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Entire cabin·Private host

Watauga Lake Hideaway

Ski-in/ski-out access for fun in the snow

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
Tucked away near Watauga Lake, this private cozy cabin invites you to unwind with nature. Relax on the covered porch, warm up by the electric fireplace or enjoy a campfire under starry skies. With boat parking and nearby marinas for rentals, take advantage of lake activities or hike to Laurel Falls just .5 miles away.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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 Lake Hideaway

Private newly remodeled cozy cabin near Watauga Lake. A covered porch with a swing and rocking chairs to enjoy nature. A fire pit to sit around roasting marshmallows, enjoying life and nature. An electric fireplace to warm you up. This cabin is .5 miles from Watauga Lake Beach. We have covered parking for your boat at the cabin. Enjoy all the activities on the lake or if you don’t have a boat you can Rent one at the nearby marina’s or take a guided fishing trip. There are some of the best down home southern cooking restaurants close by. Visit the Watauga dam. The cabin is .5 miles from Laurel Falls Hiking. Enjoy hiking the Blue Hole waterfalls in Elizabethton TN and the beautiful Elk River Falls in Banner Elk NC. Take a beautiful drive on the Tweetsie R.R. Trail in Hampton TN. Come enjoy the Bristol Races. We are 31 miles to Beach Mountain and 37 miles to skiing at Boone NC, 2 hour drive to Dollywood, 20 miles to Johnson city. 20 minutes to Roan Mountain. Visit the town where Popcorn Sutton made his moonshine, “Copperhead Road” was an actual road near Mountain City that is near by.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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: Up to 2 pets allowed , $30 per pet

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Located in Hampton, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The Bonnie Kate and Backyard Terror's Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lakeshore Marina and Fish Springs Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Hampton, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sycamore Shoals State Park - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Milligan College - 25 min drive - 25.7 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 29 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 36 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪J's Corner - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga Lake Hideaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Watauga Lake Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga Lake Hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watauga Lake Hideaway located?

Situated in Hampton, this ski cabin is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Watauga Lake and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lakeshore Marina. Watauga Point Recreation Area and Fish Springs Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Watauga Lake Hideaway Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint country cabin!

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House was comfortable and we loved the front porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caden D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Had so much fun great host very understanding person would love to come back
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin for hiking the Appalachian Trail

This was our second stay. The cabin is great. Clean and comfortable. It is an ideal location for a base camp to hike many sections of the AT. We use Boots Off Hostel less than a mile down the road to shuttle us to and from various trail heads.The host is very quick to answer questions. The outside porches are wonderful for relaxing. Watauga lake is just down the road and there are several attractions near by if you want to do other activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property and the host were amazing. So many hiking opportunities close to the property that's why we went. Will definitely be back and highly recommend to other renters
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lloyd T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Had everything except peace and quiet

The cabin and all amenities were good. It is located on a very busy highway that is on a downslope. There’s a lot of traffic especially heavy truck traffic that use Jacob brakes when descending the hill and are extremely loud. The cabin has a beautiful front porch with a swing, but it is less than 150 feet from the road, and can’t be enjoyed because of the noise. Everything else was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little getaway

Nice little getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Watagua Hideaway

The cabin was great. Had everything you would need. Loved the fire pit. Everything was close, caves, boating, swimming, and hiking. Would definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris J., Pompano Beach, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy stay in the mountains

The property is close by several good hiking trails and the lake. Nearby towns have all you can need and there are 2 wineries about 30 minutes away that we very much enjoyed. Overall a super place at this price point.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet cabin. Cutely decorated. Enjoyed having my own bedroom!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great humble home

This is a great cozy place to stay. Tony was an excellent host, very responsive. Lovely little property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray G., ash,nc

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cozy

Home. was very nice and comfortable beds were perfect Overall everything was great. loved the couch We went hiking everyday The beauty of the mountains was awesome Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kamika F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin beach hideaway bungalow

Everything was wonderful… perfect mix of a secluded mountain top cabin and beach bungalow. Rustic with all the creature comforts. Felt like returning home for the holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Stay in Hampton

Place was clean, easy to find, plenty of room 2-4 people Property is beautiful. Great for a fishing stay if you have a boat to enjoy the Lake. Car noise during the day and early morning is very loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vince V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Watauga Lake Hideaway

Cozy country cabin on road to Watauga Lake. Host is friendly and accommodating. Close to lake and hiking. Near Appalachian trail and Roan Mountain is right down the road. Beautiful countryside! Home is quintessential country cabin - homey and artfully decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany Q., Duck River, Tn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Weekend Getaway

It is on a highway but the property is surrounded by trees and greenery that really make it feel so secluded. It allows you to be in the mountains without all the traffic and crowds of a touristy place. There are plenty of nature outings within the general area and we always found new things to do. The house was clean and comfortable and we really enjoyed our stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Experience

This was my first time to Tennessee and the house was in the perfect area to enjoy the Cherokee National Forest. The owner of the property was easy to get in contact with if there was any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ute B., Apex, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Cottage was really clean and the outside is done very nicely. I enjoyed your cottage very much. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing get-a-way cabin

This was an adorable cabin in the TN mountains. Decorated and soooo comfy! Great fire pit, amazing front porch with rockers and a glider. So welcoming. Loved all of it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Brandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake house

Everything was perfect…. Except highway noise
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not worth the price

We were expecting a place in the woods near the river. This place is next to a busy road, the yard is small and there was no river in sight. I was constantly worried about my dogs getting out and running into the road. The house was fine but not worth what we paid. We left early.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ethan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty nice place to stay.

Overall it was a nice place to stay, with close access to the lake. The only gripes we had, were, the full bed was kinda stiff and uncomfortable. We ended up sleeping on the twin beds the second night. And we had to fuss with the modem a bit to use the Wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Good stay

I was very pleased with Tony (the host) and the cabin. It was clean and comfortable. My only negative is that from the description of the property I expected to be in a more quite remote location close to a lake. However the cabin is right off a major road with a lot of traffic and road noise. It was a great location in regard to access to State Parks and National Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall good stay

The positives were that the place was clean, nice location, good communication with owner, served its purpose for the week. The opportunities are that an air conditioning unit in the second bedroom would help, there were ants but that's what happens in these kinds of places, the pillows on the beds were not comfortable, the bathroom is very small and the hot water tank is good for about 1 and 1/2 showers before it goes cold. Locationwise there is a McDonald's and dunkin' donuts about 5 minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect private and cozy

My husband and I stayed for 3 nights and it was perfect for the two of us. It was cozy, clean, and convenient to fish spring marina( like 4 min) , and it’s definitely private. Only suggestion I have is add some mixing bowls. We cooked our own dinner, but had no bowls to put things in… ( unless I missed it?) Overall- this is exactly as it looked, we loved it, we will be back. Tony was amazing, answered questions right away.. Thanks for a great stay Tony!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024