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Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River

Banner Elk cabin with kitchen

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TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81680 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

On river.Stay at this Banner Elk cabin and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watauga River and 2 miles (3 km) of Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and Hound Ears Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alta Vista Gallery and B & B - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Appalachia Cookie Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪South End Brewing - Boone - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬9 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.

Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River

Welcome to Watauga Flats!

Watauga Flats is a beautiful log cabin on the Watauga River in Valle Crucis with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. You will find custom wood features, skylights, and hardwood floors throughout. All of the bedrooms have classic upscale country decor. If a quaint riverside mountain cabin is what you are seeking, Watauga Flats delivers!

Located only a mile from the historic Mast General Store and Valle Crucis Riverfront Park, Watauga Flats is convenient and central to all the High Country offers. Boone is only 5 miles away, Banner Elk is about 9 miles away, and Blowing Rock is only 11 miles away. Snow skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and ice skating are nearby, with Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and Appalachian Ski Mountain about 12 miles and Beech Mountain Ski Resort only 14 miles away. Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zip Lines park is 11 miles from the cabin. Grandfather Mountain is less than 15 miles away, and Tweetsie Railroad is only 10 miles from Watauga Flats.

The main level features an open floor plan with high vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors. The cozy living room has a gas fireplace in the stacked stone wall, a flat-screen TV with paid programming, and skylights above that provide natural light. The banquet-style dining table seats up to 6 guests. The kitchen has gorgeous granite counters, high-end stainless appliances, and a large center island for preparing meals.

The main floor bedroom has a queen bed from which you can hear and see the nearby Watauga River. The main floor bathroom has a frameless glass-door tiled shower and a soaking tub. Upstairs, there are flanking bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds. A full bathroom in the center has a step-in shower and services both upstairs bedrooms. The open loft has a TV and sitting area with a sofa that converts to a double-size sleeper.

Off the dining and living room is an open-air wrap-around deck with a view of the big backyard and the Watauga River. It features a gas grill, an outdoor dining table and chairs, a hot tub, and seating.

Watauga Flats offers all the comforts of home, including WIFI, paid TV programming, mini-split air conditioning, and a washer and dryer. Heat is supplied via a Rinnai Direct Vent Furnace to keep things cozy in the cabin. Two pets are welcome with your reservation, and additional pet fees will apply. Winter travelers should prepare for unpredictable weather with 4WD or AWD vehicles and chains in the case of deep snow or ice.

Relax and enjoy a wonderful vacation experience at Watauga Flats!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,680 square feet

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River to the airport?

This cabin is 62.6 mi (88-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River to downtown Banner Elk?

This cabin is 6.5 mi away from Banner Elk.

Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location right on the Watauga River, perfect for fly fishing, stargazing, and hot tubbing.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This Watauga River cabin in Valle Crucis was the perfect accommodation for my daughter’s young family to enjoy a week in Valle Crucis. Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, bathrooms and kitchen are also large and highly functional with new appliances. The hot tub overlooking the Watauga river was especially luxurious. The large exterior decks add to the living space making the entire cabin well suited for family gatherings. I would definitely rent this cabin again for my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Other than downstairs toilet not working properly everthing was as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

Enjoyed the home
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

The entire stay from beginning to end was FANTASTIC. Property owners are super easy to get in touch with and more than accommodating. We booked a two night stay for a family ski trip. Some snow came in the day we planned to leave and decided last minute to stay another night. We reached out they responded very quickly and were able to stay another night. Thank you guys!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall Nice Place

House was nice overall. Just some issues. 1. Was told check in was at 4pm. However when we arrived just after 4PM we couldn’t get into the house because the Landscaper was there cutting the grass and had the driveway blocked. We did’t get access until almost 5pm. After a 17 hour drive we were not happy having to sit in the car. 2. The back deck door lock did not work. Couldn’t secure the property. There was an alarm system but no instructions on how to use it. 3. Upstairs Shower leaked through the ceiling to the kitchen area. We couldn’t use it after one shower. We notified the property Manager who said they would send someone out the next morning but we never saw anyone the duration of the stay. 4. Bedroom 1 and 2 were very nice. Bedroom 3 could use softer mattresses. The ones in there are rock hard and onlt meant for small kids Otherwise every thing alse was pretty nice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin R., Pageland, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Howard N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would rent again!

A clean and very Comfortable cabin for a multi-generational group!Just wish there was access to river.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W., ocala, florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful river location!

Perfect family vacation! We love this area so much! The house was perfect for 6 of us! The kids loved the hot tub and playing in the river! We saw so many deer and baby bunnies!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pretty Cabin

The property and the cabin were both very nice. We were disappointed that there was no access to the river, which was the main reason we rented this cabin. The place was extremely clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the back porch and the hot tub was so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property!

We absolutely loved the property! The cabin was clean and exceeded our expectations. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Valle Crucis Cabin

What a wonderful, easy to access cabin right on the Watauga River. Well decorated and renovated with expansive porches on the front and back. Plenty of room, lots of quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice place ! The river in the back yard is amazing even caught a few trout in it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024