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Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva!

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Living area
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva!

Welcome to Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins! This cozy cabin sits right on the peaceful Tuckasegee River, where you will wake up to soothing water sounds and enjoy quick access to the Great Smoky Mountains. Relax on the spacious deck perfect for fishing and grilling, with all the essentials for a comfortable stay.

🔸 Riverfront on Tuckasegee River
🔸 Spacious deck for fishing and grilling
🔸 Two queen bedrooms plus queen sofa bed
🔸 Five minutes to Dillsboro and Sylva
🔸 Stocked river for fishing

Set within a peaceful, family friendly campground, this cabin is perfectly located near scenic hiking trails and nature spots, with great places to eat just five minutes away in Sylva. From the property, you can enjoy unique views of the famous “Fugitive” train wreck across the river, adding a bit of local history to your relaxing getaway.

🔸 25 minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
🔸 Family friendly riverfront campground
🔸 Fire pit for cozy evenings
🔸 20 minutes to Cherokee
🔸 Essentials included: coffee, linens, towels, and more!
🔸 High speed wireless internet and smart Roku television

You will have full access to the entire cabin during your stay.

Please bring bug spray and firewood if you would like to use the fire pit. Firewood is also available at Harold’s Supermarket (1.5 mi away) or at the BP Station (1 mi away).

We offer four cabins, two tiny homes, and two park models, all available throughout the year. If your preferred dates are not available, please contact us and we will be happy to check availability at our other properties.
1. Place all household garbage in the cans provided only. All other items must be discarded by the tenant. No large items are to be placed by, in or around the trash can area.
2. Parents/guardians are responsible for children’s actions and their safety. Children must be properly supervised. Parents/guardians are responsible for any injuries that may occur.
3. Quiet hours are between 10pm and 9am.
4. The use of alcohol should be confined to site and used responsibly.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. Place all household garbage in the cans provided only. All other items must be discarded by the tenant.

Important information

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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dillsboro

Located in Dillsboro, this mobile home is on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, 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 Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Western Carolina University - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 30.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Nick’s Bbq - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jack The Dipper - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva!?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva! on 30 April 2026 start from NZ$242, 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 Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cabin, Fish, Hike & 5 Min to Sylva! located?

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chloe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and location! It was just what we needed for our overnight stay. Would definitely recommend for anyone needing a place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is right on the river and is very close to Dillsboro and Sylva. Also, very close to trout fishing. Great place to relax and convenient to many activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful cabin with the tuckaseegee river right off the porch. Fell asleep to the sound of the river and one night some rain on the tin roof. Everything you need for a relaxing stay.I have mobility limitations and was happy that everything was doeable for me. Hand rail on the 4steps, picnic table on porch and 2 rocking chairs. Even had a grill and a fire pitClose to town but just off the road enough to feel like your in nature.Beds were comfortable, futon un living room was the perfect couch for watching our little one open gifts by the electric fireplace, which made for great photos! Will absolutely stay agian!Host was very good at communicating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wanted a quick two day getaway, where the fellow could fish and the lady could just relax! We found it on this little riverfront cabin. It was clean and quiet, yet close to town that if you needed anything you could make a quick trip. We also loved that it was close to other areas such as Cherokee, Dillsboro and not too far from Pigeon’s Forge. We would definitely go back, and recommend to friends. Very tranquil and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Anniversary trip, 41 years together

Wanted time to relax, enjoy the river and each other.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

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

Nice place

Nice cabin, on the water. The only downside was the water was way to swift and deep for the kids to enjoy, smaller children . The place would be great for just relaxing adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylea O.

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

Cozy Get-away

All Tuckered Out was just the escape we needed to reconnect as a family. The cozy cabin, set right on the Tuskegee River, is minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, downtown Dillsboro, and several other hiking adventures. We loved coffee on the deck. We loved our stay and hope to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Household travel coordinator/wife/mom :)

As described, the home was small, but very well appointed inside, great deck sitting right on the river’s edge (perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or evening cocktail), great location with quick and easy access to Dillsboro, Sylva, and Waynesville. It was perfect for our needs and we greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Tiny home on the Tuckaseegee River

Had a two night getaway and took advantage. Beautiful location and extremely nice tiny home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bc T.

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

Perfect for a weekend on the river!

We had an wonderful stay in this precious little cabin! Tavish is a terrific host- she quickly responded to questions we had prior to check-in, and messaged us several times to make sure we had all that we needed. Nice bed linens and towels, and the cabin stocked with essentials to start your stay (linens, paper towels, trash bags, toilet paper, dish soap, bath products). VERY CLEAN property. The deck over the river is worth the drive, regardless of where you may be driving from.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

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

Great weekend getaway!

Quiet and serene! Went to see Unto These Hills-a must see!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conchita P.

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

Vacay

Had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly Michele S.

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

Train ride visit

Close to Smokey Mountain train ride. Property on river. Clean and had all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

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

Quiet Fishing Trip

Great location, good fishing and very quiet. Stayed here to fish the area and the Tuckaseegee for 1 night. Wonderful cabin and excellent fishing nearby. Really enjoyed it! Hope to go back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy A.

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

Great Location, Clean, and Accurate details

I stayed here with my husband and children for my birthday and it was great. It is a small place but fine for a long weekend. Details on the website were accurate, and the view of the river is wonderful! VERY close to town of Dillsboro and we stayed in December, so the town had the luminaries, lights, carriage rides, etc. Fire pit was great for the cold weather! Hosts were very quick to reply if you needed help. We will likely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed N.

