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Escape into the natural beauty of the mountains at Sylvan Lea, a 5-Star CLEAN retreat nestled in a private community surrounded by 100 acres of woodlands. Enjoy scenic views from your porch or unwind with family and friends around the stone fireplace or outdoor fire pit. This cabin offers everything you need to reconnect with nature, from fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities to games, hammock, daybed swing on large front porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1533 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

✨Discounts Off Winter Stays | Hot Tub | Fireplace | Fire Pit |Mountain Views| WCU 3 min | Sylva 5 mi |Games | Lg Screened Porch | Swings | Families | Couples |Smokeys Nat'l Park 23mi ✨

Use Sylvan Lea Cabin as home base for your outdoor summer adventures! You will experience modern rustic charm with impeccable luxe decor while you cozy up with family, children, and friends.
• Full equipped kitchen
• Super Comfy bedding
• 3 bedrooms (1KG, 1Q, loft 1TWN bunk)
• Remote Workspace
• 4 Smart TVs
• Fireplace/Fire pit
• Huge Screened Porch w/ rockers/BBQ grill/dining
• Families/Romantic Getaways/Couples
• Check our 5 Star Reviews "Guest Favorite" on Air B & B!
• 5 Star CLEAN!
Sylvan Lea,"is so named because it describes the setting of this special place as it is set back in the woods (Sylvan) and sits atop a grassy knoll (Lea)! If you are on a direct booking website, check out our guest reviews on air b n b platform! We are proud of our 5-Star and "Guest Favorite" ratings! Guests rave about the comfy beds and how clean the cabin is!

**We use sustainability practices to help reduce our carbon footprint!



All non-emergency communication is through the booking platform. Feel free to reach out and we will get back to you as promptly as possible. If you experience an emergency, please call the property authorities. We have these numbers posted on the foyer entry wall for your quick reference and also in the guidebook under "Emergencies."

Located within the Pine Ridge community of private homes. Just minutes from WCU, downtown Sylva, and the Tuckasegee River . The cabin is tucked away at the end of an easy access gently sloping road (no 4WD needed), has a private fenced gate entrance, and adjoins 100 acres of woodlands of the beautiful Nantahala Forest with year round long range mountain views.
Guests may use all amenities on this property. Enjoy the fireplace/fire pit, large porch with standing grill, private backyard and games, hammock, daybed swing on large front porch, corn hole, ladder ball, and more!
From scenic views to cozy fire pits, this cabin is nestled in nature and has something for everyone in your group. Our mountains are the perfect backdrop for your summer escape! Brisk mountain mornings with a cup of coffee on the large screened in porch, and warm cozy nights in front of the fire pit making S'Mores. Games with the your children and members of your group. Close to WCU! We have both the "Super Host" 5-Star rating and "Guest Favorite" status and Top1% Award on Air B and B.
• Fully equipped kitchen and coffee/tea bar
• Comfy bedding (guests rave about it)
• Blinds and white noise machines in all bedrooms to ensure a good nights sleep!
• Two spacious bedrooms ( 1KG, 1 Q), and loft bedroom (twin bunk)
• Dedicated workspace & Free Wifi
• 4 Smart TVs ready for access to your favorite streaming accounts.
• Stone Fireplace & Outdoor Fire pit
• Large Back yard safe for children to explore
• Large screened porch with rockers/Weber BBQ grill/dining
• Ideal for families/Romantic Getaways/Couples Weekends
• Employ sustainability practices to offset carbon footprint.
• Rated 5-Star CLEAN by prior guests

CENTRAL LOCATION TO EXPLORE THE SURROUNDINGS: Adventure awaits with Sylvan Lea as your base—a quick access to:
• Close proximity to Restaurants, Breweries, and Shopping
• Rafting, hiking, fly fishing, kayaking, golfing, tubing, skiing nearby
• Western Carolina University (WCU) (8 min)
• Tuckaseegee River (2 min)
• Downtown Sylva (13 min)
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway (20 min)
• Maggie Valley (25 min)
• Franklin (25 min)
• Lake Glenville (35 min)
• Asheville (50 min)
• Cashiers, and the Highlands (45 min).


BOOK YOUR SUMMER VACATION NOW and make Sylvan Lea Cabin your idyllic retreat! You will experience rustic charm with modern comforts and impeccable luxe decor while you cozy up with family/friends, and let stress melt away.
We look forward to hosting you!
The road is a gently sloping, not steep, and paved the entire way. No 4WD or mountain driving skill needed!

