Every visitor to Lynchburg probably breezes into town to see the Jack Daniel’s Distillery where the nectar of rock gods and country music icons is created. And that tour, which is family friendly, is worth the trip.
But there is more to the pretty town than that landmark. Just see for yourself.
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Your Carriage AwaitsIf this is a romantic trip, try an open-air carriage ride with C&R Buggy Rides (931-433-8423 or candrbuggytours@gmail.com). The elegant white and gold coach preferred by honeymooners and sweethearts looks like Cinderella’s post-pumpkin ride. But the owner has more modest options, too, for those more interested in a history tour than a romantic excursion.
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Experience History>Just off the charming town square is the Moore County Jail Museum. The pretty brick building with the white wood gingerbread porch held prisoners from 1893 to 1990. Tours are held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily from March through mid-December.>Miss Mary Bobo’s Boarding House at 295 Main St., is surely the most famous Lynchburg lunch spot. It serves guests Southern staples like fried chicken, barbecue ribs, fried okra and baked grits casserole family-style at big tables. A hostess will tell you stories about the property, which belonged to one of Lynchburg’s founding fathers back in 1857. After the Civil War, Dr. E.Y. Salmon returned from caring for troops to add to the house until it looked the way it does today. It served as the town’s Grand Hotel for awhile. In 1913, Salmon sold the house and land to the Bobos for $2,500.
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What’s new, Jack?The big news at Jack Daniel’s is the recent release of a new hot cinnamon spirit, called Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire. But if you want to buy a T-shirt or poster commemorating the launch, you will need to go to Lynchburg’s Hardware and General Store, which the distillery allows to sell Jack Daniel’s memorabilia.
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Lynchburg LodgingIn addition to the Holiday Inn and Travel Inn, there are historic B&Bs to enjoy.>Mulberry Cottage Guest House, 40 Mechanic Street N., is a lovely gray rock-and-stone home built in the late 1800s. Guests get free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a full kitchen, with stools carved from Jack Daniels’ barrels. The cottage is within walking distance of downtown.>The Carriage House Inn, built in 1878, has a huge shady porch, AC for hot summers and fireplaces for cool autumn or winter nights as well as a pretty brick patio for fine weather. Located at 404 Cabell St., the hosts offer pickup and drop-off services for guests arriving by train and spa services that include massages. It also offers free Wi-Fi and is within walking distance of downtown.>In nearby Tullahoma, the gorgeous GreenRose of Raus at 330 Smith Chapel Road flaunts an enormous wraparound porch shaded by sugar maples and magnolia trees. The mansion was built in 1905.
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Local FlavorHere’s the skinny on Lynchburg dining:The Barbecue Caboose Cafe, 217 Main St. and Iron Kettle Restaurant, 117 Main St., are cute and affordable. Southern Perks is a cool coffee shop at 10 Short St. Prince’s Parlor at 22 Short St., has ice cream. And Barrel House BBQ, 105 Mechanic St., has rocking chairs on the porch if you want to rest a bit after a binge.