I love everything about the University of the South! It's quaint, beautiful, quiet--with great food and views
Beautiful campus w/an old world charm. Pleasant day w/beautiful weather. The All Saints Cathedral was remarkable and the Cross - w/great stone steps; must see. Would LOVE to stay at the new Inn.
Magnificent neo-Gothic architecture perched on a plateau in the Cumberland Mountains of Tennessee. Founded in 1857, the university's architecture and academics were modeled after Oxford University in England. Stunning views from the mountain top.
The University of the South is a tourist attraction due to its beautiful stone buildings. The college is also an excellent liberal arts college. Visit in the fall or spring for best foliage--visit anytime to enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
You have to really want to get there. And, once you do, you realized just how well worth the trip it is. It is extraordinary.
Sewanee and the University of the South is what I like to call the 'perfect day trip'. Two or three times a year, I make the trip from Nashville to Sewanne to escape the city and enjoy nature. Pack your hiking gear, drive around campus to enjoy the architecture and take off on two great trails at the end of Tennessee Blvd, near the middle of campus. At the end you'll find a giant white cross and two trails; one to the left and one to the right. I recommend the right trail with it's variable terrain, waterfalls, scenic overlooks and not to mention a decent workout. The trail left of the cross is more casual of a walk through the woods but also lovely. When you're done with both trails, check out the small cafes and restaurants at the end of campus, several have organic options and fresh veggies. Enjoy!
Look no farther. Here you have it all. Top rated academically, one of the most expansive campuses anywhere, insulated from sprawling urbanism, small classes, great facilities, a miniature Oxford on the Cumberland plateau. This is where this Ivy Leaguer would apply if he had (the luxury) to do it over again.
The entire campus is a treat for he eyes, incredible architecture that will blow your mind away. This mountain offers so much peace and tranquility, you just feel it.
The campus is beautiful with all the stone buildings. The Chapel is beautiful with stained glass windows. In the foyer the stain glass windows tell the story of the school and chapel.
If you enjoy walking through history, educational, political, religious, civil war, then the University of the South is a great place to spend a day. It has the feel of Oxford (with the architecture). Its an easy walk around the campus. The entire land mass is referred to as "The Domain" (13,000 acres, the 2nd largest land mass campus in the US. The University of the South AKA Sewanee and the town of Sewanee, TN offers an abundance of interesting hikes, including a complete circumnavigational trail that I believe is approx 20 Miles. There is a beautiful golf course on the campus and a number of great restaurants in the town and/surrounding community. Bike rentals are available at Woody's Bike shop. If you are on a Motorcycle, I would HIGHLY recommend the ride over to Lynchburg, TN and a great sunset beverage back in Sewanee at "The Tavern" or "Shenanigans". Ask around, there are some great dinner spots...Ivy Wild, Mountain Goat Market (Breakfast or Lunch or picnic), Pearls, High Point (My favorite, high end dinner spot...VERY QUAINT and GOOD).