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Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft
Popular amenities
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
About this property
Mountain House near the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Bristol, & Johnson City
Hilltop Hideaway is a cozy oasis offering gorgeous valley and mountain views! Grab your coffee and sit for a spell in one of the front porch rockers to listen to the sounds of the surrounding farm life. Unwind after a day on Watauga Lake (10 min), hiking the Appalachia Trail (5 min) or Skiing Beech/Sugar Mtn (35 min)! Enjoy the privacy of the country with easy access to Johnson City (20 min), Banner Elk (30 min), Bristol (30 min) or Elizabethton (10 min).
We are up a “holler” as we say in East TN. After traveling up the gravel drive, porch steps will take you through the front door to an open living room and kitchen with the bedrooms/bathroom down the hallway. Although there is only one bathroom available, the master bedroom offers an additional vanity sink. You can expect to hear the sounds of nature - whether cows and donkeys occasionally during the day, or crickets and cicadas most evenings! There is a small fire pit that guests are welcome to use while practicing fire safety.
We are up a “holler” as we say in East TN. After traveling up the gravel drive, porch steps will take you through the front door to an open living room and kitchen with the bedrooms/bathroom down the hallway. Although there is only one bathroom available, the master bedroom offers an additional vanity sink. You can expect to hear the sounds of nature - whether cows and donkeys occasionally during the day, or crickets and cicadas most evenings! There is a small fire pit that guests are welcome to use while practicing fire safety.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (266 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Guests are responsible for damage due to animal.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Zero tolerance for smoking inside/around the home
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 Johnson City Family Skatecenter.
Hampton, TN
What's nearby
- Watauga Lake - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
- Elizabethton City Hall - 11 min drive - 14.9 km
- The Bonnie Kate - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
- Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
- Watauga River - 11 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Nancy's Kitchen - 8 min drive
- Puerto Nuevo - 10 min drive
- Arby's - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Owen W.
Feb 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain house
Owen W.
Stayed 43 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin J.
Mar 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Robin J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy B.
May 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Kathy B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keesha B.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Keesha B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
John
Nov 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
John
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lyndsay B.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Lyndsay B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Crystal B.
Jul 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice countryside home
Crystal B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Taylor M.
Jun 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the ticket ❤️
Taylor M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Dicky H.
Mar 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good
Dicky H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Aria G.
Jul 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Stay with Beautiful View
Aria G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen B.
Sep 27, 2025
Karen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Julie Knott
I am a non-profit director working in affordable housing. I lived in the Tri-Cities area for 6 years until I got married and moved back to North Carolina. I absolutely adore Hampton - the views, the people and just being in nature. I try to make it back every chance I get, but I love being able to share this little oasis with others!
Why they chose this property
The home is up a “holler” as we say in East Tennessee. It is quiet (except for the crickets, cows and occasional donkey) and private, yet it it close to everything! The people are friendly and life is a little slower up in the hills, a great place to getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
What makes this property unique
What makes my home unique: Sounds of Farm Life! From almost anywhere on the property, there are amazing views of the mountains and valley. We are close to just about anything you could want to do outdoors
Languages:
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