House vacation rentals in Watauga River

Peaceful Stone Cottage | Quiet Retreat•Near ETSU

Escape to this peaceful stone cottage tucked away on a quiet street, the perfect place to relax and recharge after a day of exploring. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch, unwind in the spacious yard, and settle into a bright, cozy home, comfy beds, a stocked kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, easy parking, and self check-in. Minutes from Johnson City Medical Center, ETSU, downtown, hiking trails, Bristol Motor Speedway, Grandfather Mountain, waterfalls, and Blue Ridge fall foliage. Skiing

Location · Family · Bathroom

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

Family · Value · Pets

Austin Springs Family Retreat

PLEASE READ ALL: This is not your typical rental! It’s created for family fun and up to 6-8 guests. This 1,800 sq. ft. home is located on Johnson City’s east side, just minutes from Jonesborough, ETSU, the Med-Tech corridor and Bristol, baby! Comfort was our primary consideration with thoughtfully selected brand-new mattresses, furniture and a well-stocked kitchen. This house is equipped for FUN with a pool table, air hockey, ping-pong, and video arcade. HVAC system was replaced in July 2025.

Family · Location · Hiking

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.

Family · Location · Hiking

Unique Custom Built Home with Hot Tub & Pool Table

Welcome to "The Bristol Royale" and thank you for your interest in our property. We have spent the past few months carefully decorating and updating this beautiful place. We offer fast Wi-Fi, 3 big screen Roku TV's , coffee bar, King suite, 2 queen bedrooms, one bedroom that sleeps 4 and one private bedroom downstairs. You can enjoy playing pool, ping pong, cornhole and an assortment of other games plus relax in the hot tub and read a book at the fire pit table. Fire up the Blackstone too.

Location · Family · Bathroom

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!

Location · Value · Cleanliness

Luxury Mountain Chalet Escape

Mountain Property within 20 min of Banner Elk, NC and Elizabethton, TN. Luxury home nestled in a quiet valley.Take your choice of one of the two large porches with a fire pit and spacious seating , relax to the rumbling water of the stream in the backyard, full body massage chair or jetted master bathroom tub. Full kitchen equipped with Keurig Elite. Escape from electronics and enjoy the many nearby Appalachian Trail accesses and outdoor activities. Reconnect with your family. Welcome!

Value · Family · Accuracy

Winding Creek Farm

Welcome to a piece of paradise out in the country! The entire downstairs is yours to enjoy. Guests have separate entrance and completely private backyard. The apartment is completely self-contained and there are 2 acres of woodland going to a small waterfall that the patio overlook. Private and peaceful with healing properties are often the terms used by guests to describe the farm. Come and see for yourself! I want to share with you this beautiful setting so you can rejuvenate!

Location · Value · Access

Creekside Charmer near I-26 w/ POOL TABLE

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Easy convenience to everything just two minutes to I-26. 8 minutes to ETSU and 10 minutes to Johnson City mall area. 40 minutes to Asheville NC and 30 minutes to Bristol Motor Speedway. Visit the new Hard Rock Casino. Enjoy a romantic getaway for just the two of you or bring the family and friends. Enjoy dinner by the creek and roast marshmallows by the fire. Beautiful Mountain View’s. Enjoy the Pool Table for great entertainment.

Family · Value · Condition

Epic Views on Lake Watauga | 3BR | Hot Tub | Dock

At this scenic three-level mountain cabin, you’ll wake to panoramic views of Watauga Lake with a dock on the lake and end your day bubbling under the stars. With lofted sleeping quarters, gas fireplace, hot tub, gas fire pit and multiple decks, your group will discover there’s a favorite nook for every guest. A gorgeous and well-appointed launchpad for days on the lake and exploring the Smokey Mountains. Bring your boat to put on the dock or just enjoy hanging out and swimming.

Location · Value · Air conditioning

Country Cottage

Country Cottage gives you the chance to relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay with great mountain views. We are also pet friendly, with plenty of yard to let them play while you enjoy the mountain scenery! The living room has a couch with a queen pull out bed, and the back room also has a pull out futon bed for more guests! The master bathroom has a walk in shower. There is a carport outside of the house that will hold up to 2 cars. We hope you enjoy! :)

Family · Location · Comfort

* 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.

Value · Family · Indoor spaces