Wallace Real Estate Listing Selected as Finalist in HGTV Ultimate House Hunt 2023
– Annual online awards spotlight extraordinary real estate listings –
Knoxville, Tenn. – June 28, 2023 An historic home listed for sale by Tamy Wilson of the Wallace Real Estate Farragut Office has been selected as a finalist in the HGTV Ultimate House Hunt 2023. The Ultimate House Hunt is a month-long online promotion held on HGTV.com annually, showcasing extraordinary homes for sale in eight categories: Amazing Kitchens, Beachfront Homes, Countryside Retreats, Curb Appeal, Downtown Dwellings, Homes With a History, Outdoor Escapes, and Waterside Homes.
Wallace Real Estate is a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® and Luxury Portfolio International®. This is the twelfth consecutive year HGTV has worked exclusively with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World ® and Luxury Portfolio International® for the Ultimate House Hunt. Voters can vote daily through August 3. The popular awards generated more than 1.5 million votes last year, with consumers selecting their favorite among the featured listings. After voting, participants can enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win $10,000.
The Wallace listing was selected by HGTV’s editors as a finalist in the Curb Appeal category.
The home is located in Knoxville and is a stunning southern charmer on the national historic registry. With a masterful blend of historic elegance and modern luxury, this property, which offers five gorgeous bedrooms and four fully modernized baths, is spacious enough to accommodate large families and guests. Part of the curb appeal comes from the lushly wooded two acre lot the home is nestled upon. An oversized pool is adjacent, perfect for cooling off on hot summer days or just lounging in the evenings.
Beyond the pool is a stable which has been thoughtfully converted into a dry bar, adding even more charm and appeal to the grounds.
“This property’s reinvented luxury amenities coupled with its history create a one-of-a-kind opportunity,” said listing agent Tamy Wilson. “It was even granted approval as a historic bed and breakfast, so this multi-use property has untapped revenue potential.”

Consumers can tour the more than 95 homes selected as finalists by viewing photo galleries on HGTV.com before casting a vote for their favorite properties. A winner will be chosen in each category based on the highest number of votes received, and an overall favorite will be awarded for the listing receiving the most votes. Additional properties are included in the Global Homes gallery, which spotlights homes from 9 different countries or territories around the world.

Each winning home will receive editorial exposure on HGTV.com, as well as the prestige of being selected as an HGTV fan favorite.
To view all homes and cast your vote, visit: hgtv.com/design/ultimate-house-hunt
To learn more about this property, contact Tamy Wilson at (678) 316-1494, TamyWilsonRealtor@gmail.com or by visiting TamyWilsonRealtor.com.
For more about Wallace Real Estate, visit www.WallaceTN.com.
About Wallace
Wallace Real Estate has been trusted in East Tennessee since 1936. An industry leader, the company focuses on service and culture, advocating for agents, customers and the community. Wallace real estate professionals are talented professionals who put ethics and hold themselves to the highest standards of quality. The largest independent real estate company in East Tennessee, Wallace has six residential offices, as well as a relocation department, property management and rentals. From start to finish, Wallace Real Estate can make the buying or selling process a smooth one through its one-stop-shop experience for consumers, which includes mortgage and financing, closing services, home warranty and insurance. As a local leader with global connections, Wallace can help you find your place wherever life takes you.
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | An Architectural Masterpiece in Knoxville TN
The work of a true visual artist is meant to activate the emotions of those experiencing their art, and this Wallace Luxury property is truly a visual masterpiece. Whether the artist wishes to provide the user with a sense of curiosity, concern or comfort is up to the artist. Beginning in the 18th century, the Neoclassical movement combined architectural elements from the past Italian styles, combined with the desire to bring simplicity and order during the Age of Enlightenment. Painting, sculpture, and architecture were the ways in which Neoclassicism was most obviously presented, and such an expression exists among the natural rolling hills and placid lakes of east Tennessee.
