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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).

Cute, Comfy, and Clean Condo On Boone Lake
This cozy condo is the perfect place to experience the beauty of the Appalachian Highlands region. This unit has 2 bedrooms, each with their own bath, it has been completely updated with flat screen tv's, high end mattresses, and new furniture. Prepare meals in the fully stocked kitchen. The first bedroom features its own full bath, and a queen size bed with an adjustable base. The second bedroom also has a full bathroom, ceiling fan, and flat screen tv, King memory foam mattress

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.

The Hideaway Cabin on the Lake
This adorable 3 br/2 bath cabin is the definition of serenity, but is only minutes from Johnson City, Bristol Motor Speedway, Rhythm and Roots festival, Blue Plum Festival, Fun Fest and the rest of the Tri Cities. There are 2 bedrooms with a queen bed , a full bath, kitchen/dining and living room on the main level, master br is upstairs . NO ANIMALS of any kind are allowed. The property is allergy free due to owner's family being highly allergic to animal hair, dander, feathers and the like.

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.

Lake front paradise w/king bed
Welcome to our 2 levels Lakefront Paradise on deep water Ft. Henry Lake! We have breathtaking 180-degree lake and mountain views from each room and an 18’x28’ private boat dock. Spacious bedroom has a king bed, private bath/shower combination and all of the essential toiletries for our guests. Living area has a separate office that also faces the lake, flat screen TV and sofa/couch seating. Coffee bar has a Keurig coffee brewer, compact fridge and microwave (no full kitchen).

DIRECT STREAM FRONT Mountain Tiny Home
With a farmhouse vibe & direct stream front... "Penny Lane" tiny cabin will surely not disappoint. We are 30 miles from Asheville,NC and also Johnson City,TN for endless nightlife,restaurants & breweries. Catering to the outdoor enthusiasts with amazing hiking,white waterafting/tubing,ziplining, waterfalls, rivers, fishing and snow skiing/tubing practically at your doorstep. OR just stay back,relax with your favorite beverage and tunes on your deck or by a bonfire.

Authentic Mountain Getaway on Roaring Creek!
Great mountain getaway on Roaring Creek in North Carolina. Appalachian Trail access just two miles down the road. Only 30 minutes to skiing in the winter. Many hiking trails, waterfalls, mountain towns in close proximity. The natural beauty of the property and surrounding area are amazing. If you value serenity, solitude, and the entertainment provided by the environment itself, you'll find it here. Don’t expect modern. It’s a 100-year-old farmhouse.

Chapel Cove Lake Condo
Beautifully renovated condo with direct lake access and large dock. Conveniently located in North Johnson City, you are only minutes to the center of town and also I-26. This condo offers free parking directly in front of the condo. With two bedrooms, each with it's own en-suite bath it is perfect for travel medical staff to share or friends and family! And don't leave your best friend behind...we are pet friendly for up to 2 pets!

Covered Bridge River Cottage
This River Cottage is about 15 minutes from the Bristol Motor Speedway. It will sleep up to 7 individuals. There is access to hiking, fishing (out you back door), antique shopping within minutes. The downtown of Elizabethton is a 5 minute walk. The Covered Bridge is the structure shown. For those who have no prior reviews on Airbnb, we may require the completion of our standard rental questionnaire, especially for longer stays.
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Charismatic Condo in the Cove

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Chapel Cove Lake Condo

Cute, Comfy, and Clean Condo On Boone Lake
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ639 | ﺩ.ﺇ635 | ﺩ.ﺇ808 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ687 | ﺩ.ﺇ808 | ﺩ.ﺇ738 | ﺩ.ﺇ735 | ﺩ.ﺇ757 | ﺩ.ﺇ701 | ﺩ.ﺇ808 | ﺩ.ﺇ661 |
| 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
Johnson City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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