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Living & kitchen area
Living area
Kitchen
Kitchen with gas fireplace & flat screen TV.
Kitchen with gas fireplace & flat screen TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Johnson City, TN
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East Tennessee State University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Freedom Hall Civic Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Magnolia Cabin

Magnolia Cabin is located at the headwaters of the trophy trout section on the beautiful Watauga River. Magnolia is a small 500 square feet private cabin equipped with modern appliances & granite counter tops. Relax on our back deck! A guest favorite…our back deck is the place to enjoy the great outdoors while watching the river go by. You might even see someone catching a fish! Featuring a sitting area and fire pit, this relaxed setting is the perfect place to unwind. This section of the Watauga River is a fisherman's paradise! You can walk off the large covered back porch down to a wadable river to fish, kayak, or watch wildlife. Located on a country road, you would think you are a long way from civilization, but travel four miles down the road and you can pick up anything you need. The cabin is fully equipped with linens and all household items. All you need to bring is personal items and food. We hope you will enjoy it as much we do! We look forward to meeting you!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time-10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. You are still welcome to sit around and enjoy the fire and river. Just be courteous of other guests.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Carter Mansion and Tipton-Haynes Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Yee-Haw Brewing Company and Austin Springs Spa & Salon. Johnson City Family Skatecenter and Wallabies are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Johnson City Mall - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 31 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J's Corner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Penny Man's Diner - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnolia Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Magnolia Cabin?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnolia Cabin on 5 June 2026 start from NZ$327, 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.

How much is parking at Magnolia Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnolia Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnolia Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnolia Cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Watauga River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sycamore Shoals State Park and Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Tweetsie Trail Trailhead and Tannery Knobs Mountain Bike Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 125 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable cozy place tight on the river. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have previously stayed in all the other cabins which are AWESOME, but now its just the two of us and we love the Magnolia. It is perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming and clean. Had all amenities we needed. Will return. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, beautiful property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a GREAT place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A10 out of 10 for me! I came down to fish for a couple days and the location is amazing.. right on the river. A cool / quaint one bedroom cabin. When I wasn't on a float trip I was able to walk down steps into the river and wade in to fish a variety of water from faster runs to deep pools. Tons of fish! It's a hot spot for guides when they come through. Nice comfortable back porch. Bed and pillows were comfortable... bathroom clean and shower had nice pressure. Kitchen had everything I needed and I did use it to cook. I will look to stay again next time I'm able to get down again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you could ask for….bery cozy, warm, and just wonderful all the way around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cozy cabin by the water. Second time we have stayed in this cabin. The Christmas tree was such a great added touch. We have stayed at this property 3 times. I always look foreward to staying here. It’s so peaceful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kaylee p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
looked just like the photos! photos do not do the view justice, it was beautiful!
view from deck, outside bedroom door
view from deck of the bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well equipped cabin on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This lovely cabin never disappoints! Looking forward to staying there in August.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was beautiful, cabin had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Will rent again in spring. Minutes from Milligan University where our son is attending.
evening fire by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have stayed in this cabin several times and it never disappoints. It is very clean and well stocked. Check-in was very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect private cabin on the river. Really nice porch, outdoor area and river access. The fishing was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect getaway for us to stay at while we attended the BMS night race. We loved the location and how beautiful the scenery was along with how simple yet practical the cabin was. It was clean and very inviting. We will definitely be back at some point.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

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

Four nights on the river

The cabin was clean and comfortable, and everything worked out perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location for a riverside getaway. First off this cabin is adorable and has everything you could ever need. Then you have that porch that is perfect for drinking coffee in the morning listening to the water and watching the birds. My husband and son learned how to fly fish while we were there and it was the perfect location for it. Also it being pet friendly and having a huge field right off the side was perfect for our pup. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

Just a quick visit

We love it here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again the experience at Wautauga River cabins was exceptional. I can’t say enough good things about the owners, managers, cabin, and the river. The property is always clean. The area is quiet and peaceful. It is a wonderful place to relax and recharge from everyday life.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake H.

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

Great Property!

This is a beautiful riverside property! This was our second time staying here. Clean and neat and has everything you need!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have stayed in this property several times and it never disappoints. It’s very clean and well stocked. Check in/out instructions are clear and were delivered prior to our arrival. Five stars all the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrett M.

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

Awesome stay!!

Absolutely incredible! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome place to stay to get away from the city life
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Cute Cabin

This cabin was perfect for our little getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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