✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures.
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A family-friendly stay in Sylva awaits you at this apartment. Within steps you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River within a 20-minute stroll. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and a fenced private garden are also available. .This smoke-free apartment building offers a garden, barbecues and a water dispenser. Added amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities.
Western Carolina University - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 29 min drive - 34.8 km
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 30 min drive - 42.4 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 34 min drive - 47.1 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Courtyard Dining Hall - 8 min drive
El Patron - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
The Cullowhee Cafe - 9 min drive
About this property
✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures.
Use Sylvan Lea Cabin as home base for your outdoor summer adventures! You will experience modern rustic charm with impeccable luxe decor while you cozy up with family, children, and friends. • Full equipped kitchen • Super Comfy bedding • 3 bedrooms (1KG, 1Q, loft 1TWN bunk) • Remote Workspace • 4 Smart TVs • Fireplace/Fire pit • Huge Screened Porch w/ rockers/BBQ grill/dining • Families/Romantic Getaways/Couples • Check our 5 Star Reviews "Guest Favorite" on Air B & B! • 5 Star CLEAN! Sylvan Lea,"is so named because it describes the setting of this special place as it is set back in the woods (Sylvan) and sits atop a grassy knoll (Lea)! If you are on a direct booking website, check out our guest reviews on air b n b platform! We are proud of our 5-Star and "Guest Favorite" ratings! Guests rave about the comfy beds and how clean the cabin is!
**We use sustainability practices to help reduce our carbon footprint!
All non-emergency communication is through the booking platform. Feel free to reach out and we will get back to you as promptly as possible. If you experience an emergency, please call the property authorities. We have these numbers posted on the foyer entry wall for your quick reference and also in the guidebook under "Emergencies."
Located within the Pine Ridge community of private homes. Just minutes from WCU, downtown Sylva, and the Tuckasegee River . The cabin is tucked away at the end of an easy access gently sloping road (no 4WD needed), has a private fenced gate entrance, and adjoins 100 acres of woodlands of the beautiful Nantahala Forest with year round long range mountain views. Guests may use all amenities on this property. Enjoy the fireplace/fire pit, large porch with standing grill, private backyard and games, hammock, daybed swing on large front porch, corn hole, ladder ball, and more! From scenic views to cozy fire pits, this cabin is nestled in nature and has something for everyone in your group. Our mountains are the perfect backdrop for your summer escape! Brisk mountain mornings with a cup of coffee on the large screened in porch, and warm cozy nights in front of the fire pit making S'Mores. Games with the your children and members of your group. Close to WCU! We have both the "Super Host" 5-Star rating and "Guest Favorite" status and Top1% Award on Air B and B. • Fully equipped kitchen and coffee/tea bar • Comfy bedding (guests rave about it) • Blinds and white noise machines in all bedrooms to ensure a good nights sleep! • Two spacious bedrooms ( 1KG, 1 Q), and loft bedroom (twin bunk) • Dedicated workspace & Free Wifi • 4 Smart TVs ready for access to your favorite streaming accounts. • Stone Fireplace & Outdoor Fire pit • Large Back yard safe for children to explore • Large screened porch with rockers/Weber BBQ grill/dining • Ideal for families/Romantic Getaways/Couples Weekends • Employ sustainability practices to offset carbon footprint. • Rated 5-Star CLEAN by prior guests
CENTRAL LOCATION TO EXPLORE THE SURROUNDINGS: Adventure awaits with Sylvan Lea as your base—a quick access to: • Close proximity to Restaurants, Breweries, and Shopping • Rafting, hiking, fly fishing, kayaking, golfing, tubing, skiing nearby • Western Carolina University (WCU) (8 min) • Tuckaseegee River (2 min) • Downtown Sylva (13 min) • Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway (20 min) • Maggie Valley (25 min) • Franklin (25 min) • Lake Glenville (35 min) • Asheville (50 min) • Cashiers, and the Highlands (45 min).
BOOK YOUR SUMMER VACATION NOW and make Sylvan Lea Cabin your idyllic retreat! You will experience rustic charm with modern comforts and impeccable luxe decor while you cozy up with family/friends, and let stress melt away. We look forward to hosting you! The road is a gently sloping, not steep, and paved the entire way. No 4WD or mountain driving skill needed!
