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River Romance

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A riverside cabin with a deck and a covered porch, surrounded by dense greenery and a flowing river. - River Romance (Sylva)
A cabin with a deck, a covered picnic area, and a stone wall by a lake. - River Romance (Sylva)
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of a river and trees. - River Romance (Sylva)
A cozy living room with a wooden chair, a cushioned bench, and a large window. - River Romance (Sylva)
A room with a wooden table and bench, a television, and large windows with a view of greenery. - River Romance (Sylva)
At River Romance, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

River Romance

  • Summary:

    Cottage on the Tuckasegee River with firepit, picnic area, hot tub, & AC



    The Space:

    Set on almost a half-acre, this stilted river cottage is the perfect getaway! Just a few feet from the Tuckasegee River but also close to town, this retreat is perfect for groups looking to get a real sense of the mountain atmosphere. Walk just a half-mile into Dillsboro to shop, dine, or canoe the river. Trails also fill the area for hiking and exploring the surrounding mountains.



    The thoughtful orientation of this modest-sized cabin keeps the river-song in your ears and heart. Guests can use the hot tub on the front deck, the outdoor firepit (bring your own firewood), and the covered picnic shelter. Inside, you'll find a compact, but full kitchen as well as a main bedroom with a large TV with surround sound speakers.



    This home also includes central heating and air-conditioning. Things to know Cell and GPS services are limited in this area. This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Rules

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Sylva, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Oconaluftee Visitor Center, while Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre are cultural highlights. Jackson County Green Energy Park and Country Side Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Sylva travel guide
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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a forested valley with large rocks in the water.
    Tuckasegee River
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A clock tower with two clocks, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
    Western Carolina University
    8 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • A large hotel building with a sign that reads "Cherrypal Casino Hotel."
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    23 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • A steam locomotive numbered 1702 with smoke billowing from its chimney, surrounded by autumnal trees.
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    23 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    27 min drive - 25.1 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • El Patron
    10 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Big Nick’s Bbq
    9 min drive
  • South of Philly
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Romance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Romance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Romance?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Romance located?

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

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River Romance Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 116 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

Great location for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

GREAT STAY

Nice Place. Great stay. Enjoyed the water.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cabin was very clean and the creek was so peaceful! The only thing I would suggest is to trim down the brush at the driveway so it would be easier to see oncoming traffic when pulling out of the property. Other than that, it was an awesome place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful

Excellent location, excellent property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cozy and private

We loved the location. Loved sitting on the deck right on the river. Beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Place!

Close to town, but not too close. Amazing location near all amenities. The place was quaint and clean. I would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

My partner made my stay great.not the housee

The river was gorgeous. The hot tub was very relaxing.Slept great
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin on the Tuckasegee!

Location, location, location. This is a perfect location! It's close to everything you need and if you like trout fishing, you're able to catch them in the backyard. Will be a yearly visit now that we found the perfect spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The view

My family love this area. The view and how peaceful the place is awesome. Recommend to bring a fan because it gets hot time to time. Definitely planning to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Peaceful

House sits on Beautifu House has beautiful river front with large deck and hot tub.Very quiet and peaceful
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice cabin

Nice older cabin. Location was good. The cabin is not stocked well. Be sure to ask if it has what you might need or just bring everything you may need to have. If you enjoy fishing, you will like this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River time

Went to relax and rest found this on the river, on the porch in the rocking chairs, watching the fish, birds, wishing I had brought my fishing pole maybe next time..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Exactly as described and portrayed. And exactly what we were looking for. Just the two of us so didn’t need a lot of space. Perfect location to hit the Tail of the Dragon and Cherokee on motorcycle. Awesome restaurants and shops nearby but not as packed as the Smokies and other locations. Awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Me and the family had a great time here. It was a good location. Clean. The only issue we had was...

Me and the family had a great time here. It was a good location. Clean. The only issue we had was there was no a/c the whole stay we had. We called the management the first night to have someone come out and fix it. No one showed until the day of leaving. It was 85 in the house the whole stay. We was not comfortable. But other than that we enjoyed our stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful location

This is our 2nd stay at this home. The location on the river is amazing. The last time we we there it was spring. Although the fishing was better in spring we really enjoyed being able to swim to cool off. My husband actually fished while standing in the river. The inside of the house was clean. However, the porch area where we mostly hung out was a bit dusty with pollen and spider webs. I wiped everything down so we could enjoy it more. The bed was comfy and clean. I was looking for an extra flat sheet to put on the couch. However, the 2nd bedroom bed only had fitted sheets on it. We grilled outside, while the grill was small the propane was full and was fine for our needs. The driveway is a little tough getting in and out of. However, the location makes it all worth while. We enjoyed our stay and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointing

This was a disappointing property. The location is fantastic. It sits right on the Tuckasegee River and is lovely. The deck and hot tub face the river, which is nice. The outdoor picnic shed is right alongside the river and the grill worked great.The cabin itself is old and shows both its age and lack of maintenance. The carpet in the bedroom was dirty. The bedroom ceiling needs work as it seems to have been crudely patched. Drawers were missing in the kitchen. The television in the main room did not work. These are just a few of the more notable things. Everything inside shows its age. Just suffers from a lack of care and attention.Overall this property wastes a lot of potential. Would not stay here again without significant repairs and updates.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for graduation weekend. I hope to return for another trip next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
This place has all the appliances listed and is clean. We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the river activity and fishing. Beds are super soft with lots of pillows. The kitchen could use a couple extra cooking utensils for those wishing to prepare food themselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage just a couple steps from the gorgeous river. Very comfortable bed. Easy access to dillsboro and Sylva.My only wish was that it were a little more secluded. Overall a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The laundry room is under the home in a very awkward place and is dark there is no light. There is no shops to shop really for souvenirs either and there was dog poop under the bed when we arrived it was quite nasty. I would love to talk to somebody about this.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Good location

Good location
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found our stay to be prefect! Everything was better than expected! We came just wanting a quiet getaway in nature... and left with some of the best memories I've ever made.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great get away!!!

We loved the location of the cabin. The covered porch on the back was great. The covered shelter by the river was also very nice. We also enjoyed a fire each night and the steps down to the river was wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

Stayed for five nights. Loved the location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay. It had everything we needed. Wish our stay was longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021