10/10 Excellent
Darla K.
Jul 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Small Efficient & Updated Tiny House
Darla K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns
2.0 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet friendly
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Sylva, NC
- Harris Regional Hospital9 min drive
- Western Carolina University18 min drive
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino24 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Sylva
River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns places you next to Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River.
What's nearby
- Harris Regional Hospital - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
- Southwestern Community College - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
- Sequoyah National Golf Club - 16 min drive - 11.0 miles
- Western Carolina University - 18 min drive - 7.4 miles
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 24 min drive - 16.2 miles
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Cookout - 12 min drive
- Zaxby's - 10 min drive
- El Patron Mexican Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Dalaya Thai Cuisine - 6 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.
River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns
"River Rest" is a magical riverfront tiny house - the perfect place to recharge and enjoy nature. It's the ideal launching point just 20 minutes to the Great Smoky Mountains and 5 minutes to the cute downtowns of Sylva and Dillsboro. Fish right on the property, enjoy rafting & kayaking rentals just 2 minutes away, and plenty of hiking within minutes! You won't want to leave waking up in your cozy bed with the constant sound of the beautiful Tuckaseegee River!
Can't beat the location:
- 2 mins to Tuckaseegee Outfitters (tubing, rafting and kayaking)
- 3 min to downtown Dillsboro with great restaurants
- 7 mins away to downtown Sylva with amazing food and breweries
- 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountain National Park
- 20 minutes to Cherokee
- Fishing, tubing, kayaking on site!
- At the front of the Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins and campground.
House features:
- Wifi
- 1 queen bed and a full sofa bed
- Coffee provided
- Kitchen essentials for a quick meal (microwave and hot plate burner)
- Desk/dining table
- Sleeps 3
The houses are at the front of the Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins and campground.
***This is a pet-friendly property, we do charge a pet fee. You'll see this upon booking! Reach out with any questions.
Can't beat the location:
- 2 mins to Tuckaseegee Outfitters (tubing, rafting and kayaking)
- 3 min to downtown Dillsboro with great restaurants
- 7 mins away to downtown Sylva with amazing food and breweries
- 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountain National Park
- 20 minutes to Cherokee
- Fishing, tubing, kayaking on site!
- At the front of the Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins and campground.
House features:
- Wifi
- 1 queen bed and a full sofa bed
- Coffee provided
- Kitchen essentials for a quick meal (microwave and hot plate burner)
- Desk/dining table
- Sleeps 3
The houses are at the front of the Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins and campground.
***This is a pet-friendly property, we do charge a pet fee. You'll see this upon booking! Reach out with any questions.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Other standard amenities include kitchens and desks.
Property manager
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Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
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
310626
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available on site at River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns?
Does River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns include a casino on the premises?
No, River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns doesn't have a casino.
Does River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
No, River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.
Will River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns.
River Rest | Hike, fish, raft, 20min to Smoky Mtns Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeff
Traveled with partner
May 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and had a beautiful river right outside. Not typically a fan of anything but hotels, but this had everything you might need!
Hosts were also very responsive when we had any questions!
Jeff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025