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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock (Johnson City)
Interior - Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock (Johnson City)
Along the banks of the Watauga River, The Hemlock Cabin offers a cozy retreat with 900 square feet of living space. Unwind by the gas fireplace or enjoy fishing in one of Eastern US's finest Trout zones, then cook your catch in a fully-equipped kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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-Hemlock

Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cabin has an arcade/games room and charcoal grills. The cabin has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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: 900 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved, non aggressive dogs are welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Watauga River Cabins Hemlock
Watauga River Cabins-hemlock Cabin
Watauga River Cabins-hemlock Johnson City
Watauga River Cabins-hemlock Cabin Johnson City

About the area

Located in Johnson City, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sycamore Shoals State Park and Watauga River, while Tipton-Haynes Historic Site and The Bonnie Kate are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Johnson City Family Skatecenter, or check out an event or a game at Bristol Motor Speedway. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby. Visit our Johnson City travel guide
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Map
Johnson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga River
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • East Tennessee State University
    11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Johnson City Mall
    12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Freedom Hall Civic Center
    13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Johnson City Medical Center
    15 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Jersey Mike's Subs
    7 min drive
  • Papa John's Pizza
    10 min drive
  • By-Lo Market
    12 min drive
  • Cranky's Pump N Pints
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock located?

This family-friendly Johnson City cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Watauga River and Sycamore Shoals State Park. Johnson City Family Skatecenter and Elk Crossing are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Watauga River Cabins-Hemlock Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Space was great, the fireplace kept the cabin pretty cozy. We enjoyed the grill, fire pit and mostly the river views.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As usual I would highly recommend Watauga River Cabins
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with this rustic cabin and the outside areas were very relaxing. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting above the river and enjoyed the view and watching the paddlers and fisherman go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a nice little peaceful getaway this one is for you! It has sooo much beauty to offer and so much relaxation. If we go back to the area this is definitely where we will stay again. Everyone was so nice!! They supply so much for you! I miss being there already!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Marianne A.

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

Perfect for family reunion

Great location, more room than photos suggest, huge yard to spread out in with our family staying in the other cabins. Great for our family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Weekend getaway for sports tournament

It was a nice clean cabin perfect for a family. Beautiful views and convenient to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

TN Fishing Adventure

We have stayed at this property for several years to fish in Eastern TN. This is such a great place to stay as it is secluded but close to John City.We really love staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

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

Beautiful stay

The location is what makes this place special! Relax and watch the fishermen float by...
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Galen K.

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

Great experience!

Asheville Fly Fishing Company's guests enjoyed another great fly fishing trip on the Watauga River. Watauga River Cabins is a great lodging location for our guests and AFFC includes fishing and private chef options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

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

Great time

We have a great, relaxing stay. We plan to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

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

Heaven

This is by far on of the best places we have had the opertunity to stay at. I would love to by this property and retire here. Thanks for a marvelous relaxing treat from the rat races. This place is so peaceful and beautiful. Do yourself a favor and book a long visit here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great as always

Wonderful place to stay and love the area. Very peaceful and the scenery is beautiful as well. Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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ETSU graduation 2025

Our family really enjoyed visiting with old friends around the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

The barn

All three apartments in the barn were fantastic. Clean, comfortable, and have everything you need. Not to mention the beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

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

Highly recommend!

Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The cabin was clean and homey. The location was great and very close to anything you might need while still feeling remote and in nature. Gary and patty were also amazing—super welcoming, kind and helpful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

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

Just What We Needed

Gorgeous property located on a quiet riverside lot. So very restful that we were torn between casting a line and napping in front of the gas fireplace. Very clean and
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Tranquility and peace w beautiful view

Very comfortable cabin with everything on site you could need for an extended stay. Very nice owners they responded quickly when we had issues getting into our cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Escape away from stress

Scenery and location was just what we needed, great place to get away for alittle, we absolutely loved it and will definitely be back Thank you for a beautiful place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

Great Accommodations

My daughter and I came for a daddy/daughter fishing trip. Everything was wonderful, from the view to the cabins to the day trip fishing. We intend to do this trip again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

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

Wonderful family holiday stay

The Hemlock cabin was so warm and welcoming, with a Christmas tree and lovely holiday decor. It was very comfortable, with everything we needed. My husband and I were there with our daughter and our dogs, and it was perfect for all of us. The cabin was very clean, with plenty of room for everyone. The outdoor space is amazing, with a large field to walk the dogs and a fire pit right on the river. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scharlotte C.

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

Heavenly Retreat

We couldn't have been more pleased with this lovely retreat! The lodging is homey and everyone in my family enjoyed themselves imensly! We enjoyed the cold river water numerous times to get a break from the heat! We can't wait to come back again with more of our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

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

Peaceful retreat

Enjoyed our stay. Especially loved sitting by the river. Quiet, peaceful. Everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

OUR *OTHER* HOME

Relaxing. Everything you need to settle in and enjoy the beauty of Watauga River. We visit 2-3 times a year. Never think of staying anywhere else.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

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

Relaxing

Had a lovely time. So relaxing by the Watauga River. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

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

Awesome

We loved everything about our Hemlock cabin and the grounds. We enjoyed the outdoor fireplace and being able to sit down near the river to enjoy the peaceful sounds. This is definitely a little piece of heaven❤️ Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023