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Chic A-Frame near Boone, Dogs Welcome
Classic 1970 A-Frame 15 min to King Street! Hot tub + Arcade w/60+Games for Retro Vibes. Family traditions start here. - 6 adults MAX, 8 guests with children - 3 floors w/bedroom + bath on EACH LEVEL - Watauga River Valley, water 5 min away, wooded 2 acres - Fire pit, Deck, Gas BBQ Grill, Cornhole - 2 living rooms w/ smart TVs, gas log fireplaces. puzzles, games + books - Coffee bar: drip + french press, locally roasted beans c/o Hatchett Coffee - 🐶 Welcome Explore more: @appalachianaframe

Cottage at Mulberry
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place. Close to downtown Elizabethton, the covered bridge, Tweetsie Trail and walking distance to river. Beautiful level lot with fire pit in a quiet neighborhood. Small newly renovated home. Cozy and cottage like. New furnishings throughout. 1 bedroom and 1 makeup room or workspace with desk and makeup mirror. Pets are allowed, limit 1 dog or cat. $50 PET FEE PER PET. Please purchase the trip insurance as these reservations are non refundable

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.

Hoss’s Tiny House
The tiny house is located behind a big garage with a large gravel parking lot. It is very secluded and quaint away from the main road. The parking area is behind at the back porch on the tiny house were you can sit and enjoy peace and quiet. We are 1 mi from South Holston Lake. 2 mi from Creeper Trail, 6 mi Main Street Abingdon, 8 mi downtown Bristol, 10 mi Bristol Speedway. We have farm animals in the fields beside the tiny house that are very friendly. All the farm animals enjoy visitors.

Fluffy Bottom Farm’s Serenity Cabin
The Serenity Cabin offers a 1100sq ft cabin on 70 acres. 1 master bedroom and pull out couch. Best copper bathtub and view around ! Exterior decks on both levels. “Expertly Designed “ TVs . WiFi Gated entrance , long secluded and private driveway . Mountaintop 360* views . Walk , hike , bring your dogs . Access to entire property. Grazing 🦙 🐖 🐐 🐓 from our mini farm next door . We are dog friendly and also offer guests private river access to the Watuaga River 1/2 mile down the road

Unique Family Cottage, Quiet, Close to Downtown
Welcome to this peaceful stone cottage—a bright, cozy home with a covered front porch, sunny rooms, and a spacious yard on a quiet street. Perfect for families and work travelers: comfy beds, stocked kitchen, fast Wi‑Fi, easy parking, and self check‑in. Relax on the porch at sunset, then settle in for a restful night’s sleep. Centrally located, it's your gateway to Johnson City Medical Center, ETSU, Parks, Grandfather Mountain, Bristol Motor Speedway, ski resorts, and enchanting waterfalls.

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!

Laurel Fork 18th Century Cabin
Escape to the Appalachian Mountains in this beautiful 18th century cabin. Only 25 minutes from Bristol Motor Speedway! Less than 2 miles from the beautiful Watauga lake and boat marina. Across from Laurel Falls Waterfall trailhead and the Appalachian Trail entrance. Endless hiking, fishing, fly fishing and numerous outdoor activities surround the area. Also, sit back, relax around one of two firepits, one stone and one gas fire-glass table on the private deck overlooking Laurel Creek.

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.

* Spectacular *
Nestled less than a mile from the South Holston River, renowned for its superb trout fishing, and just a stone's throw away from the electrifying Bristol Motor Speedway. (Also less then a mile away) Step onto our rooftop deck, Challenge your friends to a game of ping pong, soak away your worries in the hot tub, or enjoy the oversized versions of Connect 4, Corn Hole, Checkers, and Jenga. Practice your putting skills on our small green while soaking in panoramic views.

Fishing Cottage on Watauga river with hottub
Enjoy the lovely setting of this rustic and romantic spot in nature. Our fishing cottage is located on our 40 acres farm with 800 ft of Watauga riverfront access. Paved driveways to cottage and river. Home is recently renovated with all new furniture, beds, appliances and more. Linens, paper products, and toiletries provided. Everything you need to enjoy a fishing trip or romantic getaway. This home is on a working farm. Expect contact with animals.

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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