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A stone fire pit surrounded by benches in a forested area with a lake in the background.
A wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window.
A wooden cabin with a stone staircase leading to a deck, surrounded by trees and a lake.
A cabin with a dirt path leading to a lake, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A cozy bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with grey bedding and a fur throw, a wooden headboard, and a mountain landscape painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Butler, TN
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪73 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Butler

This cabin places you next to Watauga Lake and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Watauga River. The cabin includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 40 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 46 min drive - 34.0 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 54 min drive - 41.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cricket's Corner - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Ha & Jj's Store Deli & Produce - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪The Crabby Cafe - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly

**Check out our sister listing: https://www.vrbo.com/2284677

Beautiful LAKEFRONT, 2 acres + 800ft long x 30ft wide PENINSULA property on Watauga Lake. One side of the peninsula is a small LAGOON-style cove, the other side is open water with breathtaking views. Sugar Hollow Point is one of the best and most unique properties on the lake. You can't get much closer to the water than this!

-Enjoy an evening grilling out, sitting at the bonfire with s'mores and looking at the extensive views of water on both sides of the peninsula or relax with your favorite cocktail sunbathing on the Lilly pad; this property is paradise. There is also your own private island to explore beyond the fire pit.
You can watch your kids swim in the lagoon from the wrap around patio.
Some of the best fishing spots are close by-- boat to the nearby Elk River or fish on your own secluded peninsula and island (the local fisherman call the tip of the island "THE BEST FISHING SPOT on the lake). Skiiers and wakeboarders will love THE SMOOTHEST water on Watauga Lake right around the corner of the peninsula.
Sugar Hollow Point is also a hassle-free vacation getaway--enjoy your music, freedom, and family.

The house is easily accessible and easy to get to from 321! No steep driveway! No 4-wheel drive needed!

-PRIVATE Dock (not community)
-VERY UNIQUE Peninsula & Island property- extremely close lakefront with 2 sides of water and gorgeous views

3 Bedroom/3 Bath:
Bedroom 1: 1 king bed w/ private patio
Bedroom 2: 1 king + queen fold out floor sofa bed
Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
Sleep well in our comfy new bedding. Also, the two king beds feature premium pillowtop mattresses.

Pet friendly

Other House features:
Office desk
NEW 300 Mbps Fiber Internet
Entertainment style sectional seating in living room
Rokus on every tv to sign into your favorite streaming accounts.

NEVER BEEN TO WATAUGA LAKE?
Watauga Lake is an extremely beautiful and clean recreational lake (3rd cleanest in the country) located in the Cherokee National forest with 105 miles of shoreline. More than half of the lake is mountainous national forest and cannot be developed, so its really naturally beautiful and not crazy overpopulated with boats. This hidden gem is known to be one of the most beautiful lakes on the east coast. Watauga lake is great for boating, jet-skiing, tubing, skiing/wakeboarding, fishing, swimming, kayaking etc.
Downstream of the dam is a very popular whitewater rafting area as most of the local companies in TN and NC bring their patrons here. Hiking is also very popular as the Appalachain trail and a couple of small waterfalls are nearby. This property is also close to attractions in Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock, NC and also attractions in eastern TN.
We have great sunny summers with no mosquitoes and beautiful fall colors when the leaves change. In the winter time, skiing is a popular option at nearby Sugar and Beech Mountain. This is a spectacular mountain and lake getaway.

Rural Location Notice:
Our property is located in a very rural area. Cell service may be spotty. Local services such as maintenance, repairs, or emergency help can be limited and slower to respond. If an unexpected issue arises during your trip (such as power outages, weather impacts, or pest encounters, etc), we recommend checking out early if the issue affects your comfort. We do not offer refunds tor trip related interruptions, delays or inconveniences outside of our control. We strongly encourage guests to purchase travel insurance.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No pets on beds or furniture.
No refunds after cancellation period has ended

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 2 pet maximum

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: may not be suitable for < 5 due to cliffs in yard

Events

No events allowed
With approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: with approval
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: with approval

Property is also known as

Lakefront Peninsula Home ONE Kind Spot Private Dock Pet Friendly
Lakefront Peninsula Home ONE Kind Spot Private Dock Pet Friendly

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Butler, just steps from Watauga Lake. You'll also find Watauga River and Watson Island within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cabin include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a firepit.

Does LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Does LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.

How close is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional), which is about 26.4 mi away. Another top airport is Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands), which is around 26.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly?

Yes, every cabin at LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly comes with a balcony and some offer mountain and water views.

LAKEFRONT Peninsula House ONE of a KIND SPOT! Private Dock, Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice lake view
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Location
The home is very well equipped with everything you need and the location is terrific. Very quiet, laid back trip with friends. The owner communicates extremely well. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Great stay on the lake

Our stay was relaxing and in a beautiful place. Very peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

Watauga Lake Getaway

Beautiful location! Relaxing and fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Family stay

Excellent house for a family gathering. Well stocked in both the kitchen and for lake activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred K.

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

Beautiful Place!!

This was a great place. Love being right on the water. We will definately be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garnet K.

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

Retirement retreat

Loved the place. Just wish we had access to the upstairs bathroom in the middle of the night!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the remoteness of this property. It was an excellent choice to be able to recharge and sit back and relax. Really enjoyed that you cannot hear any traffic noises and at night the area was not impacted by lights from development. Very peaceful. I do recommend renting a boat to explore this wonderful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Beautiful House and Location

The house was great and the location on the lake was amazing. Owner communication was prompt with any questions. We plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

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

Wonderful

We loved our time here. Kids swam, caught fish, and kayaked. Great fire pit, back porch, and outdoor patio to relax on. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Secellia C.

