$299,900
About this home
Escape to your own private mountain retreat in the heart of East Tennessee. Nestled on 6.63 acres in Newport, TN, this beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath log-style cabin offers 852 square feet of warm, inviting living space surrounded by nature, abundant wildlife, and complete privacy. Designed for those seeking peace and tranquility, the property features a welcoming covered front porch, a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room, and includes all kitchen appliances, making it move-in or rental ready. Recent improvements include new wood siding and a new roof, providing years of worry-free ownership. Step outside and enjoy everything this incredible property has to offer. Explore your own private walking trails and year-round creek. Gather with friends around the fire pit, or simply unwind while listening to the sounds of nature. An additional section of the property has already been cut in, creating the perfect location for a future garage, workshop, storage or guest cabin. Adding even more value, the property is served by a 3-bedroom septic system, offering excellent potential for future expansion. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, hunting retreat, or investment opportunity, this property checks all the boxes. Its private setting and desirable East Tennessee location make it an excellent candidate for a Short-Term Rental (STR). High speed fiber internet is available from Newport Utilities. Conveniently located in Newport, you'll enjoy easy access to some of East Tennessee's most popular destinations. Spend the day exploring the shopping, dining, entertainment, and attractions of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and Gatlinburg, hike the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or launch your boat at nearby Douglas Lake, known for outstanding fishing, boating, and year-round recreation. Whitewater rafting, zip lining, hiking, and countless outdoor adventures are all just a short drive away. If you've been dreaming of a private cabin surrounded by nature with room to grow, modern updates, and endless possibilities, this East Tennessee gem is ready to welcome you home.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
- MLS #
- 1347622
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Jacques Van Stratum Ford
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 70
- On market date
- July 9, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 1
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 6.63 acres
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.8:1
- District
- Cocke County
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.3:1
- District
- Cocke County
Walkability
Blended score for Newport's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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Data source: Listing information provided by East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 15, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.