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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Elizabethton, TN
Watauga River
Place, Watauga River
3 min walk
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus
Place, Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus
16 min walk
Bristol Motor Speedway
Place, Bristol Motor Speedway
22 min drive
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
38 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Den Futon
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley
Hundreds of 5 star reviews tell the story. The possibilities are endless in this fully furnished rustic and unique log cabin. You'll never find another cabin with unique features like this one has in East Tennessee. The cabin is less than 5 miles from everything but also has a country charm and feel. Its located in the beautiful Lynn Valley area of Elizabethton TN, a highly sought after area that the Watauga River flows through. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch looking out at the peaceful pond right out front. The two pond fountains sound amazing and add tranquility. This one bedroom one bath cabin has been meticulously maintained and is always meticulously cleaned and rental ready. 5 Blocks from the Watauga River, some of the best trout fishing in the entire country is feet away. Wireless internet, Samsung 75" Ultra 4k UHDTV with surround sound, 42" HDTV in master bedroom, excellent cell service (AT&T), outdoor fire pit/ grill combo and a Charbroil electric grill. The futon in the den will sleep two more (double bed), master bedroom sleeps two (King). Dish Network satellite HDTV service with more than 200 channels to chose from.
Update: 8/3/2023 The cabin was just re-stained, as well as the wood around the pond, 15 green giants were added, 30 led landscape lights, and landscaping timbers, as well as the fire pit.
We updated the entire cabin in 2022 with all new leather furniture in the den. We used a local interior designer to give the cabin a complete makeover. The leather couch has two recliners, plus there is a single leather recliner. All of the ceiling fans and outdoor light fixtures are brand new. The bedroom was updated with new flooring, paint, new king size bedroom suit and decor. We added a 24,000 BTU HVAC mini split system for heat and air, which is very quiet and comfortable. The mantle is an amazing piece of artwork that looks like museum. We also installed a 5 x 10 dog kennel behind the cabin with a dog house. We added landscape lighting around the cabin as well as solar lighting around the pond. It is amazing at night! The cabin features unique trophy heads including a Moose, Red Stag, Deer, Antelope, Turkey and Fish. The trophies were shot by William Crawford who built the cabin in 2005.
Its an incredible location at the base of a mountain, and it faces another mountain. There are no cabins next to you or behind you, and a huge field for dogs to play in. The cabin has a brand new metal roof and was just re-stained. The pond gets water from a newly installed solar pump and the pond fountain is also powered by solar energy. The pond was completely rebuilt in the fall of 2021 and spring of 2022, with a brand new liner and new wood all the way around, stained to match the cabin. The old fences seen in some photos have been removed and soon green giant trees will be planted along the roadway. Please don't throw trash or any debris into the pond. The best fishing is 1000 feet away on the Watauga River. You can park at Riverside Baptist church and fish the river anytime except during church hours.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Property # 2196043vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Elizabethton
Located in Elizabethton, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Yee-Haw Brewing Company and Lakeshore Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Elk Crossing and Johnson City Mall. Johnson City Family Skatecenter and Fish Springs Marina are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
East Tennessee State University - 19 min drive - 23.2 km
Bristol Motor Speedway - 22 min drive - 33.1 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 53 min drive - 67.7 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - 6 min drive
Papa John's Pizza - 5 min drive
J's Corner - 5 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley?
As of 17 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley on 27 Oct, 2026 start from S$321, 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 Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fantastic "Black Bear Cabin" In Lynn Valley located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Watauga River, Carter Mansion and Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus. Harmon Park and Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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We stayed for 7 nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Our two dogs loved the property - plenty of room for nice games of chase. The weather was a rollercoaster - beautiful and fairly warm the first two days, then it snowed and got quite cold. We stayed warm and cozy thanks to the gas log fireplace - added great ambiance. The cabin is convenient to grocery stores, restaurants, the Tri-Cities area and North Carolina. We'll definitely stay again when we come back to the area. Mike was a great host - easy to reach and provided info on places to go.
Mike was a terrific host. He was quick to answer questions. The cabin was adorable. From the pictures it looks like it is in a country setting, but it is actually in a neighborhood. The neighborhood is quiet and very nice though. It is a good central location to the area.
Cabin was beautiful, warm, and host was very welcoming. Host is actually local unlike alot of cabins in east TN. He came and checked on our heat because we had a cold snap while there. The town is nice. So many options for local dining. Food City just minutes away to pick up a steak and grill if ya want. We fell in love with the area and people. Will definitely return when it's warm to check out the lake.
Very nice property, Mike was a great host and let us know if we needed anything to let him know, great location and easy to get to, we had a very nice time exploring the area and visiting all the neighboring towns and hiked some gorgeous areas and to top it off the weather was absolutely beautiful the whole time we were there, thanks Mike for your hospitality
We loved our stay! It was one of the cleanest rentals we have ever stayed in. The host was quick to respond to any questions and kept us informed up to and during our visit. Definitely recommend!
This place was beautiful. My family had an amazing time staying there we sat on the porch and watched the stars at night. So peaceful and tranquil. The host was super helpful and super friendly. I will definitely be staying at this cabin if not his other property on my next trip down.
This is a wonderful cabin with a terrific host. Mike was great at communicating with us and answering any questions right away. The cabin is lovely with gated front Pritchard, pond with fountain and plenty of room to play with our dog! It was a perfect location for our needs. Thank you Mike.
The cute cabin was so nice. We loved seating in the rockers on the front porch admiring the water fountain in the pond. We were less than 20 minutes from the Bristol Dragway. Hope to visit again soon!
The cabin was very charming! Really enjoyed! View of mountains was great. Enjoyed sitting on porch in the mornings & drinking our coffee. And at night listening to the sounds of nature & enjoying lightning bugs, something we don’t see in Florida anymore. Host was very accommodating! Would highly recommend!
The cabin was awesome and the hosts went way out of their way to make sure we were satisfied. I highly recomend this listing. The trout fishing was the best I have ever seen.tofishingtrfishing.
Had a great stay, the renter of the property Mike was great at communication if anything came up.. Great location not to far from town. Cozy cabin to stay and will stay again.
Great, short stay at Mike's place. Cabin was cozy and had great amenities. Host communication was prompt and efficient. Would highly recommend.Two downsides:#1 - we couldn't stay longer!#2 - dogs across the street are kind of noisy...but that's not on Mike, just the nature of dogs.
Super clean, beautiful cabin located close to the Bristol speedway.
Heather H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Mike Mead
Avid fisherman and outdoorsman. I have been fishing the Watauga river since 1995. I have caught numerous trophy fish over the years. I love the small town life in Elizabethton and the friendly people in East Tennessee. Its my happy place and I love to stay up there as often as possible.
Why they chose this property
We bought this property because it is in a fantastic location, close to the river, close to town, but surrounded by mountains in all directions, and the pond was icing on the cake.
What makes this property unique
Your own pond, and gorgeous mountain views all around. Beautiful in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. Close to Elizabethton, Johnson City, Roan Mountain, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, Boone and Bristol.