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Old 02-24-2007, 08:06 AM
 
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I would like to hear the opinions of the members of this forum concerning their favorite scenic small town or hamlet in TN. I'm especially interested in towns that have either a great natural feature (on a lake, pretty stream or river, great view or beautiful mountain setting, etc.) or an old-time look (nice town square, attractive old buildings even if a bit run-down, etc.)

Size isn't important, in fact, I'm looking for smaller, perhaps overlooked towns. What especially pretty towns have YOU seen in your travels throughout our great state?
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Old 02-24-2007, 08:18 AM
 
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I would like to hear the opinions of the members of this forum concerning their favorite scenic small town or hamlet in TN. I'm especially interested in towns that have either a great natural feature (on a lake, pretty stream or river, great view or beautiful mountain setting, etc.) or an old-time look (nice town square, attractive old buildings even if a bit run-down, etc.)

Size isn't important, in fact, I'm looking for smaller, perhaps overlooked towns. What especially pretty towns have YOU seen in your travels throughout our great state?
That's an interesting question that will probably have a lot of responses. I'm anxious to see what others say--it'll probably provide me some new places to visit on weekends when I just feel like hopping in my Jeep for a road trip!

Gainesboro has a quaint, old downtown right smack against some mountains (big hills). I think it's one of the most attractive small towns around.

I also like the downtown area of Dandridge because it's old and right on a big lake.

Rogersville is also nice, you can see the mountains from downtown.
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Old 02-24-2007, 01:06 PM
 
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Mountain City has got to be up there. Greeneville & Jonesborough have charming downtowns with some beautiful mountain views.
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Old 02-24-2007, 02:08 PM
 
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Mountain City is so close to ski areas and great hiking, and the people are very very nice!
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Old 02-24-2007, 08:36 PM
 
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I've only seen pictures, but Jonesborough looks beautiful and it's the oldest town in Tennessee. It also hosts the International Storytelling Center and the annual Storytelling Festival.
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Old 02-25-2007, 06:49 PM
 
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Default Most Scenic Town In TN

My vote goes to Jonesborough. It is Tennessee's oldest town and is rich in Early American architecture. It is convenient to larger towns and has lovely mountain views. Honorable mention goes to Rogersville, Greeneville, Mountain City and Elizabethton.
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Old 03-18-2007, 06:07 PM
 
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Im new to Cookeville Tn and was wondering if anyone had any good tips on places to get married....The wedding is planned for June 30 and Im just not having any luck...Please if anyone knows anything about weddings here please get back to me. I really appreciate it!
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Old 03-18-2007, 06:22 PM
 
Location: Tennessee
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I'm from Middle Tennessee and I love the rolling hills of this area. There's some beautiful countryside and lakes around this area. However, it's hard to beat East Tennessee and the mountains for sheer scenic beauty. If you can find a small, charming town and location with a view of the mountains and maybe a stream or water nearby, you'll be all set.

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Old 03-18-2007, 07:37 PM
 
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Im new to Cookeville Tn and was wondering if anyone had any good tips on places to get married....The wedding is planned for June 30 and Im just not having any luck...Please if anyone knows anything about weddings here please get back to me. I really appreciate it!
Have you tried the Garden Inn at Bee Rock in Monterey? I'll PM the web site to you. I've had friends get married there before, and it is beautiful.
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Old 03-18-2007, 08:39 PM
 
Location: Beautiful East TN!!
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I second, third and I believe forth, Jonesborough, Greeneville and Rogersville.
Erwin and Unicoi are also small and very scenic as they are the base of the Smokies and they are very over looked, but there are also some reasons for that. Those two are on the economical depressed side. Cosby would be another in that category but more of a "camp style" town. Townsend has GORGEOUS views but it seems like a lot of very expensive homes and vacation cabins have been popping up there lately. Not sure how long that will be kept smallish.
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