144 Parksville Road, Benton, TN 37307 - Polk County

A historic country estate with two distinct dwellings at the base of the Cherokee National Forest. A rare opportunity awaits at 144 Parksville Road, a country estate on just over eight acres featuring two dwellings a stately four-bedroom main house and a fairytale storybook cottage currently operating as a successful short-term rental, known on Instagram as @benwoodgardens. Whether you continue its rental legacy or transform it into the perfect mother-in-law suite, this property offers versatility and timeless appeal. Originally built as a summer retreat for the Knox family of Cleveland, Tennessee, the main residence is a distinguished four-bedroom, three-bath home that blends historic character with thoughtful updates. Inside, a gentlemen's study, formal dining hall, and breakfast room flow beautifully throughout the home. The kitchen's wood-burning fireplace invites cozy mornings, while a second fireplace in the study adds warmth and charm. The storybook cottage, tucked quietly among the trees, was featured in Domino Magazine and will soon appear on Homeworthy for a full house tour adding to its growing acclaim. It conveys fully furnished, offering a truly turn-key opportunity for continued short-term rental success or as a private guest retreat. Outdoors, you'll find a metal barn, chicken coop, fruit orchard, and a small fenced animal paddock with a custom duck house perfect for those dreaming of a mini farm or simply embracing country living. With just over eight acres bordering the Cherokee National Forest, there's endless room to explore, ride horses, and enjoy the beauty of the Ocoee region. Just minutes from Parksville Lake and the Ocoee River, and 36 miles from Blue Ridge, Georgia, this extraordinary property offers the best of East Tennessee living a rare blend of history, charm, and natural beauty.

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