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$3,150,000
12 Beds ⋅ 16 Baths ⋅ 1338994 MLS
Welcome to Heavenly Retreat Lodge, a standout 12-bedroom luxury investment cabin with $392,648.60 YTD income and is pacing toward $450,000. This cabin has exceptional proven short-term rental income and potential in the Great Smoky Mountains, offering strong cash flow and scalability. Designed for large group rentals, the cabin sleeps up to 56 guests and features 12 ensuite bedrooms plus 4 half baths--a rare layout that supports high occupancy and five-star guest experiences, and is equipped with a commercial fire sprinkler system. A key differentiator: long-standing reputation with repeat guests, creating built-in demand, reduced vacancy, and more predictable income year over year. Top-performing amenities include: Private indoor pool Home theater + game room Expansive covered decks, hot tub, outdoor TV & grill & large fireplace Multiple gathering spaces ideal for groups Plus, flat, paved, bus-friendly access and ample parking--a major advantage for weddings, retreats, and large bookings. Located just minutes from Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, and a short drive to Gatlinburg and the national park, this property sits in one of the top vacation rental markets in the U.S., known for year-round tourism and strong ROI. Turnkey and built for performance, this is a rare opportunity to own a high-producing Smoky Mountain cabin with proven income and repeat guest history.

1935 Blackthorn Tr, Sevierville
$2,050,000
12 Beds ⋅ 13 Baths ⋅ 1328781 MLS
ONE OF SEVIER COUNTY'S LAST FULLY GRANDFATHERED 56-GUEST STR PERMITS -- A REGULATORY STATUS THAT CANNOT BE BOUGHT, BUILT, OR REPLICATED UNDER CURRENT LAW. This is not just a cabin -- it's a permitted, income-producing lodge business with irreplaceable legal standing. Sevier County's STR ordinance changes have made large-group permits like this virtually impossible to obtain for new properties. Buying 1960 Blackthorn Trail means acquiring a protected operating right that gives you a permanent competitive advantage in the Smoky Mountain rental market. THE PROPERTY: Custom-built luxury log lodge, 12 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, 5,856 SF, legally approved for 56 guests. Built in 2012 -- prior to current sprinkler requirements -- preserving its full grandfathered, compliant operating status. Breathtaking mountain views including Mt. Le Conte by day, star-filled skies at night. Fully furnished and turnkey with all-new furnishings and updates within the past 24 months. Located minutes from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Dollywood. PROVEN INCOME HISTORY: 2021: $284,912 | 2022: $295,721 (peak) | 2023: $269,565 | 2024: $198,211 (renovation year -- property fully updated) | 2026 Projected: $275,000 with $140,000+ already booked and collected. 2024 CONTEXT FOR INVESTORS: The 2024 income dip reflects a deliberate investment period -- the property underwent a full interior renovation and refurnishing. It was not a demand or market issue. Forward bookings for 2026 confirm the full recovery, with $140,000+ already secured, tracking toward the $275,000 projection. WHY INVESTORS ARE BUYING THIS: Gross yield over 12% at peak. Immediate income from existing 2026 bookings. Zero exposure to future STR regulation changes -- legally grandfathered. Turnkey asset, nothing to update or furnish. Premier Smoky Mountain location in the most-visited national park destination in the United States attracting over 12 million visitors annually. Offered fully furnished. Seller is motivated and open to qualified investor conversations. Financials and booking history available upon request to serious buyers.

1960 Blackthorn Tr, Sevierville