Presented here is a private estate surrounded on three sides by Fort Loudoun Lake in Taylor’s Pointe. Although harkening back to the 1700’s the featured Custom Architectural Estate was designed in 2003, with final phases completed in 2010 and contains all the 21st century comforts one would expect in a 12,500 square foot custom home such as this.
Greeting its owner upon entering the gated, precisely laid paver drive is a lavish, manicured garden punctuated by a French-inspired fountain. And the entrance of the home is a precursor to the quality to be expected within, with its hand-carved, solid marble columns of the sheltered portico. The landscaping complements the color palette of the home, especially at night, when the lighting highlights both nature and structure. But the artist is just beginning the masterpiece.
When the main entrance doors swing open, a magnificent, two-story foyer with custom glass, a winding iron staircase, and an open view of the lake beyond is revealed. A touch of color and softness is added by the silk wall coverings and the custom wool carpets by Lacey Champion, that perfectly draw your eye to the marble and solid Brazilian cherry wood floors.
Drawing the eye up the canvas, you’ll appreciate the Sherle Wagner marble and gold fixtures and the detail of the custom millwork. The area is illuminated with state-of-the-art Lutron lighting controls, and of course, automated shades make creating the perfect, natural light as simple as pushing a button. And as one would expect in Neoclassical tradition, coffered ceilings allow for a special artistic depth in the foyer. But as you continue into the dining hall, keep your gaze raised in anticipation of the gold leaf ceiling, surrounded by padded silk walls, lending itself to a room ready for conversation.
There is also art in the preparation of the meal to be served, and the chef’s canvas is a 2-person kitchen of lacquer-finished burled wood, granite, and cherry cabinetry with a crystal finish. All artists need a place to keep their tools, and this kitchen has multiple pantries including a separate Butler’s pantry, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and hidden storage throughout. The stately office boasts wood covered walls and ceilings but is designed specifically to let the natural light brighten the room. Custom cabinetry completes the area, creating an atmosphere where the work of the day can be completed in fine style.
The balconies of the home are copper-lined and are accessible via a marble banister circular stairway that winds between the home’s levels. Sometimes, the artist wishes to step back from creating and recharge. That is the purpose of the open, relaxed keeping area. The art of fine audio is appreciated with a surround sound system with a backdrop of the pool and lake, and refreshments are easy to prepare with a wet bar and wine chiller.
In the right wing of the home there is a rec room for games, exercise, or enjoy the sauna after a dip in the pool. The aluminum sunroom provides weather-resistance and pool access. And when it’s time to retire for the day, the main-level primary bedroom has a gallery view of the water with direct access to the pool. There is plenty of storage and a gas fireplace adds ambiance to the room.
Travel to the primary bath to experience a touch of gold and crystal in the elegant, custom fixtures. But stay in this area to experience the art of true relaxation in the therapeutic jet tub and a 2-person shower. Soak in the warmth of the heated floors and heat lamp lighting. The bespoke brush strokes continue to define this estate with three private suites upstairs, each with a balcony to enjoy nature’s watercolors over the lake and pool and an individual thermostat for comfort.
As was Roman tradition, bath houses were provided for private villas, and each guest suite has its own therapeutic bath. The upstairs can be accessed by ADA compliant elevator. This estate boasts a feature not found anywhere else in the state of Tennessee. The one-of-a-kind radius staircase with a hand carved, curved marble handrail and balustrades, is a bold design element, wrapping around the home from the main level to the grounds toward the lake. Another unique feature is the geothermal heating system, with more than 100 pump wells.
The Neoclassical symmetry continues to provide calming surroundings in the Cabana, a separate 3,200 square foot structure from the main home built in 2014. This portion of the property has bold strokes, with the materials for this work of art including poured concrete and steel to withstand the winds that push across the peninsula. There are two additional suites in this space, each with a private balcony, and accessible via an ADA compliant elevator. With food as an expected art form, the Cabana kitchen boasts Law Hicks Millwork, beautiful translucent lighting, and in a tradition made famous by Michelangelo, the ceiling itself provides those in this space with art. NanaWall Glass sliding doors allow the entire Cabana to be opened to the pool for seamless access.
