Riveridge on the Holston RiverN E W M A R K E T , T E N N E S S E E

Brian Hartley, Associate BrokerCell: 303.690.3155 | Toll Free: 866.734.6100

William Cooper , Director of Land Services

3201 Trevor Street | Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37209

Cell: 615.427.1146 | Main: 615.669.5480

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The property is situated on the third highest point in

Jefferson County with incredible views overlooking the

Holston River, one of two main tributaries of the Tennessee

River. With access to out-the-door trout fishing, hunting,

hiking, horseback riding, boating and many other

outdoor activities, Riveridge is a unique opportunity as a

private or corporate retreat in an outdoorsman’s paradise.

A spectacular, custom-built 8,000 sqft Lodge is offered

along with a 5,500 sqft ridge-top home, 1,500 sqft utility

barn, and Byerley Island, an 18-acre island surrounded

by clear water. Adjacent Byerley Island offers recreational

opportunities for picnics, canoeing and waterfowl

hunting, and the Holston River offers plentiful brown and

rainbow trout. In addition, 7 of Trout Unlimited’s top 100

trout streams are within driving distance of Riveridge,

making the property an angler’s paradise. From hunting

and fishing the famed watersheds of East Tennessee, to

the canoeing and hiking, this one-of-a-kind recreational

property offers the place to experience the outdoor

lifestyle.

Introduction:

Riveridge on the Holston RiverN E W M A R K E T , T E N N E S S E E

Brian Hartley, Associate Broker

Toll Free: 866.734.6100

Office: 303.542.2008

Cell: 303.690.3155

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Only 45 minutes from the Knoxville Airport and less than a half day’s drive from most of southeastern United States,

Riveridge is much easier to get to than it is to leave. Situated less than an hour away from Smoky Mountain National Park,

Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Knoxville, Tennessee, Riveridge is an ideal location for easy access to the best in the Great

Smoky Mountains with the quiet separation of a beautiful, rural retreat.

Located 25 miles northeast of Knoxville in the ridge system that defines the Great Tennessee Valley, many landmarks are

within close travel of Riveridge. These include, University of Tennessee - 30 minutes, Jefferson City and Carson-Newman

College - 12 minutes, Sevierville - 20 minutes, and Gatlinburg - 40 minutes.

The area features a continental climate with moderate year-round temperatures. The mild winter climate offers

temperatures around 50°F, although nights can feel much cooler. The area is at its warmest during the months of June,

July and August, when temperatures average 86°F, often climbing higher during the sunniest time of day. Average annual

daytime temperatures are 69°F. Precipitation levels are rarely excessive with annual averages of 47 inches. Rainfall is spread

fairly evenly throughout the year, with a slightly less chance of rain during the warm autumn months.

Location:

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The 55-acre property is situated on the third highest point in Jefferson County overlooking the Holston River, one of two

main tributaries of the Tennessee River. The many scenic river overlooks provide a great way to enjoy the property via rock

promontories and man-made decks. From the high-ridge park-like setting, the lodge and surrounding property offer views

of the countless hollows and ridges that gave the Great Smoky Mountains their name. From many vantage points there

are magnificent views of the Smoky Mountains to the south, the Clinch Mountains to the north and the Holston River

Valley that runs between them. The 55 acres of bluffs and ridgelines are accessed by a central road system intertwined

with many walking trails leading to overlooks capturing magnificent landscapes and perspectives. The timber ridge trails

running throughout the property offer access to great hunting, hiking and biking opportunities. There is a small pond on

the property, as well as a very unique cave above the river. Numerous lookout points are perfectly situated to catch majestic

sunsets and enjoy warm campfires with family and friends.

In addition to the 55-acre property where the lodge and other structures are located, this offering includes Byerley Island.

This a remarkable 18-acre island surrounded by clear water and easily accessible across a shallow ford. The island is located

several miles downstream from Riveridge proper, a short drive or enjoyable half-day float. The permanent scenic beauty of

Byerley Island is assured by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) regulations that govern Holston River waterway lands and

provide full access for recreational, not development, purposes. The island is an ideal destination for secluded camping,

fishing and hunting.

