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Welcome to the WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Ron Gregory Sales and Auctions neighborhood information page. Here you can find extensive details about every aspect of the northern Tennessee communities that we serve. It’s important that you get to know the area you are interested in moving to, so go ahead and familiarize yourself with the counties of Robertson, Davidson, Sumner, and Cheatham. With beautiful landscape surrounding every inch of these counties, Tennessee is the perfect place to settle down in. The fantastic educational facilities, economic climate, and recreational opportunities make the area of northern Tennessee a great place to live. So go ahead and browse the information below to get a better understanding of why we love to call Tennessee our home.

Named for James Robertson, the founder of Nashville and a state senator, the county of Robertson is in the Nashville-Davidson metro area. The county is located on the northern section of Middle Tennessee, on the Highland Rim of the Cumberland Basin.

Nearly 60,000 people live in Robertson County, which is an increase of almost 9% since the 2000 census. There are nearly 22,000 households in the county, housing an average of about 3 people. The average age of a Robertson County citizen is 35 years old.

Robertson County has a healthy, vibrant economy with a strong work force. The manufacturing industry is the largest employer in the county, followed by retail trade, health care/social assistance, accommodation/food services, administrative/support services, and wholesale trade. The labor force is also strong in the industries of real estate, information services, and entertainment/recreation. The median household income in the county is around $45,000, and per capita income increased by almost 15% between 1997 and 2002.

Robertson County is home to 19 fantastic schools, in 6 different communities. All the schools in the county were accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACs) by December 1998, and the school system was accredited in 1999. Besides offering an excellent level of education, teachers and administrators in the county demonstrate leadership in the areas of personal and social development. Listed below is a full list of public schools in Robertson County, organized by community:

For more information about the above schools, including contact and location information, click here.

Robertson County offers some exceptional opportunities for recreation and entertainment. From great outdoor recreation and historic sites, to museums and unique shops, Robertson County has a little something for everyone. Browse the information below to get a better idea of what the county has to offer:

For those interested in camping, hiking, fishing, golfing, and any other outdoor recreational opportunity, Robertson County provides plenty of services. The following is a list of some such services in the county:

Adams Garden: Pick fruits and vegetables throughout a ten-acre farm, including cherries, asparagus, berries, nut pears, and figs.
Honeysuckle Hill Pumpkin Farm: Offers pumpkins, hay rides, and corn maze.
Shiloh Lake: A pay-to-fish lake, offering bass, carp, brim, and catfish, with a bait and tack shop on the premises.
Sumner Crest Winery: Besides the winery, this facility also offers a gorgeous antique gallery, a 1930 Roadster, and an amazing gift shop.
Bethel Road Campground
Owl’s Roost Campground
The Legacy Golf Course: Raymond Floyd designed this 18-hole public golf course that is fit for golfers of all skill levels.
Pebble Brook Golf Course: An 18-hole course offering beautiful views and challenging shots.
Bell Witch Cave and Canoe Rental: Considered one of the most haunted places in America, the cave is a great place to come visit…if you’re brave enough!
Red River Canoeing: Offers a 4-hour trip down the Red River.

Robertson County contains some famed museums and historic sites for the whole family to enjoy. The following is a partial list of some of these sites in Robertson County:

Cross Plains Heritage Museum, Library, and Archives: Exhibits over 200 years of history, with a lending library, research archive, and gift shop.
Highland Rim Speedway: Located in the gorgeous Highland Rim, the speedway has been opened since 1962 and became the fastest high-banked quarter-mile track in the region.
Historic Thomas Drugs: A full service drug store with gifts, collectibles, and a working soda fountain from the 1900’s.
Robertson County History Museum: Located in the former U.S. Post Office, this museum documents the history of the county, including its railroad, whiskey, and tobacco industry past.
Springfield Historic Downtown: Recently restored Main Street and Public Square, with a museum, archives, shops, crafts, and a 125-year-old courthouse.
Thomas Kilgore’s Gravesite: Historic gravesite of the first permanent settler in Robertson County, who died in 1822.

