Kaylee Keyes - Lakefront Living Realty

04/17/2026

🏡 Closing Day Coming Up! 🏡

Excited to see this one across the finish line soon!

I had the honor of representing the seller for 108 Springwater Run in Madisonville, which went under contract back in late January — and we’re now just a ways from closing.

Sometimes the smoothest deals are the ones that take a little time behind the scenes, and this one is a great example of staying the course and getting it done right.

Grateful for great clients and another successful closing right around the corner!

04/17/2026

🌄 Under Contract — Buyer Representation 🌄

I had the opportunity to represent the buyer on this beautiful property at 1600 Chestnut Valley Rd in Vonore

This one checked a lot of boxes — privacy, usable land, and that quiet East Tennessee setting that so many buyers are after right now. With spring market picking up, properties like this can go fast.

We’re continuing to see strong demand from buyers looking for land and space in this area — especially properties that offer flexibility to build, invest, or just enjoy a little more room to breathe.

04/17/2026

🔥 Under Contract in 24 Hours! 🔥

This one moved FAST — and for good reason.

I had the opportunity to bring the buyer for this incredible waterfront lot at 728 Wood Duck Drive in Rarity Bay, and we were able to get it under contract in just ONE day.

When you’ve got a level lakefront lot, private dock already in place, and those Tellico Lake + Smoky Mountain views… it doesn’t sit long.

Right now, the demand for prime lots in lakefront communities is 🔥 — buyers are watching closely and ready to move the second the right property hits.

If you’ve been thinking about buying (or even selling), timing matters more than ever.

📲 Let’s talk before the next one is gone just as fast.

04/17/2026

If you’ve been thinking about building on the lake, this one’s worth a look 👇
Lately, we’ve been seeing a lot more traffic on quality lots like these — especially in established lake communities. The good ones are getting harder to find, and they’re definitely catching the attention of buyers coming into the area.

Whether you’re ready to build now or just starting to explore what’s out there, this is a great snapshot of what’s available right now.

04/16/2026

If you’ve lived in East Tennessee for more than five minutes… you already know:

👉 Life outdoors is a big part of living in East Tennessee
👉 With all the greenery and water, nature stays active year-round
👉 And when the weather warms up… everything comes to life (including a few uninvited, “buggy” guests 😉)

But here’s the good news…

You don’t need to drench your yard in chemicals to take control.

Nature actually gives you some really effective ways to keep pests away—while making your property look (and smell) amazing.

Let’s talk about the best plants, herbs, and simple tricks that actually work around your home—especially for lakefront and wooded properties 👇

03/23/2026

If you’ve been anywhere near the East Tennessee real estate market lately—especially around our lakes—you’ve probably felt it…

That shift.

That buzz.

That “something’s happening” energy.

Yep… spring market is officially ON.

But here’s the twist:
👉 This isn’t the wild, chaotic frenzy we saw a few years ago.
👉 It’s smarter. More intentional. And honestly… a lot more interesting.
https://tennlakelife.wpengine.com/the-spring-real-estate-craze-is-back-looks-a-little-different-this-year/

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

Twice a year we change the clocks. But here in East Tennessee, when we spring forward — it feels like more than daylight saving.

Along the shores of Tellico Lake, Fort Loudoun Lake, and Watts Bar Lake, something exciting happens this time of year.

The days stretch longer.
Docks come back to life.
The air gets warmer.
And buyers start thinking about what comes next.

This season resonates forward motion — and 2026 is shaping up to reflect that momentum in more than just daylight.
https://tennlakelife.wpengine.com/spring-forward-into-lake-life-in-east-tennessee/

02/06/2026

So… you’re thinking about moving to East Tennessee.
Maybe for the lake life.
Maybe for the mountains.
Maybe because your friend won’t shut up about how cheap their property taxes are.

Whatever brought you here — welcome. But before you start saving listings and packing boxes, there are a few things you really should know first.

This isn’t the brochure version. This is the real-life version:

https://tennlakelife.wpengine.com/moving-to-east-tennessee-from-out-of-state-read-this-first/