Pretty setting and a koi pond! Over 12 acres in Tennessee. $1,100,000.
A Historic Mountain Retreat on Missionary Ridge
Finding a large piece of land so close to a city is rare. This property on Missionary Ridge offers over 12 acres of private woods and green space. It has been in the same family since 1977, and it is easy to see why they stayed so long. The home sits high up and offers beautiful winter views of the mountains. It feels like a quiet escape, yet you are only minutes away from the energy of downtown Chattanooga.
Address: 2910 Crest Terrace Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37404 Price: $1,100,000
Space to Grow and Create The land is the star of the show here. With 12.4 acres, there is plenty of room to explore or build more. The driveway is very convenient, winding from the top at Crest Terrace Drive all the way through to the back exit on Mary Walker. This makes getting in and out simple. If you like gardening or being outside, the yard has lots of open space. There is even an old Koi pond that a new owner could fix up and enjoy again.
Features:
- 12.4 private acres
- Missionary Ridge location
- Wooded and sloped land
- Winding driveway with two exits
- Old Koi pond
- Minutes from schools and hospitals
A Home with Character This is not a house you will find in a typical suburban neighborhood. Built in 1930, it has a lot of history and unique style. The exterior uses a mix of wood and brick with a classic shake shingle roof. It is a multi-level home with three stories, giving everyone their own space. Inside, you will find beautiful details like natural woodwork and beamed ceilings that you just don’t see in new builds today.
Features:
- Built in 1930
- Wood and brick exterior
- Shake shingle roof
- Three-story layout
- Beamed ceilings
- Natural woodwork
- 4,476 square feet of living space
Room for Everyone The layout of the house is flexible. There are four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The main bedroom is conveniently located on the first floor. For those who like to host, the house has several different areas to gather. There is a formal dining room and a large living room for guests. A unique part of the home is the kitchen setup. There is a small butler’s kitchen on the main floor, while the full kitchen and breakfast area are on the lowest level.
Features:
- 4 bedrooms
- 4 full bathrooms
- Primary bedroom on main floor
- Butler’s kitchen
- Main kitchen on lower level
- Breakfast room
- Great room
Extra Buildings and Potential Besides the main house, there are extra structures that add a lot of value. There is a detached garage for your car and a separate building that used to be an art studio. This studio sits over a carport and could be turned into a workshop or a guest house. Because the home has been well-loved for decades, it is ready for someone to come in with fresh ideas. It is a perfect spot for someone looking to create a family compound or a private creative retreat.
Features:
- Detached single garage
- Separate studio building
- Covered carport
- Four fireplaces (gas and wood-burning)
- Hardwood and terrazzo flooring
- Vaulted ceilings
Comfort and Convenience While the home has a vintage soul, it has the modern basics you need. It uses central heating and air to keep things comfortable year-round. There is a laundry closet on the lower level and plenty of built-in storage throughout the rooms. Living here means you get the peace of the woods without giving up the city. You are close to the local hospitals, shopping centers, and restaurants that make Chattanooga a great place to live.
Features:
- Central air and heating
- Natural gas connected
- Laundry closet
- Built-in storage features
- Proximity to downtown Chattanooga
- Mountain and tree views
From Zillow
Wow! Such a cool property and a unique opportunity to own 12.4 +/- private acres on Missionary Ridge just minutes from schools, hospitals, shopping, restaurants and downtown Chattanooga. The property would make the perfect artist’s retreat or residential compound and has been owned by the same family since 1977. While there have been many updates over the years, the home is ready for a new owner with the vision and creativity to take up residence and make it their own.
The home is multi-leveled and boasts a wood and brick exterior with a shake shingle roof, multiple outdoor living areas, a detached single garage, and a separate building that was once used as a studio over a carport and could be restored for extra parking and your artistic or workshop endeavors. The driveway comes in from Crest Terrace Dr at the top and winds all the way through the property to the back exiting on Mary Walker, providing easy ingress and egress. Much of the acreage is wooded, but there is plenty of green space for outdoor fun or gardening and an old Koi pond that is ready to be brought back to life.
The home features 3 or 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with the primary on the main, as well as multiple gathering areas including living, dining, and family rooms. There is a butler’s kitchen on the main level, and the true kitchen, breakfast room and great room are located on the lowest level. Definitely not your cookie-cutter home or property and will appeal to those who enjoy the craftsmanship of a different era, the privacy offered by the beautiful acreage, the Missionary Ridge winter views, and the proximity to downtown Chattanooga, so please call for more information and to schedule your private showing today. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify any and all information they deem important.
