Secluded & cozy Leap Frog Lodge is a 3BR/2 BA cabin located in Butler, TN. The main level has a fully furnished galley style kitchen, dining area, MBR/BA with queen bed, Queen guest room, bath, and LR with wood burning fireplace. Sliding glass doors from the LR lead to the deck & gas grill. Take the stairs to the "kid zone" & enjoy the foosball table, games, books, and crafting supplies, daybed, and 3rd BR with a full & 2 twins. Inflatable hot tub recently added. Near Watauga Lake, Boone, NC, trails, Bristol Raceway & more.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash & put away dishes.
Make sure ALL trash is in trash bags.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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Property # 2323388vb
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 cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. Watauga Lake and Williams Island reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
Watauga Point Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 18.8 km
Lakeshore Marina - 13 min drive - 20.9 km
Watauga Lake Winery - 21 min drive - 21.8 km
Getting around
Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
Rico's Pizza & Sub's - 42 min drive
Big Red Produce - 46 min drive
Butler Trading Post - 5 min drive
It's A Jersey Thing - 8 min drive
Pleasent's Country Store - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family-friendly pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family-friendly?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-friendly on 11 Jul, 2026 start from S$335, 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 Family-friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family-friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family-friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Family-friendly located?
This family-friendly Butler cabin is located on a lake, 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Watauga Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Fish Springs Marina and Williams Island. Watauga River and Watauga Point Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great cabin, owner very quick to respond, everything you need there, well supplied. Walked out the cabin 2”1st morning to a six point buck. Great time!
Great communication from the time of booking until arrival. Cabin was VERY clean & makes you feel like home. Family enjoyed our stay & we will definitely come again if available in future!
Lisa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2025
I am thrilled that you enjoyed your stay. You are always welcome.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was well stocked, clean, and the location was convenient to all our activities. The host was quick to respond and helpful with one question we had. We were able to enjoy the hot tub on our second night, but it would have been nice if it was pre-heated for our arrival so that we could’ve used it both nights.
Stephen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawne
19 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful place to stay with family. Rustic but clean, comfortable, great TV options, super amenities and fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Host was very available and helpful. We would definitely book there again.
This is a beautiful cabin and i highly reccomend others to go for it and stay at the frog leap lodge. It is very convienient for you to go to the lake, spend time with your family and relax. The cabin also had everything needed for children. Its a very beautiful place. Very family friendly.
Scouting trip to check out area and enjoy weather and views. Cozy cabin with everything you need and roomy enough for a family. Sandra was very responsive and helpful during our stay.
With a little *leap* up the driveway, we made it to a well kept, warm and cozy place for my wife and kids to stay. So much better than a hotel and we loved having a kitchen. A bed for every kid!
Robert L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Thank you, Robert. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
My family had a blast! The cabin was very easy to find and located on a quiet little road. Everything was so well cleaned and stocked with anything you might need! The owner was fantastic about communication and responded immediately to any of my questions! They have literally thought of everything and the cabin is even child safety proofed!! We will absolutely be coming back to this beautiful getaway!
Ashley B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Thank you, Ashley. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you in the future.
Super nice place. Full of amenities. Nice secluded location. Owners very easy to work with. Sadly hurricane Helene hit this area too, so lots of downed trees around cabin. Water pressure low. And sadly no easy way to walk to cabin. I don’t recommend for anyone over 55, at least until either steps up the hill or most needed, the driveway fixed. I got stuck several times. Still, for younger, a winning cabin
The cabin was as described. Communication with the owner was great. Everything was clean and the Bally kitchen while smaller was very well equipped. We ran into some snafus with the heater and fireplace but the owner was able to get the heater quickly resolved and apologized about the fire place. We also had an issue with the hot tub which again she communicated with us and we were able to get it up and running to be use it our last day. We would absolutely stay here again if we were in the area and highly recommend the property.
Well-appointed cabin suitable for several travelers
Couldn't have asked for anything more in this cozy, nestled-in-the-woods cabin. Quiet location, with easy drives to multiple attractions. Everything was clean and comfortable. We spent a lot of time on the porches, swinging and relaxing in the hot tub.
The property is lovely and quiet but the information that is on vrbo about distance to places are way wrong but other than the drive to Bristol it was a great weekend
My husband Paul retired from the USMC after 20 years of service. I spent my career in ophthalmology as a technician and retinal angiographer. We live in on a horse farm in eastern NC close area beaches, and recently celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary. Our son Christian recently turned two, and he is our inspiration for Leap Frog Lodge. He loves jumping around like a frog and saying "ribbit, ribbit" when he does. He is the answer to our prayers, our most precious blessing, and we are lucky to be his parents.
Why they chose this property
We recently sold a long term rental in Wilmington, NC and decided to purchase an Airbnb/VRBO property. I grew up in east Tennessee, and I've always loved the mountain vies. We chose this cabin because it is cozy, peaceful, and has beautiful views of the mountains. Watauga Lake is approximately 2 miles away, and it is breathtakingly beautiful and the 3rd cleanest lake in the US.
What makes this property unique
I loved this cabin because it instantly felt like home, and it had a porch swing which I love. It required little work, just a few minor touches to make it our own. I want our son to learn about nature, and he is happy there.
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