Tranquil Hideaway on Watauga River: Fish & Unwind!
About this house rental
Nestled in Elizabethton, this charming house for $335 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. Few places in the world offer as much beauty as Upper East Tennessee, so make the most of your trip and stay at this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Elizabethton vacation rental home! Enjoy some of the country's best trout fishing on the river and unwind in peaceful seclusion. The abode offers 2 private acres with 300 feet of river frontage, dock fishing, and more. Take a short 20-minute drive and attend an exciting race at Bristol Motor Speedway or cheer on the Bucs of Eastern Tennessee State University. -- THE PROPERTY -- Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Wood-Burning Fireplace | Game Room | 2 Acres & 300 Ft of River Frontage Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: 2 King Air Mattresses OUTDOOR LIVING: Private land/yard, deck w/ seating, riverfront dock, fire pit, egg-shaped charcoal grill, wildlife viewing INDOOR LIVING: Pool + ping pong tables, 4 flat-screen TVs, DVD/VCR player w/ video library, cable, CD player, wet bar, hardwood floors, leather furniture, board games KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, dishware + flatware, Keurig coffee maker, complimentary spices GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C, washer + dryer, towels/linens FAQ: Step-free entry, 2 bedrooms/full bathrooms on 1st floor, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip), grab rails in shower PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), additional parking (1 vehicle) ADD’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom for 5 guests is available in Sevierville with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking -- THE LOCATION -- WATAUGA RIVER (on-site): Fly fishing (rainbow/brown trout), rafting, kayaking, floating, canoeing, pontoon boat rental AREA ATTRACTIONS: Carter Mansion (1.2 miles), Elizabethton Covered Bridge (1.9 miles), Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park (4.0 miles), Fort Watauga (4.2 miles), East Tennessee State University (11.4 miles), Bristol Motor Speedway (15.8 miles), Bristol Dragway (16.1 miles) MORE FUN OUTDOORS: Jacob's Nature Park (8.9 miles), Tweetsie Trail Trailhead (10.1 miles), Watauga Lake (~15 miles), Roan Mountain State Park (20.4 miles) AIRPORT: McGhee Tyson Airport (124 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property offers step-free entry, however, stairs are required to access the game room, bedroom 3, and bedroom 4 in the basement - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the garage and faces the driveway. Camera 2 is located on the back door facing out. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video when activated by motion - NOTE: This property sleeps 8 guests in 6 beds, with room for 12 total by using the 2 king air mattresses
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Elizabethton, TN
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(76 Reviews)
5.0
Property was great. Very clean. The Christmas decorations were a very nice unexpected touch. Also appreciated that they had the NFL network. The place was perfect for our family celebration. We did not spend much time outside but the view of the river was pretty.
5.0
Property was nice. Great location and very quiet home as far as noise during the night. With 4 couples you often hear people up and around throughout the night. This was very quiet. Loved the layout of the home.
Thanks for sharing it with us!
4.0
Good for a large family. Quick access to lots of activities. River was beautiful and loved sitting on all the porches. Beds were pretty comfy and the kitchen was well stocked.
Our only complaint is that the temperature was really hard to control. The basement was freezing and the main level was hot.
5.0
From start to finish Gina was a great help to work with! They are remodeling the kitchen and let us know the floor had just been replaced and the cabinets were being updated. The house was very clean and festively decorated for Christmas (inside and out)! Our family had a great time and would love to come back when we can enjoy the outdoor amenities. Thanks for everything!
5.0
From start to finish Gina was a great help to work with. They are remodeling the kitchen and let us know that the floor had just been replaced and the cabinets were being updated. The house was very clean and festively decorated for Christmas (inside and out)! Our family had a great time and would love to come back when we can enjoy the outdoor amenities. Thanks for everything!
5.0
Nice home with a great view of the river. Great stay.
5.0
Great space for the family. Nice to be able to relax by the river.
4.0
Beautiful tranquil property and just what this family needed!
5.0
We will hopefully return for another trip
Convenient for many locations
5.0
Loved this property right on the River. So perfect for our family needs, well stocked. We were able to frolic in the River when it was low and ping pong was so fun. The Air conditioning works really well!
5.0
Wonderful
Loved this property right on the River. So perfect for our family needs, well stocked. We were able to frolic in the River when it was low and ping pong was so fun. The Air conditioning works really well!
