Property Description

LUXURY LAKEFRONT RETREAT ON WATAUGA LAKE!! Welcome to the ultimate lakefront retreat on beautiful Watauga Lake. Nestled in the highly desirable Elk River Estates, this fully furnished waterfront home offers an incredible combination of luxury, comfort, privacy, and outdoor living. Situated on 3.83 acres, the property stretches across the lake to the opposite shoreline, creating a truly rare and remarkable setting. Designed for enjoying lake life year-round, the property features a covered boat dock complete with a power lift and five jet ski lifts, all tucked within a quiet cove with year-round water access. A gentle walk from the home leads directly to the shoreline, making it easy to spend your days boating, swimming, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water. The outdoor entertaining space is exceptional, offering a fire pit area, dining and sitting space, covered patio, covered back Trex decking, and an additional side deck – all positioned to capture the breathtaking lake and mountain views. Inside, the home welcomes you with soaring vaulted ceilings, warm wood walls and ceiling, and an abundance of windows that fill the open living space with natural light while showcasing the stunning scenery. The spacious living room centers around a beautiful brick fireplace with gas logs and flows seamlessly into the kitchen and oversized dining area with elegant trey ceilings. The fully equipped kitchen is designed for entertaining and features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, built-in microwave and oven, a large island with a gas cooktop, and bar seating. The main level also includes a laundry room, half bath, and an impressive primary suite complete with trey ceilings, walk-in closet, double vanity, and French doors leading directly to the deck overlooking the lake. Upstairs offers spacious accommodations for family and guests with three large bedrooms, including one with its own private walk-out balcony and two full bathrooms. The finished basement is an entertainer’s dream with a massive recreational area, kitchenette, granite countertops, oversized island with bar seating, and French doors opening to the lower patio and lakefront setting. Additional unfinished rooms provide abundant storage or potential for expanded living space. The property also includes access to a private community boat ramp and is conveniently located just a short drive to Boone, NC. Whether you are searching for a luxury vacation getaway, investment property, or full-time waterfront residence, this extraordinary lakefront property delivers the very best of East Tennessee living. Buyer/buyer’s agent to verify all info.

Features
Heating System:
Heat Pump, Central, Propane, Fireplace(s)
Cooling System:
Central Air, Heat Pump
Basement:
Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Fireplace:
Brick, Gas Log, Living Room
Patio:
Covered, Rear Patio, Deck, Back, Side Porch, Balcony
Parking:
Concrete, Parking Pad
Exterior Features:
Balcony, Dock
Fireplaces Total:
1
Flooring:
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
Interior Features:
Primary Downstairs, Bar, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Balcony, Remodeled
Laundry Features:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Utilities:
Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Fiber Available
Waterfront Features:
Lake Front, Lake Privileges
Window Features:
Double Pane Windows
Architectural Style:
Craftsman
Appliances
Appliances:
Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Refigerator, Washer, Built-In Electric Oven, Disposal, Cooktop
Address Map
Country:
US
State:
TN
County:
Carter
City:
Butler
Subdivision:
Elk River Estates
Zipcode:
37640
Street:
Cable Hollow
Street Number:
285
Street Suffix:
Road
Longitude:
W82° 0' 12.8''
Latitude:
N36° 17' 27.3''
Directions:
From Hampton, take Hwy 321, turn right to continue on Hwy 321, turn left onto Cable Hollow Road, house is one the left at the end of the road (shared driveway), see sign
Mls Area Major:
314 - Carter County
Zoning:
Residential
Neighborhood
Elementary School:
Little Milligan
High School:
Hampton
Middle School:
Little Milligan
Additional Information
Courtesy of:
Foundation Realty Group
Construction Materials:
Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details:
Block
Levels:
Three Or More
Lot Size Dimensions:
See Acres
On Market Date:
2026-06-06
Stories:
2
Water Source:
Shared Well
Association Amenities:
Spa/Hot Tub
Building Size:
4920
Financial
Association Fee:
500.0
Association Fee Frequency:
Annually
Association Yn:
1
Listing Information
List Agent Mls Id:
32389
List Office Mls Id:
1233
Listing Term:
Cash,Conventional,FHA,Indiv/Seller Financing,VA Loan
Mls Status:
Active
Modification Timestamp:
2026-06-06T16:00:52Z
Originating System Name:
TVR
Status Change Timestamp:
2026-06-06T15:52:02Z

Residential For Sale

285 Cable Hollow Road, Butler, Tennessee 37640

4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
4,595 Sqft
$1,975,000
MLS ID #9996481
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential
Listing Type :
For Sale
MLS ID :
9996481
Price :
$1,975,000
View :
Water,Mountain(s)
Bedrooms :
4
Bathrooms :
5
Half Bathrooms :
1
Square Footage :
4,595 Sqft
Lot Area :
3.83 Acre
Status :
Active
Full Bathrooms :
4
Property Sub Type :
Single Family Residence
Roof:
Shingle
Waterfront Yn :
1
Agent info
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