Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

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Johnson City, TN
  • Popular LocationEast Tennessee State University11 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohnson City Mall12 min drive
  • Popular LocationFreedom Hall Civic Center12 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)29 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free cabin features an arcade/games room and barbecues. The cabin has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Patty Whidden

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Watauga River Cabins Hemlock
Watauga River Cabins-hemlock Cabin
Watauga River Cabins-hemlock Johnson City
Watauga River Cabins-hemlock Cabin Johnson City

About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sycamore Shoals State Park and Watauga River, while Tipton-Haynes Historic Site and International Storytelling Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Johnson City Family Skatecenter, or check out an event or a game at Bristol Motor Speedway. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Milligan College - 10 min drive
  • East Tennessee State University - 11 min drive
  • Johnson City Mall - 12 min drive
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 12 min drive
  • Johnson City Medical Center - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock located?

This family-friendly Johnson City cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Watauga River and Sycamore Shoals State Park. Johnson City Family Skatecenter and Tannery Knobs Mountain Bike Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 173 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scharlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly Retreat
We couldn't have been more pleased with this lovely retreat! The lodging is homey and everyone in my family enjoyed themselves imensly! We enjoyed the cold river water numerous times to get a break from the heat! We can't wait to come back again with more of our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Had a lovely time. So relaxing by the Watauga River. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Perfect for our wedding weekend on the river!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great as always
Wonderful place to stay and love the area. Very peaceful and the scenery is beautiful as well. Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
We visit the area 2-3 times each year. We never stay anywhere but Wautauga River Cabins unless they are booked when we need them. All the comforts of home, without the stresses of home. And the river right outside your door!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny G., Summerfield, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location...
This property on the river is beautiful! We enjoyed the fire pit and tons of wildlife. Deer or turkey were out in the fields almost every morning. The property was clean and had everything we needed for our week long stay. We'll be back again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base
My husband and I came to this area for the Nascar races in Bristol and stayed at Watauga Cabins for several nights. We had all of the comforts of home in a nice setting on the river. Quiet and cozy. We loved hiking the Laurel Fork Trail while in the area. Thanks for sharing this space with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Accommodations
My daughter and I came for a daddy/daughter fishing trip. Everything was wonderful, from the view to the cabins to the day trip fishing. We intend to do this trip again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Complete tranquility
We stumbled upon the Watauga River Cabins in a last minute search over Christmas. The description fit reality! This place is very rustic but also spotless and well appointed. They even had a Christmas tree, which was a very nice and welcomed touch. We kept saying it would be a wonderful place to go as a large group. Hats off to this heavenly location! Thanks so much for sharing it with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
Wonderful location and great cabins. Had a great time with all the family and the Christmas trees were absolutely beautiful. Can’t wait to come back in the different seasons. Had family come from GA, SC, OH, and PA so it was a great spot for all of us. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
great Stay
Had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick get away
Quick get away to meet my son for some guy time. Beautiful location, weather was perfect and caught a few Trout. Pleasant evenings for this time of year we’re enjoyed in rocking chairs overlooking the River, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We loved everything about our Hemlock cabin and the grounds. We enjoyed the outdoor fireplace and being able to sit down near the river to enjoy the peaceful sounds. This is definitely a little piece of heaven❤️ Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy B., HARRISBURG

Liked: Cleanliness
80th Birthday celebration
This property was amazing. We were in town for my mom's 80th birthday celebration. My only complaint was that we didn't get to spend a lot of time at the Cabin. But we will be back to enjoy all it has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness
Always great
Always a great place to stay and great price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome and cozy apartment
This space was perfect for our motorcycle group. The property has an awesome fire pit for reflecting on your day or just catching up. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment and the beds were comfy. The living room seating was extremely comfy as well. It was great to have a washer and dryer too! If you’re on motorcycles the roads to the property are all paved and the driveway is short and gravel but very manageable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful place to spend some lazy days
The location is perfect, out a country road, looking over the river; rocking chairs to sit and watch the river run. The fishing is great, catch and release only. there is a grill, a gas grittle, and a fire pit with plenty of wood. The cabin units have plenty of space, and all the necessities. The kitchen has stove/oven, microwave, coffee makers (both keurig and drip), pots/pans/dishes/silverware. Roku tv and fast internet as well. The owners are really nice and helpful. They are on premises about half the time and they have a property manager that lives close as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing adventure with my Sons
The cabins are great and the location was even better… We went fishing, swimming, sat by the fire and that was all on the property. It was 40 minutes from the Rodeo in the Valley, and 25 minutes from horse back riding in the mountains at Warrior Stables. It was an adventure that will last a lifetime!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Enjoyed our stay. Especially loved sitting by the river. Quiet, peaceful. Everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
This was a great cabin. The cabin was very comfortable. The outdoor sitting areas were comfortable and provided great views. Many hours were spent relaxing by the river. The location was secluded and peaceful, however it was convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton. Plan to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This is our umpteenth visit. We wouldn’t dream of staying anywhere else, relaxing, comfortable, with plenty of outdoor activities available. Just far enough away from town to feel that you’re away from town! But close enough to run in and grab a cuppa coffee if you need some.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M., California, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation!
We absolutely loved this property. The river is right in the back yard. There is an amazing swimming hole just a short float down stream. My husband and friends went fly fishing right down the steps to the water. The place is cozy and has all the modern amenities with the perfect antique cabin feel. The doors are all reclaimed old doors, the farm house sink is truly a farm house sink. We rented all three units and the set up was perfect. We dined Al Fresco every night. The river cooled the back yard under the trees- even in 100 degree weather it was comfortable. And no bugs! Best of all, our dog was in heaven. The owners really though of everything and just the right amount of nothing. I came home from this vacation not feeling like I needed a vacation. The pictures can do it justice, so just imagine perfection.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place...
Perfect location for fishing Watauga. Left longer reviews on the other unit(s). Note there are three seperate cabons in one building.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great stay as always
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had a large group ages 4-92 and everyone had a blast on this amazing property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023