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Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin

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Cedar Cabin
Side Porch
Back Porch
Back Porch River View
Grilling Area. Flat griddle, gas grill & electric smoker.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Johnson City, TN
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East Tennessee State University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Bristol Motor Speedway
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin

The property featured is a newly built 3,000 sq. ft. "upscale rustic" lodge. The lodge is located at the headwaters of the trophy trout section on the beautiful Watauga River. The lodge was built using mostly reclaimed wood from local tobacco barns. From the barn wood kitchen cabinets, to the tobacco flooring and siding, this lodge is truly unique. Even though the lodge was completed in 2015, it looks as though it has been there for a hundred years. From using a whiskey barrel to hold a faucet to rusty metal ceilings, this lodge is truly one of a kind. The lodge is equipped with all modern appliances and a fully equipped kitchen. Hand made barn wood cabinets and granite counter tops makes this kitchen an inviting place to cook and enjoy family time.

Relax on our Back Deck: A guest favorite…our back deck is the place to enjoy the great outdoors while watching the river go by. You might even see someone catching a fish! Featuring a stone wood burning fireplace, an outdoor kitchen area, and teak furniture & rocking chairs – this relaxed setting is the perfect place to unwind. This section of the Watauga River is a fisherman's paradise! You can walk off the large covered back porch down to a wadable river to fish, kayak, or watch wildlife.

Located on a country road, you would think you are a long way from civilization, but travel four miles down the road and you can pick up anything you need. The lodge is fully equipped with linens and all household items. All you need to bring is personal items and food.

We have been planning this lodge for a long time & we hope you will enjoy it as much we do! We look forward to meeting you!

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About the area

Johnson City

Located in Johnson City, this cabin is on the waterfront. The Bonnie Kate and Tipton-Haynes Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Carter Mansion and Jonesborough Historic District. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bristol Motor Speedway or Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Johnson City Mall - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 31 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Penny Man's Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Black Olive - ‬10 min drive

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. 191 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 201 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

W H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2026
So happy you enjoyed our stay at Cedar Cabin. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place as per usual
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2026
Thanks for the kind review, Logan.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property. Been coming for over 10 years, will keep coming. Clean, everything you need, and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Hi Jon. Thank you for the kind review and continued business. We are grateful and look forward to hosting you again soon! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Necia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful place with all the amenities and lots of space. The property is lovely. I would greatly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2026
Hi Necia. Thank you so much for the kind review. I hope you and your family will visit us again soon! Take care. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a unique and beautiful home! It was fully equipped with everything we needed. We enjoyed the hot tub, games, porch, and the beautiful home! The views were amazing and we didn’t want to leave! Highly, highly recommend! The video and photos do not do this beautiful place justice. So very pretty - you must see in person.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Hi Kim. We're so happy you enjoyed your stay at Cedar Cabin. We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon! Take Care. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALLEN W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2026
Thanks for the kind review, Allen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was amazing. The entire house and property were very thoughtfully put together. We enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to go back when it’s warm enough to get in the creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Hi Elizabeth. Thank you so much for the kind review. We look forward to hosting you again in the warmer weather. Take care. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cedar Cabin is so cozy and the hot tub is the perfect place to stay warm and enjoy the outdoors even in January. The hosts have always been helpful and quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2026
Hi Bianca. So happy you enjoyed another trip around the sun with us! Until next year... Take Care! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and had everything we needed! We didn’t realize the basement bedroom and kitchen had a separate entrance but it worked great for our family of adults!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2026
Hi Rachel. So happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We also love staying in the lower level. Nice & cozy down there:) Happy New Year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property managers were so responsive and helpful. We love the property and all of the amenities and come back year after year to this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2025
Hello Michelle. I'm so happy you had another enjoyable stay with us! We look forward to seeing you again next year. Merry Christmas! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time at the cabin! It was immaculately clean, well stocked, and a wonderful location right on the river. The host even had it decorated for Christmas since we were there during that time, which was a wonderful surprise. We are already talking about visiting during summer. Would definitely recommend to friends and family!
Spent lots of time reading by the river
Beautiful sunrises every day
Gorgeous sunsets
Great ambiance at night
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
Hello Marian. I'm so happy you enjoyed Christmas at Cedar Cabin. Phil & Alesia put all the beautiful decorations up for us. Thank you for sharing the great pictures! We hope to host you again soon! Happy New Year! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! Relaxing stay, will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Truck show weekend

Great place would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Hi Carrie. So happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan B.

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

Great place

Always love staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2023
Hi Logan. Welcome back! So happy you enjoyed another stay with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Patty & crew:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing venue to spend a weekend or a week. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thanks so much for the kind review. We're happy you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to hosting you again soon! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at WRC!! From the amazing environment of the river to the rustic decor and comfortable accommodations. Always an amazing trip and experience rather the fish are biting or not while we are there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Hello Eva. So happy you and your family enjoyed your return trip to Cedar Cabin. I love the family photo...reassembles one of ours...lol. It's like herding feral cats to get our family to stay still for a photo! We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keven F.

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

Awesome place

Absolutely great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

administrator @.

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

Good property!

great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2024
So happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Great place on the River

Large and beautiful outdoor spaces!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2025
Hi Doug. So happy you enjoyed your stay at Cedar Cabin. We look forward to hosting you again soon! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay on the River!

This is our 6th time staying at Cedar Cabin, it is always a great set up! Very cool vibe and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2024
Hi Jon. Thank you so much for the kind review and continued business. We appreciate you! Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

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

Great property

Fisherman's Lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
Hello Louis. So happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great property!

We have stayed here many times and it is always wonderful. Clean, cool, and always has everything we need. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2025
Hi Jon. Welcome back! So glad you enjoyed another stay with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

'Ed and Angela C.

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

Beautiful cabin!!!

It was a great trip. Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
So happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again if you are in our area:) Patty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Family vacation

Very relaxing, beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
So happy you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon. Patty Whidden
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

Relaxing stay on the river

Great house, wonderful location, and tons to do near by. We’d come again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank for you the kind review! Happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again in the future. Patty
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