10/10 Excellent
John H.
15 Apr 2025
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The barn
John H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Cabin
Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 483.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Johnson City, TN
- East Tennessee State University11 min drive
- Johnson City Mall12 min drive
- Freedom Hall Civic Center12 min drive
- Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock
The Hemlock Cabin is part of our 'rustic lodge'. Our lodge is located on the banks of the beautiful Watauga River, halfway between Johnson City and Elizabethton. The lodge was designed to resemble a horse barn and sits on 5 acres with over 600 feet of river frontage and consists of 3 cabins.
The downstairs Hemlock cabin has over 900 square feet of living space. The cabin has a queen bed, 2 super twin beds which can be made into a King bed, cat napper sofa, two full baths, along with a full kitchen and living area. The Hemlock cabin can accommodate four comfortably.
All linens are included -- all you have to do is pick up some food and bring your personal items -- all other items will be provided for you! The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, toaster, coffee maker and microwave.
The cabin has heat/air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat screen satellite TV, DVD/VCR, gas fireplace, central laundry facility and gas & charcoal grills.
There is also a full hook-up RV pad with 50 amp service, located on the river. (extra cost) The RV lot has a private deck that overlooks the river.
Very convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton (10 minutes) as well as Roan Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Hawksnest ski resorts (45-60 minutes). Immediately adjacent to the lodge is the Watauga River which is about 100 feet wide and is home to some of the finest Trout fishing in the Eastern United States. Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown as well as several types of Bass and various non-game species. This lower part of the Watauga has been designated as the 'Quality Trout Zone.'
We have other cabins available please call for dates and prices.
Keywords: Cabin, Cabins, Lake, River, Watauga River, Fishing
The downstairs Hemlock cabin has over 900 square feet of living space. The cabin has a queen bed, 2 super twin beds which can be made into a King bed, cat napper sofa, two full baths, along with a full kitchen and living area. The Hemlock cabin can accommodate four comfortably.
All linens are included -- all you have to do is pick up some food and bring your personal items -- all other items will be provided for you! The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, toaster, coffee maker and microwave.
The cabin has heat/air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat screen satellite TV, DVD/VCR, gas fireplace, central laundry facility and gas & charcoal grills.
There is also a full hook-up RV pad with 50 amp service, located on the river. (extra cost) The RV lot has a private deck that overlooks the river.
Very convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton (10 minutes) as well as Roan Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Hawksnest ski resorts (45-60 minutes). Immediately adjacent to the lodge is the Watauga River which is about 100 feet wide and is home to some of the finest Trout fishing in the Eastern United States. Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown as well as several types of Bass and various non-game species. This lower part of the Watauga has been designated as the 'Quality Trout Zone.'
We have other cabins available please call for dates and prices.
Keywords: Cabin, Cabins, Lake, River, Watauga River, Fishing
Property manager
Patty Whidden
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Johnson City
Located in Johnson City, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sycamore Shoals State Park and Watauga River, while Tipton-Haynes Historic Site and The Bonnie Kate are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Johnson City Family Skatecenter, or check out an event or a game at Bristol Motor Speedway. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
Johnson City, TN
What's nearby
- Milligan College - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
- East Tennessee State University - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
- Johnson City Mall - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
- Freedom Hall Civic Center - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
- Johnson City Medical Center - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Amigo Mexican Restaurant - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Burger King - 9 min drive
- The Black Olive - 8 min drive
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Property conditions & facilities
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Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Russ c.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice property overlooking Watauga river
Russ c.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sara S.
6 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway for sports tournament
Sara S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danny G.
1 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
Danny G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pamela J.
14 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just What We Needed
Pamela J.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leah L.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
Leah L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Betty W.
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family holiday stay
Betty W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Michelle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great trip
Richard H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher S.
23 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Christopher S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan H.
22 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time
Alan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle B.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility and peace w beautiful view
Danielle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie R.
16 Sept 2024
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Monica McKinney
Melanie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Jennifer W.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic cabin
Jennifer W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
James F.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape away from stress
James F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip
Chris D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heidi H.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OUR *OTHER* HOME
Heidi H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lucy W.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Lucy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher S.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Christopher S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scharlotte C.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Retreat
Scharlotte C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph P.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Joseph P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn S.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Dawn S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher S.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always
Christopher S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heidi H.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away from Home
Heidi H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danny G., Summerfield, USA
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location...
Danny G.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Patty Whidden
I own a retirement mobile home park in Florida. My wife is a Biology teacher.
Why they chose this property
The river property came into my mother’s family in the 1890’s. My great grandfather built the family homestead. In 1901 (pre-dam) a flood came and damaged the home. With mules and logs they moved the 3,000 square foot, 2 story home across the creek and placed it on higher ground. Before the dam was built in the mid 1940’s, the river would sometimes look like a creek, at other times it would rise and come out its 50 foot banks. In the winter, the river would freeze and my great grandparents would cut squares of ice from the river and bury it in their home for later use. Before the bridge, there was a natural shelf that allowed the horse and buggies to cross the river in front of the cabins.
The ground was farmed until I received it in 2003. My mother was raised on the property, until she married my father in 1947 and moved to Florida. We vacationed here every year, so I have always loved this place. I wanted a place of my own but hated the idea of having it sit empty most of the time. I am in the rental business in Florida so I decided to build something that could be rented when we are not able to be here. At that time, there were no buildings on the property so I was able to start from scratch. I really like the character of horse barns and thought, why not build one that could house people. So, in 2004, we built the cabins and it has been a great adventure! This past winter, we completed our retirement cabin. The cabin has three bedrooms, three baths, and an apartment on the lower level.
We hope you choose us for your lodging in East Tennessee. We know you will enjoy it.
- Gary and Patty Whidden
The ground was farmed until I received it in 2003. My mother was raised on the property, until she married my father in 1947 and moved to Florida. We vacationed here every year, so I have always loved this place. I wanted a place of my own but hated the idea of having it sit empty most of the time. I am in the rental business in Florida so I decided to build something that could be rented when we are not able to be here. At that time, there were no buildings on the property so I was able to start from scratch. I really like the character of horse barns and thought, why not build one that could house people. So, in 2004, we built the cabins and it has been a great adventure! This past winter, we completed our retirement cabin. The cabin has three bedrooms, three baths, and an apartment on the lower level.
We hope you choose us for your lodging in East Tennessee. We know you will enjoy it.
- Gary and Patty Whidden
What makes this property unique
Located on the Watauga River Trophy Trout Section, between Johnson City and Elizabethton, TN.
Languages:
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