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Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath cabin sits on a private 3-acre parcel, offering a rare blend of rustic charm, modern comfort, and income-generating potential. Surrounded by towering hardwoods and sweeping mountain views, this turn-key property offers the best of both worlds: a tranquil escape from city life and close proximity to top tourist destinations like Dollywood,...Investment Opportunity or Private Mountain Retreat - Renovated Cabin on 3 Acres
Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath cabin sits on a private 3-acre parcel, offering a rare blend of rustic charm, modern comfort, and income-generating potential. Surrounded by towering hardwoods and sweeping mountain views, this turn-key property offers the best of both worlds: a tranquil escape from city life and close proximity to top tourist destinations like Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Property Features:
Fully Renovated Interior blending traditional log cabin aesthetics with modern finishes
Spacious living area with wood accents, cozy furnishings, and abundant natural light
Chef's kitchen with butcherblock countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinetry
Dining area with serene forest views - ideal for family gatherings or quiet meals
4 comfortable bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms to accommodate families or groups
Expansive deck perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or stargazing
Outdoor Lifestyle at Your Doorstep:
Enjoy quick access to hiking, fishing, ziplining, waterfalls, and year-round attractions. Whether it's a peaceful morning coffee on the deck or an adrenaline-packed day of mountain adventures, this location offers something for everyone. Short-Term Rental Potential:
With its prime location, updated amenities, and authentic mountain appeal, this property is ideal for vacation rental investors. The Smoky Mountains area consistently ranks among the top-performing short-term rental markets in the U. S., with high occupancy rates and strong seasonal demand. Whether you're looking for a profitable vacation rental or a serene mountain hideaway, this property checks all the boxes. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Smoky Mountain paradise.
- Listed by Tony Busse • The Real Estate Firm, Inc.
Property Details for 1196 Iris Way
Property Details for 1196 Iris Way
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1317058 |
| Days on Market | 110 |
| Taxes | $618 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1998 |
| Lot Size | 3.00 AC / 130,680 SF |
| County | Sevier County |
Location
Building Information for 1196 Iris Way
Payment Calculator
$2,527 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$2,475
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Property Information for 1196 Iris Way
- City: Cosby
- County Or Parish: Cocke County - 39
- Directions: From I-40 heading towards Gatlinburg take exit 435 to Newport TN-32 S for about 4 miles. Take a right onto Bogart. In about 5 miles make a right at Sunset Gap on Iris Way. Driveway os hidden. Head up the driveway and when you see a house with a red tin roof the driveway with be on the left. Heat all the way up until you get to the house.
- Latitude: 35.864229
- Longitude: -83.297207
- MLS Area Major: Cocke County - 39
- MLS Area Minor: Cocke County - 39
- Postal Code: 37722
- State Or Province: TN
- View Country Setting: True
- View Mountain View: True
- View Seasonal Mountain: True
- View Wooded: True
- Location Tax Legal Info Area: Cocke County - 39
- Remarks Misc Directions: From I-40 heading towards Gatlinburg take exit 435 to Newport TN-32 S for about 4 miles. Take a right onto Bogart. In about 5 miles make a right at Sunset Gap on Iris Way. Driveway os hidden. Head up the driveway and when you see a house with a red tin roof the driveway with be on the left. Heat all the way up until you get to the house.
