Watauga Lakefront cabin with a private dock, deep-water access, approximately 90' of lake frontage, mountain views and NO HOA. Tucked into a quiet cove overlooking Cherokee National Forest and the surrounding mountains, this furnished lake retreat offers an opportunity to enjoy it now while also envisioning more for the future.
Need more interior space? The existing outdoor living areas provide exciting potential for expansion. With approximately 550sf of upper decking and 480sf of covered lower decking, buyers may wish to explore incorporating portions of these generous deck areas into additional living space. The cabin was intentionally positioned lower on the bank for easier access to the dock and lake, making the waterfront setting the star of the property.
Enjoy calm cove frontage, a private dock, lakeside firepit and year-round deep-water access. Lake and mountain views may also be opened further through selective tree trimming. Sellers own the trees within the property boundaries and also own the adjoining property and are willing to discuss additional selective trimming there if a buyer desires a broader view.
Inside, the home offers easy main-level living plus a finished walk-out lower level with flexible den, game and additional sleeping space. Set up to sleep six and offered furnished with exclusions, it has operated as a successful vacation rental with more than 140 Airbnb bookings and an impressive 4.98 guest rating. Continue the short-term rental use or keep it entirely for yourself.
Parking for at least four vehicles is available between the upper parking pad and concrete driveway. Recent improvements include a metal roof in 2018, HVAC and hot water heater in 2021, washer and dryer in 2025, concrete driveway, dock and firepit. Public water and fiber internet add convenience for full-time living, weekend stays or rental guests.
A special opportunity to own Watauga Lake frontage with a private dock, deep water, NO HOA, proven rental history and meaningful potential to create additional living space as your needs grow. Broker owned. Airbnb calendar currently blocked while offered for sale: airbnb.com/h/loontunes
For sale
Price cut: $50K (8/26)
$799,000
237 Candlewood Ln, Butler, TN 37640
2beds
1,290sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2003
0.61 Acres Lot
$753,000 Zestimate®
$619/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mountain viewsOffered furnishedFurnished lake retreatWatauga lakefront cabinEasy main-level livingLakeside firepitPrivate dock
- 116 days
- 1,889
- 92
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michele McCubbins Michele@LandmarkMountain.RealEstate,
Landmark Mountain Real Estate 828-964-8020
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9994984
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Den
- Level: Basement
Great room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,290
- Total interior livable area: 1,290 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 435
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Concrete, Gravel, Parking Pad, See Remarks
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Topography: Mountainous, Part Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 090 037.06
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Lake
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Candlewood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Butler
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $619/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $170,900
- Annual tax amount: $944
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$753,000
$715,000 - $791,000
$1,434/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $799,000-5.9%$619/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $849,000-3%$658/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000+1066.7%$678/sqft |
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| 8/30/2018 | Sold | $75,000$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $944 | $42,725 |
| 2024 | $944 | $42,725 |
| 2023 | $944 +22.1% | $42,725 |
| 2022 | $773 | $42,725 |
| 2021 | -- | $42,725 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $849 | $41,425 |
| 2019 | $849 | $41,425 |
| 2018 | $849 +0% | $41,425 |
| 2017 | $849 | $41,425 |
| 2016 | $849 +13.2% | $41,425 |
| 2015 | $750 -1.7% | $41,425 -1.7% |
| 2014 | $763 0% | $42,150 0% |
| 2013 | $763 +2.3% | $42,159 |
| 2012 | $746 | $42,159 |
| 2011 | $746 | $42,159 |
| 2010 | -- | $42,159 +11% |
| 2009 | $771 | $37,970 |
| 2008 | $771 | $37,970 |
| 2007 | $771 | $37,970 |
| 2006 | $771 -22.2% | $37,970 |
| 2005 | $991 +22% | $37,970 +22% |
| 2004 | $812 +244.7% | $31,129 +217% |
| 2002 | $236 | $9,821 |
| 2001 | -- | $9,821 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $39,285 |
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Neighborhood: 37640
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roan Creek
- Middle: Johnson Co
- High: Johnson Co
Source: TVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






