This home was built with 3 bedrooms; however, it was only permitted for a 2-bedroom septic. Live by the Lake! Permanent or overnight rentals (STR) are both permitted. This beautiful home is nestled in the foothills of The Great Smoky Mountains next to Douglas Lake on a paved country road and is just a few minutes from ALL the Smoky Mountain Attractions. This home has an open floor plan accented with cathedral ceilings, large main suite, split bedroom plan and a cozy fireplace with an insert for those winter chilled nights. There is a pantry and laundry closet, and a large kitchen complete with appliances. Relax in the mornings sipping your favorite beverage in the custom 10x20 Sunroom. Plenty of outside shade with the 10x7 covered front and rear porches. Bring the kids or the pets and enjoy the fenced yard. This home features a large 2 car detached garage, large 10x22 workshop and a 10x16 she-shed / he shed! Enjoy an evening on the private concrete patio. It's a great place for hot tub. Create memories and smores with the 12x13 firepit area. PLENTY of lake access with 2 gated boat launches- $75 annual fee. The home has a security alarm system as well as a ring doorbell. Improvements have been made to the home such as: Marathon Water Heater installed in 2017, Trane Heat Pump & Wi-Fi Thermostat installed in 2022, Genie Garage Door Openers installed in 2024, Shingle Roof is approximately 9 years old. Douglas Lake has over 550 miles of pristine shoreline. A boating and fishing paradise all with the backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains within minutes of the home. Over 16 million people visit this area annually but only the very lucky ones get to call this place home. Call us today for your appointment to see this home.