When visiting the Watauga Lake area, may we suggest a relaxing stay at one of Vikki Woods’ properties. The Iron Mountain Inn is a large comfortable bed and breakfast located in the shadow of the Appalachian Trail and featuring Vikki’s gourmet meals to die for! She also offers a prestigious lakefront home with private dock in the town of Butler for your family enjoyment. www.cottageonwataugalake.com or a romantic mountain getaway with her Creekside Chalet. Don’t forget to ask for her secret recipe signature cookies!!

If a national hotel chain suits you, consider staying 30 minutes away in Boone, NC or the Elizabethton/Johnson City, TN area. Hampton Boone, Express Boone, Marriott and Hilton