Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River

10.0

Outstanding(15 Reviews)

Cabin in Swain County

9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this cabin rental

Welcome to Balsam + Ivy!

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This cozy log cabin has been completely redesigned for a fun and relaxing mountain getaway. Nestled in the back of a quiet neighborhood, this 3 Bedroom 3 Bath house has everything you need to explore. It’s just minutes from downtown Sylva, Western Carolina University and the Tuckaseegee River, and a close drive to hiking and multiple waterfalls.

LIVING AREA AND KITCHEN:
Upstairs you’ll enter to a spacious and open living room and kitchen. Stash your gear in the entry drop-zone, with hooks and shelves for everything. You can relax in the living room in front of the easy-to-use gas fireplace, play games at the coffee table or take in a movie on the flat screen TV. The kitchen comes equipped with everything you need to make a delicious home-cooked meal. Toaster, coffee maker, hand mixer, complete set of pots and pans and a great set of cooking knives. In addition to our regular dishes, we provide plastic kid friendly plates and bowls.

BEDROOMS:
Head down the hall to one of the 3 bedrooms. Each bedroom comes with comfortable beds, linens, nightstands, reading lights, closets and luggage racks. One bedroom has a King-sized bed, one a Queen-sized bed, and one is furnished with bunk beds. The bunk beds are a Twin XL over a Queen with a Twin XL trundle…perfect for adults or kids.

BATHROOMS:
There are three bathrooms. Between the bunk bed and queen room, the Jack n’ Jill bathroom has a tub/shower combo and a double vanity. The second upstairs bathroom has a door to the King bedroom as well as access from the hall. It has a large tile shower with glass door, and plenty of room in the vanity to store all of your toiletries. There is also a full bathroom in the basement with another shower.

OUTDOORS:
Sip your morning coffee outside on the spacious front porch in rocking chairs with views of the distant mountains and end your day nestled in amongst the trees with a glass of wine or a local brew at the outdoor seating area, complete with Adirondack chairs. There’s plenty of room for parking on the parking pad and driveway, and a level 2 vehicle charger (J1772 connector) is available.

BASEMENT:
There’s room for everyone with an upstairs and downstairs living area. The finished basement has a sectional couch, bean bags chairs, tons of games with a large table to play, and a full-sized arcade-style Skee-Ball! (*Please note, the SkeeBall is temporarily out of commission-you can still use it, it just needs a tune-up to make sound/keep score) There’s also a washer, dryer and laundry sink, and a flex-room/bedroom with a desk for a private spot to take meetings or get work done.

THE AREA:
Balsam + Ivy is located in Sylva, a cute mountain town with a great downtown area complete with shops, restaurants and multiple breweries. The cabin is also close to Dillsboro, which has another quaint downtown area. Western Carolina University is less than a 10 minute drive away-perfect for football games, family weekends, and events at the University. It’s a 30 minute drive to Waynesville, Cashiers and Bryson City-other fantastic towns to explore. The Tuckaseegee river runs along the entrance to the neighborhood. You can tube or raft on the river-check out Dillsboro Rafting for a great experience, or try out some of the best fly-fishing in the Southeast. There’s an abundance of hiking in the area-from long-range views to gorgeous waterfalls.

PLEASE NOTE:

-The cabin sits at the rear of a quiet neighborhood. Please be respectful of our neighbors who are permanent residents, particularly regarding noise (especially in the evening).
-We do not refund due to sickness, weather, storms or road conditions; we highly recommend you purchase travel insurance.
-Smoking and vaping is prohibited on the property - this includes outdoor spaces.
-Due to severe family allergies, we do not allow pets. No exceptions.
-Failure to respect the house rules will lead to immediate cancellation of your reservation with no refund.
-The property does have outdoor cameras and floodlights for security purposes, for the safety of our guests and to monitor if cabin services (such as cleaning and yard care) were completed. There are no cameras inside the home.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Swain County

Nearby attractions

The Island in Pigeon Forge

38.1 mi

Dollywood

36.5 mi

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

31.2 mi

Parrot Mountain and Gardens

37.2 mi

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Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River

$$$$

10.0

Outstanding(15 Reviews)

Cabin in Swain County

9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Swain County

Nearby attractions

The Island in Pigeon Forge

38.1 mi

Dollywood

36.5 mi

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

31.2 mi

Parrot Mountain and Gardens

37.2 mi

Reviews

10.0

Outstanding(15 Reviews)

10.0

Aug 2024

We had a fantastic stay at this property! It’s only a few minutes from Western Carolina University, Sylva, and Dillsboro. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. If you need to work from home, the basement bedroom has a little desk. The kitchen had every resource we needed when we decided to stay home and cook. Owners have lots of recommended sites and resources and we enjoy many of them! Highly recommend Dillsboro River Company guided rafting tour only a few minutes from the house. This was our fourth rental in the Sylva area over the last year and our family unanimously agreed it was the best!

