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Watauga Riverbend Retreat

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Games room
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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Watauga Riverbend Retreat

Watauga River views and frontage. Beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath home on one of the most sought-after trophy trout fishing destinations in the southeast. Beautiful hardwood floors, 4 fireplaces, covered decks and patios for entertaining, or just relaxing. Use of kitchen and private entrance. Access to fire pit, hot tub, pool table and home theater. Close to I-26 for dining and shopping. Kennels available. Private float trips available upon request for $35 per person. bird hunting trips with access to a private reserve The Tweetsie Trail (9.5 mile bike/walking trail) is less than 1/4 mile away. and a golf course 1/2 mile from the house. Allows catered events. Owner lives in separate wing of the house. Please scroll through our pictures to see all the amenities.

Property manager

Vince Davis

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 6,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Extra pet deposit non refundable

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We are on the river so must supervise

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: There will be an extra charge for events
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Watauga Riverbend Retreat Johnson City
Watauga Riverbend Retreat Private vacation home
Watauga Riverbend Retreat Private vacation home Johnson City

About the area

Map
Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Sycamore Shoals State Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Milligan College - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Johnson City Medical Center - 13 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amigo Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Black Olive - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga Riverbend Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Watauga Riverbend Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga Riverbend Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watauga Riverbend Retreat located?

This family-friendly Johnson City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Watauga River and Sycamore Shoals State Park. Elk Crossing and Sycamore Shoals Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Watauga Riverbend Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Everything was great and we felt very welcomed and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The place is made for relaxation and fantastic amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Perfect for our large family. Finally enough bedrooms. 😊 We enjoyed the river, hot tub, theater, and games. Thank you, Vince for the use of your fishing poles. We want to come back and tube the river. The porches were very relaxing and the perfect place to connect with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Lots of room and great view Our second time there and will go back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

This property is exceptional and anyone who enjoys fishing couldn’t find better setting. Loved it and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10

Awesome house,location,host.One of the best places we have ever stayed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

House was great for family. Loved the views, and all the amenities. Made s'mores every night by the river. Wonderful home and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

ved our stay. It was the perfect place to host our family Christmas Party. Beautiful clean house with a beautiful view. And Vince was a very attentive host. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10

Great space, beautiful setting. A little disappointed advertised hot tub not running, owner did fix it during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Gorgeous home with plenty of room for the whole family. Beds were comfortable and so dreamy to have all king beds. The landscape with the river right there is beautiful. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Vince was a good host. House and location was perfect for our motorcycles.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We absolutely loved this place!! Vince, the host was extremely helpful! The place was amazing, very big and decorated very nice! The beds were extremely comfortable. The property is beautiful and it was so nice to sit out on the deck and look at the beautiful water view. Great place for a big family with lots of room to spread out. We will definitely go back! You definitely will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

A great place for our group of 8 to base out of and have a great trip. You are close to hiking, biking Sweenie Trail and rafting. Then you come home to a beautiful deck on the river where you can fix a great meal and relax after a fun adventurous day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

My husband, adult children, their spouses and our three grandgirls (10, 7, and 2) had a delightful time at this spacious, will outfitted river retreat. So very nice for everyone to have their own space and great spaces indoors and out to gather, hangout, enjoy the nature right outside. Our host responded within minutes to every request.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

This house was just fabulous for our family to get together and have an excellent family vacation! Vince was always available for questions, helpful and eager to do all he could to make our stay memorable! The house was perfect for our extended family with 5 king beds, 5+ baths, lots of outdoor space, plenty to do. Fishing, floating and just lots of fun! Make the reservation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This house was amazing. Lots of space for the 9 people in my family. Plenty of room for everyone, 5 bedrooms each having it's own bath. Huge plus! Loved the house. Owner was helpful when we had an issue with something, he got right on it and took care of it immediately. The location on the river is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We visited the area for fly fishing. The house was a perfect spot for us. After fishing each day we relaxed on the decks by the river. The house is large, well equipped, clean, and very comfortable. The host, Vince, made it easy for us and was very attentive to our needs. I would certainly rent this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10

Got in late and was able to just settle right in. Space was perfect for my husband and myself and our grown children with their children. I e had our thanksgiving and did our Christmas Photos’s .. will definitely go back
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

