On lake.At this Abingdon cabin, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of South Holston Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Virginia Creeper Damascus. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Johnston Memorial Hospital and Wolf Hill Shopping Center.
Johnston Memorial Hospital - 18 min drive - 13.1 km
Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 18 min drive - 13.1 km
Abingdon Courthouse - 18 min drive - 13.1 km
Barter Theatre - 19 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 16 min drive
Wendy's - 17 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 17 min drive
Fiddler's - 18 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stargazer Cabin- A Frame w/ Lake & Mountain Views
Stargazer Cabin is the perfect setting for your next getaway! This spacious A Frame sleeps up to 8 guests and offers stunning lake & mountain views. Whether you're seeking rest and rejuvenation or up for one of the many adventures that Abingdon has to offer, let Stargazer Cabin be your new home-away-from-home. Enjoy grilling out on the picturesque deck and starlit nights around the fire. Children will love the spiral slide off the deck!
Blink Camera Doorbell located on the front-entry door overlooking the entryway and driveway.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Stargazer Cabin- A Frame w/ Lake & Mountain Views Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Allen C.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location with great view.
There were seven of us staying at this cabin. The location was wonderful. The layout was great. The slide kept our little kids happy all day. The only small issues we had were the tub not draining in the washing machine not working. Again, small issues that didn’t affect our stay much at all. we would come back in a heartbeat.
Allen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
Jun 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time here. It’s close to Abingdon, Damascus, and the Creeper Trail. My wife went down and had a wonderful time kayaking on the water with her kayak. The kitchen had everything we needed and the Blackstone was a hit with the kids for multiple meals. Looking forward to returning!
Scott C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kris K.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 Excellent
We loved our stay at this cabin. Very relaxing, beautiful views, very clean, had everything we needed. Loved watching all of the deer. Looking forward to another stay!
Kris K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Rick H.
May 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stargazer
Excellent overall. Power in the area went off, not the fault of the stargazer property. However, when power was restored, we were unable to locate the modem in order to restore Internet service. Not a major issue, but somewhat irritating. Otherwise, we really enjoyed our stay at stargazer, and would recommend it to others.
Rick H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Madison H.
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
We loved our stay! We came in town for a wedding and stayed 4 adults and 2 kids and it was great. The game room was popular with the kids! The host was very responsive and helpful!
Madison H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
Apr 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for bike rides on the VA Creeper Trail
My husband and I and our six year old son enjoyed three nights at this beautiful lake view country home. The VA Creeper trail was just under a 15 minute drive to several of the trail parking lots. We also took a quick 35 minute drive to Bristol, TN to visit the Bristol caverns and to ride our bikes at Steele Creek State Park. We also drove to Hungry Mother State Park and did some awesome mountain biking around their lake. The views from the back porch are absolutely breathtaking. The house is very clean and has everything you could think of that you would need for a comfortable visit. Melissa, the owner, was easily accessible and gave us wonderful recommendations for our biking interests and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this gorgeous home. Highly recommend this home.
Mary S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
Jan 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin
Very cute cabin. A great choice for our small family and pet. Great deck and view of the lake. Fun slide and swing for younger kids.
Beautiful view from the deck. Very thoughtful decorations and amenities. Loved our stay.
Patricia
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary R.
Sep 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Extended Weekend
This was our second stay at the Stargazer. We really enjoyed the access to the river, our dog loved it. When the sky cleared at night, the name Stargazer was appropriate. We could see thousands of stars and the Milky Way. We hope to return soon.
Gary R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather M.
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable mountain lake house
We enjoyed our time at the Stargazer. It's an adorable, cozy A-frame. The location was beautiful, and the house was very clean. Our kids enjoyed the game room downstairs, and us adults enjoyed the deck.
Heather M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry B., WINGATE
Jul 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin!
We thoroughly enjoyed this cabin stay with our 5 grandsons. Plenty of sleeping room and a great basement for the kids to have their own space! The neighborhood was so peaceful and full of deer that we were able to see daily. We enjoyed riding the Virginia Creeper trail not a far drive from the cabin for renting bikes and the riding adventure. I’m sure our grandsons will choose to stay here again in a heartbeat!
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Terry B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hattie G.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
What a gem! We thoroughly enjoyed sitting out on the deck, watching the deer and scenery. It’s a peaceful retreat in a quiet neighborhood that’s still so close to many activities and restaurants. I felt like I was staying at a friend’s home with the wide assortment of games, comfortable beds and other thoughtful touches.
Hattie G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
DANIEL R.
