Breathtaking mountain views in an absolutely beautiful custom built log cabin home nestled in the beautiful Bear Ridge Estates. This quiet gated community is only a 1/2 a mile from the private marina, Cove Ridge located on the gorgeous Watauga Lake. This home offers an open concept with cathedral ceilings, wooden beams, stoned gas fireplace in the Living Room and downstairs Den. The kitchen has custom made cabinets with leathered granite countertops, fully equipped with stainless appliances and tile flooring as well as an island. There is a loft that overlooks the Living Room and Kitchen area that is currently used as a game room. The main level also has 2 huge bedrooms and a full bath. The home has hardwood flooring throughout, with tile in the bathrooms and laundry room and carpet over tile in the downstairs area. The downstairs has a HUGE den with gas stone fireplace, walk out patios, laundry room, 3rd bedroom, tons of closets for storage and another full bathroom. From the huge deck upstairs and walk out patios downstairs, you can see breathtaking mountain views and enjoy entertaining family and friends. This home sits on over 1.5 acres and also adjoins the National Forest. Perfect as a primary home or as an investment property to use as an Airbnb. This home is just a short drive to Boone, NC, Asheville NC, Dollywood, TN and Pigeon Forge, TN.
Buyer/Buyers agent to verify all information. No commissions paid on sellers concessions. GATE CODE NEEDED and PRIVATE LOCK BOX CODE NEEDED.
This home also has a private boat slip in Cove Ridge Marina and a 2006 Crest Pontoon for sale - private slip has been paid through Feb 2025 (contact listing agent for details on slip and boat)
Sold for $515,000
$515,000
199 Bear Ridge Dr, Butler, TN 37640
3beds
3,248sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1998
1.77 Acres Lot
$572,700 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$2,600 Estimated rent
Home value
$572,700
$544,000 - $607,000
$2,600/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 13, 2025 at 06:38am
Listed by:
Karen Stigall 423-833-8304,
RE/MAX Preferred
Bought with:
Elizabeth Cornett, 300988
Ace Realty
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9963775
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, See Remarks
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, See Remarks
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, See Remarks
- Windows: Single Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,See Remarks
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Basement, Den, Gas Log, Living Room, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,248
- Total interior livable area: 3,248 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,496
Property
Parking
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Driveway, Asphalt, Parking Pad
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Back, Deck, Rear Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch, See Remarks
- Exterior features: Balcony, See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 194 x 373 x 15 x 55 x 94 x 367
- Topography: Mountainous, Sloped, Wooded, See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 038p A 033.00
- Zoning: res
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Log, See Remarks
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Above Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Butler
- Subdivision: Bear Ridge Estates
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $725 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/26/2024 | Sold | $515,000-1.9%$159/sqft |
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| 4/2/2024 | Pending sale | $524,900$162/sqft |
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| 3/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $524,900+106.7%$162/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9963775 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2004 | Sold | $254,000+2440%$78/sqft |
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| 2/1/1999 | Sold | $10,000$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,197 | $100,800 |
| 2024 | $2,197 | $100,800 |
| 2023 | $2,197 +7.4% | $100,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 37640
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Little MilliganGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 4/10Unaka High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
- 6/10Unaka Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Little Milligan
- Middle: Little Milligan
- High: Unaka
Source: TVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Tennessee
- Carter County
- Butler
- 37640
- 199 Bear Ridge Dr