Wataugua River was spectacular feature. We enjoyed fishing, wading in the shallows and just the view from large back porch. The house was large and accommodated our big group extremely well. Kitchen was easy to use to make meals for everyone. it was especially great that all bedrooms had an en suite bathroom. Beds were very comfortable & king-size. Location had easy access to stores or anything needed in Elizabethton. Owner & host were very friendly & accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Six anglers in town to slay some trout. We had an amazing time. After two full days of floating with professional guides, I caught the best trout of the trip off the back of this house. A 22" brown! Please catch and release so others may enjoy! The house is spectacular. So much more than we would ever need. Very well appointed in every room. Very thoughtful regarding amenities. Quality stuff. The owner, Vince, checked on us in person and is a total gentlemen and enjoyable guy. We will absolutely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10

We rented the home for an 80th birthday party with family. This place is truly a venue.The river view and easy access to the river were a huge hit with everyone. The deck was well maintained with plenty of nice seating. We didn't use the hottub but Vince had it ready to use if we needed it. All the bedrooms were huge with private baths. There was enough room for everyone to spread out. The kitchen was well maintained and stocked. I was not able to get in touch with Vince through the VRBO messaging or on the phone # I was given. I had to call VRBO to have him contact me. The day before we left we still had not received check-in instructions. The communication prior to the visit was a little frustrating. However, Vince was extremely accomadating, showing us the home features and calling to ensure everything was going well. Absolutely the nicest guy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

We had a fabulous vacation at what we called “The River House”. We live in CA but all our relatives live in the Johnson City area. We have a large family and we were looking for a place to not only vacation but also have relatives visit. Our trip covered both aspects and met all of our expectations plus. The house is beautiful; every bedroom had an en suite bathroom. The deck that faces the river is huge and we spent most of our time there. The owner, Vince, sold us floats and took us to a launch point where we floated back to the house. However, our children discovered that they could do a short, quick run from the house straight down the river; which we called “the duck run”, and was hugely popular with the younger members of the party. Other amenities that were in constant use were the 2nd floor media room, hot tub and pool table. The 20 mile “Tweetsie trail”, a rails to trails hiking, biking trail is across the street and Vince plans to have 10 bicycles available next year. The Sycamore Shoals State Park is less than 5 minutes away, perfect for families who want to picnic, easy trails along the river and a historic area. No need to travel. All our fun was right at our fingertips. We had a great time and plan to return for many years.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

We had an amazing time at our family get together. There were 10 of us (7 adults; 3 kids), and we had MORE than enough room. First off, the owner of the property Vince Davis, is the absolute best host ever. We read this in prior reviews, and each and every review, was spot on. He was more than accommodating to anything we needed, or questions we had. When we first arrived, he gave us a tour of the home. This house is so large, you really need one b/c the rooms just keep flowing into one another. The house is wired for music via Alexa and each room has a volume control. Vince patiently showed us where the switches were for Alexa/remotes/ceiling fans/AC, etc., which was super helpful. The house itself is just exquisite. Every room is larger than the next! All bedrooms are suites w/adjoining bathrooms, so no one argued over who got which room. Beds were super comfortable too. There is a full size laundry room; theatre room, pool table, two large balconies (one with a jacuzzi/hot tub); large screen TVs in every room, including the balcony, huge dining room, a beautiful kitchen, which is stocked full of everything - TONS of dishes, pots/pans, griddle, toaster, coffee maker, blender, tons of cookware/dishes, large coolers for drinks; and a fire pit out back, which we used on one of the cool nights - you name it, the house has it. The house is right on the river and in addition to the beautiful scenery, we were able to hang out on rafts all day, while others fished. In addition to the house being equipped with rafts and fishing poles, Vince even has a machine to blow up the rafts! He really thought of everything. Also, many places to eat right up the road - lots of fast food places, in addition to an Applebee's and a really good Italian Restaurant, the Black Olive. There is also a Dollar General, Super Wal-Mart, Publix and Food City. My birthday was 6/24, so my husband was able to order a birthday cake from Publix, which is our go to grocery in Florida. Everyone had an amazing time. If your looking for a fun getaway - this is the place. It's secluded, yet close to everything, if that makes sense. Aside from your toiletries, you really don't need to pack much. Vince, thank you so much for allowing us to share your beautiful property, which allowed us to create really fun memories with our family. We are already trying to put another trip together for us to all come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Been hosting trips to the area for over a decade fly fishing on the Watuaga and SoHo. Our scheduled trip was in jeopardy due to the destruction from Helene and our normal lodging was heavily damaged by the flooding and closed for repair. It is a large group(10) men that enjoy the outdoors, fishing, cooking together, and a good time. This was the only place that we felt would accommodate all of us. And it did!!! It was loaded with amenities and really enjoyable. Vance is attentive and keeps up communication. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024