TN Mountain Lodge: sleeps 22+ lake, hikes, hot tub, Sauna

Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
4.7
Outstanding(9 Reviews)

Cabin in Watauga Lake, TN

22 guests · 10 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cabin rental

The Brown Bear Lodge is located in the smoky mountains-30 minutes from Boone, NC. This 8,000 square foot lodge can comfortably sleep 22 people and on a youth retreat once slept close to 60 people.

It overlooks Watagua lake, and you will be able to go kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, and swimming. You can also hike out your front door to the Appalachian Trail. When you are finished with your hike you can come home and enjoy a hot tub and sauna.

(Boat rentals are available at Cove Ridge and Fish Springs marinas on Watauga lake.)

Get ready for a high quality lodge. Huge stone fire places, bears carved into the wood and real bear rug, and beautiful sights.

*Kitchen: HUGE Island and all the cooking supplies you could need.
*Playroom: The playroom has a large fort, ping pong table, drum set, seesaw, TV, swing and much more.
*Deck: The deck has four eating areas with tables. Enjoy eating outside. It also has a twin size bed swing and lots of other areas to relax.
*Garage: The three car garage is loaded with toys for kids to enjoy- scooters, tricycles, etc.
*Living rooms (2): There are two living room spaces. Both have a large fire place.
*Bedrooms: Each bedroom has a theme (Dancing Bears, Red Fox, Green Frog, African Safari and more)
*Laundry rooms: There are two laundry rooms- both with a washer and dryer


You are renting the entire lodge so you will have access to everything. The only exception is a closet where the owners keep their personal clothes.

The Brown Bear Lodge is a half-way up a mountain and is surrounded on three sides by a national park. Get ready for an amazing view! It's 3/4 of a mile from the community entrance- which is directly across from the lake. When we go to the lake we normally walk or pop in the car.


Here’s some more information:

Top floor:
1) Bedroom #1: King Bed, twin bed (Full attached bathroom with a bathtub/shower)
2) Bedroom #2: King bed, couch that could be used as a twin
3) Playroom- Has a large fort. One side of the fort has a full bed and a twin bed, the other side has a matching full bed and bunk bed.
4) In the playroom is a private corner behind a book shelf. There is a King sized bed there. Super comfortable. Not behind a locked door.

On this top floor there is a second full bathroom that can be shared. It has a shower.


Ground floor:

1) Bedroom #1: Master bedroom- King sized bed, large bathroom, big bathtub, separate shower, laundry room.

This floor also has a half bath for those in the kitchen and living room.


Downstairs:

1) Bedroom #1 King bed, Full bed on the floor (perfect for families with kids). There are also LOTS of comforters that can be used for additional beds for kids. This bedroom has an attached full bathroom (tub/shower combo)

2) Bedroom #2: King bed

3) Bedroom #3: Two twin beds

4) Gym- has a twin bed and privacy curtains.

Another half bath and laundry room is downstairs.

To avoid confusion, and so that you can see an accurate rental price PRIOR to booking, make sure to enter the correct number of overnight guests. When checking out, VRBO will label any number of guests over the first 2 as “Additional Guest(s).

Note: For Security Deposits, VRBO collects these funds and returns them to you if the property is not damaged. As the host we do not receive these funds.

Please remember to declare the total number of guests in your booking, including children aged 2 and up, in accordance with Vrbo policy. This helps us ensure a comfortable stay for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly

