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Watauga River Cabins Sycamore Cabin

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 665 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Johnson City, TN
  • East Tennessee State University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Johnson City Mall
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Watauga River Cabins Sycamore Cabin

This cabin (Sycamore Cabin) is part of our 'rustic lodge'. Our 'rustic lodge' is located on the banks of the beautiful Watauga River, halfway between Johnson City and Elizabethton. The lodge was designed to resemble a horse barn and sits on 5 acres with over 600 feet of river frontage and consists of 3 cabins.

The downstairs Sycamore cabin has over 800 square feet of living space. The cabin has a queen bed and full bath downstairs. In the loft there is a queen bed, two single beds and a half bath.

All linens are included -- all you have to do is pick up some food and bring your personal items -- all other items will be provided for you! The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, toaster, coffee maker and microwave.

The cabin has heat/air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat screen satellite TV (Direct TV is provider), DVD/VCR, central laundry facility and gas grill.

There is also a full hook-up RV pad with 50 amp service, located on the river. (extra cost) The RV lot has a private deck that overlooks the river.

Very convenient to both Johnson City and Elizabethton (10 minutes) as well as Roan Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Hawksnest ski resorts (45-60 minutes). Immediately adjacent to the lodge is the Watauga River which is about 100 feet wide and is home to some of the finest Trout fishing in the Eastern United States. Trout species in the Watauga River are Rainbow, Brook and Brown as well as several types of Bass and various non-game species. This lower part of the Watauga has been designated as the 'Quality Trout Zone.'

We have other cabins available please call for dates and prices.

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Watauga River. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Watauga River and 8 minutes by car from Sycamore Shoals State Park
As a guest of Watauga River Cabins Sycamore Cabin , you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Johnson City cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Gary Whidden

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Watauga River Cabins Sycamore Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 195 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan J A., Nahunta

Liked: Cleanliness
River
One of the best places ever. Very family friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend retreat
We have been coming to Johnson City and staying at these cabins for years. We have stayed in every unit depending on the size needs for that trip. No matter what, the view is just the best! Sitting in a rocking chair listening to the river is just so peaceful.If there is ever an issue, you get immediate response.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Fishing
Great place for a group!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We stay on this property as often as we can. We love it here! At this point we have stayed at four of the different cabins. My favorite vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location.
Peaceful, quiet place for us to stay for our daughter’s college graduation. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Time
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Had family come in from different areas to get together and spend some quality time. We are definitely doing it again next year😁
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mountain Weekend w Friends!
Gary & Patti's cabin was perfect for a group of 4 friends. We went on a fly fishing trip on the South Holston river, and it was close enough to get an early start on the day. The cabin itself is great. Plenty of room and Wifi/streaming worked well. We used the grill and the fire pit a lot. It was secluded with plenty of fun amenities. Would highly recommend if you want an outdoor stay with modern amenities! Property manager, Phil, was great :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette A., Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Another day in Paradise
We have stayed at the Wautauga River Cabins several times. We refer to it as our home away from home. I can not say enough good things about this place. The property owners Patti and Gary are always there to answer questions and to keep you informed of things of importance with the cabin or with fishing the river. The property managers Phil and Alesa are always to there to assist with any needs that may arise. You can just mention that something would be nice and then the next time you go it is there. We consider them family now. This last time we wanted to bless them with a cookout because they had to deal with no electricity and lots of river cleanup after the Helene storm. But when they came they blessed us with a desert that was absolutely delicious. They are such nice people. If you should have an issue, they are always there to get it fixed in a timely manner. The cabins are always clean and the property is always tidy. The fall and holiday decor is a nice touch. We are so thankful that the rising waters didn’t harm these beautiful cabins. Were already thinking about when we will be able to return for our next get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Race weekend
We enjoy staying at this location. Secluded but close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts!
We had planned to stay during the weekend of Hurricane Helene, but mother nature had other plans. Patti and Gary were super responsive during a crazy time and very understandable in regards to working out a solution for our reservation. If I'm in the Johnson City area, I will choose their cabins! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
My family and I enjoyed our stay at your beautiful place and would love to come again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
**Review for VRBO Stay** We had a fantastic stay! The location couldn't have been better for our getaway – it was so convenient. We had family and friends with us, with some renting the cabin beside ours, and it worked out perfectly. The cabin was incredibly family-friendly, with plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy. Highly recommend for a memorable and hassle-free vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Barnhouse!
Right on the river, fun, clean, amazing place. We have stayed here like 9x now.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell D., Morgantown, WV

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue & Me
This is a great property to sit back relax and enjoy friends. The river is peaceful and helps to relax. The amenities the property had was everything we needed. It was nice to meet some new folks too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just What We Needed
The property and amenities were exactly as described. We enjoyed the quiet time. We plan to return as time and work schedules allow.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always our 1st pick to stay!!
We have stayed here several times and never have had a complaint. So peaceful, relaxing, and can't wait to come back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as advertised!!
What a great place! Clean as a whistle, and an unbelievably pretty spot on the river. We couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Wonderful place to stay with family. Loved the outdoor amenities. Cabin is charming and perfect for families
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Beautiful cabin and property on the river. Always a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location right on the Watagua River
Two nights lodgings and Smallmouth fishing during the day
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer Herald S.

Wonderful
But needed cleaned badly outside, mattress was worst in the world and lighting is terrible inside. However we loved staying there and hopefully will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024