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Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees!

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Exterior
Welcome to your forest retreat, nestled in the mountains of East Tennessee.
Property grounds
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 489 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Watauga Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Watauga Lake Winery
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees!


Are you looking for a private escape in a woodland setting, yet with all of the comforts of home? Then, look no further! This newly-built cottage, nestled in the foothills of the mountains of East Tennessee is a peaceful family-friendly oasis. It is located just off of Highway 167 and offers a long gravel driveway through an umbrella of trees, which opens up into a freshly-constructed 2 bedroom ( each with a queen size bed )2 full bathroom home, featuring a large furnished front porch, from which to enjoy all of the sights and sounds of nature... Woods for exploring, mountains for hiking, quick access to stocked trout streams and Watauga Lake for fishing, a fire pit and a saucer swing in the trees. The front door opens to reveal the fully-furnished open-concept kitchen, dining room and living room area. Two private bedrooms and bathrooms are located just beyond the main area. The back porch sits at the foot of the mountain that shades the home from behind and offers a gated and walled area.
Our prices remain the same year round.
The kitchen is fully-stocked with everything you might need to prepare meals and includes all necessary items like hand soap, dish soap and coffee makings. The bathrooms also contain soaps and shampoos and other amenities include a washer and dryer with laundry detergent provided, a television in the living room for streaming and wi-fi throughout the home and a cabinet with board games.
Each bedroom is designed to sleep up to two guests.
Home owners are accessible on adjacent property and are available to assist, as needed. Depending on the time of year and amount of rain, there is a small brach that runs across the front of the property. The fresh mountain springs provide water for the home.
The property is located within an hour's drive of many attractions. It is a 45-minute drive the famous Bristol Motor Speedway ( in Bristol, TN. Boating, fishing and swimming abounds just 10 minutes away at Lake Watauga ( one of the largest lakes in Tennessee, covering 6,430 acres. From our corner of northeast Tennessee, we can access three different states within an hour. The Virginia Creeper trail in Damascus, VA ( is an amazing opportunity for avid walkers, hikers, or cyclists and is located just 35 minutes from Forest Retreat. If you prefer skiing ( head toward Boone and Blowing Rock, NC for Appalachian, Beech and Sugar Ski Mountains. Also in North Carolina, just 47 minutes from Butler, enjoy hiking and the beauty of Elk River Falls and Park ( a coveted destination for hiking and picnicking. Other outdoors activities include Laurel Falls on the Appalachian Trail ( and Off the Grid Adventures ( for zip-lining, rides and tours in Hampton, TN. If you prefer to stick closer to the home, there are several restaurants, diners, and even a winery ( within 20 minutes, and one small old-fashioned general store within a mile.
Whether you are seeking a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or just a peaceful and private escape, Forest Retreat could be just for you!

Property manager

Karen Visser

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Adult fully housebroken dogs welcome. No puppies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside on porches only.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Butler

Butler is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Williams Island and Watauga Lake, while Heritage Hall Theater and Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum are cultural highlights. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are also worth visiting.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 11 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 25 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Cross Mountain Trailhead - 30 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 56 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Land of Oz - 58 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico's Pizza & Sub's - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪La Cucina Italian Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Monsoon - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Forest Retreat: No Cleaning Fees! located?

Situated in Butler, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Williams Island and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Watauga Lake. Watauga Lake Winery and Fish Springs Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 248 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mallyssa B.

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

Best stay

The scenery is fantastic. And the area was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Short vacay

This was a very cozy place and would definitely stay again! The nicest people that were so easy to work with !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

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

Hospitality Experts!

Beautiful, secluded stay. The hosts made sure we had everything we needed to make our stay perfect! Will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Hideaway stay

Great value for secluded peaceful retreat! Close to great sightseeing and recreational activities. We weren't looking for restaurants did our own cooking and packed lunches for our daytime activities. Did lot of picnics and hikes in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

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

Quaint & Clean

This is a wonderful little house situated in the woods. It has an open floor plan with a great layout!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Clean and Quiet

The cabin was exactly as advertised. Well stocked with the essentials, comfortable beds/furniture, great remote location so very quiet, and close to hiking and lake activities. The hosts provided some great info about the area and were available as needed. Overall enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

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

Secluded Getaway!

A++++++ Worth every penny! We’re going back in December!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice cabin. Very clean and well kept. Owners were very helpful and guided us over there. It's kind of Isolated but that was exactly what my Husband and I needed for a couple days. We will definitely go back again.!!!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Private getaway

The owners feel like a friend of a friend! They made the check in and check out process so easy! They are so very kind and make it known that if you need anything at all to ask. I would stay here again 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

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

Always a happy stay!

