A TURNKEY AIRBNB/VRBO BUSINESS! Historic Ben Ellis Cabin – Turnkey Short-Term Rental on 5.45 Acres
Successfully operated as a short-term vacation rental for approximately 10 years, the cabin has earned more than 250 five-star reviews. Offered fully furnished and ready for its next owner, the sale includes furniture, appliances, linens, cookware, rugs, décor, accessories, and everything down to the last piece of silverware. Continue the established rental business or make this charming property your own mountain getaway.
Major updates include: Septic system, and well installed circa 2011, Electrical and plumbing completely updated in 2012,Metal roof installed in 2016,Central heating and air conditioning installed in 2017.
Whether you're seeking an income-producing investment, a weekend escape, or a home surrounded by the natural beauty of East Tennessee, the Ben Ellis Cabin offers a distinctive combination of historic charm, acreage, mountain views, and established vacation rental appeal. Fully furnished and turnkey—ready for its next chapter!
Cabin stays booked up, so please call the owner for scheduling showings or questions!
Rich Delmotte: 615-533-5954
Under contract - showing
Price cut: $30.1K (10/19)
$349,900
2582 Smithfield Rd, Tellico Plains, TN 37385
2beds
959sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
5.45 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$365/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 21 days
- 1,510
- 291
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Rumley-Lewis 615-478-7591,
Inspired Homes 615-745-9405
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3622514
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Full Bath
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom 2
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bedroom
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Living room
- Features: Great Room
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Electric Range, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Air Filter, Ceiling Fan(s), Redecorated, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 959
- Total interior livable area: 959 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 959
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 5.45 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level, Private, Views, Wooded
- Topography: Cleared,Level,Private,Views,Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 189 00900 000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Air Purifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Log, Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Gold Mountain Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tellico Plains
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $365/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,200
- Annual tax amount: $943
- Date on market: 10/19/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2026 | Contingent | $349,900$365/sqft |
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| 10/19/2026 | Price change | $349,900-7.9%$365/sqft |
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| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,999+1588.9%$396/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2020 | Listing removed | $22,500$23/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $22,500-6.3%$23/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2019 | Price change | $24,000-5.9%$25/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2018 | Price change | $25,500-0.4%$27/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Price change | $25,600-38.9%$27/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2018 | Price change | $41,900+63.7%$44/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Howe Realty & Auction #1011452 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2018 | Price change | $25,600-38.9%$27/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2018 | Price change | $41,900+63.7%$44/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Howe Realty & Auction #1011452 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $25,600-48.8%$27/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #1029329 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2013 | Sold | $50,000-12.3%$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2012 | Sold | $57,000$59/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $943 | $61,900 |
| 2024 | $943 -0.6% | $61,900 -0.6% |
| 2023 | $948 +70% | $62,250 +150% |
| 2022 | $558 | $24,900 |
| 2021 | $558 +171.4% | $24,900 +171.4% |
| 2020 | $205 +13.1% | $9,175 |
| 2019 | $182 | $9,175 |
| 2018 | $182 -0.2% | $9,175 |
| 2017 | $182 -5.3% | $9,175 |
| 2016 | $192 | $9,175 |
| 2015 | $192 0% | $9,175 0% |
| 2014 | $192 | $9,178 |
| 2013 | $192 | $9,178 |
| 2012 | -- | $9,178 +12.1% |
| 2011 | $160 +23.4% | $8,187 |
| 2010 | $129 | $8,187 |
| 2009 | $129 0% | $8,187 |
| 2008 | $129 | $8,187 |
| 2007 | -- | $8,187 +55.1% |
| 2006 | $102 +14.9% | $5,279 |
| 2005 | $89 +2.6% | $5,279 +16.7% |
| 2004 | $86 | $4,525 |
| 2002 | $86 | $4,525 |
| 2001 | -- | $4,525 -51% |
| 2000 | -- | $9,231 |
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Neighborhood: 37385
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Coker Creek Elementary
- Middle: Coker Creek Elementary
- High: Tellico Plains High School
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.









