Solares Estate is a 280 acre incredibly beautiful property located in Sewanee, a small town of 2,300 located in Franklin County, Tennessee.
There is a wide variety of wild life in this region and because of the protected status of Solares Estate, the property has all sorts of species like deer, turkeys, birds and many more that live permanently on it. The property has a rather old forest with large precious timber that enhance the environment throughout.
It lies in the mountainous Cumberland Plateau Region in the southeastern part of Middle Tennessee. The town of Sewanee is most well known as the home of The University of the South. The St. Andrew's-Sewanee School, one of the oldest boarding-day schools in the South, is also located here. Sewanee combines culture, arts, music and theater with an appealing small town atmosphere. Points of interest include "The Cross", a World War I memorial that is located on a bluff outside of the town, and The Natural Bridge, a rare geological formation landmark that is a beautiful, peaceful spot for a walk and contemplation.
The Cross
The nearby town of Monteagle is home to a winery that offers tours for visitors, and it's also well known for its' Sunday flea markets and Mountain Market Craft Show, held each August. The South Cumberland State Park region has miles of hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains streams for fishing, guided nature tours, swimming, golf and tennis.
Located just ¾ hour drive to Chattanooga, Sewanee is near the popular attractions of Rock City Gardens, Ruby Falls and Lookout Mountain, where you can take a thrilling ride on the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, the world's steepest passenger railway.
280 Acres of Paradise
Southeastern Tennessee has a mild climate with four distinct seasons.
The Cumberland Plateau Region averages 50-55 inches of precipitation each year, with the greatest in winter and early spring. Snowfall averages 12 inches statewide but due to the relatively mild conditions, it rarely persists for more than a few days. Summers are usually warm and humid, with cooler temperatures in the high mountain regions.