Motivated Sellers - listing below market value! A rare opportunity to own a private wilderness retreat with modern conveniences in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee.
This authentic turnkey log home retreat is on 27.13 unrestricted acres adjoining the Citico Creek Wilderness Area within the 600,000+ acre Cherokee National Forest. Approximately 10 acres are suitable for pasture, while the remainder is wooded, with trails, for privacy. This exceptional property offers an escape to your own secluded mountain sanctuary surrounded by forest, wildlife and peaceful scenery. Featuring a year-round creek, private pond, fenced pasture with barn, and a 1,500 sq ft shop, unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and direct access to one of the largest protected wilderness areas in the eastern United States. Enjoy modern comfort combined with self-sufficient living. An outdoorsman's paradise!
* Custom 2,400 sq ft log home
* 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
* Artesian well
* Completely turnkey and furnished, including dishes, flatware & large/small appliances included as well as carefully curated antiques that enhance the aesthetics
* 27.13 secluded unrestricted acres with Greenbelt exemption
* Directly adjoins Citico Creek Wilderness Area
* Located within the Cherokee National Forest
* Creek + private pond
* Mix of fenced pasture and wooded privacy
* Barn
* 1,500 sq ft shop
* Abundant wildlife and natural beauty
* Ideal for homesteading, horses, livestock, hobbies, or business use
* Artesian fresh water well
* Septic system
* Wood boiler + central HVAC + fireplace
* 52'' Ikon zero turn mower (2 years old)
* TDS Fiber optic ultra high-speed internet
* Greenbelt tax exemption
* Situated within a vast protected wilderness corridor connecting:
• Cherokee National Forest (600,000+ acres)
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Nantahala National Forest (NC)
• Conveniently located to Tellico Plains, Madisonville, Vonore, Maryville and Knoxville
Ideal for hiking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, outdoor recreation
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Price cut: $44.1K (8/13)
$899,900
1151 Chestnut Valley Rd, Vonore, TN 37885
3beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2011
27.13 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$375/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Completely turnkey and furnishedPrivate pondArtesian wellFenced pasture with barnYear-round creek
- 70 days
- 746
- 60
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melanie Nance,
Ayers Auction and Real Estate 423-562-4941,
Lorra Ripperger 513-256-1023,
Ayers Auction and Real Estate
Source: East Tennessee Realtors,MLS#: 1345310
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Heating
- Central, Other, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Other, Hardwood
- Basement: Slab
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Main Level
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Pond, Creek
Lot
- Size: 27.13 Acres
- Features: Private, Wooded, Irregular Lot, Level, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Barn(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 108 00603 000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
Condition
- Year built: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Vonore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $375/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $458,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,516
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $899,900-4.7%$375/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $944,000-2.6%$393/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $969,000+1838%$404/sqft |
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| 7/1/2003 | Sold | $50,000$21/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,516 | $99,550 |
| 2024 | $1,516 | $99,550 |
| 2023 | $1,516 +9.8% | $99,550 +61.4% |
| 2022 | $1,381 | $61,675 |
| 2021 | $1,381 | $61,675 |
| 2020 | $1,381 +13.1% | $61,675 |
| 2019 | $1,221 +1.4% | $61,675 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $1,205 0% | $60,850 +15.8% |
| 2017 | $1,205 +0.5% | $52,525 -8.3% |
| 2016 | $1,199 +14.8% | $57,275 +14.8% |
| 2015 | $1,045 +0% | $49,900 +0% |
| 2014 | $1,045 | $49,885 |
| 2013 | $1,045 | $49,885 |
| 2012 | -- | $49,885 +722.9% |
| 2011 | $118 +23.4% | $6,062 |
| 2010 | $96 | $6,062 |
| 2009 | $96 0% | $6,062 |
| 2008 | $96 | $6,062 +11.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $5,431 +30.9% |
| 2006 | $80 -75% | $4,148 -78.2% |
| 2005 | $320 +22.8% | $19,057 +39.7% |
| 2004 | $261 | $13,645 |
| 2002 | $261 | $13,645 |
| 2001 | -- | $13,645 -46.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $25,477 |
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