10/10 Excellent
Jasmine S.
15 May 2024
Favorite place to stay
Jasmine S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Entire cabin
Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Entire cabin
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m
Popular amenities
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
- Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Air conditioningAir conditioning
Check out the area
Johnson City, TN
- East Tennessee State University13 min drive
- Johnson City Mall14 min drive
- Freedom Hall Civic Center14 min drive
- Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)31 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin
The Laurels Cabin is part of our 'rustic lodge'. Our lodge is located on the banks of the beautiful Watauga River, halfway between Johnson City and Elizabethton. The lodge was designed to resemble a horse barn and sits on 5 acres with over 600 feet of river frontage and consists of 3 cabins.
The upstairs Laurels Cabin has over 600 square feet of living space. The cabin has a queen bed, cat napper sofa, one full bath, along with a full kitchen and living area. The Laurels cabin can accommodate 2-4 comfortably. The living room has a cat napper sofa which reclines almost flat in case you wish to sleep on it.
All linens are included -- all you have to do is pick up some food and bring your personal items -- all other items will be provided for you! The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, toaster, coffee maker and microwave.
The cabin has heat/air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat screen satellite TV, DVD/VCR, central laundry facility and gas grill.
Very convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton (10 minutes) as well as Roan Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Hawksnest ski resorts (45-60 minutes). Immediately adjacent to the lodge is the Watauga River which is about 100 feet wide and is home to some of the finest trout fishing in the Eastern United States. Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown as well as several types of Bass and various non-game species. This lower part of the Watauga has been designated as the 'Quality Trout Zone.'
We have other cabins available please call for dates and prices.
The upstairs Laurels Cabin has over 600 square feet of living space. The cabin has a queen bed, cat napper sofa, one full bath, along with a full kitchen and living area. The Laurels cabin can accommodate 2-4 comfortably. The living room has a cat napper sofa which reclines almost flat in case you wish to sleep on it.
All linens are included -- all you have to do is pick up some food and bring your personal items -- all other items will be provided for you! The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, toaster, coffee maker and microwave.
The cabin has heat/air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat screen satellite TV, DVD/VCR, central laundry facility and gas grill.
Very convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton (10 minutes) as well as Roan Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Hawksnest ski resorts (45-60 minutes). Immediately adjacent to the lodge is the Watauga River which is about 100 feet wide and is home to some of the finest trout fishing in the Eastern United States. Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown as well as several types of Bass and various non-game species. This lower part of the Watauga has been designated as the 'Quality Trout Zone.'
We have other cabins available please call for dates and prices.
Property manager
Patty Whidden
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
- Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
- Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
- Car required
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Coffee/tea maker
- Toaster
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bedrooms
- 1 bedroom
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- TV
- DVD player
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Firepit
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
- Near a laundromat
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On the river
- On the waterfront
- In the city centre
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
Things to do
- Kayak on site
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
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
- Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)
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The price is NZ$208
NZ$208
per night
19 May - 20 May
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Watauga River Cabin s Laurels Cabin Johnson City
Watauga River Cabin s Laurels Cabin
Watauga River s Laurels Cabin Johnson City
Watauga River s Laurels Cabin
Watauga River Cabins Laurels Cabin
Watauga River Cabins Laurels
Watauga River Cabins- Laurels Cabin Cabin
Watauga River Cabins- Laurels Cabin Johnson City
Watauga River Cabins- Laurels Cabin Cabin Johnson City
About the area
Johnson City
Located in Johnson City, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Tipton-Haynes Historic Site and Rocky Mount Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sycamore Shoals State Park and Watauga River. Johnson City Family Skatecenter and Wallabies are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- East Tennessee State University - 13 min drive
- Johnson City Mall - 14 min drive
- Johnson City Medical Center - 14 min drive
- Freedom Hall Civic Center - 14 min drive
- Winged Deer Park - 19 min drive
Getting around
- Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
- Riverside Taphouse - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Dunkin' - 11 min drive
- Chick-Fil-A - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin located?
Located in the heart of Johnson City, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Watauga River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sycamore Shoals State Park and Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Tweetsie Trail Trailhead and Tannery Knobs Mountain Bike Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Kevin R.
10 May 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Watauga River
I was very disappointed. We are in our 60’s and 70’s. We didn’t realize we had to go up and down 15 - 20 steps to get to the cabin. It was very difficult with all of the food, suitcases, etc. The cabin itself was extremely dirty. It’s pretty bad when your shoes stick to the rugs. We had to go from the shower directly into our shoes. Dishes pulled from the cabinets were greasy. Mirrors were smeared, furniture in disrepair. Couldn’t use any of the furniture outside because it was so dirty. Wasn’t about to use the grill. We won’t be back.
Kevin R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denis Y.
25 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful, clean, accommodations had everything we could possibly need.
Denis Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie M.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fly Fishing Retreat
Our flyfishing club members booked 4 units of the beautiful property, providing each person with comfortable privacy and plenty of spaces for indoors and outside group socializing.
Bonnie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda F.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
River weekend
Rolling hills and the wandering Watuga on a high water weekend of rafting...this is the best possible way to kick off our 2024 rafting season. This property offers so much more then described. These hosts think of everything required to relax admist the grandeur of nature. Our favorite feature was riverside dining. Several options of outdoor cooking offered. I would love to cook every meal overlooking the water. We also enjoyed socializing with other guests on the property. Over all a perfect 10 weekend. We have already planned the next trip to Laurel cabin! Thank you for this weekend getaway destination!
Amanda F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan L.
19 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back
Can’t wait to come back
Jonathan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Dennis W.
10 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Had fun
Will be back
Dennis W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle W.
18 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
This is our second stay at Watauga River Cabins/Laurels Cabin. We love the atmosphere, and location. Very peaceful and relaxing!
Michelle W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Randy M., Evington, VA
22 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Ok
Randy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Fred C., Vienna
16 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
No surprises
enjoyable stay.
Fred C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023