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Cozy Wooded Cabin w/Lake Views--Nature Retreat!

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Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Watauga Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Watauga Lake Winery
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Wooded Cabin w/Lake Views--Nature Retreat!

Enjoy a couples mountain getaway in our charming mountain cabin with lake cove views! Located in a wooded and peaceful setting near Watauga Lake in Tennessee. The cabin's location is an easy drive to many of the areas attractions to include: Watauga Lake, hiking, waterfalls, and nearby caverns.

Woodland Retreat offers 900 cozy square feet with charming décor, knotty pine interior, and two main living levels. Enjoy cool lake breezes, the sounds of nature, and the beautiful wooded surroundings offered by two large covered decks on each level of the cabin. The cabin's amenities will enable you to relax and enjoy your retreat. Provided for your additional enjoyment is fiber optic internet with up to 200MBPS+ and a new outdoor propane grill. Enjoy public access to Little Milligan Boat Ramp, which is less than 1 mile from the cabin.

Fall in love with the charm of this fantastic retreat and create unforgettable memories!

Upper level:
On the upper level you have a fully stocked kitchen for all your cooking needs. Provided is a fridge, range, microwave, toaster, and single serve coffee maker. An intimate two-person dining table area is provided adjacent to the kitchen and main living area. Next, get comfortable in the main living area where you can grab a blanket, snuggle-up, and enjoy the electric fireplace while reading a book or watching a movie on the 50'' Smart TV. The full-bathroom is also included on the top level, where towels, mini-toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and lotion) are provided for your convenience.

Lower Level:
The lower level can be accessed via stairs off of the kitchen, which leads to an open bedroom with a queen sized bed and a 32'' Smart TV. The lower level has a separate entrance to take you to the lower level deck. Also provided in the bedroom is a comfortable chair for additional seating.

Parking:
Parking is only allowed in the upper section of the property and near the black fence. You are responsible for any tow fees if parked in any other space. Parking accommodations suitable for two vehicles.

Nearby Attractions:
Laurel Fork Falls Trailhead 15-minute drive
Doe Mountain Recreation Area 25-minute drive
Villa Nove Vineyard 25-minute drive
Stateline Drive-In Movie Theater 25-minute drive
Beech Mountain Ski Resort 60-minute drive
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort 60-minute drive
Appalachian State University 55-minute drive
Biltmore House 1.5-hour drive
Bristol Speedway 40-minute drive
Bristol Caverns 50-minute drive

Pets:
Dogs are allowed by pre-approval only and with a nonrefundable $50 pet fee (max 1 dog). Pet fee must be paid prior to check-in or the dog will not be allowed. Dogs should be up-to-date on vaccines and must be crated when left alone. Dogs are not allowed to use the interior or exterior of the cabin for the bathroom. Dogs must use the bathroom in the grass. Small and medium-sized dog breeds are allowed (under 50 pounds). No cats allowed.

Smoking:
Please no smoking.

Nature:
Please be advised that this listing in unique and special due to its ability to connect you with nature. You may be exposed to wildlife, insects, mountain terrain, and varying weather conditions. In addition, the host is not responsible for acts of mother nature, which may impact service outages.

Mechanics of the Cabin:
Woodland Retreat is on a septic system, which does not support the use of "flushable" products besides the septic-safe toilet paper that we have provided. Any stoppage or blockage due to unapproved items being flushed during your stay will be your responsibility, and will be processed through VRBO.

Preparing for your stay:
Please prepare for your cozy and secluded retreat in advance. We encourage you to fill up your gas tank, obtain groceries, set your map applications, and download the welcome message before leaving nearby cities. We are located in the Cherokee National Forest, which includes mountain terrain and rolling hills. Please be prepared for spotty cell service until you arrive to our cabin. For our winter guests, please be advised that 4WD is recommended.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest may only use septic-safe toilet paper while at the cabin. Do not flush any other items down the toilet.
We are located in the Cherokee National Forest so no fireworks of any kind are permitted.
Please note: Host may not be readily accessible during the hours of 9PM EST-7AM EST.

Important information

You need to know

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 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 first aid kit

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 26 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 46 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Land of Oz - 48 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 69 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Captain's Table - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's Home Cooking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shirleys Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Wooded Cabin w/Lake Views--Nature Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Cozy Wooded Cabin w/Lake Views--Nature Retreat! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Fish Springs Marina and Watauga Point Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Mountain Getaway

Had an amazing time at this cozy cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Cozy Cabin

Visiting family in mid-November, cabin was a quiet cozy retreat after spending time with family, my nieces baby shower and adventuring to local breweries and restaurants. A surprise snow shower made it all magical evan had time to makesnowman
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Fabulous and peaceful

Exactly what we needed after the loud, busy Nascar race. It had everything we required and then some. We recommend a sunset dinner on the deck with the peace of the forest surrounding you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

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

Relaxing getaway

Loved the cleanliness of the cabin and enjoyed spending time on the deck! Great place to bring a pet!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Mini Vacay for a Wedding

Cabin and location was beautiful. Very peaceful. Property manager very accommodating and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher P.

