River Rock Retreat – Watauga Lake Views, Dock, Firepit, Summer Fun

Butler, Tennessee
$464 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 9

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Enjoy stunning Watauga Lake views from this beautiful home nestled in a quiet neighborhood. This retreat offers kayak, paddleboard, and shared dock access in a serene cove. Relax on the deck as you rock your worries away, or unwind on the porch swing by the fire pit. Take in the sunset, float around the peaceful cove, or bring a boat (or rent one from a nearby marina) and explore over 180 miles of shoreline. Hosted by WataugaLakeVacations, River Rock Retreat is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and make lasting memories.

Inside the home:
- First floor: Features a queen bed ensuite with a full bath, a kitchenette, and a separate entrance.
- Main floor: Includes a spacious living room with a wood-burning river rock fireplace, an open dining area with a fabulous kitchen, and a massive bedroom with a king bed and seating. There's also a full bath with a shower and jacuzzi tub, as well as a half bath and a laundry room with a washer/dryer.
- Third floor: Offers more spectacular lake views, another bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite full bath, and a second living room/den with ample seating and a play nook for kids. Multiple Roku TVs are available throughout the home for all your streaming needs.

Outdoor living:
- Main floor deck: A large area with a gas grill and a dining table with seating for six and an umbrella, perfect for dining, entertaining, or just relaxing. Nearby, enjoy rocking chairs with views of the lake.
- Lower porch: An outdoor living room with a gas fire pit and porch swing. Cornhole boards are available for yard games, or you can play under the covered porch.
- Dock: A kayak and paddleboard are provided, with life jackets available. Enjoy the quiet cove or venture out to the main channel. Fish, sunbathe, swim, or simply unwind. Water sports equipment rentals are available upon request, including water skis, a 3-person tube, kneeboard, tow ropes, and additional paddleboards. The Little Milligan boat ramp is just three minutes away, and there is space at the dock to moor a boat during your stay.

Year-round enjoyment:
- A gas fireplace on the porch and a wood-burning fireplace inside during the winter.
- After sunset, outdoor lighting allows for continued fun with cornhole or relaxing with games and entertainment.

Explore the area:
- Boone, NC, is just 39 minutes away, and Johnson City, TN, is 38 minutes away, both offering a variety of activities.
- Elizabethton is a short 23-minute drive for dining, shopping, and ice cream
- The Appalachian Trail is just 14 minutes away, along with Roan Mountain State Park, Sugar Hollow Retreat, golf courses, a winery, and nearby snow skiing, tubing, and snowboarding options.
- A comprehensive list of local recommendations for activities, food, and drink are provided.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2600 Sq Ft (242 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Massages
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Iron/ironing Board
  • 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 : 9

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Review Review

  • Donna M.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2026

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    My husband and I took our 4 kids on a Christmas getaway we'll never forget. From the slow mornings of drinking coffee/hot chocolate on the deck with the most peaceful view to eating at some amazing restaurants and to top it off we had unexpected snow! This house is perfect for a summer or winter getaway and has the perfect layout for a family with kids and another couple or grandparent. We have no complaints and hope to be able to come back again!

  • Debbie F.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    This place is beautiful and relaxing located across the street from the lake. We came up to go to the Bristol race and everything was sold out. This was 45 minutes from the race track. The home has everything that you could need. It was only the 2 of us and the home could have fit 8-10. It was easy check in and constant communication. It is well stocked with everything and bed was so comfy. The driveway going to the house was a little sketchy and we had to put into 4WD because we were coming home at 1 AM every night. I would definitely stay again. Thank you for a great stay and hope to be back soon. The Florida Fox's

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$464+
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