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FOOD

Dutch Maid Bakery & Cafe

Founded in 1902 by John & Louise Baggenstoss, Swiss immigrants who moved to Tennessee in the 1880's, the Dutch Maid Bakery is Tennessee's oldest family-owned bakery.
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Hank's Corner Grille

Hank’s Corner is a family friendly restaurant with a sports bar feel. They offer their menu cooked fresh when you order. COMING SOON: The Goat Pen (Hostels)
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High Point Restaurant

Historic circa-1929 mansion with Al Capone history is a quaint setting for gourmet American plates. The 1929 mansion with original hardwood flooring and authentic light fixtures, presumably financed by Al Capone, was put on the National Register of Historic Places in December of 1997.
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Jim Oliver's Smoke House Restaurant

Authentic foods from generations of family recipes, the vintage Jim Oliver's Smoke House specializes in smoked meats, fresh vegetables, delicious foods prepared with love and care from scratch. Room for large groups, optional seating available in the main dining room and also the music room for live entertainment.
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Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant

Mexican restaurant in Monteagle, TN.
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Mountain Goat Market

The place to find killer eats and eclectic finds in Monteagle, TN. Come stuff your face with local freshness at Mountain Goat Market.
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Papa Ron's

Papa Ron's is an Italian restaurant that offers the best in Italian food. The menu ranges from a wide variety of pastas, steaks, pizzas and sandwiches.
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Shakerag

Located within The Sewanee Inn, Shakerag serves a menu of Southern-inspired dishes. We present tempting fare, accompanied by scratch-made cocktails and unique wines, in a cozy atmosphere fit for entertaining. - Shakerag
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Simply Southern Cafe

Southern-style cafe in Pelham, TN.
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Stirling's Coffee House

Stirling’s is a unique home to the locally invested and community oriented coffee house known and loved by alums and community members alike.
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The Blue Chair Cafe & Tavern

The Blue Chair Café & Tavern is where the community gathers, whether sitting back with a book or iPad (free wi-fi) and a great cup of coffee, or meeting a friend or business client over lunch, or even playing trivia on a Tuesday night with a craft beer.
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The Depot Cafe

Breakfast Served Daily, Daily Lunch Buffet, Daily Breakfast & Lunch Specials, Hand Patted Burgers, Philly Cheese Steaks & Homemade Desserts!
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The Scoop

Mouthwatering flavors and only a short drive from The Retreat lies The Scoop - a cute little ice cream shop filled with classic and unique flavors that everyone will enjoy!
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Top Of The Rock Restaurant & Brewery

"The combination of chef-inspired food, expertly made craft beer, and spectacular views makes Top of The Rock a place like no other. Our recipes are made fresh from scratch using the best ingredients we can find. Our mission is to be your favorite locally-owned watering hole: a place where friends can gather to celebrate great food, great beers, and great times." - Top Of The Rock
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eighteen58

Serving breakfast and dinner daily, and lunch on the weekends, eighteen58 provides an elevated yet warm dining experience. From breakfast classics like Eggs Benedict, to dinner favorites like Pan Roasted Chicken, you are sure to feel satisfied from their variety of rich and savory offerings.
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SHOPPING

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Lemon Fair

Est. in 1972 & located in an old general store, The Lemon Fair is a Sewanee landmark featuring Local and Handmade Art, Toys, Bath & Body products, Jewelry, Chocolate & Snacks, Clothing, Tapestries, Accessories, Fine Paper & Cards. Home of the original Sewanee Angel Legend, it carries a large selection of original design Sewanee and Angel themed items. It has an eclectic, international, and original feel with great customer service, some local history, & complimentary gift wrapping!
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Mooney's Market & Emporium

A general store providing natural foods, yarn and knitting supplies, antiques, plants, gardening supplies and more local products.
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Mountain Outfitters

For over two decades Mountain Outfitters has served as the premier specialty outfitter for the Cumberland Plateau and surrounding areas. Bringing together environmental and community service initiatives as well as regional and national outdoor communities, Mountain Outfitters has provided an arena for outdoor society to gather and has supplied outdoor men and women of all interests and experience levels with outstanding equipment and apparel from the most respected brands.
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Oakes & Oliver's Antique Market

Known for seeking out unique vintage home décor & local handcrafted goods all curated perfectly for you to enjoy in your home. - Oakes & Oliver's Wesbite
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Taylor’s Mercantile

Taylor's Mercantile is a unique florist located in Sewanee on the campus of the University of the South. They have an excellent selection of gift items including collectibles, jewelry, stationary, gift baskets, special gardening items and more. They also carry a large variety of green plants, dish gardens and outside bedding type plants.
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The Amish Hippie

At The Amish Hippie the Amish make the baskets, soaps, & lotions and the Hippie's make the jewelry and some of the clothing. - The Amish Hippie
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trails

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Fiery Gizzard Day Loop Trail

3.0 mile loop trail minutes away from The Retreat. This moderately challenging loop takes an average of 1 hour and 11 minutes to complete. Trail is open year round. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
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Foster Falls

This 0.6 mile in-and-out trail is located just 20 minutes from The Retreat! Enjoy hiking down to one of the biggest waterfalls in TN! Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
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Grundy Lakes

Grundy lakes is located in Tracy City, TN and is part of South Cumberland State Park. There are four lakes with scenic trails where you can see coke mines, wildlife, and more! Fish, relax, and enjoy these scenic spot during your next stay at The Retreat!
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Savage Gulf State Park

