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Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!

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Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!

Make some great memories at this unique and family-friendly water front river cottage (Approximately 1,700sf). Bring your fishing pole and just relax! We have Kayaks and life jackets available upon request at no charge (life jackets required!). Enjoy some time on the hammocks by the river or step into the hot tub on the deck over looking the river. Must be at least 21 years old or accompanied by an adult.

Please note we do have a video camera overlooking the driveway as well as overlooking the stairway and river bank below the river cottage.

Spend some time downtown Johnson City -15min
Bike the Tweetsie Trail or Tannery Knobs - 12min
Go to Wing Deer Park - 5-7 min
Bristol Motor Speedway - 20 min

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN Johnson City
Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN Private vacation home
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About the area

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Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Winged Deer Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Johnson City Mall - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 18 min drive - 11.9 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 19 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Johnson City Medical Center - 19 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pal's Sudden Service - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Watauga River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Boone Lake and Rocky Mount Museum. Winged Deer Park and Tweetsie Trail Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

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

River Cottage

Wow, what a fantastic place and location. We had everything we needed. Loved the hot tub and the kayaks. Bed was very comfy. Peaceful and relaxing stay. Near to our daughter college and have recommended the cottage to the families of other students. We will definitely be back again. Thanks to Bryan our host as nothing was to much trouble for our just.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

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

Scenic hideout minutes from North Johnson City

Beautifully remodeled house overlooking a gorgeous scenic bend in the Watauga River--feels remote but is only five minutes from the Bristol Highway in north JC. A rustic modern feel inside, a great bed, and outside, beautiful deck with hot tub providing gorgeous river views. Bryan is attentive but not intrusive and responds to questions instantly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa G., Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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

Lovely Property

Had a great stay. Awesome place right on the river. Great amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Walk to fishing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay this past week. The host made us feel very welcome, everything from his responsiveness to the treats that were left for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S., St Petersburg

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

Great stay right on the River

We really enjoyed our week at the River house. Bryan could not have been a better host, there was nothing he would not do. The house has been tastefully restored and the location right on the river is ideal. Bryan has great plans for the area do I am sure it only gets better for future stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the deck and the view! Owners were especially accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

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

A GREAT Christmas!!

We had an epic Christmas this year on the bank of the river! We appreciate everything Bryan did to make this holiday so memorable in this wonderful property. Cool mountain mornings, hot coffee, wildlife, hot tub! Really doesn’t get any better! Thanks for everything! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Great location--and super clean

If this place is available, grab it! My husband stayed here for a week, and it was everything we were looking for. The house has been recently remodeled and was very clean -- comfy beds, wifi and tv! Situated right next to the river with kayaks to use. Getting into town was only about 10 minutes, yet this location was remote and private! The only neighbors we saw were the cows mooing across the street, and the frogs that live in the little pond. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021