Perched on the shore overlooking Watauga Lake, this upscale retreat makes an easygoing home for your next getaway. Enjoy expansive lake views from the wraparound deck with seating and unwind by the fire pit as you fill your days with memories for a lifetime. With Smart TVs, electric fireplace, laptop-friendly desk and extended dining table available inside.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10288 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake
Perched on the shore overlooking Watauga Lake, this upscale retreat makes an easygoing home for your next getaway. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation rental features an expansive deck with seating and water views, a bright modern interior, and a gourmet kitchen for cooking family meals. Launch your boat at a nearby marina for a day on the water, or explore area highlights including Bristol Caverns and Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, while Pigeon Forge makes a great day trip!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds | Game Room: Full Bed
Bring your family to stay for a week or weekend of easygoing mornings on the water, movie nights, and evenings around the fire pit as you fill your days with memories for a lifetime!
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, electric fireplace, extended dining table, laptop-friendly desk KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, 2-person breakfast bar, Keurig, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer & dryer, towels/linens, gas grill, central A/C & heating, fire pit, high chair, beach towels, Pack 'n Play, cleaning essentials, Pack 'n Play, high chair & umbrella stroller available upon request FAQ: Sairs to access dock & water, keyless entry, grab rails in shower PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
WATAUGA LAKE (on-site): Cove Ridge Marina & Yacht Club (4.9 miles), Appalachian Boat Tours (7.5 miles), Fish Springs Marina (8.1 miles), Lakeshore Marina (10.8 miles), Pioneer Landing Campground (13.4 miles), fly fishing (rainbow & brown trout), rafting, kayaking, floating, canoeing AREA ATTRACTIONS (< 35 miles): Backyard Terrors and Dinosaur Park, Bristol Caverns, Carter Mansion, Bristol Dragway, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, Fort Watauga, Sabine Hill State Historic Site DAY TRIPS: Sugar Mountain, NC, Beech Mountain, NC, Blowing Rock, NC, Asheville, NC, Pigeon Forge, TN ESSENTIALS: Food City (21.4 miles), Watauga Medical Center Emergency Room (39.0 miles) AIRPORT: Tri-Cities Airport (44.9 miles)
*Want to find travel times to specific attractions? Please reference the map below for the property’s approximate location!*
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: There are stairs to access the lake and dock, which may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: Water shoes are recommended for the dock as it gets hot in the sun
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar in shower
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Foosball table
Canoeing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Located in Butler, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watauga Lake and Watauga River. With canoeing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Butler travel guide
Is Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake located?
This family-friendly Butler holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Watauga Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Fish Springs Marina and Watauga River. Williams Island and Watauga Point Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Renovated Home w/ Private Dock on Watauga Lake Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This house among the trees with access to a dock was fantastic for our family’s annual spiritual retreat. The water was cool and the floating was refreshing. Great setup for evening s’mores and the house was well stocked with spice basics.
We had no idea what to expect having never been to the mountains before, but this place did not disappoint. From the view, to the lovely space, everything was amazing. I will say the stairs to the dock are wild, the road leading up to the house was a next level mountain road but everything added to the
Ashley A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon
16 Jul 2024
Beautiful Lake House!
We stayed in this beautiful and spacious lake home for the 4th of July holiday and loved it! It was very clean, has plenty of room for large families and is extremely well equipped with everything you need to enjoy your lake vacation. The grandkids loved swimming off the dock and playing foosball in the game room. We would definitely choose this home again!
Just the cutest lake house. Set up made our entire family feel like they had their own space. The views are spectacular. All of the special touches like firewood for smores at night just sent it over the top. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you can think of. We will definitely come back again!
Beautiful home with great outdoor space and view of the lake! The house fit our group of 9 perfectly.
Only complaint: the mattresses are not comfortable.
Beautiful home, nicely decorated, so much space, comfortable beds, great deck and fire pit. Hiking the 128 stairs to the lake was not as bad as I though it would be, but it did make the lake feel far away, and we didn't use the lake as much as I expected. All in all, we had a great weekend of relaxation.
Well furnished, roomy home in a beautiful setting. Kitchen, eating, and gathering place is great for large crowds. The separate bedrooms each having bathroom access is a real plus. The only negative would be the limited access to the lake or upper and lower levels of the house for anyone with mobility issues. We did have to shorten our stay due to winter weather warnings because access to the house could be difficult in bad weather.
This was a wonderful house for my college friends to spend the week relaxing on the lake. The house is well-appointed. It is in a beautiful area and the dock access to bring our boat was ideal.
The things I would change: All of the items in the kitchen were labeled in the cupboards, however, not all of those items still exist in the kitchen. Also, we needed extra blankets and there are no additional linens in the home. The deck supports have noticeably sunk. And the trash and food disposal instructions were contradictory due to recent bear activity.
But those were minor inconveniences and we really enjoyed our stay.
This property was beautiful! Excellent job by the cleaning staff, and very well stocked. We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were in town for a friend’s wedding! We chose this location because of the amount of bedrooms/ bathrooms, along with it located right on the lake since we love to fish. The home was very quiet and peaceful! This home had all of the necessities you need for the bathroom and in the kitchen. It was a great home away from home! We will definitely book again in the future.
This place was in the best location. Quiet, close to the water, the only downside was the 111 steps to the water. We got a workout every day and loved every minute of giggling the way back up! We will be back to Watauga Lake for sure!
Christina M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan
13 Jun 2025
Home away from home
Wonderful! We have stayed here twice and every time we have an awesome time. Grandkids swim and fish off the dock. We rent a pontoon boat and enjoy all the water activities. We BBQ outside and sit by the fire at night. I highly recommend this rental home!!!