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Surrounded by the majestic Holston Mountain Range and serene Watauga River, this stunning waterfront home offers an unparalleled retreat. With a brand new 12' x 12' Trex river dock, private boat ramp, and mountain deck with grill, you'll have all the comforts of home while enjoying endless outdoor activities like fishing and kayaking.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River

  • Brand new to VRBO June 1st 2023. Gorgeous and completely remodeled waterfront home on the beautiful Watauga River. The house was completely remodeled in 2023 with all new windows, life proof flooring, granite countertops, appliances, new black metal roof, new interior and exterior paint, new composite front door, new lights and fans, landscaping, etc. This is a $500K immaculate home right on the river. You might stay somewhere cheaper but you will not stay anywhere nicer in this area. Please look at our cabin VRBO #2196043 if you need something smaller yet just as beautiful, its really made for 2 people but will sleep 4 if needed.

    The house includes a brand new 12' x 12' Trex river dock with stainless steel cables for railing, so as not to diminish the river views. There is also a brand new private boat ramp for those coming in to fish or kayak. Excellent place for a large group or a small group and all the comforts of home. The river deck and mountain deck will be furnished with furniture (not pictured yet), and a grill on the mountain deck. You can fish nearly 300 feet of the river along the property bank. In the summer months you will see lots of rafters, kayaks, and drift boats going by. The house is located on the main road to Wilbur Dam, and is 3 miles downstream from the dam, and not in a floodplain. The back yard has a large chainlink fence for your pets containment and safety, with direct access from the french doors off of the mountain deck.

    From the front of the house all you see is the beautiful river flowing by, from the sides of the house and back all you see is the beautiful Holston Mountain Range. The house has brand new appliances, furniture, mattresses, etc. Incredible entertainment package with Direct TV and a 75" Ultra 4K Samsung in the den and a 65" Samsung Ultra 4k in the primary bedroom. Bose wave radio. Front load washer and dryer for long stays. The front porch will have rocking chairs. More pictures to come. Book now for your next getaway in a spectacular setting. Mountains and river in all directions, yet only 10 minutes to town.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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 are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Elizabethton, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sycamore Shoals State Park and Watauga River, while The Bonnie Kate and Backyard Terror's Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights. Lakeshore Marina and Johnson City Family Skatecenter are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Elizabethton travel guide
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Elizabethton, TN

What's nearby

  • Peaceful, early spring morning view of Pond Mountain across Watauga Lake, Hampton, Tennessee.
    Watauga Lake
    18 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway
    Bristol Motor Speedway
    25 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    Beech Mountain Resort
    55 min drive - 68.5 km
  • Watauga River
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol
    40 min drive - 59.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Mayflower Seafood Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • Papa John's Pizza
    9 min drive
  • J's Corner
    9 min drive
  • Hardee's
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Watauga River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus and Slough Island. Brumit Island is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and great house and great location. Highly recommended. Thank you Mike for making our stay great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tammi d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, very well equipped, great fishing and a safe area for my dog.Beds and furniture was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Visit

This place is great! Very pretty and super comfortable. Mike is very nice and very communicative. We had really good time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is more than you could ever expect. Not only is it feet from the Watauga River, it is immaculate inside and out. Everything you could possibly need is thoughtfully provided. We loved sitting on the front porch at night listening to the river. You truly feel welcome and at home in this property. We will definitely be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at the river house

Great house! Amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation stay

In town for memorial service. The property was comfortable, clean and relaxing! Very nice time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It is nicely remodeled and has great river frontage. Hope we get to return soon for another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upper Watauga

Perfect location for fishing and access to fishing. The house is perfect to relax in after a day on the river. Mike Mead is very friendly and keeps the house in good order. We are already planning our next stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stoney Creek Retreat

Pretty house with enough space for our entire family. Absolutely gorgeous views to enjoy from the front porch and the deck. We look forward to planning another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norval H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect.

This property provided the short family getaway we were lookkng for The housevwas spotless. The area mist pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The host, Mike, was very responsive and communicated with us before, during, and after our stay. We came in town for a graduation from ETSU and wanted a few days to explore and relax. The house is beautiful and a fenced backyard was such a bonus for us because we have dogs. The deck on the river made for relaxation during the day and evening. I would recommend this house to anyone wanting a space to relax and enjoy the beauty of East Tennessee! This was a beautiful place to unwind and spend time with family!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanner B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property!

My wife and our group of friends stayed in this property for the weekend to watch the Bristol night race. The house is in excellent condition, very clean and in a beautiful location. The owner was extremely helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carrie f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend SUCCESS!

Parents of the bride, coming in for 5 days from Knoxville area. Needed space for ourselves and the wedding decor (This Momma DIYed the ceremony and reception decor!) Beautiful home, mountain and lake views! Great hosts!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Spent a few days at this great place while in the great state of Tennessee attending a celebration of life for my father at his house in Blountville. The house was nice had everything we needed, loved having the river right there to fish. We enjoyed our stay and will be back since the fishing was very good and there's lots that we wanted to explore unfortunately didn't have the time to do so this trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing weekend

Very clean and well furnished. Definitely would book again. Mike is very accommodating, especially with providing details about fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing in the mountains

Large fully fenced in yard for pets Great living space with fully stocked kitchen and any other equipment you might need Host is extremely nice Beautiful sitting place by the river
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain View getaway

The house was very nice and comfortable for 4 guests and a small dog. The views of the mountains were magnificent as well as watching people paddling down the river across the street from the house. Our host was very welcoming and gracious. We would definitely stay again and try some fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house with good river views

The owner Mike made sure we were taken care for our entire stay and was very attentive. The house was clean and comfortable. Big tv with nice and comfortable couches. All comfortable beds. Sits on a nice part of the river, was pretty chilly during our stay but a good view. Would stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mothers Day Retreat

My adult children and I celebrated Mother's Day by fly fishing and hanging out together. The property is perfect for both! It’s basically on the river itself and is well-equipped and comfortable. Excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Relaxation

One of the best Vrbos I've had the pleasure of staying in. The house is fantastic. The view of the river is great, the cleanliness was amazing. Communication with the owner was never lacking. We will for sure schedule a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean

Great lighting outside. Very nice inside. Roomy and comfortable. Very clean and well maintained. Only needs a lamp in back bedroom and 1or 2 in living room. Overall we enjoyed this home and the location very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We enjoyed our 4 night stay in this beautiful well appointed house. It had everything you could need for a nice vacation! If we come back we will bring fishing poles and kayaks with us! Mike was available for any questions! We recommend this home highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home!

This is a beautiful home in a beautiful location. It was very clean on check-in, the check-in/check-out were super quick and easy, everything was as expected, the owner is very responsive and friendly (even going as far as sharing some fishing advice), and the location is perfect! We had a great, albeit short, stay in which we did a ton of fishing at the property and several places nearby, spent some time in town, and explored some beautiful scenery. Overall great property and owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean!

Very clean home and communicative host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th birthday in the mountains

We had a wonderful time celebrating my 60th in this beautiful area. Loved the location and easy to get to Wautaga lake, wineries, Johnson city and quaint Elizabethton. The house was clean, great comfortable mattresses and no problem locating anything in the fully stocked kitchen. It was perfect. We loved the dock across the street and a great place to enjoy a bottle of wine and watch the wildlife on the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024