Watts Bar Lake was formed in 1942 when the Tennessee Valley Authority completed Watts Bar Dam, flooding the valley to control flooding, generate hydroelectric power, and drive economic growth across East Tennessee. During World War II, the dam’s power fed directly into the classified Manhattan Project operations at nearby Oak Ridge — making this stretch of water part of one of the most consequential engineering efforts in American history. The lake now spans over 39,000 acres and 700 miles of shoreline across four counties, and the original town of Spring City, once called Sulphur Springs, was relocated when the rising water covered its old site. On a rise above that same lake, in the Cumberland Plateau community of Grandview, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath log siding home at 1218 Bear Den Trl just had its price cut $20,000 to $205,000.
New Log Siding and a Walkout Floating Dock
The listing highlights are practical and lake-focused: log siding home, new log siding, and a new walkout floating dock lead the list of features. Built in 1991, the home offers 1,176 square feet with both water and mountain views, giving it the kind of dual outlook that’s genuinely hard to find on Watts Bar. The 1-acre lot backs up with direct access down to the water, and the new dock means the lake is ready to use from day one rather than a future project.
A Firepit, a Spa, and Updated Interior Touches
Beyond the exterior work, the home comes with a backyard firepit for evenings by the water, plus a spa on the property. Inside, recent updates include a new dishwasher and new hickory cabinets, alongside hardwood, carpet, and vinyl flooring throughout. The basement is unfinished, leaving room to expand the living space, and the home has a working fireplace for cooler months even with central gas heat already in place.
The Practical Details
Heating runs on gas, with central cooling for summer comfort. The kitchen comes equipped with a dishwasher, range/oven, and refrigerator, all included in the sale. Parking is generous, with six total spaces across a detached garage, carport, and off-street parking. The roof is metal, and the foundation is a standard footing build.
The Numbers
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Price | $205,000 ($174/sq ft) — reduced $20,000 on 8/29 |
| Location | 1218 Bear Den Trl, Grandview, TN 37337 |
| Home Size | 1,176 sq ft |
| Bedrooms / Bathrooms | 3 / 2 full |
| Lot Size | 1 acre |
| Year Built | 1991 |
| View | Water and mountain |
| Water / Sewer | Not specified in listing |
| Heating / Cooling | Gas / Central |
| Parking | 6 spaces (detached garage, carport, off-street) |
| Annual Taxes | $323 |
Why Grandview
Grandview sits on the eastern edge of the Cumberland Plateau in Rhea County, just a few miles from Spring City and directly on the shores of Watts Bar Lake — one of the largest reservoirs in the entire TVA system. The lake’s history runs deep, from its wartime role powering the Manhattan Project to its ongoing draw for boating, fishing, and lakefront living across four counties of shoreline. For a buyer looking for genuine water access with mountain views, a home already updated with a new dock and new siding, and a price that just dropped, Grandview offers a rare combination of scenery and value on one of East Tennessee’s most storied lakes.
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