Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Cullowhee

Million Dollar Views l King Family Suite

Welcome to Balsam Haven. Arrive at your 4 bedroom 2 bath mountain air oasis. Panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains from expansive windows and patio deck. A comfortable place to land, and close to everything fun and adventurous. Whether you're gathering around one of the two firepit areas, grilling out on the gas grill while taking in the views, or settling in for the night in front of the indoor fireplace. The fenced side yard is perfect for yard games with friends, family, and your pet.

Romantic Couples Stay with Hot Tub & Great Views

Experience Luxury Glamping at Natures Dome while Exploring the Smoky Mountains this Summer. Chase waterfalls and count the stars ✨ gazing through the skylight. Relax listening to the sounds of the creek below 💞. Enjoy the privacy & seclusion while being minutes from downtown Sylva & Dillsboro, Harrah's Cherokee Casino & The Smoky Mountain Scenic Train Ride 🚂. The National Parks & Blueridge Parkway is within 25 mins while bigger cities like Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge are about an hours drive.

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.

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.

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!

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 🏡

Red Roof at the Tuckaseigee Valley Cabins

This cabin is close to Western Carolina University ( about 4 miles), Cullowhee, Sylva and Cashiers, NC. You’ll love this home because of the views, the coziness, woodburning fireplace, firepit, convenience and unique decorations ( I call it the museum in honor of my grandparents). In addition to two bedrooms, there are bunk beds in the loft for the kids. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets).

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.

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!

The Twig | Outdoor Shower, Deck & Cozy Chimney

Escape the world with this magical experience at Whisper Woods. Nestled between Waynesville & Sylva, just minutes from countless hikes and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Cherokee entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only 35 minutes away. ◆ Deck and outdoor shower for post hike refresh ◆ Mini fridge, cooktop and microwave ◆ Bathtub for soaking (no indoor shower) ◆ Stargazing from the deck under mountain skies

Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock

Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.

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!