Website: https://evinsmill.com/
Evins Mill Resort & Retreat is a resort and retreat property in Smithville, Tennessee, located approximately one to one and a half hours east of Nashville in Middle Tennessee. The property describes itself as “a scenic Tennessee resort property” set “among the forested bluffs and meandering streams of Tennessee’s Highland Rim and Cumberland Plateau,” and it is designated a Tennessee State Natural Area. According to the website, Evins Mill celebrated 30 years of service in 2024. The resort offers creekside lodging, on-site dining, weddings and events, corporate retreats, and a range of outdoor activities.
Services
Evins Mill provides several categories of offerings for individuals, couples, and groups:
- Creekside and luxury lodging accommodations, with rooms featuring spacious decks and scenic views
- On-site dining with cuisine prepared fresh at the property
- Weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners
- Corporate retreats and wellness programs
- Getaway packages and day trips
- Recreational activities and massage therapy
Dining is a central part of the experience. The website states that “Dinners are five-courses, featuring an appetizer, soup, salad, entree and dessert.” Larger groups can pre-select entrees, while smaller parties receive a dinner package that includes two entree choices, a breakfast buffet, and a sack lunch. Midday meals are typically packed lunches, with plated luncheons, indoor buffets, and outdoor cookouts available by request. Meals are served at the Main Lodge in settings that include dining rooms with “hand-hewn log walls & fieldstone fireplaces,” a private enclosed deck overlooking water, and a reception hall with “a wall of windows overlooking beautiful scenery.” A full-service bar features locally brewed Calfkiller Beer, Nashville-distilled Pickers Vodka, and wines from Stonehaus Winery and Northfield Vineyards.
About
Evins Mill emphasizes its natural setting and locally sourced approach to food. The resort partners with Tennessee-based vendors that raise animals “in a humane, grass-fed and chemical-free environment” and grow produce organically. It documents these supplier relationships and shares recipes through its culinary blogs, Gastronomy and Thoughtful Provenance. The property markets itself as “a mountain experience in the heart of Middle Tennessee” and as “a hidden gem” for visitors seeking a quiet getaway close to nature.
For weddings and events, the venue accommodates up to 54 guests across its creekside and luxury lodging options and offers backdrops for “rustic, outdoor, covered & indoor ceremonies.” Event services include locally sourced cuisine with dietary accommodations, event furnishings, setup and breakdown, and day-of coordination. On-site recreation includes billiards, table tennis, darts, lawn games, and hiking, with nearby golfing, fishing, boating, and canoeing.
Location & Contact
Evins Mill Resort & Retreat is located at 1535 Evins Mill Road, Smithville, Tennessee. The resort can be reached by phone at 615-269-3740 and by email at [email protected]. Price guides and event menus are available for download on the website.
Additional Information
The property positions itself for both private getaways and group functions, ranging from couples’ retreats and weddings to corporate gatherings and wellness programs. Its location within a designated Tennessee State Natural Area, combined with creekside lodging, multi-course on-site dining, and a focus on locally sourced ingredients, defines the overall character of the resort.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (evinsmill.com).