We wanted to enjoy and explore the outdoor activities surrounding Nashville, as well as experience the music and energy of the city. This location helped us do both. We spent time paddle boarding on the lake and exploring local parks, campgrounds, biking trails and marinas. It was a short trip to downtown Nashville to visit museums, people watch and listen to live music at a honky-tonk. We also visited Andrew Jackson's Hermitage and spent an evening with the locals in Gallatin listening to live music and watching the fireflies while sipping local beer. We loved our much needed vacation and our host was friendly, helpful and responsive. We highly recommend!