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

wonderful quiet cabin

We had a very peaceful time nestled in the woods. The cabin was clean and had all we needed aside from food.We will come again. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Great getaway

Perfect place for a couple staying the weekend in the area for a wedding. Everything was exactly as advertised. Would highly recommend and/or stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry H.

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

Beautiful part of TN

Hot tub would be nice in this peaceful location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

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

Relaxing

We had a nice relaxing weekend, kayaking,fishing and exploring! The cabin had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Great weekend on the lake

Great little cabin with plenty of privacy. Minutes to public boat ramp.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

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

Comfortable and Inviting

Great little cabin on the lake. We enjoyed the view and solitude while there. Would definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

July 2024 stay near Watauga Lake

We had a great time and the property, Wifi, and everything was very nice. You will be out "in the woods" a bit - watch out for deer. The bedroom is downstairs and the bathroom is on the 1st floor. Very comfortable cabin with good A/C and small, but functional, kitchen (as expected). My wife and I loved it ...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ralph N.

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

Clean, Spartan

A little remote, and pretty Spartan. I could have used a small dresser in the bedroom, I hate living out of an open suitcase for days. No bathroom downstairs where the bedroom is. On the plus side, it was spotless clean, the outside deck was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

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

Great getaway

Enjoyed our stay. Cute cabin everything we needed for our trip to visit family. Host was super nice and helpful. We will be back when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Fantastic Getaway

Great cabin for 2 tucked away in the hills of Tennessee. Wife fell in love with the place immediately. Clean and comfortable exactly as listed. We came down to do Thunder Valley and hope to rent this property for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Anniversary Retreat

Very peaceful and pleasant stay in this hidden gem.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Great spot for a short getaway

Very clean, good communication from host, quiet spot to relax and unwind. Just what was needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

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

week of calm

A beautiful cabin in a great setting. We enjoyed every minute. this is just the place to rewind and relax. five stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

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

Cute Cabin

This cute cabin was perfect for the two of us! We cooked breakfast, watched TV, played Nintendo and slept well. If we had been around more and it was warmer we would have loved sitting on the decks. The couch and bed were comfortable and everything worked well. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jackie c.

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

Comfortable and Remote in the Scenic Hills of Eastern Tennessee

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this rustic cabin. It was spotless, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we could possibly need. Check-in was super easy, and Carrie was good at responding to our questions quickly. The location is remote, but there is a Dollar General about 10 minutes away. Gas and larger grocery stores are about 20 minutes away, in Hampton. We would love to visit again and highly recommend Woodland Retreat for anyone wanting to get away and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Peaceful hideaway

This is a great little cabin very peaceful and relaxing.Host was wonderful, would gladly come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

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

Nice quiet getaway

Quiet area. No one in neighborhood to speak of but this is February!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

We Recommend Woodland Retreat

Woodland Retreat is an extremely comfortable cabin on beautiful Watauga Lake. The cabin is a little remote but the area is wonderful with picturesque mountain and lake views all around. This cabin is super clean with great amenities and everything you need provided. The host Carrie was very responsive and helpful. Woodland Retreat was cozy, well appointed, and the two covered decks were very relaxing. My wife and I enjoyed our stay and will come back again in the future. We highly recommend Woodland Retreat for a wonderful couple's getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Your host

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I am a nature enthusiast who enjoys hiking, exploring, and basking in mountain and lake views.

Why they chose this property

Woodland Retreat is situated on a secluded 1-lane 1-way gravel road, which allows you to loop around the neighborhood. This “loop” provides a stress free way to navigate the mountain without worrying about oncoming traffic. Woodland Retreat can be accessible with any vehicle, as there are no steep curves or climbs. However, 4-wheel drive is encouraged during the winter months.

What makes this property unique

Woodland Retreat is a secluded cabin that is accessible through a private road used by property owners and their guests. You may have the opportunity to see deer, bear, and other wildlife while enjoying the quiet neighborhood.

We are a brief 5 minute drive to Watauga Point Recreation area, which provides lake views and picnic tables for your enjoyment. Woodland Retreat is also a short 10 minute drive to Pond Mountain Shooting Range and Shook Branch Beach, which provides public swimming access. Within a quick 20 minute drive you will access the Laurel Falls Trailhead and enjoy scenic views of a 55-ft waterfall. You will also be able to enjoy Doe Mountain Recreation, which is 25 minutes from Woodland Retreat.

If you want to stay cozy in the cabin, we have books, puzzles, movies, and lake-cove views for your enjoyment.