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Lakefront apt, No Chores, J1772 EV charger, kayaks
The place was way nicer than even the photos showed . Great location , close to everything you would need . Extremely peaceful and relaxing . The Lakeview was breathtaking. Marie and Tony were so welcoming and friendly.

Comfortable Condo on the Lake
Eric’s place was the perfect getaway to get to know the area! The condo is located on the water, no water views but easy access to the water and boat dock. We brought a kayak and it was easy to use the dock to put in and explore the lake! The place was clean, comfortable and provided all the basic needs! Would highly recommend!!

Banner Elk 1BR on Lovely Resort
A great location with almost immediate access to skiing and hiking trails! We didn’t use the amenities while there but did see many families enjoying them. A 15 minute ride to Boone and all that area offers was a plus. This was a quiet, corner location with a soothing view of a pond on the grounds out all of the windows. A good sized space to wind down after a full day of adventures!

Krew’s Quarters-Lakefront Sleeps4 on South Holston
We enjoyed our stay! The space was very clean and the location was wonderful. The view from the deck was beautiful. Another plus is that we were able to pull our pontoon on the shore and leave it for the weekend. Kayla was a phenomenal host - very friendly, welcoming, helpful and responsive! Would recommend!

Central, Walkable, Stylish Apartment
We had a great stay with Jamie. The location is close to everything you’d want to experience in Boone. Jamie was proactive and sent access information and instructions ahead of time. Jamie checked in several times and was ready to answer any questions that popped up. We loved how cozy this spot felt. Perfect for a weekend getaway.

Water under the bridge
Great apartment! Once you walk up a flight of stairs, you follow the hallway to an open kitchen/living space. It was beautiful!!! There are two separate bedrooms. Comfortable!! The bathroom was clean. The location is great-close enough to activities and far enough away to enjoy the peacefulness.

When Pigs Fly Farm
We loved our quiet nights on the river with Kerry. She is a safe warm and super friendly host with the most picaresque mountain homestead. The space is cozy, comfy and clean.

Banner Elk 1BR on Lovely Resort
We had a great stay!! Everything was just as described! Perfect distance to sugar and beech for skiing! We hope to be back soon!
Waterfront house rentals

Cozy Creekside Cottage in the High Country
We had an amazing stay here! It was clean and the area was beautiful. Everything was exactly as described. We saw deer in the yard and fish in the stream! It was super relaxing and perfect for a vacation.

Charmer on Creeper & Creek! Walk downtown
Leila’s place was perfect for a weekend in Damascus. The location was super walkable to town and an easy drive to surrounding hikes, etc. We picked the place largely due to the fenced yard so we could bring our dog. The fence was super secure and our dog loved running around in the yard.

Granny's House
We loved our stay at Granny’s place! It was a cute little house with a bunch of nick nacks inside. The river in front of the house was so fun to play in! The host was super responsive and easy to work with. Thanks so much for letting us stay!

'Got Rocks' 1 acre on Watauga River w/ Gazebo
Another great Winter stay at Got Rocks! We’ve stayed here many times before and we’ve always enjoyed the proximity to the things we enjoy nearby such as skiing, wineries, groceries, restaurants, etc. there is lots of space to spread out, and everything we needed in the kitchen to make meals whenever we wanted. Thanks again Wesley for letting us use your place!

By a Mountain Stream! Creekside Comfort, Hot tub
My husband and I stayed for a month at the house and absolutely loved it. It was peaceful and beautiful with the music of a rushing streamf filling the house everyday when we opened up the French doors. It was refreshing to see that the house actually matched all of the photos and the amenities that were listed. It was great to have a grocery store and a restaurant within 15 minutes of the house. we loved it so much. we're going to come back again next year.

Ross's Retreat on Watauga Lake
This was our first Airbnb experience ever and I was so impressed. It was like a home away from home. The house was an charming 70's setting. Everything was perfect. Easy check in and out and host was very responsive. Will definitely book this stay again.

Minutes to App Ski Mt Hot Tub River Front Fire Pit
Cannot recommend this place enough!! We had a great stay, the location is great and convenient to restaurants as well as Boone and Blowing Rock. The house was pristine and so homey! The hosts were amazing and went above and beyond to make our stay special and extremely accommodating. The house was so clean and comfortable. We loved the outdoor area and being close to the river. It was such a relaxing and enjoyable place to stay. We will definitely be back!!

Sybarite - Beautiful Watauga Lakefront
Great hosts and wonderful home. Location is perfection! Very responsive, as always! We have already booked again for next year!
Waterfront condo accommodation

Lakefront Sunrise Deck w/ Boat Slip, Washer/Dryer
Renee's place was a gorgeous haven in Johnson City during our time at the National Storytelling Festival--the home away from home, with a stunning lake, exactly what we needed. Everything was exactly as advertised, only a 20 minute winding drive from Jonesborough, but you never wanted to leave when you saw the sun meet the horizon and reflect across that glassy water. Thanks so much, Renee, we had such a wonderful time revisiting Appalachia.

Chapel Cove Lake Condo
This home was perfect for a visit to the tri-cities area. It was so welcoming and every little detail was clearly carefully considered for the comfort of guests. Even the check-out requirements were exceedingly reasonable and not the least difficult or burdensome. This Boone Lake neighborhood is off the main road enough to feel secluded but close enough to make traveling to anywhere in the area convenient. We had a terrific, though short, visit and would definitely want to stay again on our next visit. One of the best Airbnb's we have visited - I would (and did to friends in the area) highly recommend.

Love the Serenity as Flattop Creek whistles below-
The condo is super cozy and suitable for a weekend getaway. We really enjoyed our stay here!

A Charming and Comfy Condo in Johnson City
Eric’s place was everything and more! My friend recently moved the area and it was our first time there. Center to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Easy access to restaurants and stores. My mom and I loved that we each had our own bathroom and the beds were extremely comfortable. I’ve been to a lot of Airbnbs and this one was a favorite! My only suggestions is to have throw blankets downstairs and our showers weren’t the warmest.

Suite Escape@Sugar Mtn Resort - Walk to Ski|Tubing
Had a fantastic time and being with in walking distance of everything is very helpful especially during the high traffic times of the day.

4BR Villa Banner Elk on premiere Resort w/Amenties
My stay at the 4BR Villa in Banner Elk was absolutely delightful! The villa was spacious, beautifully furnished, and offered all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. It was the perfect getaway spot for relaxation and enjoying the beauty of the mountains. Would highly recommend it for families or groups looking for a luxurious and peaceful retreat!

Ski-in/out 2BR with amazing view overlooking lifts
Nice place in a superb location

Creekside 2min to slopes..quiet & private location
Shawn’s place was perfect for a place to stay while attending concert at Beech Mt. Has all the things you need for a great stay including an amazing back porch with a creek and a view. Communication was great and place was clean.
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Bristol
Total rentals
30 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$124 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
810 reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Hungry Mother State Park
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Grandfather Mountain
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Natural Tunnel State Park
- Grandfather Golf & Country Club
- Elk River Club
- Diamond Creek
- Boone Golf Club
- Sunrise Mountain Mini Golf
- Banner Elk Winery
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Roan Mountain State Park
- Land of Oz
- The Virginian Golf Club
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- Crockett Ridge Golf Course
- Fun 'n' Wheels