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Farm Stay Cabin: Hot Tub, Creek, Animals & Zipline
Private Farm Stay 🐐🐖🐎🐇🦆🐓 where kids explore, parents relax, and everyone reconnects — animals, creek, zipline, and hot tub included. Designed for families/couples who want space, adventure & something truly different. 🌄 Choose the EXPERIENCE ✔ Private Petting Zoo & Pickleball ✔ Hot Tub & Fire Pit ✔ Ziplines, Huge Slide & Axe Toss ✔ Stocked trout creek ✔ Bird Aviary, Ponds & Hiking ✔ Fishing, Tubing & Trampoline ✔ Family-friendly and/or Romantic stay Only 20-25 mins to downtown Boone!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 347 reviews
Adventure for all-family, friends and furry pups!
Relax with the whole family & pups (w/fee). Make lasting memories. Escape to a beautiful cabin retreat with access to crystal-clear Watauga Lake* overlooking the Appalachian Mountains. This home base offers endless outdoor activities, including stargazing from the wraparound porch & fire pit. *NOTE (7/2026): Lake levels are managed by the TVA and are currently lower than normal. Boat access to our private dock may not be possible at this time as water levels fluctuate and are beyond our control.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
Tre L at Watauga Lake - Butler, TN
Upscale 2-bedroom Watauga Lake rental sleeps 7 people, offering a peaceful retreat on the lake. Pet friendly, this beautifully designed home features a full kitchen, spacious living area, deck, fast WiFi, and modern comforts. Minutes from lake access, marinas, and hiking, it’s ideal for families or groups seeking a refined mountain-lake getaway. Close to Mountain City, Boone, and Bristol, this property provides year-round access to boating, fishing, hiking, and fall foliage in East Tennessee.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews
Loon Tunes cabin: Dock, Views & Firepit
Lakefront cabin with private deep-water dock and sweeping mountain views on Watauga Lake. Loon Tunes cabin sits in a peaceful cove perfect for swimming, kayaking, and relaxing by the water. Enjoy coffee on the deck and evenings around the firepit as the sun sets behind the mountains. Inside, you’ll find a bright, comfortable space with fiber internet and a kitchen outfitted with quality cookware, serving pieces, and the basics needed to enjoy relaxed, home-cooked meals during your stay.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews
Epic Views on Lake Watauga | 3BR | Hot Tub | Dock
At this scenic three-level mountain cabin, you’ll wake to panoramic views of Watauga Lake with a dock on the lake and end your day bubbling under the stars. With lofted sleeping quarters, gas fireplace, hot tub, gas fire pit and multiple decks, your group will discover there’s a favorite nook for every guest. A gorgeous and well-appointed launchpad for days on the lake and exploring the Smokey Mountains. Bring your boat to put on the dock or just enjoy hanging out and swimming.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Sybarite - Beautiful Watauga Lakefront
Our Watauga Lake front home is a perfect vacation getaway, located at the end of a point, the large deep water dock is ideal for year round boating and water sports. Conveniently located, we are within the quaint town of Butler and close to restaurants, small country stores and Cove Ridge Marina. Although Watauga Lake is our main attraction, we are near a number of waterfalls, hiking trails, mountain biking trails and the shopping areas surrounding the Tri-Cities and Boone, NC.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews
Lakefront Peninsula Home - ONE of A KIND Spot!
Beautiful LAKEFRONT VERY UNIQUE Peninsula & Island property- extremely close lakefront with 2 sides of water and gorgeous views. One side of the peninsula is a small LAGOON-style cove, the other side is open water with breathtaking views. Sugar Hollow Point is one of the best and most unique properties on the lake. You can't get much closer to the water than this! Sugar Hollow Point is also a hassle-free vacation getaway--enjoy your music, freedom, and family.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews
Eagles Peak-Dock Access, Boat Slip, Luxury Hot Tub
Nestled along the beautiful shoreline of Watauga Lake and surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, Eagles Peak invites guests to slow down, reconnect, and experience lake life in the mountains. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the deck overlooking the water, gathering around the fire after a day on the lake, or soaking in the hot tub while taking in the mountain views, this cozy lakeside retreat was designed for making unforgettable memories together.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviews
Majestic Peak - Amazing Views and Lake Access
Beautiful mountain vistas with stunning sunsets. Two large wrap-around decks to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets. A scenic path is just steps from the front door and leads to Watauga Lake, with deeded lake access. Public boat launch is one mile from the cabin. Two spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets. A multi-purpose room serves as a third bedroom or game-room. Fully equipped kitchen with everything necessary for meal preparation.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews
SOHO Bungalow Bristol
South Holston Lake-Sparkling Clean very spacious one BR private home/private driveway. King bed. No check-out duties! Tile shower and separate soaking tub. Large closet, washer/dryer. Full kitchen. Best sunsets and Holston Mtn Views! Located btwn Abingdon and Bristol. Close to Creeper Trail, Barter, Virginian, BMS, Hard Rock Casino. Ideal for couples and singles. 1/2 mile to Painter Creek Marina for music and food and no-wake cove. NONSMOKING
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews
Secluded, LakeFRONT, Views, Cozy - Canoe / Kayaks
On the lake, private dock and cozy cabin. 2.8 acres on a secluded cove. 400ft of PRIVATE LAKEFRONT with year round water access and new dock. Gorgeous views of lake and mountains. Walk down the steps and jump in the 3rd cleanest lake in the country! Paddle our 17ft Canoe or 2 kayaks, view bald eagles or explore 105 miles of national forest. Then relax by the outdoor firepit to end your day with views of the sunset.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
Paradise Peak - Tranquility and majestic splendor!
Cozy cabin! Magnificent views from all rooms! Experience the magic of the mountains! Two spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets, each with its own bathroom provides plenty of privacy for guests. (Split bedroom plan) Both bedrooms have a French door leading to the deck, delighting your visual senses with the serenity and majesty of the mountains. The living room has a French door leading to the deck as well.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsPopular amenities for Johnson County lake access rentals
Lake access house rentals

Ranch House: Lake and Ski fun. New wood floors!
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews
Nana's Lake front house w/ hot tub
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
Skipping Stones Getaway - Hot Tub, Private Dock, &
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Watauga Lake Home with Private Dock - 3bedrooms
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
Lake House at Cove Ridge Marina
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
The Eagle's Nest w/Paddle Boards and Kayaks.
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviews
Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3BR on the Lake
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
Lakefront Cabin on Watauga Lake w/Private Dock
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsOther vacation rentals with lake access

Watauga Lake Hideaway #2
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
Ms Dixie's Lakefront Cabin w/ Dock
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviews
Ridge Top Retreat- Mtn & Lake Views, Watauga Lake
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews
Lakefront House on Watauga Lake!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews
Waterfront Dog Friendly Cabin HotTub/Private Dock!
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews
Fall for Lakefront Bear Cub Cabin on Watauga Lake
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock and Firepit
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Lakeside Cabin w/ Covered Dock. Outstanding views!
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Land of Oz
- Lake James State Park
- Grandfather Mountain
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Hungry Mother State Park
- Appalachian State University
- Banner Elk Winery
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Virginia Creeper Trail
- East Tennessee State University
- Stone Mountain State Park
- Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
- Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- Sugar Ski & Country Club
- Roan Mountain State Park
- New River State Park
- Bristol Caverns
- Linville Land Harbor




