Over 17 acres of unrestricted paradise with 270 degree sweeping mountain and pastoral vistas, primary home with in-ground heated pool, guest house, barns, and multiple garages. Welcome home to 4861 Dry Hill Rd.! Designed with retirement in mind, you will immediately appreciate the gentle paved access all the way to the attached garage and the fact that all necessities are on the main level. The home is laid out in a way that the moment you enter, your eyes are drawn through the beautiful and open living space, across the pool and patio, and into the pastures framed by the gorgeous mountains and farmland of east TN. Having hosted up to 40 alpacas at a time, this farm is ready for your livestock with shade sheds, automatic waterers, and a spacious barn (3,000 sq. ft.) that can be easily configured to meet all of your needs. For the hobbyist or collector, an oversized 3 car garage (1,728 sq. ft.) in the driveway makes the perfect place for those cars, toys, or a fantastic workshop. With 3 beds and 2.5 baths on the main level of the primary home, the only stairs to navigate are to the office/bonus room above the garage. Fiber optic connectivity ensures that those who will continue to work from home have no issue, while the shimmer of sunlight reflecting off of the pool ensures that you won’t forget to unwind and enjoy at a decent hour. Steps away from the primary home is the 1/1 guest house, a lovely cottage with a spacious covered deck overlooking the sights and perfect for aging parents, adult children who need some independence, or a great option for giving a little privacy to visitors. Located within a golf cart ride of the Vineyard at Watauga Lake and the Mercantile, entertaining and all three meals can be enjoyed either at home or by utilizing the nearby amenities. Also literal minutes from the newly improved public boat ramp at Sink Valley, giving you quick and easy access to one of the nations cleanest and most gorgeous lakes for relaxation and enjoyment. Why settle for a house and a yard when you can have a true estate with space to pursue all of your dreams and passions? Dreaming of a family compound? There is ample opportunity for additional homesites with their own incredible views and privacy. Come and enjoy the freedom of one of the worlds most beautiful areas, with the great allure of no state income tax. Every detail has been thought through for you right down to the whole house generator. Come and see one of the most spectacular properties in the region and make 4861 Dry Hill part of your family legacy! Take time to watch the video tour and book your showing today!
- Swimming Pool:
- In Ground, Heated
- Heating System:
- Heat Pump, Electric
- Cooling System:
- Central Air, Heat Pump
- Basement:
- Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Fence:
- Pasture
- Fireplace:
- Stone, Gas Log, Living Room
- Patio:
- Covered, Front Porch, Rear Patio, Deck, See Remarks
- Parking:
- Asphalt, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Detached, RV Access/Parking
- Exterior Features:
- Garden, See Remarks
- Fireplaces Total:
- 1
- Flooring:
- Hardwood, Carpet, Slate
- Interior Features:
- Primary Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Utility Sink, Whirlpool, Kitchen/Dining Combo
- Laundry Features:
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
- Sewer:
- Septic Tank
- Utilities:
- Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Propane
- Window Features:
- Double Pane Windows
- Architectural Style:
- Craftsman, Contemporary
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Country:
- US
- State:
- TN
- County:
- Johnson
- City:
- Butler
- Subdivision:
- Not In Subdivision
- Zipcode:
- 37640
- Street:
- Dry Hill
- Street Number:
- 4861
- Street Suffix:
- Road
- Longitude:
- W82° 1' 43.7''
- Latitude:
- N36° 19' 29.5''
- Directions:
- From HWY 321: take Greggs Branch to the end and turn right onto Buntontown, crossing Pioneer Bridge and turning left. Continue until a left on Dry Hill Rd. at the Vineyard and before the Mercantile. In 0.7 miles turn left on Mealcamp Rd. In 0.7 miles the driveway will be on your right.
- Mls Area Major:
- 305 - Watauga Lake
- Zoning:
- None
- Elementary School:
- Roan Creek
- High School:
- Johnson Co
- Middle School:
- Johnson Co
- Courtesy of:
- Boone Real Estate
- Construction Materials:
- Wood Siding, Brick
- Foundation Details:
- Block
- Garage:
- 5.0
- Levels:
- Two
- Lot Features:
- Pasture
- Lot Size Dimensions:
- See acres
- On Market Date:
- 2026-04-16
- Water Source:
- Public
- Association Amenities:
- Landscaping
- Attached Garage Yn:
- 1
- Building Size:
- 3518
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 31562
- List Office Mls Id:
- 1116
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-04-16T23:33:32Z
- Originating System Name:
- TVR
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-04-16T23:24:15Z
Residential For Sale
4861 Dry Hill Road, Butler, Tennessee 37640
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- MLS ID :
- 9994010
- Price :
- $1,199,000
- View :
- Mountain(s)
- Bedrooms :
- 4
- Bathrooms :
- 4
- Half Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 2,888 Sqft
- Lot Area :
- 17.83 Acre
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 3
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Shingle, Asphalt