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Watauga Riverbend Retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Watauga River
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Johnson City, TN
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, East Tennessee State University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bristol Motor Speedway
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Watauga Riverbend Retreat

Watauga River views and frontage. Beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath home on one of the most sought-after trophy trout fishing destinations in the southeast. Beautiful hardwood floors, 4 fireplaces, covered decks and patios for entertaining, or just relaxing. Use of kitchen and private entrance. Access to fire pit, hot tub, pool table and home theater. Close to I-26 for dining and shopping. Kennels available. Private float trips available upon request for $35 per person. bird hunting trips with access to a private reserve The Tweetsie Trail (9.5 mile bike/walking trail) is less than 1/4 mile away. and a golf course 1/2 mile from the house. Allows catered events. Owner lives in separate wing of the house. Please scroll through our pictures to see all the amenities.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are on the river so must supervise
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
There will be an extra charge for events
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Extra pet deposit non refundable
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
For Weddings and event There will be additional fees. Must use our event planner! period!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1263683vb
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: 75
Note from host: There will be an extra charge for events
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Bonnie Kate and Tipton-Haynes Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Yee-Haw Brewing Company and Austin Springs Spa & Salon. Travelling with kids? Consider Johnson City Family Skatecenter, or check out an event or a game at Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and cycling nearby.
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Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Johnson City Mall - 10 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 26 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Penny Man's Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Black Olive - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga Riverbend Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Watauga Riverbend Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Watauga Riverbend Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga Riverbend Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watauga Riverbend Retreat located?

This family-friendly Johnson City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Watauga River and Sycamore Shoals State Park. Elk Crossing and Sycamore Shoals Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VInce is a great host but it would have been helpful to know he lives in the home. Second, the AC is not adequate for the upstairs bedrooms. The home is beautiful and spacious. The property offers a variety of engaging opportunities.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
had our dog with us! very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our extended family stayed her to attend my nephew's wedding. It was a bit of a partial family reunion for us. The property was very family friendly and comfortable. The kids enjoyed the spaces to play games and to be outside. The view of the river was beautiful. The porch was very relaxing just to hang out or read. We enjoyed watching the birds around the river. Overall a very nice stay for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irv B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host exceeded our espectations. Wonderful home for our family Thanksgiving vacation, large well stocked kitchen with impressive dinning room with activites for entire family ( pool table, shufflle board, hot tub, foosball and unexpected theater room , which Grandkids enjoyed watching Garfield and eating popcorn), while extra outside areas provided adults with fantastic views of river and country side. Fishing for Trout is a plus at this location. this property offers more pluses than we have mentioned .The standout point was the the host.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myron C.

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

Great atmosphere, Love surroundings, and conveniences

The place is made for relaxation and fantastic amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

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

Wonderful!!!

Everything was great and we felt very welcomed and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Was a wonderful place - really enjoyed the property and accommodations!

This property is exceptional and anyone who enjoys fishing couldn’t find better setting. Loved it and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Thanks so much. Come back anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful place on the river

Lots of room and great view Our second time there and will go back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

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

Awesome Family time

Awesome house,location,host.One of the best places we have ever stayed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

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

Excellent!!!!

Excellent!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Great family getaway

House was great for family. Loved the views, and all the amenities. Made s'mores every night by the river. Wonderful home and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Thank you for your kind words! Come back anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Beautiful River Retreat

Gorgeous home with plenty of room for the whole family. Beds were comfortable and so dreamy to have all king beds. The landscape with the river right there is beautiful. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

JOSEPHINE J.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Great location close to highway

Great space, beautiful setting. A little disappointed advertised hot tub not running, owner did fix it during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Perfect place

ved our stay. It was the perfect place to host our family Christmas Party. Beautiful clean house with a beautiful view. And Vince was a very attentive host. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Great Time

Vince was a good host. House and location was perfect for our motorcycles.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jannice S.

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

Gorgeous location

Perfect for our large family. Finally enough bedrooms. 😊 We enjoyed the river, hot tub, theater, and games. Thank you, Vince for the use of your fishing poles. We want to come back and tube the river. The porches were very relaxing and the perfect place to connect with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely weekend

Very well equipped home. More than we expected. The outdoor area is the best, we hated to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrick E.

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

Tennessee Base Camp

A great place for our group of 8 to base out of and have a great trip. You are close to hiking, biking Sweenie Trail and rafting. Then you come home to a beautiful deck on the river where you can fix a great meal and relax after a fun adventurous day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Derrick your group was such a pleasure to host. Please come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jalisa R.

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

Great family vacation!

This house was just fabulous for our family to get together and have an excellent family vacation! Vince was always available for questions, helpful and eager to do all he could to make our stay memorable! The house was perfect for our extended family with 5 king beds, 5+ baths, lots of outdoor space, plenty to do. Fishing, floating and just lots of fun! Make the reservation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

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

Great Place!!

We absolutely loved this place!! Vince, the host was extremely helpful! The place was amazing, very big and decorated very nice! The beds were extremely comfortable. The property is beautiful and it was so nice to sit out on the deck and look at the beautiful water view. Great place for a big family with lots of room to spread out. We will definitely go back! You definitely will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

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

Would recommend to my family and friends

Really enjoyed my stay at the Riverbend Retreat. Vince was so thoughtful and ensured that we had everything we needed. The house was more than accommodating to a group of 15 for a special event. We really enjoyed the amenities and the view over the river. The house is well taken care of and loved by the owner and feels like home. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

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

Comfortable, Relaxing, and Convenient

We visited the area for fly fishing. The house was a perfect spot for us. After fishing each day we relaxed on the decks by the river. The house is large, well equipped, clean, and very comfortable. The host, Vince, made it easy for us and was very attentive to our needs. I would certainly rent this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Thank you for your kind words. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

connie m.

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

Gorgeous Views Daily

Got in late and was able to just settle right in. Space was perfect for my husband and myself and our grown children with their children. I e had our thanksgiving and did our Christmas Photos’s .. will definitely go back
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

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

Family Joy and Delight

My husband, adult children, their spouses and our three grandgirls (10, 7, and 2) had a delightful time at this spacious, will outfitted river retreat. So very nice for everyone to have their own space and great spaces indoors and out to gather, hangout, enjoy the nature right outside. Our host responded within minutes to every request.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Great house

This house was amazing. Lots of space for the 9 people in my family. Plenty of room for everyone, 5 bedrooms each having it's own bath. Huge plus! Loved the house. Owner was helpful when we had an issue with something, he got right on it and took care of it immediately. The location on the river is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vince Davis

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What makes this property unique

This home sits along the river and has amazing view during all seasons very relaxing and peaceful and being able to view the river from all the outside decks and from inside the home with the large windows that wrap around the entire house.

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