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Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove

Skinny Dippin'

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This gorgeous, contemporary eco-retreat is located in the town of Tuckasegee at an elevation of 2,800 feet. Unique touches like a wood-burning stove and an outdoor shower help make this a special place. Beautifully situated on 11 private acres, this home features stunning architecture, a light-filled living area, and an upper-level master suite. Take in the outdoors on the screened porch, and watch your kids enjoy the play area with swings and a slide. Pick wild blackberries and raspberries in the summer!

What’s nearby:
Hiking and sightseeing can be found nearby, as well as in Panthertown Valley. See one of the area’s several stunning waterfalls. The home is conveniently located between the towns of Cashiers and Sylva, only 15 minutes from Western Carolina University. Enjoy the close proximity to Dillsboro, Waynesville, Smoky Mountain National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Biltmore Estate.

Things to know:
Limited WiFi with a data limit - no streaming or downloading permitted
Full kitchen
Firewood not supplied
Pets not allowed
Limited cell service and GPS
Not motorcycle accessible
Maximum parking spaces: 4
*This property has direct access to Cedar Cliff Lake*

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tuckasegee

Located in Tuckasegee, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Country Side Bowling Lanes and Cashiers Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute, or check out an event or a game at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tuckasegee, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bear Creek Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Bear Creek Lake Access Area - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 50 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 52 min drive - 56.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Eatery & Canteen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Environmental Maint - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪A & L Country Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Flip & Whip Comfort Foods - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$362, 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 Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private eco-retreat with screened porch, play area, & wood stove located?

This family-friendly Tuckasegee holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Bear Creek Lake Access Area. Tuckasegee River and Bear Creek Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maricruz R.

Great family fun!!!

Close to wedding venue Running Cedar springs and wonderful place to relax and enjoy family time after the wedding!!!!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Awesome place!!

This place was just perfect! There was so much space. The kitchen was so well equipped! We had a perfect long weekend with our mostly grown kiddos!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Love this Place!!

We were working on the area so employees stayed here for the week. This is the 2nd time they've stayed here and they love it! It's clean, it's roomy and way cheaper than putting them all in a hotel. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Great place!

Easy access, clean, relaxing, recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari A.

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

Beautiful mountain home away from home!!!!

Fabulous home near Running Cedar springs wedding venue. Perfect for commute to our daughter’s wedding. We enjoyed kayaking on the river, ping pong, making smores and just enjoying family time as well. A. Will be retuning for celebrating wedding anniversaries.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

WCU getaway

Property has great bones with an amazing location. Layout is spacious and very well equipped for large family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Great House

Love the whole setup inside and out. House is clean and comfortable and roomy. There were 5 guys staying here while working in the area. They had plenty of room to relax after a hard day's work. This house was their favorite of the summer. Working with Vacasa is so EASY! Thanks for hosting us!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Perfect Location on the water!

This home is on a very scenic bend in the river with gorgeous views. The home is beautifully designed for families to enjoy with several river toys (kayaks, SUPs, canoes). We hope to return to Skinny Dip!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

The Perfect Getaway

This home is the perfect getaway, and the perfect blend of amenities and nature. The home has everything you could possibly need with a view to die for. This is our 2nd stay, and it was perfect. We relaxed, enjoyed some snow, and even found a ton of rocks and gems down by the river.

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

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

Tuckasegee

“This is the best place we have ever stayed at in N.C.!”,as per our kids. Great home with a frontage on a dammed river. Kids spent the time fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Took hikes, went white water rafting, and visited Bryson City. Great trip and are looking forward to renting this home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dolores L.

Skinny Dip

Everything except the driveway.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Highly recommended

I will be looking to book this place every time I visit my family there. Beautiful place with a lot of space and everything you need! I have stayed at many places and never seen a place like this with so stocked with everything you need. From kitchen utensils, appliances, outdoor activities, etc . One of a kind place!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karin K.

Great rental, incredible views

Our group of 10 loved this place! Kitchen/pantry was huge and well stocked with dishes/utensils/appliances. Beautiful secluded property, incredible views. Lots for the kids to do inside and out. Adults enjoyed the deck and fire pit. Driveway is steep and twisty, would be wary on a snowy or icy day but otherwise fine. We would stay again.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin Q.

