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Bear Cub Cabin Watauga Lake - Come Home For The Holidays
Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Butler, TN
- Place, Watauga Lake1 min walk
- Place, Beech Mountain Resort37 min drive
- Place, Sugar Mountain Resort46 min drive
- Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)68 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Guest bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Loft
2 Twin Beds
Master bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Bear Cub Cabin Watauga Lake - Come Home For The Holidays
Come home for the holidays to this beautiful cabin located on Watauga Lake. Escape to the mountains to choose your family's perfect Christmas Tree. Enjoy hayrides, hot cocoa, and visits with Santa while selecting your tree at a nearby locally owned farm. Ski season is here! Choose from three different ski resorts nearby, Appalachian Ski Mountain, Beech Mountain Ski Resort, and Sugar Mountain Resort. Ice skating and snow tubing are also fun options while visiting the mountains. Bear Cub Cabin combines mountains and lakes to equal the perfect place to book your next vacation! Same day booking is possible. Calendar will not show open, message the owner to check availability.
This property is lakefront with a private covered dock and an amazing fire pit area. The view is spectacular with Cherokee National Forest directly across from the lake. This cabin has 2 adjoining bedrooms, a loft, one bath, a covered porch, and a deck. The cabin includes a king-size bed, a queen-size bed, and two twin beds in the loft area. We are excited to announce that overlooking the lake, we have a brand-new tranquility aqua therapy 6-person hot tub with a lounger seat, led lighting, and Bluetooth. Cabin is spotless and well stocked for cooking and grilling. Full-size stainless-steel appliances, washer and dryer, granite countertops, wireless internet, heating/cooling, kitchen and grilling utensils, propane grill, and plenty of outdoor furniture including new fire pit chairs. Towels and linens are supplied. Snuggle up by the floor-to-ceiling gas log fireplace. Three flat-screen tv's with over 10,000 tv shows and movie options. Large patio area around the fire pit. Enjoy the view and bar area on the deck while grilling. New Vibe Kayak, Vibe Paddleboard, and Ascend Kayak, lifejackets, and a floating Rubber Duckie Mat for the water are available for guests to use. There are 60 stairs to get down to the dock. Head down to your own private dock to watch the perfect sunset. Ample parking space that is flat and level if pulling a boat or ATV trailer. You can rent a boat from one of the local marinas or bring your own boat and tie to the side of the dock during your stay. Two jet ski ramps are available for guests to use if bringing jet skis. New public boat ramp 5 minutes away. Types of fish found on Watauga Lake are: rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish and more. Local grocery stores are 20 minutes away. Things to do nearby: Appalachian Ski Mountain, Beech Ski Resort, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and Hawksnest Snow Tubing. Virginia Creeper Trail, Bristol Motor Speedway, Villa Nove Vineyards, Downtown King Street in Boone, Elk River Club for the golf enthusiasm and Doe Mountain Recreation Park. Doe Mountain Recreation Park offers more than 50 miles of trails for ATV, UTV, and hiking. Earn points while staying with us with One Key, the new rewards program for booking with family brands Expedia, hotels.com, and VRBO. A maximum of 6 guests is allowed. No smoking or parties, pets are allowed with fee (message owner for restrictions). Come see what lakefront living is all about at Bear Cub Cabin!
