Legacy Farms is often selected by clients based on its vintage charm and serene local, but there is so much more to this beautiful old manor than that! We’d like to take you on a historical  journey of how this magnificent property has been an anchor in the community through war and peace for over 150 years.

Dr. Newburn Jennings began construction on what we now call the manor house in 1832. These original 4 rooms were used as a hospital where he cared for sick and wounded Union soldiers during the Battle of Murfreesboro. War times called for food, money and medical supply shortages for many, but Legacy Farms was there to provide the food and extra money earned from crops and livestock to keep the hospital and subsequently the patients alive through this difficult time. The property was also housed an underground tunnel used by soldiers during attack and later on by slaves escaping to freedom on the underground railroad.

After war times, the needs of the property owners changed. With no more wounded soldiers to  care for, it would be much more useful as a family home.  Again, Legacy Farms met the needs of the owner providing ample land for livestock to graze and crops to be grown, lush ponds where people could escape the heat, and plenty of space to make additions to the manor for large families and guests.

Four additional bedrooms and all eight bathrooms were eventually added to the original manor through the generations of families that inherited the property as well as the staircase which was brought in from New York. The house was used as a social gathering place by many in the area and saw its fair share of laughter and dancing throughout the years. Neighbors would come from miles around to use the telephone or listen to The Grand Ole Opry on the radio because, at the time, Legacy Manor was the only place around that had such modern electronics. In effect, the owners of Legacy Farms were at one time, the only source of news for miles around.

  In the 1990′s the property, in need of a lot of TLC, was bought at auction by Jaqueline George who brought the manor back to life as a Bed and Breakfast called Cedarvine Manor, then resold again in 2010 to its current owners Jerry and Kellie Bryson.

With their roots firmly planted in the wedding industry, the Brysons transformed Legacy Farms into a gorgeous venue perfect for any party from 40 to 400! Boasting 22 acres of  quiet lush countryside including a historic manor turned B&B, a newly remodeled event center, log cabin, beautifully manicured courtyards perfect for an outdoor wedding, and a pier overlooking the serene water-scape.

Throughout the years many families have called Legacy Farms home and each one has restored or added their own touch creating the uniquely beautiful venue that you see today.

Add your special day to the long list of magical moments in Legacy Farms’  deep rooted history! Contact us today to come view this incredible property by phone at 615-321-2394 or by email at Kellie@maineventpro.com