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Riveridge on the Holston RiverN E W M A R K E T , T E N N E S S E E
Brian Hartley, Associate BrokerCell: 303.690.3155 | Toll Free: 866.734.6100
William Cooper , Director of Land Services
3201 Trevor Street | Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37209
Cell: 615.427.1146 | Main: 615.669.5480
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The property is situated on the third highest point in
Jefferson County with incredible views overlooking the
Holston River, one of two main tributaries of the Tennessee
River. With access to out-the-door trout fishing, hunting,
hiking, horseback riding, boating and many other
outdoor activities, Riveridge is a unique opportunity as a
private or corporate retreat in an outdoorsman’s paradise.
A spectacular, custom-built 8,000 sqft Lodge is offered
along with a 5,500 sqft ridge-top home, 1,500 sqft utility
barn, and Byerley Island, an 18-acre island surrounded
by clear water. Adjacent Byerley Island offers recreational
opportunities for picnics, canoeing and waterfowl
hunting, and the Holston River offers plentiful brown and
rainbow trout. In addition, 7 of Trout Unlimited’s top 100
trout streams are within driving distance of Riveridge,
making the property an angler’s paradise. From hunting
and fishing the famed watersheds of East Tennessee, to
the canoeing and hiking, this one-of-a-kind recreational
property offers the place to experience the outdoor
lifestyle.
Introduction:
Riveridge on the Holston RiverN E W M A R K E T , T E N N E S S E E
Brian Hartley, Associate Broker
Toll Free: 866.734.6100
Office: 303.542.2008
Cell: 303.690.3155
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Only 45 minutes from the Knoxville Airport and less than a half day’s drive from most of southeastern United States,
Riveridge is much easier to get to than it is to leave. Situated less than an hour away from Smoky Mountain National Park,
Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Knoxville, Tennessee, Riveridge is an ideal location for easy access to the best in the Great
Smoky Mountains with the quiet separation of a beautiful, rural retreat.
Located 25 miles northeast of Knoxville in the ridge system that defines the Great Tennessee Valley, many landmarks are
within close travel of Riveridge. These include, University of Tennessee - 30 minutes, Jefferson City and Carson-Newman
College - 12 minutes, Sevierville - 20 minutes, and Gatlinburg - 40 minutes.
The area features a continental climate with moderate year-round temperatures. The mild winter climate offers
temperatures around 50°F, although nights can feel much cooler. The area is at its warmest during the months of June,
July and August, when temperatures average 86°F, often climbing higher during the sunniest time of day. Average annual
daytime temperatures are 69°F. Precipitation levels are rarely excessive with annual averages of 47 inches. Rainfall is spread
fairly evenly throughout the year, with a slightly less chance of rain during the warm autumn months.
Location:
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The 55-acre property is situated on the third highest point in Jefferson County overlooking the Holston River, one of two
main tributaries of the Tennessee River. The many scenic river overlooks provide a great way to enjoy the property via rock
promontories and man-made decks. From the high-ridge park-like setting, the lodge and surrounding property offer views
of the countless hollows and ridges that gave the Great Smoky Mountains their name. From many vantage points there
are magnificent views of the Smoky Mountains to the south, the Clinch Mountains to the north and the Holston River
Valley that runs between them. The 55 acres of bluffs and ridgelines are accessed by a central road system intertwined
with many walking trails leading to overlooks capturing magnificent landscapes and perspectives. The timber ridge trails
running throughout the property offer access to great hunting, hiking and biking opportunities. There is a small pond on
the property, as well as a very unique cave above the river. Numerous lookout points are perfectly situated to catch majestic
sunsets and enjoy warm campfires with family and friends.
In addition to the 55-acre property where the lodge and other structures are located, this offering includes Byerley Island.
This a remarkable 18-acre island surrounded by clear water and easily accessible across a shallow ford. The island is located
several miles downstream from Riveridge proper, a short drive or enjoyable half-day float. The permanent scenic beauty of
Byerley Island is assured by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) regulations that govern Holston River waterway lands and
provide full access for recreational, not development, purposes. The island is an ideal destination for secluded camping,
fishing and hunting.