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking Features: None
- Atchd Dtchd Type Detached: True
- Garage Parking None: True
- Association Fee: 0.0
- Parcel Number: 055 034.01
- Location Tax Legal Info Total Tax: 618.27
- General Property Description HOA: No
- Virtual Tours Count: 0
- Building Area Source: Tax Records
- Lot Size Area: 3.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 130680.0
- Year Built: 1998
- Lot Features: Wooded, Irregular Lot
- Building Area Total: 2688.0
- Lot Size Acres: 3.0
- Lot Size Source: Tax Records
- General Property Description SqFt - Main Lvl: 1344.0
- General Property Description SqFt - Down Lvl: 1344.0
- General Property Description SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 0.0
- General Property Description SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0.0
- General Property Description SqFt - Source: Tax Records
- General Property Description Acres: 3.0
- General Property Description Acre Source: Tax Records
- General Property Description Site Built: Yes
- Lot Description Irregular Lot: True
- Lot Description Wooded: True
- Possession: At Closing
- Property Attached: No
- Property Type Label: Single Family
- Floor Plans Count: 0
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Possession At Closing: True
- General Property Description Sewer: Septic Tank
- Fuel Electric: True
- Sewer Septic Tank: True
- Water Well: True
- Exterior Features: Prof Landscaped
- Other Structures: Barn
- Construction Materials: Wood, Block, Frame
- Siding Wood: True
- Outbuildings Barn: True
- Exterior Features Deck: True
- Exterior Features Porch - Covered: True
- Exterior Features Prof Landscaped: True
- Exterior Features Windows - Aluminum: True
- Exterior Features Windows - Insulated: True
- Beds Total: 4
- Baths Full: 3
- Baths Half: 0
- Cooling: Central Cooling
- Fireplaces Total: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
- Cooling Details: Yes
- Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Heating Details: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
- Fireplace Features: None
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Heating: Yes
- Fireplace None: True
- Cooling Central Cooling: True
- Floors Hardwood: True
- Floors Tile: True
- Basement Finished: True
- Basement Walkout: True
- General Property Description Number of Bedrooms: 4
- General Property Description Number of Rooms: 11
- General Property Description Fireplace: No
- General Property Description Number of Fireplace: 0.0
- General Property Description Basement: Yes
- General Property Description Bonus Room: Yes
- Heat Forced Air: True
- Heat - Heat Pump: True
- Dining Area Breakfast Bar: True
- Dining Area Eat-in Kitchen: True
- Dining Area Formal Dining Area: True
- Appliances Dishwasher: True
- Appliances Microwave: True
- Appliances Range: True
- Appliances Refrigerator: True
- Appliances Smoke Detector: True
- Other Rooms Addl Living Quarter: True
- Other Rooms Basement Rec Room: True
- Other Rooms Extra Storage: True
- Other Rooms Family Room: True
- Other Rooms Laundry Utility: True
- Other Rooms Mstr Bdrm Main Level: True
- Misc Features Cathedral Ceiling: True
- Misc Features Walk-in Closets: True
- Misc Features Walk-in Shower: True
- Misc Features WasherDryer Connect: True
- Misc Features Whirlpool Tub: True
- Rooms Total: 11
- General Property Description Restrictions: No
- Tenant Expenses Cooling: Central Cooling
- Tenant Expenses Heating: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Electric
Property History for 1196 Iris Way
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 5, 2026 | Price Change KAARMLS #1317058 | $507,900 | — |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Price Change KAARMLS #1317058 | $510,000 | — |
| Sep 30, 2025 | Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1317058 | $550,000 | — |
| Feb 20, 2025 | Expired KAARMLS #1253289 | — | |
| Jun 10, 2024 | Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1253289 | $550,000 | — |
| May 10, 2024 | Active - Not Showing KAARMLS #1253289 | — | |
| Mar 8, 2024 | Price Change KAARMLS #1253289 | $540,000 | — |
| Feb 20, 2024 | Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1253289 | $550,000 | — |
| Sep 29, 2017 | Closed Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #394988 | $62,000 | — |
| Sep 22, 2017 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #606460337 | $62,000 | — |
| Sep 21, 2017 | Contract - Not Showing Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #394988 | — | |
| Jul 27, 2017 | Listed (Active) Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #394988 | $59,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | Price Change KAARMLS #1317058 | $507,900 |
| 12/01/2025 | Price Change KAARMLS #1317058 | $510,000 |
| 09/30/2025 | Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1317058 | $550,000 |
| 02/20/2025 | Expired KAARMLS #1253289 | — |
| 06/10/2024 | Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1253289 | $550,000 |
| 05/10/2024 | Active - Not Showing KAARMLS #1253289 | — |
| 03/08/2024 | Price Change KAARMLS #1253289 | $540,000 |
| 02/20/2024 | Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1253289 | $550,000 |
| 09/29/2017 | Closed Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #394988 | $62,000 |
| 09/22/2017 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #606460337 | $62,000 |
| 09/21/2017 | Contract - Not Showing Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #394988 | — |
| 07/27/2017 | Listed (Active) Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #394988 | $59,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1196 Iris Way
Schools near 1196 Iris Way
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | PK to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jones Cove Elementary School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Greenbrier Alternative Learning Center Public6 to 12 | ||
New Center Elementary PublicK to 8 | ||
Catons Chapel Elementary School PublicPK to 6 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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