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Is pricing a home higher a good strategy?

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What improvements should be made before selling a home?

Focus on high-ROI (Return on Investment) updates. These often include a fresh coat of neutral paint, addressing any deferred maintenance or minor repairs, enhancing curb appeal with landscaping, and professional cleaning and staging. We provide specific, tailored recommendations for your property to ensure you invest only in improvements that will directly contribute to a higher sale price and faster sale.

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How long does it take to sell a home in Knoxville, TN?

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Is it a good time to sell a home?

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Does timing matter when selling a home?

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The market is constantly changing. Instead of a generic answer, we provide a free, customized East Tennessee market report tailored to your specific neighborhood and property type. This report includes current statistics on sales, inventory, and pricing trends to give you a clear and accurate picture of the market as it relates to you.

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240 / 244 Stone Fence Lane, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 - Chris Ball Properties

$3,050,000

TWO SIDE-BY-SIDE CABINS + EXTRA LOT | MOUNTAIN & ANAKEESTA VIEWS 240 + 244 STONE FENCE | GATLINBURG, TN 2 Cabins + Extra Lot | 1 Acre | 12 Bedrooms | 12.5 Baths | Sleeps 52 | 15 Parking Spaces | Fully Furnished | Turnkey A rare opportunity to own two side-by-side luxury… Read More cabins plus an extra lot on one acre in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. 240 and 244 Stone Fence -- Bigger Bear Views Lodge and Big Bear Views Lodge -- offer a combined 12 bedrooms, accommodations for 52 guests, 15 parking spaces, mountain and Anakeesta views, all minutes from downtown Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Both cabins were built in 2020 and are being sold fully furnished and turnkey. Operate them as two individual short-term rentals, market them together for large groups, or do both. 240 STONE FENCE | BIGGER BEAR VIEWS LODGE 7 Bedrooms | 7.5 Baths | Sleeps 30 | 8 Parking Spaces Built for large groups, 240 Stone Fence features an open living area with hardwood floors, large windows, a stacked-stone fireplace, and a double kitchen with double stainless-steel appliances, 2 prep islands, and 3 dining tables. All 7 bedrooms have their own fireplace and smart TV. The sleeping setup includes 5 king beds, 4 queen-over-queen bunks, and 2 queen sleeper sofas. Entertainment includes 2 game rooms with arcade games, air hockey, and a pool table, plus a private theater with a 75-inch smart TV, surround sound, and theater seating. Two covered decks overlook the Smoky Mountains and Anakeesta and include 15 rocking chairs, a hot tub with smart TV, and 2 charcoal grills. The flat paved driveway provides 8 parking spaces, and the additional lot is included. 244 STONE FENCE | BIG BEAR VIEWS LODGE 5 Bedrooms | 5 Baths | 4,900 SqFt | Sleeps 22 | 7 Parking Spaces Next door, 244 Stone Fence offers approximately 4,900 square feet with hardwood floors, large windows, an open living area with fireplace, and a full kitchen with breakfast bar and dining seating. All 5 bedrooms have their own fireplace and smart TV. Sleeping accommodations include 4 king beds, 2 queen-over-queen Hickory bunk beds, and 3 queen sleeper sofas. The game room includes air hockey, Big Buck Hunter, Super Cars racing, a 60-game Multicade, pool table, wet bar, TV, and lounge seating. The private theater features a 75-inch smart TV, surround sound, and theater seating for 20. Outside, guests can enjoy rocking chairs, a hot tub with outdoor TV, charcoal grill, and views across the surrounding mountains and Anakeesta. The flat paved driveway provides 7 parking spaces, with additional bus parking approximately 100 yards away. Only 2 steps lead from the front porch into the cabin. ONE OPPORTUNITY. MULTIPLE WAYS TO MARKET IT. The side-by-side setup gives an owner the flexibility to rent each cabin separately or offer both together for large groups of up to 52 guests. The combined capacity is well suited for family reunions, corporate retreats, church groups, wedding parties, sports teams, and multi-family vacations. Located inside Gatlinburg city limits with city water and sewer, both cabins also feature full fire sprinkler systems. The location puts guests minutes from Gatlinburg's biggest attractions: Anakeesta -- 2.2 miles Ripley's Aquarium -- 2.5 miles Gatlinburg SkyBridge -- 2.6 miles Great Smoky Mountains National Park -- 3.3 miles Two turnkey side-by-side cabins, an extra lot, and capacity for 52 guests- all minutes from downtown Gatlinburg. Read Less

Courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC 877-366-2213

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 15, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Lot Size

1.05 Acres

Year Built

2020

MLS Number

1353226

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Basement

Walkout, Finished

Building

Built in 2020, Construction Materials: Log

Cooling

Central Cooling, Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Porch - Covered, Deck

Fireplaces

14 fireplaces, Electric

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen

Lot

1.05 acres, Irregular Lot

Property

Mountain View, Seasonal Mountain

Security Features

Smoke Detector

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Parcel Number: 127P C 02900 000, Annual Amount: $11,376

Utilities

Water Source: Public

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