10.0

Jul 2024

We absolutely LOVED our stay! The house is beautiful! It was updated, clean, spacious, and full of conveniences that made our stay stress-free. The location is great - so close to lots of fun activities. We went whitewater rafting, hiking, and found lots of great dining in the area. The best part was sitting on the porch just enjoying the view and the cool mountain air. We can't wait to book this house again!

10.0

Jul 2024

Spent just short of a week at this incredible cabin. Secuded on top of a quiet neighborhood, everything about the house was welcoming. From the front porch rockers to the skeeball game, we took advantage of all the place offered. Clean, fresh and cozy bedrooms were a hit for all of us staying there. Great kitchen and table to cook, comfortable couches for lounging and games in the basement for the kids and adults. We will keep this place on our list to return next time we are in Sylva.

10.0

Jun 2024

Perfect location to get away to the mountains. The cabin is beautiful and has everything you need.

10.0

Apr 2024

Balsam and Ivy was the perfect place for our families week long stay in the mountains! We loved the beautiful pastoral setting, driving to and from the house watching the bubbling rapids and fly fishermen in the Tuckeseegee River was beautiful! The house had everything we needed and we all really enjoyed the skeeball machine and board games! The EV charger was a wonderful perk allowing us to wake up charged and ready every day! The setting felt so remote at the end of road but the grocery store, restaurants, and Starbucks were all just minutes away! We had a wonderful week exploring the area from Highlands/Cashiers to Maggie Valley and Cherokee. The house was central and convenient to the whole region! We hiked several trails and saw several waterfalls but I think our favorite was the Alpaca farm tour! We can't wait to go back in the summer to do some rafting/tubing and explore even more! The hosts Dave and Em were great with a helpful guide of recommendations and easy check in/check out processes! Five stars for sure!!

10.0

Mar 2024

Excellent place to stay for a mountain getaway weekend

10.0

Dec 2023

The cabin was very clean, modern and family friendly. Lots of hangout spots. The kitchen was well supplied (maybe needs a muffin tin) The fireplace and generous supply of warm blankets were a hit. As was the skeeball game. Our family really enjoyed our stay.

10.0

Nov 2023

Balsam + Ivy was an INCREDIBLE place to stay. The location, size and fully stocked kitchen were impressive. The drive up to the house is beautiful, but once there, the accommodations do not disappoint. We only used two of the beds and pillows which were very comfortable. When you open the door, you are greeted by wood ceilings and glories and the Les there sofas saw so cozy bathe gas burning fireplace surely take the cozy cabin feel up a notch or two and the open floor plan really make the house feel spacious. We cooked breakfast every morning and had plenty of room to eat at the table. The kitchen has a really nice set of knives and plenty of kitchenware. No bathrooms are stocked with sun dried and thick plush towels. No doubt, the highlight for us was playing Skee Ball. What a way to bring a little competition into your vacation. The managers, Dave and Emily have a done a fantastic job summarizing local hikes and areas of interest that are listed in a book they have left for parusal. You cannot go wrong staying in this house. We are already planning our next trip in a few months.

10.0

Nov 2023

We were incredibly happy with the property. Great communication from the owners who have anticipated all your needs. Excellent location. Perfect for a Mountain get away as well as trip to visit Western Carolina University, Sylvia and surrounding areas. Our plan is to return next year. Highly recommend!!

10.0

Apr 2023

I can't speak highly enough of this vacation oasis! The property was perfect for our family with high quality amenities that made us feel like we could live there for good! The location is beautiful and perfectly situated for so many outdoor and historic activities. It was very reasonably priced and probably the best value VRBO that I have stayed in. We look forward to booking this one again and hope to try it during other seasons of the year. Thanks for the great stay!!

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Swain County?

The average price for a rental in Swain County is $178 per night. This rental is $89 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River

Cabin in Swain County

Reasons to book

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Map of Swain County

Nearby attractions

Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River

Cabin in Swain County

Reasons to book

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Map of Swain County

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Swain County?

Is parking included with this cabin?

Is there a pool at this cabin?

Is Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Cozy Mountain Cabin minutes from WCU, Sylva, & the Tuckaseegee River?

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