- Nashville is a village in Brown County, Indiana with a population of only 770 in 2010. With a number of craft, speciality and antique shops to browse and many art, music and theater venues, it is a suitable location for a romantic getaway. Hotels and outdoor locations in and around Nashville cater for weddings and honeymoons and the Indiana countryside provides a romantic backdrop.
- Book a room at the Abbey Inn, about 1 mile south of Nashville. Rooms have 2-person spa hot tubs and you can also enjoy a patio and fireplace in some. The Inn has walled gardens, a pond and a brook. Nearby woods are ideal for a romantic stroll while you can make use of the hotel's DVD library to privately watch a movie in your room. Rooms are individually decorated. Other options for accommodations include the Sweetheart Log Cabin, a 3-bedroom log cabin with an outdoor hot tub and patio or the Artist's Colony Inn which offers rooms and suites in the heart of Nashville's shopping district.
- Make Nashville your wedding location. There are a number of outdoor wedding venues in the area, including the Abbey Inn which has a gazebo and indoor chapel. The Brown County Indiana State Park is suitable for an outdoor wedding and the Brown County Wedding Chapel Company can advise on venues and help with the organization of your wedding.
- Visit the Chateau Thomas Winery. You can attend wine tastings at this winery set in the Indiana countryside or even arrange your wedding to be held here. Others events include wine festivals and live entertainment. Sharing a bottle of fine wine can be a romantic treat, so pick up a decent bottle and enjoy it in your Nashville hotel.
- Spend an afternoon taking a leisurely walk around the Brown County Art Gallery with your partner. This is Nashville's original gallery and is linked to the history of the area as an artist's colony. It runs a full schedule of art and cultural events, often focused on Indiana's arts heritage.
- Enjoy a romantic meal at the Artist's Colony Inn Restaurant. Located in a colonial setting with beamed ceilings and oriental rugs, the restaurant also offers outdoor dining with views of Nashville. An extensive menu is available with luncheon and dinner buffets also served with dishes including steaks, chicken, ribs and salmon.
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