About Nashville, Tennessee

The stars shine brightly over Tennessee’s capital of Nashville, otherwise known as Music City, USA.  Experience a Nashville vacation filled with fun, excitement, and of course, music!  Although you can enjoy many genres of music in Nashville, it is most famous for being the home of country music.  As you stroll through the city, keep your eyes open for some famous faces in the crowd.  A Nashville condo rental or a vacation house in Nashville is the perfect place to stay while you explore this exciting city.

Music, Music, Music

After a good night’s rest in your Nashville condo rental, you will be ready to enjoy the plethora of activities that the city has to offer.  Start with a stroll down legendary Music Row, the center of country music’s recording industry, where the streets are lined with recording studios and record producers.  Then take time to peruse the Country Music Hall of Fame, with many items on display including extravagant costumes worn by country stars, musical instruments played by musically gifted artists, and photographs of times past.  Take a tour and discover the rich entertainment history of the Ryman Auditorium.  A stay in a Nashville vacation rental is not complete without a guided tour of the renowned Grand Ole Opry.  Many artists have graced the stage in this 4,400 seat venue where you can enjoy a performance by some of country music’s greatest stars. 

Prefer to be up close and personal with music?  Centrally located Nashville resorts and Nashville house rentals put you right in the middle of the downtown action in minutes. The District, located in the heart of Nashville, is the spot for live music.  Enjoy nightlife near the banks of the Cumberland River.  The streets are lined with bars that feature live music and dancing. Have a good time with all genres of music including country, rockabilly, and bluegrass.  Stop by the world famous Wildhorse Saloon to do a little line dancing and catch a performance by up and coming artists or seasoned musical talent.

Explore Historical Nashville

 For history lovers, a Nashville rental is the perfect vacation.  Here you can visit President Andrew Jackson’s extraordinary home, The Hermitage.  The historical character and fascinating artifacts will amaze those who appreciate things of long ago.  Also preserved for the history buff is the vintage beauty and Southern charm of the Belle Meade Plantation.  Step back in time to life in the 1800s.  Then explore the Cheekwood Bontanical Garden and Museum of Art.  This is a 55-acre wonderland of lush botanical gardens.  Roam through the Museum of Art located in the spectacular mansion and enjoy a delicious meal at the Pineapple Room Restaurant. 

Delectable Dishes, Southern Style

There are many options for dining if you don’t feel like cooking at your Nashville condo or Nashville house rental.  Take pleasure in sumptuous cuisine and spectacular entertainment as you, journey down the scenic Cumberland River aboard the General Jackson Showboat, an alluring 300 foot, four-deck paddlewheel riverboat.  Want a delectable dinner fit for a king?  The Stock-Yard Restaurant, situated in a historic building on 2^nd Avenue, surrounds you with extravagant décor of marble floors and beautiful chandeliers as you dine on delicacies such as Certified Angus Beef, Maine lobster tail, and Alaskan king crab legs.  For a more casual dining experience, just look for the pink neon flying pig of Jack’s BBQ on Broadway where you can dine on true southern barbeque and Jack’s five award-winning sauces.  Get dessert to go and enjoy it at your Nashville rental.

Fabulous Festivals and Entertaining Events

There are numerous festivals and events throughout the year here in Nashville.   Perhaps the biggest event is the CMA Music Festival held every June.  Rent a vacation house in Nashville for the week and experience all the festivities of barbecues, exhibits, fanfare, and country music celebrities.  Stay at a Nashville resort in mid-March and take part in the Running of the Iroquois Memorial Steeplechase event which benefits the Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital.  In the spring, the city hosts the Tin Pan South Songwriter’s Festival where hundreds of songwriters gather.  Rent a condo in Nashville and enjoy the many outdoor concerts throughout the city. October is the perfect time to enjoy a Nashville condo and join in the Celebration of Cultures.  This ethnic festival represents 50 nations with food, entertainment, exhibits, and crafts.  There is no shortage of activities to participate in regardless of the time of year you choose to stay in a Nashville vacation rental.