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Feels Like Home "Lake front" Lake Watauga in the TN Hills

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Interior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Lake
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Butler, TN
  • Watauga Lake
    1 min walk
  • Watauga River
    5 min drive
  • Watauga Lake Winery
    25 min drive
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    59 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Feels Like Home "Lake front" Lake Watauga in the TN Hills

Relax and experience the beauty of Eastern Tennessee in our spacious (2100 sqft) and comfortable home away from home. Settle in to one of our three private bedrooms, then head to the fully-appointed kitchen to grab a snack or fire up the grill to enjoy the lake and mountain views while you prepare a meal. Enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows in our living room and game room for that mountain view from the indoors.
For the rest of your stay you can enjoy fireside chats, fishing and swimming in famous Lake Watauga from our private double deck boat dock with room for your boat, jet ski or kayak relax in the hot tub, or play pool and/or cards in our game room. With so many options, there's sure to be something fun for all ages and interests.
For more exploring, our cabin is centrally located just a short drive from many tourist attractions. Visit one of several marinas located on Lake Watauga to rent boats, kayaks, jet-skis, and other water-sport equipment. Or, bring your own boat and launch it at the closest marina (approximately 5 minutes from our cabin).
Plan a hike to nearby waterfalls, or Grandfather Mountain. Head about 30 miles east to Boone, NC and visit the Tweetsie Railroad and wander the beautiful campus at Appalachian State University.
Plan a visit to Bristol Motor Speedway, or head west about 20 miles to visit one of the nations oldest covered bridges in Elizabethton, TN. If you're visiting on a Friday or Saturday night, Elizabethton also has a drive-in theater that plays current films. Wander the antique shops, or enjoy a classic Eastern Tennessee meal in Johnson City. So much adventure and relaxation to be enjoyed, you're sure to want to visit again!
Although we love our four-legged friends, pets are not permitted at this time.


ATTENTION DUE to damage from Helene the hot.tub is out of order until further notice. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Watauga Lake. An arcade/game room is available. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Watauga Lake and a 5-minute drive from Watauga River
As a guest of this cabin, you'll find barbecue grills and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Butler cabin.

Property manager

christy Ferrell

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Feels Like Home "Lake front" Lake Watauga in the TN Hills Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mei O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and comfortable home
We had a great stay at this property, it has a beautiful view of the lake and is a short trip to multiple marinas. The house itself has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Just be aware that the driveway is super steep and your tires will slip a bit going up, especially in the rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W., Western North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing get away
Very clean, lovely and comfortable. View from deck was wonderful. Bed was comfortable. Very quiet location. Good base to go in several directions. Yes the driveway is steep but that is common in this area. It is paved so not really a problem. Would stay again in a minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Edward R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Appstate Daughter visit
Really nice inside. Driveway was scary in a truck but easier in a car. We will try to stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
We had our first trip to lake watuga and we will be back for sure. The house was super clean and had everything we needed. We had 8 adults and make sure whoever sleeps in the pullout sofa is a night owl or enjoys the morning sun- The wall to wall windows were fantastic providing excellent views of the lake. Lake access was great. There was plenty of water to swim and the water is clean and refreshing. You will get your cardio by climbing the 144 steps back to the house!! We rented a boat for a few days and the folks at mallard cove were fantastic to work with Overall- the cabin was great and we would recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason A., Johnson City, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
This is our second visit to the property and we enjoyed just as much as our first visit. The cabin is very clean and we took full advantage of all the amenities that were offered including swimming off the dock to playing cards and pool in the game room. The owners are always very responsive and we look forward to staying here again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Restful Time
We loved this property! We come to the lake every year and this property was well stocked and clean and allowed us to just relax! We loved the private dock!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
We had a fantastic time. Loved the hot tub, pool table, and the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Watauga get away
Beautiful cabin. Peaceful and remote area away from the hustle of everyday life. No cell service till you get down closer to Watauga Lake but enjoyed that aspect. WiFi was wonderful and thoroughly enjoyed our time in this cabin. Everything you need was provide to cook and enjoy the comforts away from home:) Great communication with Host…
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Things get away
Place was awesome, had a great time. Thank tou for gaving a perfect place for our vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yogesh D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Butler Lake House
The house is absolutely beautiful and the hosts were always available when needed. The drive to the actual hosue once you enter the gate is steep and the dock is a bit of a short walk. The place was clean and nice. Great place overall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nye birthday
We had an amazing time celebrating my boyfriend’s birthday and new years with friends here at this beautiful house. We spent the days snowboarding and then at night spent time playing cards and hot tubbing in the house at night. 10 out of 10 recommend this house to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joaquin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
I'm missing experience for my family
Butterfly place the best
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

gina t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
It was great clean and beautiful could see everything out the windows. Trees so colorful. The hot tub was so clean and warm enjoyed it so much. This is our 2nd year and just enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
We stayed for a couple of days in October and the property was just as advertised. Checkin/checkout was smooth and easy. Home was beautiful, comfotable and cozy! It had everything we needed. Excellent weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney D.