The living areas are only part of the picture that composes this property. Those elements come into focus when stepping outside and experiencing the incredible view of the lake on three sides of this estate with a total of 1,000 feet of shoreline. The shoreline of the estate is protected by a 30-foot waterwall that surrounds the entire shoreline.
The combination of nature and carefully crafted elements make the lakeside of the home a place where the owner will surely spend a lot of time experiencing nature’s art. The artist has, once again, thought of it all and placed it in fine order. Outside there is a kitchen with Kalamazoo stainless steel appliances. The air is stirred by Haiku ceiling fans.
Many artists are renowned for their images of boats and water, and this home has a picturesque boat house at the end of a winding path to the lake’s edge. One lift can manage two jet skis, and the boat lift accommodates a 12-ton watercraft. 15,000 square feet of the outdoor area is under roof, to enable the enjoyment of this space when the yellow sun is hot in the sky, or when the day may contain a more subtle, gray hue. The size of the canvas is 3.6 acres in total and the property faces southwest, providing the artist’s signature in the form of phenomenal sunset evenings.
Listed by Jennifer Scates – Wallace Bearden Office | Click here for more information.
Summer To-Do List for Your Home
Summer’s finally here, and there’s no better time to tackle that list of home maintenance projects you’ve been putting off. From some simple seasonal maintenance to awesome creative endeavors, this honey-do list has a little bit of everything. Here are a few ideas you might want to tackle.
Ceiling Fans-
Get out the step stool and clean your ceiling fan blades. Keeping your fan blades clean will reduce the amount of dust in your home. You can also find cleaning devices at your local home improvement store that let you give your fan a good cleaning without having to use a stool or ladder at all.
Get Your Grill Ready-
Nothing says summer like grilling out. Make sure your grill is ready for the season with a thorough scrubbing. Make sure you don’t have a family of birds or squirrels setting up residence in there (this is pretty common). Replace worn out cooking grids and clean out debris. If you have a gas grill, make sure your propane tank is functional and all your seals are intact. If your grill is a rusted out hulk that’s seen better days, it may be time to replace it.
Plant A Flower Garden-
Perhaps nothing spruces up your home’s exterior in the summertime better than a fresh flower garden out front. It’s the perfect way to make your home feel welcoming. You don’t have to have a degree in horticulture either. Choose some flowers you like and get them in the dirt. Instant curb appeal.
Clean Out (And Organize) Your Garage-
It’s easy for the garage to become a catch all storage spot filled with pretty much anything and everything. Since it’s warm out, throw open the doors and get your garage in tip top shape. Maybe consider adding some shelving or wall organizers for stuff you want to keep and get it all off the floor.
Figure out what you don’t need anymore and trash it, recycle it, or donate it. Who knows, maybe you’ll even be able to fit a car in the garage when you’re done.
Linens-
Winter is over, so those heavy down comforters have to go. Replace the heavy blankets on your beds with lighter, brighter blankets. Apply the same ideas to your couches and comfy chairs. Lose the heavy throw blankets for some nice, light ones, and add some brightly colored pillows.
These are just a few ideas for your summer prep honey-do list. See what you can come up with for your home!
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | 710 John Sevier Drive Sevierville, TN 37876
This Wallace Luxury property is an incredible home with mountain views! This four bedroom, three bath home even features an extra room that could function as a fifth bedroom. This residence exudes a sense of calm, accentuated by a dramatic skyline of the vast Smoky Mountains in their eternal skyward reach.

Rendered in rich, fine woods and one-of-a-kind architectural touches, this custom built home captivated with soaring cathedral ceilings and multiple access points to the wrap-around porch in which to enjoy the serene natural panoramas.
Keep up with your every culinary adventure with a suite of new stainless appliances. Ready for anything from weekend barbeques to large scale entertaining, the privacy of the rear deck is unmatched, peacefully.
Positioned in a quiet mountain community, you will have access to all of the Smokey Mountains’ wealth of attractions, shopping, dining, National Park, hiking and rafting. This is one you won’t want to miss! Claim your piece of mountain paradise today!