Directions to the cabin are provided with check in instructions prior to your arrival. You will also receive the physical address of the cabin to enter into your GPS.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,533 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
• Sign guest book located on the table under the stairs. • Empty fridge. • Return furniture to original locations. • Clean/turn off BBQ grill. • Trash must bagged and removed to outside bins
•Contact us to pre-pay shipping to have item(s) left behind shipped to you . • Log out of TV subscriptions added • Please complete the online review . • Message us privately of suggestions, damages.
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ GREAT experience overall. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ GOOD but several issues not addressed. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ OK but many issues not addressed. ⭐ ⭐ BAD Numerous issues, poor communication. ⭐ TERRIBLE Would not recommend.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

QUIET TIME 10 PM-8 AM BOOKING REQUIREMENTS: Rental agreement AND the pre-arrival form must be submitted at booking to avoid risk of cancellation.
NEVER LEAVE ANY FIRE UNATTENDED! Use only DURAFLAME or ENVIRO-LOG fire logs in the indoor fire place (available at Lowes & Walmart nearby.)
Notify the host immediately of any concerns. Concerns are subject to inspection.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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
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

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About the area

Located in Sylva, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cherokee Mountainside Theatre and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Judaculla Rock. Travelling with kids? Consider Country Side Bowling Lanes and Barber Orchard Fruitstand. Visit our Sylva travel guide
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • Down on the Tuck
    Tuckasegee River
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, adjacent to the Tuckasegee River. It is a freight and heritage railroad in Western North Carolina
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    29 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    31 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring a waterfall, forests and mountains
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    33 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Southwestern Community College
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Courtyard Dining Hall
    8 min drive
  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • Cook Out
    8 min drive
  • El Patron
    8 min drive
  • The Cullowhee Cafe
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ✨Discounts Off Winter Stays | Hot Tub | Fireplace | Fire Pit |Mountain Views| WCU 3 min | Sylva 5 mi |Games | Lg Screened Porch | Swings | Families | Couples |Smokeys Nat'l Park 23mi ✨ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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On-site parking is available at the property.

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Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ✨Discounts Off Winter Stays | Hot Tub | Fireplace | Fire Pit |Mountain Views| WCU 3 min | Sylva 5 mi |Games | Lg Screened Porch | Swings | Families | Couples |Smokeys Nat'l Park 23mi ✨ located?

This family-friendly Sylva cabin is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Poteet Memorial Park and Southwestern Community College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

MonteR

Restful, peaceful stay

We had an awesome time! Wonderful home, well-appointed, cozy and so relaxing! Weather was fantastic as well!
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10/10 Excellent

PaulZ

Mountain Cabin

Excellent cabin and beautiful surroundings. Could not have imagined such a modern home with all the amenities anyone would need to have an enjoyable and relaxing mountain vacation. Would definitely stay here in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Great Stay

The view and atmosphere was wonderful. Host communicated well and was easy to contact. Peaceful and relaxing vacation. Would definitely return.
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10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

Review Mountain House

This cabin was great. So very clean, beautiful screened in porch and large back yard. Very, very nice! Thank you for providing such a great place to stay away from home.
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10/10 Excellent

BruceW

Exquisite Cabin!!

Our stay at Sylvan Lea Cabin was absolutely exquisite!! The house is extremely clean and cozy. It is also thoughtfully stocked with everything needed for the perfect mountain vacation. This property is very highly recommended by our experience.
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10/10 Excellent

MarkM

Sylvan Lea

Looks as good in person as it does in the pictures. Cabin was very clean upon arrival. Great and friendly hosts. We had an amazing week here.
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10/10 Excellent

TaiW

Fantastic Stay

My cousins and I had a fantastic time at this gorgeous cabin. The location is convenient to Sylva, Cullowhee, and Dillsboro. All amenities and accommodations are just as listed. We enjoyed the fire pit and even made s’mores. The scenic view from every angle of the property was an extra bonus. This is an excellent home to simply get away.
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10/10 Excellent

SaraC

Magical and cozy

We stayed at Sylvan Lea with both of our young kids for a Christmas getaway and it could not have been more perfect! The location was secluded and private yet very close to all the essentials needed for food and groceries. We enjoyed the small towns nearby for some last minute Christmas shopping and spent a few of the days just relaxing in the cozy cabin with a log in the fireplace. The worst part of our trip was leaving!
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina M.

