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Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning

 


Welcome to Tree Top Lodge, a unique lake cabin on one of the cleanest and most beautiful lakes in the country.  Watauga is Cherokee for beautiful waters.  Tree Top Lodge has Watauga Lake as its front yard and Cherokee National forest as its backyard.   


 This one-of-a-kind cabin is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing break or to use as your base camp to launch a week of new adventures. Soak in the hot tub, sit by the fire and read a book or,  if you're feeling adventurous, hike less than a mile up the Iron Mountain Range behind the lodge to the Appalachian Trail. Relax on our covered porch or the deck that  providing a view of the forest and mountains. On the back deck is the hot tub and a gas grill. This is a perfect spot to sit and enjoy the sounds of the national forest, and waterfall.


Although you can always choose to unplug - we also provide free wifi, smart flat screen TVs with Netflix, cable tv, long distance phone service, games, music docks and a great library of books.  Whether you are traveling as a couple or with family, there is plenty to keep you busy or allow you to relax.  We invite to you stay at our cabin to work remotely - we have lots of table space and fast wifi. It's a great way to stay connected at work while still getting to enjoy some fun and downtime with family or friends!


Main Level - The family room is  a great spot to relax, read a book, watch sports/movies or play games with the family.  An antique drop leaf dining table is ready for family dining and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for family meals.  The master bedroom and bathroom are also on the main level, as well as the full size washer/dryer.


Loft - The loft has the guest bedroom with queen bed and a twin bed available in the closet.  The third bedroom has a twin daybed with a trundle bed perfect for kids or adults.  The second bathroom is on this level as well.  


The Property - Tree Top Lodge is in a small community of cabins directly adjacent to Cherokee National Forest on Watauga lake in Butler, TN.  Off the back deck you will find a trailhead into the national forest that runs out to a peninsula looking over the lake and our private marina.  


Surrounding Areas


No matter the time of year, this four season destination has something for everyone! In Spring and Summer there is plenty of mountain and lake recreation, foliage viewing in the fall and winter snow skiing. The property is 40 minutes from the Boone, NC Ski slopes (Sugar, App and Beech Mountains), Johnson City TN, and Bristol for the big Nascar race. Hike endless trails nearby, indulge at the Watauga Lake Winery, Golf at some of the most beautiful and challenging courses in NC, or zip line at Off The Grid. 


Our community has a private marina and boat ramp tucked into a quiet cove on the lake. Bring your boat and dock it at our boat slip or just walk down for a day of fishing right off the marina. Watauga Lake is one of the cleanest lakes in the country making it the perfect spot to swim, fish, ski or boat around this expansive high mountain lake.  At our boat slip we have several options for fun on the lake including 2 brand new "sit in" kayaks, a third "sit on" kayak, a full-size paddleboard and a super fun paddleboat to take out on the cove.  We highly recommend renting a ski or pontoon boat at one of the public marinas as that is one of the best ways to enjoy the lake.  Docking privileges at our marina is included. The area is also one of the top trout fishing destinations in the country. Catch trophy rainbows on the Watauga River or, for the more experienced fly fisherman, book a guided trip for a shot at a wild, indigenous, brown trout  that can grow to over 30" in the clean, cold waters of the South Holston River. 


Depending on the time of year, your welcome letter will include recommendations on the places to go, and things to do that will make your trip one to remember.






 This is a family rental so no large parties, Bachelor/Bachelorette parties or large gatherings of any kind are allowed.  




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Property manager

RedAwning Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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

Property is also known as

465304
Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Butler, TN

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Watauga River - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 50 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 54 min drive - 46.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 72 min drive - 68.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico's Pizza & Sub's - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Barker's Drive-Thru - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Stoney's Pizza & Subs - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Table - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Big Laurel Branch Wilderness and Watauga Lake. Watauga River is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

Tree Top Lodge - Gorgeous Lake Cabin with Hot Tub & Magnificent Views of Forests and Mountains! by RedAwning Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KRISTEN O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lodge
I love this home! It was very clean and extremely accommodating. Everything was immaculate! Our beds were very comfortable. I think it was bigger than it looked in the photos. The deck was really nice and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay in such a beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Kandas M.

