Hampshire, Tennessee is located just over an hour southwest of Nashville, not far from Columbia. With trails perfect for cross country skiing and snowshoeing in winter and trekking in the summer, Hampshire is a cozy place to spend a vacation. You'll find a variety of vacation and short-stay rentals in Hampshire, including several affordable motels owned by local independents and recognized brands.
Hampshire is situated along the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile thoroughfare connecting Nashville to Natchez, Mississippi. The road winds through scenic countryside, and has been traveled by historic settlers, native people and soldiers throughout American history. The Ridgetop Bed and Breakfast is located just a few miles off Natchez Trace, making it an excellent choice for those taking the drive. Ridgetop offers several levels of accommodation, including single motel rooms within the main building, as well as private cabins and suites. The property is lined with hiking trails of varying difficulty.
Just 15 minutes from Hampshire in Mount Pleasant, you'll find the Maury County airport. The closest motel to this regional transportation stop is the local outpost of the popular America's Best Value Inn. This small chain motel has 20 rooms in a single story, and is quite popular with commuters and visitors passing through central Tennessee. If you plan to stay in the Mount Pleasant area and have an interest in local history and American industry, the Mt Pleasant Maury Phosphate Museum is a nearby attraction of some renown. Phosphate mining was a thriving business in the area, including Hampshire, from the 1930s into the 70s.
Just off the Natchez Trace and about 20 minutes past Hampshire in downtown Hohenwald, the Embassy Inn Motel is a simple, clean, quiet option for touring individuals, families and business travelers. Each of the Embassy Inn's 23 rooms has at-door parking, giving you excellent privacy. Nearby golf courses, fishing spots, and hunting leases make the Embassy Inn a convenient place to base your central Tennessee adventures. The motel can also arrange pick-up from nearby airports.
The Jameson Inn, 15 minutes from Hampshire in nearby Columbia, is the local outpost of a regional chain of motels and hotels. The Jameson in Columbia is a large hotel/motel with three stories and an interior hallway. The Jameson is close to many of the Hampshire/Columbia area's historic sites and attractions. The historic home of the 11th President of the United States, James K. Polk, is close by. Visitors can take organized tours of the Polk home, and independently explore Polk's world. St. John's at Ashwood, a longstanding Episcopal church, is also nearby. Visitors can see this beautiful church and the graves of confederate soldiers who admired the structure on their way to battle in 1864.