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on SoHo
It’s hard to put into words just how satisfied we were with the property. let me just start by saying my wife cried when it was time to leave. Our bed was very comfortable, and the deck was very inviting and offered beautiful vistas of the river as well as the surrounding mountains. We had other family rent the house down the hill and our kids really enjoyed running back-and-forth between the two. we brought our boat and took advantage of the boat launch in the subdivision, which was very nice. We are in a quieter part of the river so fishing was ideal and we found many good spots. The area is very family-friendly and the week we were there things were not very busy so it felt like we had the place to ourselves. I would definitely recommend and appreciate the hospitality.
DANIEL R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
May 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super Clean with great views
Very clean not even cobwebs on the high ceilings! Cozy but spacious. The stairs to the loft bedroom are so neat. Decorated very well. The large new deck has great views of Mtns/lake. We got to hear rain on the metal roof and see lightning bugs in the trees. Host was a fantastic communicator. There is a great list of things to do in the area on the fridge. 3 adults stayed comfortably with our own rooms and there is 2 living rooms. Definitely 5 stars worthy!!
Michelle H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie G.
Apr 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We loved our stay! It was very close to the Watauga trailhead which was a perfect ride for our kids (5, 7, 10) to Abingdon one day and Alvarado Station another. We all enjoyed the available games and the views were amazing! Kids loved the slide. House was clean, well appointed. Melissa responded to our questions immediately and was so helpful in planning our trip! 10/10 recommend this place!
Katie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy H., Richmond, VA
Dec 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cathy
Great location to a lot of activities and great food. Owner has everything you need. Great views of lake and mountains!
Cathy H.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristen B.
Oct 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cabin and Views
We really enjoyed all the extra details put into this cabin. We wished we had a longer stay to use more of the amenities, such as the grill. The outside firepit was great! Wonderful views from the deck and the cabin is aptly named as the stars were numerous to look at. We enjoyed the nearby state parks and VA Creeper trail. There were many activities we still wished to try in the area and hope to be back!
Kristen B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
vance g b.
Oct 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Bike and fishing trip with friends
Stargazer was a great place for us to stay. The main reason for our visit was to bike the Virginia Creeper Trail. One of the trailheads was only 2.5 miles away (Watauga Rd). We were able to utilize this to bike between there and Damascus without hiring someone to shuttle us.
(Several in our group felt this was as beautiful as the Whitetop to Damascus run because of the rolling hills and miles alongside the Middle and South Holston Rivers.)
This was also a great location from which to go fly fishing in the nearby creeks and rivers.
An entertaining part of the location was all of the "tame" deer that browse about the neighborhood. This would be a treat for anyone who hasn't seen wildlife up close.
vance g b.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean O.
Sep 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Stargazer
This house is located in a charming, safe neighborhood with an incredible view from its awesome deck. The house was very clean. The three bedrooms are located on 3 different levels. The kitchen is very small, but has the essentials for making meals. The refrigerator is also small. We were all adults, but noted that the house is very child friendly. There's a slide off the side deck, a swing, lots of games, and children books. We didn't use the firepit or the Blackstone, but they are available to visitors. There's also two interior comfortable sitting areas. Our group was in Abingdon to attend plays at Barter which was just a 15 minute drive. If I had a suggestion for the hostess/owner, it would be to provide some juice size glasses and some wine glasses. I hope this helps future visitors when they're looking for an Abingdon vacation rental. We greatly enjoyed our stay!
Jean O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan K.
Sep 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
If you are looking for rest, relaxation, and a beautiful setting this home will not disappoint. We loved our vacation and much of the reason was this great place. The deck was amazing! The owner was great too!
Susan K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly P.
Sep 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We booked this fun, unique cabin to ride the creeper trail. The kids loved seeing groups of deer out in the morning and playing on the slide and swing. The fire pit on the deck and a gorgeous view were unbeatable. The house had plenty of space for our family of 5.
Kimberly P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kimberley C.
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend Getaway!
This cabin was just perfect for our weekend getaway! It's cozy and has so many nice perks. The view from the deck is gorgeous, and Melissa is a phenomenal host. She provided dinner recommendations and was very communicative. This is a great location for the Creeper Trail. We hope to be back in the future!
Kimberley C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin W.
Jul 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
Great location for accessing Va Creeper Trail. View of lake from porch was great and the deer were a special treat.
Kevin W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bart W.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and well stocked house!
This was our first trip to southwest Virginia to explore the state parks in the area as well as downtown Abingdon. This was the perfect location, the house was great, and owner had excellent communication. Our young kids loved the bunk beds, SLIDE!, and all of the games/puzzles at the house. We enjoyed the fire pit, well stocked panty, and so many other nice touches. The only thing I’ll note that as someone who is 6’ 8”, there are some low areas like kitchen, upstairs shower, and stairs. Literally the only thing I could think of but I bump my head all of the time anyway!
Bart W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa G.
May 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We had a great time visiting the Abingdon area. South Houston lake is beautiful! Our hosts were responsive and kind. Their house was perfect for us!