Robertson County is home to some fantastic and unique shops, offering all sorts of products and merchandise. The following is a list of some of these shops:

Alford’s Antiques: Three floors of antiques of all shapes and sizes, from furniture and china, to tools and books.
Binkley’s Shoe Shop: A full-service shoe, boot, and leather repair shop since 1933, with a third-generation master cobbler on site.
Quaint Olde Shoppe: Offers furniture, china, artwork, and much more.
Springfield Antique Barn: The area’s largest antique barn, with more than 125 booths in an 80 year-old building.
Springfield Guitar Co.: Offers acoustic guitars, electric guitars, fiddles, bass fiddles, and more.

In addition to the plethora of entertainment and recreational opportunities listed above, Robertson County also hosts some exceptional annual festivals and events. Listed below are a few examples of these events:

Daughters of the American Revolution History Tour: Held the first Saturday and Sunday of June, this event alternates between a historical homes tour and a cross-country motor coach tour.
Greenbrier 4th of July Picnic/Turning of the Pig: One of the oldest functional open pit barbeques in the South, with a carnival, auction, and country/gospel music.
Springfield Christmas Parade/Christmas on the Square: Held the Saturday before Thanksgiving.
Springfield Midnight Gala: A formal New Year’s Eve dance with live music from the band, MonkeyTime.
Northcrest Foundation Golf Tournament (Springfield): Held the first Friday in May at The Legacy Golf Club.
New Chapel Country Fair (Springfield): Held the last Saturday in September, this fair offers country crafts, canned goods, and baked goods for sale, to benefit the missionary work of the church.

For additional listings and information concerning Robertson County entertainment and recreational opportunities, click here.

Over 60 churches and religious facilities are located in the county seat of Springfield. Many different denominations are serviced by these facilities, creating a healthy and diverse religious climate in the county. For additional information about Springfield churches, including contact and location information, click here.

Davidson County is named for William Lee Davidson, a Revolutionary War soldier who died at Valley Forge. In 1963, the city of Nashville and the Davidson County government merged, so the county government is now known as the “Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,” or “Metro Nashville.”

Over 572,000 people live in Davidson County, which is an increase of .45% since the year 2000. There are nearly 239,000 households in the county, housing an average of a little more than 2 people. The average age of a Davidson County citizen is 36 years old.

Davidson County is home to an enormous labor force, working in a vast number of growing industries. The health care/social assistance industry is the largest employer in the county, followed by retail trade, accommodation/food services, administrative/support services, manufacturing, wholesale trade, scientific/technical services, and information services. The labor force is also strong in the industries of arts/entertainment, real estate, and educational services. The median household income in the county is nearly $41,000, and per capita income increased by almost 30% between 1997 and 2002.

The Davidson County school system serves the educational needs of more than 74,000 students, in over 133 schools. Families have the option of sending their children to either the school they are zoned in, or one of the many specialized schools in the county, including magnet, design center, enhanced option, and professional development schools. Listed below are links to Davidson County schools, where you’ll find contact and location information, and maps of the school areas.

Davidson County is also home to 13 colleges and universities. For more information about each school, click on the school’s link, below:

If you’d like more information about the above colleges and universities, feel free to Contact Us at anytime.

Countless opportunities abound for outdoor recreation in Davidson County. From camping and hiking, to white-water rafting and golfing, Davidson County has it all. Browse the information below to get a better idea of what Davidson County has to offer, in terms of exciting outdoor adventure.

There are 11 major camping sites in the Davidson County area, providing exceptional outdoor services for every nature lover. Listed below are some of the major camping sites in the area:

There are 14 major golf courses located in Davidson County. From beginner to expert difficulty levels, the county has courses for every type of golfer. Listed below are the major golf courses located in Davidson County. To learn more about what each course offers, click on the course:

Two major historic beaches are located in Davidson County, offering relaxing respites for the whole family to enjoy. Long Island Beach is located very close to camping sites and is relatively close to some fantastic hotels that fill up quickly, so make reservations in advance. Willow Beach is very similar to Long Island Beach, in that there are never big crowds, and the relaxing, beautiful atmosphere is impossible to ignore. If you’d like to learn more about these two historic beaches, feel free to Contact Us at anytime.

