The Farm on Douglas Ridge

93%

· Christiana, Coffee, Tennessee · 30 acres

Hosted by Carter S.

2 RV/tent sites

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

The herb, nut, fruit, and vegetable farm was started after carving out a spot to plant and live. The otherwise unspoiled land has a rich history dating back past the Civil War to the Revolutionary War and we are learning more and more about every day. Enjoy the hiking, camping, and wildlife watching opportunities directly across the street from the highest spot in Rutherford County, Tennessee. Our goal is to help educate members of the community about the benefits of natural and historical foods and medicines. We have a vision to raise awareness about herbs and other plants that are beneficial both for medicinal and culinary purposes. Learn more about this land: Are you looking for privacy, peace, and quiet in a remote camping site that isn’t far from civilization? We are less than 15 minutes from I-24 Exit 97, between Manchester and Murfreesboro, just south of Nashville in Beechgrove/Christiana, TN. Only a short drive to Hop Springs and Bonaroo. From the top of the ridge, sloping paths call the experienced hikers while the views call those who just want to enjoy “being.” Hike the relatively undeveloped paths or stroll along the defined walkways. Either way, enjoy the peace and quiet as you prepare to see more stars at night than allowed in some states. Enjoy your next peaceful and quiet getaway at 1300 feet above see level! The 30-acre Farm on Douglas Ridge is next to the highest spot in Rutherford County, Tennessee (higher than all of Nashville and most of Davidson County), and is home to the best unobstructed and unpolluted peaceful view of the moon and stars in the area! We are under an hour drive from the center of Nashville, under an hour and a half drive from the center of Chattanooga, and under two hours drive from the center of Huntsville. Your getaway to this secluded off-grid campsite with your tent, our tent, your vehicle, a small (under 20 ft camper, pop-up, or hammock) will leave you refreshed and relaxed, fresh from a nature detox. Each campsite has a rock fire pit - you provide everything else (or add them to your list of extras, see below). The Farm provides a peaceful and private camping experience conveniently located between Nashville, Huntsville, and Chattanooga. The host family lives on the property, with about eight acres of open pasture/farmland and twenty-four forested acres for hiking and forest bathing (relaxing in natural surroundings that remind you nothing of the city). All photos were taken on or above the farm. Drinking water, personal toilet alternatives with liner, a camp shower (5 gal), privacy tent for the toilet or the shower, towels with soap/shampoo bars, a food storage security system, kitchen and cooking equipment, and Firewood (7-8 Logs) are available at $5 each, 2 for $9, or 3 for $12. Need a tent? We have a couple of choices starting at $10. Want comfort? Try our 4-inch thick queen-size mattress for $7.50. Let us know of your needs in advance, please, so we can prepare properly for your visit. See the extras to pre-order these items. We will settle the account numbers before you leave. All payments should be made in advance, before unloading, unless coordinated with the host. If you know you are exhibiting or develop symptoms of any illness, regardless of any test results, please give us the courtesy of awareness so we can respond appropriately.Are you looking for privacy, peace, and quiet in a remote camping site that isn’t far from civilization? We are less than 15 minutes from I-24 Exit 97, between Manchester and Murfreesboro, just south of Nashville in Beechgrove/Christiana, TN. Only a short drive to Hop Springs and Bonaroo. From the top of the ridge, sloping paths call the experienced hikers while the views call those who just want to enjoy “being.” Hike the relatively undeveloped paths or stroll along the defined walkways. Either way, enjoy the peace and quiet as you prepare to see more stars at night than allowed in some states. Enjoy your next peaceful and quiet getaway at 1300 feet above see level! The 30-acre Farm on Douglas Ridge is next to the highest spot in Rutherford County, Tennessee (higher than all of Nashville and most of Davidson County), and is home to the best unobstructed and unpolluted peaceful view of the moon and stars in the area! We are under an hour drive from the center of Nashville, under an hour and a half drive from the center of Chattanooga, and under two hours drive from the center of Huntsville. Your getaway to this secluded off-grid campsite with your tent, our tent, your vehicle, a small (under 20 ft camper, pop-up, or hammock) will leave you refreshed and relaxed, fresh from a nature detox. Each campsite has a rock fire pit - you provide everything else (or add them to your list of extras, see below). The Farm provides a peaceful and private camping experience conveniently located between Nashville, Huntsville, and Chattanooga. The host family lives on the property, with about eight acres of open pasture/farmland and twenty-four forested acres for hiking and forest bathing (relaxing in natural surroundings that remind you nothing of the city). All photos were taken on or above the farm. Drinking water, personal toilet alternatives with liner, a camp shower (5 gal), privacy tent for the toilet or the shower, towels with soap/shampoo bars, a food storage security system, kitchen and cooking equipment, and Firewood (7-8 Logs) are available at $5 each, 2 for $9, or 3 for $12. Need a tent? We have a couple of choices starting at $10. Want comfort? Try our 4-inch thick queen-size mattress for $7.50. Let us know of your needs in advance, please, so we can prepare properly for your visit. See the extras to pre-order these items. We will settle the account numbers before you leave. Post-COVID19 ADJUSTMENTS: We have a paperless and no- or minimal- contact check-in process. If you choose to mask, please do so and let us know of your preference. All payments should be made in advance, before unloading, unless coordinated with the host. If you know you are exhibiting or develop symptoms of any illness, regardless of any test results, please give us the courtesy of awareness so we can respond appropriately.

