Family-friendly vacation rentals in Watauga River

Cottage at Mulberry

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place. Close to downtown Elizabethton, the covered bridge, Tweetsie Trail and walking distance to river. Beautiful level lot with fire pit in a quiet neighborhood. Small newly renovated home. Cozy and cottage like. New furnishings throughout. 1 bedroom and 1 makeup room or workspace with desk and makeup mirror. Pets are allowed, limit 1 dog or cat. $50 PET FEE PER PET. Please purchase the trip insurance as these reservations are non refundable

Scott Hill Cabin #3

You’ll love Scott Hill Cabin because of the view, ambience, and location. There are brochures in the cabin to see what options our area has for you. The actual address of the cabin is 1166 Orchard Road. We allow pets, but just ask for prior knowledge. We are just minutes from 2 separate trailheads to the Appalachian Trail. Despite the listing saying 2 beds, it is in fact, 1 double bed. Sorry for the listing mistake. We want to extend a military discount to our past and present service members.

Fluffy Bottom Farm’s Serenity Cabin

The Serenity Cabin offers a 1100sq ft cabin on 70 acres. 1 master bedroom and pull out couch. Best copper bathtub and view around ! Exterior decks on both levels. “Expertly Designed “ TVs . WiFi Gated entrance , long secluded and private driveway . Mountaintop 360* views . Walk , hike , bring your dogs . Access to entire property. Grazing 🦙 🐖 🐐 🐓 from our mini farm next door . We are dog friendly and also offer guests private river access to the Watuaga River 1/2 mile down the road

Unique Family Cottage, Quiet, Close to Downtown

Welcome to this stone‑chimney cottage—a bright, cozy home with a covered front porch, sunny rooms, and a spacious yard on a quiet street. Perfect for families and work travelers: comfy beds, stocked kitchen, fast Wi‑Fi, easy parking, and self check‑in. Relax on the porch at sunset, then settle in for a peaceful night’s sleep. Centrally located, it's your gateway to Johnson City Medical Center, ETSU, Parks, Grandfather Mountain, Bristol Motor Speedway, ski resorts, and enchanting waterfalls.

A Tiny Retreat near Tri-Cities

This Tiny Retreat is near everything, making it easy to plan your visit. One mile away from Tri-Cities Airport and a short drive to Bristol, Johnson City, & Kingsport. You’ll love having your own space in the scenic country area, while still being centrally located near all the things the area has to offer: Bristol Motor Speedway, Hard Rock & Bristol Casino, ETSU, Eastman, Boone Lake, South Holston River & more. Checkout “T&S’s Guidebook - East Tennessee” for our local recommendations!

Rustic Ridge. A Tiny House Now With Lower Rates!

Welcome to Rustic Ridge. Located in the Appalachian Mountains up a holler in Roan Mountain Tennessee. You will enjoy all the porch rocking AND marshmallow roasting that you can stand. Just sit and enjoy the sounds of the babbling brook while you relax by the fire pit or take a hike on our private trail. With deep woods views and changing leaf color this is truly a treasure. Pet friendly with a $35 fee. AT hikers are welcome with free local pick up and drop off with booking. Come enjoy!

Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN

Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly water front river cottage (Approximately 1,700sf)! Bring your fishing pole and relax! We have Kayaks and life jackets available upon request at no charge (life jackets required!). Enjoy some time on the hammocks by the river or step into the hot tub on the deck over looking the river. Please note we do have a video camera overlooking the driveway as well as overlooking the stairway and river bank below the river cottage.

Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Ping-pong, Mt. View , & Privacy

Welcome to Stoney Creek Cabin! Enjoy a peaceful, private, and relaxing stay in our newly (2024) built cabin. We cut and milled the trees and built this cabin on our 50 acre farm and want you to enjoy it. It features a hot tub, ping-pong, foosball, porch swing, and firepit. Whether it is a family vacation or a romantic getaway this cabin will provide the opportunity to reconnect with the ones you love. 8mi to Elizabethton, 16mi to Johnson City and Bristol. Book your stay today!

* Spectacular *

Nestled less than a mile from the South Holston River, renowned for its superb trout fishing, and just a stone's throw away from the electrifying Bristol Motor Speedway. (Also less then a mile away) Step onto our rooftop deck, Challenge your friends to a game of ping pong, soak away your worries in the hot tub, or enjoy the oversized versions of Connect 4, Corn Hole, Checkers, and Jenga. Practice your putting skills on our small green while soaking in panoramic views.

Vacation Retreat

Located a few minutes away from Watauga Lake and the Appalachian Trail, this 600 sq ft abode is fully re-built inside and out. Amenities include WIFI, cable TV, DVD player, kitchenette, outdoor barbecue, camp fire area, hot tub on a covered deck and walking areas for pets, which we welcome to our place at no extra charge. This home is situated at the rear of our property in a rural area only 10 minutes from Elizabethton; a quiet and peaceful Vacation Retreat.

Fishing Cottage on Watauga river with hottub

Enjoy the lovely setting of this rustic and romantic spot in nature. Our fishing cottage is located on our 40 acres farm with 800 ft of Watauga riverfront access. Paved driveways to cottage and river. Home is recently renovated with all new furniture, beds, appliances and more. Linens, paper products, and toiletries provided. Everything you need to enjoy a fishing trip or romantic getaway. This home is on a working farm. Expect contact with animals.

Joe’s Tree Retreat

Located at the top of a mountain in the Cherokee National Forest, this home is the perfect getaway from the city with no street lights or engine noise! 4/10 of a mile to Lake Watauga and the Appalachian Trail. >15 mins to zip lines, hiking & under an hour to the NC ski slopes. Route to home is on paved, all season roads. Driveway is steep, but parking available on the street also. NO FIRES ALLOWED ON THIS PROPERTY.