1960 Blackthorn Tr, Sevierville, TN 37876

$2,050,000

Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 12 Square Footage: 5,856 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 30,056 Status: Active

Current Price: $2,050,000 List Date: 2/07/2026 Last Modified: 8/21/2026

Overview

Description

ONE OF SEVIER COUNTY'S LAST FULLY GRANDFATHERED 56-GUEST STR PERMITS -- A REGULATORY STATUS THAT CANNOT BE BOUGHT, BUILT, OR REPLICATED UNDER CURRENT LAW. This is not just a cabin -- it's a permitted, income-producing lodge business with irreplaceable legal standing. Sevier County's STR ordinance changes have made large-group permits like this virtually impossible to obtain for new properties. Buying 1960 Blackthorn Trail means acquiring a protected operating right that gives you a permanent competitive advantage in the Smoky Mountain rental market. THE PROPERTY: Custom-built luxury log lodge, 12 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, 5,856 SF, legally approved for 56 guests. Built in 2012 -- prior to current sprinkler requirements -- preserving its full grandfathered, compliant operating status. Breathtaking mountain views including Mt. Le Conte by day, star-filled skies at night. Fully furnished and turnkey with all-new furnishings and updates within the past 24 months. Located minutes from Pi ... (Read more) ONE OF SEVIER COUNTY'S LAST FULLY GRANDFATHERED 56-GUEST STR PERMITS -- A REGULATORY STATUS THAT CANNOT BE BOUGHT, BUILT, OR REPLICATED UNDER CURRENT LAW. This is not just a cabin -- it's a permitted, income-producing lodge business with irreplaceable legal standing. Sevier County's STR ordinance changes have made large-group permits like this virtually impossible to obtain for new properties. Buying 1960 Blackthorn Trail means acquiring a protected operating right that gives you a permanent competitive advantage in the Smoky Mountain rental market. THE PROPERTY: Custom-built luxury log lodge, 12 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, 5,856 SF, legally approved for 56 guests. Built in 2012 -- prior to current sprinkler requirements -- preserving its full grandfathered, compliant operating status. Breathtaking mountain views including Mt. Le Conte by day, star-filled skies at night. Fully furnished and turnkey with all-new furnishings and updates within the past 24 months. Located minutes from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Dollywood. PROVEN INCOME HISTORY: 2021: $284,912 | 2022: $295,721 (peak) | 2023: $269,565 | 2024: $198,211 (renovation year -- property fully updated) | 2026 Projected: $275,000 with $140,000+ already booked and collected. 2024 CONTEXT FOR INVESTORS: The 2024 income dip reflects a deliberate investment period -- the property underwent a full interior renovation and refurnishing. It was not a demand or market issue. Forward bookings for 2026 confirm the full recovery, with $140,000+ already secured, tracking toward the $275,000 projection. WHY INVESTORS ARE BUYING THIS: Gross yield over 12% at peak. Immediate income from existing 2026 bookings. Zero exposure to future STR regulation changes -- legally grandfathered. Turnkey asset, nothing to update or furnish. Premier Smoky Mountain location in the most-visited national park destination in the United States attracting over 12 million visitors annually. Offered fully furnished. Seller is motivated and open to qualified investor conversations. Financials and booking history available upon request to serious buyers.

Listing Details MLS# 1328781

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 1960
Street Name: Blackthorn
St Suffix: Tr
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37876
PIN #: 096A B 02200 000
Subdivision: Wild Briar

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 2050000
Occupancy: Either
Gross Amount Year 1: 275000
Gross Amount Year 2: 198211

General Property Description

Type: 2 Story Basement
Acres: 0.69
Acre Source: Tax Records
Site Built: Yes
Restrictions: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 5856
SqFt - Main Lvl: 1954
SqFt - Down Lvl: 1948
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 1954
# Bedrooms: 12
Baths - Full: 12
Baths - 1/2: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
# Fireplace: Yes
Property Status: N/A
HOA: No
Year Built: 2012
Bonus Room: No

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-02-07

More Information

Property Features

Style: Cabin Construction: Block; Frame Siding: Log; Wood Basement: Finished; Walkout Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac View: Mountain View Fireplace: Electric Floors: Hardwood; Sustainable Fuel: Electric Heat: Heat Pump Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Smoke Detector; Washer Sewer: Other Water: Public Other Rooms: 2nd Rec Room; Basement Rec Room; Family Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level; Split Bedroom Misc Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Hot Tub; Kitchen Island; Walk-in Shower; Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Balcony; Deck; Porch - Covered Dining Area: Formal Dining Area; Kitchen/Dining Rm Co; Living Rm/Dining Rm Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional; Exchange

IDX

Listing Office: The Real Estate Firm

Last Updated: August - 21 - 2026

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1960 Blackthorn Tr, Sevierville, TN 37876 (MLS# 1328781)