Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location

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A forested area with a fire pit and seating, surrounded by large trees and a view of distant hills.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a large island with a sink.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.
A house with a deck, surrounded by a forested area and a paved path.
A spacious living area with a large island, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Sylva

Located in Sylva, this holiday home is in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Oconaluftee Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Jackson County Green Energy Park. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Western Carolina University - 9 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 23 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 27 min drive - 41.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Nick’s Bbq - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$2,182, 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 Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Jackson County Green Energy Park and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The facility was clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
Thank you John and group for your recent stay. You all are welcome back anytime to our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay, the views were amazing including sunrise and moonrise over the mountains.Plenty of amenities- we were able to find anything that we needed in the kitchen.Property is private, but we were a bit surprised by the amount of road noise we could hear with the windows closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 2 November 2026
Thank you Jennifer! Beautiful picture. Please come stay with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View is amazing! We’ve stayed at this home twice now and will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Loran thank you so much! You are always welcome back to our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great and quick to respond. The house is beautiful and just as advertised. The view...gorgeous!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Thank you Diane! We were so happy to be a small part in your families big wedding weekend! Thank you for staying with us. We are so glad you enjoyed your time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Birthday weekend

It was nice and the view was amazing. I really enjoyed the stay 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was just as listed. It provided the best space for our yearly 4th of July reunion with friends! We were super grateful for the beautiful views, fire pit, clean space, and supportive/communicative hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you for the kind words Sabrena. You and your family were great guest. Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place, Highly Recommend

Our family of 8 enjoyed this weekend at the house. Great time with all the amenities needed. Beautiful location, we went on the Polar Express in Bryson City, ate at Lulus in Sylva, super friendly people-highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you all in the future! Great guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at Balsam Haven

House was clean and set up for a great stay. They had a cute tree up for the season too. The house is located close to several towns. We enjoyed shopping in Dillsboro and enjoued the holiday luminaries. Our dogs wnjiyed the
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balsam Haven is a beautiful, clean and comfortable home! The decor is very nice, the beds are very comfortable, and the view is spectacular! The home is not technically a 4 bedroom home but worked perfectly for our group. Thank you for allowing us to use your home! We definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you so much Stacy. You and your group were a very respectful and responsive group. Thank you for the kind words. Come stay with us at Balsam Haven again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!

Everything from check in to check out was easy and the view is incredible ⛰️ Hosts are super friendly and knowledgable of the area 😊 A beautiful house that we'd definitly return to for another mountain visit! ❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We would love to host your family again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with wonderful views of the mountains, close to Sylva and WCU. We especially enjoyed sitting outside on the deck in the late afternoon/evenings and the fenced yard for our dog. Driveway was very steep, but we were able to manage it in our mini-van without any issues (and was worth the view). Hosts were great and very responsive, would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great views

We had a great overnight at Balsam Haven! Perfect spot to watch the sunrise. Everything we could need in the house. The deck is perfect, and having a fenced in side yard is really nice for our dogs. House was clean with lots of little touches to make our stay very pleasant. Will be back again if it’s not booked!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation Weekend

Great place for WCU graduation weekend. House was perfect. Parking was a little lean with a full house, but extra spot helped! Road is pretty steep but had no issues. Owners were very quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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