$489,000
Townsend, TN 37882
MLS# 1335434
2 beds | 726.5 sqft
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Property Description
This property presents an excellent opportunity as a family investment retreat or a private ''Trout Cabin,'' with strong potential as a short-term rental or Airbnb. Its riverfront setting, private beach access, and proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park make it highly desirable for vacationers seeking an authentic Smoky Mountain experience. Nestled in the heart of Townsend--known as the ''Peaceful Side of the Smokies''--this charming riverfront cabin offers a rare opportunity to own a private slice of mountain paradise just minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Situated along the pristine Little River, this property features its own private beach area, creating a one-of-a-kind setting for relaxation, recreation, and unforgettable outdoor living. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee by the water or unwinding to the sound of flowing rapids, this cabin delivers the true essence of Smoky Mountain living. The area is renowned for its world-class trout fishing, with the Little River offering abundant populations of rainbow, brown, and brook trout year-round. From your backyard, you can fish, swim, tube, or simply take in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Townsend serves as a quiet gateway to the Smokies, providing easy access to hiking, biking, and scenic destinations like Cades Cove, while remaining tucked away from the crowds of nearby tourist hubs. With over 800 miles of fishable streams in the region, it's a true haven for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Details
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Contract Info
Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 489000
Current Price: $489,000
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2026-04-03
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Area: Blount County - 28
Property Sub-Type: Residential
City/County Code: County
Total Tax: 505.22
General Property Description
Type: Basement Ranch
# Bedrooms: 2
Lot Size SqFt: 16117
Acres: 0.37
Acre Source: Tax Records
# of Rooms: 0
Restrictions: No
Site Built: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Property Status: N/A
SqFt - Main Lvl: 402.5
SqFt - Down Lvl: 324
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0
# Fireplace: 1
HOA: No
Basement: Yes
Bonus Room: No
Extra Storage: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 726.5
Baths - Full: 2
Year Built: 1950
Remarks & Misc
Directions: Take East Lamar Alexander Parkway toward Walland TN, Turn Left at Mickeys Marathon Rd go across bridge take a right an go about 1.2 miles , home is on the left parking is across from home and marked for 5 cars.
Public Remarks: This property presents an excellent opportunity as a family investment retreat or a private ''Trout Cabin,'' with strong potential as a short-term rental or Airbnb. Its riverfront setting, private beach access, and proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park make it highly desirable for vacationers seeking an authentic Smoky Mountain experience. Nestled in the heart of Townsend--known as the ''Peaceful Side of the Smokies''--this charming riverfront cabin offers a rare opportunity to own a private slice of mountain paradise just minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Situated along the pristine Little River, this property features its own private beach area, creating a one-of-a-kind setting for relaxation, recreation, and unforgettable outdoor living. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee by the water or unwinding to the sound of flowing rapids, this cabin delivers the true essence of Smoky Mountain living.
The area is renowned for its world-class trout fishing, with the Little River offering abundant populations of rainbow, brown, and brook trout year-round. From your backyard, you can fish, swim, tube, or simply take in the natural beauty that surrounds you.
Townsend serves as a quiet gateway to the Smokies, providing easy access to hiking, biking, and scenic destinations like Cades Cove, while remaining tucked away from the crowds of nearby tourist hubs. With over 800 miles of fishable streams in the region, it's a true haven for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Atchd/Dtchd Type
Detached: 1
Style
Cabin: 1
Chalet: 1
Traditional: 1
Construction
Frame: 1
Siding
Wood: 1
Fireplace
Brick: 1
Gas Log: 1
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Cooling: 1
Floors
Hardwood: 1
Tile: 1
Garage/Parking
Common: 1
Designated Parking: 1
Detached: 1
Other: 1
Basement
Crawl Space Sealed: 1
Finished: 1
Walkout: 1
Lot Description
Irregular Lot: 1
River: 1
Waterfront: 1
Wooded: 1
Fuel
Electric: 1
View
Country Setting: 1
Mountain View: 1
Wooded: 1
Heat
Central: 1
Heat Pump: 1
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar: 1
Other: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Self Cleaning Oven: 1
Smoke Detector: 1
Washer: 1
Other Rooms
Extra Storage: 1
Laundry/Utility: 1
Exterior Features
Balcony: 1
Cable Available (TV Only): 1
Deck: 1
Dock: 1
Porch - Covered: 1
Windows - Insulated: 1
Windows - Vinyl: 1
Misc Features
Walk-in Shower: 1
Washer/Dryer Connect: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Water
Public: 1
Outbuildings
Storage Shed: 1
New Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
VA Loan: 1
Showing
See Agent Instructns: 1
Location Tax Legal Info
House #: 6851
Street Name: Old Walland
St Suffix: Hwy
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37882
PIN #: 095D D 01100 000
Subdivision: Ashe
Geo Lat: 35.686069
Geo Lon: -83.795512
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2026-04-04
Property Features
Style: Cabin; Chalet; Traditional
Construction: Frame
Siding: Wood
Basement: Crawl Space Sealed; Finished; Walkout
Lot Description: Irregular Lot; River; Waterfront; Wooded
View: Country Setting; Mountain View; Wooded
Fireplace: Brick; Gas Log
Floors: Hardwood; Tile
Fuel: Electric
Heat: Central; Heat Pump
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Self Cleaning Oven; Smoke Detector; Washer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Other Rooms: Extra Storage; Laundry/Utility
Misc Features: Walk-in Shower; Washer/Dryer Connect
Exterior Features: Balcony; Cable Available (TV Only); Deck; Dock; Porch - Covered; Windows - Insulated; Windows - Vinyl
Outbuildings: Storage Shed
Dining Area: Breakfast Bar; Other
Showing: See Agent Instructns
New Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
IDX
Listing Office: Realty Executives Associates
Office Phone: 865-983-0011
Last Updated: April - 05 - 2026
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