1801 Grouse Top Rd

Connect to the outdoors and relax in this beautiful mountain home. Located in Saddle Ridge, a gated subdivision of over 1200 acres, divided into 234 lots (per HOA Winter 2018 newsletter), each 5+ acres. There are 70+ residences, with the majority occupied year round. Residents live surrounded by forested natural beauty: on ridge tops with spectacular views of Chilhowee mountain and the Smokies; in shady ''hollers'' bursting with color from seasonal wildflowers and fall foliage, and along peacefully flowing creeks. Saddle Ridge features large parcel homesites with over 20 miles of private gravel roads in the foothills of East Tennessee, just off East Miller's Cove Road in Walland, approximately 12 miles southeast of Maryville, 14 miles to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance at Townsend, and 28 miles southeast of Knoxville. The newest section of the Foothills Parkway, which opened November 10, 2018, is nearby and provides some of the most spectacular scenery and views of the Smokies anywhere! This exceptional property features a private mountain setting with plenty of outdoor entertainment area including a covered porch running the length of the house, a huge open rear deck that also runs the length of the house, a splendid oversized 28'x28' two (2)-car garage featuring a tongue and groove wood ceiling. There are 3 large bedrooms on the upper level including the master with ensuite bath plus another full bathroom at the landing. There is a 3rd full bath on the main level near the laundry and side entry (perfect for returning from those hunting, fishing, or hiking trips). The main level features a large open concept with the living room, dining area, kitchen island eat-in area, and the kitchen, plus rear deck and front porch access. There is a wood burning stove in the living area for that warm cabin ambiance on chilly Fall or cold Winter days. On the main level there is also a sitting/library room, and a study/office. The sitting room and study both feature built-in shelves and desk, crown molding, sliding pocket doors with overhead transoms. This home features many beautiful extra touches including Pella wood and aluminum clad windows, solid wood flooring and staircases, and tile in the basement and wet areas. The lower level is expansive and provides a 2nd family room with access to the side yard and woods beyond. There are also two (2) well sized interior rooms, one of which has a walk-in cedar closet. A mechanical room and one car garage/shop round out the interior space. New HVAC Oct. 2023. If your heart yearns to be surrounded by forested natural beauty in the Smoky Mountains and its four-season splendor, Saddle Ridge is the place for you! Community areas include a small lake with excellent fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. There is also a community owned area which is used as a gathering place for the community . For more information go to http://www.saddleridgepoa.com Buyer and/or Buyers agent to verify sq.ft., all measurement and information.