About 1960 Blackthorn Trail
RARE, HIGH-PERFORMING GRANDFATHERED SHORT-TERM RENTAL — this custom-built luxury log home features 12 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, and approved occupancy sleeping up to 56 guests, designed to maximize rental income. The property is legally grandfathered under current Sevier County STR regulations, fully permitted and compliant, and was constructed prior to newer sprinkler requirements, preserving its lawful operating status. Proven rental history includes $284,912 (2021), $295,721 (2022), $269,565 (2023), and $286,682 (2024). Projected 2026 gross revenue is $275,000, with over $140,000 already booked and collected, providing immediate income visibility. The cabin offers wonderful mountain views, including breathtaking views of Mt. Le Conte by day and star-filled skies at night, and has been newly furnished and updated within the past 24 months. Offered fully furnished and turnkey, and conveniently located minutes from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Dollywood, this is an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking secure STR rights, strong historical cash flow, high-occupancy capacity, and minimal regulatory risk in a premier Smoky Mountain destination.
