With a stay at this cabin in Butler, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Watauga Lake and a 4-minute drive from Watauga River. .This ski cabin is 23.7 mi (38.2 km) from Beech Mountain Resort and 25.4 mi (40.9 km) from Pisgah National Forest.
Bristol Motor Speedway - 42 min drive - 37.8 miles
Sugar Mountain Resort - 50 min drive - 41.0 miles
Grandfather Mountain - 59 min drive - 48.7 miles
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Butler Trading Post - 7 min drive
JJ's Cafe - 6 min drive
Pleasent's Country Store - 11 min drive
Chat's - 7 min drive
Cricket's Corner - 7 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.
CABIN AT THE COVE at Watauga Lake!
Enjoy a peaceful retreat in this tiny modern lake cabin located within a marina community. Take in a view of the mountains from the large front porch. The marina and Watauga Lake access are just a short distance from your front door. Enjoy boating, water skiing, kayaking, hiking the Appalachian trail and nearby snow skiing. You can relax in the hammock or take a nap on the bed swing. At night gather around the campfire and gaze at the stars. Experience the peacefulness for yourself.
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 is available to keep you connected.
After a day on the slopes, enjoy recreational amenities, which include ski-in/ski-out access.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Ski-in/ski-out access
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Ski-in/ski-out access
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
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
CABIN AT THE COVE at Watauga Lake! Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This cabin was just what the doctor ordered for us. Very peaceful and so much detail! Very cute and clean. The host(s) really made sure to make us feel comfortable with all the extra added touches. We definitely will add this sweet cabin to our favorites
Cabin was nice , the ac was ice cold . Lake was a short walk. Swimming beach is 10 minutes down the road. My wife and daughter misplaced some swimsuits, the owner messaged me and made them available for me, I would definitely recommend.
There were a couple of issues. The master bed needs a new mattress, a bit uncomfortable. There was no room to park a boat
Dotty M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa S.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Lovely screened in porch
We enjoyed the beautiful, well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed and living room. Our favorite part was the wonderful screened in porch with bed swing and chairs to relax. The outside picnic table and fire pit area looked nice, but we were unable to enjoy it because of the rain. It would be helpful to know that the marina is on a highway that has been washed out by the recent Hurricane Helene and has a road closed sign. You can go around it and the road is accessible to the marina. There's also a fisherman's cabin nearby that was damaged by a tree that makes the dirt road to the cabin narrower. Also, be prepared for possible loud partying from boats and neighbors in the area.
Lisa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Anthony C.
Nov 5, 2025
Anthony C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Will
Dec 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication