With a stay at this cabin in Elizabethton, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Watauga River and a 2-minute drive from Carter Mansion. .This cabin is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Bristol Motor Speedway and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from David McQueen Riverside Park.
David McQueen Riverside Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Papa John's Pizza - 3 min drive
J's Corner - 3 min drive
Southern Restaurant - 3 min drive
Hardee's - 3 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.
Relaxing waterfront studio on the Watuaga river!
Our relaxing Waterfront cabin is located on Watauga River minutes from Johnson City, Bristol Motor Speedway, and the Casino. This fishing themed cabin is a spacious studio with a kitchenette, 70’ smart tv, a queen size bed, and a beautiful front porch. Enjoy fishing and hiking among other activities in the area!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which has a kitchenette. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchenette
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Bicycles
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
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
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Relaxing waterfront studio on the Watuaga river! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 53 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
K M.
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This place was so beautiful… from the front deck any way… there is a faint dog smell that you will need to cover if you are not a dog person and you will probably need to bring an auxiliary lamp to have by the bed. The only lighting available is overhead lighting.
K M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barbara G.
Oct 26, 2025
Barbara G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C.
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I loved being near the water. This place was very relaxing and very close to town if you needed to order food or go grab things from pretty much any store. I would definitely come back here!
Wendy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
John D.
Oct 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice place, clean close to town. The river was low so no fishing
John D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diana B.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was very clean and cozy with a nice porch to enjoy watching the river.
Diana B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole P.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Keith is an excellent host! He is so kind and generous! He has beautiful cabins on the lake! The people of Elizabethton are a great model for Tennessee hospitality! Please check out Keith’s cabins! I will definitely be back!
Nicole P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristen H.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful riverside cottage
The cottage was peaceful and a perfect place to send my parents to relax. The check in process was a bit odd, the cottages are not clearly marked, they had to guess which cabin was theirs and try their code. Otherwise, this place was perfect. Cozy, clean, and the hosts were quick in response and great hosts!
Kristen H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kuntrykutie91
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Best 4th of July get away
My husband and I stayed for 2 nights for a kid free get away. We loved the little cabin, it was clean and cozy. The river and fire pit was so relaxing and going to Blue Hole and Js Corner was great too! Thank you for a wonderful stay and we qouod definitely love to come back agian soon!
Kuntrykutie91
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chad R.
Jul 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
Great location next to the river, cabin was very clean with a great interior. I would stay here again.
Chad R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely fishing cabin!!
I will admit we were a little nervous about a few eyesores driving to the cabin. If you can avoid looking at the storage aheds and don't open your eyes until you're on the back deck of the cabin, you'll feel like you have found a romantuc getaway perfect for your husband and the pooch. Perfectlu lovely!
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tina W.
Jun 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tina W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John D.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
John D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nellie G.
May 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely relaxing
My husband is disabled and we don't get to get out much this little cabin was just what we needed we sat outside on the porch early morning watching the dark turn into light the sound of the water trees whistling in the wind the Canadian geese were beautiful cabin was so clean and nicely kept and the host was prompt with everything we needed I definitely found our favorite place thanks for making our 29th anniversary a memorable trip
Nellie G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Kim H.
May 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable stay
The cabin is cute and comfortable, very clean. A few minor issues. Had to go to the store for Kcup coffee since the coffee pot is a Keurig (would be helpful to note this in the description or provide the fillable Kcup). Limited counter space for preparing meals, etc. The Wautuga river is very fast moving, would not want to stay there with small children. The river is beautiful and we enjoyed sitting by the fire next to the river. The location is in town, in a so so neighborhood. For mountain views, you just need to drive around. Found some beautiful spots around Wautuga Lake and farther up river. The check in process could use some improvement. Cell service is spotty and the cabin number was not given until I after I messaged the host. By the time I got a response, we had gone to each cabin and tested the code until we found which one it opened. Should maybe give that info to your guests more in advance since the service by the cabins is not great.
Kim H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ann H.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend stay
Highlights from the porch: great blue heron, beaver swimming upstream with branch, geese with six goslings visiting every morning. Truly beautiful. I enjoyed my stay. I was out and about during the day. The location is very convenient and it was easy to get to Johnson City and Blountville to visit family. The cabin is well equipped, clean, and has a comfortable bed. As a senior, I appreciated that there is a ramp up to the deck and entry. My son and his wife enjoyed finishing our evening with campfire on the riverbank. I would love to stay again on my next visit to the area.
Ann H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
G.R. M.
Apr 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the river
Nice place, well decorated and right on the river. However the location was behind a storage rental building more on an industrial side of town
G.R. M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie W.
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Loved the river view,fishing and the cleanliness of our cabin. On the water and only 2 minutes from town….
Melanie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Melissa C.
Apr 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quite Stay
The cabin was clean, and cute. The rivercwas rightvthere overlooking from the porch. It was a little tricky where the cabin was, but well worth it.
Melissa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
janet c.
Apr 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway
Nice, clean cabin right on the river. Enjoyed cocktails on the deck and watched the geese fly by!
janet c.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane C.
Mar 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax!
Loved watching ducks, geese and fishermen in boats!
Jane C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diane H.
Feb 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
M2nd stay there. Very nice, clean and setting.
Diane H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
john f.
Dec 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Foster Getaway !!
Deb and I have Entertained and Vacationed, Cruised, All Inclusives for Decades. We needed a Tiny Spot to Ourselves :) This Spot Was FINE !!!
john f.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara J G.
Dec 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
As posted
Just perfect for 2. Our 2nd stay as we have family near by. Each morning Canadian geese took their morning swim, counted nearly 60 one morning. Minutes to dining and shopping. 15 to 30 minutes to numerous outdoor activities.
Barbara J G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gayle R., Savannah
Dec 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Husband Birthday
Its a beautiful little cabin. We enjoyed the river right at the edge of the porch. The owner brought us alot of firewood.