Imagine…

A neighborhood that will bring together sustainable design and a social, supportive way of life. At Burns Village & Farm, neighbors will not just live next door, they’ll truly know one another, creating a community rooted in connection and shared purpose.

Each household will have its own private, fully equipped residence, designed for comfort and independence. At the same time, the village will include shared spaces, gardens, walking trails, gathering areas, and a common house. The common house will become the heart of the community, where neighbors can come together for meals, celebrations, meetings, and informal gatherings.

From the very beginning, residents have been part of the design and development process. This means the neighborhood will reflect the priorities and values of its members: sustainability, community, and a deep respect for the land. The village will be carefully planned to balance privacy with togetherness, giving each resident the choice to retreat into their home or step into a thriving social environment.

The land itself will be an essential part of life at Burns Village & Farm. With a professional farmer managing the fields, residents may enjoy fresh, organic produce throughout the seasons. Those who wish can tend their own gardens, while others may simply savor the bounty of the harvest. Every acre will be shaped with care, from protecting the historic Mother Oak to preserving the woodlands and creek that make this place so special.

Burns Village & Farm will be more than a collection of homes. It will be a new way of living, one that fosters meaningful connection, nurtures health and well-being, and honors the natural beauty of Tennessee.

The land itself will be an essential part of life at Burns Village & Farm. With a professional farmer managing the fields, residents may enjoy fresh, organic produce throughout the seasons. Those who wish can tend their own gardens, while others may simply savor the bounty of the harvest. Every acre will be shaped with care, from protecting the historic Mother Oak to preserving the woodlands and creek that make this place so special.

Burns Village & Farm will be more than a collection of homes. It will be a new way of living, one that fosters meaningful connection, nurtures health and well-being, and honors the natural beauty of Tennessee.

What Cohousing is Not

Cohousing is not a commune, a timeshare, or a development where everything is shared. At Burns Village & Farm, each household will own its own private home and land, with full independence to live as they choose. The community is designed to encourage connection, not require it and residents will decide how much or how little they want to participate in shared meals, activities, or farming. Unlike traditional subdivisions where neighbors may remain strangers, cohousing emphasizes collaboration and intentional design, but it does not mean giving up privacy, autonomy, or ownership.