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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61550 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Elizabethton, TN
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Bristol Motor Speedway
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Elizabethton

This vacation home places you next to Watauga River and within 2 miles (3 km) of Carter Mansion. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton - Main Campus - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • East Tennessee State University - 18 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 20 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 61 min drive - 46.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪J's Corner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kimbo’s - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access!

Fisherman's Dream is ideal for any fisherman, family or corporate getaway. We offer a beautiful lot with wade out fishing, mountainous views and the tranquility we all need these days. Property includes all linens, fully equipped kitchen, washer & drier, gas grill, TV & WiFi, and both a gas and wood burning fire pit. All you have to pack is your fishing pole and personal items. If you forget your gear or need new gear, our property is located DIRECTLY across the road from Appalachian Outpost. They have a ton of fishing supplies and are very informative!

Fisherman's Dream has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master bedroom has a queen sized bed that will sleep 2. The other two bedrooms each have 2 full sized beds that could easily allow this property to sleep 10!

Located just 5 minutes to the quaint city of Elizabethton, you can find great local eateries such as the famous Ridgewood BBQ. If you don't want make the trip to town or fry your catch of the day, delivery is available. The grocery store and package stores are 5 minutes away, yet you still have the tranquil setting of a mountain retreat! It is truly the best of both worlds.

Bristol Motor Speedway is only 15 minutes away!! It 's a perfect way to spend race weekend; fish in the day and race at night!!! Roan Mountain State Park, Watauga Lake, and the Jonesborough Storytelling Festival are also very convenient to this property.

The Watauga River offers the some of the best trout fishing in the entire USA! With approximately 2000 fish per acre (yes, you read that correctly). Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown. There are also various non-game species. This property is almost halfway down the river. It is perfect for taking a lunch break, refilling the cooler, or just stretching your legs before you continue down stream.

Did I mention that right outside the back door of this property is what I call "The Church Hole?" Fisherman almost always stop to fish this location and usually catch something. You can also sit on the bank and just cast a few if you aren't up for wading in the river.

Fisherman's Dream has something to offer everyone. We hope to see you soon.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Every Fisherman's Dream Located Beautiful Watauga River House
Every Fisherman's Dream Located Beautiful Watauga River
Every Fisherman's Dream Located Beautiful Watauga River House
Every Fisherman's Dream Located Beautiful Watauga River House
Every Fisherman's Dream Located Beautiful Watauga River

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Elizabethton, just steps from Watauga River. You'll also find Carter Mansion and Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access!?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access! have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access! have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional), which is 27.4 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands), which is around 24 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access!?

Yes, every house at Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access! comes with a porch/lanai and some offer mountain and water views.

Fisherman's Dream! Directly on the beautiful Watauga River! Walk in access! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 276 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fisherman’s dream is perfect! Had all the items my family needed and is right on a great Trout river with easy access to a great spot. Perfect for a family or a group that wants to get out and fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fireplace, Everything was as advertised and the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our quick stay here. The house was very spacious, well stocked and clean. The views were beautiful from all rooms in the house and we really enjoyed sitting on the back porch watching/listening to the river. We plan to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen appeared to be fully equipped. I didn’t cook while there.There was plenty of space for us. We enjoyed the open concept. Sitting by the river and next to the fire pit was nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this place! The back yard is beautiful and there’s plenty of outdoor seating to relax and enjoy the property. Indoors as well, it was larger than I expected. We had family in the area and they came over for dinner. It was a total of 9 people and there was plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is well supplied and we were able to cook a few meals without any problem. Beds were super comfortable. Heat was great even though it was in the 20s outside. Very clean. Highly recommend for a couple nights with a few friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication. Nice place for family and friends. Plenty of room. Great view.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time! Everything was so nice and clean and the view was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily U.

