Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City

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A porch with a swing chair, a view of a rural landscape with mountains, and a barn.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden entertainment unit, and a cozy seating area with a rocking chair.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden island, and a chandelier.
A room with a wooden floor, a white bench, a small table with a pitcher, and a door leading to another room.
A neatly made bed with white bedding, a black metal headboard, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Hampton, TN
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Hampton

Hampton is home to this vacation home. Carter Mansion and Tipton-Haynes Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lakeshore Marina and Fish Springs Marina. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark or Mountain States Health Alliance Athletics Center.
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Hampton, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Cat Island Park - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
  • The Bonnie Kate - 11 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail - 12 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Watauga River - 12 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City?

As of Nov 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City on Feb 8, 2027 start from $209, 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 Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City located?

Situated in Hampton, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Watauga Lake, Black Mountain, and Cat Island Park. Harmon Park and The Bonnie Kate are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very welcoming, I loved the decor. It had all the basics we needed. Beds were comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie was great to work with. Nice Kitchen with everything you need, Bedrooms are comfortable. Nice to sit on the porch in the morning with your coffee and soaking up the sun.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and well stocked with most anything you would need to feel at home. The view of the mountains from the porch was breath taking. Thank you for allowing us the pleasure of enjoying your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy and quiet spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great mountain cottage located in a good location to explore eastern Tennessee. The house was easy to find, very nice inside and out. The kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials that one may need for cooking. The host is very quick with responses and aims to please and make sure your stay is seamless.
Beautiful view from the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time! The house was perfect for our family's stay! My husband and I traveled with our four kids, ages 7, 4, 2, and 1 and made so many beautiful memories together, soaking up the porch swings, movie night hangs on the cozy couch, and looking at the cows next door were a few of our favorite features! I’d definitely recommend this little spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2025
Thank you so much for your sweet review and for choosing Hilltop Hideaway! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay - y'all are welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Very homey beds very comfortable really fell in love with the porch and swing and the view will probably stay there again in the future
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 18, 2024
Thank you for your sweet words, Kathy! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain house

Beautiful house with a beautiful view and very quiet. Julie was there for any questions I had and a great host.
Stayed 43 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent property, great communication with the owner and fantastic decor. The porch swing with the amazing view was a favorite as was the coffee bar!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Nice was nice and cozy, had a good time. Beds werent that comfy, kinda hard. The couch was a a better sleep
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice countryside home

Our family had a nice stay! The home has everything that you could need! Our favorite part was the big front porch that offers great mountain views along with all the sounds of country living! Also, Julie was great to work with and quick to respond to messages!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Our family of 5 had a great stay. We didn't spend much time at the house since we spent most of our days visiting family nearby, but we felt at home when we returned each evening. We had one issue with the heat on the first night, but Julie was incredibly responsive and even followed up the next day. The home was decorated nicely, and we'd definitely consider staying again when we return to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just the ticket ❤️

My spouse and I were in town for an unfortunate circumstance and Julie was nothing but supportive and accommodating throughout our entire travel process. The property was quiet and beautiful, absolutely perfect for healing and reflection. I would definitely recommend Julie and her property for a vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2024
Thank you, Taylor! You are welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views

We loved the property and the home. Great Mountain and farm views. There were so many supplies at the home already prepared for us. We have never stayed anywhere like that before, where so much was thought of for us!! The firepit was nice. My son loved watching the fire and roasting hotdogs and marshmallows. Julie was a wonderful host and always got back to me quickly. Thanks for a great stay and hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 15, 2025
Thank you, Keesha! You and yours are welcome back anytime!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very good

The things on front porch blew in the wind all night, two different nights. They banged and made noise all night long.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2025
Hey Dicky - I apologize for the inconvenience the windstorm last week caused you. Although we can’t always anticipate big storms, I would have loved to make this right and could have removed the rocking chairs from the porch had I known this was an issue for you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful Stay with Beautiful View

Overall we had a good stay, it was a quiet and peaceful area with a very nice view of mountains from the front and side of the home. My husband and 3 kids stayed for a wk for a softball tournament in Johnson City. Pros-More space than hotelAffordable Quiet location with nice view Decorated and furnished very nice Comfortable bedsComplimentary Keurig cups Easy check-inGood communication from host 25 mins from Johnson City Pet friendly Cons-No washer/dryer, this wasn’t listed as an amenity. But a week with kids and no laundry was rough. We luckily were able to do laundry at a friend’s rental. Driveway is gravel and it was somewhat difficult to turn into even with our Tahoe. A car may have a hard time getting in. Basement is locked from outside of house and inside house. Barricaded door inside because it was a safety concern for us with our kids. House smelled a bit musty/of moisture-host was very responsive when I presented the issue and advised cleaner may have forgotten to empty dehumidifier in basement. Host immediately had dehumidifier sent out to property, but we could only plug it in upstairs since basement was locked. We emptied it 2-3 times a day. Inside was tidy and clean for the most part, some things were missed like bathroom fan, shelves, under bed. We also had to purchase a toilet plunger at the store because there wasn’t one. Landscaping is lacking, but not a huge deal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was a great stay! Everything went smoothly, they could've used a barbecuer out there but other than that it was a fantastic stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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