Best Parts in Knox to Live

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kiddiedoc said:
It's a beautiful piece of property in a good location, for sure. Unfortunately, it got started right before the big real estate bust several years back, and quite a few people took a bath on lots (which they overpaid for like crazy on the front end).

From what I understand, the new ownership has committed to improving the course and community, and it has plenty of money to do so. It's a fun track, but definitely not one you would want to walk. The restaurant in the former Parade of Homes feature is very good. Two drawbacks for me are that it's quite a drive through the course to get to the residential area (which might get old after a while) and that TVA decided to NOT grant dock rights to the lots (which would be a deal-breaker for me, were I moving waterfront).
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Yes, the Ayres family will not run out of funding. They've made a fortune constructing municipal bond offerings for multiple generations through Cumberland Securities.
 
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I'd wager that property taxes are very reasonable in Wind River. It's Blount County, correct?

Taxes should be attractive in Tellico Village as well. Loudon and Monroe counties.

EDIT: Nope, it's in Loudon County. Not Blount County despite being on that side of the lake.
 
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kiddiedoc said:
What details would you be interested in?
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Have lived in other parts of the country since I graduated from UTK, but have heard this area mentioned three different times in just the past few months. The chairman of one of the boards I sit on for a Seattle based company retired in Rarity Bay in late 2019. The CEO of another company I am associated with (interestingly, it is a real estate investment fund) also just bought an existing house on the lake in Rarity Bay for planned retirement. Based on the pictures, it looks like an amazing peninsula. And then I was on a flight to Miami from Atlanta and the person sitting next to me lived in Tellico Village. They all obviously spoke very highly of Tellico Lake and the area. Although I grew up in East Tennessee, I do not ever remember venturing down to that area.

All of this to answer your question...we are at that stage in life where we are likely going to get back to East Tennessee and thought I would ask by chance any of you have a good feel for what is going on in that general Rarity Bay/Tellico area that you cannot get from "google" as someone suggested above.
 
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Roustabout said:
How old are you?
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I laughed at this because I have a feeling I know where this is going. I am not old enough to even remotely be thinking about retirement. Our parents are getting a little older though, and we have flexibility with where we live. I have a feeling you are about to tell me that age-wise I will be of the age to be considered the adopted "child" or possibly even oldest "grandchild" by most of my neighbors in that area...
 
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AurantiacoFan said:
Have lived in other parts of the country since I graduated from UTK, but have heard this area mentioned three different times in just the past few months. The chairman of one of the boards I sit on for a Seattle based company retired in Rarity Bay in late 2019. The CEO of another company I am associated with (interestingly, it is a real estate investment fund) also just bought an existing house on the lake in Rarity Bay for planned retirement. Based on the pictures, it looks like an amazing peninsula. And then I was on a flight to Miami from Atlanta and the person sitting next to me lived in Tellico Village. They all obviously spoke very highly of Tellico Lake and the area. Although I grew up in East Tennessee, I do not ever remember venturing down to that area.

All of this to answer your question...we are at that stage in life where we are likely going to get back to East Tennessee and thought I would ask by chance any of you have a good feel for what is going on in that general Rarity Bay/Tellico area that you cannot get from "google" as someone suggested above.
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Tellico lake is beautiful. Much better water (but colder) and scenery than Ft Loudon. From Wind River, you are only 15 minutes or so to Maryville, which has really sprung to life over the past decade. There are a few really good restaurants there. And, it's only another 30 to the Smokies -- hiking, wildlife, etc aplenty.

There are basically no children in any of those communities. I have a couple of patients who live in them, and they have nobody to play with in their neighborhood. This may not be an issue for you. If it is, I can give you more info on area schools.

If you are after golf, make sure you also look at Tennessee National. Best course around, also on the water, also with no dock rights, but it sits on the other side of the dam, on the TN River. It also has a better clubhouse, nicer pool, and some very high-end homes. It's the most expensive membership, as well.

You might want to keep distance to amenities in mind, and this may be more important for your wife. Farragut/Turkey Creek has plenty of dining, grocery, and shopping options. It's a bit of a hike from Rarity Bay and Tellico (about 40"). More like 20" from Wind River. Loudon and Lenoir City have basic stuff, but really no great places to eat, get groceries, or shop. 321 in Lenoir City has developed with your basic chains, Food City & Ingles, etc. Google maps will demonstrate.

There's not really any nightlife in Loudon Co, if that's your thing. Not much in Farragut either, for that matter, save nicer restaurant bars, a couple brew pubs, and Water Into Wine in Farragut.

Oh, one other note: there's an awesome trail system that runs along the bank of Lake Tellico from near the dam, all the way to Vonore. http://www.outdoorknoxville.com/places/trails/south/easeast-lakeshore-trail
It's not well known, but a great spot to walk, run, or take dogs.

Let me know if you need more help.
 
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Kiddiedoc...thank you for your outstanding and informative post. That trail system looks impressive as well. Very helpful.
 
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I'd give a warning on Tennessee National. There is a Monterey mushroom factory nearby and when the wind blows the wrong way, it can send an absolutely awful stench.
 
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We lived in Halls & enjoyed it. After reading these posts, I would adhere to the roll of THUNDER! He knows the score.:cool:
 
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AurantiacoFan said:
I laughed at this because I have a feeling I know where this is going. I am not old enough to even remotely be thinking about retirement. Our parents are getting a little older though, and we have flexibility with where we live. I have a feeling you are about to tell me that age-wise I will be of the age to be considered the adopted "child" or possibly even oldest "grandchild" by most of my neighbors in that area...
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It’s definitely geriatric and full of Yankees: Nice area, but just so far from everything.
 
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I know that property taxes are minimal in TN, but is there anything that makes living in TN expensive or are there any hidden costs? Also, how is medical? Like I said before I’m considering buying a place in TN, but I also have a family friend who is close to retiring and interested in moving there as well. It’s just hard to imagine coming from NJ where the taxes and insurance are so much that it would be that much cheaper to live in TN.
 
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ninerplaya57 said:
I know that property taxes are minimal in TN, but is there anything that makes living in TN expensive or are there any hidden costs? Also, how is medical? Like I said before I’m considering buying a place in TN, but I also have a family friend who is close to retiring and interested in moving there as well. It’s just hard to imagine coming from NJ where the taxes and insurance are so much that it would be that much cheaper to live in TN.
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Medical is ok in the cities. Hospitals have been closing in rural areas for several years, and continue to close.

We have high sales tax rates. Between 9% and 10% depending on where you live. It is charged primarily on tangible personable property. No sales tax on a home sale. There are other much lower taxes, cost on a home purchase though.
 
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ninerplaya57 said:
I know that property taxes are minimal in TN, but is there anything that makes living in TN expensive or are there any hidden costs? Also, how is medical? Like I said before I’m considering buying a place in TN, but I also have a family friend who is close to retiring and interested in moving there as well. It’s just hard to imagine coming from NJ where the taxes and insurance are so much that it would be that much cheaper to live in TN.
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There are multiple web sites and services available to compare costs of living from one area to another. Some go into much more detail which is my personal preference.
I have looked at some of them that I thought had questionable info though.
I would give some of them a try.
 
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