
Land with Home for Sale in Sparta, Tennessee
2304 Backbone Rd, Sparta, TN 38583
Escape To Center Hill and experience a landmark waterfront estate where architectural distinction, privacy, and year-round lake access come together in a rare luxury offering. Set behind a gated entrance on 7.85 private waterfront acres, this custom Don Gardner architectural design offers refined lake living with a permitted USACE path to the water. Inside, exotic hardwood flooring, gracious living spaces, and elevated finishes create a sophisticated yet comfortable retreat. The living room with fireplace and dining area feature soaring beamed ceilings, flowing seamlessly into the custom kitchen with island and stainless appliances. The main level features a luxurious primary suite with an exquisite ensuite bath, private sitting room with fireplace, and private balcony, along with two guest rooms, each with its own ensuite bath. Above the three-car + atv garage, a spacious guest suite offers exceptional privacy with an ensuite bath. The daylight lower level expands the home’s entertaining capacity with two additional bedrooms, both with ensuite baths, plus a large den with fireplace and wet bar.
Expansive covered and uncovered outdoor living areas provide seamless spaces to gather, dine, relax, and enjoy the natural beauty of Center Hill Lake. With complete privacy, generous accommodations, and exceptional indoor-outdoor flow, this estate is perfectly designed for entertaining family and guests.
Center Hill Lake is known for its clear water, scenic shoreline, boating, fishing, and quiet natural beauty. Sligo Marina and Honky Tonk Golf Club are both approximately 10 minutes away, offering convenient access to marina amenities, dining, boating, and golf. This is a rare opportunity to own one of Center Hill’s premier private waterfront estates.
- Listed by Kristie Driver, (615) 934-7513, Center Hill Realty
Location
- Street address
- 2304 Backbone Rd
- County
- DeKalb County
- Community
- Center Hill Lake
- Elevation
- 819 feet
Directions
From Smithville, take Hwy 70 East across Sligo Bridge. Go approximately one mile and turn left on Jack Hudson Rd and then next left onto Backbone Road. Take EVERY right fork on Backbone Road for a total of 2 miles to property. Property is gated.
Property details
- Acreage
- 7.85 acres
- MLS #
- REALTRACS 3185698
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $9,160
Parcels
- 049 00714 000
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Possession
- Negotiable
Lot
- Size Source
- Assessor
- Terrain
- Sloped, Views, Wooded
- View
- Lake
- Waterfront
- Lake Front, Year Round Access
- Features
- Sloped, Views, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved
- Outdoor Spaces
- Covered, Patio, Porch
Structure
- Stories
- 3
- Basement
- Full
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Materials
- Fiber Cement, Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
Interior
- Above Grade
- 4,304 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 2,405 sq ft
- Rooms
- Bedroom x 4, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Recreation Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Fireplaces
- Great Room, Recreation Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances
- Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
- Security
- Security Gate, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Features
- Built-In Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Extra Closets, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Available |
| Gas | Natural Gas | Available |
| Water | Public | Available |
| Sewage | Septic System | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Northside Elementary | Elementary |
| DeKalb Middle School | Middle |
| De Kalb County High School | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | New listing | $3,650,000 | — | REALTRACS |




























































