Title: Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=19882620&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi ![Property grounds - Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi (Butler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19882700/19882620/0a4633ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi (Butler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19882700/19882620/cfe067dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi (Butler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19882700/19882620/d66b0d83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi (Butler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19882700/19882620/7b751951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi (Butler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19882700/19882620/16a6cacf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like paddleboards and kayaking at this cabin. In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi 2026 Calendar opened January 8th. summer books up quickly. for the summer if you desire less than 5 nights, please contact us, If it makes sense we might allow the booking. Lake Watauga! located on 2 acres overlooking Beautiful Lake Watauga abutting the Cherokkee Nat. Forest wr are about 49 minutes from Beach Mountain. Summertime enjoy your Private Dock and Lake toys. Are you planning a vacation where your family can find fun and normalcy? Not much seems to happen here by the lake and mountains, If you choose our home you should enjoy a very private atmosphere with high-speed Internet! This place is an awsome place to be with friends and family, a great vacation, with the ability to work by the lake if you must. Summer with its long sunny days and evenings by the fire. With mountains to your west, you can see the setting sun. Fall offers the same with great hiking and enjoying the forests' beautiful colors. Please contact me with questions and dates of interest. Our maids will be doing extra wipe downs with disinfectants prior to any guests arrival. We have extra comforters so we can rotate them after each guest, helping to reduce any potential exposure. The lake is usually in the 70s by mid-May stays warm into October. Fall is gorgeous and relaxing with great foliage. We have improved our home once again for summer 2024 with 2 new Kayaks and a new BarbQ Grill. We have installed new cabinets and counters in the lower kitchen! (Not shown) All of these pictures are taken with a cell phone. The real-life views are usually much nicer than the photos. Great views, morning and night, close to most things yet removed from almost everything! Some people ski, hike, others boat and fish. You can do all of these from our home. You can see your boat and the dock from either of our covered decks, which look to the west for some special sunsets. You will have Internet, Verizon, and GTE cell service, Smart TV,'s along with an automatic stand by electric generator. We show several pictures of kids playing by the dock, because we have a nice dock in the sun from 10 am til 6:00 pm. Water toys are provided! Kayaks, paddle boards and a floating Aqua Lily Pad along with 2 Acres of land, we try to show you everything you will see and be able to enjoy. \*Note that this home is literally touching the Cherokee National Forest. It is a hillside property with wild flowers and trees! This is not a finely manicured lawn. It has great views of the lake day and night. Sitting on a quiet hill overlooking Lake Watauga and Mallard Cove, our fully renovated 3 bedroom 3 bath home is cradled on both sides by the Cherokee National Forest, so usually your neighbors will be some local deer. \*\* Question to yourself? Are you quiet or late night rowdy?? If loud, choose a different place! My neighbors enjoy the peacefulness of the mountains and want to keep it that way. We are easily accessible off of Route 321 while still being secluded. Most of the time, our home's caretaker will personally show you the home and give you your keys. We have improved our home each year to benefit our family and yours, too! The newly remodeled guest room, while just fine in the past. It now has new solid Walnut wood paneling, drywall, and sound insulation with its own flat screen T.V. for the occasional time when a couple just wants to hide out and hunker down. WHILE SECLUDED, we get excellent Verizon and Sprint cell service, 4G High-speed internet (usually over 100 Mbs), wireless printer, and Roku TV. You can see from either balcony your private floating dock that is easily accessible and will self adjust up to a water level of 1961.50 that is 2.5 feet above full pool. ( Only the TVA and mother nature control lake height) Kayaks and paddle boards slip in off our dock or little beach area. (more shale with a little sand.) Many homes have docks that are static and do not function well in low and sometimes higher lake levels. Summer full pool is 1959\. Our dock has 2 benches for seating and a swim ladder. The dock has a slip that can accommodate a 9'x24' boat. (BOAT TRAILER arrangements must be made with me in advance!) The walk from the house to the water MAYBE LESS than Ideal for people with mobility or stanima issues !! Most people do fine, but please be honest with yourself. There are 2 walking paths to the dock. The first is a fast, direct winding 