Homes for Rent in Hunter, Elizabethton

Hunter, located in Elizabethton, is a neighborhood that emphasizes outdoor activities due to its scenic surroundings. Residents can enjoy local attractions such as Wahoo’s Adventure Watauga River Outpost, which offers guided kayak and rafting tours, and Blue Hole Falls, 8 miles northeast, featuring a trail loop with three waterfalls and natural swimming pools. For fitness enthusiasts, Star Fitness provides a gym and fitness classes just outside the neighborhood. The area is safer than the national average, with a low crime risk. Hunter Elementary School, which includes multiple playgrounds and a pavilion, serves prekindergarten through eighth-grade students, while Unaka High School offers various extracurricular activities. Shopping options include Dollar General and Redi Mart along State Route 91, with larger grocery stores like Food City located 3 miles away in Downtown Elizabethton. Dining options nearby include Kimbo’s, known for its cow-themed interior, and the family-owned Burger Hut. The neighborhood features ranch-style homes from the early 1900s and New Traditional styles in the Hunter Ridge subdivision, with properties often including half-acre lots suitable for gardening and outdoor amenities. Commuters have access to major routes connecting to Bristol, Kingsport, and Johnson City, with the Elizabethton Municipal Airport nearby. The annual Carter County Car Club Cruise-ins in Downtown Elizabethton attract classic car enthusiasts and support local children's charities.