The Spartan Village | A Retro Trailer Coach Resort – Tellico Plains, TN 37385

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200 Bear Lane – Tellico Plains, TN 37385

Stunning Retro Trailer Coach Resort

Heralding the past of mid-century 40s and 50s travel home luxury, The Spartan Village has gathered six spacious, rare Spartan travel coaches from across the country to recreate a unique retro lodging experience. 5 of these units have been both restored and upgraded to include desired modern-day amenities to recreate the lavish comfort of the past. From polished aluminum exteriors to solid birch wood paneling interiors come enjoy a Spartan travel coach for a few nights or a group event. Units include a 1953 Spartan Royal Spartanette, 1953 Spartan Imperial, 1954 Spartan Royal Mansion, and 1955 Spartan Mansion. The 6th unit a 1949 model year is a shell that needs to be renovated. Incredible opportunity to further the overnight rental potential of this property, use for company retreats, family reunions, and more! The name and website can transfer with the sale if desired.

Period Appeal with Modern Day Amenities

The Spartan Village offers six 1-bedroom Spartan camping trailers. All Spartan camping trailers are tastefully furnished and decorated in period style of the late 1940s, 1950s, and early 1960’s era.  Each trailer houses a fully equipped kitchen, bedroom with either a full or queen sized bed, bathroom, a living room, and a private deck with patio furniture. When entering each of the trailers, you are immediately embraced with a warm romantic vibe. There is a couch lounge area and a throw to warm you on those cool evenings. In the kitchen with a retro table set for dinner, and everything you need for cooking which includes an electric stove, refrigerator, and microwave, as well as a Keurig coffee maker. The bath and bedroom are steps down the hall. New stoves and toilers in all of the completed units. Units 1, 2, 3 & 4 have new split system heat & air units. Unit 4 has a new fridge and approximately $10,000 in appliances. The 0.64+/- acre property is completely fenced for added privacy and is connected to public sewer and water. Each coach in placed under cover and on a concrete pad.

The Spartan Village also has additional amenities including a speakeasy style clubhouse with approximately $20,000 in new appliances and a hidden door leading to the laundry area with washer & dryer, fire pit, grilling area, yard game area, hot tub, and exercise room. In addition, a pavilion is situated in the center of the courtyard for guest to gather. The unique lodgings and outside pavilion are ideal for formal or informal gatherings (e.g. wedding receptions, club meetings, Christmas parties, family reunions, etc.). This Retro Trailer Coach Park is ideal for a small retreat or gathering. Enjoy privacy in your own individual Trailer Coach, knowing others are close by. Each trailer has outdoor seating in additional to the multiple communal areas.

Leisurely Paradise

Since its inception, the goal of The Spartan Village has been to offer temporary lodging to vacationers who are seeking a get-away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Spartan Village provides a unique setting that will take vacationers back to a simpler time. With its unique location situated at gateway to the beautiful Cherokee National Forest in the small rural community of Tellico Plains, TN, it attracts the attention of a wide variety of vacationers. The Spartan Village is more than great lodging, it is a vacationer’s paradise. The unique environment of leisure surpasses the standard fare for anything offered in Tellico Plains and the surrounding areas.

The Spartan Village has sought to become a destination of choice for people searching for a unique place to relax or recharge. Guests have included individuals and families looking for a vacation destination, honeymooners, family reunions, bikers, and drop-in customers. The country style setting, facilities and multitude of surrounding outdoor activities make The Spartan Village a natural choice for outdoor enthusiasts and families to visit. Its access to the mountains, rivers, water falls, and hiking trails and other attractions in the surrounding areas aid in attracting many tourists.

