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3120 Lexy Lane, Sevierville, TN 37862 - Chris Ball Properties

$875,000

Welcome to ''Friends in High Places'' located in Beautiful Wears Valley in the foothills of The Great Smoky Mountains! This Log Home is situated in a peaceful mountain setting right off Wears Valley Rd out of all of the hustle and bustle of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg; on the quieter… Read More side of the Smokys! This Log Home has been thoughtfully updated and is ready for your family to call their Smoky Mountain Retreat or use as a Short Term Rental for investment income! All furnishings can be included in the sale! Enjoy the peaceful tranquility outside on the main level wrap-around porch and the lower level covered deck with a private hot tub, country swing, and plenty of room for friends and family to gather and unwind! You honestly get the feeling you are up in your own treehouse as you relax outside enjoying the privacy and the views of the mountains! Inside, the owner's suite is on the main floor with an en suite bathroom and a double vanity. The main floor has an open floor plan which includes the kitchen, dining room, and great room featuring a stunning stone fireplace with gas logs which adds warmth and ambiance to this intimate space! Upstairs are two guest rooms with a Jack and Jill style bathroom with private vanities on each side. The lower level has a large game room with a wet bar, an additional room for sleeping, a full bathroom and a private hot tub outside on the deck! A park style grilling area is right off of the main floor deck. Updates include all new lighting throughout the cabin. The deck and cabin were stained in 2026. The hot tub mechanisms were completely replaced in 2024/2025. The main level and lower level HVAC was replaced in 2023. The upper level HVAC was replaced in August 2025. For added entertainment, visit Honeysuckle Meadows swimming pool or go fishing in their large pond! The seller paid around $300 for 2026 for this added benefit. You are just a few minutes from The Foothills Parkway which is a scenic drive with breathtaking views of The Smoky Mountains! This Smoky Mountain Retreat is located just two miles off of Wears Valley Rd and is less than 10 miles from Pigeon Forge! You are a short distance from Townsend where you can enjoy river rafting, hiking, shopping, and dining! Of course The Great Smoky Mountains is right near your back door for hiking and fun adventures! This home has been used as a second home for the sellers for many years, but may be used as a STR! Foothills Estates has an annual HOA fee of $800. The water from the shared well for the development is included in the HOA fee. Owner has a monthly pest control service. There are Nest cameras outside. A security system is also installed. All information is deemed reliable; however, buyers are advised to verify all information as it was gathered from public records and the owners. Some drone photography has been used. Read Less

Courtesy of TN Living Realty LLC 865-680-9653

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 15, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Lot Size

0.64 Acres

Year Built

2003

MLS Number

1355573

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer

Basement

Walkout, Crawl Space, Finished

Building

Built in 2003, Construction Materials: Log, Block

Cooling

Central Cooling, Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Porch - Screened, Porch - Covered, Deck, Windows - Vinyl

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Stone, Gas Log

Floors

Laminate, Hardwood, Tile

Heating

Central, Heat Pump, Propane, Electric

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $800, Fee Frequency: Yearly, Fee Includes: Water

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Eat-in Kitchen

Lot

0.64 acres, Dimensions: 233.57Fx113.80Lx177.07Bx188.23R, Private, Wooded, Level, Rolling Slope

Parking

None

Property

Mountain View, Country Setting, Wooded

Security Features

Security Alarm, Smoke Detector

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes

Parcel Number: 135B B 006.00, Annual Amount: $2,681.17, Lot: 6

Utilities

Water Source: Shared Well

Windows

Windows - Wood, Windows - Insulated

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