Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!

Johnson City, Tennessee
$257 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly water front river cottage (Approximately 1,700sf). Bring your fishing pole and relax! We have Kayaks and life jackets available upon request at no charge (life jackets required!). Enjoy some time on the hammocks by the river or step into the hot tub on the deck over looking the river.

Please note we do have a video camera overlooking the driveway as well as overlooking the stairway and river bank below the river cottage.

There is also a hot tub for your enjoyment! Must be at least 21 years old or accompanied by an adult.

Two hammocks by the river.

Some of the best fishing on the Watauga river awaits!

Photo shoots , parties , and events must be pre approved based on pricing and availability.

Waterfront property with river frontage to walk, fish, relax and enjoy!

Please let us know if there is anything you need during your stay. Please contact Bryan by Airbnb messenger, text or phone call. Thank you!

Downtown Johnson City -15min
Bike the Tweetsie Trail or Tannery Knobs - 12min
Go to Wing Deer Park - 5-7 min
Bristol Motor Speedway - 20 min
We love pets and especially puppies but do not allow puppies. We also are not allowed to have aggressive dog breeds on property. For example, not allowed to have Rottweiler, doberman, pit bull, German Shepard, etc. If you’re dog is questionable please ask us. There are kids around the property at different times and they can be easily intimidated. All dogs permissible must be kept on a leash.

It is our policy that only guests with reservations may be on the property. This rule is set in place for the safety of all our guests staying on our property at Watauga River. This rule also keeps our property private, peaceful, and intimate for our guests. Our policy requires any parties or events to be pre-approved.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower/tub Combination
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Zach

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    This cottage was amazing. We had the best time sitting around the fire pit by the river and kayaking up and down the river, also. The water was so clear, and it was a very nice place to stay. I highly recommend them, and we will definitely be planning to book there again when we are in the area. The stairs leading down to the river are very steep (as mentioned in the posting description), but other than that, it was great.

  • lisa

    Submitted May 26, 2022

    Stayed May 14, 2022

    Loved the deck and the view! Owners were especially accommodating.

  • Tammie D.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    We enjoyed our time relaxing by the river and on the porch surrounding the house. The hot tub was an amazing way to end our days.

  • Nicole B.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Property was so adorable! The house is very spacious, well stocked and adorably decorated. The river was a wonderful way to unwind from a busy graduation weekend.

  • Douglas R.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    Beautifully remodeled house overlooking a gorgeous scenic bend in the Watauga River--feels remote but is only five minutes from the Bristol Highway in north JC. A rustic modern feel inside, a great bed, and outside, beautiful deck with hot tub providing gorgeous river views. Bryan is attentive but not intrusive and responds to questions instantly.

  • Sam H.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2024

    Stayed Mar 24, 2024

    Wow, what a fantastic place and location. We had everything we needed. Loved the hot tub and the kayaks. Bed was very comfy. Peaceful and relaxing stay. Near to our daughter college and have recommended the cottage to the families of other students. We will definitely be back again. Thanks to Bryan our host as nothing was to much trouble for our just.

  • Alexa G.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2023

    Stayed May 28, 2023

    Had a great stay. Awesome place right on the river. Great amenities.

  • Barbara M.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2022

    Stayed Oct 1, 2022

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay this past week. The host made us feel very welcome, everything from his responsiveness to the treats that were left for us.

  • Daniel S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2022

    Stayed Jun 17, 2022

    We really enjoyed our week at the River house. Bryan could not have been a better host, there was nothing he would not do. The house has been tastefully restored and the location right on the river is ideal. Bryan has great plans for the area do I am sure it only gets better for future stays.

  • Harry H.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2022

    Stayed Dec 23, 2021

    We had an epic Christmas this year on the bank of the river! We appreciate everything Bryan did to make this holiday so memorable in this wonderful property. Cool mountain mornings, hot coffee, wildlife, hot tub! Really doesn’t get any better! Thanks for everything! Highly recommended!

  • Barbara S.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2021

    Stayed Oct 2, 2021

    If this place is available, grab it! My husband stayed here for a week, and it was everything we were looking for. The house has been recently remodeled and was very clean -- comfy beds, wifi and tv! Situated right next to the river with kayaks to use. Getting into town was only about 10 minutes, yet this location was remote and private! The only neighbors we saw were the cows mooing across the street, and the frogs that live in the little pond. Highly recommended!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$257+
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