Listed by Monica Hawkins – Wallace West Office | Click here for more information.
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | 3811 Buffat Mill Road Knoxville, TN 37914
This Wallace Luxury property is perfect for someone seeking ample garage spaces. This home is a lovely custom-built, one-owner home, sitting on 3.5 (+/-) level acres (2 parcels), with 9+ garage spaces!
This spacious home has 3477+ square feet, with the primary BR on the main level. There is an enormous great room with soaring ceilings, wooden beams and gorgeous hardwood floors. A formal dining room, kitchen with loads of oak cabinetry, a laundry room, powder room, and oversized 3 car garage complete the main level.
There are dual staircases to the second level where you’ll find a cozy loft, a full bath, 2 large bedrooms, and an office/playroom area. There is a full unfinished basement with H/A, a third bathroom, and a safe room for bad weather. Behind the house is another 42 X 26 stone structure that could be anything you want, with an unfinished room above, and another oversized 3 car garage! We will make a concession for deck replacement, but sold AS-IS.
Behind that structure is an ENORMOUS oversized 50 X 30 industrial garage with an automobile lift that conveys, newer garage doors, and lots of industrial shelving. There is also an old barn on the property that is in need of repair, again AS-IS. Note, barn is grandfathered in, and if torn down, cannot be rebuilt. This property is priced so that you can make cosmetic updates to your taste. Heat pump on main level replaced 2021. Roof replaced on house and structure behind house 2017. Also, water softener/purifying unit, wired for surround sound in great room, stacked stone fireplace, plumbed for central vac, and storage shed in back yard is pond pump storage and water lines run underground. The interstate is less than 5 minutes away, and you can be in downtown Knoxville in 10 minutes, depending on traffic.
Listed by Missy Johnson – Wallace Bearden Office | Click here for more information.
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | 1008 E Foothills Drive Gatlinburg, TN 37738
This Wallace Luxury property is a beautiful cabin in Gatlinburg with breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains!
As an investment property, this cabin would be a great option, because it is already incoming producing. Plus, it’s truly turn-key, being offered fully furnished and ready to accommodate 8+ guests.
As a place for your own getaway, it affords a great deal of peace and tranquility, including relaxing on the back porch or in the hot tub on this 1.3 private acreage property! This is a wonderful vacation spot with easy access to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
Two separate flat driveways for easy guest access and equipped with two owner’s/trash sheds. Within the last year, these owners have renovated the now finished basement and second bathroom to be able to accommodate more rental guests and have proven to be a successful investment property! This home is grandfathered in and not part of the HOA.
Listed by Robin Ann Aggers – Wallace Farragut Office | Click here for more information.
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | 4625 Scenic Point Drive Louisville, TN 37777
This Wallace Luxury property offers Lakeside Cape Cod Inspired Accents in Scenic Point- a beautiful private peninsula on Ft Loudon Lake… Architecturally Stunning, you’ll love life on the lake! This home combines the charm of a cottage with the architectural elegance of weathered cedar siding and Hardie Board.
Just imagine living in this updated stunning 4 bedroom, 3 ½ Bath lakefront home. Located in a small private community, with over 200 ft. of shimmering shoreline, there is something to love everywhere you look…All in the middle of a water-view paradise with terraced outdoor patio, manicured lawn, mature landscaped beds, flowers & trees & a fenced back yard oasis gently sloping to the lake. Many hideouts and getaways are available to explore. Relax in the keeping room nook, climb the staircase to your private room with water view, grab a page turner to enjoy reading on the cozy covered porch with lakeside vistas.
