River Rock Retreat Lake Views and Dock

$250-799/night
3 Bedrooms • 4 Baths (3 full, 1 half) • Sleeps 6-9
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JUST LISTED: Enjoy stunning Watauga Lake views from this beautiful home nestled in a quiet neighborhood. This retreat offers kayak, paddleboard, and shared dock access in a serene cove. Relax on the deck as you rock your worries away, or unwind on the porch swing by the fire pit. Take in the sunset, float around the peaceful cove, or bring a boat (or rent one from a nearby marina) and explore over 180 miles of shoreline. Hosted by Christie & Donaven at Watauga Lake Vacations, River Rock Retreat is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and make lasting memories.

Inside the home:
- First floor: Features a queen bed ensuite with a full bath, a kitchenette, and a separate entrance.
- Main floor: Includes a spacious living room with a wood-burning river rock fireplace, an open dining area with a fabulous kitchen, and a massive bedroom with a king bed and seating. There's also a full bath with a shower and jacuzzi tub, as well as a half bath and a laundry room with a washer/dryer.
- Third floor: Offers more spectacular lake views, another bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite full bath, and a second living room/den with ample seating and a play nook for kids. Multiple Roku TVs are available throughout the home for all your streaming needs.

Outdoor living:
- Main floor deck: A large area with a gas grill and a dining table with seating for six and an umbrella, perfect for dining, entertaining, or just relaxing. Nearby, enjoy rocking chairs with views of the lake.
- Lower porch: An outdoor living room with a gas fire pit and porch swing. Cornhole boards are available for yard games, or you can play under the covered porch.
- Dock: A kayak and paddleboard are provided, with life jackets available. Enjoy the quiet cove or venture out to the main channel. Fish, sunbathe, swim, or simply unwind. Water sports equipment rentals are available upon request, including water skis, a 3-person tube, kneeboard, tow ropes, and additional paddleboards. The Little Milligan boat ramp is just three minutes away, and there is space at the dock to moor a boat during your stay.

Year-round enjoyment:
- A gas fireplace on the porch and a wood-burning fireplace inside during the winter.
- After sunset, outdoor lighting allows for continued fun with cornhole or relaxing with games and entertainment.

Explore the area:
- Boone, NC, is just 39 minutes away, and Johnson City, TN, is 38 minutes away, both offering a variety of activities.
- Elizabethton is a short 23-minute drive for dining, shopping, and ice cream
- The Appalachian Trail is just 14 minutes away, along with Roan Mountain State Park, Sugar Hollow Retreat, golf courses, a winery, and nearby snow skiing, tubing, and snowboarding options.
- A comprehensive list of local recommendations for activities, food, and drink are provided.

Cancellation Policy: Ninety-six percent (96.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. Fifty percent (50.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 14 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 14 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

River Rock Retreat is hosted by WataugaLakeVacations which is owned and operated by Christie and Donaven who both agree, there is no better place to be than on Watauga Lake in the Cherokee National Forest. Donaven is a Watauga Lake Realtor, vacation rental manager, and the proud dad of two teenagers, a daughter Ella, and a son Donaven. Christie is also a Realtor and teaches 8th grade ELA at Hampton Elementary School. The entire family loves to ride bikes, hike, spend time on the golf range, shoot skeet, jet ski, boat, swim and hang out on the lake or sit out by a campfire.

Butler, Tennessee

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 9
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Limited accessibility
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 35
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • Water View
  • Mountain View
  • Lake
  • Forest
  • Lakefront
  • Lake View
  • Mountain
  • Rural
  • Waterfront
  • Lake Access
General
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Firewood Provided
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Kitchenette
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
  • Dining Table
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Coffee
  • Mini Fridge
  • Wine Glasses
Bathrooms 4 Baths (3 full, 1 half)
  • 1st Floor Bathroom – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
  • 2nd Floor Bathroom – Shower, Toilet, Tub
  • 2nd Floor Powder Room – Toilet
  • 3rd Floor Bathroom – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 3 Bedrooms, sleeps 6-9
  • 1st Floor Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
  • 2nd Floor Bedroom – 1 King bed
  • 2nd Floor Living Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon, 1 Couch
  • Family Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon
  • 3rd Floor Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
Family
  • Baby Gate
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Room Darkening Shades
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Lanai/Gazebo (covered)
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Boat Available
  • Kayak/Canoe
  • Water Sports Gear
  • Veranda
  • Beach Essentials
  • Private Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Boat Slip
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Other
  • Massage
  • Private Chef
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Romantic
Attractions
  • Bay/Sound
  • Marina
  • Winery Tours
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Paddle Boating
  • Boating
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mountain Climbing
  • Rafting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
  • Skiing
  • Water Skiing
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Whitewater Rafting
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Limited Parking
  • Shared Spaces
  • Cameras/Surveillance
  • Dangerous Animals
  • Near Lake, River, or Water Body
  • Heights With No Fence