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Last Sold Price
3 beds4,120 sqft$117/sqft
133 Water Tank Rd, Butler, TN 37640
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.57 acresLot Size
2007Year Built
$117/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Bordering the 655,000 acre Cherokee National Forest in a quiet Watauga lakeside community lies Big Timber Lodge. Absorbed by a feeling as if you have entered a private nature preserve outlined with a stunning mountain backdrop and steps from the shores of Watauga Lake with deeded lake access this property will not disappoint. Newly paved roads make access a breeze. With meticulous attention to detail, this custom built home features functionality, practicality and versatility. Designed for large...Bordering the 655,000 acre Cherokee National Forest in a quiet Watauga lakeside community lies Big Timber Lodge. Absorbed by a feeling as if you have entered a private nature preserve outlined with a stunning mountain backdrop and steps from the shores of Watauga Lake with deeded lake access this property will not disappoint. Newly paved roads make access a breeze. With meticulous attention to detail, this custom built home features functionality, practicality and versatility. Designed for large family and friend gatherings featuring multiple level entertaining it offers distinct indoor and outdoor spaces. From the main level you will enjoy a spacious open living area with wood stove. French doors leading to the rocking chair back deck, a chef's kitchen with granite and Hickory cabinetry, dining area, wet bar, large walk-in pantry and an inviting screened porch for relaxation. The second floor provides bedrooms and an entertainment room for all to enjoy. On the third level you will find a master retreat complete with a sitting room and soaking tub. All levels afford access to the outdoor decks. The lower level also provides heated space for a workshop, sauna, bunk room & additional storage. An outdoor kitchen with grill and sink to clean the catch of the day and a waterfall feature all add to the natural beauty. A well-prepared mountain home equipped with a generator, multiple energy sources and a solid infrastructure confirms that no detail has been left undone. Included with the property are 3 additional lots, each with deeded lake access that provide additional privacy for the lodge & one direct access to Cherokee National Forest. As a vacation rental property the home offers fishing, hunting, hiking, boating as well as convenient accessibility to snow-skiing in the western mountains of NC. Perfect midlake location. The purchase price includes the majority of the furnishings. This sale includes lots 50,53,54. (approx 1.249 +/- acres)
  • Listed by: Sandy Poe • Alliance Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 08/24/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS, MLS#: 412231

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Alliance Sotheby's International Realty, Sandy Poe (865.207.0004)

Sold By KW Johnson City, ELIZA WRIGHT (704.807.0323)

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Property Information for 133 Water Tank Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,631 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: RS
  • Subdivision: Hank Johnson
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Lot Size: 1.57 AC / 68,389 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Butler
  • County: Carter
  • Directions: Highway 67 toward Butler. Right on Highway 321 toward Boone. Go 2 miles to left on Moody Road. 2 miles to right on Moody Circle. First immediate right on Water Tank Road. Second home on the left.
  • Latitude: 36.32
  • Longitude: -82.01
  • Postal Code: 37640
  • State Or Province: TN
  • Topography: Part Wooded, Sloped
  • MLS Area Major: 315 - Butler
  • MLS Area Minor: 315 - Butler
  • General Property Description : Zoning: RS
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association/Amenities: Landscaping, Sauna
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 053d B 006.00, 045m A 025.00
  • Association Fee: 0.0
  • Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
  • Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $2,630.55
School Information
  • High School: Hampton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Little Milligan
  • Elementary School: Little Milligan
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1.57 Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 68,389.20
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.57
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Private, Lake Access
  • Lot Size Area: 1.57
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 4,120.00
  • Building Area Total: 5,144.00
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • General Property Description : Acres: 1.57
  • General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 3096.0
  • General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 1024.0
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1048
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1024
  • SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 2048
  • SqFt Details : Garage Detached SqFt: 0
  • SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Above Average
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Insert, Marble, Wood Burning Stove
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Bar, Cedar Closet(s), Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Basement: Concrete, Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Workshop
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.10
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • BedroomsTotal: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Gas Oven, Convection Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace : Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace : Wood Burning Stove: Yes
  • Other Rooms : Mud Room: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Outdoor Grill
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Parking Features: Deeded, Attached
  • Roof: Metal
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Heating : Heat Pump: Heat Pump, Propane
  • Walls : Drywall: Yes
  • Walls : Wood: Yes
  • Other Structures : Outbuilding: Yes
  • Other Structures : Storage: Yes

Property History for 133 Water Tank Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 24, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #676383666

$481,500
Aug 24, 2020

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #412231

$481,500
Aug 24, 2020

Closed

KAARMLS #1054450

$481,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/24/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #676383666

$481,500
08/24/2020

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #412231

$481,500
08/24/2020

Closed

KAARMLS #1054450

$481,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 133 Water Tank Road

Taxable ValueLand$37,325Additions$99,375Total$136,700
Tax Record2024$2,980 ($248 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,988 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,988 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,098 SqFtStories3Lot Size75,794 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2007CountyCARTERAPN053D B 00600

Schools near 133 Water Tank Road

This home is within Carter County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - 5 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Little Milligan Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Unaka Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Carter County Alternative School
Public5 to 12

Unaka High School
Public9 to 12

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This home: 133 Water Tank Road, Butler, TN 37640
$481,500
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68,389
720
24,829
$182,000
2
940
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