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A rustic cabin interior with a loft bedroom, wooden floors, a ladder, a red sofa, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a television, sofa, coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a central island with drawers.
A rustic cabin with a green roof, wooden deck, and a small porch.
A rustic log cabin with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom1328 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sylva

This vacation home places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 10-minute drive of The American Museum of the House Cat. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Western Carolina University - 16 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 32 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 33 min drive - 28.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 36 min drive - 31.8 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Crackerbox Palace

Summary:

Historic, private log cabin with deck, fireplace & wood stove - one dog OK



The Space:

Come stay in this renovated 1930s log cabin! Enjoy the privacy of the yard with its green surroundings and a babbling brook that cascades down the property’s hillside. Cook meals in the fully equipped kitchen or out on the deck with the propane grill. Gather around and enjoy the satellite TV and surround sound system. Cozy up in front of the gas log fireplace in the living room or the wood stove in the bedroom. What’s nearby: This home is in the charming town of Sylva in the Great Smoky Mountains. You will be near many options for exploring the outdoors (hiking, biking, river rafting, etc.) It is approximately six miles south of the town of Dillsboro. Things to know: Free WiFi Full kitchen One dog is welcome Two window AC units The fireplaces are available October through March only Two parking spots maximum Limited cell service and GPS

This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,328 square feet

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Sylva, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. The American Museum of the House Cat is also within a driving distance of 4.5 mi.

Is parking available on site at Crackerbox Palace?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Crackerbox Palace?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a water view in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Crackerbox Palace?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Crackerbox Palace?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Crackerbox Palace?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at Crackerbox Palace.

Crackerbox Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun cabin to stay in! My whole family really enjoyed staying in an authentic log cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, equipped kitchen. Great, well-preserved old cabin charm
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was just a very pleasant stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin and very comfortable. There are many restaurants in town. The kitchen could be better equipped for cooking. I had a very nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host were very nice The cabin was great lots of snow it was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is really nice I would think a couple dehumidifier’s would help. Other than that great. Very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cabin is in private area. The road leading up is winding mountain road paved then last section is 1 way unpaved. Place was clean, with a creek running nearby. It needs some work but is great for the price range you can't find a lower cost with this kind of privacy. And options.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

Was quaint an very rustic we loved every part of our stay the mountains were beautiful and everything was relatively close.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

great stay

I loved this place pace wood everything was super
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1 year anniversary trip

We had a wonderful time for our 1 year anniversary trip. This was a lovely, quiet area the cabin was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean especially being older cabin. Love the charm of older cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is rustic, off the beaten path.Met the owner very nice gentlemen.Love the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin

Everything in the cabin was clean, it had everything we need,the place was beautiful, peaceful, will definitely stay again, it was a very enjoyable stay,Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

quiet and comfy

Nice and peaceful, enjoyed the stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moutain getaway

Had a great trip- would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice get away in the mountians

A great place to get away from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place

Cute little house. Enjoyed the days I spent there and would like to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

unique cabin off a quiet mountain road

Beautiful property and everything you could need in a historic space full of antiques. Loved our stay, felt like home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

The place was so peaceful and perfect for our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, but a litte hard maneuvering driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rustic Cabin

The location was great, had everything g you needed to cook and feel cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy, everything we needed

Although we spent most of our stay on the deck listening to the relaxing creek, the cabin was cozy and had all the amenities we needed Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful place

Very peaceful setting.. enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place

It was a wonderful log cabin. We couldn't ask for better