Tucked away in a charming country setting, this cottage, built in the 1930s, offers a rare blend of natural beauty, history, and opportunity. A gently flowing creek joins along the back of the property, creating a peaceful backdrop to the nice level, cleared land—perfect for relaxing, gardening, or simply enjoying the quiet mountain surroundings. Mountain views frame the landscape, and a private well adds to the self-sufficient appeal of this rural retreat. The cottage sits in a quiet country setting and features a covered front porch with distinctive river rock added to the columns, inviting you to slow down and enjoy the sights and sounds of Sugar Creek—an area long known for its natural beauty and Appalachian heritage. Just down the road, enjoy traditional bluegrass music at the well-known Morefield's Store, a local landmark that adds to the area's authentic charm. Country roads truly do take you there. This property offers a little piece of history with great potential as a starter home, rental investment, or vacation getaway. The fixer-upper has already seen some remodeling and is ready for your vision to bring it to life. Outbuildings provide flexibility for storage, workshops, or hobby use. Heating includes a heat pump with supplemental propane heat. Located in the beautiful mountains of Northeast Tennessee, the property is conveniently near the quaint town of Mountain City and just a short drive to Damascus, VA—famous as Trail Town USA and home to the Appalachian Trail and Virginia Creeper Trail. Lake Watauga and numerous outdoor attractions are also nearby, making this an ideal base for year-round recreation or a peaceful mountain escape. Buyer/buyer's agent to verify all information.
Discover a 4.75-acre blank canvas nestled along the scenic highway in the historic town of Laurel Bloomery. Framed by the ridgelines and forested valleys of the Appalachian Mountains, this property offers a rare blend of heritage and natural splendor. The land features 175+ feet of rushing Laurel Creek frontage at its entrance, while a dense, wooded backdrop ensures complete privacy. Whether you choose to restore the existing cabin or design a custom dream home, this wildlife-rich sanctuary provides the ultimate setting for mountain living. The area is a hub for adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Within close proximity, you'll find the legendary Appalachian and Virginia Creeper trails, trout fishing on Laurel Creek, and over 8,600 acres of ATV, mountain biking, and hiking at Doe Mountain. Watauga Lake offers endless water sports, while the ski slopes of Boone and Western NC are a short drive away. For the discerning investor, this property is primed for development of multiple cabins, homes, a hospitality venue or potential for commercial ventures. The choice is yours...homestead, build your dream home, continue a storied history or create your own vision, all are welcome.
Discover a 4.75-acre blank canvas nestled along the scenic highway in the historic town of Laurel Bloomery. Framed by the ridgelines and forested valleys of the Appalachian Mountains, this property offers a rare blend of heritage and natural splendor. The land features 175+ feet of rushing Laurel Creek frontage at its entrance, while a dense, wooded backdrop ensures complete privacy. Whether you choose to restore the existing cabin or design a custom dream home, this wildlife-rich sanctuary provides the ultimate setting for mountain living. The area is a hub for adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Within close proximity, you'll find the legendary Appalachian and Virginia Creeper trails, trout fishing on Laurel Creek, and over 8,600 acres of ATV, mountain biking, and hiking at Doe Mountain. Watauga Lake offers endless water sports, while the ski slopes of Boone and Western NC are a short drive away. For the discerning investor, this property is primed for development of multiple cabins, homes, a hospitality venue or potential for commercial ventures. The choice is yours...homestead, build your dream home, continue a storied history or create your own vision, all are welcome.
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Laurel Bloomery is located in Tennessee. Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee has a population of 593. Laurel Bloomery is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 23.55%.
The median household income in Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee is $41,138. The median household income for the surrounding county is $42,552 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Laurel Bloomery is 48.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 81.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 20.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 46.7 inches per year, with 14.8 inches of snow per year.