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Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin

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Property grounds
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

9.4 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin

The Laurels Cabin is part of our 'rustic lodge'. Our lodge is located on the banks of the beautiful Watauga River, halfway between Johnson City and Elizabethton. The lodge was designed to resemble a horse barn and sits on 5 acres with over 600 feet of river frontage and consists of 3 cabins.

The upstairs Laurels Cabin has over 600 square feet of living space. The cabin has a queen bed, cat napper sofa, one full bath, along with a full kitchen and living area. The Laurels cabin can accommodate 2-4 comfortably. The living room has a cat napper sofa which reclines almost flat in case you wish to sleep on it.

All linens are included -- all you have to do is pick up some food and bring your personal items -- all other items will be provided for you! The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, toaster, coffee maker and microwave.

The cabin has heat/air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat screen satellite TV, DVD/VCR, central laundry facility and gas grill.

Very convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton (10 minutes) as well as Roan Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Hawksnest ski resorts (45-60 minutes). Immediately adjacent to the lodge is the Watauga River which is about 100 feet wide and is home to some of the finest trout fishing in the Eastern United States. Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown as well as several types of Bass and various non-game species. This lower part of the Watauga has been designated as the 'Quality Trout Zone.'

We have other cabins available please call for dates and prices.

Property manager

Patty Whidden

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Watauga River Cabin s Laurels Cabin Johnson City
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About the area

Map
Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • East Tennessee State University - 13 min drive
  • Johnson City Mall - 14 min drive
  • Johnson City Medical Center - 14 min drive
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 14 min drive
  • Winged Deer Park - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Amigo Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Black Olive - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin located?

Located in the heart of Johnson City, this cabin is steps from Watauga River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sycamore Shoals State Park and Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Tweetsie Trail Trailhead and Tannery Knobs Mountain Bike Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful outside area
Had slight difficulty getting in, the management company had given me the wrong code. After calling the phone number, was able to get correct code and get in. The cabin was very clean and cute. I would suggest room darken curtains in bedroom. Windows are high, but morning sun is bright. I will definitely be staying againfor my next trip to TN..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
It is so beautiful by the river it’s impossible to stay in the room. We played corn hole, horseshoes, tether ball, board games on the deck. We sat on the deck overlooking the river and talked. We love a fire so really enjoyed the fire pit area. We hated to leave, however, we live close by so we plan on making your place our weekend getaway as much as we can. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

TN Vacation
A convenient place to stay and fish the Watauga river and the South Holsten river.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tennessee getaway
Was awesome relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and quiet
We Enjoyed our stay and will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful place!
We truly enjoyed our stay, such a nice place right beside the River. My only reason for not giving a 5 rating on cleanliness was due to the floors and rugs needing to be cleaned. The people staying on the lower level to the left arrived late Friday night, Saturday at lunch time several of their family members came to enjoy the river with them, they had 6 kids and at least 5 adults and they took over everything and were loud. They spoiled our quiet weekend getaway, unfortunately. But, we would stay there again and hope we have better neighbors next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in East Tennessee
Nice place next to the river and close to wonderful outdoor activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Place
The beauty and serenity of the cabin and grounds made us come back for a second time. We will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Peaceful Place to Stay
I was in town to visit my son and daughter-in-law. I loved how peaceful and quiet it was and felt very safe staying there by myself. Loved not having to stay in a hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bts 6.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good spot
nice area, cute little cabin
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine S.

Favorite place to stay
Me and My family always enjoy staying at this location We stay maybe twice a year . Only suggestion needs a little up date on somethings. Outside wood needs staining . Order than that I absolutely love staying here. .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Kevin R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Watauga River
I was very disappointed. We are in our 60’s and 70’s. We didn’t realize we had to go up and down 15 - 20 steps to get to the cabin. It was very difficult with all of the food, suitcases, etc. The cabin itself was extremely dirty. It’s pretty bad when your shoes stick to the rugs. We had to go from the shower directly into our shoes. Dishes pulled from the cabinets were greasy. Mirrors were smeared, furniture in disrepair. Couldn’t use any of the furniture outside because it was so dirty. Wasn’t about to use the grill. We won’t be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful, clean, accommodations had everything we could possibly need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fly Fishing Retreat
Our flyfishing club members booked 4 units of the beautiful property, providing each person with comfortable privacy and plenty of spaces for indoors and outside group socializing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
River weekend
Rolling hills and the wandering Watuga on a high water weekend of rafting...this is the best possible way to kick off our 2024 rafting season. This property offers so much more then described. These hosts think of everything required to relax admist the grandeur of nature. Our favorite feature was riverside dining. Several options of outdoor cooking offered. I would love to cook every meal overlooking the water. We also enjoyed socializing with other guests on the property. Over all a perfect 10 weekend. We have already planned the next trip to Laurel cabin! Thank you for this weekend getaway destination!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back
Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had fun
Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
This is our second stay at Watauga River Cabins/Laurels Cabin. We love the atmosphere, and location. Very peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy M., Evington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred C., Vienna

Liked: Cleanliness
No surprises
enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful days by the river
This is our 4th stay at these nicely decorated, comfortable cabins. (They also have everything you need.) We had a relaxing 3 days with a lovely picnic on the deck, fly fishing on the river, and a hike at Sycamore Shoals.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

CHARLES E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Race ready
Nice cabin. Could use a little maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We enjoyed our stay in Laurels Cabin. The property is very laid back and relaxing. We did have an issue at check-in but the property manager was very responsive and quick to resolve the issue. Very unique property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The property was just as described. Very relaxed and enjoyable stay. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Serene
Absolutely love the property. So peaceful and beautiful. Feels like home when we are there 💞. Always nice to meet new people staying there also and hang out by the campfire together.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023