Title: Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location Holiday home in Sylva with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101480000/101477200/101477112/542f5a71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101480000/101477200/101477112/2c87ca17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101480000/101477200/101477112/135f0ba9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101480000/101477200/101477112/1fd6393b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101480000/101477200/101477112/6622b940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Balsam Haven is nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, offering year-round long-range views from its beautiful deck. Enjoy cozying up by the indoor fireplace or gathering around one of two fire pit areas for s’mores, while also having fun with cornhole and ladder golf in the yard. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location Relax and enjoy the breathtaking view at Balsam Haven. Our mountain home has year round long range view of the Great Smoky Mountains. Fireplace, and two fire pit areas. Grill out on our beautiful deck and enjoy the view! Conveniently located 3 minutes from Dillsboro and Tuckasegee River, 5 minutes from Downtown Sylva, 10 minutes to Western Carolina University (WCU) 15 minutes to Cherokee & Casino, 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and 20 minutes to Bryson City. Cozy up by the indoor fireplace, gather around the outdoor firepit for smores, Play cornhole and ladder golf in the yard, and relax on the outdoor deck. Comfort, relaxation and fun await! Fenced in side yard perfect for pets. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114690000/114680100/114680039/94e30450.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly mountain home with large deck and stunning mountain views Sylva - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=114680039&PinnedHotelID=114680039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937900/33937804/62c4f699.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fireman's DreamCabin 5 BR 3 Baths Beautiful Log Home with Starlink WiFi! 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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 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Sylva, this holiday home is in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oaks Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Country Side Bowling Lanes and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail. Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Sylva travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sylva.dx164396) [View more Holiday homes in Sylva](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sylva-Private-Holiday-Homes.d164396-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.35392%2C-83.25951&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KjCOp9eq_swRCDXbXe_4-vYpTuU=) Sylva, NC ### What's nearby - Tuckasegee River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Southwestern Community College - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles - Harris Regional Hospital - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles - Western Carolina University - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles - Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 25 min drive - 18.5 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Lulu's On Main - ‬6 min drive - ‪Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dalaya - ‬5 min drive - ‪Mad Batter Food & Film - ‬6 min drive - ‪Balsam Falls Eatery - ‬7 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. ### 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. Oaks Gallery and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balsam Haven I Mountain View I Fireplace Home in Great Location Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Kahlada H. 29 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday weekend It was nice and the view was amazing. I really enjoyed the stay 😊 ##### Kahlada H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 Dec 2024 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! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian B. 8 Dec 2024 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 ##### Brian B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikita E. 28 Jun 2024 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! ❤️❤️ ##### Nikita E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa P. 16 Dec 2024 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. ##### Lisa P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T. 24 Mar 2024 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! ##### David T. 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