A wood-burning fireplace provides warmth in the winter; in the summer, entertain on the deck overlooking the green island and lake views. The home features 3166 square ft with a spacious Main level Primary bedroom/bath suite w/ walk in shower & glass enclosure, new double vanities with honed marble tops & porcelain double sinks & large walk in closet. Relax in this beautiful space & enjoy water & park views from the wide expanse of windows. The Crown Jewel is the stunning Dining Room & Open Kitchen with window walls of light & glistening views of the Tennessee River. The beautiful living room with wood burning fireplace features lap siding, architectural trims & moldings. There are gleaming hardwoods throughout. The outdoor space invites you to the lovely covered back porch with a fenced yard with greenscaping & beautiful gardens along the way. The Gourmet kitchen w/granite tops, coffee/cocktail bar, large featured wood wrapped & topped island, & serving area provide an open space for entertaining. New top of the line stinless appliances compliment the space.
Upstairs 2 BR share an updated bath with neutral tile & shower. & unique Kohler stainless double oval sinks. The 2 car garage features extra space for storage. Full unfinished walk out basement 2201 sq ft, plumbed for a full bathroom provides space for a guest room, workshop, storage & recreation area. Garage door & door to side yard. Covered dock with 8000 lb boat lift & extra room for water sports. Removable stainless steps to the water.Located across from TVA conservation greenspace in a large island setting. Scenic Point is a gated & secure neighborhood. Maryville district shops, farmers market and restaurants are located 20 minutes away at the base of the Smoky Mountain National Park. Marina restaurants available by water or car. 30 Minutes to UT & Downtown, Market Square. 20 minutes to the airport It all adds up to an ideal combination of comfort, privacy, charm and the joy of ‘living on the lake”.! Convenience, Charm & Quality … Lakeside Luxury only in Scenic Point!
Listed by Joyce Z. Tapscott – Wallace Bearden Office | Click here for more information.
Summer Safety Tips for the Entire Family
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time for a refresher on safety tips for the summer season. Whether you are traveling or staying home, enjoying time with friends and family or having a quiet summer, these tips should help you stay safe!
Fireworks-
Fireworks are great fun, but remember that they are still explosives. Only a responsible adult should handle fireworks, and they should follow all local laws, cautionary labels, and label instructions when using them.
Something else to consider is that alcohol and fireworks don’t mix. It’s not worth risking injury or fire. Wear eye protection and keep a bucket of water or even your garden hose close by. Keep spectators at a safe distance when lighting fireworks. Never, ever let kids play with fireworks.
The Summer Heat-
East Tennessee summers can be brutal, and if you’re not careful out there, you could end up in trouble. Make sure you and your family members are drinking enough water at all times.
If you’re going to be spending any significant amount of time outside, wear sunscreen and protective gear such as sunglasses, loose and light colors, and hats. Take the appropriate breaks in the shade.
Kids can get pretty wrapped up in their summer fun and ignore the effects of heat until it’s too late, so be extra vigilant when it comes to their water intake and time in the sun.
And don’t forget your furry friends. Pets need access to shade and cool water at all times. Don’t let them over do it while having fun at the park or while camping. Be aware of hot concrete surfaces which can burn little paws.
On The Water-
For most folks, going to the lake is a big part of summertime fun in East Tennessee. Keep some basic safety tips in mind to make sure you and your family stay safe on the water.
If you’re boating, everyone on board should have a properly fitting life jacket. It’s smart and it’s the law.
Sun reflected from the water’s surface and your boat’s deck can pose threat of sunburn and heat related injuries like heat stroke. Take the dangers of hot weather even more serious on the water. Never mix alcohol and boating. It’s not worth risking your life or someone else’s. Follow boating rules regarding speed and right of way. Don’t disturb other folks enjoying the river, too.
These are just some basic things to consider as you stay safe this summer. Now get out there and enjoy the season!
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | 3035 Smoky Bluff Trail Sevierville, TN 37862
Music is called the universal language, understood by all who experience it. And while a single line of music can be played by any musician regardless of their native spoken language, it can be interpreted and performed in thousands of ways. Songs can evoke strong emotions, they can provide inspiration and comfort, and bring joy, excitement, peace and wonder to those who experience it. Welcome to 3035 Smoky Bluff Trail, a true symphonic masterpiece.
