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Watauga Lake Butler Retreat w/ Private Dock!
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft
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Butler, TN
- Place, Watauga Lake1 min walk
- Place, Bristol Motor Speedway45 min drive
- Place, Appalachian State University64 min drive
- Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 (Loft)
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Watauga Lake Butler Retreat w/ Private Dock!
Embrace the lakeside lifestyle at this quiet Butler vacation rental! Highlighted by its direct water access and dock, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts to relax and explore the best area attractions. Wake up with coffee on the porch, fire up the grill for dinner with a view, and unwind by the fire pit after a day of adventure. With WiFi, a Smart TV, in-unit laundry, and a fully equipped kitchen, you can enjoy all the comforts of home at this Watauga Lake getaway.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Free WiFi | Gas Grill | Fire Pit | Nature Trail to Watauga Lake (200 Ft)
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ cable, board games, family dining table, breakfast bar
OUTDOOR LIVING: Direct access to Watauga Lake w/ private boat dock, covered porch, outdoor dining area & bar
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave, blender, coffee maker, slow cooker, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Linens/towels, beach towels, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, clothes hangers, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning & heating, ceiling fans, hair dryer, landline phone, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, steep path to access lake
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
WATAUGA LAKE (on-site): Cove Ridge Marina & Yacht Club (4.0 miles), Fish Springs Marina (7.3 miles), Watauga Point Recreational Area (8.9 miles), Lakeshore Marina (9.9 miles), Pioneer Landing Campground (13.3 miles), fly fishing (rainbow & brown trout), rafting, kayaking, floating, canoeing
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Carter Mansion (20.5 miles), Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park (23.0 miles), Fort Watauga (23.1 miles), Sabine Hill State Historic Site (26.1 miles), Backyard Terrors and Dinosaur Park (28.7 miles), Bristol Caverns (33.7 miles), Bristol Dragway (34.6 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Beech Mountain (29.1 miles), Sugar Mountain (31.7 miles), Blowing Rock (44.0 miles)
AIRPORT: Tri-Cities Airport (47.3 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
-- THE PROPERTY --
Free WiFi | Gas Grill | Fire Pit | Nature Trail to Watauga Lake (200 Ft)
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ cable, board games, family dining table, breakfast bar
OUTDOOR LIVING: Direct access to Watauga Lake w/ private boat dock, covered porch, outdoor dining area & bar
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave, blender, coffee maker, slow cooker, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Linens/towels, beach towels, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, clothes hangers, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning & heating, ceiling fans, hair dryer, landline phone, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, steep path to access lake
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
WATAUGA LAKE (on-site): Cove Ridge Marina & Yacht Club (4.0 miles), Fish Springs Marina (7.3 miles), Watauga Point Recreational Area (8.9 miles), Lakeshore Marina (9.9 miles), Pioneer Landing Campground (13.3 miles), fly fishing (rainbow & brown trout), rafting, kayaking, floating, canoeing
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Carter Mansion (20.5 miles), Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park (23.0 miles), Fort Watauga (23.1 miles), Sabine Hill State Historic Site (26.1 miles), Backyard Terrors and Dinosaur Park (28.7 miles), Bristol Caverns (33.7 miles), Bristol Dragway (34.6 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Beech Mountain (29.1 miles), Sugar Mountain (31.7 miles), Blowing Rock (44.0 miles)
AIRPORT: Tri-Cities Airport (47.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
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Pets
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Smoking
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Important information
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Butler
Located in Butler, this holiday home is on a lake. Watauga Lake and Watauga River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Springs Marina and Lakeshore Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? canoeing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.

Butler, TN
What's nearby
- Watauga Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- East Tennessee State University - 40 min drive - 50.8 km
- Bristol Motor Speedway - 45 min drive - 62.2 km
- Beech Mountain Resort - 53 min drive - 52.3 km
- Appalachian State University - 64 min drive - 62.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rico's Pizza & Sub's - 47 min drive
- Creekside Grill - 45 min drive
- Big Red Produce - 44 min drive
- Butler Trading Post - 6 min drive
- JJ's Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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Communication
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
16 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen
9 Aug, 2025
Nice cozy place to stay!
Karen
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alexander Q.
8 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alexander Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael L.
22 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pamela S.
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pamela S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fred R.
2 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay at the lake !
Fred R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aqsa R.
24 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Aqsa R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen A.
19 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic lake and mountain views
Kathleen A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stanislav O.
27 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stanislav O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wendy N
3 Jul, 2023
Wonderful Stay at Lake Watauga!
Wendy N
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Crystal C.
1 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Trip
Crystal C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas G.
8 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Thomas G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelia S.
1 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake view
Shelia S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany C.
27 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was simpl3 and clean
Tiffany C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kyle r.
21 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place for relaxing and fun
kyle r.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maryann B.
21 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maryann B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean M.
13 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AWESOME
Sean M.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W.
29 Aug, 2025
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Lisa W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cathy N.
6 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Cathy N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Scott M.
11 May, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location for fishing the lake
Scott M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lawton C.
3 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Most Wonderful Stay Ever
Lawton C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerry D.
25 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great break!
Jerry D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
sherri h.
12 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short get away
sherri h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff S.
20 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bristol Race
Jeff S.
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Margaret R.
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Margaret R.
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