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Property Types |
Lakefront estates, acreage properties, gated communities |
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Price Range |
$1M to $3M+ (lakefront) |
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Primary Draw |
Old Hickory Lake (26 miles of shoreline) |
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Top Communities |
Bluegrass Estates, Lake Club Pointe, Governors Cove |
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Distance to Nashville |
18 miles northeast |
Hendersonville is Nashville's premier lakefront luxury market. Situated on the shores of Old Hickory Lake, 18 miles northeast of downtown, it offers a living experience centered on water that no other community in the metro area can match. Known locally as "The City by the Lake," its most exclusive properties give owners private dock access, deep-water frontage, and panoramic views that shift with every season.
The most prestigious lakefront communities include Bluegrass Estates, Lake Club Pointe, and Governors Cove, where custom-built homes on expansive lots range from $1.5M to over $3M. These properties feature private docks with boat lifts, deep-water access for wakeboarding and cruising, resort-style outdoor kitchens, saltwater pools, and whole-house generators. Builders like Hughes Edwards have set the construction standard across these enclaves.
Interior specifications include smart home automation, professional-grade kitchens, dedicated theaters, spa-caliber primary suites, and wine storage. Many homes incorporate walls of glass to maximize water views from every principal room, with covered outdoor living areas designed for year-round entertaining on the water.
Old Hickory Lake provides deep-water channels for boating, exceptional bass and crappie fishing, and a full range of water sports. Some lakefront residents with ocean-capable vessels have navigated from their private docks to the Cumberland River, to the Ohio, down the Mississippi, and into the Gulf of Mexico, returning via the Atlantic and Great Lakes.
INSIDER TIP: Remote work has accelerated demand for Hendersonville lakefront properties with home offices and high-speed connectivity. Inventory in the $1.5M+ lakefront segment moves quickly. Engage an agent who tracks this micro-market before listings go live.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
✓ Only Nashville-area market with significant luxury lakefront inventory.
✓ Private docks with boat lifts and deep-water access are standard at the upper tier.
✓ 18 miles to downtown Nashville; manageable commute for professionals.
✓ Bluegrass Estates and Lake Club Pointe are the most exclusive lakefront addresses.
72,541 people live in Hendersonville, where the median age is 40.4 and the average individual income is $46,835. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Hendersonville, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hendersonville Nutrition, Nutrishop, and The Rolling Pin.
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| Dining | 2.25 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.76 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.21 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2 miles | 13 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.59 miles | 13 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.12 miles | 30 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.11 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.69 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.15 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.21 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Hendersonville has 28,028 households, with an average household size of 2.58. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Hendersonville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 72,541 people call Hendersonville home. The population density is 1,228.65 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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