191 Bear Ridge Dr

4,733 Sq. Ft.
$248 / Sq. Ft.
4,733
Sq. Ft.
$248
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This is more than just a home--it's a rare opportunity to own a fully upgraded mountain and lake-view retreat with exceptional short-term rental potential in the heart of the Watauga Lake area. Located just ¼ mile from marina access, this impressive 4,700+ square foot property offers a unique combination of size, flexibility, modern infrastructure, and breathtaking views that is rarely available in today's market. Designed to comfortably accommodate large groups, the spacious multi-level floor plan...This is more than just a home--it's a rare opportunity to own a fully upgraded mountain and lake-view retreat with exceptional short-term rental potential in the heart of the Watauga Lake area. Located just ¼ mile from marina access, this impressive 4,700+ square foot property offers a unique combination of size, flexibility, modern infrastructure, and breathtaking views that is rarely available in today's market. Designed to comfortably accommodate large groups, the spacious multi-level floor plan features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and expansive windows that capture stunning mountain and lake views. The home's versatile layout includes multiple gathering spaces, a custom-built bunk room ideal for maximizing guest capacity, and a lower-level entertaining area complete with a second kitchen--perfect for extended family stays, multi-generational living, or vacation rental guests. A major highlight is the brand-new 5-bedroom septic system, providing significantly expanded capacity and flexibility. Combined with the home's generous square footage and group-friendly design, the property offers outstanding potential as a high-capacity vacation rental, private retreat, or investment property. Extensive recent improvements make this home truly move-in and rental-ready, including a new roof, newly sanded and stained exterior with premium protective coating, fully renovated kitchens and bathrooms with high-end finishes, new flooring, lighting, plumbing, electrical updates, fresh interior paint, and the addition of a covered front porch. Additional upgrades include a Rinnai tankless water heater, Spectrum high-speed internet, and a whole-house generator, providing convenience, reliability, and peace of mind for owners and guests alike. Adding even more value, the property is listed below appraisal. Opportunities to own a property with this combination of size, sleeping capacity, updated systems, marina proximity, high-speed internet, and incredible views are extremely limited in the Watauga Lake market. Whether you're seeking a private mountain-lake getaway, a gathering place for family and friends, or an income-producing investment, this exceptional property delivers the scale, functionality, and flexibility that smaller homes simply cannot match.
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  1. Listed by Salvatore Malantonio • Berkshire Hathaway Greg Cox Real Estate

Property Details for 191 Bear Ridge Drive

Architectural Style
Cabin
View
Mountain(s)
Zoning
Res
Subdivision
Bear Ridge Estates
LISTING UPDATED: 06/16/2026 10:57 AM

Property Details for 191 Bear Ridge Drive

StatusActive
MLS #9996891
Days on Market12
Taxes$2,946 / year
HOA Fees$725 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2003
Lot Size1.54 AC / 67,082 SF
CountyCarter County

Location

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Building Information for 191 Bear Ridge Drive

Stories-Year Built2003Building Size-Lot Size1.54 AC / 67,082 SF

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Property Information for 191 Bear Ridge Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Butler
  • County: Carter
  • Directions: From Butler - Hwy 67, left on Piercetown Rd, right on Bear Ridge Dr, go thru gate straight up the hill. Property will be on your left. CODED SECURITY GATE
  • Latitude: 36.36
  • Longitude: -82.05
  • Postal Code: 37640
  • State Or Province: TN
  • Topography: Level, Sloped
  • MLS Area Major: 305 - Watauga Lake
  • MLS Area Minor: 305 - Watauga Lake
  • General Property Description : Zoning: Res
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 414
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 038p A 037.00
  • Association Fee: 725.0
  • General Property Description : Deed Book: 414
  • General Property Description : Deed Page: 760
  • Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
  • Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $2,945.73
  • General Property Description : HOA Fee: $725.00
School Information
  • High School: Unaka
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hampton
  • Elementary School: Hampton
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: see acerage
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 67,082.40
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.54
  • Lot Size Area: 1.54
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 4,733.00
  • Building Area Total: 4,733.00
  • General Property Description : Acres: 1.54
  • General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 2946.0
  • General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1787
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1159
  • SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 1787
  • SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 766
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Above Average
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Fiber Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Shared Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Interior Features: Soaking Tub
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Other
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.00
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • BedroomsTotal: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Fireplace : Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace : Living Room: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Attached, Circular Driveway
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Side Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Heating : Heat Pump: Central, Fireplace(s), Pellet Stove, Propane
  • Senior Community: No
  • Walls : Drywall: Yes
  • Roof : Shingle: Yes

Property History for 191 Bear Ridge Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9996891

$1,175,000—
Jun 5, 2026

Expired

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9981378

$1,099,000—
Apr 10, 2026

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9981378

$1,189,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2026

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9996891

$1,175,000
06/05/2026

Expired

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9981378

$1,099,000
04/10/2026

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9981378

$1,189,000

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

Public Records for 191 Bear Ridge Drive

Taxable ValueLand$38,000Additions$156,825Total$194,825
Tax Record2024$4,247 ($354 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,526 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,024 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt660 SqFtStories2Lot Size162,479 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000CountyCARTERAPN038P A 02300Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 191 Bear Ridge Drive

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

Unaka Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Unaka High School
Public9 to 12

Hunter Elementary School
PublicK to 8

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191 Bear Ridge Drive is a single family home for sale in Butler, TN 37640. This property was listed for sale on June 16, 2026 by Berkshire Hathaway Greg Cox Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,175,000. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on September 10, 2021. This listing's school district is Carter County School District. Nearby schools include Little Milligan, Unaka Elementary School and Unaka High School. 191 Bear Ridge Drive is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 4,733 sqft single family home built in 2003.

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