Pet Vacations in Butler, TN Watauga Lake Area with mountains, streams and creeks.  The perfect private romantic hideaway, or friends and family retreat. Hot tub under the stars just outside the master bedroom. Two bedrooms and baths upstairs. Fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, microwave, tv/vcr, games, outdoor grill, and a wrap-around deck to contain children or pets. Wheelchair accessible.

Horseback Riding and Hay Rides

Right next door! Dogwood Springs Ranch. One-hour guided mountain trail rides or for the youngsters, pony rides in the paddock. Open everyday.

Or gather a group of friends and family for a jolly hayride! There are also scheduled hay rides throughout the year. Call for a schedule.

Directions: Come to the Inn, settle in, put on your riding clothes (hard shoes and long pants preferred), and right next door you will find the perfect horse for you.

Boat rentals on Watauga Lake

Fish Springs Marina is a full service boat rental and slip rental business.

Rent a pontoon boat (anyone can drive one) and enjoy a picnic in the middle of the lake floating gently along, or pull up in one of the coves or islands and explore. Call Tom at 423-768-2336 to reserve your day on the water.

Jump off the side of the boat and enjoy a refreshing swim in Watauga, the third cleanest lake in the US.

Virginia Creeper Biking/Hiking Trail

The Bike Station in Damascus, VA will take you to Whitetop Station for an exciting downhill ride on the 34-mile Virginia Creeper Trail - a Rails to Trails conversion. Shuttles available for your own bikes, too. Reserve at www.thebike-station.com

Or, if you have your own bike, let us take you to Damascus where we will leave your car, while we take you into Abingdon. Explore this charming 18th century town, enjoy lunch at the Starving Artist restaurant, or take in a matinee at the Barter Theatre, then ride back to your car on the 17 mile section of the Virginia Creeper Trail which starts at the old railroad station.

Fly Fishing Trips - Float or Wade

Fly fish for trout, smallmouth bass, muskellunge and others in the pristine waters of Watauga River or Lake. Also enjoy fishing the South Holston, the New or Nolichucky Rivers and back country streams known only to your certified guide. Mike Adams (www.adamsflyfishing.com) knows some of best
catch and release fishing which means bigger fish and better fishing.

So come, let us help you discover the "most challenging, interesting and abundant fishing found anywhere".

Mountain Golfing

Enjoy 18 holes of golf on one of the country's most beautiful golf courses. Red Tail Mountain. Sam Adams, pro, offers a challenging course where the ball flies forever. Tournaments throughout the season (March-November depending on the weather).
And if you want other course suggestions, just give us a call. There are many fine courses in the area that welcome guests from "away".

New River Canoe/Tubing Adventures

Canoe the New River with New River Outfitters, Jefferson, NC. Short or long trips allow you to enjoy America's first historic river by kayak, tubing or canoe. Call for reservations and pick-up locations. 800-982-9190

The Appalachian Angler, Fly Shop and Guide Service

For float-in or wade-in fishing excursions, give these experienced guides a call at 828-963-5050 Or, if you just need some new fishing equipment, call the Fly Shop at 828-963-8383

Why my place is great for a pet?
Fresh air and plenty of areas to walk your furry family member.

Activities and Attractions
An hour (40 miles) from Johnson City, TN, Bristol, TN/VA, Boone/Blowing, Rock, NC.  5-6 hours from Washington, DC, Raleigh, NC, Nashville, and Atlanta.  7 hours from Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati.  One hour from Tri-Cities Airport which has direct 1 hour flights to DC, Chicago, Charlotte, Memphis, Atlanta, etc.

Ten minutes from Watauga Lake, the 3rd cleanest lake in US, and the Appalachian Trail.  Near Bristol Motor Speedway, and Mountain City, TN (highest city in TN).

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