242 Overlook Drive
Sparta, TN 38583 · 3 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms · listed November 9, 2026
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- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Sq ft
- 3,840
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Log home, built 2006. Three bedrooms, four bathrooms (three full, one half), 3,840 sq ft on 10.51 acres in Sparta, TN 38583. Six-car detached garage, finished basement, two fireplaces, hardwood and luxury vinyl plank floors. In the Hickory Valley Highlands subdivision.
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Stunning, picturesque views of Hickory Valley and Spencer Mountain create an unforgettable backdrop for this custom-built log home, 10.514 acres. Combining beautiful craftsmanship with features that support a more self-sufficient lifestyle, this distinctive retreat offers raised garden beds, a stocked pond, private well water with a water softener, and a 24kW Generac generator. Soaring ceilings, exposed log beams, expansive windows, and white oak floors bring warmth and character to the interior, while spacious decks invite you to relax and enjoy the scenery. The kitchen features hickory cabinets, a professional refrigerator, gas range, and a center island topped with black walnut harvested from the property. Wood-burning stoves in the main living area and primary bedroom provide cozy supplemental heat. The primary suite includes a walk-in cedar closet and marble shower, while the loft offers a welcoming sitting area with a window seat. The finished walkout basement provides comfortable guest quarters with a kitchen, hickory cabinets, living area, two bedrooms, and a bathroom with laundry facilities--ideal for extended stays or multigenerational living. Additional features include a safe room/storm shelter, Superior Walls concrete foundation system, two gas HVAC systems, an on-demand water heater, PEX plumbing, security system, fiber internet, accessibility features, and an attached two-car garage. A detached 30x40 insulated garage/workshop with heating, air conditioning, and a full bath offers excellent space for projects and storage, complemented by woodshed. Utility district water is also available. With room to grow your own food, enjoy outdoor recreation, and embrace a more sustainable country lifestyle, this exceptional property brings together everyday comfort and the beauty of Tennessee living.
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MLS # 1361512. Last updated: Nov 9, 11:22 AM EST.
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