Acreage:

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After nearly two years of construction, the custom-built

Riveridge Lodge was completed in 2003. Additionally, the

original ridge-top home was remodeled and expanded

in 2007. All in all, this stunning property includes the

8,000 sqft lodge, a 5,500 sqft ridge-top home and 1,500

sqft utility barn. There is a 1,250 sqft home at the property

entrance suitable for a caretaker’s quarters or other uses.

Atop the bluffs and ridges, the Riveridge Lodge offers

extraordinary views of the countless hollows and ridges

that unfold in the mists. The astounding 8,000 sqft lodge

combines the warm ambiance of an Appalachian log home

with the grand open style of a western lodge. The building

is completely custom-designed with Appalachian-style

log construction containing over 40,000 feet of white

pine board logs. Each log was hand-hewn with an early

American style axe and then hand-notched. Over 2,000

sqft of covered porch wraps around this masterpiece

offering scenic views in every direction while providing

many places to relax, enjoy life and retreat into one of the

most beautiful areas in the country.

Improvements:

The lodge great room welcomes guests in a 2,400 sqft

enormous space with a breathtaking fireplace. This

structure weighs over 187 tons, consisting of legacy stone

combined from nine different mid-nineteenth century

backwood’s cabins. A 300-year-old bluff red cedar tree

carved and notched to fit serves as the mantle piece.

Stretching from one end of the great room to the other,

five ten-foot sections of hand-hewn log tables can be

configured as a single long table. A custom-designed

commercial kitchen facility joins a traditionally-designed

family kitchen, all of which can be closed off from the

lodge’s great room for special events.

Providing plenty of space for guests, there are seven

bedrooms and ten baths, making this lodge ideal for

hosting everything from large family functions to

corporate events or even bed and breakfast patrons. The

main lodge combines many accommodating features

beyond the spacious layout.

If additional lodging is needed, above the bluff sits the

ridge-top home. This 5,500 sqft residence has eight

bedrooms and seven baths. Four of these bedrooms are

executive-sized with their own bathroom and Jacuzzi and

are connected to the home by a breezeway. This beautiful

structure also has multiple porches and decks with

incredible views.

The unique vantage point of the lodge porches rewards

the early riser as deer and wild turkey make their morning

Improvements: (Continued)

forays in the meadow below, and still forgives the late

sleeper with an encore evening performance against the

backdrop of an East Tennessee sunset. A short distance

from the lodge, a remote three-tiered deck overlooks the

river from the edge of a limestone bluff, where soaring

eagles are a common sight. Awaken in restful peace

to the sounds of nature in anticipation of another day

of tranquility or adventure at Riveridge Lodge, while

tantalizing aromas of freshly baked breads and coffee drift

through the halls and gently coax you from bed.

Envision yourself, family, business partners, or friends

sitting upon the expansive decks and porches overlooking

the beautiful Holston River where some of the South’s

finest trout fishing is located. Whether on the river or

around the table, at Riveridge there is no tradition quite

like the gathering of family and friends. Experience a quiet

picnic along the river, a lively dinner at the great long

table or a simple morning cup of coffee by the crackling

fire. This is the backdrop of Riveridge.

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At Riveridge, fly fishing is our passion and we are surrounded by some of the best, most diverse destinations in the country.

East Tennessee is not only blessed with gorgeous, rugged mountains that harbor wild rainbow, brown and brook trout, it

is also home to numerous large tailwater fisheries that provide ample opportunities for trophy trout and smallmouth bass

fishing. For those unfamiliar, a tailwater fishery is a river that is created by water release from a dam. Years ago, Tennessee

Valley Authority (TVA) dammed numerous rivers to create large reservoirs. For the purpose of flood control and power

generation, water is consistently released through large turbines at the dam forming a river below. Because this water

is drawn from deep inside the reservoir and barely affected by air temperatures above the water, temperatures are very

consistent, approximately 50 degrees on average, which is ideal for trout.

