Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains in Townsend, fondly known as the ''Peaceful Side of the Smokies'' this exceptional 20.86 acre resort presents a rare opportunity to own a proven, high performing short term rental portfolio in one of East Tennessee's most desirable destinations.
Perched at approximately 1,500 feet in elevation, the property offers sweeping, panoramic mountain views and an unmatched sense of privacy and tranquility. Thoughtfully developed and meticulously maintained, the resort has quickly established itself as a top-tier income producing asset with a strong and consistent financial track record.
The numbers speak for themselves. Generating over $270,000 in its inaugural year (2022), increasing to $287,000 the following year, and reaching an impressive $363,000 in 2024, with $317,000 recorded in 2025. $222K already on the books for 2026!! Trending above 2025 revenue!! This growth underscores both the strength of the location and the property's operational success.
The resort features a total of 8 fully furnished, turnkey cabins, including 5 traditional cabins and 3 treehouse style cabins. Each unit is designed to deliver a premium guest experience, complete with hot tubs, arcade games and fire pits.
Guests are immersed in nature with private hiking trails that wind throughout the property, creating a true mountain retreat experience while still being just minutes from top area attractions. Located only 2 minutes from Townsend's popular bike greenway and river tubing access, and a short drive to Cades Cove, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville, the location offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility.
Originally undeveloped for nearly 15 years, the current owner has transformed this property into a thriving STR business with no restrictions, offering flexibility for self-management or the option to partner with a professional management company.
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Price cut: $200K (9/10)
$2,745,000
460 Boat Gunnel Rd, Townsend, TN 37882
20beds
13,121sqft
Residential
Built in 1980
20.86 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sweeping panoramic mountain viewsArcade gamesHot tubsFire pits
- 54 days
- 1,726
- 80
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kaitlin Glenn 609-816-7520,
eXp Realty 888-519-5113
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3304425
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 20
- Bathrooms: 20
- Full bathrooms: 19
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 13,121
- Total interior livable area: 13,121 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 13,121
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 20.86 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 107 03100 000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,926,700
- Annual tax amount: $12,254
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Price change | $2,745,000-6.8%$209/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $2,945,000-1.7%$224/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000-14.3%$228/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000-6.8%$266/sqft |
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| 10/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/24/2023 | Price change | $3,750,000-3.8%$286/sqft |
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| 5/26/2023 | Price change | $3,900,000-4.9%$297/sqft |
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| 4/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,100,000+173.5%$312/sqft |
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| 10/18/2021 | Sold | $1,499,000+172.7%$114/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/25/2014 | Sold | $549,757-24.2%$42/sqft |
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| 3/2/2014 | Price change | $725,000-9.3%$55/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2013 | Price change | $799,000-11.1%$61/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2013 | Price change | $899,000-9.9%$69/sqft |
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| 11/12/2013 | Price change | $998,000-0.1%$76/sqft |
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| 11/4/2013 | Price change | $999,000-9.2%$76/sqft |
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| 8/20/2013 | Price change | $1,100,000-6.4%$84/sqft |
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| 12/27/2012 | Price change | $1,175,000-13%$90/sqft |
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| 11/22/2012 | Price change | $1,350,000-9.9%$103/sqft |
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| 8/24/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000-23.1%$114/sqft |
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| 1/27/2011 | Listing removed | $1,950,000$149/sqft |
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| 3/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000$149/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,254 | $770,680 |
| 2024 | $12,254 | $770,680 |
| 2023 | $12,254 -4.8% | $770,680 +47.8% |
| 2022 | $12,877 +181.3% | $521,320 +181.3% |
| 2021 | $4,577 | $185,300 |
| 2020 | $4,577 | $185,300 |
| 2019 | $4,577 +40.3% | $185,300 +40.3% |
| 2018 | $3,263 +2% | $132,100 |
| 2017 | $3,198 | $132,100 |
| 2016 | $3,198 +352.3% | $132,100 |
| 2015 | $707 | $132,100 -52.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $276,525 -6% |
| 2013 | $6,322 | $294,025 |
| 2012 | $6,322 | $294,025 0% |
| 2009 | -- | $294,030 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $6,193 +48.8% | $277,692 +43.5% |
| 2004 | $4,161 | $193,535 |
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