A Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired compound perched above the Tennessee River Gorge on 10.89 private acres... available for the first time in over a decade. 15,000 square feet of architectural precision: floor-to-ceiling glass curtain walls, native stone masonry, cedar and steel construction designed to dissolve the boundary between interior and landscape. Six bedrooms. Eight full baths. Four half baths. Every room oriented toward 270-degree mountain and river views. The main level delivers a banquet hall anchored by a custom 14-seat glass table imported from Canada, an oval library with hand-painted ceiling, a home office, and a primary suite at the rear of the home with unobstructed gorge views. The circular bedroom tower at the front entry is a signature architectural feature. The lower level operates as a self-contained second residence -- 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths -- ideal for extended family, staff, or guests. For the car enthusiast: a 3,500 sqft main garage with four hydraulic lifts accommodating up to 14 vehicles, plus a separate 4-car garage. Outdoors: resort-style pool with motorized covers rated to 250 lbs, 12-person hot tub, screened porch with sink/refrigerator/dishwasher, courtyard with outdoor televisions, stone firepit, smoker, and accordion doors opening to the main garage. Outdoor wood-burning fireplace. 20 irrigation zones. Hundreds of landscape lights. Surround sound. RV hookup. Fully fenced with multiple gated entries. Tennessee -- no state income tax. Chattanooga -- Top Private Aviation FBO in the Country. 90 minutes to Nashville and Atlanta International Airports . A private estate of this caliber, in this tax environment, at this price point, does not exist anywhere else in the Southeast. Schedule your private showing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
10.89 acresLot Size
$575Price/Sq.Ft.
18 car garageParking
Listed by Sean Smith• Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
A Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired compound perched above the Tennessee River Gorge on 10.89 private acres. .. available for the first time in over a decade. 15,000 square feet of architectural precision: floor-to-ceiling glass curtain walls, native stone masonry, cedar and steel construction designed to dissolve the boundary between interior and landscape. Six bedrooms. Eight full baths. Four half baths. Every room oriented toward 270-degree mountain and river views. The main level delivers a banquet hall anchored by a custom 14-seat glass table imported from Canada, an oval library with hand-painted ceiling, a home office, and a primary suite at the rear of the home with unobstructed gorge views. The circular bedroom tower at the front entry is a signature architectural feature. The lower level operates as a self-contained second residence -- 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths -- ideal for extended family, staff, or guests. For the car enthusiast: a 3,500 sqft main garage with four hydraulic lifts accommodating up to 14 vehicles, plus a separate 4-car garage. Outdoors: resort-style pool with motorized covers rated to 250 lbs, 12-person hot tub, screened porch with sink/refrigerator/dishwasher, courtyard with outdoor televisions, stone firepit, smoker, and accordion doors opening to the main garage. Outdoor wood-burning fireplace. 20 irrigation zones. Hundreds of landscape lights. Surround sound. RV hookup. Fully fenced with multiple gated entries. Tennessee -- no state income tax. Chattanooga -- Top Private Aviation FBO in the Country. 90 minutes to Nashville and Atlanta International Airports . A private estate of this caliber, in this tax environment, at this price point, does not exist anywhere else in the Southeast. Schedule your private showing.
Public Records
Mar 25, 2014
Sold
$2,243,300
$147/sq ft
GCAR #1202917
Mar 21, 2014
Sold
$2,243,200
$147/sq ft
+20
Absolutely stunning estate home with breathtaking brow views of the Tennessee River Gorge. Designed by Barber and Choate with Frank Lloyd Wright principles, this serene and luxurious home is perfectly situated on 7.6 acres of pristine woodlands with a gated entry. While it is only 20 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, civilization seems worlds away. The gourmet kitchen will delight your inner chef with professional grade appliances, butler's pantry and refreshment center. Enjoy your meals in the formal dining room, breakfast area or at the curved peninsula bar. The magnificent library features curved walls with built-in cherry bookshelves and a domed ceiling. The master suite is truly an owner's retreat with beautiful views, ample sitting areas, multiple bathrooms and dressing areas, and private deck. Guests will appreciate the privacy of their quarters which boasts native stone and curved glass walls, as well as a private courtyard and bath. The 3 additional bedrooms are spacious and also offer lovely views and private baths. Entertain your family and friends in the incredible glass fronted living and family rooms or in the awesome 3,000 +/- sq. ft. indoor pool room which features soaring ceilings, kitchen/dining area, his and her dressing areas with baths and a wall of windows and doors which open up to a new sport court. Outdoor living areas are plentiful with numerous decks, including a fabulous observation deck and a circular screened porch. Relax by the pond with trickling waterfall and fire pit for added fun on cool nights. There is just too much to mention here regarding this amazing and unique home and property. Please call for more information and your private showing today.
Public Records
Dec 9, 2011
Sold
$2,300,000
$151/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,960
2024
$17,960
2023
$17,960 (+4.2%)
2022
$17,237
2021
$17,237
2020
$17,231
2019
$17,231 (+5.4%)
2018
$16,346
2017
$16,346
2016
$16,346 (−3.0%)
2015
$16,851
2014
$16,851
Public record
Beds
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Baths
11
Stories
1
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Lot size
10.52 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Finished Sq. Ft.
17,768
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
17,768
Year built
1994
Style
Other
County
Marion County
APN
102 00420 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
Climate risks
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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