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Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River

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Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Elizabethton, TN
  • Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Watauga Lake
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Bristol Motor Speedway
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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

About the area

Elizabethton

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.
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Elizabethton, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Slough Island - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sycamore Shoals State Park - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Watauga Lake - 22 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 29 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Southern Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River pet-friendly?

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

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.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Rob Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great vacation. Close to hiking, fishing, and rafting/tubing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property right on the river. Owner was very friendly and helpful. Property was well stocked with all the essentials. Beautiful views from both decks!
Great fishin!
River in front of property
Mountain view from back deck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Had a fantastic time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short stay

Great place to unwind and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super attractive, spacious, and well maintained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and awesome owner! Really fit all of our needs perfectly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! We were here for my daughter's wedding and it was the perfect location. Mike was a very nice and responsive host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

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

Relaxing river retreat

Awesome rental. Very clean. Wonderful front porch views of the river. Owner was incredible. Made sure to check in on us while we were there. Fully intend to stay again when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan N.

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

Great place

Not only was the house amazing, but communication with the owner was amazing as well. We would definitely stay again if we are ever around the Johnson City area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Relaxing

This home is beautiful with breathtaking views of the mountains from the back deck. The host is very nice and easy to talk to. The check in and out was so easy I highly recommend.
From back porch
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a 60th birthday party nearby and this place was perfect. We loved being right on the river and the sunsets were beautiful. Mike was such a great host and had recommendations when we needed them :)The master bedroom was so comfy and had heated blankets for when it was chilly! The entertainment system was awesome and we loved watching movies. The fenced in backyard was great for our little one to play outside, and the front porch was perfect for sittin and sipping refreshments morning and night.We definitely hope to be back in the fall :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Relaxing

Great Stay, very relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Awesome trip to TN

Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora w.

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

Amazing and Much Needed Vacation!

I had a wonderful time at this property. I’ll admit I was slightly underwhelmed when I first arrived, only because I had imagined the water would be directly behind the home—I was looking forward to having my morning coffee by the water. However, once I settled in, everything exceeded expectations.The house itself is beautiful—comfortable, clean, and full of character. Host Mike was fantastic, offering great suggestions on local things to do. He quickly hit it off with my husband and encouraged him to go fishing one last time. That trip resulted in an unforgettable catch: a large brown trout that chased and ate his smaller rainbow trout right at the shore!As a Doctor of Nursing Practice in critical care, I’ve been working nonstop for the past six months without a single day off. I don’t unwind easily. But Mike’s home—and his welcoming hospitality—made it possible for me to truly relax and slow down, even if just for a little while. I’m grateful for the peace I found during this stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Bristol Race & Trout Fishing

Wonderful house and location. The host was very accommodating and went above and beyond. One of the best stays we've had thru VRBO and we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Watauga River Home

What a beautiful place to stay! We enjoyed our time there visiting with family. Beautifully decorated for the Christmas holiday inside and outside. Easy access to the Watauga River and Local places. This place has everything you need. We highly recommend and will definitely be back to enjoy ourselves here again. Mike was a great host. Very kind and easy to get a hold of if needed. Thank you again Mike!! 5 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike Mead

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Avid outdoorsman. Semi retired electrical/software engineer, traveled all over the world and settled on beautiful East Tennessee for retirement.

Why they chose this property

This property is one of the prettiest on the river with river and mountain views yet close to town.

What makes this property unique

Private boat ramp, private river dock

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English