When most people think of middle Tennessee, the first thing that comes to mind is Nashville and Country Music. But as someone who once lived in this part of the country, we can say for a fact that the region has a great deal to offer. With that in mind, we are anxiously awaiting the opening of Southhall Farm and Inn nestled in the hills of middle Tennessee.
By: Perrie Hartz Courtesy Hidden Doorways
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Nestled in the lush rolling hills of Franklin, just 20-minutes outside of Nashville, South Hall Farm & Inn is a sweeping countryside enclave: this sustainable farm-based luxury resort is home to 325 acres of green that include an inn, Tennessee’s largest spa, two signature restaurants, and working farm.
Scheduled to open in December 2022, Southall offers a unique escape in a historic part of Middle Tennessee that reflects traditional Southern hospitality and honors the agricultural heritage of the area. A true haven of mind, soul, and body, the property is easily accessible from Nashville yet still feels perfectly removed and secluded.
The verdant estate includes a gorgeous 95,000 square-foot inn and spa designed with sustainable wood that provides an “inside-out” sensation throughout the property, with interior and exterior spaces that seem to flow seamlessly together. Everything at Southall is in perfect harmony with its surroundings, evoking a deep love of nature as well as the traditions and histories of the farming way of life, while also leaning into technological innovation and modern features and comforts, creating the perfect blend of old and new.
Along with the biodynamic working farm, the property will also include expansive apple orchards, an orangerie, greenhouses, a seasonal farm stand, and two gorgeous pools, one with a retractable roof that provides ample cover for guests, rain or shine.
With a deep connection to the soil and changing seasons, Southall celebrates the soul to seed movement. As they continue to expand their working farm, guests can enjoy freshly-made decadent honey, organic produce and freshly laid eggs from the chickens onsite.
Accommodations at Southall include 62 spacious guest rooms and suites and 16 separate cottages, all offering stunning panoramic views of rolling farmland, oversized soaking tubs, and separate seating areas. Many will also have fireplaces, adding even more coziness to the quaint country setting. The interior décor and artwork is chic, minimalist and modern, while the inn and cottages themselves reflect a classic farm house design, creating a perfect partnership of traditional and contemporary that is reflected throughout the entire property.
Tucked away among towering trees on a hardwood ridge, the cottages are the ultimate in privacy, exclusivity and luxury. Wake up to the sounds of the warbler birds chirping. The most secluded accommodations are the stilted Arbor Cottages, where you’ll feel like you’re camping in the treetops with floor-to-ceiling windows and large wrap-around porches.
Southall’s signature restaurant, Mary Amelia, offers a multi-course, farm-to-table cuisine experience. Chef Tyler Brown incorporates only seasonal ingredients that are grown and raised on site.
The intimate dining room and panoramic outdoor patio provide an unforgettable setting while chef Tyler Brown prepares a dinner menu that incorporates the freshest of seasonal ingredients all grown and raised on site.
At Sojourner, guests can enjoy breakfasts of homemade pastries and fresh-from-the-coop egg delicacies, along with lunches and casual dinners. There is also a menu of refreshing handcrafted cocktails infused with garden herbs and just-harvested fruits and vegetables.
The Spa at Southall is an impressive 15,000 square foot facility featuring a steam room, sauna, relaxation room, 10 individual treatment rooms and two couples suites, along with an all-season mineral pool.
Holistic treatments and wellness activities such as hiking, yoga, and meditation are inspired by ancient healing therapies and provide guests a truly immersive experience in nature.
Southall offers an abundance of farm, wellness, and adventure activities, including a high ropes course, archery, falconry, immersive farm and culinary tours, and over five miles of trails for hiking and biking. Activities on picturesque Lake Mishkin include fishing canoeing, kayaking, and standup paddle boarding.
For those planning a special celebration, Southall offers one-of-a-kind, versatile venues for meetings, galas, fundraisers, and luxurious group celebrations such as weddings and receptions.Boasting a manicured lawn overlooking Lake Mishkin, soaring ceilings featuring exposed beams, and rooms flooded with natural light, The Orchard is perfect for groups of up to 350—as well as retreats, executive sessions, and intimate gatherings. The Jammery, their on-site preservation kitchen, offers interactive experiences with custom programming such as demonstrations and teaching opportunities. Outdoor options include waterfront events at the natural amphitheater; receptions or ceremonies on lush lawns; fire-cooked meals at the hilltop lookout; and private spots and engagement locations scattered throughout the property.
A place of gathering, deep connection, food, and nature, Southall offers guests a truly unmatched and unforgettable immersive experience dedicated to education, exploration, and physical and mental relaxation, all set against a stunning backdrop of lush rolling hills and green Tennessee farmland.
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