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Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake

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Cabin facing the Appalachian Trail.
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Watauga Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Watauga Lake Winery
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2 - 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Loft on 3rd Floor

2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom - Main Floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake

Create unforgettable memories with those you love spending time with.

Our cabin is perfect for outdoor adventures; swim, boat, or fish on Watauga Lake. Dock your boat at our private dock* on Watauga Lake which is located .2 miles down the hill from the cabin. Hike the Appalachian Trail or many of the trails in the area. Visit a local winery or grill & dine on our wrap around porch while overlooking the mountain range of the Appalachian Trail. Enjoy the fire pit and watch the sun set. Challenge each other to board games or relax in porch swings/rockers/hammock while stargazing the night sky. Come and enjoy the tranquility of Watauga Lake and create unforgettable memories.

The cabin layout: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a large 3rd floor loft.

Main Floor: The open concept main floor has a family room with tv and gas fireplace, dining table for 8, and an upscale kitchen with a farmhouse sink, gas stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave/convection oven, trash compactor, wine chiller and a large island with seating for 4. It is well stocked with all of the necessary cookware, appliances and accessories needed to make your meals. The bedroom/bathroom en-suite located on the main floor is perfect for anyone who has trouble navigating stairs. It has a king bed with 6 drawer storage underneath, a desk and a tv. In the bathroom there is a dual vanity, a separate toilet room, a large walk in shower with dual shower heads, and a full size front load washer and dryer.

2nd Floor: The 2 secondary bedrooms are located on the second floor with a shared hall bathroom that has a shower/tub combo. Each bedroom has a queen bed, dresser and a desk.

3rd Floor: The third floor loft is a large hang out space with a tv, reclining sofa and chair, plus 2 queen daybeds with full size trundle beds plus board games and cards for your enjoyment.

We welcome dogs** (pet fee required) to join your family and enjoy the beauty of the area.

Relax and give yourself a break from it all while enjoying the beauty of the mountains and lake around us, yet only 30 miles to Boone, NC or Johnson City, TN if you need all of the comforts of home. Mountain City and Elizabethton are the closest small towns to Butler.

*The cabin is not located directly on the lake, our private dock is locate a short (.2 miles) downhill walk from the cabin with a stair case that leads to the dock from the road. The walk from the dock back to the cabin is a strenuous .2 mile walk back uphill. Cove water levels vary in the fall and winter due to the TVA lake draw down

**Due to owner allergies, only allow dogs on the property with a pet fee.

Property manager

Chris and Laura R
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Non refundable pet fee of $150 per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The minimum age requirement for persons making reservation is 25. Please provide copy of ID as proof of age.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 0039159

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Watauga Lake and Watauga River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Watauga River - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 28 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 47 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 51 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico's Pizza & Sub's - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Table - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Watauga Lake and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Watauga River. Fish Springs Marina and Watauga Point Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

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

Great house!

Property had everything you could want -very comfortable! Lots of wonderful little touches. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

Beautiful Cabin!

Our stay was absolutely amazing! Chris and Laura were wonderful host and have such a beautiful cabin. We can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

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

Serene setting

Chris and Laura’s cabin was beautifully decorated for Christmas. It was the perfect size for our two families. The kitchen was well stocked and the whole atmosphere of the cabin was very cozy.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

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

Friends Get Away

Our 3 families loved this property! Everything was great the kids had a blast, parents got to relax and core memories were made.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin S.

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

Great Stay for a Family Vacation

My family had a great time here! The house was very clean and the hosts were easy to contact. There wasn’t a yard for young kids to run around but a playground was nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

G.A. M.

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

Awesome Property

Went up to Butler TN for a long weekend. The property is fantastic with great views. Super spacious with all the amenities one could need. The owners Laura & Chris helped out with any questions we had. They also helped to ensure we enjoyed our time away. Thanks for the fun time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S.

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

Watauga mountain retreat.

The property was magnificent, the house is perfect!!! We had everything we could need couldn’t ask for anything better.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Short three day stay

What a beautiful place we really enjoyed staying in the mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edmund O.

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

Summer Respote

Lovely home with up-to-date amenities. The owners were very organized and gave great tips and instructions and were reachable with questions. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb K.

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

Highest Recommendation!

