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Midge | Cabin on the South Holston River

  • 3 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bathroom

Tucked among the trees and just a short walk from the riverbank, The Midge Cabin is a peaceful, one-room studio retreat ideal for solo travelers or couples seeking tranquil cabins on the South Holston River. Comfortably sleeping up to three guests, this cozy cabin is all about simplicity, serenity, and access to nature.

Enjoy two screened-in, covered porches—front and back—perfect for morning coffee or listening to the evening chorus of the river valley. Whether you’re heading out in waders to fish wild browns and rainbows or strapping on a daypack for a hike along nearby river trails and Appalachian Trail access points, adventure starts just outside your door.

Inside, The Midge features a full kitchen, private full bath, and thoughtful amenities, including complimentary coffee and filters, two milk crates of seasoned firewood and kindling, and high-speed 60mbps fiber Wi-Fi with Hulu + Live TV. A Level 2 EV charger (240V/40Amp) is available at the lodge office and gift shop.

Simple, peaceful, and immersed in nature—The Midge Cabin is your riverside escape on the South Holston.
Have questions before booking? Contact us here and we’ll be happy to help.

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Highlights

Parking

Wireless Broadband Internet

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Midge

River Signage

540' of River Frontage

River Frontage

Sunset at TWL

The South Holston from TWL

Amenities

Parking and facilities

Parking option included, Private porch

Policies

Accept credit card, Accessible 24/7, Pets not allowed, Smoking not allowed

Entertainment

Beach chairs, TV (Cable)

Kitchen and dining

BBQ gas, Coffee machine, Cooking utensils, Dishwasher, Grill, Kitchen stove, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Spices, Toaster, Vacuum cleaner

Location features

River

Bathroom and laundry

Bathroom & Laundry, Bed linen, Hair dryer, Clothes dryer, Shower, Towel set, Washbasin, Washing machine

Heating and cooling

Air conditioning, Ceiling fans, Central heating, Electric heating, Heating available

Internet and office

Wireless Broadband Internet

Home safety

Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, First aid kit, Smoke Detector

House Rules

  • Credit cards accepted

  • Pets not allowed

  • Smoking not allowed

Check-in: 03:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

377 Tva Rd S, Bristol, United States

From the South (Asheville/Spartansbug)

Take I-26W to Exit 20B for US-11E/US-19W/Roan St. Continue on US-11E N. Take TN394E toward TN-390/Bluff City/Blountville/Bristol Motor Speedway. Turn right onto TN394E for 7.5 miles and then turn right onto Rt. 421S for 2.9 miles to Emmett Road. Turn right onto Emmett Road (Rt. 2373) and continue straight onto Holston View Dam Road (don’t turn right onto Emmett Road!!). At fork, take right and continue over bridge. Continue for approximately 0.3 miles and turn right onto TVA Road S. The road terminates at Tailwaters Lodge.

From the North (Roanoke)

Take I-81 S to Exit 17 to Virginia Route 75S toward Abingdon/South Holston Dam. Continue on Rt. 75S for 9.7 miles and continue onto Rt. 44S for 2.5 miles. At stop sign turn right onto Rt. 421N for 3.2 miles. Turn left onto Emmett Rd. and continue straight onto Holston View Dam Road (don’t turn right onto Emmett Road!!). At fork, take right and continue over bridge. Continue for approximately 0.3 miles and turn right onto TVA Road S. The road terminates at Tailwaters Lodge.

From the West (Knoxville/Nashville)

Take I-81N to Exit 69 toward Blountville/Bristol and merge onto TN 394E for 12.8 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 421S for 2.9 miles to Emmett Road. Turn right onto Emmett Road (Rt. 2373) and continue straight onto Holston View Dam Road (don’t turn right onto Emmett Road!!). At fork, take right and continue over bridge. Continue for approximately 0.3 miles and turn right onto TVA Road S. The road terminates at Tailwaters Lodge.

From the East (Charlotte)

Take I-85S to Exit 17B toward US-321N. Take exit 43for I-40W toward Asheville. Take exit 105for NC-18 toward Shelby and go through Johnsboro. Follow onto NC-181N and becomes US-221S for 32 miles. Take sharp right onto NC-194N for 9.8 miles and contiunue onto US-19E N for 29.8 miles. Turn right onto Bunker Hill Rd (1.3 miles)( and continue onto Chinquapin Grove Rd for 3.8 miles. Continue straight onto TN-44N for 7.3 miles and continue straight ono Beidleman Creek Rd for 0.2 miles. Turn right onto Emmett Road (Rt. 2373) for 1.2 miles and then turn right onto Holston View Dam Rd. Continue over bridge and go approximately 0.3 miles then turn right onto TVA Road S. The road terminates at Tailwaters Lodge.

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About host

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Bruce & Paula Cote

Bruce and Paula love the outdoors and want to share that experience with others.  When they hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2012, it transformed their lives in ways they didn't imagine.  They experienced tremendous peace while hiking, enjoying the solitude of the trail, marveling at the birds, and soaking in the simplicity of hiking. Bruce worked for many years as a pastor and also owned a financial planning business.  He got his start working for General Electric Company in corporate finance.  Paula worked as a special education teacher for many years. She is wonderful with children! They have two children - Jessica, who is now in heaven, and  son Joshua, who lives in the Boston area.   

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Midge | Cabin on the South Holston River
Bristol, United States
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