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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background. - Along the River Cottage (Cullowhee)
A wooden dining table with chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances. - Along the River Cottage (Cullowhee)
A wooden cabin with a porch, a covered outdoor seating area, and a small deck. - Along the River Cottage (Cullowhee)
A wooden interior hallway with a window, a door, and a small rug on the floor. - Along the River Cottage (Cullowhee)
A single-story house with a green roof, a front porch, and a small front yard. - Along the River Cottage (Cullowhee)
Along the River Cottage provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Along the River Cottage

  • Summary:

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



    The Space:

    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. 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 VueStay Vacations.



    Other Things to Note:

    Hot tub is currently out of service. We apologize for any inconvenience as we are working with a vendor for repair.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,226 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Cullowhee, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Judaculla Rock and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Cullowhee travel guide
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Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a forested valley with large rocks in the water.
    Tuckasegee River
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A clock tower with two clocks, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
    Western Carolina University
    7 min drive - 9.5 km
  • A calm lake surrounded by dense forests during sunset.
    Lake Glenville
    16 min drive - 21.2 km
  • A large hotel building with a sign that reads "Cherrypal Casino Hotel."
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    41 min drive - 52.6 km
  • A steam locomotive numbered 1702 with smoke billowing from its chimney, surrounded by autumnal trees.
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    41 min drive - 60.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Courtyard Dining Hall
    12 min drive
  • The Cullowhee Cafe
    12 min drive
  • Burger King
    15 min drive
  • Which Wich?
    12 min drive
  • Catamount Jaxe
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Along the River Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Along the River Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Along the River Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Along the River Cottage located?

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

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Along the River Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Very Good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 114 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was more worn than in the pictures. It was clean and was a good value for the money. Yard had lots of mole or vole tunnels making it hazardous to walk around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property especially the hot tub. Kayla Cooper did a GREAT job cleaning the property. She was very helpful instructing us on local places to "sight -see" and eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Smoky mountains fishing trip.

Our stay was amazing. From morning coffee by the river, to evenings in the hot tub listening to nature. Great location and a wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Little get away

Enjoyed our stay hot tub temperature didnt work but other than that we enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place in a quaint neighborhood on the Tuck!

Great family friendly place to stay. Fire pit right on the river with relatively easy access to the water. Didn't have any luck catching fish but had a blast while doing it. Gorgeous views all around. Would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to get away.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene

Quiet out of the way neighborhood. Comfy cabin, big dec/porch plus a porch overlooking the river. Just beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pleased Overall

The river and the view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin by the river

We were here to attend Open House for our son at Western Carolina University. The location was perfect and the space extremely comfortable and warm. Loved the fireplace and being able to go out to sit by the river and listen to nature. We will be back anytime we come to visit our son if he picks Western Carolina to go to College.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trout fishing

Got to check in early got settled and started enjoying the back porch and deck that over looked the river. Got two days of fishing and visiting the shops and breweries in Sylva and Bryson City when not fishing. Had steak night Saturday on porch grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Cleaning people suck.

It was a very nice property. But the sheets were dirty, The floor was grity, And a hot tub was broken. But the place is beautiful and if it was cleaned properly in the hot tub Worked .It would have been amazing. Hopefully they fired the cleaning people and got good ones That care about their job. And fixed the hottub. I would stsy there again of these things were done.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I enjoyed our stay, but home is a little dated as far as deck and dock appear need to be replaced as well as grill burn tubes rotted. They have done nice job on kitchen upgrades. Overall great place. I would stay again. Fair price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, not fancy but comfortable for a family. Close to lots of outdoor adventures. On a nice river with a good working hot tub. Hope to go back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and house! Hot tub was a big bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for us to stay for a family member's graduation from WCU. Beautiful surroundings in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026