2438 Hickory Knoll Lane Where luxury meets Smoky Mountain grandeur. Mountain Living at Its Finest. Privately positioned at the center of 15 acres, this timber-framed luxury mountain retreat delivers exceptional craftsmanship, privacy, and panoramic mountain views. Built in 2020 with no expense spared, the home is designed for refined indoor-outdoor living and elevated entertaining. The residence features three en-suite bedrooms, a spacious loft currently used as a game and entertainment space, and four spa-inspired bathrooms. A designer kitchen anchors the main living area with solid-surface concrete countertops, premium appliances, and an oversized walk-in butler's pantry, offering both functionality and luxury. Outdoor living is truly resort-level. A private owner's deck includes a bubbling hot tub, stacked-stone gas fireplace, and TV. The primary deck offers both covered and open-air living, highlighted by a stacked-stone wood-burning fireplace, outdoor TV, and sweeping mountain views. Multiple fully opening interior doors create a seamless indoor-outdoor experience ideal for entertaining. An 800+ square-foot custom designed private media room, fully heated and cooled, provides an exceptional entertainment space suitable for year-round enjoyment. ( Garage conversion) Architecturally, the home showcases a refined timber-frame design blending rustic mountain character with modern luxury. Exposed beams, stacked-stone accents, and expansive glass frame the surrounding Smoky Mountain landscape while delivering a dramatic yet warm aesthetic. Currently operating as a very successful short-term rental, the property offers an excellent rental history and an established base of repeat guests already in place-providing immediate income potential without sacrificing its appeal as a luxury second home. Financial information upon request. Additional features include an integrated whole-home generator, private gated entrance, and a comprehensive whole-home water treatment system with mechanical filtration, brine tank, ultraviolet purification, and reverse osmosis system with a three-stage filter and four-gallon storage tank. Encapsulated crawl space with dual dehumidifiers for consistent moisture control and long-term structural protection. A striking 30' x 30' covered motor court creates a grand arrival experience with full timber framing, accent lighting, oversized ceiling fan, and stained, stamped concrete flooring. The property is accessed by a long, illuminated private drive and includes an outdoor storage shed for added functionality. A rare offering combining privacy, architectural distinction, and proven performance-ideal as a premier second home or high-end short-term rental investment in the Smoky Mountains.