If you've been dreaming of building your lake home in East Tennessee, this ½ acre lot in Chelaque Estates might be exactly what you've been looking for. With 125 feet of shoreline on Cherokee Lake, this property offers year-round water views and a gentle slope to the water—ideal for adding your private dock with TVA approval. Located in a gated community that values both privacy and nature, this lot is mostly wooded, giving you the option to design a home that feels like a true retreat. Whether you're watching eagles soar overhead or deer wander through the trees, you'll feel connected to the peaceful rhythm of lake life here. Chelaque Estates includes amenities that enhance your lifestyle without crowding it: a clubhouse, picnic pavilion, pickleball court, private boat ramp, RV and boat storage, and a marina with slip rentals. Architectural guidelines are in place to protect property values, requiring site-built homes of at least 1,400 square feet. You'll need to install a well and septic system, but electric and high-speed internet are already at the road. Whether you're planning for a weekend escape or a full-time residence, the views of the lake and surrounding mountains will remind you daily why people choose East Tennessee.