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River Rock Retreat Lake Views and Dock
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9241.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Butler, TN
- Watauga Lake3 min walk
- Beech Mountain Resort
- Watauga Lake Winery38 min drive
- Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)70 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
1st Floor Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2nd Floor Bedroom
1 King Bed
2nd Floor Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
3rd Floor Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Family Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st Floor Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Floor Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
2nd Floor Powder Room
Toilet
3rd Floor Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
River Rock Retreat Lake Views and Dock
Hurricane Helaine Update: Our home is fully back up and running, and businesses in the area are open and ready to welcome you. Watauga Lake Vacations offers the perfect getaway for relaxation and adventure, and we’d love to have you come stay with us and experience the charm of our community once again!
Enjoy stunning Watauga Lake views from this beautiful home nestled in a quiet neighborhood. This retreat offers kayak, paddleboard, and shared dock access in a serene cove. Relax on the deck as you rock your worries away, or unwind on the porch swing by the fire pit. Take in the sunset, float around the peaceful cove, or bring a boat (or rent one from a nearby marina) and explore over 180 miles of shoreline. Hosted by Christie & Donaven at Watauga Lake Vacations, River Rock Retreat is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and make lasting memories.
Inside the home:
- First floor: Features a queen bed ensuite with a full bath, a kitchenette, and a separate entrance.
- Main floor: Includes a spacious living room with a wood-burning river rock fireplace, an open dining area with a fabulous kitchen, and a massive bedroom with a king bed and seating. There's also a full bath with a shower and jacuzzi tub, as well as a half bath and a laundry room with a washer/dryer.
- Third floor: Offers more spectacular lake views, another bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite full bath, and a second living room/den with ample seating and a play nook for kids. Multiple Roku TVs are available throughout the home for all your streaming needs.
Outdoor living:
- Main floor deck: A large area with a gas grill and a dining table with seating for six and an umbrella, perfect for dining, entertaining, or just relaxing. Nearby, enjoy rocking chairs with views of the lake.
- Lower porch: An outdoor living room with a gas fire pit and porch swing. Cornhole boards are available for yard games, or you can play under the covered porch.
- Dock: A kayak and paddleboard are provided, with life jackets available. Enjoy the quiet cove or venture out to the main channel. Fish, sunbathe, swim, or simply unwind. Water sports equipment rentals are available upon request, including water skis, a 3-person tube, kneeboard, tow ropes, and additional paddleboards. The Little Milligan boat ramp is just three minutes away, and there is space at the dock to moor a boat during your stay.
Year-round enjoyment:
- A gas fireplace on the porch and a wood-burning fireplace inside during the winter.
- After sunset, outdoor lighting allows for continued fun with cornhole or relaxing with games and entertainment.
Explore the area:
- Boone, NC, is just 39 minutes away, and Johnson City, TN, is 38 minutes away, both offering a variety of activities.
- Elizabethton is a short 23-minute drive for dining, shopping, and ice cream
- The Appalachian Trail is just 14 minutes away, along with Roan Mountain State Park, Sugar Hollow Retreat, golf courses, a winery, and nearby snow skiing, tubing, and snowboarding options.
- A comprehensive list of local recommendations for activities, food, and drink are provided.
Enjoy stunning Watauga Lake views from this beautiful home nestled in a quiet neighborhood. This retreat offers kayak, paddleboard, and shared dock access in a serene cove. Relax on the deck as you rock your worries away, or unwind on the porch swing by the fire pit. Take in the sunset, float around the peaceful cove, or bring a boat (or rent one from a nearby marina) and explore over 180 miles of shoreline. Hosted by Christie & Donaven at Watauga Lake Vacations, River Rock Retreat is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and make lasting memories.
Inside the home:
- First floor: Features a queen bed ensuite with a full bath, a kitchenette, and a separate entrance.
- Main floor: Includes a spacious living room with a wood-burning river rock fireplace, an open dining area with a fabulous kitchen, and a massive bedroom with a king bed and seating. There's also a full bath with a shower and jacuzzi tub, as well as a half bath and a laundry room with a washer/dryer.
- Third floor: Offers more spectacular lake views, another bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite full bath, and a second living room/den with ample seating and a play nook for kids. Multiple Roku TVs are available throughout the home for all your streaming needs.