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

Great Location

Great property with wonderful water views and access. Tons of fish around the dock and boat access area. We also enjoyed not having a lot of other houses around, so the cove was very peaceful. Would definitely visit here again. Take saltine crackers to feed the blue gill at the dock, they will eat for hours.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Lake View Was Wonderful!!!

Thank you for the thoughtful New Year care package! It was a wonderful gesture and greatly appreciated. Your effort to make the community feel valued is truly commendable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Awesome from cabin experience to host communication

Will not hesitate to stay here again. Truly peaceful and amazing cabin. Host was always available to answer questions. Want to relax and decompress? LOOK NO FURTHER!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kassi O.

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

Beautiful Lake House

Great Lake house. Only downside was spotty internet. If you need to work (zoom, emails, make calls) it is not ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn B.

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

Perfectly peaceful getaway!

The property is a unique retreat right on the lake with a private boat dock available for our rental. It was perfect for our needs. We had a glorious time, even making smores over an outdoor fire. The property owner/manager went above and beyond to communicate with us. We did not lack for any information and had everything we needed for a wonderful stay. I would certainly recommend this quiet property to enjoy the beautiful Watauga Lake and area.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hunter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for a long guy’s weekend getaway! The setting is every bit as beautiful as the pictures show. We rented a pontoon boat from Fish Springs Marina, about a 20 minute boat ride from the house. We enjoyed paddling the cove and one of the boys caught a 4 pound largemouth! The kitchen was very well appointed for cooking. The fire pit was a highlight as the sun set and the covered porch with propane fire was a perfect alternative on a night of scattered showers. Management was very responsive leading up to the trip, and everything functioned in the house, so no need to contact them during our stay. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra P.

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

Perfect

The house is in really good shape and very clean. There were a lot of useful things in the house like wood, cleaning essentials, games, automatic vacuum cleaners and kitchen supplies. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Most relaxing trip!

The location of this property was exactly what we were looking for! Private, short distance to the water from the house, great views. The house was well equipped and the double refrigerator was key since there are not many restaurants close by. The lake is so beautiful, we rented a boat for the week and explored everyday and there were no crowds. We were totally comfortable while the kids were tubing and not concerned of other boaters. Just a fantastic time overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

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

Quick trip to isolate

The home was well equipped with needed items. The wifi worked well, which was nice because we had no cell phone service. We were looking for remote and found it for sure. We did not have much success catching fish, but the lake was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

oliver b.

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

Smokey Mountain retreat

Very private location. No immediate neighbors. Only the birds for noise (saw my 1st Green Heron). N & W water views of small cove and Elk River. Comfortable, well-furnished home. Spent many mornings on porch rocking chairs watching the morning mist burn off the hills and lake water. Good unpaved neighborhood roads for taking daily walks. Stayed 1 month (Sept) and enjoyed all of it.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bethany A.

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

Great location surrounded by water!

Our group of couples/friends take an annual trip to Watauga, and we had another great trip this summer! The property was in a wonderful location with water on both sides of the peninsula, as well as convenience to 321 and the neighborhood boat ramp. The kitchen was well equipped for a few days of cooking. Frig was large which made it perfect for a group that plans to bring a ton of groceries. Ice maker was pretty slow so I would suggest that guests bring extra bags of ice along. Furniture on the porch and at the fire were perfect, the dock was a nice amenity with our fishing boat along and the kayaks provided were a nice feature! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Family of 4 and 2 dogs...

We spent 5 wonderful and relaxing days here. The home is so comfortable and has everything you need. We have family in the area and they all opted to come visit us everyday on the lake. No cell service but there is a home phone and limited wifi. The only thing we missed having was a fenced in area for our pups. Area dogs wandered up to the house a lot so we weren't comfortable letting ours roam around unleashed. But the closed deck helped. Hope to make it back next year!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bridget S.

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

Family Memories

The property is beautiful but some very steep hills. I wish there was a bit more level land. It appeared to be like a beach with sand in pictures but really couldn't enjoy it like that because of being steep and slick like clay. My husband had recently had knee surgery so we were very cautious with him. We loved having access to kayaks and water mat. The house was very nice. Seating areas are nice as well. It would have been wonderful to have a view of the lake to the left off from the back side of the awesome covered deck. It was not used at all because there wasn't much of a view from there anymore. Possible cut some trees back for a bit of a view. Overall we had a wonderful time and enjoyed making family memories. Thank you very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Rustic elegance on the water- HIGHLY recommended

Watauga Lake is one of the cleanest and most pristine lakes in the entire Southeastern US. Set in the Cherokee National Forest, the lake atmosphere is outstanding if you're looking for a place to relax, rewind, and recover from whatever you drive or whatever drives you. Memorial Day 2017 was our second visit to this cabin. Our most recent experience confirms the validity of our decision to try to make a visit to this location an annual event. But on to the property itself..... This property is elegant, spacious, well designed and appointed. The bedding, bath, laundry, and kitchen furnishings provided by Julie and Jenelle cover just about anything and everything you'll need. The location is quiet and secluded. Water access to both a main lake channel and a quiet cove is only a few steps away. The private dock is in the cove, so your personal watercraft are not subjected to the traffic, beating, and constant wave action of a busy channel. 2 kayaks are included to enhance your lake experience. The well-designed and maintained boat ramp makes it easy to launch and recover your own watercraft. Techies are well-served. There are large flat-screen TVs and DVD players throughout the house. Wifi Internet access is limited but sufficient for casual web browsing and e-mail retrieval.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

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