The cabin at 300 Peavine Way in Greeneville, Tennessee, is that sort of a location which can restore your faith in magic. The place is really special because it is not a single cabin but two carefully restored old log cabins from the 19th century that are now merged into one breathtakingly beautiful and incredibly peaceful 5.24-acre retreat nestled in the Cherokee National Forest.
The hand-hewn logs of the first of the two cabins shine warm copper against the green forest of the Smokies while the forest drive, winding between the trees, leads you to the cabin. These cabins are not fake historical models at all. Every log, each dovetail corner, every chink in the joint was taken from the old 19th-century buildings that were upended and then put together again with a lot of care and love. The resulting cabin is one that could very well have been here for a couple of centuries, has observed the changes in the seasons and the coming and going of different generations.
You will find the wide covered porch of the main cabin which is just great for the rocking chairs and the morning coffee welcoming you. When you enter the cabin, it is the warmth that surrounds you. The living room is dominated by a huge stone fireplace which can be used for a whole winter’s worth of tales.
The ceiling is supported by the exposed hand-hewn beams which still bear the marks of axes that were used a long time ago, and the wide-plank hardwood floors that are somewhat squeaky add to the homely atmosphere. The light enters through the windows that were very well thought out and it illuminates the logs which have darkened with age and also the light patterns that keep changing over the room.
The open floor plan naturally moves from the living area to the dining room and then to the kitchen. Every room in the house is designed to let you keep your eyes fixed on the outdoors’ charm. There is a stone fireplace in the primary bedroom making the room romantic and warm whereas the kitchen—rustic but with modern touches—has no shortage of provisions from quick meals to the big feasts of holidays.
Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms are available to provide a good night’s rest for the family or guests, and a loft area can be any one of the three: a comfortable nook for reading, a workroom, or simply a place to watch the clouds drifting across the mountain sky.
However, the real brilliance of this property is the second cabin. A small walk through the woods will take you to this quaint old log cabin which can be the guest house, the artist’s studio, or simply your private retreat. The fact that it has its own porch and fireplace makes it seem like a secret haven but it is close enough for easy visiting.
The two cabins together form a compound that feels both spacious and cozy—ideal for multi-generational families, artists in need of inspiration, or anyone who values space and privacy.
The land is a feast for the eyes. More than five acres of mature hardwood forest are on a gentle slope going down to a crystal-clear mountain stream, while there are also open meadows that can be used for gardens or simply watching the deer grazing at dawn. There are trails on the property that lead you into your very own piece of the Cherokee National Forest. The cabin is at the end of a quiet road and is surrounded by protected federal land on three sides—thus, not only are your views and privacy guaranteed but they will never change.
The cabin gets a makeover every season. Spring is the time when wildflowers cover the forest floor, summer sees the fireflies and the sound of the creek at night, the fall turns the hills into a colorful spectacle, and winter transforms the cabin into a bright light against the snow-clad ridges. The thick log walls along with modern amenities—central heat and air, updated plumbing, and electrical—are what keep the cabin cozy throughout the year thereby letting you have every moment.
Location is the last thing that adds to the charm. You are deep in the mountains but it is only a matter of minutes to the downtown of Greeneville which is not only historic but also full of life with its restaurants, shops, and festivals. The Great Smoky Mountains, Nolichucky River, and a wide range of trails for hiking are all very close. When a craving for the city hits you, Asheville is only a bit over an hour away but most visitors think that they would rather stay on the porch and not leave at all.
This is not just a cabin—it’s a legacy. A place where kids would be asking endlessly to come back every summer, where couples would be celebrating their anniversaries by the fire, where friends would be meeting up for weekends of laughter and quiet, and where the stresses of the modern life won’t be able to follow. It is the kind of a cabin which eventually becomes your family story and is handed down from generation to generation.
The charming 19th-century log cabin compound spread over 5.24 acres is currently on the market for $399,900. For photos, and details, go to the Zillow listing: Zillow – 300 Peavine Way, Greeneville, TN
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Built | Reconstructed 1800s log cabins |
| Bedrooms | 2 + guest cabin |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Lot | 5.24 private acres in Cherokee National Forest |
| Amenities | Two stone fireplaces, porches, mountain views |
| Location | 300 Peavine Way, Greeneville, TN 37743 |
Source: Zillow – 300 Peavine Way, Greeneville, TN