πŸ’° $36K Annual Rental Revenue on a $309K Smoky Mountain Cabin

πŸ”οΈ Built in 2020, this fully furnished tiny cabin features a private hot tub, fire pit, wooded privacy, and has grossed over $72K during the past two years.

πŸ”οΈ Cozy Smoky Mountain Cabin Averaging Approximately $36K Per Year in Rental Revenue

πŸ’° Seller-Reported $72K+ Gross Revenue Over the Past Two Years (Approximately $36K Annually) β€’ Built in 2020 β€’ Fully Furnished β€’ Private Hot Tub β€’ Fire Pit β€’ Minutes from Dollywood

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🚨 Sometimes the Smallest Cabins Produce the Biggest Surprises

One of the biggest misconceptions in the Smoky Mountain STR market is that bigger always means better.

It doesn't.

This 400-square-foot tiny cabin has already proven that guests will happily choose a thoughtfully designed private retreat over a much larger home when the experience is right. Built in 2020, Bear Haven has generated more than $72,000 in seller-reported gross rental revenue over the past two years combined (approximately $36,000 annually on average), offering buyers an affordable entry point into one of the country's strongest vacation rental markets.

For investors looking for a lower-priced, low-maintenance STR with an established operating history, opportunities like this don't come around often.

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🏑 The Asset

2691 Jessie Rd #6

Sevierville, TN

πŸ’° Offered at: $309,900

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • 400 Sq Ft

  • Built in 2020

  • Seller-Reported $72,000+ Gross Revenue Over the Past Two Years (Approximately $36,000 Annually)

  • Fully Furnished

  • Private Hot Tub

  • Fire Pit

  • Fireplace

  • Outdoor Grill

  • Wooded Setting

For buyers seeking an affordable vacation rental with proven guest demand, this property checks a lot of boxes.

πŸ’° Proven Rental Performance

This isn't a new listing hoping to attract bookings.

It's already been doing exactly that.

Seller-Reported Performance

πŸ’° More than $72,000 in gross rental revenue over the past two years combined, averaging approximately $36,000 annually.

Rather than purchasing an untested cabin, buyers inherit an established vacation rental with demonstrated guest demand.

As always, buyers should independently verify all financial information.

🌲 Privacy Is Part of the Experience

One of Bear Haven's biggest strengths is its setting.

Positioned toward the back of the community among mature trees, guests enjoy:

🌳 Privacy

πŸŒ„ Peaceful wooded surroundings

β˜• Quiet mornings on the porch

πŸŒ™ Relaxing evenings beneath the stars

It's exactly the type of atmosphere couples travel to the Smokies to find.

♨️ Small Cabin. Big Amenities.

The guest experience extends well beyond the cabin itself.

Highlights include:

♨️ Private hot tub

πŸ”₯ Fire pit

πŸ” Outdoor grill

πŸ”₯ Cozy indoor fireplace

🍳 Fully equipped kitchen

Every amenity has been selected to maximize comfort without adding unnecessary maintenance.

❀️ Designed for Couples

Unlike larger cabins competing for family reunions and group trips, Bear Haven targets one of the Smokies' most consistent guest segments:

πŸ’• Couples

🧳 Weekend travelers

πŸŽ‚ Anniversary trips

πŸ’ Romantic getaways

The efficient layout creates an intimate retreat while keeping operating costs relatively low.

πŸ“ Close to Everything Guests Want

Guests enjoy peaceful seclusion without feeling isolated.

Nearby attractions include:

🎒 Dollywood

🎑 Pigeon Forge

πŸ”οΈ Sevierville

🚀 Douglas Lake

🎣 Fishing

🚀 Boat rentals

🍽️ Restaurants

πŸ›οΈ Shopping

Being within easy driving distance of the area's biggest attractions helps broaden the property's appeal throughout the year.

πŸ’Έ Financing & Tax Angle

At $309,900, buyers acquire a fully operational vacation rental with seller-reported gross rental revenue averaging approximately $36,000 annually over the past two years, providing an attractive entry point into the Smoky Mountain STR market.

Financing options may include:

βœ” Conventional investment financing

βœ” DSCR loans

βœ” Vacation home financing (depending on intended use)

βœ” Portfolio lending

Qualifying investors may also benefit from cost segregation and accelerated depreciation strategies depending on their tax circumstances and current tax law. Buyers interested in those opportunities should consult their CPA or tax advisor.

🏑 Need Help Finding Your Own STR?

If you've been thinking about buying a vacation rental but keep getting stuck on what to buy or where to invest, we partner with a team that helps investors identify fully underwritten, data-backed STR opportunities.

Within approximately 48 hours, they'll match you with investment opportunities complete with:

βœ” Revenue projections

βœ” Market selection

βœ” Property recommendations

βœ” Design guidance

βœ” Listing optimization

βœ” Management recommendations

βœ” Pricing strategy

In order to work with them, they typically require having around $150,000 available for your down payment, furnishing, design, and revenue-driving amenities so you're positioned for success from day one.

Many investors are also purchasing STRs to take advantage of bonus depreciation opportunities that, when structured properly with their CPA, may create substantial first-year tax deductions.

To date, they've helped investors acquire:

🏑 375+ properties

πŸ’° $60M+ in rental revenue

πŸ“‰ $25M+ in estimated tax savings

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🎯 Why This One Stands Out

1. πŸ’° Proven Rental History

The seller reports more than $72,000 in gross rental revenue over the past two years combined (approximately $36,000 annually), demonstrating consistent guest demand while offering one of the more affordable entry points we've featured in the Smokies.

2. 🌲 Private Woodland Setting

Located among mature trees at the back of the community, the peaceful setting delivers exactly the type of getaway couples travel to the Smokies to experience.

3. ♨️ The Amenities Guests Search For

Private hot tub, fire pit, fireplace, outdoor grilling, and a fully furnished interior create a complete guest experience despite the home's compact footprint.

4. πŸ”οΈ Prime Smoky Mountain Location

Just minutes from Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, and Douglas Lake, guests have easy access to many of East Tennessee's biggest attractions while still enjoying privacy.

5. πŸ”‘ Low-Maintenance, Turnkey Ownership

Built in 2020 and offered fully furnished, buyers can continue operating the property immediately without taking on a major renovation or furnishing project.

⚑ Bottom Line

Bear Haven proves that you don't need a massive luxury cabin to own a successful vacation rental.

With seller-reported gross rental revenue exceeding $72,000 over the past two years (approximately $36,000 annually), a turnkey setup, sought-after amenities, and a purchase price of just $309,900, this cabin offers an appealing opportunity for investors seeking an affordable foothold in the Smoky Mountain STR market without taking on the cost of a larger luxury property.

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