7907 N Ruggles Ferry Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924 (MLS# 302459)

RARE FIND: A secluded five-acre estate on the banks of the river surrounded by 100+ acres of protected farmland; featuring 5800+ square feet with five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a fully finished daylight basement, and new saltwater pool. No restrictions, No HOA, and only 12 minutes toDowntown Knoxville! The custom iron entry gates are shared only by the private farm as your driveway winds through acres of mature hardwoods to your river-front estate. From the moment you enter the hand-carved oak doors you're drawn to the beauty of the open-riser helical staircase and cathedral ceilings.Nearly every window is filled with water views with the rest being forest and farmland. The great room welcomes you with floor to ceiling windows filling the room with natural light and breathtaking views of the river and pool, two-story stone fireplace, and a balcony; the ideal space for alfresco dining while watching the sunset on the water. Just off the great room, French doors lead to the office with custom cabinetry and expansive windows that essentially bring the forest into the room. Adjacent to the great room is the remodeled kitchen with clean lines, quartz countertops, and breakfast nook surrounded by windows and skylights. The spacious formal dining room is breathtaking with cathedral ceilings and custom windows showcasing the river. Retreat to the main-level primary suite where the walls of windows, skylights, and double doors that open to the private patio give the essence of sleeping under the stars; a perfect spot to sip coffee as the sun rises above the trees. The ensuite bath with custom walk-in shower and soaking tub have been beautifully updated, and the attached sunroom gives the feeling of being suspended above the trees with the ever-flowing river just outside. Downstairs, the fully-finished, daylight basement with two bedrooms, ensuite baths, kitchen, and wood-burning fireplace is truly an entertainer's dream. Just outside the expansive flagstone patio with custom saltwater pool and panoramic river views provide a space to make a lifetime of memories. Properties like this don't come along often. Make this one yours.