Pets Welcome w/ Fee | 2 Acres & 300 Ft of River Frontage | On-Site Trout Fishing
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-bed, 3-bath Elizabethton vacation rental! Enjoy some of the country's best trout fishing on the Watauga River and unwind in peaceful seclusion. Situated on 2 private acres, this home offers 300 feet of river frontage, a hot tub, and more. Kick back and relax at this waterfront gem!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds - Bedroom 4: 2 twin beds - Additional Sleeping: 2 king air mattresses
OUTDOOR LIVING - Private 6-person hot tub - Riverfront deck w/ seating, fire pit, charcoal grill - Children's playset w/ clubhouse, swings, slides & monkey bars - 2-acre private yard, corn hole, croquette, ring toss - Fishing poles (adult & children) - Furnished deck - Wildlife viewing
INDOOR LIVING - 4 flat-screen TVs (2 are Smart TVs w/ Roku & Peacock streaming) - Pool table, dart board, hook ring, ping-pong table - Wood-burning fireplace - Wet bar, board games, Bluetooth speaker - Baby toys/activities, toddler quiet space w/ half gate
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS - An additional property 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 --
- On-site river access for fly fishing - River rafting, kayaking, & tubing rentals available a half mile away - 15 miles to Watauga Lake - 20 miles to Roan Mountain State Park - 26 miles to Tri-Cities Regional Airport - 81 miles to Asheville Regional Airport - 124 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport
-- 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 - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: - This 2-story property offers step-free entry, however, stairs are required to access the game room, bedroom 3, and bedroom 4 in the basement - 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 - This property sleeps 8 guests in 6 beds, with room for 12 total by using the 2 king air mattresses
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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
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 security system and a first aid kit
Frequently asked questions
Is Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub?
As of 4 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub on 28 Jun, 2026 start from S$530, 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 at Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub?
Self-parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family-Friendly Riverhouse: Fishing & Hot Tub located?
This family-friendly Elizabethton holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Watauga River and Brumit Island. Harmon Park and Carter Mansion are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent host and perfect accommodations for our stay! Thank you!
Jennifer H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2026
Thank you for such a sweet review! We’re thrilled the accommodations were just right and that you had a great experience. You’re always welcome back anytime!
Thank you for your feedback—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re so glad you chose us for your Bristol race weekend! Being close to the action is something many guests enjoy, and we’re pleased it worked well for your stay. We’d be happy to welcome you back for the next race.
The entire house- equipped and delightfully decorated for Christmas
Marianne A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad the home felt welcoming, fully stocked, and festive for your Christmas stay. Creating a warm space where families can relax and celebrate together means so much to us. Come back anytime!
Great house. Only thing would be extra lighting on ramp area/back porch when arriving after dark.
Cathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for the helpful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the house. We really appreciate the suggestion about adding extra lighting on the ramp and back porch — that’s a great idea, especially for after-dark arrivals, and we’re already looking into ways to improve that. We’d love to host you again anytime!
We had a great stay at this property. It is the perfect location if you are fishing the Watauga.
Lockett T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review. You guys were a great group to have in and I'm glad to know that the fish were biting! We would be happy to have ya'll back anytime!
Thank you for the 5 stars! Ya'll were great guests and you're welcome back with us anytime!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gerard
20 Apr, 2024
River stay
Very comfortable, right on the Watauga.Great fishing.
Gerard
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
John
3 Aug, 2024
Great house with plenty of activities
This house is a great location right on the river with plenty to do at the house. It’s a very quiet part of town and easily accessible to hikes, fishing, Elizabethton, and Johnson City.
John
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Will N.
10 May, 2016
Fine House
Very relaxing home over looking the river. Wish I had more time to attempt to fish it! Would gladly stay here again.
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.
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!
Joseph F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Travis
12 Jul, 2025
Family gathering
The house and amenities were fantastic! Well stocked kitchen was much appreciated. We had a large group to feed. River access was great and the property is very quiet and peaceful. Great accessibility for my Mom's wheelchair. Only issues were that the downstairs temps were always very cold compared to upstairs. Overall great experience and would recommend.
Travis
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for this feedback! It's fantastic to know that the property was accessible for your mom. We are so happy that you got to celebrate with so many members of your family and that you made those memories at the Riverhouse. Thank you for leaving the flotation devices for our future guests. That was extremely thoughtful of you and I'm sure they will get use and be appreciated by others. We've added extra blankets to the lower floor to help with temperature comfort, and have purchased an additional outside trashcan so other guests have the room that they need. I remember that some of your guests are local, and if you get another family gathering opportunity it would be our pleasure to have you with us again! Thank you again!
Fantastic place for me and my family. The basement ceilings are low and might be a bit tricky for those over 6’ tall. Fortunately no of us are anywhere close to that height so it was perfect lol. The stay was fabulous. The hosts were tremendous. Definitely worth the stay!!
The house was well equipped. We really appriciate all the instructions throughout the house. Really made it an easy stay. It offered plenty of activities for my family. The girls, 11 and 14 really enjoyed the pool table, ping pong table, and the hot tub. We all enjoyed the riverside setting. We had 5 people but it could house many more. We will definitely recommend to anyone we know visiting the area.
Josh D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review! It was fantastic to have your group stay with us, and I'm so glad that ya'll enjoyed your stay! All recommendations are appreciated because it's wonderful to have great guests like you!
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.
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.
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!
For the rates being charged this old home needs a bit more updating. Beds were so hard, the musty smell of the home was overwhelming, and the towels and some of the linens need updating. The view and the dock was amzaing.
julia s.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Julia, we're sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your stay at this property. We carefully set competitive rates for each property after a thorough analysis of the property itself and the surrounding area, but we're sorry if you didn't feel the price was fitting to your experience. We take these concerns seriously and apologize for any inconvenience you encountered. We have relayed your feedback to the homeowner, so we can work together to improve future guests' experience. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, and we hope to have the chance to host you again! Best, the Evolve Team
Archival
8/10 Good
Ryan B.
12 Jul, 2015
Nice place. No issues.
Very nice house. Kitchen is very old and hardwood floors were very worn, which made it feel a bit dirty. Other than those things, everything was perfect. Lots of linens and clean towels. Beds for 8 people. Wireless internet and satellite TV with all the channels. Great view of the river.
Ryan B.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your trip. We look forward to having you back again sometime in the future! Cheers, The Evolve Team!
My family stayed at the house for a birthday fishing trip. TVA was generating a 1500cfs sluice so wade fishing was a no-go but fortunately we own a drift boat and fished four days. The house is on the river between Hunter bridge and 19 bridge in a good section of river - would be a great spot to wade if flows allow. The house itself is in a perfect location on the middle of the river and close to town. Provides close access to many stretches of the river and a quick 25 minutes to the SoHo. Would definitely stay again!
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!
Erik O.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Archival
8/10 Good
Cindy V.
12 Jul, 2012
Four generations
Four generations of our family, (79 years old to 9 months old, and 2 dogs) met at the River House. There was something for everyone! Relaxing on the deck, tubing in the numbing cold river, cooking and eating in the well-equipped house. We played games, relaxed on the deck and played in the river. There was plenty of room for everyone and even though it was +100° it was pleasant down by the river. We had one little problem and Sarah, the housekeeper was quick to make things right. Thank you for sharing this beautiful place with us.
Cindy V.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the great review, Anthony! We're so happy to hear that you had such an enjoyable stay -- what a great way to bring together all of the generations of your family! (Including canine family members!) We would love to have you back anytime. Keep us in mind next time you're in the area -- Cheers!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erik
18 Jan, 2023
A Frigid Tennessee Christmas
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!