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Mountain Home near Watauga Lake w/in 20 miles to Ski Resorts. Pets Considered

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Private home with a spacious yard and nice mountain view!
Welcome to the Bird House!
Large back yard with view!
Front door view!
Back deck mountain view and grill!
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Butler, TN
  • Popular LocationWatauga Lake11 min walk
  • Popular LocationWatauga Lake Winery16 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeech Mountain Resort37 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)71 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Mountain Home near Watauga Lake w/in 20 miles to Ski Resorts. Pets Considered

Beautiful brick country home with privacy and a private boat launch (bring your boat!) located less than a mile from Watauga Lake. Canoes and kayaks can be provided upon request. Beech Ski resort is only a 35-minute drive and Sugar Mtn is only 45 minutes away. Bristol Motor Speedway is a 55-minute drive.The comfortable Bird House sleeps 5. The Master Bedroom has a queen bed with a master bath connected. A central full bath in the main hallway leads to the 2nd bedroom with a queen bed. A futon is available in the living room for extra sleeping accommodations.
There is a wonderful back deck with a gas grill, privacy, and mountain views. The kitchen is fully loaded with a big refrigerator, oven, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, pots & pans, and fully stocked kitchen needs. Linens, towels, paper products & detergents are available. The living room has a large Smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video and Hulu for you to enjoy. There is heat and central air. A wash machine and dryer are in a spacious mud room. Garage has a workout space and equipment available. Pets considered but please contact us to discuss. Motor boat rentals available thru the local marina. A fisherman's dream. Skiers paradise - water like glass. White water rafting, horseback riding, hiking, skiing and fishing. Located in the country but convenient to many neighboring vacation villages like the college town of Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Grandfather Mtn, Mountain City and Johnson City.

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT WATAUGA LAKE AREA?

Watauga Lake is the 3rd cleanest lake in the country and surely one of the most beautiful. There are beautiful mountains surrounding it and more than half of Watauga Lake's shoreline of 105 miles lies within the Cherokee National Forest and cannot be developed. Often you can view the local Bald Eagles that soar the lake. Recreational uses include boating, fishing, jet skis, wake boarding, tubing, water-skiing, swimming, camping, etc. Fish species include Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, both Large Mouth and Small Mouth Bass, Crappie, Fresh Water Drum and Catfish.

Close by to the Ranch House you can take many day trips like hiking to favorite spots. Some local favorites are Grandfather Mountain, the Appalachian trail on Roan Mountain, and Linville Falls. If Fly Fishing interests you, the Watauga River and the South Holston Rivers are close by with world class trout fishing. We are also close to some great whitewater rafting, kayaking and tubing rivers as well. If touring a winery is of interest you will only be 11 miles from Watauga Lake Winery. Boone is the home of Appalachian State University which brings lots of fun to the area. ASU Football, concerts and local Breweries just to name a few. Another huge draw to the area is the proximity to the Bristol Motor Speedway. Everyone who likes racing loves the "Fastest Mile in Racing" which is the Food City 300.

We are located around 2000 Ft in elevation so you can expect cool mountain temps with a gentle breeze. Autumn brings beautiful fall colors with even better views. In the winter time, skiing and snow boarding are enjoyed at nearby Sugar and Beech Mountain.

Property manager

Judson Conway
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Contact us first to discuss pet rental and fees.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Watauga Lake, while Horn in the West and Moses Cone Manor are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Land of Oz, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 11 min walk
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 16 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 37 min drive
  • Land of Oz - 39 min drive
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Butler Trading Post - 22 min drive
  • Shirley's Home Cooking - 19 min drive
  • Shirleys Restaurant - 19 min drive
  • JJ's Cafe - 20 min drive
  • Elk Mills Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Home near Watauga Lake w/in 20 miles to Ski Resorts. Pets Considered pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Home near Watauga Lake w/in 20 miles to Ski Resorts. Pets Considered?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Home near Watauga Lake w/in 20 miles to Ski Resorts. Pets Considered?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Home near Watauga Lake w/in 20 miles to Ski Resorts. Pets Considered located?

This family-friendly Butler holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Watauga Lake Winery is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W., Holly Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minutes from Sugar Hollow Wedding Venue
We were invited to a wedding at Sugar Hollow Retreat wedding venue last weekend. While gorgeous with breathtaking views, the gravel road and terrain to the venue is challenging - so, it was a DELIGHTFUL surprise to learn how close this home “The Bird House” was to the wedding venue, given we were coming back from the event in the dark. Being from out of town, it was so convenient finding a home less than 2 miles to Sugar Hollow. The home was CLEAN, provided hot showers, the beds were comfortable, and it offered little touches - like a long mirror for those getting ready for the wedding, a huge tv for the others watching sports, and a spacious kitchen to prepare meals if you don’t want to venture out too far to find dinner. It’s an older home with older fixtures - but we honestly loved it … it felt nostalgic. The communication was top-notch throughout our stay. Thank you for opening your home to our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Butler
The house is just as advertised online, but the pictures don’t do it justice. Easily accesable mountain home, with beautiful views. The house was the cleanest Vrbo property I have ever stayed in. 10/10 trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great vacation
Was overall good mini vacation. All the pans are older so a lot of the food we made burnt easily or stuck to the pan. Getting in was a little troublesome only because we didn’t have any service, luckily I remembered the code. Deck was beautiful and beds were very comfortable, bedding needs updated, felt old and worn down.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Peaceful Haven in Nature
My husband and I were looking for a quiet home in nature and we found it at The Bird House. We enjoyed the fresh mountain air, trees, beautiful lake and dark nights to see the stars and lightning bug display! We spent much of our time on the deck -- and use of the canoe at the nearby boat launch was a bonus. We had all we needed in the house -- including great streaming features on the big TV. Judson was a terrific host. Nearby towns, trails and wineries were fun to explore.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
We came to the mountains for Thanksgiving . This cabin was perfect so they came to us . Everything we needed was there to cook with . We have two dogs and the yard was so large , they loved playing outside . If you want a place that is quiet and clean , where a touch of old meets a touch of new . Then I suggest you rent it . Truly had a wonderful time .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Judson Conway

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We own a local Fly Fishing Guide Service and love the mountains! We open up this house so you can enjoy them too!!

Why they chose this property

We love sharing the "Mountain & Lake Experience" with everyone! A wonderful private house with lots to do!! OR just a great place to find inner peace and relax!

What makes this property unique

SO MANY WONDERFUL THINGS TO DO CLOSE BY WITH A GREAT PLACE TO STAY WHILE YOU ENJOY THEM!

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