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Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 489.2 sq m
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
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Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees!
Are you looking for a private escape in a woodland setting, yet with all of the comforts of home? Then, look no further! This newly-built cottage, nestled in the foothills of the mountains of East Tennessee is a peaceful family-friendly oasis. It is located just off of Highway 167 and offers a long gravel driveway through an umbrella of trees, which opens up into a freshly-constructed 2 bedroom ( each with a queen size bed )2 full bathroom home, featuring a large furnished front porch, from which to enjoy all of the sights and sounds of nature... Woods for exploring, mountains for hiking, quick access to stocked trout streams and Watauga Lake for fishing, a fire pit and a saucer swing in the trees. The front door opens to reveal the fully-furnished open-concept kitchen, dining room and living room area. Two private bedrooms and bathrooms are located just beyond the main area. The back porch sits at the foot of the mountain that shades the home from behind and offers a gated and walled area.
Our prices remain the same year round.
The kitchen is fully-stocked with everything you might need to prepare meals and includes all necessary items like hand soap, dish soap and coffee makings. The bathrooms also contain soaps and shampoos and other amenities include a washer and dryer with laundry detergent provided, a television in the living room for streaming and wi-fi throughout the home and a cabinet with board games.
Each bedroom is designed to sleep up to two guests.
Home owners are accessible on adjacent property and are available to assist, as needed. Depending on the time of year and amount of rain, there is a small brach that runs across the front of the property. The fresh mountain springs provide water for the home.
The property is located within an hour's drive of many attractions. It is a 45-minute drive the famous Bristol Motor Speedway ( in Bristol, TN. Boating, fishing and swimming abounds just 10 minutes away at Lake Watauga ( one of the largest lakes in Tennessee, covering 6,430 acres. From our corner of northeast Tennessee, we can access three different states within an hour. The Virginia Creeper trail in Damascus, VA ( is an amazing opportunity for avid walkers, hikers, or cyclists and is located just 35 minutes from Forest Retreat. If you prefer skiing ( head toward Boone and Blowing Rock, NC for Appalachian, Beech and Sugar Ski Mountains. Also in North Carolina, just 47 minutes from Butler, enjoy hiking and the beauty of Elk River Falls and Park ( a coveted destination for hiking and picnicking. Other outdoors activities include Laurel Falls on the Appalachian Trail ( and Off the Grid Adventures ( for zip-lining, rides and tours in Hampton, TN. If you prefer to stick closer to the home, there are several restaurants, diners, and even a winery ( within 20 minutes, and one small old-fashioned general store within a mile.
Whether you are seeking a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or just a peaceful and private escape, Forest Retreat could be just for you!
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Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Adult fully housebroken dogs welcome. No puppies.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside on porches only.
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Butler
Butler is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Williams Island and Watauga Lake, while Heritage Hall Theater and Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum are cultural highlights. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are also worth visiting.
Butler, TN
What's nearby
- Watauga Lake - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
- Watauga River - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
- Watauga Point Recreation Area - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
- Lakeshore Marina - 18 min drive - 23.4 km
- Watauga Lake Winery - 21 min drive - 16.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rico's Pizza & Sub's - 40 min drive
- La Cucina Italian Kitchen - 8 min drive
- Butler Trading Post - 8 min drive
- JJ's Cafe - 10 min drive
- Pleasent's Country Store - 20 min walk
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Reviews
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Reviews
9 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammy E.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a wooded location!
Tammy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathy H.
4 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
Kathy H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa C.
10 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short vacay
Teresa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samantha P.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hospitality Experts!
Samantha P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
26 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hideaway stay
Margaret S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammy E.
31 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint & Clean
Tammy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
3 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Quiet
Michelle L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori D.
2 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend!!
Lori D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jody M.
13 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Getaway!
Jody M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kim
27 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kim
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
12 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding trip
Laura S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica D.
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private getaway
Jessica D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shalom K.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway!
Shalom K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynne H.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a happy stay!
Lynne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Crystal M.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Crystal M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Zach Z.
15 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars
Zach Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cherri A.
7 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay!!!
Cherri A.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt C.
11 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Forest retreat
Matt C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
4 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appliances and clean!
Michael M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
William D.
19 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brothers union!!
William D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gayle K.
25 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yooper
Gayle K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheri M.
11 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a special treat
Cheri M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TN Bound
Lisa H.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda J.
1 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay!
Amanda J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Karen Visser
Languages:
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