We love the cabin, the property, the area - all of it. The fire is a wonderful edition and the home is perfectly situated in a secluded wooded area with a large front porch to dine or have coffee. The house is very clean and loaded with just the items you forget to bring (it feels like anyway). It's definitely a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shalom K.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Unbeatable price with everything you need in beautiful furnished cozy warm house! Very helpful host and owner. Definitely was a hit! Thank you Gregg and Karen!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

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

Perfection

We enjoyed absolutely EVERYTHING about this cabin and our stay. Clean, quiet, perfect hosts, beautiful area. What more could you ask for. We will always look to stay here when vacationing or in need of a getaway. You will not be disappointed.😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach Z.

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

5 stars

It is so peaceful there and it’s secluded and it honestly brought me and my significant other closer to one another and plus the host was so nice and we definitely loved staying there and definitely would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherri A.

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

Another wonderful stay!!!

This was our third time staying at this house and our fifth time renting from Greg & Karen. We cannot not say enough wonderful things about them. Every trip has been relaxing and the houses have all been well equipped. We have been searching for a house for the past five years and finally found our retirement home on this trip.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C., Roanoke, VA

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

Forest retreat

It was nice to stay here. Upon arrival the hosts greeted us and gave us the information we needed to know about the property. The cabin was clean and well appointed, and everything was in good working order. Very secluded & quiet location with a cool old logging trail nearby for a nice evening hike. If we are in the area again we would not hesitate to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Brothers union!!

We had a wonderful and amazing stay at The Forest Retreat. Thank you guys for the dedication of putting your guest first and going the extra mile to ensure their comfort and happiness. My brothers and I were definitely impressed with the condition, cleanliness and attention to details you put forth to make our stay great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Appliances and clean!

Very clean, all necessities were there. When I called with a question someone always answered. Very happy with cabin. I would stay there again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle K.

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

Yooper

The cabin was exactly what we wanted. Quiet and secluded. It was very clean. It even had a Keurig and creamer and sugar were in the frig. If we need a place to lay our heads when in the area, we’ll definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri M., Cocoa USA

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

Always a special treat

We have stayed here on several occasions. NEVER a disappointment. ALWAYS an excellent stay. The hospitality and kindness of the hosts Greg and Karen goes beyond words. I rented these nights for my hubby to take a nice “break” from staying in our camper down the road. I sure wish we had their lovely cabin on our property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

TN Bound

This place was fantastic from our first meeting with the host to the time we left. It was way above our expectations. Before we even left I was sending the information to others so they could stay at this home. We WILL be back! This place was wonderful i cannot think of anything i would change.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

A wonderful stay!

Our stay was wonderful! The host was welcoming and responded to questions quickly. The location was secluded and quiet- about a 15 minute drive from Watauga lake. The house was clean and comfortable. The host provided many extras like firewood for the fire pit, kitchen staples, bug spray, etc.! This was my first time at a Vrbo listing and it exceeded my expectations! It had a cabin-y feel but with luxuries like central A/C and a smart TV. Would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is the second time we've stayed at Forest Retreat. Karen is an amazing host. The house is spotless, the cleanest I've seen, ever. The beds are clean and comfortable. And the house has all the amenities and utensils you could possibly need. She is responsive and there is also wifi and Netflix. We hope to make this a yearly trip for our family. The house is close to lots of outdoor activities and close to many towns. I cannot say enough good things. Thank you Karen for providing such a wonderful retreat for our family!

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

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

Very clean and oh so cozy! A++

Our family stayed here in February 2023 for a fun weekend in TN and NC. The hosts were extremely sweet and accommodating! There were 4 of us (2 adults and 2 young kids) and the place felt very large and comfortable. It was nice & quiet and out of the way - which we loved. We didn't need the washer and dryer but it was great to have the option. WE WOULD 100% STAY HERE AGAIN. Fun things we did: the Just Jump Trampoline Park, and Hands On Museum in Johnson City, TN. Hawks Nest snow tubing in 7 Devils, NC. And we highly recommend the nearby Butler Trading Post restaurant run by a lovely husband and wife for the last 7 years - great salad bar and amazing pizza!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri M., Cocoa USA

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

My go to for serenity

We have stayed here multiple times by ourselves and this time we brought three grandkids. The hosts Greg and Karen are beyond welcoming and helpful. This is the only place that I want to stay when it is available! 2 very clean bedrooms and bathrooms on the same floor. Even though it is beautifully hidden from the road it is easy access. No steep hills or driveways. We enjoyed the fire pit this time with the kids. And they loved the tree swing. Just perfect honestly. Priced well below its value. Of course we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope K., MN/USA

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

A Lovely retreat in the forests of TN

My husband and I wanted to bike the trails of Virginia, boat the lakes in the area and spend time in the hills of TN. Karen & Greg’s place was a perfect location for our plans. It’s in an incredibly peaceful setting not far from Elizabethton. There’s a wonderful take-out Thai restaurant nearby. We especially loved the large deck and enjoyed our meals there. Thank you Karen and Greg for providing such a well stocked and lovely location to begin & end our days. We’d love staying with you again when in the area. M&P
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Visser

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Languages:

English