This property is lakefront with a private covered dock and an amazing fire pit area. The view is spectacular with Cherokee National Forest directly across from the lake. This cabin has 2 adjoining bedrooms, a loft, one bath, a covered porch, and a deck. The cabin includes a king-size bed, a queen-size bed, and two twin beds in the loft area. We are excited to announce that overlooking the lake, we have a brand-new tranquility aqua therapy 6-person hot tub with a lounger seat, led lighting, and Bluetooth. Cabin is spotless and well stocked for cooking and grilling. Full-size stainless-steel appliances, washer and dryer, granite countertops, wireless internet, heating/cooling, kitchen and grilling utensils, propane grill, and plenty of outdoor furniture including new fire pit chairs. Towels and linens are supplied. Snuggle up by the floor-to-ceiling gas log fireplace. Three flat-screen tv's with over 10,000 tv shows and movie options. Large patio area around the fire pit. Enjoy the view and bar area on the deck while grilling. New Vibe Kayak, Vibe Paddleboard, and Ascend Kayak, lifejackets, and a floating Rubber Duckie Mat for the water are available for guests to use. There are 60 stairs to get down to the dock. Head down to your own private dock to watch the perfect sunset. Ample parking space that is flat and level if pulling a boat or ATV trailer. You can rent a boat from one of the local marinas or bring your own boat and tie to the side of the dock during your stay. Two jet ski ramps are available for guests to use if bringing jet skis. New public boat ramp 5 minutes away. Types of fish found on Watauga Lake are: rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish and more. Local grocery stores are 20 minutes away. Things to do nearby: Appalachian Ski Mountain, Beech Ski Resort, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and Hawksnest Snow Tubing. Virginia Creeper Trail, Bristol Motor Speedway, Villa Nove Vineyards, Downtown King Street in Boone, Elk River Club for the golf enthusiasm and Doe Mountain Recreation Park. Doe Mountain Recreation Park offers more than 50 miles of trails for ATV, UTV, and hiking. Earn points while staying with us with One Key, the new rewards program for booking with family brands Expedia, hotels.com, and VRBO. A maximum of 6 guests is allowed. No smoking or parties, pets are allowed with fee (message owner for restrictions). Come see what lakefront living is all about at Bear Cub Cabin!
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Amenities
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Hypoallergenic Dogs Only - message owner details
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Butler
Located in Butler, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watauga Lake and Williams Island, while Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum and Heritage Hall Theater are cultural highlights. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Butler, TN
What's nearby
- Watauga Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Beech Mountain Resort - 37 min drive - 34.4 km
- Sugar Mountain Resort - 46 min drive - 50.0 km
- Appalachian State University - 46 min drive - 48.9 km
- Grandfather Mountain - 60 min drive - 67.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Butler Trading Post - 14 min drive
- Monsoon - 10 min drive
- JJ's Cafe - 16 min drive
- Pleasent's Country Store - 8 min drive
- It's A Jersey Thing - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Oct 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matthew P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Justin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hunter O.
May 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Hunter O.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
K M.
Aug 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


K M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
jacob s.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
jacob s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location

Michelle P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and view!
Sarah W.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jill P.
Dec 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jill P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Larry
Jan 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Larry
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug T.
May 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace!
Doug T.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian A.
Mar 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable lakeside retreat
Brian A.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelli H.
Jul 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at the cabin!
Kelli H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zoltan M.
Dec 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Zoltan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda H.
Nov 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and cute
Brenda H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Craig H.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellence at Bear Cub Cabin
Craig H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Khan
Mar 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Khan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
Oct 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Mountain Lake retreat
Scott K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sam R.
Jun 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Sam R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aaron J. B.
Jun 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!
Aaron J. B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
Oct 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Lisa H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Instant relaxation
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
William G.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black Bear Cabin
William G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl M., Indiana
Apr 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place
Cheryl M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth L.
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Kenneth L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Charity Miller
At Bear Cub Cabin we love making memories with our closest family and friends. We love waking up to coffee and the amazing view. We spend most nights talking by the fire pit and eating s'mores. One of our favorite things about lake life is watching our children learn watersports and spending our days together at Watauga Lake.
Why they chose this property
At Bear Cub Cabin, there are so many things to do while staying here. If you love staying active or enjoy relaxing, there is something for everyone. We have supplied this cabin with essential items. There are several areas to enjoy at this cabin. Inside watching the game on the tv, fishing on the dock, or looking at the stars sitting by the firepit, there is something for everyone.
What makes this property unique
This cabin has many areas to spend your time in. You can enjoy the inside of this cabin, lounge on the dock, play on the water, or spend hours by the fire pit just enjoying the view.
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