Family-friendly vacation rentals in Cullowhee

2 Bedroom Apartment overlooks WCU and Cullowhee NC

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!

Tiny Home on the Tuck ( Tuckasegee River)

Relax on the Banks of the Tuckasegee River in the middle of the Fly Fishing Trail of Jackson County! This spacious, new Tiny Home has all the conveniences of home with views of one of the best trout streams in NC, the Tuckasegee River from most every window! The location is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and also fishing in the numerous lakes close by. It is a short distance to the Great Smoky Mountains Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Panthertown and Gorges Parks. WCU is only about 5 mi.

Catamount Cottage Studio across from WCU!

Catamount Cottage is a quaint retreat for either a single traveler or a couple. Located less than 1/2 mile from WCU and a 15-minute drive from downtown Sylva, it's perfect for work or play! This modern studio cottage is situated on a private drive in a residential area. The kitchenette, with granite countertops and an eat-in bar, has all of the amenities you might need. If there is work to do, you can utilize the dedicated high-speed internet and work from the bar-top or on the front deck.

Peaceful Cabin | Creek, Trails, Pool & Gym Access

Adventure meets comfort! Hike, fish in the creek, zip-line, raft, tube (tubes provided), boat, or go trail riding. No steep roads, easy drive to town. Near restaurants, breweries, and top spots: 6 mins to Western Carolina University (WCU), 9 mins to Castle Ladyhawke. Close to mountain towns of Sylva, Dillsboro, Cashiers, Franklin & Cherokee. Enjoy Casper memory foam beds, pool, hot tub, gym, clubhouse, playground & trails. Near NOC, Blue Ridge Parkway & Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Sunhillo Cabin by the Creek

Welcome to your peaceful getaway in the woods! Laid-back respite or outdoor adventures, Iook no further. Our deck overlooking the creek, nature trails (bring your hiking boots) and a rustic cabin with modern conveniences will satisfy any traveler. Not in town, but 5 miles to gas/snacks, 8.5 miles to WCU, and 14 miles to Sylva for groceries and unique dining and shopping. Short drives to Great Smokies National Park, Nantahala National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, NC Mountains to Sea Trail.

Wolf Lake Escape - lake & mountain retreat

Beautiful secluded setting on Wolf Lake. Private studio apartment with full kitchen and bath. Stunning lake view and full lake access with use of kayaks, canoe and dock in the adjacent cove. Private patio with fire pit and grill. Paradise Falls trailhead 1 mile away. Close to Panthertown Valley Backcountry Area with multiple trails and waterfalls. 45 minutes from Brevard, Sylva and Cashiers, NC. Easy drive to Asheville and Biltmore House. Onsite parking. Well behaved pets welcome

Windcrest Loft- charming retreat near the river.

Welcome to Windcrest Loft! If you’re looking for a homey place to stay while visiting the mountains, this is it! Kids and pets are welcome too. Centrally located, within minutes to shops and restaurants in Dillsboro and Sylva, 10 mins to WCU and 20 to Franklin, Bryson City & Waynesville. Convenient Tuckasegee river access across the street and close to many hiking spots! When not touring the area, relax outdoors and enjoy the antics of our resident goats, donkeys, geese and chickens.

Funky Lil’ House in Sylva -dog friendly

Cozy, quirky, & small (450sq ft) house with a very comfy sleep number queen bed in the bedroom. If a third person were so inclined, they could sleep on the couch. Fully stocked kitchen. Not a scenic location but very convenient! Sylva is amazingly located in the mountains only 25 miles to Smoky Mountain National Park, 10 miles to Cherokee NC, 40 miles to Asheville NC, gorgeous drives in every direction. Well behaved DOGS ONLY welcome for an additional fee.

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.

Mountain Farm Getaway Surrounded By Nature

Tent and Table Farm is a beautiful 20 acre farm situated at 4000' elevation in the middle of the Nantahala National Forest. You will be surrounded by nature, within minutes of some of the best waterfalls, hikes, and lakes Western North Carolina has to offer. Wake up to the birds chirping and go to sleep with the lightning bugs and stars filling up the night sky. This truly is a place to unplug and refresh your soul with a little wilderness therapy!

Pisgah Highlands A-frame Cabin

*4x4 or AWD only* Come enjoy seclusion and mountain views from this A-frame camping oasis hidden in the woods on our 125 acre private gated mountain top escape backing up to Pisgah National Forest. 4 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway for all the best hikes, and a 25 minute drive in to Asheville. Bring your own camping gear! We provide a bed platform, camping pads, charcoal grill, fire pit, outhouse, table, and a camping shelter to sleep in!

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 and 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 and air. It's pet-friendly, too!