Brush up on your "y'alls" and "yes ma'ams" and get ready for Nashville. Set on the banks of the Cumberland River, Nashville is a happening southern city known for its charming antebellum estates, world-class dining, and bounty of country music history. Visitors flock to the up-and-coming city for its lively nightlife scene, and you can find plenty of local and international entertainment all year round. Your Nashville vacation rental will put you within easy reach of local landmarks like the Ryman Auditorium, Vanderbilt University, and the historic Belle Meade Plantation.
At the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, you can get face to face with exhibits and memorabilia covering the history of the genre. At the sprawling Centennial Park, you'll find 132 acres of rolling lawns, a bandshell, and a lake, as well as a full-scale replica of the Parthenon in Athens. Or you can take a trip back in time at the charming Belle Meade Plantation. This preserved antebellum estate features a Federal-style home, a winery, and a dairy, and guided tours are offered to the public regularly.
Not for nothing is Nashville known as Music City, and you can find live entertainment just about every night of the week. A visit to Lower Broadway is a must for music lovers. Here, you'll find a number of boisterous honky tonk bars that feature (mostly free) live country music throughout the year. Nearby, you'll also find the Ryman Auditorium, a stately 19th-century music hall that was home to the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974. A regional culture hub, Nashville also hosts regular art, music, and food festivals throughout the year.
Like much of the southern United States, Nashville has a humid subtropical climate, which means summers are hot and muggy, while winters are generally on the cold-to-mild side. Average summer highs peak around 89 degrees in July and August, and precipitation is relatively common. Winter temps range from the upper 20s to the low 50s between December and February. The summer months are the busiest time of year to visit the city, and you'll be more likely to snag low rates on Nashville vacation rentals during the slower, cooler winter months.
Nashville is located along the banks of the Cumberland River in a low-lying region known as the Nashville Basin. Downtown Nashville is relatively urban, with suburban areas giving way to woodland the farther you get from the city center. Boating and fishing on the Cumberland River are popular pastimes, and the waterway serves as home for striped bass and rainbow trout, as well as numerous species of birds. A short drive from your Nashville vacation rental, Radnor Lake State Natural Area boasts 1,332 acres of preserved woodland around a central lake, and the area's home to coyotes, beavers, otters, and deer.
Fly into Nashville International Airport (BNA), the closest airport, located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Smyrna, TN (MQY), which is 18 mi (28.9 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, make your way to Nashville Riverfront Station or Nashville Donelson Station and explore the city from there.
Nashville has numerous kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy. Vacation homes can be found near locations like Percy Warner Park, a large urban recreation area with equestrian trails, bike routes, and athletic fields, and the Adventure Science Center, an interactive technology museum with a planetarium and hands-on exhibits. Kids will also love the Tennessee State Museum, a living history museum with relics and exhibits of the state’s history.
Nashville has a number of idyllic locations for a couple’s retreat. Vacation rentals are available near romantic places like the Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art, a historic estate with vibrant gardens, art galleries, and a local culture museum, and The Hermitage, a Greek revival mansion and historic site that was once the home of President Andrew Jackson. You'll also enjoy the Frist Art Museum, a fine-art museum with rotating visual exhibits and workshops.
Whatever vacation experience you're seeking, you'll find a rental property in or around Nashville that's perfect for you. Take a peek at these favorites:
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You need only step inside one of our tiny house vacation rentals in Nashville to figure out that awesome things really do come in small packages. Cleverly designed to maximize every square inch of space, these pocket-sized digs promise a big vacation experience:
Pick a wonderful log cabin from the many in or around Nashville and you'll soon be inside your wooden sanctuary, vino in hand, unwinding in front of a blazing fire. But adventure will be right there on your doorstep too. These cabins offer the perfect blend of comfort and fun:
If you're in the mood to relax and completely switch off for a few days, you'll have your pick of terrific weekend getaways in and around Nashville. Rest and recharge your batteries at one of these top options:
Appreciate the culture and lifestyle of Nashville from the privacy and comfort of a studio apartment. Whether you're planning to relax on your own or have fun with a few buddies, we'll help you find the perfect studio apartment in and around Nashville:
When it's time to leave your studio apartment and do some exploring, there's loads to keep you on the move around Nashville. Interested in culture? Don't miss Arts Center and Museum and Great Stage Park.
Whether you're looking for a chic apartment or a large vacation home, you'll find the perfect place on Vrbo. Enjoy a mini break at one of these favorites in or near Nashville:
Forget chocolates and flowers. Sometimes all you need is to escape for the weekend, just you and your boo. At Vrbo, we've got romantic getaways in and around Nashville that would make even Cupid envious. Here are some we think you'll be enamored with:
Nothing says "Best. Vacation. Evvv-er." like staying in a mansion. Spoil the family with an unforgettable escape at one of these mansions for rent in or near Nashville:
Big groups mean massive fun. They also mean finding someplace that'll easily fit your whole squad. Check out our large group vacation rentals in or around Nashville and get your loved ones together under the one roof:
Of all the conveniences a vacation rental can offer, a pool is one of the most desired. Browse these houses for rent with a pool in or near Nashville and spend your time splashing around. Just remember to bring your inflatable unicorn:
Wondering what the weather is like in Nashville? It has a humid subtropical climate, with average summertime temperatures ranging from 70 ºF to 90 ºF. If you're after a little more inspiration on places to stay in this amazing destination, use the search bar at the top of the page and adjust the filters to check out our entire range of Nashville vacation rentals.