5 Extraordinary Tennessee Estates from Riverfront Lodges to Equestrian Retreats

Surrounded by rolling pastures and mature trees in Giles County, 925 Sumac Road pairs modern living with working-land versatility across a striking stretch of Tennessee countryside. Completed in 2024, the 2,200-square-foot residence offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with views over Middle Tennessee’s scenic landscape. A newly constructed barn adds immediate utility for equipment storage and can be adapted for equestrian operations. Outdoors, multiple ponds and a year-round creek thread through the property, creating a setting rich with wildlife and natural beauty. The diverse terrain supports everything from farming and cattle operations to horseback riding, hunting, and everyday outdoor recreation, while exceptional privacy keeps the experience serene. With multiple potential building sites, the estate also holds long-term development potential, along with convenient access to Pulaski, I-65, Huntsville, and Nashville.

Along the water’s edge on the renowned South Holston River, Tailwaters Lodge pairs exceptional privacy with breathtaking mountain views across 13.63 acres of expansive river frontage. Known as a premier trout fishing destination, the property is designed for the rhythms of river life while accommodating a wide range of stays and gatherings. Upgraded amenities and charming guest cabins create a relaxed, lodge-style experience for anglers, families, and corporate retreats, while a newly constructed wedding venue adds a dedicated setting for special events. With rare AR zoning and significant development potential—including plans for an additional lodge and more cabins—there’s a clear path for future expansion. Conveniently located near Bristol and the Tri-Cities, it offers seclusion without feeling remote, inviting days shaped by the river and evenings framed by the mountains.

On Turning Point Drive in Brentwood’s Primm Farm community, this custom home by award-winning Arnold Homes balances ceremony and ease. Arrival is marked by a porte-cochère with striking stone elements, setting up the curved staircase just inside. An open formal dining room and a private office with a French door lend structure for both entertaining and quiet workdays, while the expansive kitchen and gathering room become the day-to-day hub. Outdoors, a screened porch with a stone fireplace extends living space into every season, joined by a separate grilling station and a private pool bath overlooking a resort-style pool with a tanning ledge and hot tub. The primary suite offers spa-inspired features and an oversized custom closet. A main-level guest suite, upper and lower utility rooms, a bonus room, and a separate media room round out a home designed to live beautifully, day after day.

Set on 3.27 private acres in Saddle Springs, this rare estate pairs refined interiors with true resort-style outdoor living. Inside, four bedroom suites each include a private bath and walk-in closet, complemented by six baths total, a dramatic 20-foot ceiling, and three fireplaces. Sophisticated finishes are joined by thoughtful daily luxuries, including a built-in Miele coffee station. Outdoors, the backyard unfolds as a secluded oasis: an infinity-edge saltwater pool that’s both heated and cooled, a hot tub, expansive outdoor living areas, and exceptional privacy framed by mature landscaping. Versatility continues with a 3-car attached garage and a 40×36 detached shop suited to vehicles, equipment, storage, or a workshop. Even the crawlspace adds function, with partial stand-up storage and storm-shelter potential. Saddle Springs offers community trails, acreage, and access to Franklin, Berry Farms, Cool Springs, and I-65.

Set on 15 picturesque acres in Williamsport, this fully renovated estate balances modern comfort with the calm of the Tennessee countryside. The main level spans approximately 3,400 square feet, complemented by a 2,500-square-foot finished basement designed for flexibility and ease. A generous 30’ x 15’ library—finished with custom built-in bookshelves and a desk—adapts beautifully as a homeschool room, office, or play space, while a bright sunroom invites the landscape indoors. Downstairs, a kitchenette with washer/dryer hook-ups, temperature-controlled storage, and a tankless water heater supports multi-generational living or relaxed entertaining. Central gas heat is joined by a wood-burning fireplace and two additional wood-burning stoves, including one tied into the basement ductwork. Outside, three fenced paddocks with run-in shelter, a well-equipped barn with adjacent workshop, detached garage, and a gated keypad entrance shape daily life around privacy and purpose.