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Bufflehead | Cabin on the South Holston River

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A wooden deck with a grill and chairs, overlooking a forested valley.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a cushioned armchair, a smaller chair, a lamp, and a view of trees through a window.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden staircase, leather armchair, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin with a balcony and large windows, surrounded by trees.
A wooden cabin interior with a staircase, a fireplace, and a bed.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Bristol, TN
  • Place, Bristol Caverns
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, South Holston Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paramount Center for the Arts
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bristol

Located in Bristol, this cabin is within a 10-minute drive of Bristol Caverns and South Holston Lake. .This cabin is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Bristol Motor Speedway and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Bristol Municipal Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Bristol Caverns - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • South Holston Lake - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Paramount Center for the Arts - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Birthplace of Country Music Museum - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Viking Hall Civic Center - 12 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pal's Sudden Service - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Belmont Package Co - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bufflehead | Cabin on the South Holston River

**Rates $240-$320 per night**  Perched above the riverbank with sweeping views of the South Holston River and surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains, Bufflehead Cabin offers a tranquil escape with an elevated perspective. This modern two-bedroom, two-bath cabin features thoughtful design and unmatched scenery. (Max 4 guests)

Entry Level: Master bedroom includes a Queen-size bed with a private bathroom. 2nd bedroom includes a Queen-size bed and a twin XL Murphy bed.   2nd full bathroom is in common area with stackable washer & dryer. Loft / sitting area includes another twin XL Murphy bed. 

Downstairs includes a well appointed kitchen, dining and living areas.  Enjoy cool mornings or golden-hour evenings by the outdoor fireplace on the covered deck—an ideal spot to watch rising trout or drifting mist over the water. Inside, guests can relax with a Smart TV and complimentary Hulu + Live TV.

Due to its hillside location, Bufflehead may not be suitable for young children or those with limited mobility.

Looking for more space? Book Bufflehead and Osprey Cabins together and receive $100 off per night—with both cabins side-by-side and overlooking the South Holston River. To reserve this offer, call us directly at 423-573-3999.

Bufflehead is a perfect choice for guests seeking scenic serenity and upscale comfort in cabins on the South Holston River.

Have questions about your stay? Contact us here and we’ll be glad to help.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Bufflehead (New Cabin!)
Bufflehead At Tailwaters
New Cabin on the South Holston River
Bufflehead at Tailwaters Lodge Bristol
Bufflehead at Tailwaters Lodge Private vacation home
Bufflehead at Tailwaters Lodge Private vacation home Bristol
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Bufflehead | Cabin on the South Holston River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful stay

Nice little place in the woods with a short walk down to the river and still close to the main hwy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Trip

Great place to stay. Owners are very nice. Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was everything we hoped for! Location, views and relaxation. The property was clean and had everything we needed! Thanks again Paula and Bruce
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property!

fantastic property, really nicely appointed, wonderful location right on the river. We were there to fish and it has great access to the river which is wadeable when not generating and there are other streams in the area. lots of fun restaurants in Bristol which isn't far at all. owner's were very nice and very helpful in our planning. looking forward to going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here specifically because my son loves fishing. The river was easily accessible and felt very private and peaceful, even though there were others fishing nearby. The cabin was charming and very clean. I absolutely love that the cabin was stocked with condiments and laundry detergent and more than one roll of toilet paper. Usually when we rent with VRBO, we end up spending money on things like toilet paper, paper towels, and condiments for our stay, and we didn’t have to do that this time. There were a lot of little thoughtful touches like this that we really appreciated. The owners were SO nice. Shortly after we settled in, my husband got stung by a wasp and we found a wasp’s nest. I messaged the owners to see if they had any wasp spray and they were there in less than 5 minutes taking care of the wasp nest, and they had Benadryl cream for my husband. They were SO apologetic and kind. We weren’t upset about the wasp’s nest, that’s not really something you can control, but I was really impressed with how responsive and quick they were. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay with them again if we return to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Weekend

Paula and Bruce were wonderful hosts. When we arrived it was pouring rain and dark so we had trouble locating the cabin. We called Paula and she stayed on the phone with us while Bruce drove down to personally show us where the cabin was located. He even stayed to make sure we did not need any help. The next day we asked where we could get more firewood and Bruce promptly refilled the firewood for us. The cabin has everything you could possibly need and more. We really enjoyed the outdoor fireplace and grill. This will definitely be a location we would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021