Historical Charm

The Spartan Village offers vacationers a look into the past and provides a unique lodging experience that is different than the standard cabin offering. Each Spartan Trailer is a unique and different model dating from 1949 to 1961. The Spartan Village not only offers unique lodging, but the fascinating back story of how the Spartan Aircraft Company founded in 1928 in Tulsa, Oklahoma was able to transition from making airplanes to making top of the line Camping Trailers. At the end of World War II, the Spartan factory was beefed up due to wartime production; however, after the war the company decided to change direction, and use their expertise in building innovative airplanes to building high-end mobile homes to meet the housing shortage after the war. Spartan spared no expense on these trailers. They were manufactured to the highest quality and sleekest design employing the monocoque building technique used in airplane manufacturing and were considered to be the “Cadillac” of trailers.  The trailers were built with a modern look incorporating many deco design elements. The Spartan Village is made up of several distinctive models preserved as closely to their original state while updating the units to offer all the amenities of modern life. 

Tranquil Location

The Spartan Village is located within the city limits of rural Tellico Plains in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in southeastern Tennessee. The Spartan Village is conveniently placed approximately 60 miles from Knoxville, 75 miles from Chattanooga, 160 miles from Atlanta, and 200 miles from Nashville. Tellico Plains is also convenient to hospitals, shopping, events, education, and other amenities of city life. Tellico Plains is the Smoky Mountain version of “Mayberry” and was chosen as one of the top ten most beautiful towns in Tennessee. Experience a serene and secluded setting, located at the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest in southeast Tennessee, Tellico Plains is the gateway to the Cherohala Skyway. Revel in the unparalleled forest, numerous rivers, streams and lakes. Venture into views, experiences, and moments that will leave you speechless, all while appreciating the history you are staying in.

Nestled near the beautiful Cherokee National Forest, visitors have limitless vacationing options to please their palette such as kayaking on the Tellico River, hiking any one of the many hiking trails, driving the scenic Cherohala Skyway, hike or bike ride around Indian Boundary Lake, and shop the arts and crafts shops in Tellico Plains or Coker Creek Tellico. Touring the Cherohala Skyway and US 129 (the Dragan Tail) are popular rides for motorcycles, bicycles, and automobile clubs, due to the scenic beauty of these mountain roads. In addition, The Spartan Village is a convenient day trip to Dollywood, Gatlinburg, Townsend, and Cades Cove. 

Driving directions to Tellico Plains: From I-75 go east at Exit 60 Hwy. 68. Follow Hwy 68 southeast towards Tellico Plains (for approx. 25 miles). GPS Coordinates:  Latitude 35.36368095455218 and Longitude -84.29500579833984. The Spartan Village is located in the heart of the city of Tellico Plains proper, right off of Hwy 68. The official address of The Spartan Village is 200 Bear Lane, Tellico Plains, TN  37385. Following are the directions:  Take Hwy 68 into Tellico Plains and make a right on Bear Lane leading to Tellico Plains High School. The park is located on the right hand side before reaching the High School.

Monroe County Parcel / Tax ID:

146  046.15

Yearly Property Taxes:

$871.09 total yearly taxes | $148.68 – City of Tellico Plains and $722.43 – Monroe County

Lot Size:

0.64 +/- acre | 230 x 150

Real Estate Terms:
Powell Auction will email winning bidder your contract. The successful high bidder on this property will be required to sign the Real Estate Sales Contract, Terms & Conditions and any other documents needed, upon conclusion of the bidding and will make an earnest money deposit of ten percent (10%) of the sales price. A ten percent (10%) buyer’s premium will be added to the high bid to establish the total sales price. US currency cash or approved check. The balance is to be paid in full at the deed closing. By bidding you are entering into a binding agreement.

Reliance Title will be conducting the closing. Current taxes, will be prorated at the date of closing, unless otherwise specified. Seller to provide deed. Buyer is responsible for title opinion, title insurance & recording fees. Buyer is responsible for HOA requirements, transfer fees, membership fees, if applicable. Title company closing cost to be split between buyer & seller. Buyer is to obtain his/her own financing. Closing to occur on or before September 29th, 2025.

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