Monday

Snookum's Delight - Thu, Feb 14, '19

We don't always celebrate Valentines on the actual day, but in 2019 we will be - that is, on Thursday, February 14, when guests will be treated to...
  • hearty rather than light hors d'oeuvres including red curry muscles, Kenny's Farmhouse cheese, and baby back ribs
  • a five-course rather than a four-course dinner
  • a single stem rose in a ribbon-wrapped vase
  • enhanced turn-down service
  • unlimited non-alcoholic beverages
Dinner Entrees include...
  • Millstone dry rub beef tenderloin w/ pink peppercorn, Cabernet butter sauce, or
  • Citrus Braised Duck Breast served with a blood orange, ginger compote
  • Followed by a dark chocolate souffle w/ bailey's cream sauce; this is the only day of the year we make these!
To cap off the stay, guests will be treated the following morning to a hearty Valentines Brunch, featuring...
  • eggs-to-order
  • buttermilk biscuits w/ saw mill gravy
  • pancakes w/ toppings galore
  • creamy cheddar grits
  • home fried potatoes
  • bacon, sausage & country ham
  • variety of hot & cold cereals
  • fresh fruit
  • muffins, toast, fresh bagels & cream cheese
  • sweet pastries & croissants
  • fruit yogurt
  • a variety of juices, coffee, milk & tea
The all-inclusive package is $345 to $425 per couple depending on the room. Reservations for dinner-only are also available at $130/couple.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) for reservations.

Thanksgiving Feast - Thu, Nov 22, '18

Give your chef a break this Thanksgiving by allowing our chefs to do the heavy lifting. For overnight guests and day-trippers alike, Thursday, November 22 will feature a traditional Thanksgiving spread from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The weather is sure to be crisp, the fires will be roaring - and the cuisine will be abundant, including...
  • roasted turkey w/ fresh cranberry relish
  • pit ham carving station
  • sage, cornbread dressing
  • mashed yukon gold potatoes
  • sweet potato casserole
  • fresh steamed asparagus
  • cream style corn
  • deviled eggs with homemade pickles
  • baked Tennessee apples
  • tossed salad w/ basil vinaigrette dressing
  • carrot, raisin salad
  • fresh fruit salad
  • fresh baked bread & rolls
  • panoply of pies
  • hot apple cider & fresh ground coffee
The Thanksgiving Day Package includes...
  • hors d'oeuvres & Thanksgiving feast
  • Thursday evening accommodations
  • full breakfast with eggs-to-order
  • unlimited access to non-alcoholic beverages
  • exclusive access to the resort's 40-acre property
...and is $325 to $395 per couple depending on the room. The dinner-only package is $65/guest and $20 for children six to twelve years old. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) to learn more or make a reservation.

Tuesday

Labor Day Cookout ~ Sun, Sep 2, '18

Evins Mill is hosting a Labor Day Holiday Cookout on Sunday, September 2, in conjunction with our final Music at the Mill concert of 2018. Hors d'oeuvres are available as early as 6:00 while the cookout begins at 6:30, followed by an 8:00 concert, featuring the music of Jerry Vandiver. Guests are welcome to book a room or make reservations for the dinner & concert only. Whether you stay over or come just for the night, come with an appetite, for the menu as always is as expansive as it will be tasty...

Entrees
  • Tennessee Raised New York Strip and Rib Eye Steaks
  • Pesto Grilled Jumbo Tiger Shrimp
  • Barbecued Baby Back Ribs
Sides
  • Baked sweet potatoes
  • Farmer's Market, vegetable grill
  • Corn Casserole
  • Local, vine-ripe tomato, mozzarella salad w/ balsamic vinaigrette
  • Grilled mushrooms
  • Vegetable, basil slaw
  • Marinated cucumber, fresh chili salad
  • White beans, slow cooked w/ Benton's Bacon
  • Fresh baked cornbread
Dessert
  • Caramel Apple Cobbler with vanilla ice cream
Beverages
  • Tea, coffee, lemonade & ice water
Our "Music at the Mill" concert series features the acoustic music of accomplished singer-songwriter Jerry Vandiver, who has written songs for Tim McGraw, The Oak Ridge Boys, Phil Vassar and Lonestar to name a few. Between these and other artists, Jerry has seen his songs on over 15 million records - two of which are hanging on the walls of the Country Music Hall of Fame. He'll be performing them and others in an informal, writer-in-the-round format.

The overnight package includes hors d'oeuvres, cookout, concert, one-night's accommodation; full breakfast & hearty sack lunch and is $325 to $415 depending on the room. The cookout/concert-only package is $65/guest, while the hors d'oeuvres/concert-only package is $20/guest. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) to learn more or make reservations.


Monday

Music at the Mill ~ Sun, Sep 2, '18

Following our Labor Day Weekend Cookout on Sunday, September 2, Evins Mill continues its "Music at the Mill" concert series with an intimate evening of acoustic music featuring accomplished singer-songwriter Jerry Vandiver.

