Tailwaters Lodge
Cabin

Woodpecker | Cabin on the South Holston River

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bathroom

Perched above the forest edge on the second story, Woodpecker Cabin offers a quiet, private escape surrounded by nature. This one-bedroom retreat features a covered porch overlooking wooded hillsides at the edge of the Tailwaters Lodge property—home to over 540 feet of exclusive South Holston River frontage and direct access to more than 1.5 miles of TVA-maintained river trails.

Ideal for solo travelers or couples, Woodpecker combines privacy and comfort in a serene, natural setting. Start your mornings with coffee on the porch, spot local birdlife in the treetops, and spend your days fishing for wild trout or hiking nearby portions of the Appalachian Trail.

Inside, guests enjoy complimentary coffee and filters, two milk crates of seasoned firewood and kindling, high-speed 60mbps fiber Wi-Fi, and Hulu + Live TV. An EV Car Charger (240V/40Amp Level 2) is available at the lodge office and gift shop.

If you're searching for a peaceful cabin on the South Holston River, Woodpecker offers quiet charm and direct access to the outdoor experiences that make this region unforgettable.
Have questions about your stay? Contact us here and we’ll be happy to assist.

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Highlights

Parking

Broadband Internet

Pictures

Woodpecker Deck Trees 2

Woodpecker Deck and HighTops

Woodpecker Living Room and Kitchen

Woodpecker Deck and Chairs

Woodpecker Bedroom

Woodpecker Bathroom 2

Amenities

Parking & facilities

Parking, Private porch

Policies

Accept credit card, Accessible 24/7, Children welcome, Pets not allowed, Not suitable for seniors or individuals with limited mobility, Wheelchair inaccessible

Kitchen & dining

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

Location features

River

Bathroom & laundry

Bathroom & Laundry, Bed linen, Hair dryer, Clothes dryer, Essentials, Iron & Board, Shower, Towel set, Washing machine

Heating & cooling

Air conditioning, Ceiling fans, Central heating, Heating available

Entertainment

TV (Cable)

Internet & office

Broadband Internet, Broadband Internet

Home Safety

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

House Rules

  • Credit cards accepted

  • Children welcome

  • Pets not allowed

  • Not suitable for seniors or individuals with limited mobility

  • Wheelchair inaccessible

Check-in: 03:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

415 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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Woodpecker | Cabin on the South Holston River
Bristol, United States
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