Watauga Lakeside Cabin - Decks, Ponds, Family & Pet Friendly Privacy

Butler, Tennessee
$360 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

WELCOME to 822 Sugar Hollow
Welcome to your private mountain and lakeside retreat -- new, peaceful, and located on the southeast side of Watauga Lake with full access to a boat ramp and small floating dock. My three sons and I are happy to host you and hope you enjoy this special place as much as we do.

The three-level cabin was built in 2020, of hand-crafted wood and stone, with windows everywhere to let you take in the beautiful surroundings. There are three decks: one on each level and two that span the length of the home. The propane grill and fireplace are on the main-level deck, which wraps around to a front porch. On all levels, there are stunning views of the property, its ponds, streams running down to the lake, and the mountain ridgeline beyond.

From the cabin’s quiet decks, you can see the lake only a few hundred yards away, and you have semi-private, full-time access (along with seven other homeowners in the Sugar Cove neighborhood) to the Sugar Cove boat ramp and floating dock. Bring your boat, wave runners, canoes, or kayaks! Watauga Lake is one of the cleanest in the United States, and affords multiple recreational opportunities, including outstanding lake trout and bass fishing. The main public recreational area is about a 15-minute drive from the cabin. For hikers, the Appalachian Trail crosses Route 321 about twenty minutes’ drive from the cabin and numerous other trailheads are an equally short drive away. Roan Mountain and one of the most beautiful stretches of the Appalachian Trail is a 30-40 minute drive south and 4,000 feet of elevation up from where the cabin sits at about 2,000 feet.

Inside, the cabin easily sleeps 8, depending on who’s comfortable sleeping next to whom.

Upper Level: one king bed master suite with a balcony looking towards the lake and a 43 inch Smart TV, plus a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the separate, adjacent loft.
Main Level: second king bed master suite, with a spa tub and shower. The large, modern kitchen with granite countertops, gas fireplace, and a half bath powder room are located on the Main Level. The main level also features a 65-inch Smart TV. You can access the main wraparound deck, with gas grill, gas firepit, and outdoor seating from this level.
Lower Level: one queen bed with a twin XL trundle, and a new (March 2024) queen-sized bed. The Lower Level is a perfect retreat, complete with its own full bath, a sitting area with several chairs, a 55-inch Smart TV, and full laundry room. We also keep at least one sturdy sleeping cot on the Lower Level, in case of last-minute additions of friends and family to your traveling group. Access to the garage and lower deck is from this level.

You may not want to leave once you’re settled here, relaxing on one of the decks, listening to the creeks and springs alongside the cabin, which feed into a network of natural ponds and then down to the lake, or enjoying the stone fire pit that my sons and I built with the help of a local artisan—no need to bring your own firewood, as the property naturally has plenty. If you do venture out, Elizabethton, Tennessee is a 30-40 minute drive west, and Boone and Banner Elk, North Carolina (including the Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain ski areas), are about the same drive times southeast and south, respectively. On the eastern side of the lake, there is also a winery, Villa Nove Vineyards (check for updated business hours).

Multiple marinas ring the lake. Pioneer Landing marina and campground, to the northeast, and Mallard Cove marina, to the west, are the closest to the cabin. Boats of various shapes and sizes are available for rent at Fish Springs Marina, a few miles west of the Hwy 321/67 intersection.

Welcome and enjoy your stay!

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The Lake
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Submitted Jul 28, 2021

    Stayed Jul 23, 2021

    THIS CABIN IS BEAUTIFUL-The views are awesome- from every room. It's clean, modern, and as previous reviews have stated-- once you are in the cabin- you won't want to leave.

  • Jorge Antonio Ji....

    Submitted Feb 17, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    The house is very comfortable, well-maintained, and clean. It's everything you'd expect and much more. The only thing that might not be up to par with the price paid and the rest of what we found in the house was the insufficient number of towels for guests. We were a group of 10 and only had 8 towels for 5 days. It doesn't make sense to put so much effort into making guests feel comfortable only to have a lack of towels prevent us from saying our stay was truly enjoyable because we had to share towels in the middle of winter.

  • Ernesto M.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Our stay was wonderful, we had a lot of fun everywhere we went to specially at the local wineries. I’d only recommend to have some sort of adult entertainment areas like a foosball or pool table other than that everything else was amazing.

  • Kat B.

    Submitted Dec 25, 2025

    Stayed Dec 20, 2025

    The pictures don’t do this cabin justice. It was beautiful and cozy. The beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed for cooking, making a fire in the fire pit and keeping warm. The owners responded quickly and put a big lighted Christmas tree up for us and the kids.