The rolling summit of Mount LeConte, one of the highest peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains provides the background rhythm, seen rising and falling from every room at the back of this home as the sun breaks the horizon. This natural masterpiece is the perfect inspiration for the musician choosing to create their own compositions in the expansive recording studio, tucked away in the lower level of the home.
This 1,500 sq. ft. heated and cooled space is surrounded by Acoustiblok and Safe & Sound walls and floating floors and comes complete with a separated control room and a private studio entrance. On the main level of the home, the symphony continues, with a soaring 37-foot ceiling in the great room, with a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace, complemented by a stone archway, giving the room a solid, grand introduction.
The primary suite has a fireplace of its own, and a private bath, allowing the owner to unwind in a true spa setting in a wet steam shower with a Bluetooth surround system, and a dry sauna.
In harmony with the great room is the expansive kitchen with the finest of instruments ready to be played. From the well-scaled appliances like double ovens, a 6-burner Wolf gas range and a commercial-grade refrigerator and freezer to the smooth, custom soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops and walk-in pantry, this kitchen is ready for an audience. And the entertainment can continue outdoors in the fresh-air kitchen, complete with a wine cooler on the covered patio, where you’ll find the third stone fireplace.
In addition to the musical arts, the art of visual entertainment is enjoyed through 4k projection on a 160-inch screen encircled by the 9.2 speaker system in true theater seats. There is a casual space downstairs as well, with the fourth stone fireplace, and a kitchenette for snacks at intermission. Each level is accessed by a commercial elevator, and all there is to enjoy is accessible due to ADA compliance. At any performance, parking is a consideration, but not to worry.
There are three garage bays on the main level of the home, an additional, detatched, 1,500 sq. ft. two-car garage, and a single garage that connects to the music studio. Next to the garage is a full-scale gym for those wishing to keep their health in tune.
When it comes time to store the instruments of life, enjoy a storage room above the main level garage, an electric lift to enable additional storage space, an incredible number of closets punctuate the entire home, and there is a safe room.
And when it’s time for the volume to lower and the day’s performance to end, there are five bedrooms and a loft, served by four full bathrooms and three half baths. This home is truly built for those who wish to experience a lifestyle surrounded by nature’s art, on 4.65 acres and within 15,000 sq. ft. of unique space meant to enchant, enable and inspire.
Listed by Jennifer Scates – Wallace Bearden Office | Click here for more information.
Wallace Luxury Spotlight | 156 E Leatherwood Drive Walland, TN 37886
This Wallace Luxury property is a one-of-a-kind property on the Little River in picturesque Walland, Tennessee! The home’s 17 foot ceilings greet you as you enter the great room and immediately look towards the river from the renovated kitchen with its massive island, walk in pantry, all stainless appliances and granite countertops.
Passing through the two 6-foot double glass doors (tinted with UV preventative film) the great room opens onto the top level wrap around deck overlooking the Little River. Floor to ceiling windows in the dining room surround you with the best that East TN nature has to offer. 1.5 acres of wooded privacy with river & mountain views from all floors.
On the property is a huge year-round spring ”Blue Spring” which runs into the river 24/7 and brings in the trout and red-eye bass. Both the main house and the oversize 2-car log garage are 6X12 tongue-and-groove true log construction.
The entire basement is a one-of-a-kind main bedroom and bathroom with a massive East TN shower of TN stacked stone, 4 shower heads, hidden TV behind a 2 way mirror, air-jet soaking tub and massive closet. French doors lead out on to the lower patio and back yard stretching to the Little River.
The massive utility room, with access from the driveway, provides a sink, washer and dryer hookups as well a room for a 2nd fridge and safe in its current configuration. This basement main suite could also be an impressive ”Man Cave” or a one-of-a-kind recreation room. Two further bedrooms on the main level, one with en-suite bathroom, a hidden loft for storage and double doors opening onto the main deck.
The 3rd bedroom facing the front of the house currently contains an impressive double bed base bunk bed and twin top bunk bed and the stairs a spacious loft overlooking the great room and kitchen. This is a truly remarkable home!
Listed by Ryan Smith – Wallace Lakeside Office | Click here for more information.