
Smoky Mountain homes for sale from $500,000 and up open the door to an exceptional selection of luxury mountain homes, upscale log cabins, vacation properties, new construction, secluded retreats, homes with acreage, and premium investment real estate throughout the Great Smoky Mountains region of East Tennessee. Explore qualifying properties in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Wears Valley, Townsend, and surrounding Smoky Mountain communities, with current MLS® inventory potentially ranging from distinctive primary residences and second homes to high-end vacation cabins and short-term rental (STR) properties where legally permitted. Depending on the individual property, premium features may include panoramic Smoky Mountain views, luxury kitchens, dramatic great rooms, fireplaces, expansive decks, hot tubs, game rooms, theater rooms, indoor swimming pools, multiple primary suites, garages, acreage, and exceptional outdoor living spaces. Whether you're searching for a luxury residence, mountain-view retreat, large family vacation property, premium cabin, or potential income-producing investment, TN Real Estate & Auction can create a customized $500,000-and-up property search based on your preferred location, bedroom count, acreage, views, amenities, and ownership goals.
When comparing Smoky Mountain homes priced from $500,000 and up, buyers should evaluate the characteristics that make each mountain property unique, including location, architecture, construction quality, square footage, acreage, elevation, views, privacy, accessibility, parking, furnishings when included, amenities, and proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, Sevierville, Wears Valley, and Townsend. Buyers should independently investigate structural and mechanical systems, road accessibility, topography, surveys, property boundaries, easements, utilities, wells and septic systems when applicable, insurance availability, HOA and deed restrictions, zoning, permitted uses, and anticipated maintenance. For buyers evaluating a potential luxury vacation rental, a complete investment analysis should consider historical rental performance when available, occupancy patterns, average rental rates, management fees, cleaning and maintenance costs, furnishings, utilities, insurance, seasonality, and anticipated capital improvements rather than relying solely on projected gross revenue. Short-term rental eligibility should never be assumed; zoning, permitting and licensing requirements, HOA and deed restrictions, occupancy and parking requirements, insurance provisions, and all applicable regulations should be independently verified before purchasing.
Whether you're searching for Smoky Mountain homes for sale from $500,000 and up, luxury Gatlinburg homes, premium Pigeon Forge vacation properties, Sevierville mountain homes, Wears Valley cabins, Townsend retreats, or high-end real estate throughout the Smokies, make TN Real Estate & Auction your resource for professional Smoky Mountain real estate guidance. Monitor current MLS® inventory starting at $500,000 and above, including luxury residences, mountain-view homes, log cabins, new construction, homes with acreage, secluded retreats, indoor-pool properties, large vacation homes, and potential STR investments as available. Property owners considering selling can request a professional home valuation and comparative market analysis (CMA) supported by relevant comparable sales and the unique characteristics of their property, while premium marketing can incorporate professional photography, aerial imagery and video when appropriate, SEO-focused content, digital advertising, and enhanced discovery across Google Search, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Microsoft Copilot. Whether your goal is to buy a luxury Smoky Mountain home, purchase a premium vacation property, explore an investment opportunity, or sell your Smoky Mountain real estate, TN Real Estate & Auction is ready to help.
MOTIVATED SELLER! UNMATCHED OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS 5BR INDOOR POOL INCOME-GENERATING LUXURY SHORT-TERM RENTAL OVERLOOKING DOWNTOWN GATLINBURG WITH INCREDIBLE AMENITIES, ...
NEW CONSTRUCTION at SMITH CREEK RESERVE--the only cabin community in the Smokies with an exclusive Water Park in the community! Don't miss the opportunity to own a 6-bedr...
NEW CONSTRUCTION at SMITH CREEK RESERVE--the only cabin community in the Smokies with an exclusive Water Park in the community! Don't miss the opportunity to own a 6-bedr...
LIMITED INVENTORY! EXCLUSIVE Water Park Now Open in Premier Cabin Community! Don't miss this NEW & IMPROVED 6-bedroom luxury cabin--a turnkey investment in the Smokies. ...
LIMITED INVENTORY! EXCLUSIVE Water Park Now Open in Premier Cabin Community! Don't miss this NEW & IMPROVED 6-bedroom luxury cabin--a turnkey investment in the Smokies. ...
The Road Not Taken Retreat is a premier mountain view luxury retreat in the prestigious Thunder Mountain community, with $198K already on the books for 2026 and projected...
Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains in Townsend, fondly known as the ''Peaceful Side of the Smokies'' this exceptional 20.86 acre resort presents a rare opp...
This is one of those properties that just doesn't come along often. Set on a private hilltop with sweeping views from Shields Mountain to English Mountain, this 13-suite ...
Rare opportunity to own one of Gatlinburg's most recognizable luxury cabins! Perched high above Downtown Gatlinburg with panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains Nati...
HUGE 10 BEDROOM short term rental cabin with 2 BONUS ROOMS, SPRINKLER SYSTEM and a MASSIVE 7.5 ACRE LOT!!! Stellar location just minutes from Sevierville and Pigeon F...
Hidden behind a gated entrance on approximately 3.72 acres just 2 miles form the Pigeon Forge Parkway, this extraordinary mountain estate offers a rare combination of com...
One of the Smoky Mountains' premier luxury short-term rental opportunities! Located in the highly desirable Duck Pond Estates community, this fully furnished 5-bedroom, 6...
One of the Smoky Mountains' premier luxury short-term rental opportunities! Located in the highly desirable Duck Pond Estates community, this fully furnished 5-bedroom, 6...
A standout design that has inspired similar builds throughout the area, this property offers the original concept on a scale that's hard to replicate.With approximately 5...
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 pro...
TWO SIDE-BY-SIDE CABINS + EXTRA LOT | MOUNTAIN & ANAKEESTA VIEWS 240 + 244 STONE FENCE | GATLINBURG, TN 2 Cabins + Extra Lot | 1 Acre | 12 Bedrooms | 12.5 Baths | S...
NEW PRICE - 12% PRICE IMPROVEMENT FOR A QUICK SALE-- GIVING YOU EASIER ACCESS TO THIS RARE SMOKY MOUNTAIN ESTATE. Perched atop more than 100 private acres in the Richard...
THIS MAGNIFICENT SMOKY MOUNTAIN ESTATE BOASTS 11,312 SQ FT OF LUXURIOUS LIVING SPACE, NESTLED ON 5.09 ACRES OF BEAUTIFULLY MANICURED GROUNDS! WITH SEAMLESS TRANSITIONS BE...
Experience the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and breathtaking natural beauty on this substantially remodeled estate nestled on 29 pristine acres with panoramic views ...
Privately positioned on over 3.8 acres in the heart of Gatlinburg, this remarkable mountain estate offers a rare blend of seclusion and convenience--where quiet surrounds...
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