Known for scenic mountain views and endless wildlife, Savage Gulf State Park is a sight to see! Enjoy bluff views, waterfalls, and more! Just 30 minutes away from The Retreat!
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Sewanee Natural Bridge

Sewanee Natural Bridge is a 25 feet high natural sandstone arch that provides a scenic look over lost cove. This bridge is located in Monteagle TN and is 25 minutes away from The Retreat!
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Stone Door Trail

Located near Savage Gulf State Park, Stone Door Trail is a breathtaking hike filled with gorgeous views of Tennessee's mountain ranges & incredible rock formations!
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recreation

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Bigfoot Adventure TN Zipline

Spend the day enjoying a variety of outdoor activities here at Bigfoot Adventure! From zip lining, to disc golf, to nature hikes, enjoy their 500+ acres of serene paradise here at Bigfoot Adventure!
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Mountain Goat Trail

From 1856 to 1985, the Mountain Goat Railroad carried coal and passengers between Grundy and Franklin Counties. It was named the Mountain Goat because the climb onto the Plateau was one of the steepest railroad ascents in the world. Now, the Mountain Goat Trail Alliance is seeking to reclaim the path of the railroad. The Alliance’s mission is to turn the old railroad bed into a multiuse recreational path. When finished, the 35-plus-mile trail will connect seven towns in two counties.
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Rock City Gardens/Lookout Mountain

Explore over 400 species of plants, flowers, and shrubs as you hike your way to the top of Lookout Mountain - a 140 foot waterfall that overlooks Chattanooga, TN!
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Ruby Falls

Journey deep inside historic Lookout Mountain to see the tallest and deepest underground cave waterfall open to the public in the United States! Descend 260 feet by glass-front elevator to see ancient cave formations along the cavern trail to the thundering waterfall. - Ruby Falls Website
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South Cumberland State Park

South Cumberland State Park is located within four different Tennessee counties: Grundy, Franklin, Marion and Sequatchie. The park is composed of approximately 30,845 acres in nine separate areas and boasts some of the best hiking and backcountry camping in the region.
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Tenacity Adventure Fitness

Tenacity Adventure Fitness is a 24/7 gym facility located in Tracy City, TN. It includes a 13,000 square foot family gym with a dedicated kids soft-play area, obstacle courses and classes in martial arts, dance, self-defense for women, yoga, strength training, parkour, gymnastics, natural fitness and weight loss.
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The Course at Sewanee

The Course at Sewanee was renovated by Gil Hanse in 2013 — Golf Magazine’s 2009 Architect of the Year. While the original hole routing remains the same, Hanse has re-imagined, redesigned and rebuilt almost every other aspect of the course—including all nine green complexes, challenging new bunkers, and a distinct set of alternate tees—while being ever mindful of the delicate ecosystem on the Cumberland Plateau.
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attractions

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Cowan Railroad Museum

Indulge in Southern delights at eighteen58, savor Sunday brunch in Founder’s Hall, and kick back with scratch-made cocktails at Shakerag, in-house bar and lounge. No matter what sized appetite you’re bringing to the table, they have savory dishes and sweet drinks to satisfy your cravings.
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The Caverns

Located in the timeless valley of Pelham, TN, at the base of Monteagle Mountain, The Caverns is a performance and event space that has become the new home to the critically acclaimed and Emmy Award Winning PBS Concert Series Bluegrass Underground.
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Healthcare

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CHI Memorial Hospital

CHI Memorial is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to the healing ministry of the Church. Founded in 1952 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and strengthened as part of Catholic Health Initiatives, CHI Memorial offers a continuum of care including preventative, primary and acute hospital care, as well as cardiac, cancer, orthopedic, imaging, and multitude of other services.
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Erlanger Health System

Erlanger is a nationally-acclaimed health system anchored by a leading academic medical center. As such they will deliver the highest quality, to diverse populations, at the lowest cost, through personalized patient experiences across all patient access points. Through innovation and growth, they will sustain their success and spark economic development across the Chattanooga region.
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Harton Regional Medical Center

Located in Tullahoma, Tennessee, THarton specializes in Cardiology; Emergency Medicine; Family Practice; General Surgery; Hematology; Internal Medicine; Nephrology; Neurology; Neurosurgery; Obstetrics / Gynecology; Oncology; Ophthalmology; Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery; Orthopedics / Orthopedics Surgery; Pain Management; Pediatrics; Plastic Surgery; Podiatry; Pulmonology; Radiation Oncology; Radiology; Sleep Medicine; Urology; and Vascular Surgery.
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Parkridge Medical Center

Parkridge Medical Center, in downtown Chattanooga, is an Accredited Chest Pain Center offering comprehensive healthcare services that include a 24-hour emergency department, cardiology, orthopedics, robotics and surgical services in addition to oncology services at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute.
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Parkridge West Hospital

Parkridge West Hospital, in nearby Jasper, Tennessee, provides 24-hour emergency medical services, outpatient laboratory, outpatient imaging, outpatient physical therapy and inpatient behavioral health services at Parkridge Valley West.
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River Park Hospital

A 125-bed full-service hospital located in McMinnville, TN and serving the people of Middle Tennessee. Saint Thomas River Park Hospital provides a comprehensive range of medical services and high quality care. A forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of the community and region.
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STRHS - Sewanee

Located on the beautiful campus of the University of the South, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System is proud to be a member of the tight knit community of Sewanee. Their campus consists of a 20-bed acute care facility, 12-bed skilled care facility, and a variety of primary care physician offices. The nursing and support staff strive to provide individualized care directed to the specific needs of each patient.
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