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Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Hot tub
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Johnson County, TN

Watauga Lake Winery
‪7 min drive‬
Beech Mountain Resort
‪35 min drive‬
Land of Oz
‪37 min drive‬
Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
‪87 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake

At this scenic three-level mountain cabin, you’ll wake to panoramic views of Watauga Lake with a dock on the lake and end your day bubbling under the stars. With lofted sleeping quarters, gas fireplace, and multiple decks, your group will discover there’s a favorite nook for every guest. A gorgeous and well-appointed launchpad for days on the lake and exploring the Smokey Mountains. Bring your boat to put on the dock or just enjoy hanging out and swimming.
About the Space

• 3 well-appointed bedrooms:
⎯▹ Bedroom 1: 2 Queen beds + Trundle Daybed (Loft)
⎯▹ Bedroom 2: 1 King bed
⎯▹ Bedroom 3: 1 King bed w/ electric fireplace
• Fresh bedding + towels provided
• 3 full bathrooms
• Indoor Jacuzzi tubs
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Coffee maker, toaster, blender
• In-home full size washer + dryer/laundry room
• 65" smart TV + gas fireplace in living/dining room
• Outdoor dining + wraparound deck
•Outdoor gas grill
• Private hot tub + outdoor gas firepit
• Dock on the lake 2 minute drive away
• Free parking on premises
• Fast WiFi – 250+ Mbps

Experience Overview ~
• Lake + mountain views throughout
• Wraparound porches
• Outdoor firepit + 5-person hot tub
• Canoe +dock + lake access and dock 2 min drive away
• Indoor jetted tubs
• High-speed WiFi
• Dedicated laundry room

Nearby Things to Do ~
• Watauga Lake ⎯▹ 2 min drive
Community dock for swimming, boating, and canoe access

• Blue Ridge Parkway ⎯▹ 30-45 min drive
Scenic drives and hiking routes in every direction

• Grandfather Mountain ⎯▹ 45 min drive
Swinging bridge, wildlife habitats, and panoramic views

• Beech Mountain Resort ⎯▹ 35 min drive
Winter skiing and summer biking trails

• Boone, NC ⎯▹ 35 min drive
Shops, restaurants, and a charming college town vibe

Nearby Dining ~
• Watauga Lake Mercantile ⎯▹ 5 min drive
• Villa Nova Vineyards ⎯▹ 5 min drive
• Goat House Grill ⎯▹ 15 min drive
• Mountain Cheers Grill Haus ⎯▹ 15 min drive
• Subas ⎯▹ 20 min drive

FAQs
➤ Can I work remotely?
Yes—fast 250+ Mbps WiFi and plenty of quiet corners.

➤ Are pets allowed?
No, not at this time.

➤ Is the driveway steep?
Yes—it’s a mountain road. Drive with care.

➤ Where can I park?
Free parking is available on the property.

➤ Is there a dock or boat access?
Yes—2 minutes away at the community dock. Boat dockage, Canoe + gear included!

Meet Your Host
I love Butler and our wonderful guests who come to visit! Need anything at all? I’m just a text away!
Your host,
—Paul

Guest Access
Guests have access to the entire home, canoe, lake dock, and all outdoor spaces. Life jackets and paddles are provided.

Getting Around
Driving is recommended. The home is about 35 minutes from Boone, NC and major routes.

Guest Interaction
I’m always just a message away if you need anything during your stay.

Other Notes
Guests must be 27+ with at least one positive review. No pets or smoking allowed.

Property manager

Paul Young

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Hot tub

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Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this holiday home is on a lake. Banner House Museum and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Beech Mountain Resort and Watauga Lake Winery. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

Johnson County, TN

What's nearby

Watauga Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Watauga Lake Winery - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
Beech Mountain Resort - 35 min drive - 26.7 km
Land of Oz - 37 min drive - 28.0 km
Grandfather Mountain - 59 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

‪JJ's Cafe - ‬27 min drive
‪Butler Trading Post - ‬28 min drive
‪Pleasant's Store - ‬23 min drive
‪Elk Mills Grill - ‬13 min drive
‪Elk River Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake?

As of 2 August 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake on 4 August 2025 start from NZ$702.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watauga Lake & Mtn Views - Hot Tub & Dock on the lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Watauga River and Watauga Lake. Watauga Lake Winery is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

31 July 2025

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

Lovely Mountain Cabin

We stayed at this cabin while visiting family. The home had plenty of room for us all and was very clean and well appointed. The view was absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed the hot tub, dock for swimming, canoe and board games. The owner Paul was very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya T.

14 April 2025

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

Beautiful and relaxing

Plenty of room for all of us

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan P.

28 October 2024

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

Fantastic!

It was beautiful and VERY CLEAN!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

29 July 2024

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

Beautiful home

Peaceful, quiet location. Beautiful view from deck. Comfy beds. Perfect for a relaxing family vacation.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

9 February 2023

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

Beautiful view!

Loved our stay! Great location, close to the ski resorts and Boone and the view is incredible! Perfect spot for a relaxing mountain weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

15 August 2023

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

Wonderful mountain lake house

Love it! Awesome views, clean & updated vacation home. Wonderful stay, will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

1 January 2023

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

Review

Our stay was great! Thanks

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candace F.

5 January 2023

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

Perfectly named

Such a lovely and comfortable home, Heaven Sums it up nicely .

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

5 November 2023

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

Mountain View & Lake View

Spent a long weekend with our family at this beautiful home. Had the best of both worlds with a mountain view and a lake view right out the back windows! Updated kitchen with everything we needed. Good communication with the owner. Enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

16 September 2023

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

Great view

Beautiful cabin with a magnificent view. Paul ( owner ) is very responsive to questions and sent us a helpful to - do list of the surrounding area. The cabin is about a 45 min drive to Damascus, where we rented bicycles for the Virginia Creeper Trail. ( a downhill 17 mile beautiful bike ride) which I highly recommend. Just a short downhill walk from the cabin is the community dock where we spent a lazy day swimming,fishing and using the cabin’s canoe.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alec F., Cape Carteret, United States

20 February 2023

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

This place is just amazing!

