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Whisper Of Himalaya

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An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a gravel path and a wooden fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A house with a white exterior and a balcony, surrounded by trees and a hill.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a patterned rug.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Sylva, NC
  • Place, Southwestern Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sylva

With a stay at this vacation home in Sylva, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Western Carolina University and Nantahala National Forest. .This vacation home is 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 22 mi (35.5 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Southwestern Community College - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Western Carolina University - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 29 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 29 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 33 min drive - 28.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtyard Dining Hall - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪South of Philly - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mabel's Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Whisper Of Himalaya

This two bedroom bungalow is in a convenient location to Sylva restaurants and shopping, newly renovated interior comfortable, peaceful and sprinkled with authentic Tibetan furnishings. Great proximity to Dillsboro, Cullowhee, Cherokee and GSMNP
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free vacation home offers wheelchair access and books.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Whisper Of Himalaya Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! The location was perfect for visiting at WCU! Close to everything but still quiet and relaxing! Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot and host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our needs. Comfortable amd clean. Great host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Great location for WCU families

Quaint, clean, and in a great location for visiting WCU and Sylvia. We've stayed there twice now and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Whisper of Himalaya has a convenient location on a quiet street. We enjoyed using the firepit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
The house was very clean and neat. It is in a good location. Jamyang was very nice and willing to help us with anything we needed. This was a pleasant experience and we would rent this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place close to WCU, Sylva and all the mountains have to offer. This was a great place to stay at while my daughter attended a camp at WCU. Everything was great and Jamyang the owner was super responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Travel for conference

Very comfortable house and great host! This was the perfect location for our travel to a conference at WCU.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a weekend visit to WCU! My family of four enjoyed staying at this house to visit WCU. We went out to eat one night in Sylva and cooked the other night. The pans were still in good shape, which is rare at a rental, there could have been more cooking utensils but otherwise it was enough to cook an easy stir fry.
View in the morning from the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

Comfy cozy and clean

Very comfortable coY and clean would recommend for anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

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

Great location for WCU family

We stayed at this location during family weekend at WCU. Only a few minutes from campus and great access to all that Sylva has to offer. It was the perfect spot. Cozy and clean, just as advertised. We had a great stay and will definitely consider for our next trip to town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

WCU visit

Great place to stay for a few days to visit WCU for orientation. Great location, 8 minutes from the school. Next door to food and walkart. Excellent decription of the property and it did not disappoint! Great communication from the owner! Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Adorable

This was the perfect house for what was needed. Very clean. The owner stayed inconact eith me to ensure that nothing was beeded. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Don’t sleep on this one!! If you are OCD about cleanliness, this house is for you. The extra touches meant a lot to me. The sweetest welcome card, coffee pods, sweets and so much more! Thanks Jimmy for an awesome relaxing stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vera D.

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

Mountain Get away

I had an incredible experience at Whisper of Himalaya, clean to perfection and convenient location. The combination of stunning mountain scenery, a charming cottage with Zen-inspired decor, and the warmth of nearby friends made for a truly memorable stay. My host, Jamyang, was attentive and made me feel secure throughout my time there. It was the perfect getaway to recharge and connect with nature. I'm had a wonderful time and am already looking forward to my next visit! Thank you, Jamyang.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caleb T.

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

“A place I could see myself living”

Over my stay I found myself thinking “I would just love to live here!” I have stayed in Sylva before and Jamyang’s place provided me exactly the living experience I wanted. The property is large enough to hold a few people comfortably for over a week, with a table, stove, fridge, shower, TV, and two beds. At the same time, I found it was small enough to leave ample outdoor space featuring a stunning newly constructed deck wrapping around half of the building, leading to a yard with a fire pit and chairs. Additionally, Jamyang is very communicative and deeply cares about making people’s experiences wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

WCU Families

Jamyang creates a welcoming experience from start to finish and top to bottom. Such a gracious host. This little home packs a punch with excellent amenities, small touches that go a long way, and an peaceful and inviting vibe, too. We highly recommend hikes on the campus trail system and a trip to the airport at sunset or sunrise for gorgeous views of the sky. Also recommend a stop at the White Moon Cafe for coffee or a bit. Lots of great board games there too. All short drives from Whisper of Himalaya. Definitely rent for your next visit to Sylva or WCU.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Calm, convenient, and comfortable

We loved our stay at Whisper Of Himalaya -- my daughter and I stayed for her to tour WCU. We were only a few minutes away from campus. The house was clean, quiet, comfortable, and we enjoyed the decor. We each had our own room and slept great both nights. The linens were soft and we appreciated the toiletries and well stocked kitchen. The house was close to everything we needed -- WCU, Sylva, Dillsboro. We visited Asheville on our way home. The front of the house has a suburban view and the back has a peaceful view of woods. Jamyang kept in touch, making sure all of our needs were met. The cottage was perfect for our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pat S.

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

Himalayan

This property fulfilled are stay, however the amenities could have been improved by having a bureau or two, a written description of navigating the Google TV, and a written description of using the remote thermostat for the heater/AC. Consider upgrading the sheets on the beds they're quite thin, a little better quality here would be nice. Maybe a written description of emergency numbers of the local police, fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024