Directions to the cabin are provided with check in instructions prior to your arrival. You will also receive the physical address of the cabin to enter into your GPS.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Step to reach entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
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
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% organic food
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally sourced food prioritised
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Some LED lighting used
Unit size: 1,533 square feet
Water dispenser
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
• Sign guest book located on the table under the stairs.
• Empty fridge.
• Return furniture to original locations.
• Clean/turn off BBQ grill.
• Trash must bagged and removed to outside bins
•Contact us to pre-pay shipping to have item(s) left behind shipped to you .
• Log out of TV subscriptions added
• Please complete the online review .
• Message us privately of suggestions, damages.
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ GREAT experience overall.
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ GOOD but several issues not addressed.
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ OK but many issues not addressed.
⭐ ⭐ BAD Numerous issues, poor communication.
⭐ TERRIBLE Would not recommend.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
NO SMOKING or Vaping inside cabin or on porches.
QUIET TIME 10 PM-8 AM
PARTIES, EVENTS, and FILMING are prohibited.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures. have a pool?
No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.
What makes ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures. a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures..
Is ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures. family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures. is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures.?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures.?
No, ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures. does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at ✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures.?
No, pets are not allowed.
✨ 25% Off Premium Mountain View Cabin • “⭐ Guest Favorite" rated Top 1% of all Airbnb properties • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Porch Swing • Hammock & Close to WCU (3 Mi), Sylva dining, pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and many adventures. Reviews
Reviews
10
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.
Great mountain home! Inviting and cozy. Well thought out with extra touches to make for a great time!
MELISSA G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MonteR
26 Oct 2024
Restful, peaceful stay
We had an awesome time! Wonderful home, well-appointed, cozy and so relaxing! Weather was fantastic as well!
MonteR
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
PaulZ
24 Jan 2024
Mountain Cabin
Excellent cabin and beautiful surroundings. Could not have imagined such a modern home with all the amenities anyone would need to have an enjoyable and relaxing mountain vacation. Would definitely stay here in the future.
PaulZ
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
20 Oct 2023
Great Stay
The view and atmosphere was wonderful. Host communicated well and was easy to contact. Peaceful and relaxing vacation. Would definitely return.
Christopher
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
BruceW
23 Mar 2024
Exquisite Cabin!!
Our stay at Sylvan Lea Cabin was absolutely exquisite!! The house is extremely clean and cozy. It is also thoughtfully stocked with everything needed for the perfect mountain vacation. This property is very highly recommended by our experience.
BruceW
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Candice D.
5 Sept 2024
Review Mountain House
This cabin was great. So very clean, beautiful screened in porch and large back yard. Very, very nice! Thank you for providing such a great place to stay away from home.
Candice D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MarkM
30 May 2024
Sylvan Lea
Looks as good in person as it does in the pictures. Cabin was very clean upon arrival. Great and friendly hosts. We had an amazing week here.
MarkM
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
TaiW
3 Oct 2023
Fantastic Stay
My cousins and I had a fantastic time at this gorgeous cabin.
The location is convenient to Sylva, Cullowhee, and Dillsboro.
All amenities and accommodations are just as listed.
We enjoyed the fire pit and even made s’mores.
The scenic view from every angle of the property was an extra bonus.
This is an excellent home to simply get away.
TaiW
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
SaraC
25 Dec 2023
Magical and cozy
We stayed at Sylvan Lea with both of our young kids for a Christmas getaway and it could not have been more perfect! The location was secluded and private yet very close to all the essentials needed for food and groceries. We enjoyed the small towns nearby for some last minute Christmas shopping and spent a few of the days just relaxing in the cozy cabin with a log in the fireplace. The worst part of our trip was leaving!
SaraC
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cristina M.
1 Dec 2024
Cozy Thanksgiving Holiday with a view
The cabin was gorgeous….Beautifully decorated for the holidays with a Christmas tree and festive decor. The view of the mountain from the porch was stunning and the cabin was very clean and cozy. Comfy beds, stocked kitchen and thoughtful extras like detergent, shampoo, garbage bags etc. We enjoyed playing board games and lawn games and using the firepit for smores. Maria and Kevin were very communicative and responsive from booking questions all the way through checkout. 10/10
Thank you for a memorable Thanksgiving vacation!
Cristina M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
lauren m.
