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1081 Cove Rd APT 634, Sevierville, TN 37876 - Chris Ball Properties

$162,500

Fully furnished, beautifully styled, and ready for your mountain real estate strategy. Welcome to Unit U634 at English Mountain Condos, a spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom end-unit condominium with a loft that showcases incredible, proven demand in the competitive Great Smoky Mountains market. Launched by the current owner as an… Read More overnight vacation rental just a couple of months ago, this property has already demonstrated outstanding guest appeal, boasting a 100 percent occupancy rate for the peak month of October. Best of all, absolutely everything stays with the property. Skip the stressful setup phase, high furniture costs, and logistics delays because this mountain retreat is being sold 100 percent turnkey, right down to the mountain-chic furniture, electronics, linens, fully stocked kitchenware, dishes, and rustic decor. Whether you use it as a private mountain escape or pursue future rental opportunities, it is fully set up to enjoy or manage without spending a dime on furnishing. Inside, dramatic cathedral ceilings and an open-concept living area are anchored by a majestic stone, wood-burning fireplace, delivering the exact cozy, authentic cabin atmosphere that buyers and Smoky Mountain tourists search for online. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors flood the space with natural light and lead out to the crown jewel of this end-unit: a massive, wrap-around covered deck. With comfortable outdoor seating, it is the ultimate oasis to unwind, grill, and enjoy peaceful wooded privacy alongside beautiful mountain views. The main level features a comfortable bedroom, full bath, and kitchen, while the versatile, spacious upstairs loft offers flexible layout options as a secondary sleeping area to maximize guest capacity or as a dedicated home office. Nestled in a secure, park-like mountain setting, the gated English Mountain community treats owners and guests to excellent resort-style amenities. The complex features a secure gated community entrance, a large seasonal outdoor pool, a pool house owner's club, and an authentic on-site community sauna. Residents and guests also have access to a main clubhouse with high-speed Wi-Fi, coin-operated laundry facilities, community picnic areas, barbecue grills, a playground, and scenic walking and hiking trails winding directly through the mountain property. Whether you want a turnkey personal getaway you can enjoy immediately or to expand your real estate portfolio, this Sevierville gem offers unbeatable value in an incredible location. Investor and Buyer Information: This property is actively utilized as an overnight rental. For more details on community guidelines, rental registrations, regulations, transfer fees, and neighborhood rules, buyers are encouraged to visit the official English Mountain Property Owners Association website at englishmountainpoa.com. Read Less

Courtesy of Three Rivers Realty 865-307-0357

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Nov 2, 2026

Property Type

Condominium

Beds

Full Baths

Lot Size

0.01 Acres

Year Built

1977

MLS Number

1359484

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Building

Built in 1977, Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame

Cooling

Central Cooling

Exterior Features

Balcony

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Wood Burning

Floors

Laminate, Carpet, Tile

Heating

Central, Electric

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $438.1, Fee Frequency: Monthly, Fee Includes: Pest Contract, Building Exterior, Association Ins, Trash, Sewer, Some Amenities, Grounds Maintenance, Water, Amenities: Swimming Pool, Coin Laundry, Playground, Sauna, Security

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Breakfast Bar

Lot

0.01 acres, Wooded

Parking

Off-Street Parking

Property

Mountain View, Country Setting

Security Features

Gated Community

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Parcel Number: 043L C 01700C072, Annual Amount: $106.56

Utilities

Water Source: Public

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