Welcome to your private mountain escape--perfect as a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or hunting retreat--nestled on approximately 8.83 acres of unrestricted land along a quiet gravel road in the scenic Appalachian Mountains of East Tennessee. If privacy, peace, and tranquility are what you're after, this property delivers. Surrounded by nature and accompanied by the soothing sounds of a babbling creek, you'll have ample space to explore, hunt, or even expand. Inside, the home features an open-concept kitchen and living area with modern rustic design touches. Highlights include a loft bedroom with both interior and exterior access, complete with its own private balcony, a flexible bonus space ideal for a guest area, reading nook, office, or craft room--also with a private entrance. The full bathroom doubles as a laundry room and includes exterior access, making it perfect for use as a mudroom. The living room opens through French doors onto a spacious back deck, offering peaceful views of the surrounding mountain landscape. Design elements throughout the home include recessed lighting, corrugated galvanized metal accents (featured in the kitchen backsplash, ceiling, and bathroom), contemporary windows as skylights, butcher block countertops and shelving, hand-hewn bookshelves, natural wood walls, a barn door, sliding glass doors, and a mini-split system. Appliances include a range, stainless steel refrigerator, and stackable washer and dryer. With five separate outdoor access points, the home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Enjoy expansive covered porches with rustic industrial wire detailing, along with a large deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Wildlife is abundant, and you'll regularly hear the sounds of birds, the creek, and nature all around you. The property offers two access routes from the private road: a gravel driveway and a secondary grass-covered path leading directly to the back deck. With generous road frontage and acreage, there's plenty of room to roam, unwind, and make the space your own. Despite its secluded feel, you're conveniently located just 10 minutes from Mountain City for everyday needs as well as Trade, TN and 7 miles from the North Carolina state line. About 30 minutes from Boone for expanded dining, shopping, recreation and area attractions such as Appalachian State University, Blue Ridge Parkway and the famous Ski-slopes of NC. You'll also enjoy easy access to some of the region's most popular destinations, including Watauga Lake, Doe Mountain Recreation Area, the Appalachian Trail, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, along with nearby towns like Damascus, Abingdon, Bristol, Elizabethton, and Johnson City. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, a peaceful homestead, or an income-producing rental like an Airbnb, this rustic mountain property offers a rare opportunity to own your own slice of Appalachian paradise. Schedule your private showing today. Water source is a rain catchment system with three 200 gallon tanks. Current Septic system was not permitted.