Map of Watauga Lake, TN

Reviews

4.7
Outstanding(9 Reviews)
4.7
Jul 2024
This place is so cool it took us an hour just to explore it and get over the amazement. I've stayed in many cabins of this sort but none nearly as well furnished and equipped. Nothing lacking (towels, TP, kitchen stuff, etc.) and so many awesome extras (ping-pong!). It's easy to drive to for something so secluded with such an amazing view. The host was great about communicating and not imposing too many silly rules. I plan to go back.
4.7
Jul 2024
Absolutely gorgeous home and view. The house was stocked with all the essentials. Such wonderful hosts and owners made our stay the best trip yet!
4.7
Aug 2022
Based on reviews and information provided on the VRBO listing, Brown Bear Lodge was everything we expected. Our first impression as we gathered on the deck overlooking the lake was "WOW". The view was great and you could see halfway to forever. The lodge was beautiful and equipped with everything we needed. It was very roomy and gave us the opportunity to get together in one place or if someone needed a quiet place for privacy, you could find one inside or outside. The weather was perfect so most of our time was spent on the decks. There was an abundance of games, videos available. Both game rooms were enjoyed by everyone. The "nook" between the bedrooms off the upstairs game room was a favorite of the younger children. The hike up Brad"s trail to the Applalachian Trail was a little tough for us Flat Landers but, those who made the clinb came away with an appreciation of hiking in the hills. Brad was a great host and very responsive to our needs and questions.. Given the opportunity, we would definitely visit Brown Bear lodge again. King family
4.7
Oct 2021
The place is spectacular with the views. The house is a treasure. You just so not want to leave!
4.7
Sep 2021
Breathtaking
Breathtaking
The place is spectacular with the views. The house is a treasure. You just so not want to leave!
4.7
Sep 2021
Absolutely beautiful log home nestled in the mountain. Highly recommend if your looking to get away from your busy life. The pictures do not do the home or the view justice. Also, more for the kids to do at the house than we expected. Lots of games, bikes, scooters, kayaks, paddle boat, plus the kids room is wonderful. The porch swing & deck was my favorite spot! We rented a boat from Fish Springs marina for 2 days, which I recommend. The lake is very clean, and relatively quiet. I suggest you do your grocery shopping before coming into Butler or plan on going for a drive. Brad was great to deal with. He got right back to us with any questions we had. Appreciate the Brown family opening their home to us! Highly recommend.
4.7
Aug 2021
Wonderful!
Wonderful!
Absolutely beautiful log home nestled in the mountain. Highly recommend if your looking to get away from your busy life. The pictures do not do the home or the view justice. Also, more for the kids to do at the house than we expected. Lots of games, bikes, scooters, kayaks, paddle boat, plus the kids room is wonderful. The porch swing & deck was my favorite spot! We rented a boat from Fish Springs marina for 2 days, which I recommend. The lake is very clean, and relatively quiet. I suggest you do your grocery shopping before coming into Butler or plan on going for a drive. Brad was great to deal with. He got right back to us with any questions we had. Appreciate the Brown family opening their home to us! Highly recommend.
4.7
Aug 2021
Beautiful clean multi-level lodge with plenty of space for everyone. Amazing views of the mountains and Watauga Lake. Best views we have ever seen while staying in the mountains. Plenty of activities to occupy our teenagers including ping pong, pool table, table with chess, table with Chinese checkers, drums (2 of our sons play the drums), movies, hot tub, bikes and more. Trailer with kayaks, paddle boards and other toys to take to the lake. The lake is a must do and is one of the cleanest lakes in the US. Water is perfect for swimming, skiing, etc. Rent a boat from a nearby marina in advance or you will have to hope for a cancellation. We got lucky. Grandfather Mountain is a must see. Boone and Blowing Rock, NC have good restaurants and shopping as well as Johnson City, TN. Nights were cool which was refreshing coming from Florida. Had such a great time that we could have stayed another week. Host was friendly and responsive. Beds were super comfortable and we slept great. Check with the host before taking a trip to the grocery store. Kitchen was huge and has everything you can think of for cooking. You may not need some items on your list.

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Watauga Lake?

The average price for a rental in Watauga Lake is R 5,017 per night. This rental is R 26,843 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at TN Mountain Lodge: sleeps 22+ lake, hikes, hot tub, Sauna. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is TN Mountain Lodge: sleeps 22+ lake, hikes, hot tub, Sauna pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at TN Mountain Lodge: sleeps 22+ lake, hikes, hot tub, Sauna?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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