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Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a large window, and a comfortable seating area.
A spacious living room with high ceilings, large windows, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area, surrounded by trees.
A room with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, a table with a lamp, a printer, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Watauga Lake
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    โ€ช1 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    โ€ช36 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    โ€ช45 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    โ€ช85 min driveโ€ฌ

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided ยท Bathtub or shower ยท Bathtub ยท Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower ยท Bathtub ยท Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided ยท Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly

Enjoy the serenity of the Watauga Lake House, located directly on the beautiful Watauga Lake. 3 Story house, nestled in the mountains with beautiful views of the mountains, and the lake. Enjoy the wrap around porches on 2 levels, and your own private dock for swimming, fishing, and boating, water skiing, during the summer, and sledding, skiing, and ice skating during the winter months! Rocking chairs provided for your enjoyment :-) We love families and look forward to hosting you on your vacation!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3โ€“17
Children should be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$100 non refundable pet fee, per trip, per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must have a minimum of 3 (5 star reviews). Or a deposit determined by host must be paid up front. Refundable . At hosts discretion
Kayaks /all floats to be returned to the lower deck . Please do not drag on the stairs

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2822966vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pisgah National Forest and Watauga Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Appalachian State University - 39 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 45 min drive - 54.2 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 53 min drive - 66.3 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชButler Trading Post - โ€ฌ23 min drive
  • โ€ชMaddy Moes Pizza - โ€ฌ39 min drive
  • โ€ชThe Crabby Cafe - โ€ฌ43 min drive
  • โ€ชdoe creek beverage - โ€ฌ31 min drive
  • โ€ชShirley's Home Cooking - โ€ฌ43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Watauga Lake House with Private Dock, pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Butler holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Watson Island and Watauga Lake Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great hidden gem!! Great location, beautiful views of the lake and an immaculate home. Wendi was wonderful with directions and suggestions for the area. Had a great trip and will definitely visit again !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lakefront home! Beautiful view from living room and two decks!! Lots of stairs to the lake, so keep in mind. Kayaks available to take down to dock and back up to storage area! Great for an active family!! Living space is lovely, and roomy. Owners very helpful! Be sure to buy groceries in Boone if coming from south, no stores nearby! Great kitchen so plan to cook as no restaurants nearby.A true Tennessee pristine lake adventure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this property for a getaway with my family. We couldnโ€™t have been more happy with the property. It was comfortable, clean, and the host even checked in to make sure that we were doing OK and happy with everything. We really enjoyed relaxing on the balcony and the kids loved playing at the dock. An absolute 10 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2026
Ryan it was a pleasure to have you and your lovely family ! We welcome you back anytime ! Kind Regards Wendi & Lou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and kitchen is well stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thank you for choosing to celebrate your special weekend with us!!! You all are awesome guests and we welcome you back anytime ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜€
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Loved the view and the pool table!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2022
Ben, Thank you very much for the 5 star review! We look forward to having you all stay with us again in the future :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake Trip

Great house and amazingly convenient access if you have or are renting a boat. It was a very relaxing and entertaining trip and the home added to the experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2025
Thank you for the kind words about our home! We welcome you back anytime !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prefect location

Prefect location and great house. The best stocked kitchen of any vacation rental I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2022
Thank you very much for the very kind words Vicki ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

We had a nice time. Great hospitality. The home was clean and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2023
Thank you so much Natalie !! You and your family have been excellent guests and we welcome you back anytime ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

It was a beautiful comfortable quiet place to really relax and enjoy being on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just like to say thank you to Wendi and Lou for opening up their home to us. If you want peace, relaxation, you canโ€™t find a better place. House is fully stocked and they have provided kayaks, paddle board for your outdoor activities. If you are looking for a quiet place to get away, you canโ€™t go wrong
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2025
Thank you for the kind words Brian. We are happy you and your family enjoyed your stay and we welcome you back anytime . Kind Regards, Wendi & Lou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing time away

We had a great relaxing time. The people who owned the house have thought of everything and were so nice to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2022
Thank you Paige ๐Ÿ˜ƒ We appreciate the kind words and hope to have you stay with us again anytime ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Weekend Getaway

Our experience was perfect! The cabin was so beautiful and clean and had something for everyone in our family to enjoy. Wendi is the kindest property owner and her communication is excellent. We are already discussing plans to return this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2022
Wendi <3
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome !

