28 Bussell Rd

Carthage, TN 37030

$1,895,000
Price
5
Beds
3,277 Sq. Ft.
$578 / Sq. Ft.
3,277
Sq. Ft.
$578
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to a rare Middle Tennessee legacy property offering 142.91 acres across three parcels of rolling countryside, privacy, and opportunity. With extensive road frontage and natural divisions, the land offers excellent potential for subdivision, multiple homesites, or a secluded multi-generational family compound. Several soil sites have already been identified, with potential for more—making this property development-ready while preserving its peaceful setting. For over a decade, the estate has...Welcome to a rare Middle Tennessee legacy property offering 142.91 acres across three parcels of rolling countryside, privacy, and opportunity. With extensive road frontage and natural divisions, the land offers excellent potential for subdivision, multiple homesites, or a secluded multi-generational family compound. Several soil sites have already been identified, with potential for more—making this property development-ready while preserving its peaceful setting. For over a decade, the estate has operated as a full-time, profitable bed & breakfast and wedding venue, known as Butterfly Hollow. Its established reputation and serene environment create a turnkey opportunity for continued hospitality income, event hosting, or use as a private retreat. The property includes two distinctive site-built homes:

• Historic Farmhouse (Originally 1899 | Rebuilt 2000) — Reconstructed using reclaimed lumber from the original structure plus poplar and cedar logs harvested from the property. Offers 2,245 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, and 3 full baths with timeless character and modern comfort. Offers 2,245 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, and 3 full baths with timeless character and modern comfort • Modern Log-Style Home (Built 2017) — Built with precast concrete logs for durability and efficiency, featuring white northern pine interior walls and bamboo flooring for an upscale rustic feel. Enjoy abundant wildlife, established gardens, scenic walking trails, and unmatched tranquility tucked away in its own hollow. Conveniently located less than 50 minutes from Nashville, this one-of-a-kind estate blends seclusion, income potential, and long-term investment value. Live here. Host here. Invest here. Create your legacy here.
  1. Listed by Colby McKinney • Underwood Hometown Realty, LLC

Property Details for 28 Bussell Road

Subdivision Name
n/a
View
Valley
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/22/2026 09:13 PM

Property Details for 28 Bussell Road

StatusActive
MLS #3156233
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,130 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size142.91 AC / 6,225,159 SF
CountySmith County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Underwood Hometown Realty, LLC, Colby McKinney (615.489.0572)
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Building Information for 28 Bussell Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size142.91 AC / 6,225,159 SF

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Property Information for 28 Bussell Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From I-40 E exit 254, turn right on Alexandria Hwy, then immediately left on New Middleton Hwy. Go .5 miles and turn left on Mulherrin Rd. Go 1 mile and turn right onto Dyers Branch Road and go 2.6 miles and turn right on Bussell Lane.
  • Elementary School: New Middleton Elementary
  • High School: Gordonsville High School
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gordonsville High School
  • Mlg Can View: Yes
  • Topography: Private,Rolling Slope
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: .00
  • Parking Total: .00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Condo Coop Association YN: No
Property
Building Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Wood
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Private, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 062 05200 000
  • Lot Size Area: 142.91
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Materials: Log, Other
  • Documents Count: 7
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Attached: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built Details: Existing
Utilities
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Water Available
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Bedroom Information
  • Main Level Beds: 2
Exterior Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Exterior Features: No Dock
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Garage: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered, Deck, Patio, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • View YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13x12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15x12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15x13
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15x13
  • Room Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15x12
  • Room Features: Bedroom 5
  • Room Type: Other Room

Property History for 28 Bussell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

REALTRACS #3156230

$1,895,000—
Mar 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

REALTRACS #3156233

$1,895,000—
Dec 9, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #484128114

$521,530—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/22/2026

Listed (Active)

REALTRACS #3156230

$1,895,000
03/22/2026

Listed (Active)

REALTRACS #3156233

$1,895,000
12/09/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #484128114

$521,530

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

Public Records for 28 Bussell Road

Taxable ValueLand$13,725Additions$51,500Total$65,225
Tax Record2025$1,130 ($94 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,427 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,427 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,795,245 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1900Year Renovated2010CountySMITHAPN062 05200

Schools near 28 Bussell Road

This home is within Smith County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carthage Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Smith County Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Smith County High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Carthage Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Smith County Middle School
Public5 to 8

Smith County High School
Public9 to 12

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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More information about 28 Bussell Road, Carthage, TN 37030

28 Bussell Road is a single family home for sale in Carthage, TN 37030. This property was listed for sale on March 22, 2026 by Underwood Hometown Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $1,895,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on December 9, 2014. This listing's school district is Smith County School District. Nearby schools include Carthage Elementary School, Smith County Middle School and Smith County High School. 28 Bussell Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 3,277 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of Underwood Hometown Realty, LLC, Colby McKinney (615.489.0572)

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