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Austin Springs Family Retreat

Family-friendly holiday home in Johnson City

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Game room with pool table
Front of house
Ping pong table topper, on top of the pool table
Air hockey table, game console
Game console

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6168.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Winged Deer Park
  • Place, Johnson City Mall
  • Place, East Tennessee State University
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Austin Springs Family Retreat

This is not your typical rental! It’s created for family fun and up to 6-8 guests. This 1,800 sq. ft. home is located on Johnson City’s east side, just minutes from Jonesborough, ETSU, the Med-Tech corridor, Kingsport, & Bristol, baby! Comfort was our primary consideration with thoughtfully selected brand-new mattresses, some new furniture and fixtures, and a well-stocked kitchen. This house is equipped for FUN with a pool table, air hockey, ping-pong, and video arcade console.

The space
From our experience, we have gathered all the basics for a fun family stay. It’s the little stuff like convenient USB charging locations, having measuring cups, vegetable oil, or even a selection of spices that make a difference! It’s complete with a comfortable tree-covered sitting deck with a propane grill in a nice neighborhood. There is also a fire pit. Shampoo, conditioner, and many other comforts are provided. This is definitely NOT a house for parties.

Our home is very dear to us. We updated and added things we have missed in other short term rental homes we have stayed in. It is a great place for families or small groups. It has some recent paint, fresh carpet, and some really nice updates.

This home sleeps six comfortably, up to eight potentially. The first bedroom has a king bed (2 guests) with a TV. The second bedroom has a queen (2), and the third features 2 twin beds. There is a very comfortable inflatable twin mattress (1) in the closet with extra bedding. We have a Pack-N-Play unit, high chair, and lots of things for babies and toddlers.

The living room has a brand-new recliner, couch, TV, and fireplace. The family room has a couch with a 55” TV, pool table, air hockey, ping-pong, and much more family fun! Lots of board games and books are available for you to enjoy.

The kitchen has almost everything you could need to cook a meal with your family or friends. We’ve got the basics that you don’t want to buy when visiting a short-stay location.

We have free Wi-Fi and three smart TVs with many free channels, local television channels, and your subscription app-based services like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, HBO Max, etc.

Guest access
Entire house and up to four exterior parking places. Hosts are off site.

Other things to note
One well-behaved smaller dog or a cat will be considered. We reserve the right to refuse any dog based on the potential of digging or going over the fence. Our neighbors to the left have a few hens and a duck, and our neighbors to our right have a small day care with young children.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking in the house, only in designated areas outside.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Johnson City

Johnson City is home to this holiday home. Rocky Mount Museum and Tipton-Haynes Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jonesborough Historic District and Christopher Taylor House. Travelling with kids? Consider Wallabies, or check out an event or a game at Bristol Motor Speedway.
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Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Winged Deer Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Johnson City Mall - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Johnson City Medical Center - 11 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪By-Lo Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pal's Sudden Service - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chico's Palace - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Austin Springs Family Retreat pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Austin Springs Family Retreat?

As of 31 October 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Austin Springs Family Retreat on 11 November 2025 start from NZ$557.86, 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 Austin Springs Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Austin Springs Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Austin Springs Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Johnson City holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Boone Lake and Watauga River. Johnson City Mall and Winged Deer Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darlene R.

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

Terrific Place

Tiffany and Don were awesome hosts. Their communication was great, and allowed us to check-in early. The home was very clean, warm, quiet and welcoming. If we needed something it was already provided in the well stocked kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and game room. We’ll definitely stay again when visiting family and friends. Thank you Tiffany and Don for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

Amazing property and owner

Outstanding experience. Property will not disappoint and owners were just as amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is comfortable and cozy cute, very very clean and has everything you would need and the beds were really comfortable. There is the coolest game room! Especially a kids retreat of entertainment. Great communication with the hosts!The neighborhood is pleasantly quiet. In the mornings the backyard is alive with birds singing their songs! A place to definitely return to for another stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda C.

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

Gem in East Tennessee

This property is exactly as advertised. Very clean, very well stocked and beautifully decorated. It is located less than 10 minutes away from shopping and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood. The hosts were wonderful as well. We had a small issue that was addressed and corrected immediately. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Wonderful experience

The property was as described. The host communicated well. The property was clean, well-maintained, centrally located, easy to access, well-stocked with essentials. Overall, this is an excellent vacation rental!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE V.

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

Perfect place

This house was perfect, it was very clean and have everything you need and a little more.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

A home away from home

Excellent kids room with toys.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Great property

We were in town for a graduation and had adult family with us. This was by far the best vrbo we've ever stayed at! It has a very well stocked kitchen, tvs in many rooms, and the game room was so much fun. If we ever get back to Johnson City, we will definitely stay there again. If you want to feel like you're home, but better, this is the property for you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan C.

