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Charming Lakeside Cottage
Nestled between farmland and the mountains, you’ll find a cottage where sunsets are painted in the sky and reflected on the water of beautiful Boone Lake. Whether you want to catch deer grazing in the yard while you drink your coffee, soak up the sun, or sleep late and catch the sunset from the porch, there’s something for everyone to enjoy from this beautiful property. Centrally located between Bristol (Casino and State Street), Johnson City (ETSU), and Kingsport (Eastman and Bay’s Mountain).

Upscale creekside cabin 15 min to Boone
Greystone Cabin on Cove Creek is an all-new luxury mountain cabin featuring a babbling creek and 6 person hot tub with stunning views of the surrounding mountains! 15 min from the shops & dining of downtown Boone, this rustic-chic Cabin offers 5 star comfort and relaxation inside & out! Ski in the winter, fish 3 types of trout, tubing & soak in our creek, swing over the creek and relax by the fire pit. Enjoy all the peaceful bliss watching the cows and horses graze our “Mini Ireland” property!

Cozy Cottage w/a Pond Nestled in the Mountains
Beautiful, panoramic view of the mountains all year round! Gram's Place allows for a serene sanctuary after a day of adventure! Meticulously cared for, Gram’s green thumb offers very unique landscaping! No need to leave the property to enjoy fishing, picnic spots or a campfire! Located between Roan Mtn State Park and skiing on Beech and Sugar Mtn. Bristol Motor Speedway, Grandfather Mtn, Elk River and Linville Falls, Watauga Lake, Mtn Glen Golf Course, and the Appalachian Trail are all nearby!

Our mountain sanctuary
Come relax and play in the great outdoors. Our area is abundant with lakes, rivers, waterfalls and hiking (the Appalachian trail is just a mile away). Our rustic cabin is built from 1875 hand hewn logs and is located on Spivey Creek in Unicoi County Tennessee. The towns of Erwin TN and Burnsville NC are just down the mountain for shopping convenience. For the arts, entertainment and airport convenience Asheville NC and Johnson City TN are less than an hour away. Come stay in our lovely cabin.

Historic Farmhouse with Donkeys on Creeper Trail
Welcome to the historic Abingdon Donkey Lodge, a farm stay on the Creeper Trail. We're waterfront too, and have sweet, fuzzy donkeys to pet. Your stay includes the upstairs of our beautiful home: 2 huge bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dining area, and a balcony. (Your hosts live downstairs, so we share an entrance.) No kitchen or laundry access. We host up to 2 guests ages 12 and over. No pets, please. Two parking spaces. Please read all details before booking. Cats may visit you. NO CLEANING FEE.

REELaxed on Watauga River, Fishing, Family Fun!
Welcome to REELaxed on Watauga River 🎣 Walk straight out your back door and fish anytime—no driving, no crowds. With over 1200 feet of private river frontage, nestled in the city of Elizabethton, this is one of the most unique locations. Recently renovated and designed for comfort, our home gives you the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Whether you’re casting a line, enjoying the fire pit, or just taking in the river views, you’ll feel completely REELaxed from the moment you arrive.

The Trout House
Spacious, river-front home right on Watauga River! Large private pier right on the water with space to fish or put in your own kayak. Open kitchen/living room floor plan. Comfortably sleeps 8 with 2 bedrooms with queen beds, a couch- bed in the living room, and twin bunk beds in the bonus room. 65-in Roku TV in main living space with 2 additional smart TVs in bedrooms. Free parking in front of and behind the house. Perfect for a family vacation, guys' fishing weekend, or romantic getaway!

Moss Creek Waterfront Cabin Boone Perfect Location
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...CREEKSIDE RELAXATION! One mile to Hound Ears Golf Club! Moss Creek cabin sits next to a gently flowing creek. Enjoy your early mornings or late evenings next to the fire overlooking the water. A peaceful getaway that is incredibly convenient to the top High Country attractions. Only 5 miles to Blowing Rock, 8 miles to Boone, and 12 miles to Banner Elk. Moss Creek is the perfect location for shopping, dining, skiing, biking, hiking & beautiful family parks.

Lake House with Hot Tub, Near Everything!
This serene lake front retreat has everything needed for any occasion. Whether its sitting on the dock to enjoy the tranquil scenery or taking a dip in the lake or hot tub, your choice of relaxation is covered. The kitchen is stocked and grill available, should you want to enjoy lake-side dining. No matter your style of get-away, the house has it covered. Conveniently located near I26 and the airport, you're minutes away from dining, shopping, hiking, skiing, racing, boating and more!

Bristol, TN on South Holston River. Dog Friendly!
A secluded, pet-friendly chalet on the South Holston River, close to local amenities and just 12 miles from Bristol Motor Speedway and 9 miles to downtown Bristol. With over 700 feet of river frontage, it’s a great spot for fishing and water fun, plus it's near South Holston Lake. Enjoy the Birthplace of Country Music, NASCAR, and Rhythm and Roots Reunion, with easy day trips to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Asheville. The chalet is a paradise for nature lovers!!!

Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN
Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly water front river cottage (Approximately 1,700sf)! Bring your fishing pole and relax! We have Kayaks and life jackets available upon request at no charge (life jackets required!). Enjoy some time on the hammocks by the river or step into the hot tub on the deck over looking the river. Please note we do have a video camera overlooking the driveway as well as overlooking the stairway and river bank below the river cottage.

Remote mountain cabin near Elk River Falls
Enjoy our cozy cabin with hiking, fishing, and relaxing in rural North Carolina. The Appalachian Trail just 2 miles away. Elk River Falls is an easy hike. A full kitchen invites you to cook. Roast s'mores on the fire pit. Dine on the porch or enjoy the patter of rain on the roof, or snow in the winter. Play movies on the blue ray/DVD. Free electric vehicle charging. Cabin is four miles from Elk Park (pop. 800), a truly remote getaway. Privacy and intimacy guaranteed!
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When Pigs Fly Farm

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Easy Living

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Charismatic Condo in the Cove

A Charming and Comfy Condo in Johnson City

Ski-in/out 2BR with amazing view overlooking lifts

Cute, Comfy, and Clean Condo On Boone Lake
When is the best time to visit Bristol?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ746 | ﺩ.ﺇ735 | ﺩ.ﺇ665 | ﺩ.ﺇ720 | ﺩ.ﺇ698 | ﺩ.ﺇ723 | ﺩ.ﺇ764 | ﺩ.ﺇ753 | ﺩ.ﺇ731 | ﺩ.ﺇ731 | ﺩ.ﺇ775 | ﺩ.ﺇ775 |
| Avg. temp | 2°C | 4°C | 9°C | 14°C | 18°C | 22°C | 24°C | 24°C | 20°C | 14°C | 8°C | 4°C |
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4.9 Average rating
Bristol stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Grandfather Mountain
- Hungry Mother State Park
- Land of Oz
- Elk River Club
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Banner Elk Winery
- Linville Land Harbor
- Wolf Laurel Country Club
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
- Appalachian State University
- Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- East Tennessee State University
- Virginia Creeper Trail
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