
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Cullowhee
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Cullowhee holiday rentals start at $136 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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20 of Cullowhee holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
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Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Cullowhee
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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!
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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.
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Tuckaseegee River House
Tuckasegee River House - 4 Bed/2 Bath/ Sleeps 6. Get as close to the water as possible! Large Covered Deck overlooking the river with Hot Tub under the stars! Unwind outside around the riverside fire pit. World class trout fishing just steps away. Just a short drive from downtown Dillsboro & Sylva, 10 minute drive from WCU, 20 minute drive from the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad’s Polar Express in Bryson City, and 45 mins from Asheville! Perfect for fisherman, families or romantic get-a-ways!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Riverfront Barn w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Kayaks
Escape to a riverfront retreat near WCU 🌄 • 1.6 miles to WCU 🎓 • Private river access + kayaks & tubes 🛶 • Hot tub + fire pit for relaxing nights ♨️🔥 • Fish, float, or unwind by the water 🌊 • 5-10 min to Sylva & Dillsboro 📍 • Close to Blue Ridge Parkway & Asheville 🏔️ Perfect for couples, families & game day stays ✨ • Peaceful, private setting surrounded by nature 🌲 • Easy access to hiking, dining & local shops 🍽️ • Ideal for weekend getaways or extended stays 🏡
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Berry Mountain Escape
3 bedroom (6 beds) modern home secluded yet close to many area attractions. Pet friendly, outdoor pet kennel, deck, outdoor lighting, fire pit, hammock, corn hole boards, coffee bar, s’mores, high chair & pack n play. Charcoal grill & 4 burner gas grill. New bed pillows, memory foam mattress toppers, games, hot water kettle & baby bath. 20 mins from Cherokee & 3 mins from WCU. Apple TV &/or Roku’s are in each room & you have access to Netflix, Amazon Prime & Hulu.
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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!
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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
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Popular amenities for Cullowhee family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Pet friendly, Fenced yard, Hot Tub, Hi-Speed WiFi

Amazing Smokey Mountain View Getaway Sylva, NC

Amazing Views! Log Cabin with Hot Tub & Fire Pit
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Creekside Hideaway | Hot Tub • Cedar Sauna Spa

Lake Glenville Shipping Container w/ Rooftop Deck!
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Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock
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Romantic Getaway | Hot tub, Fire pit & Near Hiking

Hottub+Creek+ 9.1 Miles WCU+ Fire pit
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Hidden River Gem | Mountain Views, Fish, Hike

Smoky Mountain Cottage on the Cove - 6 min to WCU

NC Mountain Escape (4x4 or AWD)

Million Dollar Views l King Family Suite

3BR Mountain House with Incredible Views

Casey Paradise Tiny Home Mountain Retreat near WCU

Sylva cabin overlooking Tuckasegee River

Cozy Mod A-Frame w/ Mt VIEW (Pups welcome!)
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Stunning Views and Hot Tub, at Beary Cozy Cabin
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Lakefront cabin getaway
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Lake Life Upper Apt-2 min walk to Lk Junaluska ASM
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Hummingbird Suite at Lake J
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Cataloochee Sky *private spring fed pool & hot tub
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Swim Fish Hike. We have what u need!
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The Water Wheel • an A-Frame in the NC Mountains
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Mt Laurel-Walk to Main Street!
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When is the best time to visit Cullowhee?
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| Avg. price | $263 NZD | $262 NZD | $260 NZD | $262 NZD | $272 NZD | $265 NZD | $262 NZD | $270 NZD | $260 NZD | $260 NZD | $263 NZD | $275 NZD |
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