Tucked away at just over 3,000 feet elevation on 28.47 private and mostly usable acres, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath A-frame offers the kind of East Tennessee mountain setting that is hard to to find - usable land, a 2nd build site, seasonal mountain views, and the benefit of higher-elevation temperatures, all just minutes from downtown Mountain City. A long, scenic driveway winds through the woods before opening up to the home, where you'll find abundant parking - including the large 35x40 metal building. Inside, the main level features an open living and dining area, kitchen, laundry, full bathroom, and a spacious primary bedroom with three large closets, laundry hookups, and its own deck. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, each with its own deck, and a second full bath. Interior updates include fresh paint, newer carpet upstairs, a newer gas range, and stainless steel refrigerator. A full unfinished basement provides excellent storage and future expansion potential, with hookups already in place for an additional bathroom plus extra laundry hookups. The home also offers two separate heating options: a propane system as well as a large wood-burning stove designed to circulate heat through the home's ductwork with its own thermostat. Outside is where this property really stands apart. Explore the acreage with trails, a cozy backyard fire pit, and a second driveway leading to a cleared, level site with electricity already in place - an excellent option for a future homesite, guest house, workshop, or other use. A newly constructed 35x40 insulated metal building features 16-foot walls, a 12x12 garage door, and reinforced 10-inch-thick concrete flooring with highway mesh - ideal for equipment, vehicles, a workshop, or serious storage. RV parking with electrical hookups is conveniently located beside the building. There's also a newer shed converted into a dedicated office with electricity and its own mini-split system, giving you a comfortable work or bonus space separate from the house. Enjoy complete privacy while only being about 10 minutes from downtown Mountain City, 20 minutes from Watauga Lake and Butler, and an easy drive to both Boone, NC and Damascus, VA, home of the Virginia Creeper Trail. Motorcycle enthusiasts will love the proximity to ''The Snake'' which takes you through Shady Valley and over the mountain to South Holston lake. Whether you're looking for a private mountain retreat, room for recreation, workshop space, or acreage with future possibilities, this property offers an incredibly versatile mountain lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.