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Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!

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Spring & Summer is gorgeous on the lake especially at Whispering Pines!
Sit in your Private hot tub at beautiful Whispering Pines in the woods.
Take the kayaks out for a spin included with your rental. Paddles in the closet.
Our cove just a short walk from Whispering Pines - Picture taken from our Kayaks
A truly “Great room” for hanging out any time of Day.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1st Floor Master

1 King Bed

2nd Floor (Dual Master)

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Bedroom & Loft

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Family Room with Queen Pullout

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!

Whispering Pines has the best view of the mountains and overlooks the lake just a short walk downhill to the private marina. Slip #6 is available for your use as well as 2 kayaks.
The cabin sleeps 8-10 comfortably and is perfect for a couple families with or without children.
The mountain chalet is a 3 level home and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths
• 1st floor Master bedroom has a King and full bath
• 2nd floor master has queen and full bath
• 3rd level bedroom has two twin beds, a loft with two beds and a kids hide away with one bed
• The 1st and 2nd level both have gas fireplaces

It doesn’t get prettier than this. One of our guests, described Watauga Lake as Lake Geneva in the NorthEast corner of Tennesee. Our house sits atop of the mountains in Appalachia at 4500 feet. Because we are in the Cherokee National Forest, there are very few homes on the lake which makes the views prettier than normal. In addition, the lake gets warm early in the season. You can swim from April through late October. It is a short walk to the private marina and gazebo, where there is a private covered marina; Fish Springs will bring a rental boat to an open slip for you if you'd like or you can bring one yourself. In the winter, it is an amazing home located 20 miles from a handful of skiing mountains including Sugar, Beech, and Appalachian. Our home, completed in late November 2009, looks like something straight out of a movie with driftwood trees inside the house as well as indoor and outdoor water falls. You can be busy every minute, or simply sit by the water's edge and relax.

For more information, the most up to date calendar and lots more photos, please check out our complete website below.


Keywords: Mountain view, Lake view, Watauga Lake, Knoxville, Boone, North Carolina Lakes, Tennessee Lakes, Lake rental, Mountain rental, Skiing, Sugar, Beech
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Turn the AC to 76 degrees in summer and heat to 55 in winter.  Turn the hot tub down to 80 degrees, cover & put the ratchet strap on.

Bring in corn hole boards & hammock.  Close windows, lock doors Ensure all appliances are turned off especially the stove.  Put the cushions from the patio table in the 2nd BR closet. 

Please try your best to put things where you found them or if you move them please put them back so we can make it look great for the next renters.  Thank you.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 348480vb
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

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this chalet is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watauga Lake and Watauga River, while The Bonnie Kate and Backyard Terror's Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights. Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 44 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 46 min drive - 68.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 52 min drive - 67.2 km
  • Appalachian State University - 53 min drive - 66.1 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico's Pizza & Sub's - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Barker's - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Stoney's Pizza and Subs - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Big Red Produce - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View! on 25 May 2026 start from £229, 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 Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watauga Lake Home! Hot tub, kayaks, Slip access & Mountain View! located?

Situated on a lake, this chalet is within a 10-minute walk of Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Fish Springs Marina and Watauga Point Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekka E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful area and beautiful cabin!!! Very quiet and peaceful. The house is surrounded by trees and is nice and private. There was room for everyone to spread out in the large home. The lake is incredible!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
So glad you loved the privacy, beautiful scenery and the lake. Would welcome you back to Whispering Pines any time! Thx for taking great care of our beautiful getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

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

Great, clean cabin with a beautiful access to lake watauga

We had a great vacation here, perfect for two families with children.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2021
So great that you and your families loved Whispering Pines. Such an awesome escape and no way to capture its beauty in pictures! See you next time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Great stay

Thankful for the rest
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2025
So glad you got to rest at Whispering Pines Chad! It is so peaceful there with amazing views! And the hot tub I know you enjoyed as well. All the best in 2025! See you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet property with a beautduil interior. Plenty of room for the 3 of us that stayed there with a large kitchen to cook in every night. Temperatures were verty hotnout so we never got to indulge in the hot tub, but it did look very inviting. This is a great place if you want to get away and be with nature in a beautiful home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Love that you enjoyed the beautiful, peaceful get away at Whispering Pines!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angilea B.

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

Beautiful Lake House

We enjoyed our stay at Whispering Pines! The weather was perfect and the lake is gorgeous!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2022
So glad you and the family loved Whispering Pines & Watauga Lake! We look forward to seeing you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

VRBO at Watauga Lake

Had a wonderful time with children and grandchildren in the cabin and on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Love it! So glad you enjoyed the time at Whispering Pines & on the lake with the children & grandchildren! Our favorite times as well! Hope to welcome you back again soon :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armando N.

