Don't miss this property's exclusive website (http://www.3061marmore.com/mls) for additional photos, floor plans, etc! If you desire privacy, luxury, social distancing during these times of pandemic, and you also desire for home to be a place where your friends and family can safely gather, look no further than this exceptional grand lakefront estate on over 9 acres of land with over 500' of shoreline. Located near Knoxville, TN in Friendsville, this estate property is only 15 minutes away from the friendly small towns Maryville and Alcoa that feature shopping, fine eateries, a four year college with the Clayton Arts Center, a hospital and the Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport providing major airline service to wherever your business or vacation plans require. The Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Knoxville are just a short drive away. 3D WALK THROUGH TOUR available, see virtual tour link. Quality in every detail of planning is evident in this stone and stucco single level estate home. The open design of the home's central area features 22' ceilings from the great room to the kitchen including the dining area and keeping room, anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone chimney with see-through fireplace, and bathed in natural light with private views of the covered terrace to the expansive backyard and lake beyond.

The kitchen, with plenty of built in cabinets, features not just one but two islands with easy access to the walk-in pantry, dining area, and keeping room. The dining area is situated between the breakfast bar of the granite kitchen island and the see-through fireplace with exceptional views toward the lake. Wood beams and stone accents gives a sense of spaciousness that carries your attention from the kitchen and dining area to the great room. The great room area is perfect for conversation, reading, or watching TV while enjoying the fireplace and views the wonderful backyard and water.

To enjoy the sweeping backyard and lake views even more just venture out to the covered back terrace, with decorative metal railings that feature beautiful curved balusters, where there is room for outside dining, and enjoying the rocking chairs adjacent to an outside fireplace. There is also an open terrace for soaking up those warm winter rays of the sun or to cook utilizing the built-in gas grill area with counter space.

Beyond the terrace is nearly 4 acres of private backyard space that can be left as it is, or add a pool, tennis or pickle ball court, frisbee golf, golfing green, garden, all up to your imagination! There is over 500' of shoreline at the property's edge, a huge tree complete with tree swing, horseshoe pits, a place to secure canoes or kayaks and even a lakeside fire pit. The covered dock is exceptional and complete with a boat lift, covered seating, sundeck, and storage locker. Top the shoreline off with a set of easy step-in stairs and you've got everything you need for fun on the water.

The estate home welcomes all with a water fountain and benches framed by a circle driveway. The covered front entry is accented by tall columns leading to the french doors and foyer beyond. From the foyer the photo gallery leads eastward through a curved arch to guest bedrooms while the west hall, through its curved archway, leads to the master bedroom suite and the study or guest bedroom four. The master bedroom features a 10' trey ceiling, wood flooring and a private access to the covered terrace. The master bath offers a spa-like experience with a claw tub centered over a 13' ceiling with wood beam accents, a steam shower, dual vanities, and a large walk-in closet with custom shelving and storage.

The study, just across the hall from the master suite, is the perfect place to read, play chess or checkers, it features a fireplace, 10' trey ceiling, and a Murphy bed for accommodating an extra overnight visitor. Bedrooms two and three feature ensuite baths with custom tiled bath/showers and unique vanities for an elegant decorating flare plus both feature tall ceilings, plenty of natural like and walk-in closets.

Round out the main level with an attached two-car garage with plenty of room for storage closets and a drop zone.

Memories made with family and friends is a hallmark of this grand lake estate!