Our stay here exceeded all of our expectations. From our first communication with the owners to when checked out - it was a 5 star experience. The owners are wonderful to work with and receptive and prompt in answering any question. The property is immaculate in every way. We will be seeking this property out next time we visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Tranquility

Beautiful home in the mountains ~ my family including our furry friends enjoyed our stay. Getting to the dock was definitely a great opportunity for exercise 😊~ I would love to come back in the fall the colors must be breathtaking! Overall a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Appalachian trail hiking trip

Loved sitting on the deck with a glass of wine and a book after hiking all day. Beds were comfy, wine cooler refrigerator was a bonus. Owner was quickly responsive to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

Family weekend

This is a beautiful home with comfy beds and plenty of rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather A., Palm Bay, USA

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

Perfect Stay

The view alone was amazing but the property and owners made it so much beyond amazing. The amenities were endless, things I’d never think of needing, everything was available. The house was immaculately clean and comfy! There were so many little touches that made the stay delightful. My teens were never bored, even put their devices away for most of the trip. The loft was perfect for them! WiFi was questionable at one point for my son needing to take an online exam, but it worked perfectly on the 2nd floor. Thank you, Laura and Chris, for allowing us to stay in your place. Lots of love and memories shared this week!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle & Todd G.

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

Great stay at this cabin!

We had a great time at this cabin! The communication was super easy and quick and the place looks exactly like it does in the pictures. Clean and neat and well appointed. It’s close to food and grocery and there were plenty of recreation areas and parks close by to exercise our dog. Would absolutely recommend staying there!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Watauga Lake is Beautiful

We enjoyed the cabin. It was well stocked and clean. There is not a lake view from the cabin and a pretty long walk to the dock. We had a boat and made it work but the walk up the hill multiple times a day was hard. The cabin was very comfortable and worked well for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

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

perfect for a weekend in the mountains

This was a really nice property in a good neighborhood. just wish the dock was a little closer to the house. perfect for a weekend away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ebony H., summerfield,usa

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

Great cabin

This was a great stay everything was so nice the experience on being their was great we all loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam C.

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

Friends and Family

Exceptional week. Property was great. House very comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. Butler has an interesting history and we thoroughly enjoyed the museum tour with Juanita. And the lagniappe(a little something extra) of deer meat from Cheryl was a real treat.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Gorgeous! Perfect for meeting up with family in North Carolina!

~This was the perfect "meet in the middle" cabin for us and our cousins from North Carolina. ~The owners were great and quick to respond to any questions we had. Check in/out was super easy, as well. The cabin was beautiful and, although you cannot see the lake from the cabin, it's nestled amongst the trees and has a spectacular view of the mountains, and you can experience beautiful sunsets. All of the doors have the ability to open just a screen door and let in the mountain breeze throughout the entire cabin. There's a fireplace with gas logs in the living room which makes it cozy feeling at night. ~The kitchen was well stocked and even had a really nice digital thermometer for the steaks we cooked on the outdoor gas grill one night. ~The master bedroom (with a king bed) and bathroom were amazing. The shower is large and has two shower heads in it. There are two bedrooms on the second floor with queen beds. They share a bathroom. ~On the third floor, it's all open (you can look over the railing down to the first floor) and huge. Perfect place for kids to hang out and play air hockey, take naps or play board games...all of which our "kids" (technically adults, but they're in college, so still kids to us :) did and enjoyed. I will say, like others have mentioned, it's all open so you can hear everything they are saying, as well as they can hear everything you say on the first floor, which was actually kinda cool because I didn't have to walk up all those steps every morning to wake them up, I just yell up to them to wake up. Lol! I will mention also that there isn't a bathroom on the third floor, so anyone that stays up there will have to use one of the bathrooms/showers on the first or second floor. ~The owners left a sweet little basket of items to make s'mores, and we did at the outdoor gas fireplace :) which is on the deck right outside the sliding door from the living room. ~A couple of mornings we took a walk around to the lake (absolutely breathtaking that time of morning!), and we saw the dock, but we didn't go down there, only because we weren't really there for the water...and it was chilly this time of year, but it's nice. ~Overall, it was a great place to get together with family we only see once a year. We hung out and chilled together, went to High Country UTV Tours near Roan Mountain (SO fun!), took a little hike at Roan Mountain, played games, and watched the UT/Alabama game...GO VOLS! :D ~Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye S.

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

Extended weekend getaway for the family

Our family had a good stay at this cabin. Other than trying to find it in the dark (to be fair, we are from the flatlands of Illinois, so it was a tad intimidating), getting there and checking in was very easy. The owners were very responsive to questions/messages, often getting back to us within minutes, which we appreciated! The cabin was clean and stocked, we cooked quite a bit while there, and there was plenty of pots/pans/appliances to make it like home. The owners had left us a sweet basket of s'more fixings to be used with the outdoor firepit, which was thoughtful. It is a family friendly cabin, with lots of board games, extra pillows/towels, etc. We dont have toddlers/babies, but I did notice there were lots of safety features for small kids, like gates on the deck, door alarms, and easy baby gates on the stairs if needed. The vaulted ceiling of the three-floor cabin was beautiful and what I was looking for in a mountain cabin. As previous reviews mentioned, it did make it a tad harder with the younger kids' bedtimes as far as noise or lights, but we brought a box fan as a sound machine and didnt really have major problems. The loft was a fun place for the kids to play, and it is quite large! The bathrooms were super clean, and the master shower is wonderful. Only major bummer is that one of the biggest reasons we chose this house over a few others that were closer to our day hikes was it has a private dock and paddleboat included in the price that we could take out at-will to explore the cove and lake. However the paddleboat wasn't there when we arrived (owners were notified, responded immediately, and did try to find it), and it really did really limit our interaction with the lake. Again, not likely in the control of the owners, but was disappointing to us as far as a big expected activity that got cut out of the vacation. All in all, a good experience. Nice location, and we were able to take a day trip to Grandfather Mountain and Elk River Falls, both worth the drive and time. Ate at Southern Craft Restaurant at the lake, and it was good BBQ. I would recommend this cabin, and thanks to the owners for their hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Tired property