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

Amazing Cabin!

This place was amazing! Spacious, Clean and Beautiful! The family and I had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2022
Thank you so much for the review and for writing in our rental book as well! Your family loves many of the same things we do as you noted - “roasting S’mores by the fire, adventuring through the woods, playing board games by the fire are all now memories we will remember forever… “ So glad you are already planning your next trip to Whispering Pines! See you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Fantastic. Just the place we needed.

Wonderful property and hosts. Just the place and time we needed to get away, relax and use as a home base as we explored johnson city and Kingsport. Mountains and lake were amazing. Would definitely book again. The place had everything we needed. A great place to just be in the moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2024
So glad you loved Whispering Pines and could use it as a launching point in the tricities area. See you next time at Whispering Pines!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan k.

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

Wonderful Stay

This property was as described and the service provided by the owners was top notch. Have already recommended to a friend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2022
Alan & family - Thank you so much! We absolutely aim for “top notch” service with all our guests at Whispering Pines. Glad you had a great experience and appreciate the referral very much! See you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location

Tom was very responsive and helpful during our stay. The cabin was beautiful and the location was great. We have four kids and there was plenty of room for us. Most relaxing vacation we have had in years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2022
Awe so great this was your most relaxing vacation in years Crystal! Great that the 4 kids enjoyed it as well and that you had plenty of space :) We’d love to have you back at Whispering Pines any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

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

Great times!!

The guys were very well satisfied with the accommodations and the communication with the property owner. Everything was fabulous!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2020
Really happy you guys enjoyed it. Would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We definitely enjoyed this Mountain Home. It was so peaceful. The house was everything it was supposed to be and then some. We have already laid the groundwork to stay here again next year when we come to town. And my host. I cannot say enough of how quickly he was able to help me with one issue that I was needing help on. And took all the time I needed to assist me. 100% First class place and host. We enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you Mr. Tom.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2025
Love that you enjoyed the peace and quiet at Whispering Pines Mike! Great to get away from the Bristol Raceway and stay here, see the Mountain View’s and get on the lake! See you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

Beautiful House

The house was extremely clean and very beautiful. There are so many cool accents to this house, it was obviosuly very thought out when it was built. The kitchen was excellently stocked. It made for a wonderfully relaxing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2024
So glad you and the family Enjoyed the cool accents to the house and the excellently stocked Kitchen. Also glad you had a wonderfully relaxing vacation At Whispering Pines!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Nice get away

Were very impressed with the communication from the listers. House was very clean. Beds could use a little upgrading but we didnt want to complain because we were just so incredibly blessed to be away. Quiet and very close to the marina. The slip wasnt quite big enough for our boat so we used the marina right before the neighborhood and they were amazing there. Beautiful place, beautiful stay, and lot's of memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

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

Whispering Pines

Beautiful House. The craftsmanship is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2021
Truly appreciate it Paul. We love the design of Whispering Pines as well…the details inside with the driftwood trees and ornate chandelier are so beautiful. Our builder did an amazing job. We’re glad you noticed! See you next time.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Unique mountain cabin with lake access

Unique mountain cabin Whispering Pines is an unusual and beautiful property. There are trees and waterfalls both inside and out! Every window, deck, and porch connects you to nature and stunning views. You will enjoy your stay, we did, loved it!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Cathy - so glad you enjoyed your stay. You're and your family are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne I.

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

Beautiful place to get away

We had the best time at Whispering Pines! The outdoor spaces of the house are amazing with beautiful views (you can't see any neighbors!) and the lake is perfect - it was completely empty while we were there. It was a relaxing, refreshing week and Tom was highly responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2020
Awe thank you so much Suzanne. We loved having you at Whispering Pines. So glad you got to enjoy the rope swing! And truly appreciate you talking such great care of our home. See you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z.

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

Family vacation

The cabin was very nice. It was nice having the dock area to use for swimming and fishing. We enjoyed sitting outside under the covered deck because of the rainy week we had. The owner had contacted me several times to see how things were going. Plenty of room for every and we would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2024
So glad you loved Whispering Pines Thomas! The covered deck is one of our favorite places rain or shine! We do love watching the storms rolling in. We would love to have you back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Amazing property

Whispering Pines was a quiet getaway for my family. The house easily accommodated our family of 4. Having a private marina made it easy to access the lake. The home owners were very helpful and quick to respond for any questions. We will definitely be back to Watauga lake and the whispering pines property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2020
Mike, thank you so much for your comments. So great you could enjoy the Private marina and our beautiful home. Thank you for taking such great care of our home. Would love To have you back any time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Michal T.

