Vintage inspired. Quiet and restful. Fully stocked kitchen and bath. Multi-use living space. Comfy outdoor seating. Close to local amenities and attractions.
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OUR LOCATION
Wayfarer's Inn is located in beautiful Hickman County Tennessee. Much of what you'll experience here is a rich history of farming, homesteading, hiking, fishing, and off-roading. Locals who have been here for generations provide its strong sense of stability and family values. Newcomers who have been inspired by those values and who desire a slower pace in life offer a welcoming new vision for its prospering future.
Hickman County offers much in the way of music as well. Centerville is home of the longest running live radio show, the Grinder's Switch Hour, in Tennessee. It's hosted and performed by long standing local musicians and open to the public on Saturday mornings at 10 am in the old Ice House near the downtown square. Should you desire to check out our local scene our front porch is only a five minute drive to the Historic Downtown Square.
Wayfarer's Inn neighbors Hwy 100, which offers it's guests easy access to and from local amenities and attractions. Although it is busy with travelers, local commuters, and school bus traffic during the week days, one is unaware of the traffic when inside the premises. Weekend stays offer a quieter atmosphere and porch sitting is highly recommend. Its gardens are beautiful and the wildlife plentiful. This property sits back off the road, and the woodland surroundings provide a calming affect. Either way, whether your stay happens during the week or the weekend, time spent here is a lovely experience.
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GROUNDS, GARDENS & PATIO SEATING
Comfy outdoor seating is located under the covered porch and around the table near the raised bed gardens.
While relaxing with a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet tea keep this in mind, that sitting quietly will ensure a friendly visit from neighboring wildlife. It is a very pleasant experience to watch deer, squirrel, chipmunks, rabbits and birds of many varieties gracefully graze and play throughout the grounds.
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LIVING, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT SPACE
This area of the inn offers a place for relaxation with reading material, board games, cards, and puzzles. Television and music are provided through free Wi-Fi. Added dining space in this area holds up to six persons and also doubles as a table-top for game playing.
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
The inn is close to local amenities and attractions. Please scroll down for more information on restaurants, shopping and things-to-do during your stay.
RESTAURANTS
The Local Place
Specialty coffee & tea, light breakfast and lunch, homemade ice cream & cookies.
Mason Jar Cafe
Hamburgers, salads, meat and three, dessert.
Skeeter's Pub & Grub
Full bar, chef prepared hamburgers, fish & chips, onion rings, fried pickles, salads, and dessert.
Papa KayJoe's
Southern Bar-B-Q
Fish Camp
Seafood, catfish, home fries, slaw, hush puppies.
Mi Cosina Mexican Restaurant
Tex-Mex lunch & dinner, beer, wine, happy hour with mixed drinks.
Homestead Restaurant
All-You-Can-Eat breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Trim & Healthy Mama's Blue Butterfly Cafe
Organic, Non-Gluten, breakfast & lunch, coffee/tea bar, muffins and dessert.
Maryann's & Wanda's Eatery
A unique restaurant and gift shop located in Lyles, TN. Only a ten minute drive from our front porch. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Leave room for their famous desserts.
SHOPPING
Remember When
Gift shop, gift cards, clothing, jewelry and home decor.
Centerville Market Place
Three floors of wonderful stuff offering a fantastic assortment of antiques, collectibles, food, books, pottery, glassware, jewelry, art, vintage clothing, and on and on and on!
Lillie & Blanche
Vintage furniture and housewares, unique kitchenware, handmade children's clothing.
Simplici Soap Factory
Homemade non-allergenic soap and candles, gift shop.
Hope on the Square
A lovely thrifty boutique of second-hand clothing and housewares.
Missy's Floral Shop:
Fresh flowers and gifts
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THINGS TO DO
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CENTERVILLE
Home to country comedian Sarah Colley-Cannon, better known as Minnie Pearl, our claim to fame. Visit the history museum located in the downtown square for more info on Minnie, our town, and the county of Hickman. Don't forget to have your photo taken with Minnie's statue as a momento of your visit.
GRINDER'S SWITCH WINERY
“Top Flight Tennessee Wines” produced in the lovely countryside of Centerville. Tasting room is located 10 minutes from the downtown square.
HORSESHOE BEND FARM WINES
Fabulous fruit wines homegrown on a 280-acre farm on the banks of the Duck River. Unique in its topography, the Duck River makes a horseshoe shape around the property – thus the name Horseshoe Bend.
FARMER'S MARKET AT RIVER PARK
Tuesday and Saturday mornings local farmers, bakers, and craftsman offer a wide variety of farm to fork produce, home baked breads and desserts, and crafted artisan goods.
CENTERVILLE MUNICIPAL GOLFCOURSE
A public nine-hole course owned and operated by the Town of Centerville. Carts are available for rent.
PINK CADILLAC DRIVE-IN THEATER
Take a step back in time to the 1950's and enjoy two movies for the price of one in the comfort of your own car.
NATIONAL BANANA PUDDING FESTIVAL
Bakers from across the country bring on the competition for the best banana pudding. Sample these delicious selections during the first weekend in October. Guests will enjoy entertainment on two stages, arts, crafts, food, games, activities for all ages.
RACHAEL MCCAMPBELL FINE ART GALLERY AND STUDIO
Housed in a beautiful historic building on the downtown square. Rachel paints en plein aire local landscapes, from old homesteads to the Appalachian Mountains of East Tennessee. Her work is a true walk through the countryside and mountain vistas.
STORYTELLERS HIDEAWAY FARM AND MUSEUM
The Farm that Johnny Cash called “The Center of My Universe”. The Hideaway Farm Museum in Bon Aqua, TN is a must-stop for anyone interested in knowing more about the man behind the country music icon, as well as the region’s rich history. Located just ten minutes from Centerville, TN.
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ADVENTURE AWAITS YOU JUST A LITTLE FURTHER DOWN THE ROAD
If you can stay for more than a few days then here are three must do visits under a one hour drive from Centerville, TN.
LORETTA LYNN RANCH
Visit the Coal Miner's Daughter in Waverly, TN. https://www.lorettalynnranch.net/
NATCHEZ TRACE
Don't miss this beautiful drive through 10,000 years of history that spans over 400 miles. Starting in Nashville and taking you to Natchez, Mississippi, this travelers treasure of a scenic drive offers many different spots to get on or off during your venture. The nearest entrance is located within a 20 minute drive from the inn. Famous water falls, historical stops, Trail of Tears walking path, and Meriweather Lewis State Park are some of the attractions you will find along its pathway. Light hiking trails are available at all stops. Best times to visit the Trace are in the Spring and Fall months. https://www.nps.gov/natr/index.htm
LEIPERS FORK
Home to many a country star this quaint little town speaks of nostalgia throughout. From Country Bob's Big Burgers, Fox & Lockes cafe and live music venue, to specialty shops and several art galleries. You'll want to hit the road towards this "must-visit-place-to-experience" when in Middle Tennessee. Who knows, you might run into a country star while they are simply out and about for the day, or jamming unannounced with one of the many local music venues there. Surely a place for lots of fun! https://visitfranklin.com/communities/leipers-fork/
Please note:
Wayfarer's Inn is approximately a one hour drive to Music City, should you have a hankering for a little more excitement, and Nashville International Airport is a 75 minute drive.
