Watauga Riverbend Retreat | House in Johnson City

10.0 (67 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   5 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Johnson City House | Watauga Riverbend Retreat

5 Bedroom House in Johnson City

Watauga River views and frontage. Beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath home on one of the most sought-after trophy trout fishing destinations in the southeast. Beautiful hardwood floors, 4 fireplaces, covered decks and patios for entertaining, or just relaxing. Use of kitchen and private entrance. Access to fire pit, hot tub, pool table and home theater. Close to I-26 for dining and shopping. Kennels available. Private float trips available upon request for $35 per person. bird hunting trips with access to a private reserve The Tweetsie Trail (9.5 mile bike/walking trail) is less than 1/4 mile away. and a golf course 1/2 mile from the house. Allows catered events. Owner lives in separate wing of the house. Please scroll through our pictures to see all the amenities.

Watauga Riverbend Retreat is located in Johnson City. Watauga Riverbend Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Watauga Riverbend Retreat has 5 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Johnson City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Johnson City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • 5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
Accessibility
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas
Activities
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
General
  • Unit size: 6900 sq ft (641 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: we are on the river so must supervise
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings;maximum event attendees: 75;there will be an extra charge for events
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: extra pet deposit non refundable pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: there will be an extra charge for events parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Mary K.
Oct 6, 2025 10:54:36 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: had our dog with us! very welcoming
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