In addition to the Long Island and Willow Beaches, Davidson County also offers a variety of lakes. These lakes provide opportunities for fishing, skiing, rafting, and every other water activity imaginable. Listed below are some of the major lakes located in the county:

For more information about all of the above outdoor recreational opportunities and other nature attractions in the Davidson County area, click here.

Davidson County is one of the best counties in the United States for arts and entertainment, due in most part to the city of Nashville. Nashville has long been known as one of the premier spots for music, dining, historic sites, and all other forms of entertainment. Listed below are some of the most famous area attractions in Nashville:

Grand Ole Opry: A 4,400 seat broadcast studio, featuring performances from superstars and legends, broadcast live every Friday and Saturday night. It is the world’s longest running radio show, bringing country music to America for over 70 years.
Grand Ole Opry Museum: One of the most famous music museums in the world, with exhibits honoring Patsy Cline, Hank Snow, George Jones, Jim Reeves, and much more.
The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew Jackson, this is Nashville’s premier national treasure, with a tour of the house where the seventh president of the United States once lived.
Nashville Zoo: Contains more than 600 exotic and endangered animals, along meandering walkways through gorgeous countryside. Major attractions include clouded leopards, white tigers, ring-tailed lemurs, colobus monkeys, red pandas, and much more.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: Besides the hall of fame and museum, this attraction also offers a tour of Music Row and a visit to RCA Studio B, a working recording studio.
Nashville Toy Museum: An internationally recognized collection of toys, this museum features objects dating back more than 150 years, including model trains, antique dolls, early European bears, giant ship models, and much more.
Tennessee State Museum: Over 60,000 square feet of exhibitions, displaying artifacts and art from pre-historic Indians to the early 1900s.
Tobacco Art and History Museum: Offers exhibits of various tobacco-related artifacts, including pipes, tools, jars, snuffboxes, and much more.
Broadway Dinner Train: One of the most unique dining experiences in the country, offering a 2-½ hour train ride with a 4-course meal, served in restored dining cars with live entertainment.

For more information about major area attractions in the Nashville area, click here.

Over 800 churches and religious facilities are located in the county seat of Nashville. Almost every denomination imaginable is serviced by these facilities, creating an open-minded and embracing community. For a full list of these churches and other religious facilities, including contact and location information, click here.

Sumner County is named for Jethro Sumner, an officer in the French and Indian War. The county is located in the Nashville-Davidson metro area, and the county seat is Gallatin.

There are around 142,000 people living in Sumner County, which is an increase of nearly 9% since the year 2000. Roughly 53,000 households are located in the county, housing an average of about 2.5 people. The average age of a Sumner County citizen is 36 years old.

The labor force in Sumner County is healthier and stronger than ever, due in some part to the county’s close proximity to Nashville. The manufacturing industry is the largest employer in the county, followed by retail trade, health care/social assistance, accommodation/food services, administrative/support services, scientific/technical services, and wholesale trade. Other large employers in the county include entertainment/recreation, real estate, and information services. The median household income in the county is over $47,000, and per capita income increased by over 20% between 1997 and 2002.

The Sumner County school system offers challenging educational opportunities in a safe environment, while encouraging students to become responsible, productive, and respectful citizens. With over 3,800 employees in the school system, servicing over 26,000 students, the Sumner County educational system is larger than ever, and constantly enrolling more and more students. There are 42 schools located in the county, including 8 high schools, 9 middles schools, 23 elementary schools, a K-12 magnet school, a night high school, and an alternative school. For more details about the schools, including contact and location information, click on the following links:

There are many fantastic opportunities for recreation and entertainment in Sumner County. Whether you’re interested in museums, wineries, golf courses, or historic sites, Sumner County can fulfill your recreational needs. The following is a list of some entertainment opportunities in Sumner County:

Hendersonville Arts Council Galleries: Historic site built in 1860 that features artwork by local artists.
Sumner County Museum: A 10,000 square feet, 3-story building, this museum houses over 250,000 artifacts of Sumner County, ranging from early Indians to the early 1900s.
Wynnewood: Built in 1828, this is one of the largest log structures ever constructed in Tennessee.
Historic Rock Castle: One of the state’s most important early structures, the Historic Rock Castle is the first stone house built in middle Tennessee.
Trinity Music City, USA: A 33-acre facility in Hendersonville with free live events, movies, tours, a restaurant, a gift shop, and a state-of-the-art recording studio.
Sumner Crest Winery: Opened in 1997, this winery contains a beautiful antique gallery, a 1930 roadster, and an amazing gift shop.
Shady Cover Resort and Marina:

