Title: Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing ## Photo gallery for Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing (Sylva)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38940000/38933800/38933745/2ccea6c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing (Sylva)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38940000/38933800/38933745/b5d698c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing (Sylva)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38940000/38933800/38933745/392c8558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing (Sylva)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38940000/38933800/38933745/bfb9d534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing (Sylva)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38940000/38933800/38933745/d2cb9dd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away in a serene setting, Tuckaway Retreat offers a luxurious haven with well-decorated interior and stunning river views. Located halfway between downtown Sylva and Western Carolina University, unwind on the large front deck to soothing sounds of the Tuckasegee River's waters. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 124072 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing Tuckaway Retreat Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' We are certain you will instantly fall in love with this luxurious retreat! With its well-decorated interior, this rental will make the perfect home for a couples retreat or a large family. The home is located directly on the famous Delayed Harvest section of the Tuckasegee River where almost 50,000 trophy trout are stocked annually. Sit outside on the large front deck and enjoy the sounds of the rippling waters. What's nearby: This rental is conveniently located halfway between downtown Sylva and Western Carolina University. And for incredible hiking trails through lush forests, rushing rivers, and plunging waterfalls, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only 23 miles from your front door. Things to know: Free WiFi Full kitchen with a dishwasher Fireplace only available from October through March \*Last half-mile is on a well-maintained gravel road This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free internet ### Parking and transport - Car required - Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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: 4,072 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117332400/117332399/6f9533a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balsam Mountain Inn Sylva - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 54 reviews £94 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=117332399&PinnedHotelID=117332399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio | 6 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107160000/107155100/107155073/81473a67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Slps 24 12m Town 7acre Huge Yard Theatre Gmroom Sylva - Free Wi-Fi - Barbecue grill - Living/dining area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=107155073&PinnedHotelID=107155073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=38933745&PinnedHotelID=38933745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=38933745,117332399,107155073) ## Policies ### 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 ### Rules For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 26167 ## About the area Located in Sylva, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Country Side Bowling Lanes and Barber Orchard Fruitstand. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center or Smoky Mountain Jumphouse. 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%7C35.34177%2C-83.20363&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mJi_qvZqgbrdDXrLkCrD0TW1pMk=) Sylva, NC ### What's nearby - ![Down on the Tuck](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/174611/9983432a-4b89-42fa-ba1d-aa88117191b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tuckasegee River 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Alumni Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/94374/e5fe563d-ccaa-4227-ad40-fbf10957aa92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Western Carolina University 3 min drive \- 2.6 miles - ![Harrahs Cherokee Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172273/0cbad492-1088-4615-823f-eb8d5edb7f5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Harrahs Cherokee Casino 31 min drive \- 20.2 miles - ![Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring a waterfall, forests and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754762509/b2c15e79-d4c4-42e0-b8fe-23d43f0173f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Smoky Mountains National Park 33 min drive \- 25.5 miles - Southwestern Community College 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 71 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 9 min drive - Cook Out 8 min drive - El Patron 9 min drive - The Cullowhee Cafe 11 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing? ### What time is check-in at Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing? ### What time is check-out at Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing? ### Where is Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxurious home right on the river w/ a full kitchen - perfect for fishing Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lother (Jim) P. 7 May 2024 #### Great location Great location to river and town. ##### Lother (Jim) P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris M. 18 Aug 2024 #### Great retreat by the river Convenient clean and lots of room for families and friends to join!! ##### Chris M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca E. 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Work retreat This house was amazing!! So spacious with plenty of spots to cozy up with a book and/or enjoy the amazing view and sounds of the river. Was stocked well for a fishing adventure which is not why we were visiting, but it made me want to book again for a fishing trip with family. Would certainly stay here again. ##### Rebecca E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason R. 21 Oct 2024 #### Excellent place Well appointed home with plenty of room to spread out for all your guests. Good location to get to a bunch of great small towns ##### Jason R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura B. 29 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain Getaway We had a wonderful stay at this property. Spacious and beautiful views of the river. ##### Laura B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### leslie l. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful gathering space Family gathered for a weekend stay. Perfect place. Front porch overlooking the river is where everyone wanted to be the entire stay. Plenty of bedrooms & baths. Kitchen & bar area perfect for serving meals. ##### leslie l. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa H. 29 May 2024 #### Enjoyed Tuckaway Retreat was very clean, relaxing, and comfortable . We will be back! ##### Teresa H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nichole H. 25 Jun 2024 #### Family wedding This home was perfect for all 12 of my family members to stay comfortably! ##### Nichole H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles C. 16 Oct 2023 #### Beautiful Home on Great River Have stayed at this home multiple times and it never disappoints. Very spacious and has everything we need for family fishing vacation. Had a great long weekend and caught plenty of fish. ##### Charles C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy D. 26 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious Tuck Retreat Beautiful house on the banks of the Tuck! Very spacious with plenty of room for all. House was very clean and accommodations were great. Would definitely recommend this house to others and plan to return. Close proximity to WCU, Sylva and Dillsboro. ##### Tammy D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles C. 14 Mar 2024 #### Beautiful Home on the River House had everything we needed for a family fishing long weekend. Rooms are spacious and well decorated. House was very clean and we had a great weekend. I highly recommend this home. ##### Charles C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael a. 23 May 2024 #### Fishing paradise in the smokey mountains An amazing place to stay. Clean, comfortable and perfect. If you are looking for a place to stay for fishing as we were this, is it. Do not look any further. Walk out the door and start fishing the Tuck right away or call a guide. Best trip in a while. ##### michael a. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael T. 21 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection Everything was perfect. Pictures dont do it justice. Its not a creek but the Tuskgage River. Absolutely beautiful. Family members remarked several times, save this cabin, its our favorite. ##### Michael T. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer N. 13 May 2024 #### Graduation Celebration! What a perfect home for a family gathering! We had 9 family members in for graduation this weekend and Tuckaway Retreat was no less than fabulous! Ready on time, sparkling clean, well-appointed, and the view...oh the view! We hope to make yearly use of this special place, it is now dear to our hearts and part of a memory we will always treasure! ##### Jennifer N. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Steve V. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Nice property Family reunion of 11\. House perfect for us. Well equipped We enjoyed playing in the river. A little road noise from across the river we did not expect but tolerable. We had some problems with the "Local VACASA Team" and were not able to use the grill. They never sent someone out to fix it like they said they would but that is not the house's or owner's fault. The house was very nice and we were glad we rented it. Thank You!. ##### Steve V. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brianna M. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A weekend by the water Tbe house was great, mostly clean (there was a baby spider in one of the night lights in one of the basement bedrooms but that's kind of unavoidable in the mountains). There was a cricket or something outside/near/in the pipes (I'm not really sure where) the queen bedroom in the basement and I could barely sleep it was so loud and so frequent. When I went outside to check it out, I couldn't hear the cricket, so I don't know where it was coming from. All the other rooms were geeatand we had a blast hanging out and enjouing the amazing food in Sylva 😊 ##### Brianna M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom P. 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great spot for a family gathering. Loved the deck overlooking the river. Private space for each couple. ##### Tom P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip M. 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had an absolutely wonderful time on our mountain vacation! The location of the house was convenient to several nearby towns but far enough out of the hustle and bustle. The sound of the river that could be heard out on the deck was amazing and we loved having the ability to tube right in our backyard. We fished, went rafting, played a lot of board games, and had a great getaway as a big family. This house provides plenty of space and as a bonus has a bathroom for nearly every bedroom. We can't wait to book again for next year! ##### Philip M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wes S. 26 Apr 2024 #### Tuckaway Great house and location. ##### Wes S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim S. 24 Sept 2024 #### Perfect for multiple groups We had several different family units together and the setup was perfect! We’d stay again without hesitation! ##### Jim S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Lori B. 8 Jul 2023 #### Relaxing river vacation spot We had a very relaxing vacation. The home is situated in front of a large river that you can float down and fish from. The house was stocked well and was surface clean. ##### Lori B. ### 8/10 Good #### peggy d. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Communication through vacasa was not good. Too many people answering with different opinions House was really nice. Loved the kitchen in the basement area Added to convenience. Would have liked an earlier check in and later check out perhaps an hour or so without the 150 extra. But we got up and out earlier than expected. ##### peggy d. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John S. 1 Nov 2021 #### Great for groups We are a group of 5 couples who are college buddies from over 50 years ago. Finding places with 5 bedrooms with separate bathrooms is tough but this place was ideal. Everything was neat, clean, quiet and well stocked. Everyone was well pleased! ##### John S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### George M. 6 Aug 2025 #### Fabulous home with private river access We loved everything about Tuckaway Retreat! There was plenty of room for our extended family to spend time together. We loved the huge deck overlooking the river and the three floors to spread out on. Our teens loved the first level with their own kitchen. The bedrooms don’t have TV’s so they set up their Xbox down there. The main floor is the 2nd floor and is spacious for everyone to play games or watch movies cook dinner etc. The third floor has the twins bedroom and a queen bedroom but also has a roomy loft space for reading or working. We loved fishing and tubing the Tuckaseegee right from the house - we would leave a car and take out at the Webster church river access. We loved being so close to Sylva, Dillsboro and Cullowhee. Such a beautiful area to explore! Easy access to GSMNP, Franklin, Cherokee, and all of the Ruby Mines in the area. We would absolutely rent this house again and look forward to coming back! ##### George M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob M. 21 Sept 2022 #### As described and recommended Five stars for a great house exactly as described. Excellent furnishings and well kept. It might be helpful to others to note that this is not a secluded mountain spot--it's near town, among some other houses. Across the river is a busy road, which creates quite a bit of traffic noise on the porch and in the yard. Didn't detract from our stay, especially since we were happy to be close to town and not on an isolated mountain, but worth mentioning for others looking at this property. We would go back. ##### Bob M. ---