A truly spectacular estate, this waterfront masterpiece rests on one of the longest private shorelines on Watauga Lake. Exceptional craftsmanship and exquisite finishes can be found throughout. Designed for indoor/outdoor living, the home allows for expansive spaces that capture the magnificent water and mountain views. In addition to the 8,000(+/-) square foot main home there is a well-appointed guest house that shares the same quality finishes and landscape backdrop. Interior features include a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and all of the finest appliances, a state of the art Sonos sound system throughout, great room with vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, and a see-through stone fireplace. The master retreat offers moments of solitude with fireplace, exercise room, steam shower, and private balcony. The terrace level boasts an indoor swimming pool, steam room and covered outdoor living spaces. Step outside to a private backyard oasis that includes saltwater pool, fire pit, full outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, and meticulous landscaping, all perfected by majestic water and mountain views. A short stroll down to the waterfront will provide access to a private boat dock with boat slips, jet ski ramps and boat house. A rare offering that presents the opportunity to own one of the finest waterfront homes in the region and enjoy the lifestyle deserved. Additional acreage available to purchase.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$364Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Sandy Poe• Alliance Sotheby's International
A truly spectacular estate, this waterfront masterpiece rests on one of the longest private shorelines on Watauga Lake. Exceptional craftsmanship and exquisite finishes can be found throughout. Designed for indoor/outdoor living, the home allows for expansive spaces that capture the magnificent water and mountain views. In addition to the 8,000(+/-) square foot main home there is a well-appointed guest house that shares the same quality finishes and landscape backdrop. Interior features include a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and all of the finest appliances, a state of the art Sonos sound system throughout, great room with vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, and a see-through stone fireplace. The master retreat offers moments of solitude with fireplace, exercise room, steam shower, and private balcony. The terrace level boasts an indoor swimming pool, fire pit, full outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and meticulous landscaping, all perfected with majestic water and mountain views. A short stroll down to the waterfront will provide access to private boat dock with boat slips, jet ski ramps and boat house. A rare offering that presents the opportunity to own one of the finest waterfront homes in the region and enjoy the lifestyle deserved. There is also additional acreage available to purchase.
Knoxville MLS #1054253
Aug 27, 2018
Listed
$2,675,000
$284/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1015253
Sep 1, 2017
Listed
$2,675,000
$284/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,275
2024
$13,275
2023
$13,275 (+7.4%)
2022
$12,362 (+12.5%)
2021
$10,985 (+1.9%)
2020
$10,777
2019
$10,777
2018
$10,777
2017
$10,777 (+0.8%)
2016
$10,689 (+59.9%)
2015
$6,683 (+178.0%)
2014
$2,404
Tax history for 381 Big Oak Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,275
2024
$13,275
2023
$13,275 (+7.4%)
2022
$12,362 (+12.5%)
2021
$10,985 (+1.9%)
2020
$10,777
2019
$10,777
2018
$10,777
2017
$10,777 (+0.8%)
2016
$10,689 (+59.9%)
2015
$6,683 (+178.0%)
2014
$2,404
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
8,659
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carter County
APN
045 01400 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 5
Attached Garage YN: Yes
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Detached, RV Parking, Side/Rear Entry, Main Level
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
Basement Information
Basement: Finished, Walkout
Fireplace Information
FireplaceYN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 3
Fireplace Features: Other, See-Thru, Stone, Gas Log
Interior Features
Rooms Total: 12
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Island in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Grill, Security Alarm, Refrigerator, Microwave
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Windows - Insulated, Patio, Pool - Swim (Ingrnd), Porch - Covered, Prof Landscaped, Deck, Balcony, Boat - Ramp, Dock
Other Structures: Boat - House, Workshop, Guest House
Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Residential
Property Attached YN: No
Living Area Source: Owner
Building Area Total: 9,406
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 5
Lot Size Square Feet: 217,800
Lot Size Source: Owner
Lot Features: Waterfront Access, Private, Lakefront, Wooded, Level, Rolling Slope
View: Mountain View, Country Setting, Lake
Financial
Tax Information
County Taxes: $10,776.61
Total Tax: $10,776.61
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling YN: Yes
Cooling: Central Cooling
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: 19E to left on Highway 321. Left on Piercetown. Take second right to stay on Piercetown. Left on Big Oak Drive. Home on left.
Unparsed Address: 381 Big Oak Drive, Butler, TN 37640
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 8,659
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Carter County
APN: 045 01400 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Unaka Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
6/10
Unaka High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 95° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Butler, TN • 37640
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$3.26M – $3.94M
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