287 Hanks Chapel Rd, Riceville, TN 37370

The full essence of this estate can only be captured first hand. Pictures and words fall short of portraying the full sense of this home. Experience this 10 acre country estate with its 5 bedroom, 3 bath home and barn. The homes interior is evocative of a cabin or mountain chalet, but it successfully has the feel of a traditional style home, also. It appeals to both without excluding either. Walls and ceilings on the lower level are natural finished tongue and groove pine. The master suite features an open joist ceiling finished natural. Floors in the common living areas and master suite are stained, smooth, plank flooring, tastefully combined with high quality, thick, plush carpeting in hallway, bedrooms, and large den with patio doors opening to huge 10' X 40' deck. Deck is also accessed from the Kitchen / Dining area for easy entertaining, Bar B-Q, or camp fire in the backyard. The large pantry ensures your party does not run short on food. There are 2 bedrooms and full bath upstairs. Full Unfinished basement offers multiple possibilities: Workshop, Garage conversion, Storage, living area expansion, or let your creative, imagination flow.... Barn features 1 car garage with power and concrete floor. Carport on the side. Estimated 2 1/2 to 3 acres groomed and cleared. Rest of acreage is wooded with a growing trail system. A Blackberry patch can be found in the small meadow. And a Blueberry patch has been planted on the south lawn. The seller says the soil is rich in nitrogen, great for a Garden. There's wildlife too that is not so great for gardening, but you might like hunting too. There is a well for the garden. House is on public water. Internet is DSL. Current owner virtually commutes.. Verizon has served well, getting 4G and smooth streaming. Fiberoptics for the area is being discussed, but buyer to verify planning to own satisfaction. Home is conveniently located 15 minutes Athens, TN, or 25 minutes from Cleveland, TN. Shopping, services, and employment in both. Centrally located 45 minutes to an hour between Chattanooga and Knoxville, TN. Boating, fishing, canoeing, rafting, kayaking, hiking, camping, motorcycling, gliders, and more are all close by on the Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Tennessee rivers. In the Cherokee National Forest, and the Great Smoky Mountains. Come live the adventure that awaits you.