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Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront

Butler cabin with kitchen

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Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Butler, TN
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪75 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Butler

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Butler cabin, you'll find Watauga Lake and Watauga River. Also, Watauga Lake Winery is within 3 miles (5 km) and Watson Island is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Watauga River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 40 min drive - 28.0 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 54 min drive - 38.6 miles
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 60 min drive - 51.9 miles

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pleasent's Country Store - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪river view resturant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Cricket's Corner - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront

Welcome to Garrett's Getaway! A rustic lakefront cabin on the beautiful Watauga Lake in Butler, Tennessee.

This cabin features a private dock, convenient lake access, game tables, a fire pit and more. With three levels of living space, each offering its own bedroom and bath, this retreat is designed for both comfort and privacy while keeping you close to the water's edge.

The cozy main level features a welcoming kitchen and living room, perfect for gathering after a day on the lake. The living room TV is equipped with Sling Blue services, so you can catch up on your favorite shows or enjoy a movie night. A queen bedroom is located on the main level, and a full bathroom is conveniently located in the hallway. Upstairs, the lofted bedroom includes its own bathroom, which also opens to the loft for additional flex space.

On the lower level, you'll find a fun entertainment room complete with a TV, a beautiful black walnut bar with an ice maker, foosball table, and pinball machine. This space opens directly to a patio, creating a great flow for indoor-outdoor relaxation. A full bath is in the hallway on this level for easy access.

Step outside to a stone path leading you down to the lake, where the peaceful setting of the Watauga surrounds you. You'll enjoy the private dock and boat slip just below the house. Right along the lake, is a firepit with two benches where you can roast s'mores next to the water and under the stars.

In the winter months, you'll be just 18 miles from Beech Mountain Ski Resort, making this the perfect year-round getaway for both lake lovers and snow seekers.
Whether you're gathering around the fireplace, playing games downstairs, or soaking in the natural beauty of the lakefront, Garrett's Getaway offers a true mountain-lake escape.

Additional Notes:
- Garretts Getaway allows up to 2 well trained, mature dogs with a pet rent of $25 per pet per night.
- All BRMR homes offer kitchens stocked with all utensils, dishware and cookware needed to cook and enjoy meals. There is also a "starter set" of other essentials including a roll of paper towels, a roll of toilet paper per bath, a couple garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. Towels and linens will be provided for you. Please plan to bring any food or pantry items you wish to use.
- All linens and towels provided for your stay.
- AWD/4WD is recommended for all vehicles coming to the mountains in the winter months. To access Beech Mountain in times of snow or ice, chains may also be necessary.
- Firewood for the indoor fireplace or firepit may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You'll receive two bundles of firewood and a fire starter for $25/night + tax.
- Home is a distance from a grocery store, please plan accordingly to ensure an enjoyable stay!
- Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.

CANCELLATION POLICY -
Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit.
Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest.
All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

TREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals.
TREC License Number: 758

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront to the airport?

This cabin is 48.3 mi (89-min drive) away from the Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront to downtown Butler?

This cabin is 5.7 mi away from Butler.

Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - Private Dock, Lakefront Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jenny S.

Upon arriving we could not get ahold of the property management company, we had requested an early entry at noon so we ended up just driving there since I had the code anyways. We were the first to stay so I didn’t think it would be a problem. Well it was, upon multiple messages and emergency calls to “management”, we finally just hung out at the winery nearby to kill time meanwhile my food was sitting in the cooler. When we finally got a call back hours later we were told the code was activated. Well it wasn’t. So we called back with barely a cell signal and were given a different code to get the key out of the lockbox. Upon entering it was clear the views in the listing were disingenuous. House was clean. Dusty but clean. My son ended up having terrible allergies there, either from the dust or the bed linens. The beds are NOT queens. They are a full size which is a far cry from a queen, had I known that I would have swiped right on by this property. I slept on the pullout which was in the living room, not ideal. The pin ball machine needed quarters as well, might want to note that in your listing. It was so off putting to not be able to reach anyone. They didn’t leave many towels, or dish pods, although the kitchen was well stocked with things that were pleasant surprises. The fan hood on the stove also doesn’t work. The lake is quite arid that was a surprise but the boys still managed to have fun. Would not recommend this property and certainly not its management team!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025