Not The Vibe
I personally would never rent this particular cabin again or recommend to anyone. Upon opening the door, I walked straight into a cobweb. Not a huge issue or deal breaker but my main issue was walking upstairs. There is no insulation so just walking from the bathroom to the room sounds like moving furniture around from the lower level. After the first night we all had to go to bed at the same time each night which was not ideal. Absolutely no view of the lake unless you peep through overgrown shrubbery. The photos on the listing have been updated now so that's good. The walk to the lake/private dock is a long one. Especially when carrying a lot of items. And the way back is all uphill. Overall, we had a good time because I'm always going to make the most of it, but I would personally never rent this cabin again. I will say the property manager was really nice and helped with some water and power issues that happened unexpectedly. He kept me updated through the process. I wasn't thrilled when he tried to send someone out to repair the deck damage (that was there when we arrived) during our stay. I asked him not to and he didn't per my wishes. Wasn't trying to hear banging any more than we already did with the walking upstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Biljana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We couldn't ask for more, my family loved staying in Tree top lodge. Cabin is very, very clean, beautifully decorated, very good beds, pillows, sheets, towels, everything looks like new and good qulity. Hot tub was hot when we arrived and it stays hot throughout the stay. Cabin is well stocked and you can't run out of basics and even more. We had keurig coffe cups provided for our whole stay! Kids loved bunch of games, toys, books, tv in each room. Very easy access to the lake, few min down the road. Very nice, small neighborhood. I sure would stay again, maybe in summer next time, but fall foliage around the cabin and lake is magnificent this time of the year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet cabin near the lake
Nice cabin in beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cabin
Great property! Beautiful, clean cabin with toys/games/books, well stocked kitchen & comfy beds. Ate all meals out on the deck and hung out around the fire. Even saw a bear one night! Only issue was RedAwning Property Mgmt could not answer basic questions. We tried to determine how far the walk was to the lake before arrival, but they never responded. It is a very steep walk down to the lake which was hard for our young son. Wasn’t too big of a deal to drive, though. Our son caught his first fish off the dock. Great family memories we will always cherish. Fun weekend getaway. Would recommend, as long as you are ok not having easy access to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beutiful quiet getaway
Very pleased. Loved the cabin/location. A couple of amenities listed were not there. Other than that fabulous stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
My husband and I went away for our anniversary and wanted to hike portions of the Appalachian Trail. This property exceeded our expectations. It was VERY clean, comfortable and had a beautiful view. We enjoyed finding local spots to hike and explore. I would say, locally, there are very few places to eat or go out, which wasn’t a concern for us, but something to consider if you would stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place to spend our 40th anniversary. Everything was provided, just a beautiful nature lo
Everything went very smoothly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home!!
We were in town for a weekend at Bristol. The home was beautiful, well stocked, and quite comfortable. It was nice to come back to after a long day at the races. It was a little tough to find at first, I definitely recommend arriving during the day as was suggested in the listing. The only downside was that we thought it was closer to the lake but with 2 small kids it was a little too far so we didn’t get to enjoy that. Otherwise, we truly enjoyed our weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynn ellis m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as listed
Everything was clean and ready. The things that we forgot were there for us to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely week!
We loved our time here! Relaxing in the hot rum after a day on the trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain get away
Great place for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette S., Cranberry Township, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Butler TN
Great property to relax and enjoy the mountains and lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to unwind
We had a wonderful restful stay and will definitely consider visiting again. This is a perfect place to disconnect and unwind. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
Tree Top Lodge is the perfect family getaway. The house is beautiful and has everything you will need for a relaxing time. It is nestled in the trees giving plenty of privacy. The waterfall, firepit, and large deck are just a few of the areas to unwind. The paddleboat at the marina was a big hit with the adult children. Our family will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cabin tucked into a National Forest
My family of 5 had a wonderful time at this cabin tucked away in a peaceful spot. We loved the outdoor space as much as the inside. The toys, games, and books at our disposal kept the kids happy. The trail into the forest ends quickly, but we did come across a baby deer hiding out up there. That was a highlight for my 7 year old!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlene P., Fort Lauderdale, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Lake Getaway
Tree Top Lodge provided the perfect getaway for our family. It was perfectly appointed. We ate dinner on the picnic table on the deck every night. It provided beautiful lake and forest views. We were able to relax and spend quality family time hanging out by the fire pit, in the living room in front of the fireplace, out on the back deck enjoying the birds and particularly the hummingbirds visiting the feeder throughout the day. It was a wonderful TN mountain getaway! The owner was very responsive. The home is nicely appointed with linens, towels, kitchen equipment. It was a great cabin in the woods.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain lodge
My husband and I stayed in this gorgeous mountain cabin in April and our stay exceeded our expectations. The check in information was clear and precise, directions lead us straight to the front door! The cabin was clean and stocked with all the essentials and even some spices and coffee accessories! Lake view from the porch rockers was gorgeous and hot tub was amazing even on the cooler nights. We not only enjoyed the electric fireplace indoors but the outdoor fire pit as well. The lake was a little cool to venture out on the kayak but it was nice to know they were available. If you are looking for a quiet relaxing getaway, this is the place to be!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abigail L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!
Great place! It has everything! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

bethany b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!!! Very quaint
Overall a cute place in a remote location. Most things in town are a 30-45 min drive away so keep that in mind. The lake is gorgeous but was a bit too cold to try out the canoes. My only complaint was the master bedroom is directly under one guest room and there is no insulation so you can hear everything. There was also a mouse trap stuck to the guest room upstairs curtain. Keep in mind there isnt a dinning room in this rental if you need that! I would stay here again in a return trip. Manager was polite!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keri J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall bliss
My husband and I were seeking some cooler temperatures and fall leaves and the Tree Top Lodge fit the bill perfectly. Located in a gated neighborhood on Watauga Lake, this cabin appeared brand new, tastefully decorated and slept very comfortably. All of the essentials were present, even some snacks, coffee and laundry detergent. We grilled outside one evening and found the string of market lights set a beautiful and welcoming ambiance. Although we didn't use the hot tub, it's conveniently located on the deck and ready to go, already heated!. Mark encouraged us to enjoy the lake at the nearby marina, and we did! The kayaks were easy to use and provided a serene view of the lake, other properties and the Cherokee National Forest. Tip: if you don't want to risk getting wet, launch the kayaks from the marina boat ramp. We hope to return to the cabin again. Great value, super host, and impeccable decor.....all ensuring our trip was just what we needed. 🍂
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location
Great mountain getaway for the family
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrei M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in this gorgeous cabin. The cabin is beautifully decorated with many special touches. It’s only a couple of minutes to walk to the Lake where we enjoyed paddle boarding and boating. We enjoyed the incredible views, the hot tub, and our boys enjoyed the basketball hoop which was a bonus. The owner is wonderful and everything exceeded our expectations! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cory N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing mountain getaway
This property is flat out amazing. Great Mountain View’s, close to awesome hiking trails, extremely clean and well kept property, and the host was extremely helpful before and during the stay. The beautiful lake is a short walk away, and the kayaks and paddle board provided are great. I highly recommend this property to anyone wanting to disconnect and have an amazing mountain vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021