Private Lake Community Near Knoxville
Before You Choose A House, Choose The Right Community
1,492 gated acres on Watts Bar Lake. Greg Norman golf. 140+ boat slips. 22 social clubs. No state income tax. Homesites from $79,900.
Buy now. Build later. Or move in ready.
1,492 gated acres • 140+ boat slips • 22 social clubs • 180+ events yearly • 0% state income tax
The Right House In The Wrong Community Still Doesn't Work
Views matter. Homes matter. But what matters most is how your everyday life feels.
Experience the community first. The people. The pace. The flexibility. Then pick your homesite.
Most People Who Find Us Aren't Looking For A House
They're looking for a better way to live.
More Life, Less Compromise
A place that feels active, peaceful, social, and secure — without having to trade one for another.
People Who Feel Familiar
Neighbors who want beauty, connection, and a community that actually feels alive. Not a gated compound. A real neighborhood.
A Lifestyle That Makes Sense
Lake days, events, golf, wellness, dining, and the flexibility to create your own version of life here. Not a checklist. A rhythm.
They're Not Running Away.
They're Running Toward Something Better.
The first place that actually feels like it fits.
A better pace. Real community. Beauty in the everyday. Privacy without isolation. Room to enjoy what you've built.
The Lifestyle
A Real Community, Not Just A Golf Address
Golf matters here. It just isn't the whole story.
Lake & Marina
140+ boat slips. Pontoon cruises. Kayaks, paddleboards, sunset runs on Watts Bar Lake.
Clubs & Events
180+ events a year. 22 clubs that actually meet. Wine, book, cycling, tennis, and more.
Dining & Gatherings
Kendall's on-site restaurant. Chef's Table dinners. Fireside evenings overlooking the course.
Wellness & Recreation
Pickleball, tennis, pool, fitness center, trails, and more.
Ownership
Create The Version Of Tennessee National That Fits You
Some buyers want move-in ready. Some want the right homesite. Some want to secure their place now and build later.
Move-In Ready Homes
Cottages and homes. Ready to live in. No wait.
Waterfront Homesites
Direct lake access. Sunrise views. Limited release.
Golf-Front Homesites
Wake up to fairway views on a Greg Norman course.
Low-Maintenance Options
Townhomes with full community access. All amenities included.
Buy Now, Build Later
Secure the homesite you want now. Build on your timeline. Enjoy the community from day one — the marina, the clubs, the events, the social life. All of it is yours the moment you're an owner.
See current availability and pricingWhy Now
A Rare Time To Get In At The Right Moment
Multiple ownership paths still available. Homesites from $79,900. Move-in ready homes. Dockable waterfront — first time ever offered.
May 2nd is the Grand Opening. The best selections go to those who move first.
Grand Opening — May 2nd
Dockable Waterfront — First Time Ever Offered
The Marina District at Tennessee National. Flat, dockable waterfront lots with Smoky Mountain views and private boat slips. This has never been available before.
- Lake lots from $79,900
- Cottage packages from $399K
- Waterfront lots — $25K opening discount
- Private boat slips available
By appointment only. Selections going fast.
Resident Stories
What Residents Found Here
We don't go on vacation — we just stay here. This is our vacation. He looked at me and said, 'I cannot believe we actually live here.'
Tennessee National Residents
Relocated full-time
Friends asked how we were doing making friends. I tell everyone — you instantly make 65 new friends. We've met some wonderful people.
Tennessee National Residents
Relocated from Murfreesboro, TN
Cost of living, weather, four seasons, state taxes — all boxes checked. In 10 minutes you're on I-75 and can go anywhere.
Scott Murray, Retired Air Force Colonel
Resident since 2016
Once The Community Feels Right, The Options Get Easier
Not sure what fits? See the Marina District Grand Opening — May 2nd.
You're Not Just Choosing Property.
You're Choosing How You'll Live.
Dockable waterfront. Greg Norman golf. 140+ boat slips. Grand Opening May 2nd — the best selections go first.
See The Marina District — May 2nd
First Time Ever Offered — May 2nd
Dockable Waterfront at Tennessee National
Never before offered — dockable waterfront homesites and cottages with private boat slips. Limited selection available by appointment only.
Private appointments by reservation only