400-foot path and a bit PITCHY. The SECOND path is easier but longer. We have added a THIRD option of stairs to a Lake Front Deck that includes a picnic table with an umbrella along with built-in bench seating. At the dock, you will find 2 paddle boards, 3 kayaks, and a 3-person canoe. All with paddles and a variety of life vest sizes are provided, (for ages 4 and up) There is also a wagon to put towels and a cooler to take down to the lake or your private Pavilion. This cove is very private with only 1 other dock by ours and a total of 3 in our area. We have a nice pavilion situated between your cabin and the lake it is: 16'x22' with patio pavers and 2 picnic tables, a sectional sofa, electricity, and a charcoal grill. there also is a Tether Ball by the pavilion and a ring toss game inside, too. When it's hot and sunny, the shade and lake breeze are a fantastic way to cool down, while others play in the water nearby. The Pavilion also makes a great place to set up camp for the day. This cove gets FULL sun and some very nice sunsets spring through fall. There is a marina on the other end of the cove for easy refueling for boats and Jet Skis. Our home has an open floor concept on the main level, and all of the furnishings are new. We have decided to share our food, spices, and cooking oils because it makes much more sense. It will make your lives easier upon arrival, finding almost any condiment you need and not having to spend money on items that get thrown out. We also didn't want to play the game of" hiding the food" as we came and went. Our cooking and plate ware may be comparable to your own at home. As with many lake houses, there are upper and lower kitchens, which can allow you to prepare separate meals if desired. The upper floor kitchen is the better of the two with granite counters and is larger, too. Our home, while not being fully handicap accessible is easier than most. It is possible to park your car on either of two levels and enter the home without encountering stairs. There are stairs inside and outside of our home connecting living spaces and the two covered decks. With a new stairway recently added to our firepit patio. The yard is not a Lawn, it is more like a field. We are trying to grow Local Tennessee wild flowers and Perennials and will keep adding flowers and seeds until the field is solid with flowers. When not on 1 of our 2 covered decks. there is a 20 foot by 50 foot patio area with a fire chimney. This older chimney fire pit overlooks the lake, and the chimney keeps the smoke out of your eyes. There are 2 corn hole boards with bags by the fire pit, too. Then there is the covered . is much closer to the water and makes for a great place to watch the family and hide from the sun. It also makes for a nice place to coordinate lake toys and coolers going to and from the house. PARKING, if you trailer a boat. Putting in is a breeze, but I will have to make trailer parking arrangements for you in advance. PLEASE DISCUSS BOATS AND TRAILERS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL!!! DO NOT BRING THE BOAT TO THE HOUSE, I WILL INSTRUCT YOU WITH THE PROPER PROCEDURES. THERE IS A LIMIT ON VEHICLES! WHILE WE HAVE PARKING. THERE IS A MAXIMUM OF 4\. THERE IS NO PARKING ON OUR NARROW ROADS AND THE ROADS TRUSTEE HAS A DRIVEWAY BY MINE. Also, if you are an ATV enthusiast, we are only to 20 minutes from the Doe Mountain Recreational Area and can accommodate your trailers with advance notice. We have electricity by our dock, which can be used to recharge trolling motor batteries. (A must for fishermen with trolling motors) While most people want the lake and nature, you can rest assured you will enjoy your beds, bathrooms, A.C., furniture, and creature comforts. While you may not watch them, there are 4 flat screens, a DVR, and PlayStation 4 too. Sometimes it does rain or you may want to watch the big game! We are 20 to 25 minutes from Elizabethton. our home has Western exposure and is located in the middle of the main channel of the lake. BOAT RENTALS are only 5 minutes and 10 minutes away. BEDROOMS - There are 3. The Master is quiet and has a Queen bed and and a Queen sofa sleeper. The second bedroom has a queen bed. The third bedroom had a double bed with a single bunk above the double. Beds sleep 7, and sofa sleepers have room for 2 more. We have our own high-quality water well, so you're safe if there is a power outage! But please be environmentally friendly and help conserve water! Also, most homes have septic systems, so please, no feminine products in the toilets, please!!! Also, no cooking greases down the drains. Finally, this is a residential property, while you may not see many neighbors they do exist. This is NOT a party house. Too many cars and a large crowd will bring the sheriff and eviction without a refund. The decks are not commercial structures, and overloading could bring about catastrophic collapse! If you bring a boat, I must know and will have safe trailer parking nearby. Do not bring your boat to the house! The same applies to motor homes and travel trailers, too! Do not bring them to the house period, They will have to be parked off-site. They will be parked off Please feel free to ask for additional information. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video game console - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: If you smoke outside, pick up butts!! ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Paddleboard - Snow sports gear - Water sports equipment - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91010000/91005000/91004919/190d5203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River cabin on 45 acres of private mountain land pet friendly. 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And the dryer should have a load of sheets drying. It would be very helpful to run a load or two of towels the night before. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please keep dirty shoes out on the deck and NO PETS on the furniture!!! Call me if something isn't working or broken, I can probably help!!! Please don't eat on the couch! Please No extra guests! If you have any issues with TV remotes call me. If you adjusted the house temp. return to 73 Please strip used bedding and get 1 load washed and drying and another in the washer, this helps speed up house cleaning. Are the dishes clean? ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Possibly ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Quick eviction by Sheriff. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted If you smoke outside, pick up butts!! ## 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 Note from host: Quick eviction by Sheriff. Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the neighborhood Located in Butler, this cabin is on the waterfront. Watauga Lake and Watauga River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider Land of Oz, or check out an event or a game at Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding. [Visit our Butler travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Butler.dx181395) [View more Cabin Rentals in Butler](https://www.expedia.com/Butler-Cabins.d181395-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.32590%2C-82.01511&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L_sRGvF0eTDl8dc6BynlkWaNqyU=) Butler, TN ### What's nearby - ![Peaceful, early spring morning view of Pond Mountain across Watauga Lake, Hampton, Tennessee.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657229/8d849ad6-c790-4be3-9c5f-5ed6daf7d414.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Watauga Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![If you wanna go fast... go to Bristol. First NASCAR race experience with the husband revealed a lot about his inner child. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6372/c9071a06-16c0-4ded-9aba-406a95fc4b7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bristol Motor Speedway 45 min drive \- 38.6 miles - ![Ever wonder where the Land if Oz is? It is in Beech Mountain, N.C.! This former amusement park opens twice a year - in June for the Journey with Dorothy and in September for Autumn at Oz. #landofoz #Adventure #yellowbrickroad #amusementpark #northcarolina #LocalSecrets #trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183740/11af6ee6-5286-4cd7-a3a9-c27734c9bcdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beech Mountain Resort 59 min drive \- 38.7 miles - East Tennessee State University 40 min drive \- 31.5 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort 61 min drive \- 47.8 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 61 min drive ### Restaurants - Butler Trading Post 12 min drive - JJ's Cafe 10 min drive - Pleasent's Country Store 16 min drive - doe creek beverage 20 min drive - Chat's 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi? ### What time is check-out at Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi? ### Where is Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Watauga FAMILY FUN, Sunny Lake Front Home Private Dock Water Toys WiFi Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 149 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen S. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Weekend Getaway The property was exactly as described and provided us the perfect weekend getaway. The owner was friendly, accommodating and great to work with. ##### Jen S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim R. Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We love this amazing Watauga Lake property so much ….. this was our 3rd stay here ! ##### Kim R. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric M. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Watauga Lake Vacation Exactly as advertised, with incredible outdoor features, and areas to relax. ##### Eric M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa L. Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We love Watauga lake! Clean lake house with all the things we love about the lake! Lake toys, fishing, quiet cove, marina very close by, fire pit, and family! ##### Teresa L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elena H. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home on Watauga Lake Second stay at this home. Beautiful lake home. Lots to do at the property and in the area! Such a relaxing vacation for our family! ##### Elena H. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob H. Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakeside Retreat The property was as advertised, with everything you could need both inside and out — with lots of water toys as well as a relaxing lounge area down near the dock. The owner was very communicative with directions and advice. We enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings and the wildlife — deer and bats!! ##### Bob H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corey M. Jul 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Lake House This is a perfect lake house for a family vacation. It has everything you need to enjoy the water, from the kayaks and paddle boards to the floating mat. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking. The pavilion near the water provides shade and great spot to rest after enjoying the lake. ##### Corey M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heide A. Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing getaway! So much to do! We opted to just relax and enjoy all the fun things on site from SUPs to board games! There is a marina to rent boats very nearby. Beautiful kitchen to prepare and enjoy homemade meals and lots of peaceful spots to curl up with a good read. We loved it!! ##### Heide A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie M. Jan 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New year’s fun Terrific place! We’re from Oregon and we were in Nashville for Christmas. Wanted to meet up with our family from Virginia. Perfect place. Wonderful house and perfect place for family!! Amenities are awesome ##### Debbie M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie W. Aug 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Great stay. Plenty to do . Sleep space was awesome. Fully stocked kitchen. Lots said walking and stairs so no problem getting exercise in. Would stay again. Lake “toys” available. Enjoyed kayaking in the quiet cove. ##### Angie W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. Oct 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heaven on Earth This place was amazing, the house was gorgeous. The views were like a dream, and the owner Nick is a very caring to make sure you have a great time I recommend this place highly. Michelle.. ##### Michelle S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather M. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dream getaway This place is amazing!! Nick is wonderful. He makes sure you have everything needed for your stay and really amazing at communication. The house is well stocked and has everything you could needed. Very clean and well kept. You can tell Nick really tries to be a good host. This is a dream somewhere to relax and feel like a home away. Already planning my next stay!! ##### Heather M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron and Linda C. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We had a wonderful time at this lake house. Our host was very helpful with directions, advice and checked in on us to be sure we had everything we needed. We really appreciated the access to his paddle boards, tubes and lily pad, tons of fun! Highly recommend this home and host! Would definitely reserve again. ##### Ron and Linda C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin A. Sep 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### End of Summer Nick’s property is comfortable and clean. The outdoor living space is ideal for enjoying the lake and grilling out. It was a perfect way to end the summer. ##### Erin A. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly M. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House; Great Host! This house has everything you need for a wonderful ‘home away from home’ feeling! The neighborhood and surroundings are beautiful, serene and quiet! The house has everything you could want and/or need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Our family was able to stretch out and we all had plenty of room. Also, The lake is beautiful and we enjoyed kayaking and canoeing. Overall, This made for a great mountain family vacation! ##### Kelly M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris H. Aug 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome serenity Great property with fabulous views. Excellent house that has all the comforts of home. Fine for small children ( we visited with a 3yr old and 7 mo old). Close to lots of great hikes (we did Jane’s Bald and Laurel Falls) and lake amenities (boat launches/rentals). Back yard hill to lake encourages advanced planning. Property’s lower pavilion makes for a convenient day down at the lake. Would recommend. ##### Chris H. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana S. Dec 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun & relaxing holiday This place met all expectations. Was a good meeting point for family coming from 3 different states to celebrate Thanksgiving. Nick was great about making sure we had proper directions given the limits of cellular and GPS technology. Kitchen was well equipped for cooking Thanksgiving dinner. November water sports were limited but the kids enjoyed the kayak and canoe. Looking forward to a return visit. ##### Dana S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia W. Sep 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay at Lake Watauga We had an amazing weekend at this Rick's home! With breathtaking views of Lake Watauga, plenty of space for our family of six and our two dogs, and a fantastic array of water toys, there was something for everyone. The private dock was perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, and soaking up the sun, although the water was quite low during our stay, making traversing the dock a bit challenging. Communication with Rick was open and responsive—he even went above and beyond to help us get back into the house after we accidentally locked ourselves out. The peaceful, secluded setting, stunning sunsets, and well-equipped home made for a memorable stay, and we can't wait to come back! ##### Tricia W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy C. Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet relaxation Very relaxing and quiet area. Beautiful water views and nice clean and comfortable house. Not a great swimming area near the shore, and definitely a lot of stairs that can be a little exhausting to go up and down a lot for adults. Once past shore, and off the dock and swim platform , swimming is better and water warm. Lots of toys for water fun. Overall had a very nice time. ##### Nancy C. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Skip H. May 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Gem on Watauga Lake I highly recommend this rental to anyone, the house and view is incredible. You can’t beat having coffee and watching fish jump, wild turkey run by, deer meandering by and rabbits hopping down the road. The house is beautiful and immaculate, everything is absolutely clean, and Nick has thought of everything, so if you forgot it… it’s probably available there already. The best part is the communication, the owner is very quick to respond to any question. There are plenty of paddle boards, kayaks and a canoe to launch of an awesome dock, the water temperature was perfect for swimming. Anyway, I can’t say enough about what a wonderful vacation we had and I’d truly recommend it to anyone. ##### Skip H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelley B. Aug 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and Relaxing Lake Spot This was our first visit to Watauga Lake, and we loved it! Nick was a great host, checking in via text and making sure that we had everything we needed. A few things that made our stay even easier... 1\. Stocked kitchen: We bought food to cook many of our meals, but it was so helpful to have some pantry basics and condiments there to use! 2\. Linens: Sheets, bath towels, beach towels, and a nice washer and dryer. 3\. Generator: It just so happened that a tree took down a power line a couple miles down the road at the marina, but the generator kicked right in and we were never without power - which meant the refrigerator and the air conditioning stayed on the whole time! 4\. Dog Friendly: Our lab was right at home and it was nice to be able to bring him with us instead of boarding him. This was one of our most relaxing family vacations, the lake is beautiful and we lounged on the lily pad every day. We used the paddle boards and canoe to explore the lake, even caught a few fish from the dock and in the canoe. We also took a day trip to hike Grandfather Mountain, well worth the drive. Stop at the Peddlin' Pig on the way home for some delicious BBQ! Thank you for sharing your beautiful lake with us! ##### Shelley B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda W. Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Location The description of this Utopian Vacation Paradise is understated. It is the perfect location to enjoy family and friends while basking in the wonders of Nature. Neighboring the Cherokee National Forest we watched the Sunrise over beautiful Lake Watagua and enjoyed playful deer families feasting on nearby vegetation. Shedding their natural security coverage they were contend to join our family fun and welcome us to the area! The property Host, Nick, is a 5 star communications professional. I contacted him on several occasions with what I know he should have thought was trivial nonsense questions and he graciously handled each question as if it was “key” to making our stay the vacation of our lives. He has patience and tolerance beyond what is to be expected! Thank you Nick! There are many outdoor activities in the surrounding areas of the Lake House as well as those involving gorgeous Lake Watagua; or one can do, as we did, rest, read a book or two, play games, enjoy each others company, cook great meals and enjoy family “table talk”…..something that has become almost non-existent in todays busy world! It felt great! We are hoping to get back to Lake Watagua and The Lake House as soon as schedules will permit. While we wait we have beautiful vivid memories of our time together at Camelot! We have been blessed. 😇 ##### Brenda W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn S. Sep 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We really enjoyed our yearly family vacation at this great cabin! Lots of memories made. Thanks to the host for his good care! ##### Carolyn S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aimee A. Oct 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic getaway spot! My kids are already begging to come back :) ##### Aimee A. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### scott f. Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy great house and location. ##### scott f. 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