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***Multiple offers received! Deadline for all offers is 2:00 P.M.EST Saturday, 11/08 with a response from the Seller by 5:00 P.M. EST the same day.*** Discover a hidden gem rich in history and natural beauty at 5501 W Martin Mill Pike. Nestled on 2 private wooded acres, this rustic modern home offers a peaceful retreat just a few minutes from downtown Knoxville and McGhee Tyson Airport. Once part of the original homestead of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Cormac McCarthy, one of his works ''No Country for Old Men'' was adapted into the movie. This property carries a rare literary legacy and timeless Appalachian charm. Inside, you'll find warm wood finishes, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, and large picture windows that fill the home with natural light and serene wooded views. Outdoors, the property unfolds with mature trees, an old smokehouse/cabin, and a garage / workshop area perfect for creative projects or restoration. Remnants of the Victorian-style koi pond, hidden behind a stand of bamboo, awaits rediscovery. Ideal for those seeking a homestead, mini-farm, or private artist's retreat, this one-of-a-kind property offers endless potential to restore, reimagine, or simply enjoy its peaceful beauty. Highlights: 2 wooded acres minutes from Downtown Knoxville Garage / Workshop, vintage smokehouse/cabin Once part of Cormac McCarthy's (No Country for Old Men) former homestead Rustic ranch-style home with modern-rustic design elements Great potential for homestead, hobby farm, or short-term rental A rare opportunity to own a piece of Knoxville history with unmatched character, privacy, and potential.
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2BEDS
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2ACRES
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2BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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968SQFT
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$310$/SQFT
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***Multiple offers received! Deadline for all offers is 2:00 P.M.EST Saturday, 11/08 with a response from the Seller by 5:00 P.M. EST the same day.*** Discover a hidden gem rich in history and natural beauty at 5501 W Martin Mill Pike. Nestled on 2 private wooded acres, this rustic modern home offers a peaceful retreat just a few minutes from downtown Knoxville and McGhee Tyson Airport. Once part of the original homestead of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Cormac McCarthy, one of his works ''No Country for Old Men'' was adapted into the movie. This property carries a rare literary legacy and timeless Appalachian charm. Inside, you'll find warm wood finishes, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, and large picture windows that fill the home with natural light and serene wooded views. Outdoors, the property unfolds with mature trees, an old smokehouse/cabin, and a garage / workshop area perfect for creative projects or restoration. Remnants of the Victorian-style koi pond, hidden behind a stand of bamboo, awaits rediscovery. Ideal for those seeking a homestead, mini-farm, or private artist's retreat, this one-of-a-kind property offers endless potential to restore, reimagine, or simply enjoy its peaceful beauty. Highlights: 2 wooded acres minutes from Downtown Knoxville Garage / Workshop, vintage smokehouse/cabin Once part of Cormac McCarthy's (No Country for Old Men) former homestead Rustic ranch-style home with modern-rustic design elements Great potential for homestead, hobby farm, or short-term rental A rare opportunity to own a piece of Knoxville history with unmatched character, privacy, and potential.
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