169 Helms Ferry Rd, Sharps Chapel, TN 37866

$2,210,000
Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 3 Square Footage: 5,000 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 29,621 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,210,000 List Date: 3/11/2026 Last Modified: 3/16/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to exceptional lakefront living on Norris Lake. This stunning custom-built home is perfectly positioned on the water, showcasing superior craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and outstanding spaces for entertaining. Inside the approximately 3,800 sq ft residence, the Great Room makes an unforgettable first impression with soaring 14-foot coffered ceilings and expansive windows that frame breathtaking sunset views across the lake while filling the home with natural light. The main-level primary suite offers privacy and convenience, creating a peaceful retreat within the home. Three bedrooms available in the Main house giving a total of 3BRs plus 3 additional sleeping qtrs. throughout. The chef’s kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring premium GE Monogram appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace for culinary enthusiasts. The lower-level is designed for gathering and relaxation, complete with a spacious family lounge with fireplace, a full-service bar, and seamless access to the outdoor living area featuring a terrace and outdoor fireplace–perfect for enjoying evenings by the lake. Step outside to direct waterfront access and a private boathouse, ideal for boat storage, lakeside relaxation, and taking in the spectacular Norris Lake sunsets. Guests and extended family will appreciate the detached Carriage House offering approximately 1,200 sq ft of additional living space. The upper level features a full kitchen, living room, bathroom, and two sleeping quarters, while the lower level includes a two-car garage, workshop, and half bath. This exceptional waterfront property blends luxury, comfort, and lifestyle, offering a rare opportunity to experience refined year round deep water lakefront living on Norris Lake.

Listing Details MLS# 1331788

Location Tax Legal Info

House #
169
Street Name
Helms Ferry
St Suffix
Rd
State/Province
TN
Zip Code
37866
PIN #
007 002.08
Subdivision
Lead Mine Bend

Contract Info

Auction Y/N
No
Listing Price
2210000
Occupancy
Permanent Residence

General Property Description

Type
Basement Ranch
Acres
0.68
Acre Source
Tax Records
Site Built
Yes
Restrictions
Yes
SqFt – Total (Aprox)
5000
# Bedrooms
3
Baths – Full
4
Baths – 1/2
2
# of Rooms
15
Fireplace
Yes
# Fireplace
3
Property Status
N/A
HOA
Voluntary
HOA Contact
John Freese 614-804-8179
Year Built
2009
Bonus Room
Yes
Extra Storage
Yes
HOA Fee
0
SqFt – Main Lvl
0
SqFt – Down Lvl
0
SqFt – 2nd Flr Lvl
0
SqFt – 3rd Flr Lvl
0
Basement
Yes

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2026-03-11

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area
Union County – 25
Property Sub-Type
Residential
City/County Code
County
Total Tax
3921.39

Remarks & Misc

Directions
From Maynardville Hwy (TN-33), turn onto Sharps Chapel Rd, go 1.3 miles to Right onto Leadmine Bend Rd, turns into Old Leadmine Rd, Left onto Helms Ferry Rd. Sign on property.
Public Remarks
Welcome to exceptional lakefront living on Norris Lake. This stunning custom-built home is perfectly positioned on the water, showcasing superior craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and outstanding spaces for entertaining. Inside the approximately 3,800 sq ft residence, the Great Room makes an unforgettable first impression with soaring 14-foot coffered ceilings and expansive windows that frame breathtaking sunset views across the lake while filling the home with natural light. The main-level primary suite offers privacy and convenience, creating a peaceful retreat within the home. Three bedrooms available in the Main house giving a total of 3BRs plus 3 additional sleeping qtrs. throughout. The chef's kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring premium GE Monogram appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace for culinary enthusiasts. The lower-level is designed for gathering and relaxation, complete with a spacious family lounge with fireplace, a full-service bar, and seamless access to the outdoor living area featuring a terrace and outdoor fireplace–perfect for enjoying evenings by the lake. Step outside to direct waterfront access and a private boathouse, ideal for boat storage, lakeside relaxation, and taking in the spectacular Norris Lake sunsets. Guests and extended family will appreciate the detached Carriage House offering approximately 1,200 sq ft of additional living space. The upper level features a full kitchen, living room, bathroom, and two sleeping quarters, while the lower level includes a two-car garage, workshop, and half bath. This exceptional waterfront property blends luxury, comfort, and lifestyle, offering a rare opportunity to experience refined year round deep water lakefront living on Norris Lake.

More Information

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached
Yes

Style

Craftsman
Yes
Traditional
Yes

Construction

Frame
Yes

Siding

Cedar
Yes
Stone
Yes

Fireplace

Gas Log
Yes
Stone
Yes
Gas
Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Central Cooling
Yes
Zoned
Yes

Floors

Hardwood
Yes
Marble
Yes
Slate
Yes
Tile
Yes

Garage/Parking

Garage Spaces
4
Attached
Yes
Detached
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Main Level
Yes

Basement

Finished
Yes
Walkout
Yes

Lot Description

Current Dock Permit on File
Yes
Lake/Water Access
Yes
Level
Yes
Rolling Slope
Yes
Waterfront
Yes

Fuel

Electric
Yes
Propane
Yes

View

Country Setting
Yes
Lake View
Yes
Lakefront
Yes

Heat

Central
Yes

Community Amenities

Boat Ramp
Yes
Lake/Water Access
Yes

Dining Area

Breakfast Bar
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Formal Dining Area
Yes

Appliances

Backup Generator
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Gas Range
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Self Cleaning Oven
Yes
Smoke Detector
Yes
Tankless Water Heater
Yes
Washer
Yes

Other Rooms

Addl Living Quarter
Yes
Basement Rec Room
Yes
Bedroom Main Level
Yes
Breakfast Room
Yes
Den/Study
Yes
Extra Storage
Yes
Great Room
Yes
Laundry/Utility
Yes
Mstr Bdrm Main Level
Yes
Office
Yes
Split Bedroom
Yes
Workshop
Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony
Yes
Deck
Yes
Dock
Yes
Patio
Yes
Porch – Covered
Yes
Windows – Insulated
Yes

Misc Features

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Yes
Internet Available
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Walk-in Shower
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes
Washer/Dryer Connect
Yes
Wet Bar
Yes
Whirlpool Tub
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Water

Spring
Yes
Other
Yes

Outbuildings

Boat – House
Yes
Detached Workshop
Yes
Guest House
Yes

New Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Showing

See Agent Instructns
Yes

Property Features

Style: Craftsman; Traditional Construction: Frame Siding: Cedar; Stone Basement: Finished; Walkout Lot Description: Current Dock Permit on File; Lake/Water Access; Level; Rolling Slope; Waterfront View: Country Setting; Lake View; Lakefront Fireplace: Gas Log; Stone; Gas Floors: Hardwood; Marble; Slate; Tile Fuel: Electric; Propane Heat: Central Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling; Zoned Appliances: Backup Generator; Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Self Cleaning Oven; Smoke Detector; Tankless Water Heater; Washer Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Spring; Other Other Rooms: Addl Living Quarter; Basement Rec Room; Bedroom Main Level; Breakfast Room; Den/Study; Extra Storage; Great Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level; Office; Split Bedroom; Workshop Misc Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Internet Available; Kitchen Island; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Washer/Dryer Connect; Wet Bar; Whirlpool Tub Exterior Features: Balcony; Deck; Dock; Patio; Porch – Covered; Windows – Insulated Outbuildings: Boat – House; Detached Workshop; Guest House Dining Area: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Formal Dining Area Community Amenities: Boat Ramp; Lake/Water Access Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional
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Last Updated: March – 16 – 2026
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