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Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!

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Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Big Laurel Branch Wilderness
    4 min walk
  • Watauga Lake
    4 min walk
  • Watauga River
    6 min walk
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    65 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!

Whispering Pines has the best view of the mountains and overlooks the lake just a short walk downhill to the private marina. Slip #6 is available for your use as well as 2 kayaks.
The cabin sleeps 8-10 comfortably and is perfect for a couple families with or without children.
The mountain chalet is a 3 level home and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths
• 1st floor Master bedroom has a King and full bath
• 2nd floor master has queen and full bath
• 3rd level bedroom has two twin beds, a loft with two beds and a kids hide away with one bed
• The 1st and 2nd level both have gas fireplaces

It doesn’t get prettier than this. One of our guests, described Watauga Lake as Lake Geneva in the NorthEast corner of Tennesee. Our house sits atop of the mountains in Appalachia at 4500 feet. Because we are in the Cherokee National Forest, there are very few homes on the lake which makes the views prettier than normal. In addition, the lake gets warm early in the season. You can swim from April through late October. It is a short walk to the private marina and gazebo, where there is a private covered marina; Fish Springs will bring a rental boat to an open slip for you if you'd like or you can bring one yourself. In the winter, it is an amazing home located 20 miles from a handful of skiing mountains including Sugar, Beech, and Appalachian. Our home, completed in late November 2009, looks like something straight out of a movie with driftwood trees inside the house as well as indoor and outdoor water falls. You can be busy every minute, or simply sit by the water's edge and relax.

For more information, the most up to date calendar and lots more photos, please check out our complete website below.


Keywords: Mountain view, Lake view, Watauga Lake, Knoxville, Boone, North Carolina Lakes, Tennessee Lakes, Lake rental, Mountain rental, Skiing, Sugar, Beech
During your stay at this chalet, you're just a quick walk from Big Laurel Branch Wilderness. You'll find features like a spa tub.
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Big Laurel Branch Wilderness and 4 minutes by foot from Watauga Lake
This chalet offers its guests a spa tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Butler chalet is smoke free.

Property manager

Tom Holz

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing 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: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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.

Property is also known as

Watauga Lake Home! Extraordinary Mountain Views More!
Watauga Lake Home! Extraordinary Mountain View’s & More! Chalet
Watauga Lake Home! Extraordinary Mountain View’s & More! Butler

Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Trip to a Quiet Part of Tennessee
We really enjoyed our stay at Whispering Pines, this property is set in a very quiet and secluded neighborhood near Lake Watauga. Its very cozy inside with multiple fireplaces and enough rooms to spread out when visiting with large groups. The hot tub is located in a perfect spot to provide some privacy. We spent a warm afternoon outside grilling and making s'mores in the fire pit. The house is located about half an hour from a proper grocery store in Elizabethton so stock up while your out. We would definitely stay here again when visiting Tennessee.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S., Franklin, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic. Just the place we needed.
Wonderful property and hosts. Just the place and time we needed to get away, relax and use as a home base as we explored johnson city and Kingsport. Mountains and lake were amazing. Would definitely book again. The place had everything we needed. A great place to just be in the moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
The house was extremely clean and very beautiful. There are so many cool accents to this house, it was obviosuly very thought out when it was built. The kitchen was excellently stocked. It made for a wonderfully relaxing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
VRBO at Watauga Lake
Had a wonderful time with children and grandchildren in the cabin and on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The cabin was very nice. It was nice having the dock area to use for swimming and fishing. We enjoyed sitting outside under the covered deck because of the rainy week we had. The owner had contacted me several times to see how things were going. Plenty of room for every and we would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We enjoyed our stay but it was misleading saying a short walk to the private deck . We enjoy walking but with a group that wasn’t considered a short walk and then inclines . We ended up driving up the road a ways and swimming at the lake . The house is perfect and host stayed in touch . We enjoyed our stay . Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Crystal M.

Owner accused me of having animals in the home and leaving it a wreck.
We have stayed in this home several times over the past few years and had to leave this trip 3 nights earlier than expected because I received a call that my mother was dying. We spent several hours cleaning the house before we left and I notified the owner we were leaving. He sent me messages saying that we could book make up days 5 days after we left. 7 days after we left it appears his cleaner showed up and blamed us for trashing the house, and said we had animals in the home which was untrue. The day after my mom died he decided to write a nasty review and sent photos that appear to be a rodent that got in his home some time after I left and before the cleaner arrived. He then accused me of leaving guests behind after we left. Completely outraged after so many good years visiting this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian m.

Liked: Cleanliness
September 2023
Everything was smooth and worked out great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Steve C.