5.0
We booked the house for a family reunion. We fit the family quite nicely. We especially enjoyed witting on the deck by the river, chatting, and enjoying the outdoors. It was safe for the kids. We loved that there were games provided that we could play. We set up the badminton set, played ping pong, fished and made a fire. The whole family was entertained and quite happy. We loved how there was plenty of kitchen supplies to cook whatever we desired with ease.
Only bad things were that the basement was extremely cold. But we found a container with blankets and had everyone bundle up. Also, the poison oak needs destroyed on the steps down to the river - it was avoidable, though.
5.0
The Perfect River House
We booked the house for a family reunion. We fit the family quite nicely. We especially enjoyed witting on the deck by the river, chatting, and enjoying the outdoors. It was safe for the kids. We loved that there were games provided that we could play. We set up the badminton set, played ping pong, fished and made a fire. The whole family was entertained and quite happy. We loved how there was plenty of kitchen supplies to cook whatever we desired with ease.
Only bad things were that the basement was extremely cold. But we found a container with blankets and had everyone bundle up. Also, the poison oak needs destroyed on the steps down to the river - it was avoidable, though.
5.0
We enjoyed the location; the skiers didn't seem to mind the trip to Sugar. The grandchildren and my husband enjoyed the pool table. There were plenty of towels and the kitchen was well supplied.
5.0
Ski trip to Sugar Mountain for children and grandchildren
We enjoyed the location; the skiers didn't seem to mind the trip to Sugar. The grandchildren and my husband enjoyed the pool table. There were plenty of towels and the kitchen was well supplied.
5.0
10
5.0
Our 1st Annual Christmas Getaway, and everything was wonderful. Will definitely use Vrbo again😊
10
4.0
Elizabethton is quaint and the property followed suite. Can't beat the deck on the river!
5.0
Everything was perfect except the fishing part. Was not clear before payment that the river was not for regular fishing. The only fishing you could do is fly fishing in the middle of river or on a boat. The river never stopped flowing fast. After payment we received a email of a phone number to check the times the dam closed and it never did. We tried fishing anyway and lost so many lures, weights, and bait. Other then that, the home came with everything we needed. We would definitely rent again. Thank you
4.0
Parking is limited. The property was as advertised and wonderful
Elizabethton is quaint and the property followed suite. Can't beat the deck on the river!
5.0
Wonderful Family Vacation
Everything was perfect except the fishing part. Was not clear before payment that the river was not for regular fishing. The only fishing you could do is fly fishing in the middle of river or on a boat. The river never stopped flowing fast. After payment we received a email of a phone number to check the times the dam closed and it never did. We tried fishing anyway and lost so many lures, weights, and bait. Other then that, the home came with everything we needed. We would definitely rent again. Thank you
5.0
From the moment the front door opened, I felt ‘at home’! Spacious, comfortable, and plenty of things offered, within, to occupy all ages! Games, books, toys, smart TV (too be used with personal subscriptions), Dish TV, magazines, large dining room table, for family gatherings, ping pong and pool table. Outside is serene and beautiful!
Would love to return if and when we are in the area. The only issue we had that were unable to resolve was the basement’s temperature (freezing, compared to warmer upstairs). Very small price for the many cherished memories that have been made!!
5.0
Home Away From Home!
From the moment the front door opened, I felt ‘at home’! Spacious, comfortable, and plenty of things offered, within, to occupy all ages! Games, books, toys, smart TV (too be used with personal subscriptions), Dish TV, magazines, large dining room table, for family gatherings, ping pong and pool table. Outside is serene and beautiful!
Would love to return if and when we are in the area. The only issue we had that were unable to resolve was the basement’s temperature (freezing, compared to warmer upstairs). Very small price for the many cherished memories that have been made!!
4.0
Everything you need is at the house. Does not sleep the amount of guests listed comfortably. But overall we had a good time.
4.0
The house was very nice. A little on the expensive side for 4 nights.
Everything you need is at the house. Does not sleep the amount of guests listed comfortably. But overall we had a good time.
4.0
Seems to be slipping a bit and costs keep going up.
5.0
The house is a bit outdated and the steps going to the Down floor are squeaky.
Overall the experience was worth it, definitely excede it our expectations. The view of the river in the background was amazing. Also a lot of entertainment for the entire family and plenty of space.
5.0
The house is a bit outdated and the steps going to the Down floor are squeaky. Overall the experience was worth it, definitely excede it our expectations. The view of the river in the background was amazing. Also a lot of entertainment for the entire family and plenty of space.
4.0
Been there multiple times, but...
Seems to be slipping a bit and costs keep going up.
5.0
It’s Worth it
The house is a bit outdated and the steps going to the Down floor are squeaky.
Overall the experience was worth it, definitely excede it our expectations. The view of the river in the background was amazing. Also a lot of entertainment for the entire family and plenty of space.
5.0
Perfect place for our group! We will definitely book again.
5.0
Family get together for pre Thanksgiving!
Perfect place for our group! We will definitely book again.
4.0
Nice house to stay at with its own pier for fishing or cray fishing. Only down fall was strong odor of old wood. Nice kitchen. We love to come back and stay next year.
4.0
Overall nice home. Good location. Excellent communication with owner and local representative. But a bit tight for more than 6-7 people. We were nine one night and the other two nights 8. Without looking back at the website, believe home is advertised as holding 10. That would be inconvenient as it would require putting down large inflatable mattresses in common areas. But overall it was a nice stay. Thanks to the owner and local rep. Good job.
4.0
Beautiful River House
Nice house to stay at with its own pier for fishing or cray fishing. Only down fall was strong odor of old wood. Nice kitchen. We love to come back and stay next year.
4.0
We were pleased
Overall nice home. Good location. Excellent communication with owner and local representative. But a bit tight for more than 6-7 people. We were nine one night and the other two nights 8. Without looking back at the website, believe home is advertised as holding 10. That would be inconvenient as it would require putting down large inflatable mattresses in common areas. But overall it was a nice stay. Thanks to the owner and local rep. Good job.
5.0
Nice home on the river
Home has a pool table, ping pong and plenty of area for kids to have a good time. The river is a little chilly but it will cool you off! Great home!
5.0
Out of the heat!
We thoroughly enjoyed the river! fishing and tubing. The house was big with plenty of room to sit and dine.
5.0
Quiet home on the Watauga River
We really enjoyed our stay at Watauga River. The house has everything you need for a fun, relaxing time. There were plenty of kitchen appliances to make the stay better. It was very clean and nicely decorated.
2.0
Very Disappointed
This house is like an over-the-hill quarterback with bad knees, and the coaching staff keeps pumping him full of cortisone and pushing back out onto the field.
I lived in the Elizabethton/Johnson City area my whole life until recently, and my girlfriend and I booked this house on the water to visit friends and family. From my perspective, this rental is very over-priced and didn't live up to the promises made in the listing. First, the house is very old and outdated. Most everyone who came to visit all said pretty much the same thing, "this is like my grandma's house." When we arrived, the grass was very tall and the outdoor deck area looked like it hadn't been cleaned in weeks and weeks. The grass was about 6-8 inches tall in the back in some areas. I got an email from one of the caretakers, asking us when they could come to mow...they finally showed up the second to last day! Which is frustrating, because we chose this particular rental for the outdoor space.
Also, the internet is incredibly slow. Painfully slow. Hard to stream a Netflix show, slow. This was a working vacation for us, and internet access is vital, and ultimately it was almost impossible for both of us to be online at one time. When we first arrived, the internet wasn't even working, and after a phone call with the property owner we figured out that the telephone junction box where the router plugs into...the wires weren't even connected! Not the cables, the wires inside the telephone box! There's definitely a musty smell in the home. We mostly noticed it around the backdoor area. From the motion light that blinked on and off the first two nights of our stay (and after not being able to find out how to turn it off, I finally unscrewed the bulb) to the painfully low water pressure (don't run a facet while you run the shower) everything seemed like a struggle with this house. Want to play ping pong? The paddles are all smashed. Want to use the grill outside? There's a family of birds inside and the grates and rusted out. Want to watch TV? Only a handful of the channels work. The river view is gorgeous, that much is true–if you can find a sturdy chair to sit in and enjoy it, that is.
Overall, I just felt like we were taken advantage of. And when I reached out to the Denver-based property manager with these concerns, I never got a response back.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Elizabethton?
The average price for a rental in Elizabethton is $131 per night. This rental is $204 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Tranquil Hideaway on Watauga River: Fish & Unwind!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Tranquil Hideaway on Watauga River: Fish & Unwind! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Tranquil Hideaway on Watauga River: Fish & Unwind!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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