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River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains!

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains! (Sylva)

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River Rest, a magical riverfront tiny house, offers the perfect blend of nature and comfort. Nestled in a prime location just minutes from Sylva and Dillsboro downtowns, wake up to the soothing sounds of Tuckaseegee River and enjoy on-site fishing or explore nearby rafting & kayaking rentals.

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Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Parking available

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

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About this property

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

River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains!

Welcome to River Rest! This magical riverfront tiny house is the perfect nature escape, just 20 minutes to the Great Smoky Mountains and 5 minutes to Sylva and Dillsboro. Fish right on the property, rent kayaks or go rafting just 2 minutes away and enjoy beautiful hiking trails nearby. Wake up in a cozy bed to the soothing sounds of the Tuckasegee River.

◆ River access
◆ Beautiful walking trails & mountain views
◆ 1 queen bed & full sofa bed
◆ Coffee provided
◆ Kitchen essentials
◆ Wi-Fi

River Rest sits right on the Tuckasegee River and gives you easy access to fun and relaxing activities. Kayak down the river, hike in the mountains, fish from the riverbank or grab great food and drinks in town as it is all close by. The tiny house is located at the front of Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins and Campground, offering a quiet, cozy place to enjoy nature and explore the area.

◆ 2 minutes to Tuckasegee Outfitters (tubing, rafting, kayaking)
◆ 3 minutes to downtown Dillsboro with great restaurants
◆ 7 minutes to downtown Sylva with amazing food and local breweries
◆ 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
◆ 20 minutes to Cherokee
◆ Located at the entrance of Laurel Bush Riverfront Cabins & Campground

You will have full access to the entire tiny home during your stay.

We are pet friendly! Pet fee applies at booking. Please reach out if you have any questions.

We have 8 other riverfront cabins nearby in a small, family friendly campground that remains peaceful and perfect for relaxing getaways.

Everything you need is provided, including linens, towels, cooking essentials, and coffee. The kitchen has a hot plate. Just bring yourself and enjoy!

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Kitchen
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Air-conditioning
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includes taxes & fees

19 Feb - 20 Feb

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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

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

Property is also known as

310626

About the area

Located in Sylva, River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains! is on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Country Side Bowling Lanes and Sequoyah National Golf Club. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sylva travel guide

Sylva, NC

What's nearby

Tuckasegee River
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Western Carolina University
12 min drive - 12.2 km
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
21 min drive - 26.8 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
23 min drive - 22.3 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
25 min drive - 30.8 km

Restaurants

McDonald's
10 min drive
Waffle House
10 min drive
Big Nick’s Bbq
10 min drive
Dairy Queen
10 min drive
Jack The Dipper
10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains!?

As of 10 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains! on 11 Feb 2026 start from AU$246.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Rest, Hiking, Fishing, Rafting, and 20 to Smoky Mountains!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

7 Nov 2025

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

Great location, comfortable bed and clean space! Will book again. Thank you for your hospitality

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

15 Oct 2025

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

Very clean and nice property with immediate access to the river, and the town of Dillsboro nearby was so cute. Very beautiful views

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

16 May 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!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025