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Cozy Cottage w/a Pond Nestled in the Mountains
Beautiful, panoramic view of the mountains all year round! Gram's Place allows for a serene sanctuary after a day of adventure! Meticulously cared for, Gram’s green thumb offers very unique landscaping! No need to leave the property to enjoy fishing, picnic spots or a campfire! Located between Roan Mtn State Park and skiing on Beech and Sugar Mtn. Bristol Motor Speedway, Grandfather Mtn, Elk River and Linville Falls, Watauga Lake, Mtn Glen Golf Course, and the Appalachian Trail are all nearby!

Lou's Loft of Hampton, Tennessee
Lou's Loft is a newly available, quaint upstairs apartment located in the small community of Hampton, TN surrounded by the Unaka Mountains and directly off Highway 321. Laurel Fork Falls is only 0.5 miles down the road and beautiful Watauga Lake and the Cherokee National Forest 5 miles away. Relax in our loft which features two bedrooms, one bathroom, dine-in kitchen, washer/dryer, large living room and deck. TV and WIFI included. Come and enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains.

Rustic Ridge. A Tiny House Now With Lower Rates!
Welcome to Rustic Ridge. Located in the Appalachian Mountains up a holler in Roan Mountain Tennessee. You will enjoy all the porch rocking AND marshmallow roasting that you can stand. Just sit and enjoy the sounds of the babbling brook while you relax by the fire pit or take a hike on our private trail. With deep woods views and changing leaf color this is truly a treasure. Pet friendly with a $35 fee. AT hikers are welcome with free local pick up and drop off with booking. Come enjoy!

Romantic Creekside Cabin Retreat- No Cleaning Fee!
Unplug at this private creekside log cabin in the NC mountains—ideal for couples or small families seeking a quiet getaway. Wake to the creek, enjoy coffee on the deck, and unwind by the fireplace or fire pit. Inside: vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and a bright, updated space with rustic charm and modern comfort. ✔ Fast WiFi ✔ Full kitchen ✔ Pet-friendly ✔ No cleaning fee Private, yet minutes to Banner Elk, wineries, skiing, and hiking. Perfect for exploring—or simply relaxing.

Laurel Fork 18th Century Cabin
Escape to the Appalachian Mountains in this beautiful 18th century cabin. Only 25 minutes from Bristol Motor Speedway! Less than 2 miles from the beautiful Watauga lake and boat marina. Across from Laurel Falls Waterfall trailhead and the Appalachian Trail entrance. Endless hiking, fishing, fly fishing and numerous outdoor activities surround the area. Also, sit back, relax around one of two firepits, one stone and one gas fire-glass table on the private deck overlooking Laurel Creek.

Creekside Charmer near I-26 w/ POOL TABLE
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Easy convenience to everything just two minutes to I-26. 8 minutes to ETSU and 10 minutes to Johnson City mall area. 40 minutes to Asheville NC and 30 minutes to Bristol Motor Speedway. Visit the new Hard Rock Casino. Enjoy a romantic getaway for just the two of you or bring the family and friends. Enjoy dinner by the creek and roast marshmallows by the fire. Beautiful Mountain View’s. Enjoy the Pool Table for great entertainment.

Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN
Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly water front river cottage (Approximately 1,700sf)! Bring your fishing pole and 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. Please note we do have a video camera overlooking the driveway as well as overlooking the stairway and river bank below the river cottage.

Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Ping-pong, Mt. View , & Privacy
Welcome to Stoney Creek Cabin! Enjoy a peaceful, private, and relaxing stay in our newly (2024) built cabin. We cut and milled the trees and built this cabin on our 50 acre farm and want you to enjoy it. It features a hot tub, ping-pong, foosball, porch swing, and firepit. Whether it is a family vacation or a romantic getaway this cabin will provide the opportunity to reconnect with the ones you love. 8mi to Elizabethton, 16mi to Johnson City and Bristol. Book your stay today!

Remote mountain cabin near Elk River Falls
Enjoy our cozy cabin with hiking, fishing, and relaxing in rural North Carolina. The Appalachian Trail just 2 miles away. Elk River Falls is an easy hike. A full kitchen invites you to cook. Roast s'mores on the fire pit. Dine on the porch or enjoy the patter of rain on the roof, or snow in the winter. Play movies on the blue ray/DVD. Free electric vehicle charging. Cabin is four miles from Elk Park (pop. 800), a truly remote getaway. Privacy and intimacy guaranteed!

* Spectacular *
Nestled less than a mile from the South Holston River, renowned for its superb trout fishing, and just a stone's throw away from the electrifying Bristol Motor Speedway. (Also less then a mile away) Step onto our rooftop deck, Challenge your friends to a game of ping pong, soak away your worries in the hot tub, or enjoy the oversized versions of Connect 4, Corn Hole, Checkers, and Jenga. Practice your putting skills on our small green while soaking in panoramic views.

Luxury Tiny “Hobbit House” with Big Mountain View
At a mere 200 sq feet, our luxury tiny house makes the most of it’s space. You’ll find a nice size kitchen, washer/dryer combo, closet, queen bed, full size utilities, and a unique shower/Japanese soaking tub combo! Beautiful views of sunrises, hump mountain, banner elk, and beech mountain. The kitchen & living area features tall ceilings but *please note* the bathroom and closet ceiling height is shortened to about 6 ft to make room for the loft bedroom above.

Covered Bridge River Cottage
This River Cottage is about 15 minutes from the Bristol Motor Speedway. It will sleep up to 7 individuals. There is access to hiking, fishing (out you back door), antique shopping within minutes. The downtown of Elizabethton is a 5 minute walk. The Covered Bridge is the structure shown. For those who have no prior reviews on Airbnb, we may require the completion of our standard rental questionnaire, especially for longer stays.
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- Pisgah National Forest
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Grandfather Mountain
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Lake James State Park
- Land of Oz
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Banner Elk Winery
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Linville Land Harbor
- Mount Mitchell State Park
- Wolf Laurel Country Club
- East Tennessee State University
- Appalachian State University
- Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
- Virginia Creeper Trail
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- Silver Fork Winery
- Lake Tomahawk Park
- Grandfather Vineyard & Winery