Beautiful cabin on the lake. The cabin was on on the lake with a nice dock for the boat and swimming. Also enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board which was provided. Wendi the owner was great and was available for our needs and questions. Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words about our cabin and we are so happy to know you had a great family vacation ! We welcome you back anytime Steve! Thanks again for choosing to spend your family vacation with us ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Fun

We rented the the house for the second year in a row and enjoyed every day. Perfect for docking your boat and swimming in the private bay. We boated, paddle boarded, hiked, and enjoyed grilling on the deck and hanging out on the dock.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2024
We enjoyed having you and your family! You are welcome back anytime Steve ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Watauga Lake House was. The house was very clean, specious and well stocked with all the necessary amenities.Being situated on a lakefront was great but what made it even better was being provided with four kayaks and a large dock to launch from..There is not a lot of dining or shopping options being in a remote area but if peace, tranquility and quality family time you are looking for, I highly recommend the Watauga Lake House.The owner, Wendi, was very attentive and had good communication before and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Chuck, We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us, and we thank you for your kind words! Glad you all enjoyed the kayaks, and we welcome you back anytime in the future! Kind Regsrds, Wendi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

We had a wonderful time enjoying the beauty of the mountains and lake! We were close enough to Beech Mountain to get skiing in as well! The cabin had everything we needed complete with a floor for the teenage boys to play pool & watch TV. The hosts thought of everything we needed!! Beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2024
Thsnk you for choosing to stay with us! So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and we welcome you back anytime ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Away from it all

We had a wonderful peaceful time at this get away from it all property! Wendi was great and it would laid out very nice with amazing views. Loved the getting away aspect and just being in nature. Supplies in kitchen were great and having the ability to hear nothing but nature noises was great. This is a great house and beds were very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun 2023
CC thank you so much for the kind words about our home! We enjoyed having you all and look forward to having you back anytime !! Kind Regards, Wendi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lake escape!

This house was just as described in the listing. It is a lovely home with thoughtful features throughout. The waterfront access was great for enjoying the lake. The property manager was easy to reach when we had a question. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2022
We are so happy to know you and your family had a great time at the Lake House! Thanks so much for the 5 star review Jill ๐Ÿ˜ƒ We look forward to having you stay with us again๐Ÿ˜ƒ Kind Regards, Wendi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On the Lake.

We were so impressed with this property. The version online doesn't do it justice. The amenities had us spoiled - they were more varied than what we have at home. Definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
PamAnd family it was an absolute pleasure having you all stay with us! Thank you so much for the kind words and we would love to have you back anytime!We appreciate you taking such great care of our home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The house was beautiful. Owners went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. House was a dream home. Everyone absolutely loved it. The dock was huge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2022
Thank you so very much for the kind words๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ We enjoyed having you all ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Kind Regards, Wendi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hallmark Moments

We stayed during Christmas week. We felt as if we were part of a Hallmark movie. It could not have been more comforting, cozy and relaxing. Wendi our host was the nicest kindest host we have ever experienced. The house was exactly as described and communicationโ€™s were so easy. We would stay here again if coming through the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this home. We wanted to be able to enjoy the lake for Labor Day weekend and we celebrated birthdays while we were there. The owners welcomed me with a decorated, birthday theme. They went the extra mile to make sure our weekend was enjoyable. The boat/lake access was nice and easy to get to. They furnished floats/kayaks which was nice so that we did not have to bring our own. Chairs were provided at the dock. The view was great. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2022
Thank you for the kind words Liz and family ๐Ÿ˜ƒ We enjoyed having you all and look forward to hosting your family again ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of the best cabins on Watauga Lake!

Our family had an amazing vacation on Watauga Lake! This cabin is beautiful, spacious, clean and provides more than what is listed! The owners thought of everything to make it feel like home and the dock and fun rafts/kayaks provided weโ€™re awesome. My teenagers loved the home and having their own space. The owner was available and very communicative throughout our stay. She even quickly helped us find a walk-in medical clinic. We can not wait to return!! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thank you Michelle for the very kind words ๐Ÿ™ We are so glad to know you and your lovely family had a great vacation and we look forward to having you back anytime ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home and owner

We booked this home for a ski trip to Beech Mountain. We had 2 adults and group of teens ranging from 13-17. We all had more than enough room. The basement was Amazing for teen boys complete with a pool table. The drive to Beech Mtn was about an hour on windy roads but totally worth it! The owner Wendi went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. Even though it was a winter rental we even got to kayak a bit. We would for sure rent this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kayaking the day away

We had a wonderful stay at the Lake House. Everything you could possibly need was provided. Plenty for kids and adults to do. The kayaks were amazing! Our last evening we paddled and saw a beautiful view of the sun setting. Having three teenagers (13-15) sit still for several minutes and just be in awe of the view in front of them was priceless! Wendi communicated very quickly when I had questions. We would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
We are thrilled that you and your family had a wonderful time at the Lake house! We welcome you back anytime ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ƒ

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