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

Awesome Place and Fantastic Hosts

Everything was great. The online pictures are exactly what you find. The hosts were wonderful. Prompt reply to any questions. Home is spotless and the hosts provide extras that you do not normally see. We were able to bring our pet. My grandson got to feed the neighbors chickens. My husband used the fire pit and the game room was awesome too. We had a blast. I highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli c.

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

Perfect!

We have stayed in many VRBOs and this place, BY FAR, was the best. The home was spotless, updated, cozy and packed with absolutely everything you would need. From the game room, to the well stocked kitchen (that even included feed for the chickens next door)They thought of everything. The back yard was beautiful and shaded, the fire pit was the icing on the cake. The whole family was impressed with how much care and forethought was put into making this home comfortable and convenient. We cannot wait to come back! Thank you for making this such a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Memorable Stay!

Extremely comfortable stay. All furnishings, decor, etc, immaculate. My boys could not stop talking about the game room, electronics, tvs; this is their second stay! Very interesting memorabilia throughout the home. Feeding the chickens (with provided treats) was a joy and great memory! Wanted for nothing! Please note, if you can’t sleep through a morning rooster crow, sleep in the front master bedroom. I had no issues here! Couldn’t hear him at all! I do sleep with a sound machine I travel with as well! Our boys did sleep in the back bedroom, but didn’t hear either. They could also sleep through anything really! That said we LOVED the next door chickens and rooster! Very nice pace watching them outside over coffee. Also, thermostat cannot go below 71 in the summer. Noting if you run HOT. We do typically, sleep at 68 at home, but honestly, we did ok, no issues! Just removed the heavier provided blankets! Fans throughout. No issues. All supplies for coffee provided! And extra things, snacks, as well! Just perfect. Very cute setup. Loved it, our second time in two months staying here. Would come again! Memorable, lovely, CLEAN, and lots for the kids. They had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect for my husband, myself, and our adult “kids”. We all really enjoyed the game room. Would love to stay here again the next time we are in town to visit our daughter at ETSU.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

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

My first experience with Vrbo

The rental I selected and used was TOP SHELF ! Everything that was listed was in perfect order. My Host was in contact with me before the visit and fill me in on security codes that I would need. I can't thank my host enough, as everything was PERFECT.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love this house, I was impressed with how Tiffany and Don thought of everything! I have never stayed in a better stocked or a cleaner home! That said we did want to share a bit of feedback that we hope is helpful. The air-conditioning unfortunately didn't cool the space well, and the temperature stayed quite warm even with the fans going, especially overnight which made it hard to get a full night's sleep. If the issue with the air-conditioning is addressed I would definitely love to return to this clean-charming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross L.

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

Wedding weekend

Just stayed for the weekend . Teenage boys were entertained with air hockey and billiards.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Cute little place

Love the amenities: fully stocked kitchen, newer appliances, fire pit in backyard and of course, the living room, pool table air hockey, and video game machine were absolutely amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chad h.

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

Awesome place to stay

Clean. 5 minutes to food and shopping. Game room was perfect for some family fun. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farran M.

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

Amazing Game Room!

We loved staying here! The kids (and maybe us as well) thoroughly enjoyed the game room and all the toys available! The house was well stocked with everything you could ever need and the hosts were very responsive! Great for families with small children and conveniently located close to town! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Scott M.

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

Nice stay in Johnson City

Seeing family needed extra space
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

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

Best Christmas place to stay in Johnson City

Huge attention to detail, all the coffee was stocked, the kitchen had everything you could need, the linen closet was stocked. There was plenty of room to put our stuff. The neighborhood was quiet. We stayed over Christmas and enjoyed the lit tree on a timer, the twinkle lit garland over the fireplace mantle. Our small dog loved the fenced in back yard. The game room was fun. We did a load of laundry Everything was clean clean clean these VRBO hosts are the best. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Helen Insprucker S.

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

Shell Cernich family

Our daughters college graduation brought us to this area. Our stay was short, but we enjoyed this property. Your town was nice too. We'll be back in the warmer times to explore the parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

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

Great place to stay

Pool table was a big hit along with feeding the chickens.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon m.

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

Great location. Lots of room.

We can in for ETSU family weekend with our 2 small dogs. Great location. Not too close to the campus and not too far away. Lots of room. Great beds and a game room. Back yard was perfect for our dogs. will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hal M.

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

Great stay

Clean well stocked home.convenient location.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

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