Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin

Johnson City, Tennessee
$200 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • SAFETY

    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)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 600 Sq Ft (56 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Gas Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mike

    Submitted Jun 25, 2023

    Stayed Jun 18, 2023

    Loved the property. Thought it was a single family property but it is a multiple family area so you don't have it to your self.

  • Dennis

    Submitted Aug 6, 2020

    Stayed Jul 29, 2020

    The property was well situated away from the town. It was extremely peaceful and centrally located for day trips and journeys into Tennessee as well as North Carolina

  • Amy P.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2026

    Stayed Jun 4, 2026

    Laurels cabin was just what we were looking for. Clean and quiet location. Kitchen was well stocked. We could have sat down by the river all day. Would definitely stay again.

  • Olivia H.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Beautiful property and still close drive to lots of restaurants. We loved staying steps away from the serene river and just a short drive (under 20 minutes) to shopping, dining and hiking options.

  • Chris F.

    Submitted May 6, 2026

    Stayed May 4, 2026

    Well stocked, clean, and as advertised. Will stay again.

  • Chad M.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2026

    Stayed Apr 25, 2026

    We always love staying here.

  • Sheryl A.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2026

    Stayed Apr 9, 2026

    Loved the location of the property…right along the river.

  • Christopher S.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2026

    Stayed Mar 21, 2026

    The place is very pet friendly. Your dogs has a wide and safe place to run free without any danger of cars. The place is spotless and has everything you need to cook. It is very quiet at night and peaceful during the day.

  • Delores W.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2026

    Stayed Dec 21, 2025

    Sweet apartment. Loved the furnishings. Need was a little hard for my liking but i got sleep. Wonderful amenities on the property! Would love it anytime of year!

  • Paul N.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    it was a very secluded perfect spot near the river and beautiful bridge with friendly cows across the road

  • Michelle B.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 20, 2025

    Had a wonderful time with family.

  • Tyler O.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Incredible property right on the Watauga. Allows you to get away and relax in a secluded property while still being 10-15 minutes away from Johnson City or Elizabethton.

  • Kelly H.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    We stayed in the upstairs apartment and view was worth a thousand words! It was amazing! Definitely going to become a yearly destination.

  • Judy W.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    The cabin is amazing.great location . Beautiful grounds.We will definitely be back.

  • Jacob D.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Loved our stay at the Watauga River Cabins. I was very impressed with the property. Some of my favorite features were the fire pit area/common area, the river and ease of access in & out of the property. I plan to stay here for the Bristol Night Race again in the future!

  • Sammie H.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Great location and property! The place was clean with a grill, blackstone and charcoal grill. Nice fire pit and firewood! Very serene and peaceful will definitely stay here again!

  • Elliott M.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Love it and will return

  • Margo A.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Wonderful stay! We enjoyed walking our dog by the river and on the well maintained grounds. We also enjoyed the beautiful view of the river from the balcony each morning with coffee. The Laurel cabin was cozy with everything needed to feel like home away from home.

  • Angela c.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    Laurel cabin was perfect for our stay. my dogs loved sitting outside along the river. The scenery was gorgeous, The accommodations were clean & adequate. The owners very helpful. I will probably choose to stay in Hemlock or Sycamore next time because of no stairs. Definetly plan to stay next year

  • Ken S.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    The upstairs one bedroom was great although the steps took some effort. The open living room, kitchen and dining room gave plenty of room to spread out. The porches on each end really added a nice touch as well as the fire pit and stack of fire wood. The walkway to the creek was well done and gave easy access. There was nothing to really complain about but I would mention the water pressure was not high even when we were the only ones staying but the hot water was truly and pleasantly hot. We will be back.

  • Amber G.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Great property where we listened to the water down the river all day. The balcony was great for a morning cup of coffee. Our kids had a great time playing outside and going down to the water. Would definitely go back.

  • Theresa H.

    Submitted May 8, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Lovely peaceful setting on the river, quiet country setting. Access to surrounding towns was easy and I appreciated the list of businesses you provided. The views from the balconies were great as well. Managing the stairs with luggage was a bit challenging. Would be nice if owners could build out a bit of a landing zone at door height for luggage to sit on while you open the door. That was such a tiny part of the visit, it wouldn’t prevent me from staying again though. Overall I enjoyed the setting and the stay.

  • Keith B.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Very peaceful property. Scenic. Convenient Love it.

  • Michael G.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    Great location on the watauga River in a country setting. Unique cabin, with Everything needed for our stay. Enjoyed a relaxing evening by the outdoor fire pit. Will likely stay there again next year. There are also two new mini-splits which made it very comfortable when the overnight temp dipped into the low 30’s

  • BenWaiting

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 3, 2025

    Hopefully it is available the next time I visit family!

  • Denis Y.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    Excellent place to stay when visiting Johnson City area

  • Dena A.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    Great stay! We so enjoyed the nature all around us! Very peaceful. We will be back!

  • James L.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 24, 2024

    This is a great place to stay for your trip to Johnson City and surrounding areas. Be advised that each cabin is actually more like a cabin apartment. But it didn't detract from our stay at all. Its clean and cozy. Staying right on the bank of the river is very relaxing. Sunrises are stunning!

  • Erin B.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2024

    Stayed Dec 13, 2024

    Enjoyed time with family! Great location and place to spend a peaceful weekend away!

  • Michelle B.

    Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 14, 2024

    Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Had family come in from different areas to get together and spend some quality time. We are definitely doing it again next year😁

  • Katherine T.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Highly recommend these Cabins, the location is great, so many things to do there and within a short drive. Kiddos had a blast and played outside almost all day! The river is beautiful to wake up to and enjoy a cup of coffee with.

  • John C.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Totally relaxing

  • Karen and MIke F.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    Had an incredible stay. We usually venture into Johnson City to hang out and dine, but didn’t want to stay away from the house. A very clean relaxing place!! Will def be back

  • Jasmine S.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    Very cozy,quite

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