Basic Information:

Bedrooms: 4

Full Bathrooms: 3

Half Bathrooms: 0

Type: Residential

Sub Type: Single Family Residence

MLS Number: 9984890

Lot Acreage: 0.59000

Living Area: 2,664

Year Built:1978

Elementary School: Miller Perry

Middle School: Sullivan Heights Middle

High School: West Ridge

Public Remarks: Step into a one-of-a-kind piece of Kingsport history with this 4-bedroom, 3-bath lakefront retreat spanning over 2,600 sq. ft. Built with unforgettable character, the entire front of the home is secured with bulletproof construction and bulletproof glass—giving it a level of privacy and distinction rarely found. Nestled directly on the lake, the property offers a private dock for boating, fishing, and year-round enjoyment. Inside, you'll find spacious living areas and a downstairs game room that once hosted legendary high-stakes poker nights. The home's original owner—a diamond dealer—crafted this custom residence to entertain in both luxury and security. Whether you're drawn to its colorful history or its unbeatable waterfront setting, this property is a true conversation piece and a rare opportunity in the Tri-Cities. Just a stone's throw from Tri-Cities Airport, the new Bristol Casino, Bristol Motor Speedway, and even multiple ski resorts, the location offers convenience and entertainment in every direction.

Listing Courtesy:KW Johnson City

More Listing Info:

AC:Ceiling Fan(s): true

AC:Central Air: true

Attic:Pull Down Stairs: true

Basement:Exterior Entry: true

Basement:Finished2: true

Basement:Full: true

Basement:Heated2: true

Basement:Interior Entry: true

Basement:See Remarks16: true

Community Features:Curbs: true

Community Features:Fishing2: true

Community Features:Lake: true

Community Features:Park: true

Community Features:Restaurant3: true

Contract Info:Foreclosure: No

Exterior Features:Dock: true

Exterior Features:See Remarks23: true

Exterior Finish:Stone5: true

Exterior Finish:Vinyl Siding: true

Exterior Finish:Wood Siding: true

Foundation:Block6: true

General Property Description:Above Grade SqFt: 1952.0

General Property Description:Acres: 0.59

General Property Description:Baths - Full: 3

General Property Description:Deed Book #2: 1096C

General Property Description:Deed Page #2: 606

General Property Description:Elementary School3: Miller Perry

General Property Description:High School3: West Ridge

General Property Description:HOA YN: No

General Property Description:Home Warranty: No

General Property Description:Lot Dimensions: 109X315M IRR

General Property Description:Middle School2: Sullivan Heights Middle

General Property Description:Total Rooms2: 8

General Property Description:Total SqFt Finished: 2664.0

General Property Description:Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0

General Property Description:Zoning2: Residential

Heating:Central: true

Laundry Features:Electric Dryer Hookup: true

Laundry Features:Washer Hookup: true

Levels:One: true

Location Tax Legal Info:City Taxes: 0.0

Location Tax Legal Info:County Taxes: 1264.95

Other Rooms:Bonus Room3: true

Other Rooms:Recreation Room: true

Other Rooms:Sitting: true

Parking Features:Attached: true

Parking Features:Driveway: true

PorchPatioDeck:Back: true

PorchPatioDeck:Deck: true

PorchPatioDeck:Porch: true

Property Condition:Above Average: true

Remarks Misc:Directions3: From I-81, take Exit 59 toward Colonial Heights. Turn right onto Fort Henry Dr, then left on Shipley Ferry Rd. Home at 1458 Shipley Ferry Rd. GPS friendly.

Remarks Misc:userdefined80: Step into a one-of-a-kind piece of Kingsport history with this 4-bedroom, 3-bath lakefront retreat spanning over 2,600 sq. ft. Built with unforgettable character, the entire front of the home is secured with bulletproof construction and bulletproof glass—giving it a level of privacy and distinction rarely found. Nestled directly on the lake, the property offers a private dock for boating, fishing, and year-round enjoyment. Inside, you'll find spacious living areas and a downstairs game room that once hosted legendary high-stakes poker nights. The home's original owner—a diamond dealer—crafted this custom residence to entertain in both luxury and security. Whether you're drawn to its colorful history or its unbeatable waterfront setting, this property is a true conversation piece and a rare opportunity in the Tri-Cities. Just a stone's throw from Tri-Cities Airport, the new Bristol Casino, Bristol Motor Speedway, and even multiple ski resorts, the location offers convenience and entertainment in every direction.

Roof:Asphalt: true

Roof:Shingle: true

Sewer:Septic Tank: true

SqFt Details:Basement Total SqFt: 712

SqFt Details:Finished SqFt Level 1: 1952

SqFt Details:Garage Attached SqFt: 500

SqFt Details:Garage Total SqFt: 500

Structure Type:Dock3: true

Structure Type:House: true

Style:Ranch: true

TopographyLot Description:Sloped: true

Utilities:Cable Connected: true

Utilities:Electricity Connected: true

Utilities:Phone Connected: true

Utilities:Water Connected: true

View:Mountain(s): true

View:Water2: true

Walls:Custom: true

Walls:Drywall: true

Walls:Wood3: true

Water:At Road2: true

Water:Public: true

Waterfront Features:Lake Front: true

Waterfront Features:Lake Privileges: true

Window Features:Double Pane Windows: true

Window Features:Other21: true