Property Description

Welcome to Someday Cottage, a brand new (2025) custom waterfront home on the main channel of Douglas Lake in the gated Waterside community. Whether you're looking for a private lake retreat, a luxury second home, or a high-performing investment opportunity, this fully furnished, income-producing property blends cottage charm with elevated designer finishes, offering spectacular year-round water views, mountain backdrops, and immediate proven rental potential.Step inside through the statement arched front door and you'll immediately notice the craftsmanship and character. Vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings throughout, arched entryways, and thoughtful details create warmth, beauty, and architectural distinction. High-end Ballard Design fixtures, curtains, and decor bring luxury to the Great Smoky Mountains. Oversized windows frame panoramic lake and mountain views, while the full-length built-in window seat invites you to sit, sip, and stay awhile.The 1,800 sq ft main level features 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, including two en-suite bedrooms. Enjoy breathtaking lake views from the deep soaking tub in the primary bathroom or relax in the oversized shower. The walk-in closet is tastefully decorated with quality wallpaper and built-in shelving system. Wake up to crisp mountain air through the French doors leading to one of three covered patios.The heart of the home is the custom kitchen showcasing extra-tall deep green cabinetry, granite countertops, hidden built-in appliances, stone accent wall with floating wood shelves, and a gorgeous gold and cream Hallman gas range. No detail has been spared as proven by the Dutch pantry door and built-in breakfast nook.Enjoy three covered patios with a pass-through serving window to the outdoor bar, a perfect spot for dining while boats cruise by. Just inside, a stone gas fireplace anchors the living room, while the handcrafted Olhausen pool table offers the perfect entertainment space to watch the sunset and gather after a day on the lake.A gentle grassy slope leads to the water's edge with year-round main-channel views even during seasonal drawdown. The home sits along an exclusive private waterfront walking trail connecting only a handful of homes. Community amenities include secure gated access, saltwater lakefront pool, day dock, and dry dock storage. At just over 3 acres, the land is dockable with HOA approved additional structure potential.The 1,800 sq ft unfinished walkout basement offers exceptional expansion opportunity for additional bedrooms, baths, theater, gym or game room, adding instant equity and rental upside. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental with ~90% average occupancy and five-star reviews, the seller is willing to transfer rental accounts for seamless continuation of income and property management.Conveniently located just off I-40, the home is about 40 minutes to Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, and Knoxville. Close to everything, yet tucked away.Someday Cottage offers turnkey luxury lake living with unlimited opportunity on one of East Tennessee's most sought-after waterfront corridors. This is the kind of home where mornings start with mist on the lake, afternoons drift by to the hum of passing boats, and evenings end with firelight and mountain silhouettes. Don't let Someday pass you by.

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