This means that whether a 90-degree summer day or a 30-degree winter day, water temperatures in a tailwater fishery

will still remain in the neighborhood of 50 degrees. However, the farther down river from the dam, the more temperature

fluctuations are seen in the water. Tailwater downriver temperatures depend on how frequently water is discharged from

the dam and the depth of the reservoir. Shallower reservoirs do not have as much “insulation,” and can ultimately lose that

cold water (or warm water, depending on season) layer in seasons of heavy water release.

The nutrients in this reservoir water are quite different than a free-flowing mountain stream, creating significant variance

in aquatic life in the tailwater below. The result is usually an abundant and constant supply of food that allows the fish to

grow at a much faster rate.

Live Water:

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the

few wild trout sanctuaries in the United States. With

elevations up to 6,643 feet, heavy

canopies keep streams cool and

ample rainfall maintains ideal

water levels. The park boasts

over 700 miles of fishable trout

water within its Tennessee and

North Carolina boundaries.

Native brook trout (“brookies”)

still reside in a number of

these high elevation streams

with abundant wild brown

and rainbow trout calling the lower stretches home.

Introduced in the logging days, rainbow and brown

trout joined the brookies through various means of

stocking. After formation of the national park, the Park

Service continued to stock some of the more heavily-

fished streams, but ceased all stocking of rainbows and

browns in 1974. They have flourished ever since, making

the Great Smoky Mountains

National Park a wild trout

sanctuary, a rarity in the Unites

States and one-of-a-kind in the

southeast. The National Park

Service continues its efforts in

restoring the native brook trout

back to prominence and the

abundance and range should

only increase in coming years.

For the adventurous angler with deep wanderlust for

new, great water, seven of Trout Unlimited’s Top 100

Trout Streams are within driving distance of Riveridge.

These include the Clinch, Hiwassee, Holston, Little,

Chattooga, Davidson and Nantahala Rivers.

Nearby Live Water:

From hunting and fishing the famed watersheds of East

Tennessee, to canoeing and hiking, this property offers

a place to experience an outdoor lifestyle that everyone

can enjoy. In addition, since this property is located a

short 25 minutes from Knoxville and 40 minutes from

Gatlinburg, the area offers a number of convenient

attractions including the Great Smoky Mountains

National Park, some of the finest outlet shopping,

numerous golf courses, Dollywood and Gatlinburg.

Recreational Opportunities:

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This turnkey property is complete and ready for use in a variety of capacities. While Riveridge makes for

an outstanding private retreat, Rural Resort zoning enables wide usage options and additional development

opportunities. The Rural Resort designation is designed to encourage residential development, resorts and

similar uses to safely locate in an attractive rural setting that preserves and enhances the natural beauty. Based

on Riveridge acreage, significant additional structures can be built including cabins, townhouses and luxury

homes. Business opportunities include bed and breakfast, resort, conference center, ministry and planned

residential community.

Zoning:

SummaryRiveridge on the Holston River is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind

property. Whether as a private retreat, commercial enterprise, or

combination thereof, the potential is extensive. Enjoy activities from

exploring the land to casting a fly rod in solitude along the Holston

River. Try the many Riveridge traditions of sunsets and hors

d’oeuvres on the bluff deck, along with bonfires and old-time story

telling. This retreat provides a Mountain West type of experience

within a day’s drive of areas east of the Mississippi.

PRICE: $1.5M, Was $2.6MTAXES: $7,778 in 2014

(inclusive of the island acreage)

CONTACT: Brian Hartley, Broker

Toll Free: 866.734.6100 | Office: 303.542.2008

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Notes:1) This is a co-listing of Live Water Properties LLC and Equitable Land & Farm; an agent must be present to conduct a showing. The owners respectfully request that other

agents and/or prospective buyers contact the agent in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you.2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a

general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee.3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.

William Cooper , Director of Land Services

3201 Trevor Street | Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37209

Cell: 615.427.1146 | Main: 615.669.5480

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