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Located just over the Tennessee/North Carolina border, the 10.5 square miles of Watauga Lake TN rest within Johnson and Carter Counties. One of the most beautiful East Tennessee Lakes, Watauga Lake Tennessee is surrounded primarily by thickly forested mountainsides that seem to jut majestically out of the water. However, there are a number of Watauga Lake Vacation Rentals and Lakefront Properties Tennessee on the 30% of the shoreline that is not part of the Cherokee National Forest, and a privileged few are lucky enough to live in or rent these fabulous Lakefront Properties Tennessee. Spending some time in one of our many Watauga Lake Vacation Rentals is a wonderful way to enjoy all of the great activities Lake Watauga TN has to offer, and a great way to become more familiar with the community if you are considering investing in Lake Watauga Real Estate. Vacationers who stay in our East Tenn Lakefront Property enjoy a variety of activities both on and off the water. Though the lake and the surrounding area provides ample recreational opportunities, our Eastern Tennessee Lakefront Property is also near a number of Tourist Attractions in Tennessee that simply cannot be missed.

The Bristol Motor Speedway and The Bristol Dragway

Bristol Motor SpeedwayThe Bristol Motor Speedway is one of the most popular Tourist Attractions in Tennessee. Each year, thousands of race fans flock to the many events it hosts. Just a short drive from our Watauga Lake Vacation Rentals, it is a fantastic destination for those staying in our Lakefront Properties in Tennessee. Families, couples, and groups of all kinds will enjoy the excitement, the competition, and the fun! Fans of drag racing will want to get in on the action at Bristol Dragway, where there is always something exciting going on.

Bristol Caverns

Bristol Caverns will have you seeing the world in a whole new way—from the inside. Just miles from our Watauga Lake Vacation Rentals, you won’t want to miss your opportunity to tour the wondrous rock formations that have taken shape over the millennia. Walk the paved, well-lit paths that follow the flow of the Underground River and retrace the footsteps of ancient Native American warriors while taking in the spectacular arches, columns, and natural cathedrals that fill the underground world.

The Butler Museum

The Butler Museum celebrates the heritage of the town that was swallowed up by the waters that were dammed to create Watauga Lake Tennessee. Back in the 1940s, Butler, which is now referred to as “Old Butler,” learned that the valley in which it rested would soon be at the bottom of a massive reservoir. Instead of being discouraged, the town picked up and moved to higher ground, carefully preserving any artifacts that would help tell its story to future generations. Today, the Butler Museum in “New Butler” is home to these artifacts. Just minutes from our Lake Watauga Real Estate rentals, this museum is both interesting and educational, and a fantastic link to our area’s rich heritage.

Sycamore Shoals

Sycamore ShoalsSycamore Shoals State Historic Area is another of the attractions near our Watauga Lake Vacation Rentals that celebrates Tennessee’s rich history. The site of the first settlement outside of the original 13 colonies, the events that took place at this location were instrumental in the formation of the both the state of Tennessee and the United States as a whole. When you stay in our Lake Watauga Real Estate, you’ll be just a short drive from this historic location, which is a perfect place for families, couples, and groups to explore together.

These are just a few of the many Tourist Attractions in Tennessee that are within close proximity of our Lakefront Properties Tennessee. When you’re not playing on the lake and hiking through the breathtaking mountains that surround Watauga Lake Tennessee, you’ll want to spend some time exploring the many Tourist Attractions Tennessee that make our area so special. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the area at our historic locations like the Butler Museum and Sycamore Shoals, enjoy nature’s hidden artwork deep within the earth at Bristol Caverns, and experience the excitement of the Bristol Motor Speedway form one of its 160,000 seats. Our Tennessee Lakefront Property offers the perfect combination of relaxation and excitement. There is so much to do at Watauga Lake Vacation Rentals that you won’t have to leave; but if you want to, you’ll be delighted by the selection of activities the area has to offer, like a visit to the town of Elizabethton TN, the North Carolina Tourist Attractions, or simply enjoying the scenery.

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