Jerry has written songs for Tim McGraw, The Oak Ridge Boys, Phil Vassar and Lonestar to name a few. Between these and other artists, Jerry has seen his songs on over 15 million records - two of which are hanging on the walls of the Country Music Hall of Fame. He'll be performing them and others in an informal, writer-in-the-round format.

The Music at the Mill package includes...
  • hors d'oeuvres & a hearty holiday cookout
  • concert performance
  • Saturday night accommodations
  • full breakfast with eggs-to-order
  • sack lunch on day of arrival or departure
  • unlimited access to non-alcoholic beverages
  • exclusive access to the resort's 40-acre property
...and is $320 to $410 per couple depending on the room. The dinner/concert-only package is $65/guest, while the hors d'oeuvres/concert-only package is $20/guest. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) for ticket information and reservations.

Tuesday

Music at the Mill ~ Sat, Aug 18, '18


On Saturday, August 18, Evins Mill continues its "Music at the Mill" series with its second concert of 2018, featuring accomplished artists Brenda Russell & John Heinrich. 

In addition to performing original songs at the world famous Blue Bird Cafe, Brenda has sung at special event venues across Tennessee, frequently backed up by headline bands at landmark locations, including Union Station, Hermitage Hotel and Belle Meade Mansion. More than a vocalist, Brenda plays trombone with the Franklin-based Five Points Swing Band and has performed with the Nashville Jazz Workshop. 

For his part, John plays multiple instruments, including clarinet, dobro, flute, alto sax, bari-sax & steel guitar, and is a much sought-after session musician. He's also a sought after live performance musician, touring with legendary Country R&B artist Ronnie Milsap. John has also toured with country artist TJ Shepherd and and played on many of his albums.  

The Music at the Mill package includes...
  • hors d'oeuvres & a four-course dinner
  • concert performance
  • Saturday night accommodations
  • full breakfast
  • hearty sack lunch on day of arrival or day of departure
  • unlimited access to non-alcoholic beverages
  • exclusive access to the resort's 40-acre property
...and is $315 to $405 per couple depending on the room. The dinner/concert-only package is $65/guest, while the hors d'oeuvres/concert-only package is $20/guest. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) for ticket information and reservations.

Bluegrass Cookout ~ Sat, Jul 7, '18

On Saturday, July 7, 2018, the town of Smithville hosts the Fiddlers' Jamboree & Craft Festival, one of country's premier bluegrass music competitions. Just a few minutes from the Dekalb County Courthouse, where the hoedown takes place, Evins Mill is a convenient springboard for the festival - as well as a cool escape from the heat, and a relaxing destination for great meals and overnight accommodations.

To that end, the resort is hosting its own annual Bluegrass Cookout from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. that same Saturday. Appetizers are available as early as 6:00 p.m. As always, guests are invited to arrive early and enjoy a stroll to Carmac Falls or a game of pool at Cortland Hall. Early or not, come with an appetite, for the menu is expansive...

Entrees
  • Tennessee Raised New York Strip and Rib Eye Steaks
  • Grilled Cornish Game Hens
  • Barbecued Baby Back Ribs
Sides
  • Roasted red potatoes
  • Corn on the cob
  • Fresh baked rolls & cornbread
  • Homegrown tomato, fresh mozzarella salad
  • Fresh basil, vegetable slaw
  • Marinated cucumber salad
  • Local beans
  • Homegrown, fried green tomatoes
  • Grilled sweet onions & chilies
Dessert
  • Red, White, and Blue Meringues
Beverages
  • Tea, coffee, lemonade & ice water
The Bluegrass Cookout Package includes...
  • hors d'oeuvres & Bluegrass Cookout
  • Saturday evening accommodations
  • full breakfast
  • sack lunch
  • unlimited access to non-alcoholic beverages
  • easy, convenient access to the Fiddlers' Jamboree
  • exclusive access to the resort's 40-acre property
...and is available at $300 to $390 per couple depending on the room. Cookout-only reservations are also available at $60.00/guest and $15 for children six to twelve years old. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) to learn more or make reservations.

Wednesday

Kenny's Cheese Tasting ~ Sat, Jun 23, '18


We're big fans of Kentucky-based Kenny's Cheese, which produces some of the best cheese around, is a major source of the cheese we serve, and is a favorite among our guests and staff alike! As such, we're pleased to host our first Kenny's Cheese Tasting on Sat, Jun 23.

The event begins with a 6:00 p.m. social hour, when Kenny's Cheese proprietors Kenny & Barbara will mix and mingle with guests, share the story of their farm, and sample a variety of their cheeses. A festive, Kenny's Cheese-inspired dinner will follow and will feature....

