You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Relaxing waterfront studio on the Watuaga river!
Our relaxing Waterfront cabin is located on Watauga River minutes from Johnson City, Bristol Motor Speedway, and the Casino. This fishing themed cabin is a spacious studio with a kitchenette, 70’ smart tv, a queen size bed, and a beautiful front porch. Enjoy fishing and hiking among other activities in the area!
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Watauga River. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchenette and a patio.
Air-conditioned cabin with kitchenette, patio and Smart TV
Steps from Watauga River and a 2-minute drive from Carter Mansion
Relaxing waterfront studio on the Watuaga river! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Elizabethton cabin is smoke free.
Property manager
Roy Tolley
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchenette
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Bicycles
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Relaxing waterfront studio on the Watuaga river! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 43 reviews
10 - Excellent
35
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
8 - Good
6
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tina W.
17 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tina W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John D.
10 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
John D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nellie G.
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely relaxing
My husband is disabled and we don't get to get out much this little cabin was just what we needed we sat outside on the porch early morning watching the dark turn into light the sound of the water trees whistling in the wind the Canadian geese were beautiful cabin was so clean and nicely kept and the host was prompt with everything we needed I definitely found our favorite place thanks for making our 29th anniversary a memorable trip
Nellie G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Kim H.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable stay
The cabin is cute and comfortable, very clean. A few minor issues. Had to go to the store for Kcup coffee since the coffee pot is a Keurig (would be helpful to note this in the description or provide the fillable Kcup). Limited counter space for preparing meals, etc. The Wautuga river is very fast moving, would not want to stay there with small children. The river is beautiful and we enjoyed sitting by the fire next to the river. The location is in town, in a so so neighborhood. For mountain views, you just need to drive around. Found some beautiful spots around Wautuga Lake and farther up river. The check in process could use some improvement. Cell service is spotty and the cabin number was not given until I after I messaged the host. By the time I got a response, we had gone to each cabin and tested the code until we found which one it opened. Should maybe give that info to your guests more in advance since the service by the cabins is not great.
Kim H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ann H.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend stay
Highlights from the porch: great blue heron, beaver swimming upstream with branch, geese with six goslings visiting every morning. Truly beautiful. I enjoyed my stay. I was out and about during the day. The location is very convenient and it was easy to get to Johnson City and Blountville to visit family. The cabin is well equipped, clean, and has a comfortable bed. As a senior, I appreciated that there is a ramp up to the deck and entry. My son and his wife enjoyed finishing our evening with campfire on the riverbank. I would love to stay again on my next visit to the area.
Ann H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
G.R. M.
30 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the river
Nice place, well decorated and right on the river. However the location was behind a storage rental building more on an industrial side of town
G.R. M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie W.
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Loved the river view,fishing and the cleanliness of our cabin. On the water and only 2 minutes from town….
Melanie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Melissa C.
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quite Stay
The cabin was clean, and cute. The rivercwas rightvthere overlooking from the porch. It was a little tricky where the cabin was, but well worth it.
Melissa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
janet c.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway
Nice, clean cabin right on the river. Enjoyed cocktails on the deck and watched the geese fly by!
janet c.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane C.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax!
Loved watching ducks, geese and fishermen in boats!
Jane C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diane H.
8 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
M2nd stay there. Very nice, clean and setting.
Diane H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
john f.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Foster Getaway !!
Deb and I have Entertained and Vacationed, Cruised, All Inclusives for Decades. We needed a Tiny Spot to Ourselves :) This Spot Was FINE !!!
john f.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara J G.
20 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
As posted
Just perfect for 2. Our 2nd stay as we have family near by. Each morning Canadian geese took their morning swim, counted nearly 60 one morning. Minutes to dining and shopping. 15 to 30 minutes to numerous outdoor activities.
Barbara J G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gayle R., Savannah
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Husband Birthday
Its a beautiful little cabin. We enjoyed the river right at the edge of the porch. The owner brought us alot of firewood.
Gayle R.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
kim k., Rector, pa
9 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Nice and very clean
kim k.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frank C.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
GOOD to GO
Great place to stay if you’re staying short term easy and easy out view on the river was good, relaxing quiet out of the way
Host was very responsive. Would stay there again.
Frank C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donna F.
26 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Refreshing Retreat
I recently lost my husband and I came here to reflect, pray, wanting to know where God wants me to go from here. I love the water and the fire pit, but most of all, I love the warmth and coziness of this cabin. I spent most of my time inside. It was even nicer than I pictured it. inside
This adorable cabin was a perfect solution to a quiet place but not to far from home. My only frustration was the motion light on the cabin next door. Any small movement triggered the light to come on. And it faced the campfire. Kinda ruining the blaze from the fire. If that light pointed to the rd just a little bit more. This would not have been a issu . I'll be back for sure though
This place is awesome !!! Me and my girlfriend just spent 5 day on the river and we didnt want to go home. The host Roy greeted us and was ultra helpful, he also takes care of the property which was fully equipped with everything, spare towels, napkins, coffee, TP...... He reached out to help but also left us alone (HUGE).
We went to Blue Hole waterfall-freezing but you have to go in, the Wilbur Dam-very cool, Worlds Smallest Tunnel in Shady Valley-silly fun, the Cherokee Natl Forest- breath taking, Roy told us about great food and places nearby. Total success of a mountain trip (we live in S.FL) except for the 12 hour drive, but it was worth it, definitely doing it exactly the same next time.
Jon
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Sandra
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Air wasnt cold chair broke at fire pit really not safe for children river 12 ft from the cabin they didn't know we booked our nights
Sandra
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda P.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Johnson City
Need directions in home for TV and air conditioning- had to call owner for tv and he promptly helped but didn’t bother him for air. Figured it out 2nd night.
Rhonda P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom P.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tennessee 6/24
This is a really nice cabin, immaculately clean and very well-appointed with all the appliances and amenities for a comfortable stay. The mattress was also amazing, better than I have at home. Amazing 65" (I think) TV. Host is very responsive, I appreciated that. I would definitely stay again.
I had a hard time finding the cabin, I didn't see any sign by the road, and had to search around. The information that was provided that the cabin was behind the self-storage facility was what finally got me there. When I got there, the cabins were marked 1 through 4, and my reservation didn't say which one was mine, so I had to go cabin to cabin to check the access code on the reservation. Maybe I missed something, would not be the first time.
I'd also suggest a small bookcase or shelves below the TV to put clothes on, so guests don't have to work out of their suitcases. And a luggage rack would be nice.
I indicate these as constructive criticisms, minor inconveniences, because I really liked, and felt good about, this cabin. Thanks. Tom Parrott