Perched upon one of the highest points in Townsend, Mineral Springs is located in the gated community of Laurel Valley, on a private gated cul-de-sac that borders the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This unparalleled location offers layers of spectacular mountain views in all directions, including Laurel Lake, Wild Laurel Golf Course, Tuckaleechee Valley, and the Smoky Mountains into North Carolina. Ace Gap Trail is adjacent to this property boundary, providing the rare opportunity to walk out of your front door and hike into Cades Cove or any other location in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is also in very in close proximity to Knoxville, Maryville, and the Interstate system. Fly into the Knoxville Airport and you can be on your back deck in thirty minutes or less. The open floor plan maximize the panoramic views from the spacious great room with floor to ceiling windows and massive stone fireplace, dining area, and gourmet's kitchen that has professional grade stainless appliances, custom cabinetry, farm sink, granite countertops , breakfast bar, and large walk-in pantry. A new roof, Hardie board siding, stone, and Trex decking on two levels, make this a low maintenance property, constructed of the highest quality building materials. The Primary Suite, located on the main level, has large walk-in closets, a spacious bathroom with walk-in shower and whirlpool tub overlooking the entire valley, and a private screened porch. There is also a study, complete with high speed cable WiFi, so you can conduct any necessary business while at your private retreat. Downstairs, you will find three additional bedrooms, all offering en suite bathrooms providing ample space for family and guests to enjoy an unforgettable experience in the Smokies. This area is accessed by both interior stairwell and an elevator. An authentic Irish Pub bar from the 1800's was imported from Ireland and incorporated into the spacious den, which doubles as a living room and media/game room, with a second stone gas fireplace. Other features include a whole house generator, tankless instant hot water heaters, both public and well water, and a private work shop. The Wild Laurel Golf Course is located within the Laurel Valley Community, offering a scenic 18-hole golf course, tavern, swimming pool, and 24-hour fitness center within three minutes of your home. Townsend offers shopping, restaurants, the Little River, hiking and cycling trails, and also serves as the Cade's Cove entrance into the National Park.
Listing courtesy of Parkside Realty Services.
Agent: Chad Rochelle | crochelle@comcast.net
Office: Parkside Realty Services | (865) 448-1720