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Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River

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Overlooking the serene river, this deck offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by dense forest.
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Modern kitchen with a large island, dishwasher, and stainless steel sink.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, and stunning window view.
Enjoy a serene riverside view from this outdoor deck, featuring a glass table and comfortable seating.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Elizabethton, TN
  • Watauga River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Watauga Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sycamore Shoals State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Elizabethton

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Elizabethton vacation home, you'll find Cat Island Park and Harmon Park. The Bonnie Kate and Covered Bridge Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Watauga Lake - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Sycamore Shoals State Park - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Milligan College - 19 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • East Tennessee State University - 23 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amigo Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River

Private setting with a large deck overlooking hundreds of feet of the Doe River. If you are looking for a romantic getaway with a private setting this is it . One bedroom with king size bed , large bathroom and large great room with kitchen that leads to a large deck that overlooks the Doe River. This is a single unit. It is a second story apartment with 15 steps to enter.Please consider the steps if you have any limited physical restraints .The lower level is a two car garage used for lawn equipment and storage. Large 55" smart tv with wireless internet. It is a new build on a adjacent lot to our original property #7120102. ( may wish to check it out ) These properties share a common very secluded 410 feet of private Doe River shoreline.
Within 25 minutes of the Bristol Motor Speedway, Roan Mountain, Watauga Lake, and the Tweetsie trail. Close to ETSU and Milligan College and centrally located for the famous "Southern Dozen" for the motorcycle enthusiast. Downtown Elizabethton is close by. Private setting but close to shopping.
The Doe River is known for great Trout fishing, especially in the fall. We have 400 ft of river frontage for fishing and or kayaking. The house is located within minutes of the South Holston river as well as the junction of the Watauga and Doe Rivers, one of the best Trout areas in the eastern U.S.
Sit on the large deck and simply enjoy the peace and quiet. Great place to get away and relax. Read a book or stream your favorite movie while enjoying the sound of the rapids just below you. Full kitchen with everything you need. King size bed in master. Gas grill for cooking out on the deck as well as comfy furniture under cover. Towels and linens, pots pans and dishes provided. We also have streaming You tube tv and Netflix and wifi for your enjoyment.

As the pictures depict, the Loft is a second-floor apartment and requires climbing 15 stairs for access. If you are limited physically or stairs are a concern you may want to check out our other property. #2127445 which shares the same river front but is one level and no stairs.

Property manager

Richard Forsythe or Diane Forsythe

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.2 mi (39-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River to downtown Elizabethton?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi away from Elizabethton.

Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We fell in love with The Loft. It was everything the post said it was and more. The river was beautiful and the Loft was too. The hosts were very nice and friendly. Can't wait to have another opportunity to stay there! Wonderful views. Love the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valere J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend by the river!

Great pprch. Relaxing. Just what we needed. Favorite place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Waterfront gem

We had a great stay on the river! Well appointed space for a couple. Great views, and fun fly fishing for my husband.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We needed somewhere convenient for the NHRA drag races but also a nice little getaway. The loft was perfect. We were 20 mins from the racetrack. The loft had everything we needed. It is beautiful, well stocked, but yet convenient. We absolutely did not want to leave this extraordinary place on the Doe River.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility

Everything went above and beyond the expectations. Very nice place. If I owned it, I would be there all the time. Thank you both for sharing.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway weekend

Perfection!! Beautiful place, location and communications. We so enjoyed and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

This property is absolutely amazing. The design and up to date look was beautiful. So peaceful and could not have been better. The river singing to you while sipping coffee on the back porch or leaving the door open while sitting inside made the evenings and mornings relaxing. Will stay here again. One of the owners stopped by and was very pleasant to speak to. Thank you for sharing this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Very relaxing and great atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a peaceful getaway

I had very invasive surgery a little more than a month ago and between the recovery and having two kids in school, we needed a getaway and we got that at this place. It was peaceful, newly built, had all the amenities and the owners were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.

It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay!

The loft and the property were so beautiful. Everything we needed was already there! Comfy and cozy. Only a 25 minute drive from the Bristol Motor Speedway. Perfect little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene & Peaceful

The property is just as photos represent. The Loft was clean, well stocked with supplies, & the kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. We loved the peacefulness of the Doe River just steps away & enjoyed the firepit. We drove to Johnson City (approximately 20 minutes away) for a lovely dinner. The hosts were responsive quickly with communication. We would definitely stay at the Loft again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful loft by the river

Relaxing and quiet loft overlooking the river. Checkin was easy and the place was very clean. Perfect place to get away from it all. Love the Frogs :)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully peaceful property

We loved our stay though it was short, the river outside the loft is amazing the the interior design was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and charming and we absolutely plan to stay again.

The layout was perfect for 2 ppl wanting to get away from the stress of day to day and relaxing while listening to nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W., Johnson City

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene stay on the river

This property is more beautiful than it appears even in the pictures. I've stayed there twice and thoroughly enjoyed myself both times. Hope to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what I needed

Very clean and accommodating. sitting on the balcony looking down over the river was very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valere J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway

The Loft was perfect for me and my husband to getaway for rest and relaxation. Accomadations were exacrly as stated. Sitting outside listening to the river was just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of heaven

Mountain views on the Doe River. One couldn't ask for more. We even got to meet the property owners who were so gracious. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and relaxing

The house was beautifully decorated with so much attention to detail and spotless clean. The furnishings were comfortable and the atmosphere relaxing. The deck was a favorite spot to relax and enjoy meals while listening to the cadence of the Doe River. A perfect place for a couple to retreat for a few days and refresh. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melba S.

Liked: Cleanliness

River Front Escape in Tennessee

We had a great time in the Loft of Elizabethton. Our hosts have done an excellent job of outfitting their property with every accoutrement to make their guests feel welcome and comfortable — Comfy bed, plentiful bath towels, full kitchen with all the gadgets and appliances for serious cooking, WIFI, televisions, it’s clean (clean clean clean) … and that’s just the inside. The outside is a dream with a river rolling by, not a creek, and outdoor seating for enjoying the view, watching the family fish, or just listening to the gentle rush of the water. This is one of our favorite short term rentals ever! Attentive hosts and an enviable location made for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

My wife and I stayed here for 3 nights. We couldn’t have been happier. The place was immaculate. So many nice touches…plenty of towels, coffee and a gift bag. View was amazing and so quiet. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie B., Greer, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Base for NE Tenn

Excellent, clean, well equipped and relaxing. Well positioned near great hiking trails and historic sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great private location

Beautiful property in a beautiful location. Even though it’s in a neighborhood it was very quiet and private. Beds was perfect and kitchen had all the perks. Porches were my favorite and we spent most of our time there. Highly recommend and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024