
Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Mountain City, Tennessee
256 Morley Rd, Mountain City, TN 37683
28 Acres with Panoramic Mountain Views | Cabin | Ponds | Income Potential Experience the best of East Tennessee living on this exceptional 28-acre property, ideally located just 15 minutes from downtown Mountain City. Set at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this private retreat offers sweeping panoramic mountain views overlooking the Cherokee National Forest. The land is a rare combination of rolling pastures and mature woods, providing both usability and natural beauty. Two picturesque ponds enhance the landscape, while multiple prime homesites allow you to build your dream home or create a multi-structure family compound--all positioned to capture the stunning views. The property includes a beautifully built ~600 sq ft cabin featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a full kitchen, and a mud/laundry room. A large covered porch overlooks the farm and surrounding mountains, offering the perfect place to relax and take in the scenery. Currently used as a short-term rental, the cabin has generated approximately $10,000 annually with minimal effort, making it an ideal income-producing asset or guest retreat. Additional improvements include an old barn full of character, a detached 1-car metal garage/building, city water, a newly updated septic system, and a well--providing flexibility for future expansion. Located near outdoor recreation including Doe Mountain Recreation Area and Watauga Lake, this property offers easy access to ATV trails, boating, hiking, and more. Whether you're seeking a private mountain getaway, an income-producing property, or the perfect setting for your forever home, this one-of-a-kind property delivers unmatched views, privacy, and potential.
Location
- Street address
- 256 Morley Rd
- County
- Johnson County
- Elevation
- 2,653 feet
Directions
From Hwy 421 and Hwy 67, take 67 6.4 miles, right on Spear Branch 1.6 miles to right on Morley Road to 256 Morley.
Property details
- Acreage
- 28.24 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- TVARMLS 9994571
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $561
Parcels
- 045 031.00
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- None
Lot
- Features
- Pasture
Exterior
- Pool
- Deck
Structure
- Condition
- Under Construction
- Style
- Cottage
- Stories
- 1
- Basement
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public, Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Roof
- Metal
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
Interior
- Room Count
- 4
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom, Bedroom x 2
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Features
- Eat-In Kitchen, Remodeled
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Roan Creek | Elementary |
| Johnson Co | Middle |
| Johnson Co | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | New listing | $689,000 | — | TVARMLS |










































