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Adventure for all-family, friends and furry pups!
Relax with the whole family & pups (w/fee). Make lasting memories. Escape to a beautiful cabin retreat with access to crystal-clear Watauga Lake* overlooking the Appalachian Mountains. This home base offers endless outdoor activities, including stargazing from the wraparound porch & fire pit. *NOTE (7/2026): Lake levels are managed by the TVA and are currently lower than normal. Boat access to our private dock may not be possible at this time as water levels fluctuate and are beyond our control.
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Roan Mountain View Retreat near Appalachian Trail
Only two miles from Roan Mountain State Park (fly-fishing, swimming, hiking, music, etc.), 8 miles from Carver's Gap Trail Head on the Appalachian Trail, quiet, spacious, new mountain view retreat. Perfect for an extended family gathering. Close to NC Ski resorts, Watauga Lake (boating, swimming, fishing), Elk River Falls and all kinds of natural beauty, history and culture. Enjoy the view from the deck and listen to a symphony of dozens of birds! Barbecue, have a fire and see amazing stars.
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Fluffy Bottom Farm’s Serenity Cabin
The Serenity Cabin offers a 1100sq ft cabin on 70 acres. 1 master bedroom and pull out couch. Best copper bathtub and view around ! Exterior decks on both levels. “Expertly Designed “ TVs . WiFi Gated entrance , long secluded and private driveway . Mountaintop 360* views . Walk , hike , bring your dogs . Access to entire property. Grazing 🦙 🐖 🐐 🐓 from our mini farm next door . We are dog friendly and also offer guests private river access to the Watuaga River 1/2 mile down the road
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Rustic Ridge. A Tiny House Now With Lower Rates!
Welcome to Rustic Ridge. Located in the Appalachian Mountains up a holler in Roan Mountain Tennessee. You will enjoy all the porch rocking AND marshmallow roasting that you can stand. Just sit and enjoy the sounds of the babbling brook while you relax by the fire pit or take a hike on our private trail. With deep woods views and changing leaf color this is truly a treasure. Pet friendly with a $35 fee. AT hikers are welcome with free local pick up and drop off with booking. Come enjoy!
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Creekside Cabin | Pet Friendly | No Cleaning Fee
Unplug at this private creekside log cabin in the NC mountains—ideal for couples or small families seeking a quiet getaway. Wake to the creek, enjoy coffee on the deck, and unwind by the fireplace or fire pit. Inside: vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and a bright, updated space with rustic charm and modern comfort. ✔ Fast WiFi ✔ Full kitchen ✔ Pet-friendly ✔ No cleaning fee Private, yet minutes to Banner Elk, wineries, skiing, and hiking. Perfect for exploring—or simply relaxing.
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Laurel Fork 18th Century Cabin
Escape to the Appalachian Mountains in this beautiful 18th century cabin. Only 25 minutes from Bristol Motor Speedway! Less than 2 miles from the beautiful Watauga lake and boat marina. Across from Laurel Falls Waterfall trailhead and the Appalachian Trail entrance. Endless hiking, fishing, fly fishing and numerous outdoor activities surround the area. Also, sit back, relax around one of two firepits, one stone and one gas fire-glass table on the private deck overlooking Laurel Creek.
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Private Cabin with NEW Hot Tub & Hammock
*If it snows, you will need 4WD or AWD.* *The fireplace is no longer permitted to use due to insurance purposes.* Bear Cabin is one of two quaint, rustic cabins located at Misty Hollow Roan Mountain Retreat. Both cabins are tucked away to ensure privacy. Please read the entire listing for detailed information on the space, area and instructions for your stay. There is a queen bed in the main bedroom as well as a queen size bed in the semi-private loft. Bear Cabin sleeps 4 adults.
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Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Ping-pong, Mt. View , & Privacy
Welcome to Stoney Creek Cabin! Enjoy a peaceful, private, and relaxing stay in our newly (2024) built cabin. We cut and milled the trees and built this cabin on our 50 acre farm and want you to enjoy it. It features a hot tub, ping-pong, foosball, porch swing, and firepit. Whether it is a family vacation or a romantic getaway this cabin will provide the opportunity to reconnect with the ones you love. 8mi to Elizabethton, 16mi to Johnson City and Bristol. Book your stay today!
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❤️Unique Cabin studio, in Heart of the tri cities
Our Cabin has 2 separate units. A separate unit upstairs and a separate unit downstairs. This listing is for the upstairs unit only. A link to the downstairs unit will be listed below. If you would like to book entire place please send me inquiry. What makes this cabin unique is the location and what it offers. Our cabin is walking distance to Bristol Motor Speedway as well as South Holston River. There is a slipway for boat access 0.9 miles away.
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Majestic Peak - Amazing Views and Lake Access
Beautiful mountain vistas with stunning sunsets. Two large wrap-around decks to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets. A scenic path is just steps from the front door and leads to Watauga Lake, with deeded lake access. Public boat launch is one mile from the cabin. Two spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets. A multi-purpose room serves as a third bedroom or game-room. Fully equipped kitchen with everything necessary for meal preparation.
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Red on Roan
Red on Roan is the perfect getaway for trying, stressful times. This cabin is charming and cozy. The atmosphere will remind you of a different era, making guests feel at home. Spectacular front porch views! Perfect for watching the sunrise, drinking coffee, and taking in nature. Magnificent birds, butterflies, and deer habit the area. In spring and summer fireflies and the tranquil sound of the stream make grilling on the deck inviting!
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Joe’s Tree Retreat
Located at the top of a mountain in the Cherokee National Forest, this home is the perfect getaway from the city with no street lights or engine noise! 4/10 of a mile to Lake Watauga and the Appalachian Trail. >15 mins to zip lines, hiking & under an hour to the NC ski slopes. Route to home is on paved, all season roads. Driveway is steep, but parking available on the street also. NO FIRES ALLOWED ON THIS PROPERTY.
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Popular amenities for Carter County cabin rentals
Cabin rentals with a hot tub

