951 Carson Springs Road

Closed 4/8/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$659,000

6 beds5 baths3,688 sqft

951 Carson Springs Rd, Newport, TN 37821

Single FamilyProperty Type

8.3 acresLot Size

1940Year Built

$179/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Bonnie Brae Cabin - A Historic Log Home in the Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Newport, TN, the historic 1917 Bonnie Brae Cabin is a rare chance to own a beautifully restored piece of Tennessee history. This inviting mountain retreat crafted with American chestnut trees harvested directly from the property, offers warmth and timeless appeal, blending historic character with modern comforts. The home is approximately 3,688 sq.ft. under...Bonnie Brae Cabin - A Historic Log Home in the Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Newport, TN, the historic 1917 Bonnie Brae Cabin is a rare chance to own a beautifully restored piece of Tennessee history. This inviting mountain retreat crafted with American chestnut trees harvested directly from the property, offers warmth and timeless appeal, blending historic character with modern comforts. The home is approximately 3,688 sq.ft. under roof and offers 6BR/5BA, city water and sewer. The main cabin features 4BR/3BA, while the attached apartment has 2BR/2BA with a kitchen/den combo, ideal for guests, extended family, rental income, or an in-law suite. PLEASE take the time to study the pictures we have provided, and you will see the quality craftsmanship and love that went into this home right down to the handpicked granite counters! Please keep in mind that this home is fully furnished and ready to move in! This log home exudes authentic charm with a welcoming front porch, overlooking a peaceful year-round creek. Bonnie Brae has hosted notable visitors including President Harry S. Truman, Gov. Ben W. Hooper, Gov. Austin L. Peay of TN, Newton D. Baker, U. S. Secretary of War, Chief Justice Grafton Green of the U. S. Supreme Court, Minnie Pearl, Grand Ole Opry comedian, and Tennessee Earnie Ford, legendary entertainer, adding rich history to this unique property. If only the hand-hewn logs could talk.... Currently enrolled in a successful short-term rental program, the property provides excellent income potential with space for future expansion such as additional cabins, tiny homes, or outbuildings supporting flexibility for growth or multi-family use. Ideally located, the property is just a short drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Douglas Lake, placing world-class recreation, dining, and entertainment within easy reach. Whether you're seeking a distinctive private retreat for family and friends, a historic showpiece, or a proven short-term rental investment, the Bonnie Brae Cabin stands as a truly exceptional offering in East Tennessee. Appointment only to see this home. Please plan ahead and make an appointment. Call today to check the schedule.

Listed by: Mark Jackson • Jackson Real Estate & Auction

Listing closed: 04/08/2026 01:00 AM • Source: Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 9988951

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951 Carson Springs Rd

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Property Information for 951 Carson Springs Road

Property Details

Taxes: $1,669 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Cocke County
Architectural Style: Log
Waterfront: No
Zoning: R-1
Subdivision: Not Listed

Building Information

Year Built: 1940
Lot Size: 8.30 AC / 361,548 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Newport
County: Cocke

Directions: From I-40 exit 432 take Clevenger Cutoff (on the west side of the interstate) 6/10 a mile and turn right onto Carson Springs. Go 2.7 miles and property is on right. See sign.
Latitude: 35.93
Longitude: -83.27
Postal Code: 37821
State Or Province: TN
Topography: Wooded
MLS Area Major: 208 - Cocke County
MLS Area Minor: 208 - Cocke County
General Property Description : Zoning: R-1

Taxes and HOA Information

Tax Annual Amount: $1,651.00
Association: No

Parcel Number: 063l A 001.00&002.00
Association Fee: 0.0
Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $1,669.12

School Information

High School: Out Of Area
Middle Or Junior School: Out Of Area

Elementary School: Out Of Area

Parking

Attached Garage: No

Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Dimensions: IRR
Lot Size Square Feet: 361,548.00

Lot Size Acres: 8.3
Lot Features: Back Yard, Private, Secluded, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 8.30
Lot Size Units: Acres
Living Area: 3,688.00
Building Area Total: 3,688.00
Living Area Source: Assessor
Living Area Units: Square Feet
General Property Description : Acres: 8.30
General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 3688.0
General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0
SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 3688
SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 0
SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0

Property and Assessments

Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence

Year Built: 1940
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type Label: Residential
New Construction: No
Existing Finance : Conventional: Yes