Family Vacation
Pros: We were amazed at the detail and workmanship in the cabin. The cabin was almost perfect for our stay. At one point, we had 6 adults and 4 children under the age of 5 staying in the cabin. We all had plenty of room and thoroughly enjoyed our time together. Tom responded to several issues at check-in in a timely manner. The flowering planters were a nice touch! We saw lots of wildlife, including a family of black bears. The fire pit was perfect for s’mores and family memories. The grill was very convenient and we used it often. The rockers, hammock and outdoor games were welcomed. The directions Tom gave made it easy to find the cabin. We are very glad to have had the boat slip available and thankful that Tom suggested reserving a boat early. The lake is absolutely gorgeous as we spent most days on/in it! Cons: We arrived about 30 minutes after check-in time, as requested by Tom, and contractors were still working and worked for another hour or so. Upon arrival, we found the refrigerator, freezer, oven, and general living areas in need of a good cleaning. There was no vacuum available for guests. (The housekeeper left hers for our use!) During our month long stay the construction crew showed up at the cabin twice, once with a two hour notice and one time without any notice. We found this to be an inconvenience.
Stayed 32 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michal T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice experience
Extremely nice experience. Beautiful view and cabin. Got hot inside wish there was a way to adjust thermostat
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Armando N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cabin!
This place was amazing! Spacious, Clean and Beautiful! The family and I had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great property by the lake! Well stocked and very clean. We enjoyed the hot tub on a cool night. Great outdoor space for hanging out and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

alan k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This property was as described and the service provided by the owners was top notch. Have already recommended to a friend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angilea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake House
We enjoyed our stay at Whispering Pines! The weather was perfect and the lake is gorgeous!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a beautiful location
Tom was very responsive and helpful during our stay. The cabin was beautiful and the location was great. We have four kids and there was plenty of room for us. Most relaxing vacation we have had in years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful as always
This was the third year that we have stayed in this beautiful cabin. My family and I love it. We usually stay at the lake more but this year we just relaxed and enjoyed the cabin. The hot tub is amazing, the scenery is gorgeous. The cabin had everything that we needed including peace and quiet. It is so comfy and just feels like home. Tom is a wonderful host and checks to make sure you’re checked in and made it safely. We have never had an issue staying there so there has never been a need to reach out to him. The cabin is clean, well equipped, and just everything that my family and I need for a week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake cabin
Lake cabin Very nice cabin very clean something for everyone to do will definitely go back again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Beautiful property with so many elegant touches. The trees inside are such a unique addition. Very comfortable for 2 families. Our teen loved the loft. It feels like you’re in your own little world.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cabin!
My family and I enjoyed a nice long weekend in the beautiful Whispering Pines cabin! The cabin was clean and has everything you need for your stay. We especially enjoyed our time on the large deck enjoying the beautiful scenery. We highly recommend this cabin and would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whispering Pines
Beautiful House. The craftsmanship is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness
I would certainly recommend staying here.
Beautiful house with a great view in the Tennessee mountains .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view, lots of activities, good for all ages!
Visited The area for the first time with other family members from around the US. First, the lake and mountains are gorgeous. The house gave us beautiful views looking over the trees. A little hilly 5 min. walk directly to the water/dock which we didn’t mind (or you can drive and park). Property owner helped direct us to pontoon rentals and fishing charters that were excellent. We had a pontoon rented for two days and were able to just keep it overnight at the properties dock and tie it up there instead of returning it and picking it up again. Although only 10 of us stayed there,, the ample table/counter seating allowed us to have our family staying in another house over for meals which meant we could all catch up over food and drinks! Definitely recommend shopping at grocery store about 30 min. Away and cooking as restaurants have limited hours and family time with large groups seemed better anyway. Kayaks and peddle boat put to use multiple times. Lake Watuaga was beautiful with an interesting history. Had some minor problems with hot tub but the owner responded immediately and we resolved it the first day. With several areas to hang, adults could catch up while kids did their kid thing. Girls stayed in the upstairs bedroom/loft which they loved as their little hideaway. Locals were super friendly. Also did caving with Appalachian Underground which I highly recommend.! Would def stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle J.

It was a comfortable stay
House was beautiful, beautiful views, comfortable beds, amenities were great except issues with hot tub. Little disappointed house wasn't cleaned very well, had to clean kitchen and bathrooms. Dryer wasn't working and Tom was great, had it replaced as quickly as he could.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

Liked: Cleanliness
great rental at Watuga Lake
The cabin is beautiful and well maintained. communication with Tom the property manager was excellent. It’s a short walk down to the boat ramp. Definitely recommend a boat rental for the duration of your stay. Very relaxing and listing just as described. The hot tub didn’t work even after calling people to look at it which was kind of a bummer but all in all a great vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and peaceful!
We stayed at Whispering Pines last year and we fell in love with it. We stayed again this year because our kids as well as my husband and myself just loved it so much. Our only complaint is that we had to leave lol. Tom checks in and is an amazing host. There is so much to do at the cabin. Hot tub, foosball table, board games, Wii, movies and more. Just a short walk to the lake and there is two canoes that we enjoyed so much. Fishing, swimming or just relaxing on the beautiful lake! Like I said, this is the second year we have bee and we do plan on going back every year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021