  • Gerald Y.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    Great place to stay! Especially for us because we attended a wedding event at Sugar Hollow Retreat which is only 8 minutes away. Rarely did we see vehicles driving by, which added to the coziness of the cabin-in-the-woods-like vibes. The road into the house has a very remote little-used feel to it, but easy to navigate if you drive slowly, and actually quite fun to drive! We did have cell phone service at the house, mostly 4gLTE sometimes 5g. I was also very pleased to not see one 5000k LED light bulb anywhere, all lights were an appropriate color temperature that enhanced the warm feel of the space.

  • Corey L.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    We stayed at this beautiful cabin in for my brother-in-law’s wedding and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The place was peaceful and offered stunning views of the mountains. It was the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy some quiet time between wedding events. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!

  • Kelly K.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Verry accurate post description of property and clean. Perfect privacy getaway. Great host communication before and during stay!

  • Seth K.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    This was our second summer staying at the cabin and again we had a great time. There was a minor issue with the upstairs A/C unit not working. We let our host know and he quickly had a temp unit sent out and set up until the unit could be fixed. We have no complaints and had a wonderful stay. I would definitely recommend a stay here and I’m sure we will be back again.

  • connie m.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Pretty

  • Casey and Stephen M.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Host communicates well. Property is perfect for three sets of couples, plus a few kids and pets. Clean and comfortable. Very private lake access. Our second time here and plan to come back again!

  • Rachel H.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    Great property for our multi-family trip. Our kids loved the decks, and the kitchen was very well appointed. The roads were a little tricky to navigate at night but no problem at all during the day! Dave was super accommodating and had great communication. Super clean, and comfy beds.

  • Martha C.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We stayed here to attend a family wedding in the area. The home was well equipped, beautiful area and decor. 10/10 would stay here again.

  • Nicole F.

    Submitted May 14, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Had an awesome time! The cabin was super cozy, clean, and just as pictured. The location was peaceful and perfect for unplugging. The host was easy to work with and everything went smoothly. I’d definitely recommend it!

  • Cory L.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    We attended graduation at nearby ETSU. This cabin is perfect to privacy and relaxation. We had a big family dinner after the graduation. Saturday morn we took a scroll around the area and admired the beautiful view. Took the kayak out for a ride on the lake. We spend the day playing games, relaxing at the firepit with bottomless margaritas. At one point I had to text the owner with a question and he responded almost immediately. Great customer service! We loved everything about this cabin and location. We are planning a winter trip back to this cabin.

  • Alan L.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2025

    Stayed Jan 1, 2025

    Gorgeous home with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the ambiance. Stunning scenery and fascinating architecture.

  • Rhonda G.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 22, 2024

    It is located far from most places. The driveway is tricky to maneuver but a nice place to stay.

  • Susan T.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    This property is like staying in a treehouse but with all the modern amenities. There is plenty of space to spread out and relax. The changing views from the back deck are beautiful. We saw lots of deer. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to prepare delicious meals.

  • Jonathan F.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    My family and I stayed here for a father's day gift. We had a great time being able to just be us for a weekend, and not have to worry about the outside world. Our stay was very relaxing. The beds were comfortable, and everything was very clean.

  • Carter H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    There are reason why this home has very high reviews. Rent with confidence and enjoy your stay.

  • Carrie k.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Absolutely beautiful peaceful place, outstanding views in every direction. Unfortunately water level was low on the lake so no access to launch boat on private dock, but found alternative location 20 minutes away. House is stunning inside and out. Loved the privacy and wrap around deck, which is where we spent most of our time. Only minor complaint is the cleaning service missed cleaning the main level shower and the very steep drive way was challenging, but became easier after a few days. We Would Definitely stay AGAIN!!!

  • Will P.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    What more can you say about this cabin and location? PERFECT! Everything you could want in a relaxing getaway!

  • Samuel H.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Wonderful stay. Everything was as promised. The home is beautiful. It is located very much off the traffic.

  • Maria M.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    Our group all agreed we loved this place! It was a short walk to the boat dock and ramp. We spent most of our day kayaking, paddle, boarding and just floating in the secluded bay. It was so nice not to worry about boat traffic. The house itself was beautiful and had a well stocked kitchen, it had every utensil we needed. The master bedroom’s mattress was a dream. The decks were absolutely incredible and we spent most of our time outside, enjoying the view. We brought our own kayaks but there were several available for use. This home was secluded, quiet and felt like you were hidden in a treehouse among the tall trees. We loved everything about our stay! Thanks Dave!

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