Cozy Thanksgiving Holiday with a view

The cabin was gorgeous….Beautifully decorated for the holidays with a Christmas tree and festive decor. The view of the mountain from the porch was stunning and the cabin was very clean and cozy. Comfy beds, stocked kitchen and thoughtful extras like detergent, shampoo, garbage bags etc. We enjoyed playing board games and lawn games and using the firepit for smores. Maria and Kevin were very communicative and responsive from booking questions all the way through checkout. 10/10 Thank you for a memorable Thanksgiving vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

MaryannM

Hidden Gem

This cabin is a hidden “gem”! This place should be in Better Homes and Gardens!” Just want you to know that this cabin retreat is one of the best I have ever encountered. It is not only welcoming but very comfy cozy. A “home” with every available amenity provided! As a creature of comfort I could not have been more comfortable! Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Well appointed and so neat/clean!

This house met every expectation for our first trip to Sylva. Every room was equipped with things to make your stay comfortable. We had everything we needed (and then some!). The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked most of our meals at home. The beds were extremely comfy as well as the furniture. It's very close to a lot of things as well-downtown Sylva, tubing/kayaking/rafting at Dillsboro River Company, 20 min drive to Bryson City for the Smoky Mountain Railroad and other fun activities! I could go on and on, but Kevin and Maria are 5 star hosts who were very quick to respond and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Well appointed and so neat/clean!

This house met every expectation for our first trip to Sylva. Every room was equipped with things to make your stay comfortable. We had everything we needed (and then some!). The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked most of our meals at home. The beds were extremely comfy as well as the furniture. It's very close to a lot of things as well-downtown Sylva, tubing/kayaking/rafting at Dillsboro River Company, 20 min drive to Bryson City for the Smoky Mountain Railroad and other fun activities! I could go on and on, but Kevin and Maria are 5 star hosts who were very quick to respond and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Beautiful, peaceful mountain retreat!

Our stay at this beautiful, NC mountain home was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived we were blown away by the mountain views and peaceful atmosphere. The home itself is immaculately maintained and offers all the comforts one can ask for. The kitchen is full equipped making it easy to prepare meals while the bedrooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated. One highlight was the screened-in porch where we enjoyed morning coffee and evenings drinking wine and watching the lightning bugs. The host was incredibly welcoming and responsive providing detailed instructions and local recommendations. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful experience. We highly recommend this mountain home to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.
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10/10 Excellent

AndrewF

Birthday Getaway

This house is spectacular! 5 stars all the way around! The house is decorated so elegantly, from the flooring to the furnishings to the kitchen utensils and even the swing on the porch, everything is so intentional, thoughtful and classy. We slept so comfortably and woke up to an amazing view of the mountains every morning. It is exactly what we needed after stepping away from busy city life. The house is tucked away and surrounded by trees everywhere, yet the location is perfect, just minutes away from downtown Sylva. Thankfully we were there for perfect weather and the leaves in full fall bloom. So many pictures! The host were super responsive and most accommodating. We very much appreciate Kevin and Maria providing us the space to unwind, reconnect and take in the beauty that surrounds this cabin. North Carolina is so beautiful and the Great Smoky Mountains do not disappoint. We will definitely be returning to this fine abode!
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10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

Review Mountain House

This cabin was great. So very clean, beautiful screened in porch and large back yard. Very, very nice! Thank you for providing such a great place to stay away from home.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

Review Mountain House

This cabin was great. So very clean, beautiful screened in porch and large back yard. Very, very nice! Thank you for providing such a great place to stay away from home.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Well appointed and so neat/clean!

This house met every expectation for our first trip to Sylva. Every room was equipped with things to make your stay comfortable. We had everything we needed (and then some!). The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked most of our meals at home. The beds were extremely comfy as well as the furniture. It's very close to a lot of things as well-downtown Sylva, tubing/kayaking/rafting at Dillsboro River Company, 20 min drive to Bryson City for the Smoky Mountain Railroad and other fun activities! I could go on and on, but Kevin and Maria are 5 star hosts who were very quick to respond and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed.

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mountain home! Inviting and cozy. Well thought out with extra touches to make for a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lauren m.

Na

What a wonderful stay! the screened in porch is a total gem. Truly. Can’t beat it. We spent much of our stay enjoying the deck. The kitchen is labeled so you can find everything you need. Home is very clean and comfortable. High chair, pack and play, and baby gates made our stay with our 1 year old so easy. The hosts are very responsive - and if you need anything, they will take care of it. We even decided to stay an extra day because we weren’t ready to leave. And don’t forget to use the hot tub! Would absolutely stay again.