See the second slideshow in the previous post here on the week I planned for my friend, Kate, to introduce her to southern hospitality and the Nashville spirit. Below is my guide for tourists, hosts, and locals on staycation. No doubt I’ll have more suggestions as I explore new places, and I’d love for you to share in the comments your favorite discoveries and hangouts, too. Enjoy!
*Updated June 2022. Always check business websites for latest information.
Links to recommended Airbnbs mentioned above:
When I was living abroad for 3 years, my go-to for winter and summer breaks in Nashville was the Honey Bee Suite.
The owner, Carol, is a friend. Her place is so popular it was already booked when Kate visited (usually booked 8 months out). See why I love Carol’s home and the area here ).
Kate and I stayed in the “Charming Cottage in 12th/Belmont” but were told it was being sold and the link no longer works. 🙁
Lovely Little House on Lillian is aptly named. Loved the stay and host Andrea is very helpful.
Thompson Station was the bucolic respite I hoped it would be. Hosts Edy and Chris are great.
More about Nashville and Tennessee here:
East Nashville’s Bounty and Backyards
Loveless and Natchez Trace Area
Your coverage reminds me (again) that I really must get down to explore Nashville. Clearly there’s much more to experience than just the Grand Ole Opry 🙂
There really is. 🙂 Nashville has grown so much in the 3 years I was gone that I barely recognized it, but it’s fun exploring the changes.
Minus the hot yoga and horseback riding, I wish I had this information when I visited Nashville for a conference (1,200 Social Security lawyers at the Opryland Hotel–ugh). I guess it’s technically outside of Nashville, but I did make it to The Hermitage to indulge my inner history geek.
The Hermitage is nice. I lived near there for almost 30 years. 1200 SS lawyers in Opryland Hotel must have been an experience! 🙂 Now I’m on the west side near Cheekwood and enjoying my first fall full of color and cooler weather in a long time.
Welcome back to the States! I bet you have a new appreciation for your old hometown!
Thank you! I do! Much has changed, much I missed, and much more to explore–especially since moving to a new area of town.