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144 Parksville Road , Benton, TN 37307

Sold: 960000
Sold on: May 1st, 2026
$ Per Square Foot: $208
Sold: 960000
Sold on: May 1st, 2026
$ Per Square Foot: $208
BEDS5 BATHS5 full SQUARE FEET4,620 MLS#3191094
STATUSClosed PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family


Property Description

A historic country estate with two distinct dwellings at the base of the Cherokee National Forest. A rare opportunity awaits at 144 Parksville Road, a country estate on just over eight acres featuring two dwellings a stately four-bedroom main house and a fairytale storybook cottage currently operating as a successful short-term rental, known on Instagram as @benwoodgardens. Whether you continue its rental legacy or transform it into the perfect mother-in-law suite, this property offers versatility and timeless appeal. Originally built as a summer retreat for the Knox family of Cleveland, Tennessee, the main residence is a distinguished four-bedroom, three-bath home that blends historic character with thoughtful updates. Inside, a gentlemen's study, formal dining hall, and breakfast room flow beautifully throughout the home. The kitchen's wood-burning fireplace invites cozy mornings, while a second fireplace in the study adds warmth and charm. The storybook cottage, tucked quietly among the trees, was featured in Domino Magazine and will soon appear on Homeworthy for a full house tour adding to its growing acclaim. It conveys fully furnished, offering a truly turn-key opportunity for continued short-term rental success or as a private guest retreat. Outdoors, you'll find a metal barn, chicken coop, fruit orchard, and a small fenced animal paddock with a custom duck house perfect for those dreaming of a mini farm or simply embracing country living. With just over eight acres bordering the Cherokee National Forest, there's endless room to explore, ride horses, and enjoy the beauty of the Ocoee region. Just minutes from Parksville Lake and the Ocoee River, and 36 miles from Blue Ridge, Georgia, this extraordinary property offers the best of East Tennessee living a rare blend of history, charm, and natural beauty.

Property Features

Basement: Partially Finished
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Days on Market: 176
Fireplaces: 2
Heating: Electric
Lot Size: 8.30 Acres
Roof Type: Shingle
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $3,118
Year Built: 1947

Amenities

High Ceilings

Feature Descriptions

Appliances: Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood, Other
Lot: Sloped, Wooded
Parcel#: 076 01601 000
Parking: Concrete, Driveway, Gravel
Parking Notes: Concrete, Driveway, Gravel
Patio/Porch: Deck, Covered, Porch
Sewer: Septic Tank
Topography: Sloped, Wooded
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Water: Public

Listed By / Sold By

Listed By

Agency Name: Compass Group Realty LLC
Agency Phone: 4235845577

Shown By

Agent Name: Gina Laster
Agent Phone: (731) 487-3411
Agency Title: Crye-Leike Real Estate Services

Sold By

Agency Name: Compass Group Realty LLC
Agency Phone: 4235845577
Agent Name: PJ McKay

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