RV details

Camper Trailers, Campervans, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 10 meters allowed

There are two Relatively flat options for access by smaller vehicles and trailers that can be navigated without danger of getting stuck.

Pull-in site

There are two Relatively flat options for access by smaller vehicles and trailers that can be navigated without danger of getting stuck.

Accommodates slideouts

There are two Relatively flat options for access by smaller vehicles and trailers that can be navigated without danger of getting stuck.

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

Surface levelness: flat

No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Caravans, and Motorhomes

Generators allowed

No electrical connection

No water connection

No sewage connection

No TV connection

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

8 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided. A bundle (8-10 pieces) of split firewood can be provided on request for $7.50. Burning only in areas designated with a ring of rocks.

Pets allowed

Off leash. Your pets are your responsibility. There are any number of wild animals in the area that we neither control nor inventory.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Potable water available

Pump or well, bottled water or jugs. 5 gallon potable water available upon request.

No showers

A camp shower (heated by the sun if hung up in the day time) is available upon request.

Pack it out

We would love to support your efforts to responsibly compost and recycle. Please separate your recyclables and trash any meat, sweets, or dairy.

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 1:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Towels w/soap & shampoo barsrental

$5.00

Clean towels (2) with Washcloth and soap/shampoo bars. We source our bars from Just Soap, just down the road in Massachusetts, the only place we have been able to find shampoo bars (no plastic used). Take it with you or leave with the towel for recycling. Let us know if you would like soap, shampoo, or both (same price). We have orange-lemon and peppermint soap, and lavender shampoo bars.

Wildlife, plant, veg, or herb tourexperience

$5.00

We love to show off our property, and you are able to access it without our involvement. We will gladly provide an overview at no charge, or up to an hour or so hike around the area to see what the seasons are bringing in the way of wildlife, flowers, plants, fungi, herbs, and of course our vegetable plots (samples provided).

Camp showerrental

$5.00

Camp Shower (5 gal) with privacy tent. Hangs from a tree or other fixture and provides outdoor temperature opportunity to wash off the residue from your day.

Overnight oatmeal — fruits & nutsgood

$8.00

Overnight oatmeal (add milk or water, let oatmeal absorb overnight) enough for five-6 1/2 cup meals. Comes in a mason jar with lid (please return jar) with oatmeal, fruit, nuts, and honey. We can provide non-dairy milk (typically oat) on request (no added charge).

2-person hammockrental

$10.00

We have a camping hammock that comfortably sleeps 2 to supplement your gear or give you added sleeping options (it’s way better than sleeping on the couch if you snore or say the wrong thing at the wrong time)..

Firewoodgood

$5.00

Firewood (small bundle — 6-8 dry logs with kindling) For your campfire. You may supplement with wood from the ground near your site.

Portable toilet with linerrental

$5.00

Portable toilet with liner, Please tie up the liner when you are done and drop it in the trash can.

Small tentrental

$10.00

We have a pop up tent that comfortably sleeps 2-3 to supplement your gear.

Reviews

93% Recommend15 ratings · 11 reviews

Tj C.

3 reviews

Not recommend

· April 2024

Decent Site but sketchy area

4 m pop-up camper

The farm itself if somewhat charming. There is a decently level area for a car/camper and a stone fire ring. The host effectively communicated. Unfortunately, we did not feel comforted on our way in to the property nor while we were there. On the way in you see lots of trash and debris on the road. There was a lot of trash and junk in multiple yards and lots of odd stares from the neighbors. The campsite is also directly off of a dead end road where the locals like to rip up and down the street on their 4 wheelers. We ended up leaving the day we arrived due to not feeling secure in the area with the sketchy locals.

Gavin P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2022

Solo Camping

Tent

Beautiful drive up to the camp site. Carter is a real friendly fella. Quiet and secluded. Wind howls like a train at night. Would definitely stay again!

Rachel M.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2021

Amazing for horse camping too!!

My friends and I brought our horses :) When I pulled up into the field, I was sooo delighted! It is PERFECT for horse camping! It was mostly enclosed, and Carter parked his tractor in front of the only big opening so we could let the horses free graze on a gorgeous, lush green grassy 2 acres overnight. It was horse traveler heaven. Sounds like we broke this place into horse camping and they plan on closing it off so horse people, definitely come check it out! It was a liiittle tricky getting in as it very hilly, so might be difficult with a HUGE rig, but my friend’s 46 foot motor home / horse trailer did it just fine. I was floundering trying to make sure I found the proper entrance, but Carter and his wife Sharmyn were very graciously available and super helpful getting us settled. Excellent hosts! Camping here was a magical experience for me and my friends and our horses :) extra special getting a little tour and seeing their happy go lucky dog Dandy. This was my first time Hipcamping! Carter and Sharmyn were so welcoming, and put me right at ease.

Vincent S.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2021

Positive

It was a good experience. Carter was helpful.

Spencer W.

4 reviews

Recommends

· June 2021

Group trip

Beautiful place. We stayed on the night of a really good concert 20 mins away. Carter is such a nice, helpful and overall badass person. I'm hoping there's more music at that same venue (Hop Springs Beer Park) in the near future - I'll be be booking with Carter again, if so... Cheers!

Gabe H.

8 reviews

Recommends

· April 2021

Hope to return sometime soon

Group trip

Great spot! Carter was very friendly and helpful, and the location is truly beautiful. Lots to see and and enjoy on top of a wonderful and quiet ridge. Highly recommended.

Location

Christiana, Coffee, Tennessee, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking