Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake
This adorable 3 bedroom house is located on 2 acres with a beautiful view of Watauga Lake! Centrally located, it's a half mile from the Butler Trading Post, Bayview Marina public boat ramp, Maddie Moe's pizza, Butler Museum, and Butler Fitness Center. Bring your swim suits, yard games and grillin' skills. Enjoy sunset dinners on the patio, surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Blue Ridge.
This property is in a peaceful agricultural neighborhood populated by locals. Watauga Lake can be accessed by a 3 minute walk down the road, or by either of the marinas within a mile of the house. There is a large front and back yard, as well as a wooded area to explore. The front porch is a secluded place to have a private moment away from the family, while the large back porch sports a couch and 3 tables for gathering with the group, with an incredible Watauga Lake sunset view. All three bedrooms have queen beds, and one room has a twin trundle bed for extra accommodation. Access all your favorite streaming services from the brand new smart TV in the living area for movie night. Everything you need to make a meal (minus the groceries!) can be found in the kitchen. Kiddos (and playful grownups) can bounce their wiggles out on the full sized trampoline in the front yard.
Please note that at this time, we cannot host pets.
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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
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
About the neighborhood
Butler
Located in Butler, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. The Bonnie Kate and Backyard Terror's Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina. Jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Appalachian State University - 51 min drive - 63.8 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Rico's Pizza & Sub's - 45 min drive
Barker's - 33 min drive
Big Red Produce - 39 min drive
Butler Trading Post - 12 min walk
Misty Waters Bait and Deli - 30 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake?
As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake on Sep 1, 2026 start from $191, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Compass Rose: Orient yourself! 3 bedroom peaceful retreat on the lake located?
Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Watauga Lake and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Watauga River. Fish Springs Marina and Watauga Point Recreation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Awsome place great owner awsome neighbors met friends for life rented it for 3 weeks in march and a week in September.
James V.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mark
Oct 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location, well maintained, comfortable furnishings, nice kitchen, great communications, WiFi was good and easy to access. Will try to stay again! AAAA+++
Loved staying here! Brooke was great and the place as very peaceful. The only negative I have was that there was a lot of ants in the kitchen, but other than that the house was clean and very comfortable.
Lou M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2022
Thanks for staying with us Lou, I appreciate your review. We are working on the sugar ant situation, we’re trying a new technique, so hopefully will see results soon. Country living!
This was the perfect location to be close to family we were visiting while having a comfortable quiet place to return to. My friend has difficulty with status but has no problems at this property and we were so happy to find it.
We really enjoyed our stay here. Very relaxing. Well stocked with everything we needed. Looking forward to returning. Brooke was fast with responses when we had questions and very pleasant to deal with.
The compass rose is a great little home to get together with friends and family and enjoy the peace and quiet of Butler Tennessee. Brooke is a fantastic host and very easy to work with. Very accommodating, I can't rave enough.
Clean as a pin.
Excellent weather.
It was so nice and cool.
Love lake Watauga.
Friendly neighbors.
Great communication with owners.
Enjoy the area birds, wildlife and cove view.
We’re at this property, once again. It was perfect the 1st time and we picked this one again. We’re so pleased with this property, we’ve got it reserved later this year!
Never any problems with this property. Easy check in. Great location. Great accommodations and amenities. When traveling to this area, will ALWAYS check if this property is available!
The property was well appointed and as listed. We were hiking during the day and then playing board games in the evening. We had some communication with the owners and they were prompt and friendly. The house had some sugar ants but the owner plans to take care of this immediately and this did not impact our stay nor our opinion of the property.
We enjoyed the property! It was perfect for families with kids/teens. I always look for places with little to no knickknacks (toddler) and single story layout. We love the yard, the older kids tossed the football while the littles watched the cows across the street roam the hill.
We are a family of three living in nearby Boone, NC. I am a homesteader, podcaster, and soil biology geek, and my husband Cory is an artisan woodworker and contractor. Our son Julius is 9.
Why they chose this property
We love everything about this property. We've been coming out to Watauga Lake for years, and when this property became available, we jumped on it. The 2 acre property has a huge flat lawn and wooded area that we love. We can see the lake from the front porch, and we love spending time kayaking and taking the power boat out and exploring all the coves on the lake. This place is very special. The water is exceptionally clean, and it is surrounded by mountains of the Cherokee National Forest. We come here to clear our heads and get away from the everyday grind of work. It works every time!
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