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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

Dogtrot in Dennis Cove
Dogtrot in Dennis Cove: your basecamp for adventure! Steps away from the Appalachian Trail, this refuge is bordered by Cherokee National Forest and Laurel Fork Creek. On property activities include a wood fired hot tub, creek access for fishing / swimming, hiking, stargazing (no light pollution here) and of course, ping pong. With a picnic and hammock area by the creek, outdoor pavilion with a large fireplace, and no TV, you are finally able to spend some quality outdoor time with your family!

Farm Stay Cabin: Hot Tub, Creek, Animals & Zipline
Private Farm Stay 🐐🐖🐎🐇🦆🐓 where kids explore, parents relax, and everyone reconnects — animals, creek, zipline, and hot tub included. Designed for families/couples who want space, adventure & something truly different. 🌄 Choose the EXPERIENCE ✔ Private Petting Zoo & Pickleball ✔ Hot Tub & Fire Pit ✔ Ziplines, Huge Slide & Axe Toss ✔ Stocked trout creek ✔ Bird Aviary, Ponds & Hiking ✔ Fishing, Tubing & Trampoline ✔ Family-friendly and/or Romantic stay Only 20-25 mins to downtown Boone!

Creekside Cottage Nestled Between 2 Creeks
A wonderful mountain cottage nestled between 2 cascading creeks. Relax on the deck while enjoying the sounds of the creeks or enjoy the wonderful natural views. Home is minutes to the state park, hiking trails and 10 miles to the 6000 foot Roan Mountain Range and the Appalachian Trail. 30 minutes to the ski slopes and beautiful mountain towns. This is the perfect cottage to relax and recharge .Full kitchen and grill .WIFI and TV available. This home has it all for the perfect mountain getaway .

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.

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!

Angel's River HideAway Riverview W/Easy Access
Our cozy, river home offers a unique mountain getaway accommodating up to 5 guests. Extremely easy access from Hwy 19-E. Fall asleep in the hammock to the relaxing sound of the river, enjoy a crackling fire (wood available) while grilling on the riverbank, watch your pups enjoy stretching their legs inside the large fenced yard (.75 acre) Mere minutes from Hiking, Waterfalls, Fly fishing, Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Roan Mtn, Johnson City, Bristol Motor Speedway, Breweries & Wineries

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!

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.

Chapel Cove Lake Condo
Beautifully renovated condo with direct lake access and large dock. Conveniently located in North Johnson City, you are only minutes to the center of town and also I-26. This condo offers free parking directly in front of the condo. With two bedrooms, each with it's own en-suite bath it is perfect for travel medical staff to share or friends and family! And don't leave your best friend behind...we are pet friendly for up to 2 pets!
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