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Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River

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A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs facing a river, a flagpole with an American flag, and a cloudy sky.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite island, and pendant lighting.
A two-story house with a dark blue exterior, a front porch, and a chimney.
A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Watauga River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Elizabethton, TN
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Bristol Motor Speedway
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River

Brand new to VRBO June 1st 2023. Gorgeous and completely remodeled waterfront home on the beautiful Watauga River. The house was completely remodeled in 2023 with all new windows, life proof flooring, granite countertops, appliances, new black metal roof, new interior and exterior paint, new composite front door, new lights and fans, landscaping, etc. This is a $500K immaculate home right on the river. You might stay somewhere cheaper but you will not stay anywhere nicer in this area. Please look at our cabin VRBO #2196043 if you need something smaller yet just as beautiful, its really made for 2 people but will sleep 4 if needed.

The house includes a brand new 12' x 12' Trex river dock with stainless steel cables for railing, so as not to diminish the river views. There is also a brand new private boat ramp for those coming in to fish or kayak. Excellent place for a large group or a small group and all the comforts of home. The river deck and mountain deck will be furnished with furniture (not pictured yet), and a grill on the mountain deck. You can fish nearly 300 feet of the river along the property bank. In the summer months you will see lots of rafters, kayaks, and drift boats going by. The house is located on the main road to Wilbur Dam, and is 3 miles downstream from the dam, and not in a floodplain. The back yard has a large chainlink fence for your pets containment and safety, with direct access from the french doors off of the mountain deck.

From the front of the house all you see is the beautiful river flowing by, from the sides of the house and back all you see is the beautiful Holston Mountain Range. The house has brand new appliances, furniture, mattresses, etc. Incredible entertainment package with Direct TV and a 75" Ultra 4K Samsung in the den and a 65" Samsung Ultra 4k in the primary bedroom. Bose wave radio. Front load washer and dryer for long stays. The front porch will have rocking chairs. More pictures to come. Book now for your next getaway in a spectacular setting. Mountains and river in all directions, yet only 10 minutes to town.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3341405vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Elizabethton

Located in Elizabethton, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sycamore Shoals State Park and Watauga River, while The Bonnie Kate and Backyard Terror's Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights. Lakeshore Marina and Johnson City Family Skatecenter are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Elizabethton, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Watauga Lake - 18 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 25 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 57 min drive - 70.5 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 61 min drive - 70.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

As of 30 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River on 25 August 2026 start from NZ$1,047, 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 Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Watauga River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus and Slough Island. Brumit Island is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this beautiful home. It had everything we needed, and the beds were very comfortable. The view out back couldn’t be beat, and the river was a ton of fun. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River House is in a great area. About a 20 minute drive to Bristol motor Speedway. Very spacious and comfortable. Large fenced in back yard is great for bringing along your favorite 4 legged friend. Proximity to the river is fantastic. It felt like being at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jalisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place for a guys fishing trip! Literally. 20 steps out of the front door to the river’s edge. Clear water, rainbow trout and life is good! The house was clean. Comfortable couches, lots of television options, plenty of room, nice fenced yard for the pup, great views, easy to find. Host responded to all correspondence in a timely fashion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The river is breathtaking & the house has everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent view and great river access. Superb home. Will plan to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susanbarclay123

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such an amazing stay that we enjoyed with our friends. The house has absolutely everything you could possibly need or want. I was very impressed.The communication from Mike was outstanding. He made sure that there was nothing missing in our trip and experience.We are so grateful for Mike’s hospitality and the beautiful home we stayed inMy son on the very last day, which was early morning, was able to finally catch a brown trout. It just made our trip even more memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Host was quick to respond and answer questions. The house was clean, cool, and comfortable when we arrived. We loved the patriotic decor. The view of the river at sunset was AMAZING! Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the rocking chairs on the front porch. We’d recommend this home to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and exactly as it was described. The fenced in yard for our dog was wonderful. Bring fishing poles and go see the dams.Actually met the owner of the home one afternoon, had good conversations about the area.My home is a two story, it was so nice to have everything on one level.Would go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and great house and great location. Highly recommended. Thank you Mike for making our stay great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great vacation. Close to hiking, fishing, and rafting/tubing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tammi d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, very well equipped, great fishing and a safe area for my dog.Beds and furniture was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Had a fantastic time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short stay

Great place to unwind and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super attractive, spacious, and well maintained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and awesome owner! Really fit all of our needs perfectly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property right on the river. Owner was very friendly and helpful. Property was well stocked with all the essentials. Beautiful views from both decks!
Great fishin!
River in front of property
Mountain view from back deck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan N.

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

Great place

Not only was the house amazing, but communication with the owner was amazing as well. We would definitely stay again if we are ever around the Johnson City area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Relaxing

Great Stay, very relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! We were here for my daughter's wedding and it was the perfect location. Mike was a very nice and responsive host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mykel G.

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

Perfect stay

We loved our stay. The owner was very helpful and the house and location were fantastic. Definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a getaway weekend that included a concert at Hard Rock Casino. This home was perfect to accommodate 4 adults and 2 dogs, it was an easy commute to the casino, and a grocery store a few minutes down the road. This home is well kept and very clean. We had a very peaceful and relaxing trip to include some fishing along the the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
Other host beware. These people brought two dogs but didn’t pay the pet fee or even offer to, after confronted. Deceptive people. I would not rent to her again. Pet fee is my number one house rule and they completely ignored it. She even brags in her review that they brought not ONE but TWO dogs!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Weekend Trip

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It is nicely remodeled and has great river frontage. Hope we get to return soon for another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

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

Relaxing river retreat

Awesome rental. Very clean. Wonderful front porch views of the river. Owner was incredible. Made sure to check in on us while we were there. Fully intend to stay again when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Relaxing

This home is beautiful with breathtaking views of the mountains from the back deck. The host is very nice and easy to talk to. The check in and out was so easy I highly recommend.
From back porch
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Awesome trip to TN

Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike Mead

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Avid outdoorsman. Semi retired electrical/software engineer, traveled all over the world and settled on beautiful East Tennessee for retirement.

Why they chose this property

This property is one of the prettiest on the river with river and mountain views yet close to town.

What makes this property unique

Private boat ramp, private river dock

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