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260 Lakeside Lodge Lane

Spring City, TN 37381 · Rhea County

$2,500,000

$50,000 price increase · Oct 21

Beds
5
Baths
6.5
Sq ft
5,868
Acres
20.24
Built
2019

Listing courtesy of Blue Key Properties · MLS #1353659

Description

FLOAT THROUGH THE FOREST TO YOUR PRIVATE BOAT DOCK. Set high above the main channel of Watts Bar Lake on over 20 private, wooded acres, Lakeside Lodge is an extraordinary legacy estate, fully furnished and offering one of the most remarkable waterfront experiences in East Tennessee: a newly installed private passenger incline. Step aboard the gondola-style carriage and glide 300 feet beneath the forest canopy, arriving effortlessly at the expansive covered dock and the sparkling waters below. It is not simply lake access--it is an experience found nowhere else on Watts Bar. Built in 2019, the magnificent custom log residence, detached garage/separate guest apartment and new tiny home retreat total approximately 6272 sq feet of beautifully appointed living spaces. A long, wooded approach opens to a circular concrete drive, revealing an impressive timber-and-stone lodge surrounded by covered porches, handcrafted fountains and cascading water features. Inside the main home, soaring vaulted ceilings, massive, exposed beams and hand-scraped African mahogany floors establish a sense of warmth and craftsmanship from the moment you enter. The dramatic great room is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling, double-flued stone fireplace, while walls of glass frame breathtaking lake, mountain and sunset views. These views are not limited to one room--they accompany you throughout the home and continue across the expansive porches and outdoor living spaces. Designed for both gracious entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the chef's kitchen features granite countertops, a stone backsplash, generous cabinetry and a large gathering island. In the main home, multiple living areas to include four bedrooms suites, four full baths and one half bath provide abundant room for family and guests, while a handsome library, partially finished lower level with custom sauna and garage add to the property's exceptional versatility. Beyond the main house, the detached 2 car garage provides a private thousand sq ft studio apartment above with 1 bedroom and bath for multigenerational, guests or additional rental income. Known to vacation guests as ''Berl Inn Lodge''--a playful nod to the owners' German heritage--the property also boasts a luxury 3/1 tiny home, approximately 400 sq ft and fully furnished with an impressive, established history on VRBO. Its guest accommodations include a separate laundry house, Finnish sauna and outdoor shower. This extraordinary setting and memorable amenities offer the next owner the opportunity to continue a successful rental legacy or reserve the entire retreat exclusively for family and friends as the entire property is unrestricted. At the shoreline, the covered dock offers a front-row seat to the beauty of Watts Bar Lake, with expansive water, 24 ft, at summer pool,and approximately 16 ft in the winter at the dock, making this lake property truly year-round.. On the water, enjoy a local boating favorite tie-up, Sand Island, which is a five-minute lazy boat ride away along with four marinas and restaurants within 15 minutes. Charming Spring City is a 15-minute drive for shopping, groceries and medical.

Despite its remarkable privacy, the estate remains conveniently connected to East Tennessee's major destinations. Chattanooga and Knoxville are approximately 90 minutes away, Nashville is approximately 2.5 hours away, with the greater Atlanta area reachable in about 3 hours--placing this secluded lakefront retreat within comfortable reach of four major metropolitan markets. From the peaceful forest and handcrafted water features to the remarkable private incline and commanding lakefront setting, every element of this estate feels intentional and entirely unique Impossible to replicate, Lakeside Lodge is more than a waterfront home. It is a one-of-a-kind haven created to be enjoyed today and treasured for generations.

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Details

Home

Type
Residential · Single Family Residence
Style
1 1/2 Story
Year built
2019
Living area
5,868 sq ft
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
6 full, 1 half
Basement
Partially Finished, Slab
Garage
4-car
Parking
Attached, Detached, Basement, Main Level, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side

Interior

Rooms
Breakfast Room, 2nd Rec Room, Addl Living Quarter, Great Room, Bedroom Main Level, Basement Rec Room, Split Bedroom, Laundry/Utility, Den/Study, Workshop, Rough-in-Room, Family Room, Extra Storage, Mstr Bdrm Main Level, Sunroom, Office
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Dryer, Gas Range
Features
Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchen Island, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Also
Washer/Dryer Connect, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Shower, Kitchen Island, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Trey Ceiling, Storm Shelter

Exterior

Construction
Block, Log, Wood Siding
Architecture
Log, Craftsman
Porch & patio
Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Covered, Patio, Porch - Screened
Fencing
Privacy
Other structures
Storage, Workshop, Guest House

Land

Lot size
20.24 acres
Lot
Waterfront, Rolling Slope, Private, River, Lake/Water Access
Views
Lake, Mountain View, Country Setting
Deed restrictions
None
Permitted use
Overnight or permanent

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic
Heating
Central, Heat Pump, Propane, Electric, Passive Solar

Listing

MLS #
1353659
Status
Active
On market
60 days
Listed
Aug 29, 2026
Finances
Property tax
County only
Outside city limits
HOA
None
No association dues
Price per sq ft
$426
5,868 sq ft

Price history

Oct 21, 2026
Price increase
$2,500,000 +$50,000
Before
Listed
$2,450,000

Accepted

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  • Other
  • Conventional

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Location
County
Rhea
ZIP
37381

Drive times

  • Watts Bar Lake 15 min
  • Athens 60 min
  • Crossville 60 min
  • Lenoir City 60 min
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Listing courtesy of Blue Key Properties. Listings courtesy of East Tennessee Realtors. Presented by Realty Executives Associates, (865) 983-0011. MLS # 1353659.