Tucked away on a dead-end street in the foothills of Upper East Tennessee, this extraordinary private paradise offers 7.89 acres of park-like grounds with over 700 feet of pristine frontage on the WATAUGA RIVER and breathtaking mountain views. The custom-built, one-level brick ranch features over 4,600 sq ft of finished living space with 5 bedrooms & 5.5 baths, blending formal & casual living areas with ease. Highlights include an open floor plan with formal living room, fireplace, kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry, top of line appliances, breakfast area, formal dining room. There is an impressive great room showcasing vaulted ceilings, wood accents, a stunning stone fireplace, custom cabinetry with a wet bar. There is a large private brick patio adjoining the great room & primary bedroom suite. The primary suite offers a generous en-suite bath with ample storage, a large walk-in closet, while four additional bedrooms with full baths are thoughtfully arranged along a central hall. Outdoor living is equally impressive, featuring beautiful backyard grounds with tiered brick patios leading to an in-ground heated pool overlooking the river, plus a large brick patio off the kitchen area. Additional amenities include an attached two-car garage, a separate building garage & workshop. Also a covered shed that is great for boat, vehicles, RV, equipment & more. In addition, there is a medal building that is over 8,000 square feet with 3 huge garage doors that is high enough for most any use. A full-size gymnasium & weight room, half bath, & addition balcony space. Many improvements and much updating have been completed in the last eight years of ownership, such as a new kitchen, new master bathroom, updated bathrooms, new finishes throughout the house, updated electrical panels, etc. The pool has a newer pump and heater. There is a private boat launch with direct river access to the WATAUGA RIVER. Known for its TROPHY rainbow, brook & brown trout fishing. Located minutes from the pristine waters of Watauga Lake & in region's finest fly fishing, this level, secluded property offers unmatched privacy, recreation, and year-round enjoyment in a truly exceptional setting. This is a rare find offering more that can tell. (1906R/3538S)
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
8.12 acresLot Size
$308Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Linda Whitehead• REMAX Checkmate, Inc. Realtors
Bought with Michael Butler• REMAX Checkmate, Inc. Realtors
Est. $1,403 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 426 River Island Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TVRMLS #9991334
Jun 5, 2026
Sold
$1,425,000
$308/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Pending
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Feb 18, 2026
Listed
$1,550,000
$335/sq ft
TVRMLS #384822
Jul 12, 2017
Sold
$475,000
$103/sq ft
Nov 9, 2016
Listed
$497,000
$107/sq ft
+29
Welcome to your Private Paradise with a Park Like setting with over 700 feet of frontage on the "Watauga River" nestled on 7.89 acres with mountain views beyond. Custom Built Sprawling One Level Brick Ranch with 5 Bedrooms and 5 full Bathrooms with over 4600 sq ft. Formal and casual spaces flow nicely to make this the ideal home for private time or entertaining! Formal living room with crackling fireplace provides an area for relaxation, Kitchen with lots of wood cabinets with adjoining breakfast area, Formal Dining Room perfect for many guest and will hold the largest of tables, Entertain family and friends in this expansive Great Room with impressive stone fireplace, soaring high ceilings with decorative wood accents, large area for pool table with custom wood cabinetry with wet bar, expansive master suite will accommodate the most lavish furnishings, On-Suite bath area with ample space for extra storage and large walk in closet, 4 bedrooms with 4 full bathrooms grouped down a center hall. Additional features include beautiful back yard with tiered brick patio leading to the in ground pool area which overlooking the river, large brick patio off the great room, 2 car garage off the home, with a separate building with 4 car garages and boat and RV storage, a full size gymnasium and weight room, boat launch direct to the river, Watauga River is some of the area s finest fly fishing, just minutes to the Pristine waters of Watauga Lake with year round activities. The land is level and situated on a dead end street which makes this home extremely private, fantastic location cradled in the foothills of Upper East Tennessee! This is a Rare Opportunity! Please call for you private showing
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Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Wet Bar
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Parquet
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 15
Has Basement
Basement Details: Interior Entry, Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Barbecue, Outdoor Grill
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
Fencing: Back Yard
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Building Information
Structure Type: House
Sq. Ft.: 7014.0
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick, Metal Siding, Wood Siding
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Arena, Garage(s), Gazebo, Outbuilding, Outdoor Kitchen, Pool House, RV/Boat Storage, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Size : 8.12
Lot Size Dimensions: see acreage
Lot Size Area: 8.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 8.12
Zoning: RES
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Landscaping, Sauna
Schools Information
Elementary School: Hunter
Middle Or Junior School: Hunter
High School: Unaka
Location Information
Directions: Elizabethton to Hwy L on 19E take first exit to Hwy 91 R on Blue Springs straight to Wilber Dam Road, At bridge do not go across. Vear to the left and turn R onto River Island Road, Property is at the end. See sign!
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Carter County
APN: 043 001.03
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 4, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Hunter Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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Unaka High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 20 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
Elizabethton, TN • 37643
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Elizabethton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.34M – $1.62M
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