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

Nice experience

Extremely nice experience. Beautiful view and cabin. Got hot inside wish there was a way to adjust thermostat
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2023
So glad you thought the property was beautiful and you had a great experience. Not sure what your issue was with the thermostat. We would have been happy to help if you had reached out. Also, it is January. You could have just opened the windows if you were hot. We were there just before you and it was negative 2.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie C.

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

Amazing property

Beautiful property with so many elegant touches. The trees inside are such a unique addition. Very comfortable for 2 families. Our teen loved the loft. It feels like you’re in your own little world.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2022
Exactly our goal at Whispering Pines Jeannie “to make you feel like you are in your own little world among the trees!” Love that your teen loved the loft as well. Hope to see you in the fall again! We also still have some summer openings in late July & August!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brittney f.

A beautiful mountain getaway

This was a great getaway for all three of our families! The house was perfect and there was a lot of attention to detail. It is a great place for younger and older children alike. We loved spending time on the beautiful porch and by the fire pit in the evenings. The views are beautiful and there were lots of outdoor activities to take advantage of. It would be an amazing place to stay at in the summer and we plan to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Truly appreciate your comments Brittney. We take a lot of pride in Whispering Pines and constantly invest in improvements to make it great for our guests every time they stay. See you in the summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaleski H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible getaway! Whispering Pines was so much more than we expected. The home itself was built so thoughtfully and with so much imagination. Attention to detail in every nook and cranny made for the most magical place for our children. It really felt like something out of a storybook, especially the bunk room where the kids stayed. A mountain trip had been on our son's bucket list for some time and this exceded all of his expectations. The second we left he asked when we could return. The home is well maintained and cozy. It had just about anything we could think of to make ourselves feel at home and to host family meals. While there we enjoyed hiking, exploring the lake, sitting around the fire, and the kids loved playing outside. At night we enjoyed the fireplaces, lovely fountain, and rustic interior. There was plenty of room to gather together or separately. The host was incredibly welcoming, responsive, and truly excited to share this wonderful home with us. He was available to answer any questions we had to make our stay as comfortable as possible. We are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Excellent Trip to a Quiet Part of Tennessee

We really enjoyed our stay at Whispering Pines, this property is set in a very quiet and secluded neighborhood near Lake Watauga. Its very cozy inside with multiple fireplaces and enough rooms to spread out when visiting with large groups. The hot tub is located in a perfect spot to provide some privacy. We spent a warm afternoon outside grilling and making s'mores in the fire pit. The house is located about half an hour from a proper grocery store in Elizabethton so stock up while your out. We would definitely stay here again when visiting Tennessee.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2024
So glad you loved our peaceful getaway at Whispering Pines on Watauga Lake. Glad you loved the brand new not tub and cooking smores on the fire pit! See you and your friends next time!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

tonya e.

Beautiful home, ALWAYS my first choice!

My husband is from a small town in Tennessee very close to Watauga Lake. When we visit, this home is always my first choice!!! It's always clean and comfortable and Tom is super accommodating. We've stayed in several homes at the lake, but Whispering Pines is always our first pick! Perfect in every way!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you Tonya for the kind words about Whispering Pines. It's our favorite as well :) So glad you had a great time again. You and the family are welcome any time.

About the host

Hosted by Tom Holz

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We call home Waxhaw, NC but Watauga Lake is our tranquil getaway. It is one of the most peaceful, beautiful, fun places in America and rated one of the 10 cleanest lakes in America.

Why they chose this property

We come to Watauga falls in the winter for the beauty, the skiing and tubing, the fall for the views, hiking, camping, the spring and summer for boating, tubing, water skiing, cornhole, hiking, fireworks, marshmallows by the fire and of course just hanging out.

What makes this property unique

•Swimming, Water Skiing & boarding, Fishing, Hiking in National Park, Camping, Boating around the beautiful lake
•Bring your own boat or rent (Fish Springs Marina) and park in private marina
•Snow skiing - Ski resorts (Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain) within an hour
•6 person Hot tub
•Fire place in both living areas
•Outdoor fire pit
•Brand new Tornado Fusbol table
•Completely stocked kitchen
•2 Large flat panel HD TVs, DIRECTV, Netflix & Prime access, Cable Internet, DVD Player
•Full size washer & Dryer

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