Acreage:
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After nearly two years of construction, the custom-built
Riveridge Lodge was completed in 2003. Additionally, the
original ridge-top home was remodeled and expanded
in 2007. All in all, this stunning property includes the
8,000 sqft lodge, a 5,500 sqft ridge-top home and 1,500
sqft utility barn. There is a 1,250 sqft home at the property
entrance suitable for a caretaker’s quarters or other uses.
Atop the bluffs and ridges, the Riveridge Lodge offers
extraordinary views of the countless hollows and ridges
that unfold in the mists. The astounding 8,000 sqft lodge
combines the warm ambiance of an Appalachian log home
with the grand open style of a western lodge. The building
is completely custom-designed with Appalachian-style
log construction containing over 40,000 feet of white
pine board logs. Each log was hand-hewn with an early
American style axe and then hand-notched. Over 2,000
sqft of covered porch wraps around this masterpiece
offering scenic views in every direction while providing
many places to relax, enjoy life and retreat into one of the
most beautiful areas in the country.
Improvements:
The lodge great room welcomes guests in a 2,400 sqft
enormous space with a breathtaking fireplace. This
structure weighs over 187 tons, consisting of legacy stone
combined from nine different mid-nineteenth century
backwood’s cabins. A 300-year-old bluff red cedar tree
carved and notched to fit serves as the mantle piece.
Stretching from one end of the great room to the other,
five ten-foot sections of hand-hewn log tables can be
configured as a single long table. A custom-designed
commercial kitchen facility joins a traditionally-designed
family kitchen, all of which can be closed off from the
lodge’s great room for special events.
Providing plenty of space for guests, there are seven
bedrooms and ten baths, making this lodge ideal for
hosting everything from large family functions to
corporate events or even bed and breakfast patrons. The
main lodge combines many accommodating features
beyond the spacious layout.
If additional lodging is needed, above the bluff sits the
ridge-top home. This 5,500 sqft residence has eight
bedrooms and seven baths. Four of these bedrooms are
executive-sized with their own bathroom and Jacuzzi and
are connected to the home by a breezeway. This beautiful
structure also has multiple porches and decks with
incredible views.
The unique vantage point of the lodge porches rewards
the early riser as deer and wild turkey make their morning
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forays in the meadow below, and still forgives the late
sleeper with an encore evening performance against the
backdrop of an East Tennessee sunset. A short distance
from the lodge, a remote three-tiered deck overlooks the
river from the edge of a limestone bluff, where soaring
eagles are a common sight. Awaken in restful peace
to the sounds of nature in anticipation of another day
of tranquility or adventure at Riveridge Lodge, while
tantalizing aromas of freshly baked breads and coffee drift
through the halls and gently coax you from bed.
Envision yourself, family, business partners, or friends
sitting upon the expansive decks and porches overlooking
the beautiful Holston River where some of the South’s
finest trout fishing is located. Whether on the river or
around the table, at Riveridge there is no tradition quite
like the gathering of family and friends. Experience a quiet
picnic along the river, a lively dinner at the great long
table or a simple morning cup of coffee by the crackling
fire. This is the backdrop of Riveridge.
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At Riveridge, fly fishing is our passion and we are surrounded by some of the best, most diverse destinations in the country.
East Tennessee is not only blessed with gorgeous, rugged mountains that harbor wild rainbow, brown and brook trout, it
is also home to numerous large tailwater fisheries that provide ample opportunities for trophy trout and smallmouth bass
fishing. For those unfamiliar, a tailwater fishery is a river that is created by water release from a dam. Years ago, Tennessee
Valley Authority (TVA) dammed numerous rivers to create large reservoirs. For the purpose of flood control and power
generation, water is consistently released through large turbines at the dam forming a river below. Because this water
is drawn from deep inside the reservoir and barely affected by air temperatures above the water, temperatures are very
consistent, approximately 50 degrees on average, which is ideal for trout.
