Watauga Lake Homes for Sale

Watauga LakeMisty Oaks Real Estate has open lots and homes for sale near Watauga Lake in Tennessee. Located in Johnson County, Watauga Lake is a man-made lake that was built over the original Butler town between 1942 and 1948 by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). While the original Butler town now exists as an underwater ghost town that can no longer be visited, the “new” Butler town exists just a few miles away from its older predecessor. Here, we look at the Top 6 properties in both Watauga and Butler County near Watauga Lake.

Lick Creek Road

Occupying 11.7 acres of the Bluff City area, Lick Creek Road is a great lot to purchase for nature lovers who want to build their home surrounded by forests and gorgeous mountain views. Neighboring school districts to this area include the Carter County, Sullivan County, and Washington County School Districts. Schools near Lick Creek Road include Central Elementary School, Happy Valley Jr. High School, and Happy Valley High School.

Rasnick Hollow Road

Another beautiful lot to consider for nature lovers looking for privacy and a quiet wooded area to build a home or a nice vacation cabin is Rasnick Hollow Road. Occupying 5.5 acres of the Carter County area, Rasnick Hollow Road also offers gorgeous mountain views and road access. Neighboring school districts include the Carter County School District and the Elizabethton City and Sullivan County School Districts. Nearby schools include Keenburg Elementary School, T. A. Dugger Jr. High School, and Elizabethton High School.

Deer Run Court

For amazing views of Cherokee National Forest and easy access to Watauga Lake, one cleared-out lot that’s perfect for homebuilding is Deer Run Court located in Johnson County. Occupying 1.28 acres of the Watauga area in The Harbour subdivision, Deer Run Court is an hour away from both Bristol, Tenessee and the neighboring town of Abington, Virginia. The lot is also just 45 minutes away from Boone, North Carolina. The nearest schools to Deer Run Court is Roan Creek Elementary School, Johnson County Jr. High School, and Johnson County High School. Another nearby school district is Cannon County School District.

Jimmy Hollow Road

Another lot that offers easy access to Watauga Lake and Cherokee National Forest is Jimmy Hollow Road, also located in Johnson County. Occupying an amazing 40.50 acres of the Watauga area, Jimmy Hollow Road is another great choice lot for nature lovers wanting to enjoy a lot of privacy and gorgeous mountain and lake views. Nearby schools include Doe Elementary School, Johnson County Jr. High School, and Johnson County High School.

Dry Hill Road

One of the best lots to build a home within a gated community is Dry Hill Road, which also offers access to Watauga Lake and amazing views of Cherokee National Forest. Occupying 3.5 acres of the Watauga area, Dry Hill Road also has access to Appalachian trails, lakeside restaurants, farmer’s markets and shopping, including antique shopping. At Watauga Lake, residents also enjoy activities such as fishing, swimming, and boating.  Nearby schools include Doe Elementary School, Johnson County Jr. High School, and Johnson County High School.

Bear Ridge Drive

One more excellent lot to build a home that’s also minutes away from Watauga Lake is Bear Ridge Drive. Occupying 1 acre of the Watauga area, Bear Ridge Drive offers amazing privacy within a gated community with only the local wildlife for neighbors and an abundance of forest area. Neighboring schools include Doe Elementary School, Hampton Jr. High School, Hampton High School.

To learn more about the lots for sale near Watauga lake, call Misty Oaks Real Estate at (423) 727-3021 or send us an email.