Title: Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! 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 home # Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70067900/70067892/b040354f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70067900/70067892/57c6b04e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70067900/70067892/ae76c4d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70067900/70067892/d456539f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70067900/70067892/d0f04e84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming waterfront river cottage, where relaxation and adventure await. Unwind in the hammocks by the river or soak in the hot tub on the deck overlooking Watauga River's tranquil waters. Kayaks are available for exploring, and life jackets are provided for a safe experience. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! 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. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83082400/83082330/2e886816.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing waterfront cabin with a loft! 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We also are not allowed to have aggressive dog breeds on property. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### Property is also known as House Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN Johnson City Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN Private vacation home 325387 ## 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%7C36.38349%2C-82.31905&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mKCQJ_jY-9QKYj9V_wPX9BDLgMw=) Johnson City, TN #### What's nearby - Winged Deer Park - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles - Johnson City Mall - 15 min drive - 6.4 miles - Freedom Hall Civic Center - 18 min drive - 7.4 miles - East Tennessee State University - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles - Johnson City Medical Center - 19 min drive - 12.6 miles #### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪By-Lo Market - ‬9 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pal's Sudden Service - ‬12 min drive - ‪Chico's Palace - ‬14 min drive - ‪Rocks Wood Fired Grill - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Watauga River and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Boone Lake. Rocky Mount Museum and Winged Deer Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Watauga River Cottage in Johnson City, TN! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole B. 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location 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. ##### Nicole B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas R. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Scenic hideout minutes from North Johnson City 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. ##### Douglas R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zach 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication 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. ##### Zach Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam H. 29 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River Cottage 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. ##### Sam H. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexa G., Montreal, Quebec, Canada 15 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Property Had a great stay. Awesome place right on the river. Great amenities. ##### Alexa G. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara M. 8 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Walk to fishing 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. ##### Barbara M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S., St Petersburg 25 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay right on the River 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. ##### Daniel S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### lisa 26 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved the deck and the view! Owners were especially accommodating. ##### lisa Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harry H. 6 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A GREAT Christmas!! 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! ##### Harry H. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara S. 19 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location--and super clean 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! ##### Barbara S. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max C. 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Max C. 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