Spectacular Fall Foliage! Cozy Cabin on 11 acres w/ Lake & Mtn Views.

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A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, wooden deck, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a dining area, fireplace, and a stone accent wall.
A cabin surrounded by tall trees in a snowy forest.
A cozy cabin-style room with a stone fireplace, a bed with a large window, a dining table with chairs, and a china cabinet.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Bristol, TN
  • Place, South Holston Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bristol Motor Speedway
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, The Pinnacle
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Livingroom

2 Double Sofa Beds

Private Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Bristol

Located in Bristol, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Ida Stone Jones Community Tennis Center and Steele Creek Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Holston Lake and Observation Knob. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bristol Municipal Stadium or Viking Hall Civic Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Bristol, TN

What's nearby

  • South Holston Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Paramount Center for the Arts - 23 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 27 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Bristol Dragway - 29 min drive - 37.2 km
  • The Pinnacle - 30 min drive - 40.0 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shady Valley Country Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sportsmans - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Rowdy Rooster - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Raceway Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
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Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Fall Foliage! Cozy Cabin on 11 acres w/ Lake & Mtn Views. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Spectacular Fall Foliage! Cozy Cabin on 11 acres w/ Lake & Mtn Views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Fall Foliage! Cozy Cabin on 11 acres w/ Lake & Mtn Views.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Fall Foliage! Cozy Cabin on 11 acres w/ Lake & Mtn Views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Fall Foliage! Cozy Cabin on 11 acres w/ Lake & Mtn Views. located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from South Holston Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Observation Knob and Bristol Caverns. Cross Mountain Trailhead and Bristol Municipal Stadium are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described. If you're looking for off the grid, you will find it here. There was not much to view while we were there, but I'm sure the view is much better after the leaves fall. My kids and I wanted for nothing during our stay. Terry provided everything up to and including bug spray. The only thing I missed was a shower. Washing up was a challenge for the first day or so, but we but acclimated quickly, and the bathing situation was fully disclosed. I had no issues contacting Terry and he replied within the same day. I can't thank Terry enough for providing the location for a memorable family vacation. I can see myself possibly returning for a solo getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin!!! Great host! Had an absolute amazing time. Will definitely recommend 4 wheel drive to get up the mountain but its well worth it! Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect and Terry is a very thoughtful host!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host provides excellent written directions to the cabin. Be sure to read them. The GPS link brings you to the bottom of his neighbor's driveway. The host provided excellent communication and was more than willing to help with any question you had.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great off-grid experience!

Very nice cabin in a quiet, secluded location. Great for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

The place was amazing. Wanted to get away and disconnect and we got to do that.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful views

Cozy off grid cabin, top of the mountain views. Rustic and quaint which is exactly what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend it

This place is beautiful we enjoyed very much if your looking for a secluded getaway this place is perfect. Thank you Terry for letting us stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is beautiful! Out in natureike we wanted. Clean, well cared for and not hard to find. Everything worked just fine. We were able to relax and rejuvenate. We highly recommend it. Also, not far from lots of different activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

No surprises, Terry does an excellent job setting the stage and giving you all the details to a perfect off the grid stay. The views are spectacular and you are mins from the top of the ridge. Meanwhile the cabin is super cozy and the tub makes for a great end toYour day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

private piece of paradise

delightful off grid log cabin. as private as it gets. Long, steep driveway at the deadend of a paved road. cozy and comfy
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip!

The property is beautiful and the owner put a lot of effort into creating a cozy cabin atmosphere. We stayed warm and had an amazing time. Would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a small cabin in the woods. The drive way isn’t great for non-4x4 vehicles but it’s totally doable with a little momentum.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2025
So glad y'all enjoyed your stay and left the cabin in such great condition. Thanks, Terry.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just as Described! Awesome

This Cabin is exactly as described, Owner left nothing out. Please read and re-read his description. We had an Amazing time , Loved the seclusion, Sunsets were beautiful! Easy drive to Bristol. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect cabin getaway

Highly recommend staying at Terry’s cabin! It was exactly what my boyfriend and I were looking for. The cabin is beautiful and had everything we needed while still getting to experience the outdoors. It’s a short drive to South Holston Lake and there are plenty of hikes nearby to do as well. I would love to come back in the Fall when the leaves change colors!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
So glad y'all were able to experience our little slice if heaven !! Fall foliage on tge mountain enjoyed from the cabin is pure magic !! Can't wait for your next visit !!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect getaway!