Liked: Cleanliness
House and hosts were wonderful! Very convenient to amenities and excellent fishing. Hosts were super helpful and made sure we had a comfortable stay. We definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MlMiller

Liked: Cleanliness
No propane for the fireplace feature on the back deck. Only one days wood for the firepit.House was very clean including floors, kitchen and bathrooms.Towels clean but sheets, pillowcase and comforters need updates.Difficult to open key box. Numbers difficult to enter without significant pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the place, 2nd time there. It’s our go-to in Elizabethton!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maranatha B.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay on the river! Me and my buddies had a great time. Close to everything you need, house has everything you need. Host is quick at responding to questions. Have already booked another trip for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W., N BARRINGTON

Liked: Cleanliness
This property very well maintained, fully functional with all amenities, highly responsive owner. The front of the property simply appears as a nice house just off Broad St. But the back of the house, yard, firepit, directly on the river with easy wading access makes it special for the fisherman.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun and softball!

We were in town for softball nationals, but this home was the highlight of our stay. Our stay at this Tennessee riverfront home was nothing short of perfect. The property sits right on the water, offering stunning views from sunrise to sunset. The beautifully landscaped grounds felt like something out of a magazine — lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and perfectly maintained outdoor spaces made it a joy just to walk around. Whether sitting on the deck with a morning coffee or relaxing by the river in the evening, the environment was peaceful and restorative. The gentle sounds of the water, the fresh air, and the privacy of the location made it an ideal place to unwind. If you’re looking for a scenic and truly relaxing escape, this home is a gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

Family reunion

Couldn’t get key out of box. Son got it out. Before leaving couldn’t get the key box opened- finally after several tries son got it. Dishwasher about to fall out of cabinet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fisherman's Dream

The house was beautiful. Only think you need are toiletries, food and the rest is provided. Just spending time on porch watching the river go by was so relaxing.My daughter loved the hammock, and took a nap in it. Really enjoyed the stay and planning on booking again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don T., Evansville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect fit

Just a quick getaway for us. Everything was great, beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Every Fisherman's Dream

Excellent. Everything was absolutely wonderful! We will definitely stay here again. In fact, this will be our go-to if it's available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

It was such a nice place to stay. It was very peaceful. The place was clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away

Perfect spot to relax after a day of class. Definitely would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

The stay was great no issues! Fishing was fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Oh, this was bad

I was sorely disappointed to get here and find the disgusting kitchen. Two of the burners on the stove needed the drip trays replaced. Beyond the cleaning stage. Opened the oven to find a sheet pan with 4 old baked potatoes, coated in butter or something. I threw the whole thing away. Toaster, every handle in the place, counters, table, all grimy. Owner offered to send someone to clean, but who wants to watch an angry cleaning person cleaning again, and we didn't want to leave our stuff with an angry cleaning person, either. I traveled 600 miles to clean a kitchen! The grill was the same. A beer bottle with cigarette butts in it sat on the grill. Empty beer box on the porch. Just a horrible thing to walk into. I felt compelled to clean up so that I wouldn't be charged for leaving it a mess! Pop cup in the driveway. Wet papertowels in the sink. Stones in the dryer, which had 1" of lint in the lint trap. There were no dish rags or sponges to clean anything, so we went to WalMart. You are welcome to the next guest. The owners did initiate a refund of our cleaning fee and one day's rental, but it went to a closed account, so now that fight begins. A beautiful home in a great location. The owners are just a little lacking in upkeep and cleaning. They allowed the previous renters to stay too long with no thought to the time it would take to clean things up. They allowed 3 hours of cleaning for what should have been given 3 days! Anyway, will never, ever return.or grease
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving trip

This is our 3rd. Thanksgiving stay. We choose Fisherman’s dream for the views, fishing and the house is always clean and decorated with a cute cabin feel with the closeness of town a few min. Away. Just watch out for the bear in the kitchen in the middle of the night. If you don’t believe us book a stay and find out for yourself.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful backyard

We stayed at this lovely property for two nights while visiting our son at ETSU. The house was very clean. We really enjoyed the rocking chairs and propane fireplace on the back porch. It was wonderful to sit out there in the mornings with our coffee. It rained a bit during our visit, so we didn’t get to make use of the fire pit. There were plenty of towels and most other necessities. Make sure to bring soap, shampoo, and conditioner, as that is not provided. The master bedroom mattress seemed a little worn, but the other beds were newer and comfortable. Overall, we all really enjoyed our stay and would come back again in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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