Appetizers
Kenny’s Cheese Board variety with grilled fruit, homemade pickles, and various breads and crackers

Soup 
Caramelized vidalia onion with reserve cheddar crisps

Salad
Warm brie, toasted almonds, bibb lettuce and citrus/whole grain mustard vinaigrette

Entrée
Beef Tenderloin with horseradish, Kentucky blue sauce or Citrus Braised Duck with fresh fruit, chilies chutney

Sides
Peppercorn Asiago Potato Gratin and Farmer’s Market Ratatouille


Dessert
Fromage Blanc Tart with homemade salted caramel and fresh summer berries

The Kenny's Cheese Package includes...
  • hors d'oeuvres & four-course dinner
  • Saturday night accommodations
  • full breakfast with eggs-to-order
  • sack lunch
  • unlimited access to non-alcoholic beverages
  • exclusive access to the resort's 40-acre property
...and is $325 to $415 per couple depending on the room. The cheese tasting & dinner-only package is $60/guest. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) to learn more or make reservations. 


Tuesday

Memorial Weekend Cookout ~ Sat, May 26, '18


Evins Mill is hosting a Memorial Holiday Cookout on Saturday, May 26, in conjunction with our first Music at the Mill concert of 2018. Hors d'oeuvres are available as early as 6:00 while the cookout begins at 6:30, followed by an 8:00 concert, featuring the music of Tim Buppert. Guests are welcome to book a room or make reservations for the dinner & concert only. Whether you stay over or come just for the night, come with an appetite, for the menu as always is as expansive as it will be tasty...

Entrees
  • Tennessee Raised New York Strip and Rib Eye Steaks
  • Pesto Grilled Jumbo Tiger Shrimp
  • Barbecued Baby Back Ribs
Sides
  • Oven roasted yukon gold potatoes
  • Mixed garden vegetable grill
  • Local vine-ripe tomato, mozzarella salad w/ balsamic vinaigrette
  • Grilled vidalia onions & chilies
  • Vegetable slaw
  • Marinated cucumber salad
  • White beans, slow cooked w/ Benton's Bacon
  • Fresh baked, local whole wheat rolls & cornbread
Dessert
  • Local strawberry cobbler w/ streusel topping & vanilla ice cream
Beverages
  • Tea, coffee, lemonade & ice water
Our "Music at the Mill" concert series features the acoustic music of accomplished singer-songwriter Tim Buppert. Having written songs and/or sung them on albums for Trisha Yearwood, Michael Peterson and Kevin Sharp among other well-known artists, Tim has several top ten songs to his name and will be performing them and others in an informal, writer-in-the-round format following dinner.

The overnight package includes hors d'oeuvres, cookout, concert, one-night's accommodation & full breakfast and is $315 to $405 depending on the room. The cookout/concert-only package is $65/guest, while the hors d'oeuvres/concert-only package is $20/guest. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) to learn more or make reservations.



Music at the Mill ~ Sat, May 26, '18


Following our Memorial Weekend Cookout on Saturday, May 26, Evins Mill continues its "Music at the Mill" concert series with another intimate evening of acoustic music featuring accomplished singer-songwriter Tim Buppert.

Having written songs and/or sung them on albums for Trisha Yearwood, Michael Peterson and Kevin Sharp among other well-known artists, Tim has several top ten songs to his name and will be performing them and others in an informal, writer-in-the-round format.

The Music at the Mill package includes...
  • hors d'oeuvres & hearty holiday cookout
  • concert performance
  • Saturday night accommodations
  • full breakfast with eggs-to-order
  • unlimited access to non-alcoholic beverages
  • exclusive access to the resort's 40-acre property
...and is $315 to $405 per couple depending on the room. The dinner/concert-only package is $65/guest, while the hors d'oeuvres/concert-only package is $20/guest. Sodas, bottled waters & alcoholic beverages are available but not included.

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) for ticket information and reservations.

Friday

Mother's Day Brunch ~ May 13, '18


Evins Mill is hosting its annual Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 13. Buffet, omelet, carving & desserts stations are available from 10:00 to 1:30, with seatings scheduled in half hour intervals. While brunch attire is "dressy casual," we invite guests to bring a change of clothes and stick around should they want to hike to Carmac Falls. Hiking shoes or not, don't forget your appetite, for as always the menu is extensive...

Entrees
  • Beef tenderloin carving station with wasabi honey mustard sauce
  • Local farm fresh egg omelets, made-to-order with fresh veggies & cheeses
Lunch Sides
  • Yukon gold potato gratin
  • Sesame marinated fresh asparagus
  • Locally baked, whole wheat rolls
  • Home grown green salad with chive blossom vinaigrette
Breakfast Sides
  • Buttermilk biscuits with sausage gravy
  • Sourdough French toast with all the toppings
  • Benton's bacon & Tennessee sausage
  • Freshly baked variety of muffins
  • Fresh fruit
  • Homemade granola with yogurt
Desserts
  • Fresh baked pound cake, macaroons & brownies
  • Build your own strawberry delight with locally grown fresh berries
  • Whipped cream, nuts, sauces, sprinkles & more
Beverages
  • Variety of juices
  • Nashville's own Humphrey's Street coffee
  • Unsweetened tea & lemonade
  • Fresh squeezed mimosas & mint juleps (not included in the price)
Brunch is $45 per guest ($15 for children six to twelve years old). Reservations are required. 

Call 615.269.3740 (nashville) to learn more or make reservations.