Mountainlight Retreat w Hot Tub Pet Friendly
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Creekside Retreat | Hot Tub, King, Fire Pit
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Stunning, MtnTop Lakeview Cabin on Private 8 acres
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Hot Spa Cabin with Deck Views Roan Mountain
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Still Waters @Tn-Buc-Tu
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Bear Cub Cabin +Hot Tub, Lounge @Doe River Landing
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Dakota Ridge
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Laurels Hideaway Cabin B
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Pet-friendly cabin rentals

Charming 1940s Cabin on Roaring Creek
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Close to Downtown, ETSU, JC Med, Mt View, Fire Pit
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Loon Tunes cabin: Dock, Views & Firepit
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Creekside Cabin
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Watauga Lake Hideaway #2
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South Holston Riverfront Cabins-Claude's Cabin
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River cabin on 45 acres of private mountain land
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Ridge Top Retreat- Mtn & Lake Views, Watauga Lake
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Private cabin rentals

Peaceful Riverfront Cabin w Loft *No Cleaning Fee*
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Authentic Mountain Getaway on Roaring Creek!
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Hygge Hus-A Hidden Getaway in the Forest
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Rambler's Rest at Laurel Fork Creek
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Waterfront lake house with dock on Lake Watauga
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Mountain home with epic views!
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Starlit Retreat | Peaceful Cabin Near Beech Mtn
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Lakefront House on Watauga Lake!
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Destinations to explore
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Pisgah National Forest
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Grandfather Mountain
- Linville Land Harbor
- Lake James State Park
- Land of Oz
- Wolf Laurel Country Club
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Appalachian State University
- Banner Elk Winery
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- East Tennessee State University
- Virginia Creeper Trail
- Mount Mitchell State Park
- Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
- Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
- Silver Fork Winery
- Lake Tomahawk Park
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
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