26 Aug 2025
Na
What a wonderful stay! the screened in porch is a total gem. Truly. Can’t beat it. We spent much of our stay enjoying the deck. The kitchen is labeled so you can find everything you need. Home is very clean and comfortable. High chair, pack and play, and baby gates made our stay with our 1 year old so easy. The hosts are very responsive - and if you need anything, they will take care of it. We even decided to stay an extra day because we weren’t ready to leave. And don’t forget to use the hot tub! Would absolutely stay again.
lauren m.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MaryannM
10 Jan 2024
Hidden Gem
This cabin is a hidden “gem”! This place should be in Better Homes and Gardens!” Just want you to know that this cabin retreat is one of the best I have ever encountered. It is not only welcoming but very comfy cozy. A “home” with every available amenity provided! As a creature of comfort I could not have been more comfortable! Thank you!
MaryannM
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
9 July 2024
Well appointed and so neat/clean!
This house met every expectation for our first trip to Sylva. Every room was equipped with things to make your stay comfortable. We had everything we needed (and then some!). The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked most of our meals at home. The beds were extremely comfy as well as the furniture. It's very close to a lot of things as well-downtown Sylva, tubing/kayaking/rafting at Dillsboro River Company, 20 min drive to Bryson City for the Smoky Mountain Railroad and other fun activities! I could go on and on, but Kevin and Maria are 5 star hosts who were very quick to respond and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed.
Amy N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
9 July 2024
Well appointed and so neat/clean!
This house met every expectation for our first trip to Sylva. Every room was equipped with things to make your stay comfortable. We had everything we needed (and then some!). The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked most of our meals at home. The beds were extremely comfy as well as the furniture. It's very close to a lot of things as well-downtown Sylva, tubing/kayaking/rafting at Dillsboro River Company, 20 min drive to Bryson City for the Smoky Mountain Railroad and other fun activities! I could go on and on, but Kevin and Maria are 5 star hosts who were very quick to respond and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed.
Amy N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathy G.
20 June 2024
Beautiful, peaceful mountain retreat!
Our stay at this beautiful, NC mountain home was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived we were blown away by the mountain views and peaceful atmosphere.
The home itself is immaculately maintained and offers all the comforts one can ask for. The kitchen is full equipped making it easy to prepare meals while the bedrooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated. One highlight was the screened-in porch where we enjoyed morning coffee and evenings drinking wine and watching the lightning bugs.
The host was incredibly welcoming and responsive providing detailed instructions and local recommendations. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful experience. We highly recommend this mountain home to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.
Kathy G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
AndrewF
2 Nov 2023
Birthday Getaway
This house is spectacular! 5 stars all the way around! The house is decorated so elegantly, from the flooring to the furnishings to the kitchen utensils and even the swing on the porch, everything is so intentional, thoughtful and classy. We slept so comfortably and woke up to an amazing view of the mountains every morning. It is exactly what we needed after stepping away from busy city life. The house is tucked away and surrounded by trees everywhere, yet the location is perfect, just minutes away from downtown Sylva. Thankfully we were there for perfect weather and the leaves in full fall bloom. So many pictures! The host were super responsive and most accommodating. We very much appreciate Kevin and Maria providing us the space to unwind, reconnect and take in the beauty that surrounds this cabin. North Carolina is so beautiful and the Great Smoky Mountains do not disappoint. We will definitely be returning to this fine abode!
AndrewF
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Candice D.
5 Sept 2024
Review Mountain House
This cabin was great. So very clean, beautiful screened in porch and large back yard. Very, very nice! Thank you for providing such a great place to stay away from home.
Candice D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Candice D.
5 Sept 2024
Review Mountain House
This cabin was great. So very clean, beautiful screened in porch and large back yard. Very, very nice! Thank you for providing such a great place to stay away from home.
Candice D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
9 July 2024
Well appointed and so neat/clean!
This house met every expectation for our first trip to Sylva. Every room was equipped with things to make your stay comfortable. We had everything we needed (and then some!). The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked most of our meals at home. The beds were extremely comfy as well as the furniture. It's very close to a lot of things as well-downtown Sylva, tubing/kayaking/rafting at Dillsboro River Company, 20 min drive to Bryson City for the Smoky Mountain Railroad and other fun activities! I could go on and on, but Kevin and Maria are 5 star hosts who were very quick to respond and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed.