FAQs
How big is the project?
The project will include 80 hotel rooms and 40 stand-alone residences.
Amenities include 2 small restaurants, a wellness and fitness center, a small farm/garden, and outdoor amenities to accommodate fly fishing, hiking, biking, canoeing, and kayaking.
Current estimate of approximately 210 employees over 3 shifts throughout the day.
Under the current zoning, how else could this property be developed?
By-right zoning, 140 homesites could be built (1 residence per 4 acres). This could include a large house and accessory structures such as a barn.
How does the proposed project compare to the current zoning?
Current zoning allows significantly more density than the proposed rural resort development.
What will the impact of the construction be on the neighborhood?
The planned construction period is 24 months.
Based on the nature of the building structure and the size of the project, construction traffic will be minimal.
How will the project support the community?
Foundation/non-profit to support local causes - we are looking to support the community ASAP. We would like to create a foundation immediately after the project is approved – even before construction begins. One of our team’s main pillars is protecting natural resources and advancing sustainability efforts.
Internships for local students – we will provide scholarships and internships for outstanding local community members and students, as this is the standard for our projects.
A restaurant partnership with local farms will be imperative to have the best local offerings for guests as well as support the local community.
What are the financial implications for the County?
Direct tax revenue from the project will be approximately $5.9 million dollars per year according to a third party economic study.
What measures will the project take to be environmentally sensitive?
The project plan includes a state of the art waste water treatment facility.
All previous projects maintain significant environmentally friendly operational standards. These standards will continue for this project.
The retreat will employ a broad range of environmental conservation initiatives, including environmental education, protecting native flora and fauna, riverbank restoration, championing reforestation projects, and restoring local habitats.
Development will be concentrated on 100 of the 560 acres, leaving the remaining acreage conserved with little to no impact from the project.
Will there be public access to the resort?
Non-overnight guests can visit the restaurant and wellness center.
Anyone can book a room at the resort.
How will the resort impact river usage?
The property is located after the last public take out on the Harpeth River and therefore resort activities should not affect current river use.
What other resorts are comparable to this proposed project?
Wildflower Farms – Hudson Valley, NY
Blackberry Farms – Walland, TN
Twin Farms – Barnard, VT