
Waterfront holiday rentals in Bristol
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Explore 30 holiday rentals in Bristol

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Bristol holiday rentals start at €86 per night before taxes and fees

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20 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Bristol holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Bristol stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN
Make some memories at this unique, family-friendly waterfront river cottage (approx. 1,700 sf)! Fish, relax in the hammocks, or soak in the hot tub overlooking the river. Kayaks and life jackets available upon request at no charge (life jackets required). Please note we have a video camera overlooking the driveway, stairway, and river bank below the cottage. This property has stairs to enter and many stairs down to the river bank, plus uneven floors inside. Please consider this before booking.

Boone Dockers- 3bed/2bath lake house. Views!
Lakefront home on Boone Lake! Enjoy the view from the private, amazing covered back deck that stretches the entire length of the home. Swim and relax from your own private dock. Home is on a main channel of the lake and has water views all year long (TVA begins lowering lake in Sept). Close to Johnson City, 20 minutes Bristol Speedway, 40 minutes to Roan Mountain and the AT! It is 1 and 1/2 hours to the Smokies for a day trip or to Asheville NC. DOG friendly upon approval/ pet fee MUST be paid

REELaxed on Watauga River, Fishing, Family Fun!
Welcome to REELaxed on Watauga River 🎣 Walk straight out your back door and fish anytime—no driving, no crowds. With over 1200 feet of private river frontage, nestled in the city of Elizabethton, this is one of the most unique locations. Recently renovated and designed for comfort, our home gives you the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Whether you’re casting a line, enjoying the fire pit, or just taking in the river views, you’ll feel completely REELaxed from the moment you arrive.

Historic Farmhouse with Donkeys on Creeper Trail
Welcome to the historic Abingdon Donkey Lodge, a farm stay on the Creeper Trail. We're waterfront too, and have sweet, fuzzy donkeys to pet. Your stay includes the upstairs of our beautiful home: 2 huge bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dining area, and a balcony. (Your hosts live downstairs, so we share an entrance.) No kitchen or laundry access. We host up to 4 guests ages 12 and over. No pets, please. Two parking spaces. Please read all details before booking. Cats may visit you. NO CLEANING FEE.

Our mountain sanctuary
Come relax and play in the great outdoors. Our area is abundant with lakes, rivers, waterfalls and hiking (the Appalachian trail is just a mile away). Our rustic cabin is built from 1875 hand hewn logs and is located on Spivey Creek in Unicoi County Tennessee. The towns of Erwin TN and Burnsville NC are just down the mountain for shopping convenience. For the arts, entertainment and airport convenience Asheville NC and Johnson City TN are less than an hour away. Come stay in our lovely cabin.

The Trout House
Spacious, river-front home right on Watauga River! Large private pier right on the water with space to fish or put in your own kayak. Open kitchen/living room floor plan. Comfortably sleeps 8 with 2 bedrooms with queen beds, a couch- bed in the living room, and twin bunk beds in the bonus room. 65-in Roku TV in main living space with 2 additional smart TVs in bedrooms. Free parking in front of and behind the house. Perfect for a family vacation, guys' fishing weekend, or romantic getaway!

Bristol, TN on South Holston River. Dog Friendly!
A secluded, pet-friendly chalet on the South Holston River, close to local amenities and just 12 miles from Bristol Motor Speedway and 9 miles to downtown Bristol. With over 700 feet of river frontage, it’s a great spot for fishing and water fun, plus it's near South Holston Lake. Enjoy the Birthplace of Country Music, NASCAR, and Rhythm and Roots Reunion, with easy day trips to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Asheville. The chalet is a paradise for nature lovers!!!

Moss Creek Waterfront Cabin Boone Perfect Location
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...CREEKSIDE RELAXATION! One mile to Hound Ears Golf Club! Moss Creek cabin sits next to a gently flowing creek. Enjoy your early mornings or late evenings next to the fire overlooking the water. A peaceful getaway that is incredibly convenient to the top High Country attractions. Only 5 miles to Blowing Rock, 8 miles to Boone, and 12 miles to Banner Elk. Moss Creek is the perfect location for shopping, dining, skiing, biking, hiking & beautiful family parks.

Lake House with Hot Tub, Near Everything!
This serene lake front retreat has everything needed for any occasion. Whether its sitting on the dock to enjoy the tranquil scenery or taking a dip in the lake or hot tub, your choice of relaxation is covered. The kitchen is stocked and grill available, should you want to enjoy lake-side dining. No matter your style of get-away, the house has it covered. Conveniently located near I26 and the airport, you're minutes away from dining, shopping, hiking, skiing, racing, boating and more!

Easy Living
Easy Living is a quiet home in the country that sits directly beside the South Fork of the Holston River. It is halfway between the trail town of Damascus and historic Abingdon. The Virginia Creeper Trail is conveniently located just across the bridge at the end of the driveway and is the perfect place to hike, bike, or walk with the family. Fishing is available along the river bank or just relax on the private gazebo. All of the conveniences of home with much more relaxation!

Sybarite - Beautiful Watauga Lakefront
Our Watauga Lake front home is a perfect vacation getaway, located at the end of a point, the large deep water dock is ideal for year round boating and water sports. Conveniently located, we are within the quaint town of Butler and close to restaurants, small country stores and Cove Ridge Marina. Although Watauga Lake is our main attraction, we are near a number of waterfalls, hiking trails, mountain biking trails and the shopping areas surrounding the Tri-Cities and Boone, NC.

Riverfront Hot Tub in Damascus
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful and private home on the Whitetop Laurel creek, ranked one of the top wild trout streams in the eastern US. The RiverHouse is walking distance to downtown, the creeper trail and Appalachian trail. Bird watching, fishing, bonfires, grilling, hot tub, kayaking, tubing, tent camping, bike riding.. there’s opportunity for it all on the property. Stay and play in the backyard by the river or explore the town of Damascus and all its charm!
Popular amenities for waterfront rentals in Bristol
Waterfront apartment rentals

Walkable Boone Hub | King Bed | Free EV Charging

River’s Edge “A”

Lakefront 2BR apt, No Chores, J1772 EVchrg, kayaks

When Pigs Fly Farm

Krew’s Quarters-Lakefront Sleeps4 on South Holston

Apartment Directly ON The Virginia Creeper Trail

Comfortable Condo on the Lake

River’s Edge “B”
Waterfront house rentals

Charmer on Creeper & Creek! Walk downtown

Angel's River HideAway Riverview W/Easy Access

Cute & Cozy on the Lake

Charming Lakeside Cottage

19th C. Farmhouse 7 min. to Damascus & Creeper Tr.

Granny's House

Cozy Riverfront Duplex Near Town and Ski Mountains

5 Min to Tweetsie River Front | Hot Tub| Fire Pit
Waterfront apartment rentals

Chapel Cove Lake Condo

Creekside 2min to slopes..quiet & private location

SWEET LIFE at Sugar: water view & walkable!

Watauga Lake Hideaway #1

Luxury 4 Ensuites - close to Bike/Ski/Golf/Coaster

Banner Elk 2BR Villa (Sleeps 6) on Resort

"Harmony" WALK to Resort ~ BEST area verified!

Lakefront Sunrise Deck w/ Boat Slip, Washer/Dryer
When is the best time to visit Bristol?
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