Rippa Villa

"Our tour was awesome! The guide spilled the beans on so many cool facts and stories. Totally worth it, 100%! If you're around or get the chance, check out Ripavilla—it's a blast. Let's keep the history vibe alive!"

"Very interesting property. Our tour guide was excellent. Very glad we saw this place."

"Beautiful house, still a work in progress to return to mostly original condition. Our guide, Jennifer, did an outstanding job explaining the history of the family and events surrounding the area. She grew up in the area and has personal connection to the history of the area. Very entertaining tour. Be sure to drive to the cemeteries for the family and slaves. A bleak time in the history of our country. We purchased combo tickets for tours of three homes, Rippa Villa, Carnton House and Carter House."

"We toured Rippavilla in 2019 and it was amazing! Best tour we've ever taken and we've taken a lot! The guides were knowledgeable and engaged in the subject, talking specifically about the house, the people who lived there, and about the surrounding area. The Battle of Franklin was mentioned as was slavery because they are a part of the history of the house but they weren't the only focus. We took the tour again on Monday and the tour was terrible! The only reason I'm not giving it one star is because our guide and the gift shop gal were nice but that's the only thing it's got going for it. The house is gutted (given it's going through renovations) but there are maybe 5 pieces of furniture in the whole place. When I asked what furniture from before would be back in again after renovations I was told nothing. I asked at another museum that had pieces that we recognized from Rippavilla what happened and we were told the family and everyone who had leant pieces took them back because they didn't want to be associated with the Battle of Franklin Trust that is now in charge. Another guide on another tour confirmed it. They have an agenda behind what they are doing to this beautiful place and it's obvious which is sad. Photos attached are of how it used to look."

"This place is absolutely beautiful. You become so immersed in this history, along with the beautiful grounds and rich Greek-Revival architecture. It's a step through time. Our gratitude to Rich, the guide who helped our group have such an immersive time."