Family-friendly holiday rentals in Cullowhee

Sweet Rock House between Sylva and WCU!

This cute, remodeled two-bedroom house house sits on a hill right above the main road between Sylva and WCU & has a large sunporch, antique tub, walk in shower, and full kitchen. Only a mile from walkable downtown Sylva, it's close to all the shops and stores on 107. A convenient home base close to the Great Smokies, the Parkway, the Casino and WCU. Fast WiFi, Roku TV, central heat & air. It's pet-friendly, too! Early check-in (1 PM) or late check-out (1 PM) available for $50 if possible.

The WCU “View Apt” king beds, hot tub, patio toys!

This is our 2nd Airbnb at our same mountain top location overlooking Western Carolina University and Cullowhee NC. Listed as being in the top 1% of All Airbnb based on customer satisfaction. The apartment is a 1965 square foot 2-bedroom with a king-size bed in each bedroom. A full kitchen, a very large living dining kitchen area, a private patio, a gas log fireplace, huge TVs, and a jaw-dropping view of WCU and Cullowhee NC and yes a killer hot tub to soak in the view. The best of everything!

Beautiful Mountain Home-Pets!

Great for WCU families! Three 3-bedroom mountain home is nestled in the woods with mountain views, 7 mins from WCU and the Tuckaseegee River. Cook a homemade meal for your student. Bring their pet they miss. Play! Fly fish in the Tuckaseegee River-one of the best in North Carolina. Enjoy a moderate hike behind the house (to the fork in the road,) Drive 20 mins to the ‘Four Remote Gems’ lakes of the East Fork of the River and paddle board. The closest lakes are Cedar Cliff & Bear Lake.

Sunhillo Cabin by the Creek

Stay with us and experience your peaceful getaway in the woods! SEE PICTURES FOR UNIQUE FLOOR PLAN. Ideal for laid-back respite as well as mountain adventure. deck overlooking the creek, nature trails and a rustic cabin with modern conveniences will satisfy most.. NOT IN TOWN. 5 miles to gas/snacks, 8.5 miles to WCU, 14 miles to Sylva for groceries, unique dining and shopping. Close to Great Smokies National Park, Nantahala National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, NC Mountains to Sea Trail.

The Roy Tritt House - Historic Farm House Getaway

Our historic farmhouse is located in a beautiful Smoky Mountain valley with panoramic mountain views and bordered by a spring-fed stream. Come enjoy a rustic getaway in the mountains! We are minutes from area destinations such as WCU and Castle Ladyhawk, the house is conveniently located between Sylva and the resort towns of Cashiers and Highlands. Enjoy area activities such as kayaking, hiking, fly fishing, have a camp fire, or simply relax on the screened-in porch and enjoy the view.

Cozy Cabin • Creek, Trails, Pool, Hot Tub & Gym

Pool is open for the 2026 season! Adventure meets comfort. Explore Sylva’s breweries, Dillsboro’s artsy village, Cashiers’ upscale charm, Franklin’s gem mining, and Cherokee’s culture. Hike trails, fish in the creek, zip-line, raft, tube, boat, or go on a trail ride. Easy drive, no steep roads. Enjoy pool, hot tub, gym, playground, trails, and Casper mattresses. Minutes to Western Carolina University (WCU) & Castle Ladyhawke. Near NOC, Blue Ridge Parkway & Great Smoky Mountains NP.

*Sylva Escape* - 3 min to downtown/10 min to WCU!

Our home is newly renovated & located in the heart of Sylva, ~1.5 miles from all the Main Street shops & restaurants. Very convenient to WCU, Harrahs Casino, Pinnacle Park, Harris Hospital & Blue Ridge Parkway. Neighborhood is quiet & family-friendly, with a ~0.88 mile "loop" with minimal traffic - great for morning walk/run. Relax inside or outside on the furnished patio as you enjoy all that beautiful Western NC has to offer. Perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers!

Hibernation Station: Bunk room, 5 minutes to WCU!

Experience the peace of a private mountain cabin for relaxation and adventure 🌄 Our log cabin offers a quiet space to unwind and reconnect with nature, blending rustic charm with modern comforts. • Pet-friendly 🐾 • Bunk room perfect for groups & families 🛏️ • Self-serve coffee bar ☕ • 1.7 miles to WCU 🎓 • 5 miles to Sylva & Dillsboro 📍 • 15 miles to Cherokee • 18 miles to Blue Ridge Parkway 🏔️ Perfect for a peaceful getaway, game day stay, or exploring the mountains ✨

Riverfront Family Home, Personal Beach and Fishing

This family-friendly Cullowhee vacation rental home is situated directly on the Tuckaseegee River, offering a quiet home base for a peaceful retreat. Located just 5 minutes to WCU campus and about 8 minutes to downtown Sylva, you'll enjoy shopping, dining, and unbeatable convenience. The Tuckaseegee River area offers plenty of outdoor fun including hiking and mountain biking trails. Find skiing just 30 minutes away for fun on the slopes, and a casino if you're feeling lucky!

Cozy cottage

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located cottage just 5-minutes to the hospital and main street where you'll find plenty of shopping, food and craft breweries. 12- minutes to the nearest blue ridge parkway entrance, 10-minutes to rainbow trout fishing in the beautiful Tuckasegee river, 13-minutes to WCU and 23-mintues to the Cherokee casino. Come enjoy watching the green crawl up the mountains and the flowers blooming this spring in our cozy cottage!

Loft Apartment Historic Downtown Main Street Sylva

This loft apartment is unique to our area. It is located on the ground floor right on Main Street steps to shopping, dining, and breweries A wall of windows overlooking Mill Street allows for nice light and views. The high ceilings and exposed brick give the space an urban feel. The loft has Wifi and a smart TV set up with Netflix. There are games, puzzles, a ping pong table, swing, and books available for your enjoyment. Find us and tag us on Insta @sylvastay

The Burrow with a View

Refresh with a relaxing trip to the NC mountains. This spacious, modern, mountain cabin is the perfect place to spend the weekend away for a couple or a small group. Enjoy the scenic view with a fresh cup of coffee or soak in the hot tub after hiking on the parkway. This cozy cabin has everything you need for a weekend away. The Burrow is newly built and embodies a light, airy space with rustic and organic touches of live edge and other natural elements.