Open air floor plan with noise made it difficult for family to rest at night. 2nd and 3rd floors never cooled. Beds were uncomfortable and fans need to be serviced. Master bath was very nice. Master bed was uncomfortable with heating pad mattress cover. Dock area in very low water with damaged properties surrounding it. Paddle boat was full of water. Washer smelled of mildew
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Family getaway

The cabin was clean and beautiful, just as described. It served as a comfortable home base for our family’s mountain and lake adventures. We enjoyed the views from the deck, paddle boarding and swimming from the dock, and catching up with old friends who live in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margie B.

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

Beautiful Watauga Lake!

Our stay here was very nice. We gathered our family from 3 states, IN, GA, and AZ. The kitchen has all new appliances and the large windows off the open living area makes a beautiful setting - if only you could see the lake it would be perfection. We loved our time together and having your own boat dock made the lake fun nice and private. (We rented a pontoon for 3 days and loved taking it out and tubing.) Keep in mind as stated though that this is a good walk away and steep. The listing states that clearly, but it did make it slightly more difficult for our pregnant daughter-in-law and son who also have a 15 mth old. We would drive them down to the steps to the dock along with our coolers etc and then one person would walk back down - we usually assigned our AZ son who climbs the mountains all the time out west - ha ha. Owners were always responsive to our questions before our trip and the home is very well kept and clean. Thank you for the memories and sharing your home with our family. We love Watauga Lake too - most beautiful lake and crystal clear water I think I have ever seen..
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris and Laura R

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Why they chose this property

Owning a mountain home and a lake home has always been a dream to us. This is the best of both worlds, and the beauty of this mountain-lake is just breathtaking. In a time when the world was all stuck within the walls of their own home, we decided to purchase this beautiful cabin as a way to escape, explore, enjoy the beauty around us, and share it with others wanting to do the exact same thing! No matter the season, the views are stunning here, I promise you!

What makes this property unique

EXPLORING NEARBY:
Launch your personal watercraft in Watauga Lake at several public boat ramps and tie up to our private dock located in a nearby cove. (a stair case leads to the dock and there’s a strenuous .2 mile incline walk back to the house; water levels vary in the fall and winter due to the TVA lake draw down)
Boat Rentals: Lakeshore Marina or Fish Springs Marina (pontoon, outboards, kayak, paddle boards, jet skis and canoes—in season, rentals are in high demand so I recommend renting your boat as soon as you book your stay)
Fish Watauga Lake - rainbow and lake trout, black bass, crappie and walleye
Swim: Watauga Point Rec. Area or Shook Branch
Hike: Appalachian Trail or other nearby trails and waterfalls within 10 miles of the cabin (Laurel Falls, Coon Den Falls and Twisting Falls; + many others within an hours drive)
Picnic in the Recreation Area in the Cherokee National Forest or Butler Park with playground
Visit the Butler and Watauga Valley Heritage Museum and learn about the history of Butler and the relocation of the town to higher grounds to make way for Watauga Lake to provide flood control and electricity for the area.
Stargaze from the porch and marvel at the night sky. Download an app. It’s amazing on a clear night.
Visit the Watauga Lake Winery or Villa Nove Vinyards
Doe Mountain Rec area: multi-use trails for off-highway vehicles, horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking.
NORTH CAROLINA’S BOONE -BANNER ELK NC AREA: (26 + miles)
Catch a sporting event at Appalachian State University
Ride the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster
Apple Tree Farm-visit with alpacas, llamas, goats, donkey and sheep
Sugar Mountain- skiing;
Beech Mountain Ski Resort .
Blueridge Parkway
Grandfather Mountain mile high swinging bridge. (46 miles)
Hawksnest- snow tubing park, zip lining (41 miles)
Jonas Ridge snow tubing park (47 miles)
Bristol Motor Speedway
ELIZABETHTON/JOHNSON CITY/BRISTOL offer many more activities too!

Languages:

English

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