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Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres

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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a sink, and a countertop with a coffee maker.
A cozy living room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.
A living room with a brown sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, and a ceiling fan.
A house with a front porch and a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by a grassy field and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Watauga Lake Winery
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres

We have 107 acres of mountains with the cozy cottage sitting in a 5 acre meadow. We are near hiking areas, streams and 4 miles from Watauga Lake, and are within an hour of three North Carolina ski resorts.
The house has a combined living room, dining room and kitchen, 2 bedrooms each with a queen bed and a twin roll away bed in each closet, a full bathroom, and washer and dryer. The sheets, pillows, comforters, and towels are provided. There is a small deck out back, and a front porch with 2 rockers.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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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 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 and lock the doors
Turn the thermostat to 75 in the summer and 55 in the winter. We have wifi access to the thermostat so we can reset it for the next arriving guests.
We hope that you enjoyed your stay!
Enjoy your trip home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is not a pet fee option available for our property. We do not allow pets.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2623904vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Butler

Located in Butler, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Tater Hill Plant Preserve and Elk Knob Gameland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina.
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Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Baseball Field - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Doe Mountain Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 18 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Watauga River - 18 min drive - 25.8 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cucina Italian Kitchen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪It's A Jersey Thing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪doe creek beverage - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Misty Mountain Cafe and Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chuck Wagon Bar-B-Que - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres?

As of 29 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres on 3 Oct, 2026 start from S$296, 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 Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Creek Mountain Retreat Cottage on 107 Acres located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Williams Island, Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Roan Valley Commons and Johnson County Community Hospital 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
best place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Missing essentials-shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer, Kleenex, pen,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Property was so nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay. Perfect place and location to visit family in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cozy getaway

Absolutely such a cute place to stay. Had everything that you need and was very cozy. My friends and I had a great time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy, sweet stay!

Nice cozy home, with plenty of room for the two of us. Would easily be great for 4! Sweet place, decorated thoughtfully in a beautiful valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Hope to stay again in the future. Awesome place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location for riding at Doe Mountain OHV area.

Clean, convenient and good parking for trailers. Beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet getaway

Nice property. House was very clean and inviting. We all enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great value

Property was a great value very clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family

Clean, everything is how listed, and beautiful views of mountain. Would love to stay again if need to be in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Perfect once night stay after Bristol night race
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Hosts

Great communication from the hosts. They were on top of everything and very friendly, and the property itself was a gem for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little cabin for a great vacation get away!

Everything was just as listed. The house was clean and updated, everything we needed was there. We cooked many meals at the home with ease. Close to many attractions and quaint towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Doe Mountain Trails

Our family booked this property because we were trail riding at Doe Mountain Trails. This was the perfect spot to stay for that. The house was super clean and having a fully supplied kitchen was even better. We will definitly be booking more stays in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect

Very cute house that makes the perfect get away. There is plenty to do if you want to explore the moutains. We would definitely recommend this listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage, Top-Notch Hosts

Allan & Denise were wonderful hosts, responsive and had great recommendations. The layout and cleanliness of the cottage was superb, very comfortable and cozy. We saw deer, but only bears we saw were the pictures decorating the walls of the cottage. It was a great location for our trips. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Mountain Farm

The property is very nice and well maintained. It has recent renovations and is well stocked with anything a guest would need. My wife and I found it comfortable and relaxing. It is a nice farm setting. We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice, quite and peaceful

The home had everything that was needed. It was clean, the beds were firm and it was easy to get to. Lots of things to see and do in the area. According to your likes. Small town but the big one (Boone) is less than an hour away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

This house was comfortable with homey touches to make you feel welcome. The hosts were in touch with friendly suggestions and helpful advice. Fun visitors came near the house like deer, a skunk, fire flies and bats. Enjoyable setting and quiet.
Stayed 38 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and comfortable. Close enough to Watauga Lake for easy access to daytime activities. There are yellow jackets under the back steps, so possibly a best, as they will come out and sting you if you stand on the back steps too long. Just wanted to let you know. Thank you for an awesome stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2022
Thanks for letting us know about the bees. We have already fixed that problem! Pesky little devils!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

The place is perfect. Clean, has everything you need, kitchen is open to the living area for family togetherness. The property is amazing. Well kept trails. Moderate level hiking. Beautiful mountain with a large open area as well as the many acres of wooded mountain. We feel blessed to have had the opportunity to have stayed in such a beautiful place. It was a destination in itself for us and worth the long drive from Miami.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we Expected!

We enjoyed our stay in rural Butler County. This property is very quiet and functional. The living quarters were comfortable and clean. The property was very enjoyable. Allan communicated openly and was very helpful. We hiked the woods behind the house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and quaint

This spot is great if your looking for a secluded quiet spot to kick back. Perfect amount of space for us with everything we needed in the home. Only thing I would suggest is a few staples in the kitchen such as non stick spray, some spices, etc. But overall we were quite impressed with the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2022
With Covid, we can't leave opened containers of supplies after guests. Everything opened must be disposed of. I'll make a note that guests might want to bring their favorite spices along if they plan to cook.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home to Stay in

I would return. Alan was always available to answer any questions. The home was clean, well cared for, and sitting on the porch was a delight. I even saw a Red Carnal Bird....If you are looking for a peace of heaven, you will find it their.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hideaway gem on a hilltop

Alan was quick to respond to any questions I had. I was a little skeptical after passing a few shady looking neighbors but as soon as I entered the house, I seemed to have forgotten about them. The house had so many little things that brought that " I'm home" feeling, from the beautiful quilts to the Tiffany style lamps. Denise even had my style drinking glasses from home there. What a coincidence! I wish we would've had more time to spend there. Thank you Alan and Denise for your home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Allan & Denise McKinney

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