steps down to the river so you can tube down if you come prepared for that. Cell service is limited but the wifi service in the house was great. We even go to enjoy a couple of reservoir releases by Duke Energy to see the river rise, one planned and one not planned LOL. No worries, water doesnt come close to the house but was fun to watch the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janiri F.

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

Thanks. I love the place

Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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