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East Tennessee is home to some of the most beautiful lakes in the Southeast, offering lakefront living with breathtaking mountain views, peaceful surroundings, and year-round recreation. Buyers searching for lake homes in this region will find a wide variety of options—from cozy waterfront cabins and weekend retreats to luxury estates with private docks and panoramic views.
Popular lakes in East Tennessee include Douglas Lake, Norris Lake, Cherokee Lake, Tellico Lake, Fort Loudoun Lake, and Watts Bar Lake, each offering its own unique charm and lifestyle. Properties often feature spacious decks, boat docks, open floor plans, and large windows to take in the water and mountain scenery.
East Tennessee lake homes appeal to retirees, vacationers, and full-time residents alike, thanks to the area’s affordable real estate, mild climate, and proximity to Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains. Whether you’re looking for a quiet fishing retreat, a family-friendly getaway, or a waterfront estate, East Tennessee offers some of the best lakefront living opportunities in the region.
Welcome to Miller's Landing -- A Premier Lakefront Community Outside Knoxville Where year-round water access, panoramic views, and an exceptional lifestyle come togeth...
A DEEDED, COVERED BOAT SLIP WITH NEW LIFT on Fort Loudon Lake is just one of the amazing amenities that comes with this resort style home in highly sought after W. Knoxvi...
This beautiful stone-and-brick Tuscan-inspired home in the gated Lashbrooke community offers an unobstructed year-round lake view, primary suite on the main level, Therma...
Lake life with a park feel. Come experience the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and adventure at this one-of-a-kind waterfront retreat on nearly 14 acres with approxima...
Lake life with a park feel. Come experience the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and adventure at this one-of-a-kind waterfront retreat on nearly 14 acres with approxima...
Tucked away on 22+ private acres this stunning 4 bedroom/3.5bathroom home with TWO owners suites, is the kind of property you dream about - and rarely find. With country...
Experience lakefront luxury in this exceptional custom-built residence, perfectly positioned on over an acre with breathtaking views of Fort Loudoun Lake's main channel a...
Under construction on one of the most beautiful streets in Tennessee National, this striking ~4,500 sq ft custom home offers 7 bedrooms and 5.5 baths of high-end living w...
Experience exceptional lakefront living in this custom-built waterfront retreat nestled on approximately 1.2 acres (.8 is lake bed) along the shores of the Little River, ...
Magnificent upscale custom built estate with stack stone and hard coated stucco. Located in the lake and golf community of Rarity Bay. This 5,676 sq. ft. home boasts ¾'' ...
Welcome to 7514 Rivertrace Blvd, a rare Fort Loudoun lakefront retreat offering year-round deep water, 173 feet of shoreline, a 600 sq ft covered dock with boat lift, and...
FIRST TIME OFFERED ON MARKET. Custom home sits on 11.43 acres of beautiful East Tn rolling/level fields. Property also has 115 ft of Holston River frontage and qualif...
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