1/26This garden shed was full of seeds harvested from hundreds of different plants on the property.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton2/26First stop off the plane in Knoxville was lunch at one of my favorite restaurants, Gus’s Fried Chicken. I always order every side on the menu—I dream of the mac and cheese, and the fried okra is incredible.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton3/26A little research led us to an antique store called Nostalgia which was packed full of nautical inspired vintage and Americana kitchen wares.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton4/26I scored these Tikki glasses in the back of the shop and can’t wait to use them as vases.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton5/26Pulling up to Blackberry Farm, we approached this gorgeous view.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton6/26First things first, a blackberry iced tea made from berries picked on the farm. Possibly the best drink I’ve ever had.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton7/26Home for the weekend, our cozy cabin in the woods.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton8/26Our first activity for the weekend was a riverside horseback ride on the property. The stables were so classic and beautiful.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton9/26Me and my new friend V.B.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton10/26An equestrian theme can be seen throughout the lodge—I am in love with all of the wallpaper.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton11/26My new HVN landscape logo t-shirts were inspired by Montana, but they fit in perfectly with this Tennessee view.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton12/26Dinner at the barn on the property is incredible, and most of the menu options are created from produce picked on the farm. A freshly shucked oyster and muddled grapefruit cocktail were the perfect start to the evening.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton13/26After dinner we laid out by the bonfire and roasted s’mores.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton14/26Bridge to breakfast!
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton15/26Could definitely get used to this breakfast and view.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton16/26We drove out to a small river high up in the Smoky Mountains to fly fish for wild brook trout and picnic.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton17/26While Ross was fishing one morning I went on the Homestead Tour and visited the gardens and dairy farm.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton18/26Oh hi there!
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton19/26Mamma pig had just had a litter of tiny piglets, they were SO cute I never wanted to leave them.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton20/26This old barn is a landmark on the property.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton21/26If you know me you know I’m addicted to gingham…. and the farm felt like a good opportunity to go overboard. My HVN dress in my Trademark tote!
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton22/26Probably meant for the kids but I made good use of this swing.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton23/26I love a good theme, and these earrings felt very fitting!
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton24/26Blackberry Farm is known for breeding these adorable puppies, but they aren’t just cute. These pups can sniff out truffles, have a 4 year waiting list, and go for the price of a car!
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton25/26Getting into the July Fourth spirit.
Photo: Courtesy of Harley Viera-Newton26/26Lunch by the lake on our last day, hope to be back soon!