3005 Blue Springs Way

Located in the heart of picturesque Wears Valley, 3005 Blue Springs is a sprawling 30-acre estate with a stunning vista of Cove Mountain. Every corner of Blue Springs Estate promises serenity and inspiration. Here are a few details to share. Blue Springs Estate has upper and lower gated entrances, four '911 addresses have been assigned, four buildings, three 'sweet water' wells plus three septic systems. There are several choices of additional building sites offering views for future development. The private drive has three switchbacks and travels nearly a half-mile between the lower and upper gates. In a word, Blue Springs Estate is complex in a unique way and worth the effort to comprehend for your real estate needs. At the core of 3005 Blue Springs is a generous 2,600+ sq ft estate house that blends comfort and elegance. Its expansive great room seamlessly weaves together the living room with fireplace, dining room, and kitchen, creating an inviting space for family moments. The main level of the estate house also supports a bedroom with private screened patio, bathroom plus a utility room. In addition, the great room flows out to a ground level outdoor entertainment area. The utility room offers ingress/egress complete with a command center for a floor radiant heating system plus washer and dryer. The upper-level contains two additional bedrooms, a second bathroom plus an expansive family room - perfect for cozy evenings or lively gatherings. The second of four buildings located in Blue Springs Estate is the Octagon House. This was utilized as an original living residence during the construction of the Estate House and has a full bath and wood stove. The Octagon House is unique and can be rented or used as a guest cabin or to create a family compound estate. Between The Estate House and the Octagon House is a two-story split face block construction workshop with an upper-level office space. The black top drive turns to gravel past the Estate House to the upper reaches of the property. Here the route passes both the middle and upper switchbacks, each with sweeping views of Wears Valley and the Smokies beyond. Each switchback has potential building sites. Topping out on the upper most reaches of the property is perhaps the crown jewel of the Estate known as the Tower 360 (AKA The Art Tower). The Tower 360 beckons the inspired soul with its upper-level studio space with 360-degree windows showcasing the view. The Tower 360's lower level has a full bath plus storage and water treatment equipment. Near to the Tower 360 is the upper gate serving as an alternative entrance to the properties upper elevations and is accessed via Margaret Hollow Way. In addition, the upper elevation area of Blue Springs Estate including the Art Tower has received a 911 address 3009 Blue Springs Way. Adjacent to the Tower 360 is ample cleared space to build an upper estate house with a well and septic infrastructure ready. The trees have grown back over the years and with select clearing would open up the already spectacular views. The complex nature of 3005 Blue Springs with its possibilities are endless. Whether you envision it as a cherished family compound, multiple homesteads, or a prime overnight rental, Blue Springs' strategic location is unparalleled. You're just moments away from the area's iconic attractions. For example, the new segment of the Foothills Parkway plus the stealth entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park via Metcalf Bottoms are both nearby. In fact, the Metcalf Bottoms Picnic area sits on Little River Road in the GSMNP between Gatlinburg and the famous Wye near Townsand is only 7 minutes from Blue Springs. The attractions and shopping of Pigeon Forge are within a 15-minute drive. Buyers are welcome to determine the highest and best personal use of this unique Estate nestled in Wears Valley. Come immerse yourself and experience the magic of this breathtaking estate before it's embraced by another!