A rare opportunity to own a private wilderness retreat with modern conveniences in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee.
Located at 1151 Chestnut Valley Road, Vonore, 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. 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 sqft 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 sqft 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
Showing Information
For Sale By Owner
Shown by appointment only
No rent-to-own or owner financing
?? Call/Text: (423)271-1961
?? Email: mavisweger@hotmail.com
For sale by owner
$969,000
1151 Chestnut Valley Rd, Vonore, TN 37885
3beds
2,400sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 2011
27 Acres Lot
$650,300 Zestimate®
$404/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Completely turnkey and furnishedPrivate pondFenced pasture with barnUnmatched privacyYear-round creek
What the owner loves about this home
What makes this property special is the rare combination of privacy, wilderness access, and modern convenience. The home sits on 27.13 secluded acres adjoining the Citico Creek Wilderness Area within the Cherokee National Forest, offering incredible natural surroundings and abundant wildlife. We love enjoying the unrestricted peaceful setting, the creek and pond, and the feeling of having thousands of acres of protected forest right next door that will never be developed.
The property is also comfortable and easy to live in, with fiber optic internet, artesian well, wood boiler and HVAC, and it is being offered fully furnished and turnkey. The barn, fenced pasture, and large shop provide great flexibility for hobbies, livestock, or equipment.
- 8 days |
- 727 |
- 35 |
Listed by:
Property Owner (423) 271-1961
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat pump, Other, Stove, Electric, Propane / Butane, Wood / Pellet
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Other, Wood, Wood products
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain
Lot
- Size: 27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 10800603000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Foundation: Footing
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2011
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Vonore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $404/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $458,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,516
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
Estimated market value
$650,300
$553,000 - $748,000
$2,714/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $969,000+1838%$404/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2003 | Sold | $50,000$21/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37885
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tellico Plains Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 8.9 mi
- 5/10Tellico Plains High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.4 mi
- 5/10Tellico Plains Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 8.9 mi
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- Tennessee
- Monroe County
- Vonore
- 37885
- 1151 Chestnut Valley Rd