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

Perfect relaxing weekend

My wife and I love short relaxing getaways from time to time. This trip was perfect in every way. From the clean and cozy cabin with sounds of the river rolling by, the crisp mountain air and the proximity to amazing food and shops in town. Couldn’t ask for more! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Just want I needed...

This cozy cabin was right on the river with a large deck and easy access for getting in the river. The accommodations were perfect and the coffee bar was stocked with everything we needed for enjoying a hot cup of coffee on the deck. They even provided a French press. Pillows were wonderfully comfy. The mattresses were a little more firm than I am used to, but probably better for your back. We will defintely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

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

Planning to return

My grandson and I had a great time fly fishing. The cabin location was perfect for enjoying this hobby. The cabin is smaller than it appears in the pictures, but it did not affect our enjoyment. The outside deck was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah V.

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

Fly Fishing Home Base

This was a wonderful, cozy home with a great outdoor space and relaxing view of the river. We saw a bald eagle fly overhead and there are a pair of beautiful geese that camp out on the island in the middle of the river - a mama goose and her mate who guards her wel. It was the perfect place for my son and I to spend time after our fly fishing excursions. Although we couldn't fish in March right in front of the house, it was a quick trip over to Cherokee and into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We found a few good spots and enjoyed our time together and hope to do this sometime next year. The home seems like it's way back in the Boonies when in fact, it's maybe a mile or so to cute downtown Dillsboro with shops, a brewery and several great restaurants. The IGA grocery store is about 1/4 mile past downtown Dillsboro on the left and has just about anything you could want. Perfect place to get away from it all, yet be close to the necessities!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place. It was just what we needed while visiting WCU for a college tour. We would 100% stay here again. Here are things I wish I knew before I got there. 1. This is a tiny house/cabin. Very tiny. There is only about 10 inches between the bed and the wardrobe for the 2nd person to get around. 2. As far as what comes in the house, they have salt, pepper and oil. They do have coffee, coffee filters, sugar and powdered creamer. That was a nice touch so we don’t need to go out to get it. 3. Bring your own pillows. The pillows they have there are very flat. Bed is hard but adequate. I don’t know that I could sleep on it longer than a couple nights. The futon was very comfortable though. 4. They do include hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. 5. Great opportunity for trout fishing. Right from the deck or river bank. My son was not successful though. He thinks you may need to wade out into the river. He had fun trying though. 6. We had a fire with some wood from the pavilion just past the house to the left. Self serve. 5 per bundle, cash only. Exact change required. 7. This house is part of a group of other cabins/tiny homes. But they are all within what looks like an RV camp ground. It did not impact us, but it was surprising when we arrived. 8. Owners were very responsive. Overall, great weekend stay place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot right on the Tuck. Host was very communicative. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Beautiful small home right on river with semi privacy

Loved the nature scenery and the family of geese that hung out with us. Absolutely lovely cabin and the deck overlooks the river.

8/10 Good

Mark U.

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

Great Spot, Vacasa failed me

Great quiet spot on the river right across from "The Fugitive" crash site! There are 2 other cabins very close, but the occupants were quiet. Very close to town! We had a rodent problem that went unaddressed by Vacasa...it is difficult to get in touch with Vacasa. If this property had been managed by a local owner/operator, the rodent problem would have been taken care of right away. Instead, we had mouse droppings all over the kitchen counter/sink for 2 days without any help from Vacasa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

River paradise

Totally awesome location . there we're baby geese to watch.able to trout fish right on location caught six trout rite up the river me and my wife had an amazing experience.will definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Leland G.

Weekend stay

Place has a great view and very clean. Beds are difficult to walk around. We had a great time. Good communication with us about unit

About the host

Hosted by Tavish Panozzo

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Born and raised in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina, our little family is very involved in our community. We have two adventurous little boys who enjoy the outside and nature as much as we do! As the owners, we run this business all by ourselves to ensure our guests have a wonderful trip to our "neck of the woods".

Tavish also is a Registered Nurse who studied at Western Carolina University where she received her Masters in Nursing Administration. Shortly after receiving this degree, Tavish also became a Board Certified Nurse Executive.

Tavish is the founding Chair of the Sylva Rotary Satelitte Club. Our family lives the Rotary moto, "Service above self." We welcome travelers to our cozy cabin on the river so we can share the wonderful gift that Mother Earth has provided us here in the mountains.

Jason, Tavish's husband is the CEO of Cutting Edge Welding & Fabrication. He is also a founding member of the Sylva Rotary Satellite Club.

We are also members of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Please visit at mountainlovers for a calendar of events and fun things to do in the mountains!

Why they chose this property

Words will never be able to describe the majestic mountains and waters of this area. This property has been in our family since 1973. We have 11 family's who have been coming to the property for 30 plus years. Our 2 cabins are the only cabins in the area that provide the riverfront beauty in a convenient location at a budget friendly price.

What makes this property unique

Majestic river, Smoky mountains, casino, waterfalls, rafting, hiking, wildlife, railroad, trout stocked river, hiking, natures beauty, The movie, "The Fugitive" was filmed on this property... With a beautiful deck overlooking the river, these cabins have a remote feeling but are in a central location.

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