Historic House Listings

Off market. Old Trading Post at edge of Cherokee National Forest. Nine acres in Tn. $199,500

August 21, 2018

So much history! One side was an original trading post, while the other side was the homestead. Built in early 1800’s. Right at the edge of the Cherokee National Forest. Located on 9.2 acres in Jonesborough, Tennessee. The property also has two mobile homes on it. Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,838 square feet. $279,800 New price: $199,500

From the Zillow listing:

 

This historical early 1800”s log homestead and land consisting of 9.2 acres, with the original hand hewn log home (renovated), a large creek fed pond and wonderful mountain views is truly breathtaking. It was originally a homestead and a trading post conveniently located at the edge of the Cherokee National Forest. The trading post side has a stone fireplace and vaulted wood ceiling w/balcony. On the main floor, the kitchen, bath and sunroom along the back of the house has a beautiful view of the creek fed pond. The large living room is adjacent to a main level bedroom. The laundry facilities are also on the main floor! Upper decking is off master and lower decking off kitchen with a covered front porch. The 32`X 24` detached garage and carport add convenience and utility. Included also are the two renovated mobile homes: 14”X70” 3 BR, 2BA mobile home and 14”X70” 2 BR, 2 BA mobile home both with separate electric service.

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