Liked: Cleanliness
No enough time
This place is beautiful and very clean. Only wish we had spent more time. The owner - Christy - was so easy to work with and very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very accommodating house with everything you need for the kitchen and extra blankets, etc. Great communication with the hosts and detailed instructions for everything in the house and the dock. The dock is down a steep hill but doable in a car back and forth. We brought our boat, kept it at the dock and had a great time! Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake house!
Spent time on the water - brought inflatable paddle boards. Elderly or inform people will struggle to get down to the lake - it’s a steep walk or drive. Cabin is well-appointed and attractively decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & Remote
We loved the view from the house – the view and the lake itself are spectacular! The house itself is very well appointed, clean, and welcoming. The game room is fantastic and there’s plenty of games and DVDs for indoor entertainment. The coffee station is a nice bonus for anyone that wants to indulge. We very much appreciated all the little details! The house is very close to the recreation areas of Lake Watuga where you can swim and enjoy a small beach area. I suppose if you rent a boat or kayaks it is even more enjoyable (we didn’t.) We also enjoyed visiting Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls, and the alpine mountain coaster in Banner Elk. These are all within an hour of the house and were fun to visit. We also enjoyed a great little restaurant near Linville Falls (The Tin Trout). This home is in one of the most scenic, beautiful areas we’ve ever seen! Christy was easily accessible to and accommodating to our requests. There are some cons to the house which I wish we knew before booking so we hope to inform others: First, the road up to the house is very steep with switch backs and our Ford F150 had to do a few multi-point turns in 4 wheel drive. While the view of the lake is amazing, the access to it is very difficult. The steps down are more than most can handle. The pictures are deceiving. You will not be going back and forth from the lake to the house. You can also drive down, but again, our truck barely made the turns. Smaller cars might be ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Estero, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin ~ Wonderful Vacation
We had an amazing time. The cabin was absolutely beautiful. The host was very responsive and helpful. We rented a pontoon boat for our time and tied it up to their dock. So convenient. We can't wait to go back!! Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernest S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
This property met all our needs. It was extremely spacious and offered a lot (coffee bar, fire pit, hot tub, spacious rooms and a beautiful view!)The steps to boat ramp were pretty steep but we didn’t need them. Driveway was steep with two very sharp turns that my hubby mastered. Morning coffee on the patio is a must! Would definitely come back. A big shoutout to our host for making our stay very comfortable and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnathon E., Huntersville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mountain Cabin
There are a lot of great things to say about this cabin. This Cabin had everything a family needed. It was probably the best stocked property I’ve staid in. From the hotel like travel soaps/shampoos to the stocked coffee bar. Both of which were unexpected but came in clutch. There was plenty of other amenities including the very large hot tub, which was very clean and in great condition, the pool table and card table. The owner communication was definitely above par. They made great and knowledgeable recommendations on boat launches and marinas nearby and were very understanding with some other last minute requests. Even though the stairs down to the dock were steep, that does little to diminish the great things this Cabin has to offer. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get Way
It was a great place to enjoy the beauty of East TN. I love feel of just getting away from the rest of the world and enjoy the lake and it’s beautiful mountains. The steepness of the route to and from the dock is something to get use to but grow up in East TN I’m very aware of it. All and all great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in the mountains.
Well stocked, beautifully decorated house with an amazing view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason A., Johnson City, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Cabin
We had a fantastic stay at this beautiful lake cabin. The cabin had everything our group needed for a hassle free relaxing weekend including a well stocked kitchen and a Kureg coffee bar was an added bonus! The owner also supplies a guide book to the cabin and the amenities which is very helpful and thorough which was very much appreciated. Highly recommend this property and hope to return to visit it again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Lake Vacation
Awesome cabin at a beautiful lake. My family and I have been to several different Tennessee and Ohio lakes and Watauga Lake is definitely the most beautiful. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed for a great family vacation. The host was quick to respond to any questions.The kids played pool in the loft every day. My wife loved having morning coffee on the deck and taking in the views. We all enjoyed the hot tub and outdoor fire pit. The double decker dock had a spot to tie my boat to and a jetski pad to park on. The journey down to the lake is not for the faint of heart. There are steps and a steep walk. You can drive down but I would suggest an all wheel drive or 4x4. The driveway is also very steep so be prepared. We used Little Milligan public boat launch, which was very close. Besides the Lake, my family enjoyed a nature hike to laurel falls and a day in Boone NC. Recommend this home for anyone who loves nature and would love a mountain top cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023