Tellico Lake · East Tennessee

Tellico Lake Homes For Sale

Browse lakefront homes, lake-access properties, and lots on Tellico Lake — 16,000 acres of clear Little Tennessee River water framed by Smoky Mountain views, home to Tellico Village and Rarity Bay.

Live Tellico Lake–area listings below · Updated July 2026

Living on Tellico Lake

A quick snapshot of what lake life and the housing market look like — then use the searches below to narrow fast.

Planned lake living: Tellico is defined by master-planned communities — Tellico Village, Rarity Bay, WindRiver, and Kahite — with golf, marinas, and clubs built in.
Mountain-view water: the lake sits against the Smoky foothills, giving many homes both waterfront and mountain views.
Retiree favorite: Tellico Village is one of the Southeast’s best-known active-adult lake communities, drawing buyers from across the country.
Stable water levels: Tellico’s drawdown is modest compared with tributary lakes, keeping docks usable and shorelines attractive year-round.
Property variety: golf-course and lakefront homes, villas and townhomes inside the Village, custom builds at WindRiver, and buildable lakefront lots.
Convenient location: most of the lake is 30–45 minutes from Knoxville and McGhee Tyson Airport via US-321 and I-75.
Easy search strategy: decide community-first (Tellico Village vs. Rarity Bay vs. WindRiver vs. outside-community lakefront), then filter home vs. lot.

Explore Tellico Lake Areas

Each side of the lake has its own character, drive times, and inventory. Start with a quick “what it’s like” overview.

Tellico Village ◊ Loudon County

The lake’s anchor community — three golf courses, a yacht club, marinas, and thousands of homes from villas to custom lakefront, all with resort-style amenities.

Rarity Bay ◊ Monroe County

Gated golf-and-lake community on the southern shore with equestrian roots, custom homes, and long main-channel views.

WindRiver ◊ Loudon County

Tellico’s luxury address — a gated community with a Bob Cupp golf course, deep-water marina, and high-end custom construction.

Kahite ◊ Monroe County

Tellico Village’s quieter southern satellite across the Tennessee line of the lake — golf, newer homes, and larger lots at friendlier prices.

Vonore & Monroe County shoreline ◊ Monroe County

Outside-the-gates lakefront and lake-view property near the Little Tennessee’s clear headwaters, plus small farms minutes from the water.

Loudon & Greenback ◊ Loudon County

Historic river towns flanking the lake’s north end — in-town convenience, I-75 access, and value-priced homes a short drive from Village amenities.

Tellico Lake Real Estate FAQs

Quick answers to common questions about buying on Tellico Lake — dockability, water levels, locations, and next steps.

What communities are on Tellico Lake?

The best-known are Tellico Village and WindRiver (Loudon County) and Rarity Bay and Kahite (Monroe County) — planned communities with golf, marinas, and clubs. Traditional lakefront also exists around Vonore, Loudon, and Greenback outside the gated communities.

How far is Tellico Lake from Knoxville?

Most of the lake is 30–45 minutes from Knoxville and about 25–35 minutes from McGhee Tyson Airport, via I-75 and US-321 — one of the easiest lake commutes in the region.

Does the water level on Tellico Lake change?

Only modestly. Tellico is operated in tandem with Fort Loudoun and drops just a few feet in winter, so docks stay usable and shorelines stay attractive year-round — a big draw versus deep-drawdown lakes.

What is Tellico Village like?

Tellico Village is a 4,000+ acre planned community with three championship golf courses, a yacht club, marinas, fitness and community centers, and dozens of clubs. HOA fees fund the amenities, and homes range from villas to custom lakefront.

Can I have a private dock on Tellico Lake?

Many lakefront lots support private docks subject to TVA and community rules, and community marinas add slips for off-water owners. Dock rights vary by neighborhood, so we confirm them early on every property.

Is Tellico Lake good for boating and fishing?

Yes — clear water, mountain scenery, and connected navigation through Fort Loudoun make it superb for cruising and sailing, while the Little Tennessee arm offers strong smallmouth, largemouth, and trout fishing below the dams.

What does lakefront cost on Tellico?

Tellico runs a premium among East Tennessee lakes thanks to stable water and community amenities — WindRiver and prime Village lakefront price highest, while Kahite, off-water Village homes, and Vonore-area property offer lower entry points.

What’s the best next step if I want to buy on Tellico Lake?

Connect with a Wallace agent who works the lake. We’ll match you to the right community — or outside-the-gates lakefront — based on budget, amenities, and dock needs, then set up a filtered search for new listings.

Not sure where to start? Share your timeline and must-haves — we’ll narrow the lake to a short list of communities and homes that fit.

Talk to a Tellico Lake Specialist

Tell us what you’re looking for — we’ll send matching lake listings and answer dock, water-level, and community questions.

Ready to Find Your Tellico Lake Home?

Tell us your budget, dock needs, and must-haves — we’ll send a short list of homes plus the best communities to focus on.

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