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237 Candlewood Lane
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Description
Watauga Lakefront cabin with a private dock, deep-water access, approximately 90 feet of lake frontage, mountain views, no HOA, and proven Airbnb history. Set in a quiet cove overlooking Cherokee National Forest and the surrounding mountains, this furnished lake retreat is ready for lake days, peaceful getaways, or continued short-term rental use. The seller owns the trees located within the property boundaries, offering potential for selective trimming to broaden the lake and mountain views. Enjoy easy lake living with calm cove frontage, a private dock, lakeside firepit, and expansive outdoor space, including approximately 550 sq ft of upper decking and 480 sq ft of covered lower decking. The home was positioned lower on the bank for easier access to the dock and lake. Set up to sleep six and offered furnished with exclusions, the cabin has operated as a successful vacation rental with more than 140 Airbnb bookings and an impressive 4.98 guest rating. Buyers may continue the vacation-rental use, or enjoy it solely as a private Watauga Lake retreat. Recent improvements include a metal roof in 2018, HVAC and hot water heater in 2021, washer and dryer in 2025, concrete driveway, dock, and firepit. Public water and fiber internet add convenience for full-time living, weekend stays, or rental guests. A rare opportunity to own a furnished Watauga Lake cabin with no HOA, private dock, deep-water access, lake frontage, mountain views, generous outdoor living space, and a strong short-term rental track record. Broker owned. Successful Airbnb; calendar currently blocked: airbnb.com/h/loontunes
Property Details
About Candlewood
Candlewood is a small, quiet community near Watauga Lake in Johnson County, Tennessee, offering a peaceful residential setting just minutes from the lake. With approximately nine parcels, Candlewood provides a private neighborhood feel in the heart of the Watauga Lake area. This intimate community is ideal for homeowners looking for an affordable property near Watauga Lake without the overhead of...
Features
Interior Features
AC: Heat Pump
Heating: Heat Pump
Basement: Crawl Space, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Flooring: Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Washer
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Window Features: Window Treatments, Double Pane Windows
Interior Features: Pantry, Whirlpool, Laminate Counters, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Open Floorplan
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Lights
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal
Foundation: Block
Parking Features: Driveway, Concrete, Gravel, Parking Pad, See Remarks
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Covered
Exterior Features: Dock
Property Features
View: Mountain(s), Water
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Fiber Connected
Structure Type: Cabin, Dock
Community Features: Fishing, Lake
Property Condition: Average
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Easements: See Remarks
Financial
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Directions
Lakeview Dr to Dry Hill Rd at Villa Nove Vineyard, At lake go RT at Norman Dugger Rd to Candlewood Ln on left. Go to end. Please do not block the culdesac. You can park off the rd or on the pad above the cabin or drive down at #237. Driveway rather steep, but no issues after 140+ bookings.
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Donaven & Christie Braun
The Braun Group · Fathom Realty TN LLC
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MLS #9994984 · Michele McCubbins · Landmark Mountain Real Estate · Listed 2026-05-06
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