Title: Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120447500/120447446/35c4f34f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120447500/120447446/7a0ecff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120447500/120447446/61ea239b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120447500/120447446/e6dae7e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120447500/120447446/1bf2939b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront provides an arcade/games room and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 4.0 ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront Welcome to Garrett's Getaway, a rustic lakefront cabin on beautiful Watauga Lake in Butler, Tennessee. With three levels of living space, each offering its own bedroom and bath, this retreat is designed for both comfort and privacy while keeping you close to the water's edge. The cozy main level features a welcoming kitchen and living room, perfect for gathering after a day on the lake. The living room TV is equipped with Sling Blue services, so you can catch up on your favorite shows or enjoy a movie night. A full bathroom is conveniently located in the hallway. Upstairs, the lofted bedroom includes its own bathroom, which also opens to the loft for additional flexibility. On the lower level, you'll find a fun entertainment room complete with a TV, a beautiful black walnut bar with an ice maker, foosball table, and pinball machine. This space opens directly to a patio, creating a great flow for indoor-outdoor relaxation. A full bath is located in the hallway on this level for easy access. Step outside to enjoy a stone path leading down to the lake, where the peaceful setting of Watauga surrounds you. Right along the lake, enjoy a firepit with two benches and have s'mores next to the water and under the stars. Please note: the dock was damaged during Hurricane Helene, but a brand-new dock has now been installed. In the winter months, you'll be just 18 miles from Beech Mountain Ski Resort, making this the perfect year-round getaway for both lake lovers and snow seekers. Whether you're gathering around the fireplace, playing games downstairs, or soaking in the natural beauty of the lakefront, Garrett's Getaway offers a true mountain-lake escape. Additional Notes: \- This property is not pet friendly. Thank you for not bringing pets to this home. \- All linens and towels provided for your stay. \- AWD/4WD is recommended for all vehicles coming to the mountains in the winter months. To access Beech Mountain in times of snow or ice, chains may also be necessary. \- Guests returning to Garrett's Getaway may receive a discount of 5% to the room rent, not to be combined with other discounts to the rent. \- Firewood for the indoor fireplace or firepit may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You'll receive two bundles of firewood for $25/night plus tax. \- Home is a distance from a grocery store, please plan accordingly to ensure an enjoyable stay! CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee. TREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. TREC License Number: 758 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119220000/119218700/119218657/821368b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new cabin with HOT TUB, Dock & Lake Access Butler - Hot tub - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=119218657&PinnedHotelID=119218657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19320000/19319700/19319617/adb3284f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Mountain Top Private Log Cabin Lake And Mountain Views Pet Friendly Butler - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 114 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=19319617&PinnedHotelID=19319617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33492000/33491982/fd04ed34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded LAKEFRONT Chalet: 2.8acres, Dock, Kayaks and Canoe, Pet Friendly, Wifi Butler - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 191 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=33491982&PinnedHotelID=33491982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74990000/74983600/74983532/99e082e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Feels Like Home "Lake front" Lake Watauga in the TN Hills Butler - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=74983532&PinnedHotelID=74983532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33560100/33560030/1da54555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MTN CABIN LAKEFRONT,CANOE/3 KAYAKS,POOL TABLE,DOCK,FIRE PIT, FIREPLACE,JACUZZI Butler - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 159 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=33560030&PinnedHotelID=33560030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68360000/68359900/68359809/0dc8f777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### EXPERIENCE THE WATER'S EDGE. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 985299 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.31226%2C-81.94405&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=d1XnNrGARcLOtp8j8ousc3fg1VI=) Butler, TN #### What's nearby - Watauga Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Watauga River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Beech Mountain Resort - 35 min drive - 16.6 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort - 46 min drive - 26.6 miles - Grandfather Mountain - 59 min drive - 37.8 miles #### Getting around - Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 89 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬26 min drive - ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬27 min drive - ‪Pleasent's Country Store - ‬21 min drive - ‪Pizza Place - ‬26 min drive - ‪river view resturant - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront located? > Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps away from Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Watauga Lake Winery is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront Reviews 4.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jenny S. 16 Oct 2025 Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Upon arriving we could not get ahold of the property management company, we had requested an early entry at noon so we ended up just driving there since I had the code anyways. We were the first to stay so I didn’t think it would be a problem. Well it was, upon multiple messages and emergency calls to “management”, we finally just hung out at the winery nearby to kill time meanwhile my food was sitting in the cooler. When we finally got a call back hours later we were told the code was activated. Well it wasn’t. So we called back with barely a cell signal and were given a different code to get the key out of the lockbox. Upon entering it was clear the views in the listing were disingenuous. House was clean. Dusty but clean. My son ended up having terrible allergies there, either from the dust or the bed linens. The beds are NOT queens. They are a full size which is a far cry from a queen, had I known that I would have swiped right on by this property. I slept on the pullout which was in the living room, not ideal. The pin ball machine needed quarters as well, might want to note that in your listing. It was so off putting to not be able to reach anyone. They didn’t leave many towels, or dish pods, although the kitchen was well stocked with things that were pleasant surprises. The fan hood on the stove also doesn’t work. The lake is quite arid that was a surprise but the boys still managed to have fun. Would not recommend this property and certainly not its management team! ##### Jenny S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025