Shady Cover Resort and Marina: A relaxing, peaceful camping site offering fishing, boating, and overall family fun.
Bledsoe Creek State Park: Open 7 a.m. to sunset year round, this park offers camping, hiking, fishing, boating, picnicking, wildlife, and other nearby local attractions.
Long Hollow Golf Course: A medium skill-level course offering Bermuda fairways, bent grass greens, and water hazards.
Country Hills Golf Course: A challenging, 18-hole championship golf course, with beautiful scenery and golf lessons from PGA professionals.

For additional information about all of Sumner County’s entertainment and recreational opportunities, click here.

Places of Worship
There are over 60 churches and other religious facilities located in the county seat of Gallatin, servicing many different denominations. For a complete list of these facilities, including contact and location information, click here.

Cheatham County

Named for Edward S. Cheatham, a Tennessee state legislator, the county of Cheatham is, “A great place to raise a family,” according to the county’s slogan. It is located in the Nashville-Davidson metro area.

Just over 38,000 people live in Cheatham County, which is an increase of nearly 6% since the year 2000. There are nearly 15,000 households in the county, housing an average of about 2.75 people. The average age of a Cheatham County citizen is 35 years old.

Cheatham County has a strong, manufacturing based economy with a healthy and dedicated labor force. Besides the manufacturing industry, other large employing industries in the county include retail trade, accommodation/food services, health care/social assistance, administrative/support services, arts/entertainment, scientific/technical services, and wholesale trade. The median household income in the county is just under $48,000, and per capita income increased by over 25% between 1997 and 2002.

Education is a top priority in Cheatham County, and the small-town feel and close-knit community makes educating children an easy and fun process for teachers and administrators. The county is home to 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 2 special schools. For more information about these schools, click on the following links:

If you’d like additional information not included in the school websites, feel free to Contact Us at anytime.

There are endless opportunities for recreation and entertainment in Cheatham County. From historic sites and trails, to museums and unique shops, Cheatham County provides great recreational services for everyone. Listed below are some of these fantastic attractions:

Ashland City/Cheatham County Historic Town Square: A two-story brick court house built in 1869, this site is now a historic landmark.
Cumberland River Bicentennial Trail: Located in Ashland City, this trail is great for walking, biking, hiking, bird and wildlife viewing, with benches and picnic tables available every quarter-mile.
Mound Bottom Archaeological Area: Located in Kingston Springs, this is the site of an 1,800 year-old prehistoric Native American village, with 14 mounds, an open plaza, and fortified earthworks.
Cheatham County Driving Tour: A driving tour that includes stunning rivers, forests, craggy bluffs, and beautiful green hills.
Blue Heron Cruises: A 30-passenger pontoon boat that travels through beautiful wildlife areas, including nature hunts for children and gorgeous sunset cruises for adults.
Lock A Recreation Area: Features camping, a beach, and playgrounds.
Sycamore Valley Golf Club: Located in an historic valley from the Civil War era, this recently renovated course is nothing short of stunning.
Tip-A-Canoe Stores, Inc.: Serving Kingston Springs since 1972, this site offers canoe trips on the Harpeth River.
Chigger Ridge Bed & Breakfast: An upscale log-mountain getaway, featuring great country amenities, and located thirty minutes from downtown Nashville.

If you’d like additional information concerning Cheatham County recreation, feel free to Contact Us at anytime.

There are almost 30 churches and religious facilities located in the county seat of Ashland City. Many different faiths are serviced by these facilities, allowing for the development of a religiously diverse community. For a full list of churches and other religious facilities in the area, click here.

Now you have a better idea of why we love to call the northern Tennessee area our home. With unlimited recreational opportunities, fantastic educational facilities, and a burgeoning economy, the counties of Robertson, Davidson, Sumner, and Cheatham are fantastic communities to live and work in.

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