Franklin is a unique blend of history and progress. Since its beginning in 1799, they have grown from a tiny, agricultural community into a strong blend of residential, commercial and corporate citizens. There is much to see and do in Franklin, from a Civil War battlefield, to a host of museums and antebellum mansions, to our thriving downtown shopping area and only minutes from the shopping Mecca of the Cool Springs Galleria.

Cool Springs Galleria is middle Tennessee's largest mall located only minutes from the heart of Brentwood or downtown Franklin and has over 165 specialty stores including American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Abercrombie & Fitch, Coldwater Creek, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Banana Republic, and Ann Taylor, and over 20 eateries at the 500-seat Oasis Food Court. Major department stores located within the Galleria include Macy's, Belks, formerly Hecht's, Sears, JCPenney, Dillard's, and Parisians. 

Just a few miles from town is the Natchez Trace Parkway, and if you like antiques, Franklin has some of the best shops in Tennessee. Downtown Franklin, comprised of a beautiful 15 block historic district, offers true Southern hospitality with a great American Mainstreet and 200 years of rich history. Visitors will find commemorative brick sidewalks, beautiful landscaping, lovely Victorian architecture, and stunning renovated historic buildings - all located in the heart of Franklin. Downtown Franklin offers elegant shopping, restaurants, antique shops, a variety of clothing stores, art galleries, professional services, and more.

Franklin a town of historic heritage just south of Brentwood has the highly sought after planned community of Westhaven with a reawakening of the American hometown spirit, offering multiple gated neighborhoods with homes that will fit everyone's lifestyle. 

If Luxury Estate Living is what you are looking for, then consider LaurelBrooke, a private and gated community set on 600 acres of gently-rolling wooded hills and over 200 acres of forest. Magnificent streetscapes of LaurelBrooke include sidewalks throughout LaurelBrooke are lighted by gas-style street lamps and bordered with evergreen hedges or decorative stone walls. LaurelBrooke is located in the heart of middle Tennessee's equestrian country, just 12 miles south of downtown Nashville in neighboring Williamson County.

Franklin also has many other upscale subdivisions like Treemont, and Legends Ridge.... in the heart of Williamson county surrounded by many Equestrian Estate communities. The Franklin area has some of the premier equestrian farms and estates in the middle Tennessee area including Rosemont a premier Equestrian Estate, just minutes from downtown. If you want some acreage and a sense of tradition, this is a wonderful place to call home.

The neighboring community of Leipers Fork has a rich 215-year history and is home to numerous prize-winning horse farms. The historic charm, rolling hills, and horse farms that surround the Leiper's Fork community speak of traditional, and old-fashioned country life.

The Village of Leiper's Fork is an enchanting historic village located minutes from downtown Franklin. Leiper's Fork, with its one-of-a-kind shops, antiques, artisans, craftsmen, and art galleries, is in the midst of some of Middle Tennessee's most beautiful countryside. Enjoy plenty of good country cookin' and entertainment. Special events are held throughout the year.

Please give me a call at 615-289-4141 or drop me a email if you would like to setup a private showing of the available homes or equestrian estates in this historic community.

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