OFF THE GRID PROPERTY!! IF YOU ARE WANTING PRIVACY AND TO BE SELF SUFFICIENT, THIS IS FOR YOU! This very unique A-frame cabin does not have any public utilities, but it has all you need to live comfortably. It offers an upstairs bedroom, main level living room/dining area, full bath with on-demand hot water, and kitchen. The water is collected from the rain into 2 huge tanks; the electric is solar; the sewer is a unique home made design. This property has been on VRBO and Air B & B, and has done very well for weekend rentals- lots of potential. There is space for more cabins; the view is of the Chestnut Mountain range There is too much to say about this property to put into words, you just need to experience this property. If you want total modern amenities, then this is NOT for you; this is for the "off the grid" person. It's also great for a vacation cabin. Fishing, hiking, white water sports, hunting are some of the local activities. ONLY $99,000!
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
4.7 acresLot Size
$244Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Robert Praytor• KW Cleveland
Bought with madison trewhitt Trewhitt• KW Cleveland
Off-the-grid! This rustic cabin is on 4.7 acres and located off a forest service road within the national forest. There is plenty of privacy and pretty mountain views. The area is abundant with wildlife - enjoy watching deer, turkey, and more from the decks. While no utilities are available in the national forest, electricity is provided by a generator that conveys with the property. Water has been via gravity flow from a water tank; tank is not presently set up. A full bath is on the main level with a composting toilet; the shower & sink have not been plumbed. The fireplace has gas logs and provides heat to the cabin. There is a gas water heater ready to be installed. A combination kitchen/laundry area has washer/dryer hookups and shelving for a mini-kitchen (no appliances). Several decks enjoy views of the property; both rear decks overlook the woods and views of the mountains. While the cabin still needs some finish work, it is comfortably useable as it is as a get-away. If you really want to embrace off-the-grid living full time, you can complete the cabin to function as you want it. A unique property! No owner financing available.
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Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: See Remarks
Fireplace Features: Gas
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log
Foundation Details: Permanent
Property Features
Has View
Horses Allowed
Other Equipment: Generator
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded, Steep Slope, Secluded
Lot Size Dimensions: 4.7 acres
Lot Size Area: 4.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 4.7
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $317
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Other
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Benton
Middle Or Junior School: Chilhowee
High School: Polk County
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy. 64 & Hwy. 411 intersection, go north on Hwy. 411 for approx. 10 miles to right on Hwy. 30, go approx. 6 miles to Reliance, left on Hwy. 315 for approx. 3 miles to left on Spring Creek Rd, , cross concrete bridge over Spring Creek, turn right on first road (forest service road)- this is Tinker Branch Rd., keep right on this road, property is at the end of the road- steep driveway up to cabin- plenty of level parking at cabin.
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Public facts
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Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
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Home facts updated by county records on May 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Benton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 11.1mi
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Chilhowee Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.1mi
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Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
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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
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$214,000 – $259,000
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