There's No Better Place Than This Small Town Vintage Shop In Rural Tennessee
Every once in awhile we come across a gem out there in the wilds of Tennessee, and a quick pit stop in Monteagle held the Volunteer State true to form. The Amish Hippie is located at 808 Main Street and is one of the quirkiest vintage shops you’ll find throughout the state. Plus, the homemade jam wall is everything. A solid visit to this incense-infused space has enough character to keep you coming back for more.
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The Amish Hippie is located in a modest house just off the main road in Monteagle. Their quirky sign quickly sets the small spot apart, its character only heightened once you stop to visit.
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Enter under a large peace sign and stock up on your incense - this is the kind of place that encourages everything your parents told you not to do.
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Rich with color and off-kilter design, the neat wooden interior hides rooms and rooms of treasures. From vanilla extract kits to old movie posters, it's all here.
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Most folks visit for fun and local gifts to bring home to their families. As you can see here, there is quite the assortment. It makes the space neat - you'll never see it the same way twice.
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An extensive backway shows off even more bright and fun looking gifts. This is the kind of place you wander, the kind of spot you wonder about and let your kids marvel at through wide eyes.
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Their front patio is perfect for furniture buying and rocking chair sittin'. If you buy the chair, of course
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You can even get a cute little baby jam for less than $6! It's the perfect keepsake to take along home with you, or a most delicious gift.
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A wall of baskets? Yes, we always need baskets. Especially if they're as beautiful as these!
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Rooms are separated by colorful tapestries and bright beading, vintage clothing hung up with care and items from every edge of the world are scattered across tabletops, a beautiful mess of discovery.
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C'mon - what COULDN'T you discover in this neat place? Handmade and fun jewelry are always a good thing to have on hand - especially for your favorite cousin's birthday.
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Located off of exit 134, this is also the best place to visit if you're en route to the famed music festival, Bonnaroo.
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It's a neat place, The Amish Hippie. A complete conundrum that holds rural Tennessee rapt with 1960s fun and plug for peace. Have you ever made the visit? It's perfect if you're driving to Chattanooga or Atlanta from Nashville, right off the highway.
If you’re looking for another hidden Tennessee gem, check out our Hidden Loop hiking trail!
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