Should be featured in a magazine

The home and property are incredible. It looks like something out of a magazine or on a TV show. The home has so much space and is one with nature. The view overlooking the canyon and river must be the most beautiful view I've seen in NC.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Les H.

HEAVEN ON EARTH

This was our second time in 5yrs at this home. The home is nestled right into the hillside on a lake. The environment is very quiet and peaceful with lots of berries for the picking. We found the home to be very well maintained with quite a few modern upgrades. The location is perfect for all local attractions hiking, kayaking, whitewater rafting, fishing, relaxing..... ❤️❤️❤️
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Beautiful! Wonderful week with the family

8 of us enjoyed the beautiful house. We spent most of our time playing games, reading, and putting together puzzles. It had everything we needed. We had unexpected good January weather so went kayaking a couple days. The pictures don’t do the view justice. The water is close and more beautiful than expected. We would definitely stay again!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Erin H.

We loved the lake!

We have been vacationing here for 6 years and we love the house and location. This was the first year there has been a full lake due to the dam renovations. We loved relaxing, floating and finding fun rocks to jump off of. All three families loved our time here again. Unfortunately, the oven was broken and we were not made aware of that beforehand. Since it is a remote location, we bring food and plan to cook all of our meals. We were disappointed in the communication from Vacasa which was sporatic and misleading. The oven was not repaired during our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Perfect for Graduation

This house is beautiful, and location is amazing! We rented for my daughter's WCU graduation, and it was perfect. A couple broken appliances but were not a big issue for us and I'm sure they will be fixed for the next group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Libby L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The house was very dirty the floors had not been mopped in a long time. The cabinets and drawers in the kitchen where dirty the coffee cups were dirty there was roaches in the house and down stairs had a musky mildew smell. The carpet had stains and it smelled like animals had peed everywhere downstairs. I will never rent this place again. Also in the review it claims to have 5 bedrooms when it only has 4, Do not rent!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

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

Serene retreat beside the river

This home is beautifully sited without and planned within. You always want a large and well-equipped kitchen and numerous dining places and this had it all, whether working on the dining room table or lounging at the patio table, or using the table in the screened porch. Games, puzzles and dinner plates, no problem. The Tuckaseegee River, down a small path, provide natural wonder, swimming, floating and fishing. You could hear it at night from the bedrooms, soothing and constant. A place of great beauty, great fun, now great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra R.

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

The house was big enough for everyone to spread out and had plenty to do!

The kids loved the low level of the water and played in it every day. They loved the kids kayaks. They also enjoyed the "playground." We enjoyed spreading out. With 6 adults and 4 kids aged 2 1/2 to 9, we had plenty of room to be together or apart as needed. Grandma and Grandpa really enjoyed the quiet, spacious, master suite. The property description needs 2 small tweaks-- Describe the main entrance better. It's not just a sign on a tree. Also, it's the bottom lock that works, not the top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

The S.

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

Do NOT Rent a VACASA owned home through VRBO

and honestly not sure VRBO has a heart. I'm sure there were many people who rented something in beautiful Western NC that the utter destruction of Hurricane Helene upended. Ours was in Tuckasegee an area that the state of NC declared a state of emergency and prohibited travel to by anyone other than official emergency help. Neither VRBO nor VACAS, despite sending actual NC gov. info., refused to acknowledge the actual conditions in the area. They blithely said everything was fine. If all we lose is two nights rental it will be nothing in comparison to what the communities will go through to rebuild their beautiful towns. We will go back to WNC whenever they are ready for us. But we will never rent from the heartless VACASA or VRBO. We heart WNC.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend of grilling, ping pong, fishing, kayaking, and just sitting in the sun! The house had plenty of kitchen amenities and room for us to spread out. We failed to bring coffee, so had to make a morning run, but they had a grinder, coffee pot, and even plenty of sugar (also a variety of spices were available for meals). Thanks so much!! Beautiful view and a secluded cove- perfect spot for Skinny Dippin’!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! It was perfect for our family. We’re excited about planning to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

travel agent

the location was great. beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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