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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.
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About Elk River Estates
Elk River Estates is a waterfront community at Watauga Lake in Carter County, Tennessee, offering direct lakefront access, private boat slips, and a community boat ramp. Residents enjoy panoramic lake and mountain views with underground utilities and paved roads throughout the development. With a community water system and a modest $500 annual HOA fee, Elk River Estates provides an accessible ent...
Features
Interior Features
AC: Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Fireplace(s), Propane
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
Fireplace: Brick, Gas Log, Living Room
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Interior Features: Balcony, Bar, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Primary Downstairs, Remodeled
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block
Parking Features: Concrete, Parking Pad
Porch/Patio/Deck: Back, Rear Patio, Deck, Side Porch, Covered, Balcony
Exterior Features: Balcony, Dock
Property Features
View: Mountain(s), Water
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Shared Well
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Fiber Available
Structure Type: House
Community Features: Other
Property Condition: Above Average
Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges, Lake Front
Easements: Flood Zone
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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
Location
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Donaven & Christie Braun
The Braun Group · Fathom Realty TN LLC
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MLS #9996481 · Jessica Harkness · Foundation Realty Group · Listed 2026-06-06
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