733 Cavern Rd, Townsend, TN 37882

This property has room to extend the house if desired (owner has plans drafted). Can be sold Fully Furnished or not. Located in gorgeous Townsend, one of the 3 Tennessee gateways to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this home sits in a very desirable and sought after location, making it an excellent vacation home, small family home, retirement home, and/or investment property. The property is located in Dry Valley, (which sits directly adjacent to the North side of Cades Cove, one of the Smoky's most popular attractions This cozy home sits on 1.24 acres of charming forest land, boasting hillsides of natural rock outcroppings, open areas with stunning views of Rich Mountain, fairytale-like forested areas, much of which is carpeted with natural moss that is aesthetically beautiful, low maintenance, and stays a green all year. This home certainly has something for everyone! Pass the hours pottering around the grounds, or just enjoy entertaining on the front deck, this little gem of a place is a great find! Kids of all ages can be thoroughly entertained here without actually even leaving the property! The mature trees, large boulders, hammocks, hillside swing, archery/BB target area, trampoline, driveway and shady forest spaces, all make for a superb site to play and explore! Nature enthusiasts will love the healthy abundance of natural flora and fauna, and will surely enjoy the (40+) different species of birds which have been logged frequenting this property. The site boasts a diverse collection of large trees (many with edible nuts and berries), numerous flowering shrubs and bushes, its very own loop walking trail, and what is said by locals to be the site and remains of a 120+yr old moonshine still, of which the very same campfire ring is still used today! This place not only offers incredible access to everything that charming Townsend and the National Park has to offer, but also the vibrant nearby attractions of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, all with the convenience (and peace of mind) of being just 20 minutes away from a major hospital, and 25 minutes away from McGhee Tyson airport. Also, the city of Maryville (with major shops and a mall) is just 10-12 miles and downtown Knoxville is a mere 30 mile drive. This area has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts. From low-key after dinner walks along the nearby river, to serious backpacking in the Smoky’s most rugged terrain. Pedal bikers can enjoy miles and miles of newly paved, easy-ride biking, or challenge themselves on the extreme mountain bike trails of Townsend’s Vee Hollow. You can go fishing on the Little River, or tubing on its family fun tubing section. There’s also a wide spectrum of dining, hotel, and campsite options, and of course 500,000 acres of stunning national park. Oh, and Dollywood amusement park is a mere 23 miles from this property! Besides being enviably located so close to Cades Cove, (plus close back door access to White Oak Sinks), this home is also literally within walking distance of two seasonal tourist attractions, Tuckaleechee Caverns, and Davy Crockett riding stables. Golfers will be pleased to know you’re just minutes away from Wild Laurel Golf Course, while other local amenities include shops, a post office, hardware store, grocery store, a veterinary clinic, Heritage Museum, festival/events grounds, a miniature golf course, a large selection of budget friendly dining options, as well as fine dining at Dancing Bear Lodge, or the world famous Blackberry Farms! Snow enthusiasts can visit nearby Ober Mountain for skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice skating and more. There are 2 local summer camps within an 8-15 minute drive offering kids various day and sleep-away options. Simply put, this is a must see property that is sure to appeal to a wide variety of home buyers/investors. No HOA’s. Offers welcome. This sale is NOT contingent on seller closing on another property!