Perhaps one of the most affordable resort retirement communities in the south, Fairfield Glade folds nicely into fixed income budgets delivering comprehensive amenities without compromising quality of life. The 12,500 acre master planned community began development in the 1970's and approximately 4,700 homes are built of the 7,000 planned.

FAIRFIELD GLADE AMENITIES

  • Four 18 Hole Championship Mountain Golf Courses
    • Stonehenge designed by Joe Lee
    • Brae Course (9 holes) and Crag Course (9 holes) at Heatherhurst
    • Druid Hills 
    • Dorchester
  • Three Golf Clubhouses with dining
  • Wellness Complex with large Fitness Center and Indoor Swimming Pool
  • 30,000 Square Foot Cumberland Medical Center Medical Arts Building
  • Good Samaratan Society Campus with Assisted Living and Senior Apartments
  • Three Swimming Pools in addition to the Wellness Complex
  • Twelve Tennis Courts
  • Recreational Center
  • 11 Private Lakes
  • Two Marinas
  • Walking Trails

Officially 'The Golf Capital of Tennessee', Baby Boomers relocating to Tennessee are drawn to the area for three main reasons: mild weather, central location and for a lower cost of living. Middle Tennessee has four distinct seasons. The winters are mild and summers reasonably cool thanks to the higher elevation of the Cumberland Plateau.

What makes Fairfield Glade popular with retirees? The amenity list is quite lengthy: 4 championship golf courses, a comprehensive wellness center, new recreation center, 12 tennis courts; 4 indoor 8 outdoor, 4 swimming pools; 2 indoor 2 outdoor, fine and casual dining options at 2 country clubs, 11 spring fed lakes, 2 marina's, equestrian stables and miles of walking trails. Stonehenge Golf Club is ranked a Top 100 Golf Course by Golf Magazine. Fairfield Glade has several mountain golf courses. 

The Village Green Mall within the community offers restaurants, a salon and daily conveniences. The newest neighborhoods at Fairfield Glade North have modern street lighting, decorative mailboxes and the power is buried underground. The earlier built neighborhoods have older homes yet have the advantage of being situated closer to the community's amenities.

Residents here at one of the top Tennessee golf communities have the flexible opportunity to pay for amenities 'a la carte' verses expensive annual memberships. For example, a la carte usage fees at the comprehensive CMC Wellness Center, are approximately $44.50 a month; golf at famous Stonehenge is $41 for 18 holes; tennis $7 per court hour; the use of the swimming pools $200 annually and marina boat rentals are as low as $16 per hour. Folks only pay for the amenities they use which makes it attractive to those comparing resort retirement communities.

Convenient medical care is within the neighborhood at the CMC Wellness Center operated by Cumberland Medical Center. The new 30,000 square medical center opened in early 2014. Mammography, physical therapy, aquatic therapy are just a few of the medical services on property. 'Very friendly people' is the most common accolade we hear from property owner reviews about Fairfield Glade. Almost 100 social clubs are active keeping the small town friendly lifestyle alive and well at one of the most well known Tennessee golf communities.

In addition to constructed amenities, natural amenities surround the neighborhoods. The Cumberland Plateau is the largest timbered plateau on the East Coast. Catoosa Wildlife Management area is adjacent to the golf community with 84,000 acres of protected forest. Fall Creek Falls State Park is Tennessee's most visited state park and is only 45 minutes from Fairfield Glade. Crossville and Cookeville TN are the nearest cities rich in history, culture, deliciousness with plenty of educational opportunities. Crossville is called 'The Golf Capital of Tennessee' because half of the golf courses in Tennessee are located in a small circumference. Golfers searching for mountain golf courses will find Fairfield Glade a great option when relocating to Tennessee.

Real estate taxes are low compared to the rest of the Southeast. If you're searching for affordable resort retirement communities, you'll find plenty of options here. Buyers can purchase a new home, find a resale, select a maintenance free townhome or buy a lot to build on later at Fairfield Glade. Panoramic views of the mountains, golf course homes, lakefront homes or private wooded homes are available. Golf course lots for sale at start in the $20k's, lakefront lots $100k's and mountain views lots from $150k. Fairfield Glade approved builders include Cumberland Construction Plus, Lakeland Construction and Fairfield Homes. Re-sale townhomes start in the low $150k's or new townhomes are priced in the mid $230k's; re-sale single family homes for sale begin in the $150k's.

Amenities

Golf
Equestrian
Clubhouse
Tennis
Pickleball
Community Pool
Fitness Center
Walking/Hiking/Biking Trails
On-site Dining
Social Event Calendar / Activities Director
Community Parks
Fishing
Wellness Programs
Marina

Fairfield Glade Reviews

4.6 / 5 (554 reviews)
"It's all about the people and the culture of the community. It has lots of golf courses, 3 swimming pools, stable - just to name a few of the amenities. There is an organization available for any interest you might have - photography, hiking, art, etc. We even have an art guild. There are no state taxes and property taxes are reasonable, so cost of living is awesome! And there is the beauty of the Cumberland Plateau, the wildlife, four definite seasons (but minimal snow in the winter and reasonable heat in the summer). Every church denomination you can imagine is represented here, and volunteerism is amazing, including wonderful support for senior citizens. But it always comes back to the people - people in a happy place are fun to be around!"
-- Anonymous, Resident
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4.7 / 5
"It's as close to heaven as we can be while still on earth!...Plus, it sure beats living in Maryland."
-- Mary Ferraro, Resident
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4.1 / 5
"Fairfield Glade offers so much to do and see that we really lack for nothing. It is located in a rural area which allows us the freedom to enjoy the local wildlife which is very abundant. The cost of living here is very reasonable with taxes very low and the available medical care is really quite good with most of the providers accepting numerous insurance plans including Medicare. Convenient to several major Tennessee cities it is without a doubt a retirees dream community. The weather is beautiful and even though it's located in the south we still get to enjoy the 4 seasons with the winters on the very mild side. A true paradise enhanced by that warm Southern Hospitality."
-- Henry, Resident
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4.4 / 5
"In order to be one of the happiest communities to live, you need quality restaurants. Sorry, but FG is a culinary wasteland. Also, the road construction for 2+ years on Pevine has been a detriment as far as curb appeal and maintenance of the community. Abandoned homes lining the roadway etc. The social clubs are very clickish and gossip is a pastime. Until these things are addressed, this is not the happiest community in which to live as far as I'm concerned. We love our home on Lake St. George and have wonderful neighbors. But, the community itself needs some improvement."
-- Anonymous, Resident
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3.7 / 5
"It offers a tremendous affordable Quality of Life for the residents. Very well managed with scores of activity opportunities. A very friendly, social and safe place to live. "
-- Tim, Resident
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5 / 5