144 Parksville Road, Benton, TN 37307
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144 Parksville Road,Benton, TN 37307
$960,000
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
Listed by: pj mckay
Office: compass group realty, llc.
MLS#:20255258
Source:TN_RCAR
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Price summary
- Price:$960,000
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1947
- Listing ID #:20255258
- Added:208 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 03, 2026 at 06:16 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:5
- Flooring:Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood
- Bathrooms Description:Walk-In Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Kitchen Island, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Split Bedrooms
- Basement Description:Partially Finished
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Electric
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Metal, Shingle
- Year built:1947
- Lot Features:Fruit Trees, Garden, Mailbox, Pasture, Rural, Secluded, Sloped, Wooded
- Construction Materials:Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Covered, Deck, Porch, Rain Gutters, Rear Porch
- Foundation Description:Block, Slab
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Available
- Sewer:Septic Tank
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$960,000
- Tax amount:$3,118
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, appl_Washer
- Amenities:Double Vanity, Electric Water Heater, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Storage
Parking
- Parking description:Concrete, Driveway, Gravel
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