Property 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 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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Features
Heating System:
Central, Propane, Fireplace(s), Pellet Stove
Cooling System:
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Basement:
Full, Finished
Fence:
Back Yard
Fireplace:
Gas Log, Living Room
Patio:
Front Porch, Porch, Deck, Back, Side Porch
Parking:
Asphalt, Attached, Circular Driveway
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet, Other, Luxury Vinyl
Interior Features:
Soaking Tub
Laundry Features:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Utilities:
Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Fiber Available
Architectural Style:
Cabin
Appliances
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Washer, Trash Compactor
Address Map
Country:
US
State:
TN
County:
Carter
City:
Butler
Subdivision:
Bear Ridge Estates
Zipcode:
37640
Street:
Bear Ridge
Street Number:
191
Street Suffix:
Drive
Longitude:
W83° 56' 49.4''
Latitude:
N36° 21' 24.2''
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
Mls Area Major:
305 - Watauga Lake
Zoning:
Res
Neighborhood
Elementary School:
Hampton
High School:
Unaka
Middle School:
Hampton
Additional Information
Courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway Greg Cox Real Estate
Community Features:
Gated
Construction Materials:
Wood Siding
Garage:
2.0
Levels:
Two
Lot Size Dimensions:
see acerage
On Market Date:
2026-06-16
Water Source:
Shared Well
Attached Garage Yn:
1
Building Size:
4733
Financial
Association Fee:
725.0
Association Fee Frequency:
Annually
Association Yn:
1
Listing Information
List Agent Mls Id:
3489
List Office Mls Id:
304
Listing Term:
Cash,Conventional
Mls Status:
Active
Modification Timestamp:
2026-06-16T14:57:49Z
Originating System Name:
TVR
Status Change Timestamp:
2026-06-16T14:48:48Z

Residential For Sale

191 Bear Ridge Drive, Butler, Tennessee 37640

5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
4,733 Sqft
$1,175,000
MLS ID #9996891
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential
Listing Type :
For Sale
MLS ID :
9996891
Price :
$1,175,000
View :
Mountain(s)
Bedrooms :
5
Bathrooms :
3
Square Footage :
4,733 Sqft
Lot Area :
1.54 Acre
Status :
Active
Full Bathrooms :
3
Property Sub Type :
Single Family Residence
Roof:
Shingle
Agent info
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