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Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Cedar Cabin
Side Porch
Back Porch
Back Porch River View
Grilling Area. Flat griddle, gas grill & electric smoker.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Johnson City, TN
  • Place, East Tennessee State University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Johnson City Mall
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Freedom Hall Civic Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin

The property featured is a newly built 3,000 sq. ft. "upscale rustic" lodge. The lodge is located at the headwaters of the trophy trout section on the beautiful Watauga River. The lodge was built using mostly reclaimed wood from local tobacco barns. From the barn wood kitchen cabinets, to the tobacco flooring and siding, this lodge is truly unique. Even though the lodge was completed in 2015, it looks as though it has been there for a hundred years. From using a whiskey barrel to hold a faucet to rusty metal ceilings, this lodge is truly one of a kind. The lodge is equipped with all modern appliances and a fully equipped kitchen. Hand made barn wood cabinets and granite counter tops makes this kitchen an inviting place to cook and enjoy family time.

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 stone wood burning fireplace, an outdoor kitchen area, and teak furniture & rocking chairs – 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 lodge is fully equipped with linens and all household items. All you need to bring is personal items and food.

We have been planning this lodge for a long time & we hope you will enjoy it as much we do! We look forward to meeting you!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 (limit 2 total)
Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only.
Dogs must not be aggressive & on flea control. Limit 2 dogs per cabin. Sorry, no cats.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this cabin is on the waterfront. Johnson City Family Skatecenter and Wallabies are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Elk Crossing and Johnson City Mall. Lakeshore Marina and Washington County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • East Tennessee State University - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Johnson City Mall - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 15 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Johnson City Medical Center - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Winged Deer Park - 21 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪By-Lo Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, 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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 189 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 189 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! Relaxing stay, will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Weekend friends trip

Nice retreat to relax :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan H., Henderson, TN US

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

Great and Relaxing

Beautiful cabin on an awesome piece of property. Plenty of room for our group and we all had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

dan o., Hanover, Va

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

a great place to stay!

The house itself is great. Lots of nice design that fits the environment perfectly. The back deck is super spacious and lots of areas to hang out and relax. Highly recommend this property- thanks for the great digs!- DanO
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Bristol Nascar weekend

We had such a great time in the cabin! It was so nice and spacious, and it came with everything that u can think of to enjoy the weekend! We definitely will be renting the cabin again very soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

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

Beautiful vacation

We had a wonderful time. Property is just as described. We enjoyed the river, hot tub, and views!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Wonderful Cabin!

The cabin was clean and was decorated beautifully. The kitchen had everything you would ever need stocked. It is in a great location. It felt secluded but still close enough to run to town if needed. I'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan N.

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

Nothing short of amazing!

If you have not been here, run…. Hurry! This place is absolutely amazing. Plenty of room for everyone and the owners are very quick and responsive. We are already planning our next trip back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla J., Dansville Mi

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

Amazing

The house is beautiful and the setting is very relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

JACK C.

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

This place is truly amazing.

We could not have been more satisfied with our stay here. Beautiful puts it too mildly. The bank porch is amazing and that view of the river is so relaxing. Every detail is taken with this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eva P.

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

Best time ever!!!

We love the Watauga River Cabins and have stayed many times over the past several years but this was our first time to stay in the Cedar Cabin. Truly an amazing experience with some of the best friends ever. The amenities and decor are awesome. See ya next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danelle K., Lenoir, NC

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

Perfect getaway cabin

We loved the view, water access, and space of the cabin. Super accommodating for our family. We had 8 adults and a 1 year old one night during our stay and everyone was comfortable! My fishermen hired a guide and fished the area's trout waters, and most of us just couldn't bring ourselves to leave the cabin! Thanks for sharing your wonderful space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Fully-Stocked, Tennessee Gem

The river was a glorious backdrop to this clean, fully-stocked retreat with massive covered porch and firewood in abundance. An ideal setup for two couples and four kids (including a mother-in-law suite perfect for teens) with space for more. The owners/managers were extremely welcoming and helpful. If staying the weekend, do yourself a favor by indulging at The Farmer's Daughter restaurant. Overall, a great stay. We left TN with full hearts and full bellies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

dan w.

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

Family vacation

Wonderful family stay at the Cedar Cabin. Definitely more than a cabin. Well equipped and great location. Perfect for 8 adults and 2 children. If you have the whole house (4 BRs) remember the 4th bedroom is not connected to the main house. Not a problem for us and our weather was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

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

Relaxing

This was our second visit to this cabin and we plan to come back again! The whole family from age 12 to 85 loves it. It’s so beautiful and relaxing with plenty of entertainment for young ones. We LOVE LOVE LOVE the large covered porch. We spend most of our time out there cooking, visiting, playing corn hole, sitting by the fire, relaxing in the jacuzzi, and enjoying nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

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

Wedding week!

We have stayed here before, this trip was for our sons TN wedding! It was absolutely perfect! We had plenty of room for everyone, the outdoor space made it so nice to build a fire and enjoy outdoor time with family while social distancing at the same time. It definitely helped make it not feel overly weird during covid.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at WRC!! From the amazing environment of the river to the rustic decor and comfortable accommodations. Always an amazing trip and experience rather the fish are biting or not while we are there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing venue to spend a weekend or a week. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented this cabin for a weekend to relax and attend a family wedding close by. This cabin was amazing. The picture do not even do the beautiful home justice. The detailing in this rental was impeccable inside and out. We walked in smiling and left elated. Ready to book our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Truck show weekend

Great place would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great property!

We have stayed here many times and it is always wonderful. Clean, cool, and always has everything we need. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Spring break

Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

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

Great property

Fisherman's Lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

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

Fly Fishing Trip

amazing place...really cool architecture and very clean. will book it again soon. The owners/managers were very accommodating. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn V.

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

Watauga River

Beautiful cabin! We enjoyed the campfire while watching and listening to the river. No luck fishing tho.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Gary Whidden

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I own a retirement mobile home park and my wife is a retired Biology teacher in Frostproof, Florida.

Why they chose this property

The river property came into my mother’s family in the 1890’s. My great grandfather built the family homestead. In 1901 (pre-dam) a flood came and damaged the home. With mules and logs they moved the 3,000 square foot, 2 story home across the creek and placed it on higher ground. Before the dam was built in the mid 1940’s, the river would sometimes look like a creek, at other times it would rise and come out its 50 foot banks. In the winter, the river would freeze and my great grandparents would cut squares of ice from the river and bury it in their home for later use. Before the bridge, there was a natural shelf that allowed the horse and buggies to cross the river in front of the cabins.

The ground was farmed until I received it in 2003. My mother was raised on the property, until she married my father in 1947 and moved to Florida. We vacationed here every year, so I have always loved this place. I wanted a place of my own but hated the idea of having it sit empty most of the time. I am in the rental business in Florida so I decided to build something that could be rented when we are not able to be here. At that time, there were no buildings on the property so I was able to start from scratch. I really like the character of horse barns and thought, why not build one that could house people. So, in 2004, we built the cabins and it has been a great adventure! This past winter, we completed our retirement cabin. The cabin has three bedrooms, three baths, and an apartment on the lower level.

We hope you choose us for your lodging in East Tennessee. We know you will enjoy it.

- Gary and Patty Whidden

What makes this property unique

Beautiful river and mountain views. Close to major shopping and leisure activities.

Languages:

English

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