Outdoor living:
- Main floor deck: A large area with a gas grill and a dining table with seating for six and an umbrella, perfect for dining, entertaining, or just relaxing. Nearby, enjoy rocking chairs with views of the lake.
- Lower porch: An outdoor living room with a gas fire pit and porch swing. Cornhole boards are available for yard games, or you can play under the covered porch.
- Dock: A kayak and paddleboard are provided, with life jackets available. Enjoy the quiet cove or venture out to the main channel. Fish, sunbathe, swim, or simply unwind. Water sports equipment rentals are available upon request, including water skis, a 3-person tube, kneeboard, tow ropes, and additional paddleboards. The Little Milligan boat ramp is just three minutes away, and there is space at the dock to moor a boat during your stay.
Year-round enjoyment:
- A gas fireplace on the porch and a wood-burning fireplace inside during the winter.
- After sunset, outdoor lighting allows for continued fun with cornhole or relaxing with games and entertainment.
Explore the area:
- Boone, NC, is just 39 minutes away, and Johnson City, TN, is 38 minutes away, both offering a variety of activities.
- Elizabethton is a short 23-minute drive for dining, shopping, and ice cream
- The Appalachian Trail is just 14 minutes away, along with Roan Mountain State Park, Sugar Hollow Retreat, golf courses, a winery, and nearby snow skiing, tubing, and snowboarding options.
- A comprehensive list of local recommendations for activities, food, and drink are provided.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Butler
Located in Butler, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Butler, TN
What's nearby
- Watauga Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Watauga Lake Winery - 38 min drive - 35.2 km
- East Tennessee State University - 48 min drive - 50.1 km
- Bristol Motor Speedway - 54 min drive - 61.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Butler Trading Post - 10 min drive
- The Captains Table - 12 min drive
- JJ's Cafe - 9 min drive
- Maddy Moes Pizza - 10 min drive
- Ha & Jj's Store Deli & Produce - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Christie & Donaven
River Rock Retreat is proudly hosted by Watauga Lake Vacations, run by a three-member team: Christie and Donaven Braun, and John Malo. We’re all local residents who love calling the Watauga Lake area home, and we’re excited to share it with you. Christie and Donaven are both Realtors who know the region inside and out—and when we’re not working, you’ll often find us on the lake, hiking trails, riding bikes, or relaxing by a campfire. John, a 26-year U.S. Army combat veteran, brings unmatched reliability, hands-on skills, and a deep love for the outdoors. In his free time, he’s usually out fishing, tackling projects, or exploring Jeep trails. From the moment you book, we take a hands-on, personalized approach to ensure your stay is smooth, welcoming, and unforgettable—so you can relax, unplug, and fully enjoy your time at the lake.
Why they chose this property
River Rock Retreat is hosted by Watauga Lake Vacations and has great lake views and boasts a new dock just a couple minutes walk down the road that is shared with a neighbor. The large decks overlooking the mountain and lake views. Unlike many vacation homes on Watauga Lake, this isn't a community dock access area, it is a private dock that is shared with only one neighbor from the quiet neighborhood. Another great benefit of this property is the large driveway with ample parking for 4 vehicles. There are no steep drop offs or narrow gravel roads to navigate, and guests won't need a 4-wheel drive or SUV for access. Any vehicle can easily access the property, helping to make this a prime, low stress destination. The best way to get around the lake is with a pontoon. If you're in a hurry, we recommend you bring jet skis. If you're driving instead, leave some extra time as the roads follow the lake making for a scenic ride. Bear in mind, the locals are not in a hurry. Boone, NC is 39 minutes away; Johnson City, TN is just 38 minutes, and both are abundant with activities. Elizabethton is just a short 23 minute drive for quick dining, shopping, ice cream etc. In addition to all of the lake activities, guests can also enjoy the Appalachian Trail with a trail head just 14 minutes away, Roan Mountain State Park, Sugar Hollow Retreat, a winery, and lots of snow skiing, tubing, and snowboarding options nearby. We provide guests with many local recommendations for activities, food and drink.
What makes this property unique
Watauga Lake home with shared dock in quiet cove, kayak, paddleboard, and fire pit. Enjoy the water view from the porch and rock your worries away. Watch the sun set over the forest, float your way around the quiet cove, or venture out to explore over 180 miles of shoreline.
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