We had 2 families with 8 total people. The house was perfect for this many people. We liked that the kids could all be upstairs and the adults sleep comfortably downstairs. The views are amazing and it was fantastic just sitting on the deck drinking coffee or anything else and just chatting taking in the view. The road is very very steep so just expect that but it is something that you get used to. The winery up the road has fantastic pizza and some solid wine as well. This house had things that many rentals lack and we appreciated because it saved us trips to the store on a few occasions. We would love to stay here again! Off the beaten path and just close enough to things to make an afternoon of an activity with time to get back to the cabin for dinner and relaxation!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sami L.

19 June 2024

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

Family trip 2024

We had a great vacation. The cabin was exactly as shown in pictures. We wanted a trip just to enjoy our family time and not have any scheduled events. We played games, we did rent a boat for the day, we went to the local Mercantile for breakfast one morning, we went to Linville Caverns one day, we used the grill a couple times. We had planned on using hot tub but we didn't end up using it. The outside balconies had beautiful views. We would stay again for sure!! Paul was very responsive to a couple questions I had. The big thing I will tell any future guest is read all descriptions, I miss read a couple things so there was some confusion in my planning but nothing major. Paul's description is very accurate. Also, I would not suggest driving a vehicle larger than an SUV, it is a very steep drive up, roads are narrow and some tight turns. We rented a 12 person van so our family of 8 could all ride together. Let's just say it added a little flare to the drive up and down from the cabin. Lol

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salina D.

29 May 2025

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

5 Stars

Great view, great property

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin U.

22 June 2023

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

Beautiful view!

We enjoyed our stay, comfortable private and views are amazing! As mentioned the access to the dock is a little challenging but that is to be expected. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need to prepare meals, beverages etc.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

2 August 2022

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

The best cabin!!!

We had the best stay at Heavens Gate! It was immaculate, the beds were comfortable, it was beautifully decorated and worked perfect for our family vacation. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles c.

28 July 2022

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

Great property, beautiful location

Great property with an amazing view. Amenities complete, nothing we found lacking. Access to water is a nice hike and a bit of exercise up hill, or can drive and park. Liked the canoe and dock, had a great time at the lake. 30 min to Boone/Blowing rock and Blue Ridge Parkway, did some excursion, nice restaurants ice creams, and awesome hikes there. Can't find anything to complain about, though I am trying....

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip D.

20 January 2022

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

Beautiful place. Wonderful views. Relaxing

Everything was great except Mother Nature. Cut a little short cause of snow. Wonderful place and the owner was great to work with excellent communication

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Max F.

31 December 2021

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

Winter trip

We had a good time and the house was great! Perfect getaway for friends to get together who Had not. seen each other in a few years

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

23 October 2021

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

Beautiful view, beautiful place

Remote cabin, Well decorated , lovely views of mountains and lakes , nice porches.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

14 October 2021

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

Relaxation and Family time

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home. We had everything we needed. Truly was like heaven, decompressing and spending time with our family. The views were spectacular. We enjoyed the hot tub, sitting around the fire, games, and movies. We would love to come back in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

6 October 2021

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

Beautiful, exactly as described.

This cabin was beautiful! My friends and I had the best time. The owner responded quickly with assistance anytime I needed it. My only complaint is not with the cabin itself, but with the area. The lake and mountains are perfect, but there is not much at all close by, and the neighbors did not seem very friendly towards us.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Missy R., Virginia Beach, VA

17 August 2021

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

Simply relaxing...

Heaven's Gate was a fantastic property! We enjoyed every minute we spent at the house as well as on Lake Watauga. The house was clean, decorated beautifully, had all the kitchen utensils we needed, and plenty of room for our family. We enjoyed the views of the lake from the deck, spent time by the fire pit, and relaxed in the hot tub. We also enjoyed the canoe and used our own SUP to explore the lake from the community dock. Steep stairs to the dock was challenging, so we found alternate means to get my parents who are in their 80s onto our boat. The only thing we recommend is a new grill! It was starting to show its age. Overall, we had an amazing vacation and could not have asked for anything more!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

30 July 2021

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

Great !

Great place and super responses/communication. It would be nice to have some spices, but no biggie.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

24 July 2021

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

Mountain Home with Great Lake View.

The home is very clean and neat. Lot of space for family gathering. Great bedrooms - the beds slept wonderful. Bathrooms were very clean and had towels for everyone. Kitchen was nice. Family loved the hot tub- very clean and well maintained. Deck was very nice- with lots of chairs for everyone to sit and enjoy the view while we were hanging out. Lots of wild life-Deer, squirrels , rabbits, and raccoons. Large table for every to enjoy a meal together. Cozy TV area. Very steep 1 lane road leading up the the home. May bother some if they are not used to mountain roads etc. Lots of steps - driveway and parking is on the basement level. - where there is 2 bedrooms , bathroom, and a nice laundry room. Just making mention in case there is anyone where stairs would hinder them. Overall a great stay and a great time here. Lots of room in this very clean and well thought out home.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

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Amanda S.

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Tonya T.

Beautiful and relaxing

Tonya T.

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Bryan P.

Fantastic!

Bryan P.

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Beautiful home

Susan P.

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Beautiful view!

Laura H.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Wonderful mountain lake house

Christopher B.

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

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Bethany D.

10/10 Excellent

Candace F.

Perfectly named

Candace F.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.