This means that whether a 90-degree summer day or a 30-degree winter day, water temperatures in a tailwater fishery
will still remain in the neighborhood of 50 degrees. However, the farther down river from the dam, the more temperature
fluctuations are seen in the water. Tailwater downriver temperatures depend on how frequently water is discharged from
the dam and the depth of the reservoir. Shallower reservoirs do not have as much “insulation,” and can ultimately lose that
cold water (or warm water, depending on season) layer in seasons of heavy water release.
The nutrients in this reservoir water are quite different than a free-flowing mountain stream, creating significant variance
in aquatic life in the tailwater below. The result is usually an abundant and constant supply of food that allows the fish to
grow at a much faster rate.
Live Water:
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the
few wild trout sanctuaries in the United States. With
elevations up to 6,643 feet, heavy
canopies keep streams cool and
ample rainfall maintains ideal
water levels. The park boasts
over 700 miles of fishable trout
water within its Tennessee and
North Carolina boundaries.
Native brook trout (“brookies”)
still reside in a number of
these high elevation streams
with abundant wild brown
and rainbow trout calling the lower stretches home.
Introduced in the logging days, rainbow and brown
trout joined the brookies through various means of
stocking. After formation of the national park, the Park
Service continued to stock some of the more heavily-
fished streams, but ceased all stocking of rainbows and
browns in 1974. They have flourished ever since, making
the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park a wild trout
sanctuary, a rarity in the Unites
States and one-of-a-kind in the
southeast. The National Park
Service continues its efforts in
restoring the native brook trout
back to prominence and the
abundance and range should
only increase in coming years.
For the adventurous angler with deep wanderlust for
new, great water, seven of Trout Unlimited’s Top 100
Trout Streams are within driving distance of Riveridge.
These include the Clinch, Hiwassee, Holston, Little,
Chattooga, Davidson and Nantahala Rivers.
Nearby Live Water:
From hunting and fishing the famed watersheds of East
Tennessee, to canoeing and hiking, this property offers
a place to experience an outdoor lifestyle that everyone
can enjoy. In addition, since this property is located a
short 25 minutes from Knoxville and 40 minutes from
Gatlinburg, the area offers a number of convenient
attractions including the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park, some of the finest outlet shopping,
numerous golf courses, Dollywood and Gatlinburg.
Recreational Opportunities:
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This turnkey property is complete and ready for use in a variety of capacities. While Riveridge makes for
an outstanding private retreat, Rural Resort zoning enables wide usage options and additional development
opportunities. The Rural Resort designation is designed to encourage residential development, resorts and
similar uses to safely locate in an attractive rural setting that preserves and enhances the natural beauty. Based
on Riveridge acreage, significant additional structures can be built including cabins, townhouses and luxury
homes. Business opportunities include bed and breakfast, resort, conference center, ministry and planned
residential community.
Zoning:
SummaryRiveridge on the Holston River is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind
property. Whether as a private retreat, commercial enterprise, or
combination thereof, the potential is extensive. Enjoy activities from
exploring the land to casting a fly rod in solitude along the Holston
River. Try the many Riveridge traditions of sunsets and hors
d’oeuvres on the bluff deck, along with bonfires and old-time story
telling. This retreat provides a Mountain West type of experience
within a day’s drive of areas east of the Mississippi.
PRICE: $1.5M, Was $2.6MTAXES: $7,778 in 2014
(inclusive of the island acreage)
CONTACT: Brian Hartley, Broker
Toll Free: 866.734.6100 | Office: 303.542.2008
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Notes:1) This is a co-listing of Live Water Properties LLC and Equitable Land & Farm; an agent must be present to conduct a showing. The owners respectfully request that other
agents and/or prospective buyers contact the agent in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you.2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a
general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee.3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.
William Cooper , Director of Land Services
3201 Trevor Street | Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37209
Cell: 615.427.1146 | Main: 615.669.5480
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