Utilities

Utilities: Water Available
Sewer: Public Sewer

Water Source: Other

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

# Fireplaces: 1
Cooling: Central Air

Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.00
Basement: Crawl Space
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms Total: 13
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
Bathrooms Total Notational: 5.00
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Fireplace: Yes
BedroomsTotal: 6
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Half: 0
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace : Gas Log: Yes

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Other
Construction Materials: Log, Stone, Wood Siding, Other

Parking Features: Other
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Heating : Heat Pump: Central, Forced Air
Senior Community: No
PoolPrivate: No
Roof : Shingle: Yes

Property History for 951 Carson Springs Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Apr 8, 2026	Closed REALTRACS #3057648	$659,000	—
Apr 8, 2026	Closed Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9988951	$659,000	—
Apr 8, 2026	Closed Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777	$659,000	—
Apr 8, 2026	Closed KAARMLS #1323399	$659,000	—
Feb 27, 2026	Contract - Not Showing Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777		—
Feb 27, 2026	Contract - Showing Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777		—
Feb 27, 2026	Contract - Not Showing Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9988951		—
Feb 27, 2026	Contract - Not Showing REALTRACS #3057648		—
Feb 27, 2026	Contract - Showing REALTRACS #3057648		—
Feb 27, 2026	Contract - Not Showing KAARMLS #1323399		—
Dec 3, 2025	Listed (Active) REALTRACS #3057648	$679,900	—
Dec 3, 2025	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1323399	$679,900	—
Dec 3, 2025	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777	$679,900	—
Dec 3, 2025	Listed (Active) Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9988951	$679,900	—
Feb 6, 2013	Expired KAARMLS #811654		—
Aug 6, 2012	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #811654	$189,900	—
Jul 31, 2012	Expired KAARMLS #768943		—
Aug 1, 2011	Withdrawn KAARMLS #768942		—
Jul 31, 2011	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #768942	$189,900	—
Jul 31, 2011	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #768943	$189,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
04/08/2026	Closed REALTRACS #3057648	$659,000
04/08/2026	Closed Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9988951	$659,000
04/08/2026	Closed Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777	$659,000
04/08/2026	Closed KAARMLS #1323399	$659,000
02/27/2026	Contract - Not Showing Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777	—
02/27/2026	Contract - Showing Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777	—
02/27/2026	Contract - Not Showing Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9988951	—
02/27/2026	Contract - Not Showing REALTRACS #3057648	—
02/27/2026	Contract - Showing REALTRACS #3057648	—
02/27/2026	Contract - Not Showing KAARMLS #1323399	—
12/03/2025	Listed (Active) REALTRACS #3057648	$679,900
12/03/2025	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #1323399	$679,900
12/03/2025	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1524777	$679,900
12/03/2025	Listed (Active) Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9988951	$679,900
02/06/2013	Expired KAARMLS #811654	—
08/06/2012	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #811654	$189,900
07/31/2012	Expired KAARMLS #768943	—
08/01/2011	Withdrawn KAARMLS #768942	—
07/31/2011	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #768942	$189,900
07/31/2011	Listed (Active) KAARMLS #768943	$189,900

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

Public records

951 Carson Springs Road

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

3,688 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,688 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

361,548 SqFt

Schools near 951 Carson Springs Road

This home is within Cocke County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	Edgemont Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	2.5 mi
5/10	Cocke County High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	4.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	Edgemont Elementary School PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	2.5 mi
5/10	Cocke County High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	4.5 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 951 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	$659,000	6	5	3,688	361,548
945 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	$25,000	–	–	–	26,136
954 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	$22,200	–	2	1,440	17,424
1005 Carson Springs Loop, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	–	–	17,860
1010 Carson Springs Loop, Newport, TN 37821	$79,900	–	2	1,435	9,148
960 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	–	1,064	31,799
965 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	$192,000	3	1	1,350	5,662
934 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	–	–	17,860
1027 Carson Springs Loop, Newport, TN 37821	$170,000	3	2	1,188	8,712
1035 Carson Springs Loop, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	1	1,090	20,038
1031 Carson Springs Loop, Newport, TN 37821	$3,600	–	1	780	6,534
1012 Animal Way, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	2	1,056	17,424
1040 Animal Way, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	–	770	69,696
930 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	$30,000	–	–	–	189,922
971 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821	–	–	1	1,445	21,344
1224 Spruce Lane, Newport, TN 37821	$35,000	2	1	1,036	–

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