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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,746 sqft
Price per Sqft $522
MLS Listing ID 1324201
Style Cabin
Bedrooms 16
Full Baths 16
Half Baths 1
Year Built 2009
Lot Size 1.260 Acres
Acres 1.26
Lot Dimensions .
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
Property Description
Set just across the street from the Tellico River, the home's expansive decks and multiple outdoor seating areas offer sweeping river views, with riverfront parking directly along the water. Guests enjoy the soothing sounds and scenic beauty of the river from the large wraparound decks, private bedroom balconies, and covered verandas, making this property especially attractive for destination weddings, yoga and wellness retreats, business meetings, educational workshops, church groups, and family reunions. Ample paved parking, including room for motorcycles, easily accommodates larger groups and event traffic.
Inside, the property features an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings, leather furnishings, and a warm lodge ambiance. The spacious game room and entertainment areas are designed for gathering and fun, with a pool table, foosball, card table, flat-screen TVs, cable, and DVD player. Multiple bars and generous common areas make it easy to host receptions, cocktail hours, or informal get-togethers. High-speed WiFi and USB plug-ins throughout support both leisure and business uses.
The modern, stainless-steel kitchen is fully equipped to serve large parties, featuring double ovens, two side-by-side refrigerators, granite countertops, microwave, coffee maker with complimentary coffee, and ample prep and storage space. The layout is ideal for caterers or for guests who enjoy cooking together. A gas grill and barbecue utensils extend meal preparation to the outdoors, where guests can dine al fresco while enjoying the river setting.
Sleeping arrangements are thoughtfully designed to accommodate a wide variety of group sizes and configurations. The home offers 4 king beds, 10 queen beds, and 1 twin bed, along with a loft bedroom and mezzanine spaces that contribute to the lodge's open, airy feel. Many bedrooms offer deck access and river views, enhancing the retreat-like atmosphere. A Jacuzzi tub, fireplaces, and multiple cozy seating areas add to the sense of relaxation and escape.
Additional conveniences include washer and dryer, alarm clocks, hair dryers, flat-screen TVs in key areas, USB outlets, and multiple gathering spaces both indoors and out. With its strong rental history, high nightly rates, generous capacity, and proven track record hosting weddings, corporate events, educational programs, yoga retreats, and reunions, Tellico River Retreat & Event Center stands out as a premier income-producing property in a sought-after natural setting. Whether continued as a high-performing vacation rental and event venue or adapted for specialized retreats and group uses, this property offers exceptional versatility, comfort, and revenue potential just steps from the Tellico River.
Location
State TN
County Monroe County - 33
Area 1.26
Rooms
Other Rooms Basement Rec Room, LaundryUtility, 2nd Rec Room, Bedroom Main Level, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Mstr Bedroom Main Level
Basement Walkout
Dining Room Eat-in Kitchen
Interior
Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen
Heating Central, Natural Gas, Other, Electric
Cooling Other, Central Cooling, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Masonry
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Windows - Insulated,Drapes
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Heat Source Central, Natural Gas, Other, Electric
Laundry true
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony
Parking Features Off-Street Parking
Garage Description Off-Street Parking
Porch true
Garage No
Building
Lot Description River, Waterfront, Wooded, Irregular Lot
Faces From 68 head east on Cherohala Skyway, go left on Unicoi Turnpike, right on Rafter Rd and it is on the left across from the river!
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Cabin
Structure Type Wood Siding,Frame
Schools
Elementary Schools Tellico Plains
Middle Schools Tellico Plains
High Schools Tellico Plains
Others
Restrictions No
Tax ID 146092.00
Security Features Smoke Detector
Energy Description Electric, Gas(Natural)
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