The mountain is so beautiful and removed from the chaos of city life. The drive up the mountain is a bit scary but as long as you follow the notes from Terry, it’s completely manageable for an SUV. I have a Jeep Wrangler and had no issues. It’s perfect for someone who just wants to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rustic and Charming

If looking for peace and solitude, this is the place! A four-wheeled drive vehicle is a must. Once there, you have everything you need. Fixing dinner and dining in front of the fire under soft lamp light was just right. Surrounded by hiking, biking, and fishing opportunities. Easy drive to Bristol and Abingdon. Host was accessible and thought of everything to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is great

We just got back from a trip to Terrys place and it was a wonderful stay. Everything was just as described. Please pay attention to his information on the driveway, we had a front wheel drive car, and had some trouble on the last two hills, using the switchbacks is a must, you won’t make it otherwise.everything he describes is very accurate, including the neighbors dogs barking lol. We had a great time and would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Mountain Get-away

Terry’s cabin nestled above South Lake Holston was exquisite! So much so that we extended our stay TWICE! We spent 7 days cycling and hiking in the area, as well as visiting several breweries and a fabulous winery. The area offers exceptional gravel and road cycling. The cabin itself was gorgeous and secluded yet close enough to grocery stores and restaurants if needed. We loved having dinners on the screened porch while listening to the sounds of the Cherokee Natl Forest. Our AWD Subaru Outback had no issues making it up the driveway. And Terry was an excellent host. We’d love to come back again and again! A’Lissa, Russ & Yuma Clark
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The water pressure was not good. NO air conditioning but they did have fans available.

Beautiful log cabin. However there was almost no water pressure. The grounds could have been weeded to improve the outside. Didn't realize there would be no air conditioning. Plenty of fans though. We had a fun time though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
I'm a bit disappointed that Linda gave a 4 star rating because she failed to read both my listing descriptions and the provided cabin and property guide. It is plainly stated that the cabin is solar operated, air conditioning is not a listed amenity, and a traditional claw foot tub with a shower wand is provided, not a stand-up shower. Guests, please, please, read property listing descriptions closely - all properties are unique that's what makes VRBO so much fun. Thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just as described!

Remote, remote, remote. 4x4 up the drive, no problem. Forget about a motorcycle tho. No AC, but I have never seen so many fans. Terry had expicit instructions how/when to open windows, curtains, etc, for the perfect indoor climate. Remember folks, you are off the grid. True, low water pressure, but ya have running water, indoor plumbing dont ya!? Once we arrived and mosied onto the deck we didnt want to leave for our planned adventures! Tree frogs sang us to sleep. (Super comfy beds BTW). Early morning coffee watching the mountain fog burn off. We had the pleasure of meeting Terry. What a nice man. Thank you so much Mr. T!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Y'all are lovely guests so glad you were able to relax and enjoy the comforts of my mountain retreat!! Hope to host you again- Fall is SPECTACULAR on my mountain!!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Pictures deceiving

Had to use 4x4 to get to property. Old construction material laying around in several spots. Weeds grown up around house. House was 86 degrees inside. Texted property owner ,stated he never said it had ac. Asked what we could do about stay, I can't handle heat at my age. He wouldn't respond. After 2 hrs I called back ,he said nothing he could do go threw VRBO. I told him my wife and I didn't stay and he could rent to someone else. Lost $756
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
All guests are responsible for reading the listing descriptions. Please check review from guest immediately preceeding this review. It's unfortunate that guests feel the host is responsible for their mistakes and faulty expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Authentic Cabin in the Woods Experience

Terry's cabin is a head above other cabins you may have stayed in: it doesn't have the typical, sparse loft layout that is so common, but is much more of a home. Well decorated, clean, and cozy, it was just enough for 5 people, with a few opting to sleep on couches or air mattresses. It definitely is off the grid, but the only time you might notice in a negative way is the hot water, which is more of an art than a science. It wasn't a serious problem, as Terry provides detailed instructions. The location is as described. There are places on the property where you can look off into the woods and see neither man nor the handiwork of man. I was able to meditate with the sunrise each morning on the hilltop, surrounded by nature. The only surprise, though not an unwelcome one (given we ran the cistern dry one night, and Terry was quick to have it refilled it within the hour), is that Terry is down the drive in a camper. This wasn't a problem for our group, but I wouldn't recommend this cabin for noisy revelers. Another note on the drive: the 4WD recommendation is for real; we had to take one vehicle without it due to a breakdown, and while it made it up, it required a little trial and error to get the proper path, even with instructions. A few more miscellaneous things: there was plenty of firewood, there are numerous activities within a short drive (kayaking, hiking, and spelunking) and there are decent restaurants in Bristol proper; if you plan on renting watercraft: we only found one marina that rents, and it only rents Thursday-Sunday. Cootie Brown's does indeed serve "Real Food," [sic] as it indicates on their sign, and The Cave Pizza has some of the better pizza I've had outside of the Northeast. In summary, this property is a subdued retreat with modern comforts and authentic cabin living, close to a small city with enough dining and shopping options for a week or more, and within striking distance of dozens of trails, several caves, and a first-class lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Owen, it's always a pleasure to find guests who truly "get" the spirit and feel of my mountain. Thanks for your really kind comments and please consider coming backnon the Fall - it's breath-taking!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay if you like mountains and quiet. Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin in the Trees.

It was my 57th birthday and my husband took me to Bristol Tennessee as a much needed get away. Loved the fireplace on the screened porch. It was great that our pets (dogs) were allowed. From the location we were 20 minutes from downtown Bristol Tenn/Va., 25 minutes from Abingdon, Va., and 60 minutes from Boone, N.C. We visited all of them. Just a great Vay Cay all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
I couldn't be happier with y'alls stay.. Thanks for your kind words and respect for the property. Y'all were a pleasure to meet.
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