The neighborhood of Stone Box Creek is carved out of a heavily wooded section of the northern part of Brentwood, a southern suburb of Nashville, Tennessee. It is a small neighborhood of larger, distinctive homes (one of them is made of logs) on one street with a cul-de-sac. The backyards are heavily wooded. Interstate 65 is conveniently located just to the west.
Granbery Elementary School and Angels Watching Over Me Academy are among the area schools.
The restaurant Mere Bulles (French for “Mother Bubbles”) is a popular dining spot that is also a loving tribute to Michele Rutledge, a French-born Civil War widow who loved champagne and who started her own restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina. The atmosphere of Mere Bulles mimics its namesake’s Southern plantation home. It has a loyal following, and has won raves for its food, wine, service, and overall experience.
The Players Club Apartments feature wooded views, an outdoor Jacuzzi, a tropical-themed pool, fitness center, and basketball and tennis courts. Each apartment sports a fireplace.
The General Jackson Showboat, the largest in the world, offers dinner-and-a-show cruises on the Cumberland River.
The Grand Ole Opry usually sells out all of its performances, and seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors should make reservations at least 48 hours in advance.
For dance lovers who love the country rhythm, the Wildhorse Saloon is the place to go. On any given night, there is either live music or a DJ. Dance instructors are available to teach guests all of the steps they know on a 3,300-square-foot dance floor.