🏡 Relocation Guide to Jamestown, Tennessee

Your Friendly Move-In Guide from Team Denehy – Tim & Lori

Thinking about relocating to Jamestown, TN? You’re in good hands. Our community is one of the top destinations for families, retirees, horse owners, and homesteaders looking for peaceful country living.

🌟 Why People Are Moving to Jamestown

1. 💰 Affordable Land & Homes
Spacious acreage, horse properties, homesteads, and homes with land at great prices.

2. 🧘‍♂️ Quiet, Peaceful Living
Escape traffic and noise and enjoy a slower, more relaxed lifestyle.

3. 🌄 Outdoor Lovers’ Paradise
Next to Big South Fork with:

  • 🐎 Horseback riding
  • 🥾 Hiking
  • ⛺ Camping
  • 🛶 Kayaking
  • 📸 Scenic overlooks

4. 🤝 Friendly, Welcoming Community
People here truly look out for each other.

📍 Popular Areas Near Jamestown

🏙️ Jamestown – Shops, dining, schools, medical services
🎡 Allardt – Small-town charm & festivals
🌾 Clarkrange – Open land & homesteads
🏞️ Pall Mall – Scenic valleys & large tracts
🐴 Big South Fork Region – A dream for horse owners

🐎 Living the Equestrian Lifestyle

Jamestown is an equestrian hotspot featuring:

  • 🐴 Miles of horse trails
  • 🏕️ East Fork Stables
  • 🐎 Horse communities
  • 🚜 Barn-ready acreage and pasture land

🎒 Schools in Jamestown

Local education options include:

  • 🏫 South Fentress Elementary
  • 🏫 Pine Haven Elementary
  • 🎓 Clarkrange High School
  • 🎓 York Institute

🛒 Shopping & Daily Essentials

Jamestown provides everyday conveniences like:

  • 🛍️ Walmart
  • 🧰 Hardware stores
  • 🐓 Tractor Supply
  • 💊 Pharmacies
  • 🍔 Local restaurants

Major shopping is 45–60 minutes away in Crossville or Cookeville.

🏥 Healthcare & Services

You’ll find:

  • 🏥 UT Medical Center – Jamestown
  • 🩺 Urgent care clinics
  • 😁 Dental & specialty offices
  • 🐾 Veterinary clinics (horses & pets)

Utilities in Fentress County, Tennessee

Understanding utilities is an important part of relocating to Jamestown and Fentress County, especially for buyers considering rural property, land, or acreage. Utility availability can vary by location, and many homes outside city limits rely on private systems.

Electric Service

  • Volunteer Energy Cooperative (VEC)
    The primary electric provider for Jamestown and most of Fentress County.

Water Service

Water service depends on the property’s location:

  • Jamestown Water Department – City of Jamestown
  • Fentress County Utility District (FCUD) – Serves many rural areas
  • Allardt Water Department – City of Allardt

Many rural properties use private wells.

Sewer & Septic

  • Jamestown Wastewater Department – City sewer service
  • Allardt Wastewater System – Limited service areas

Most properties outside city limits rely on private septic systems.

Propane & Fuel

Natural gas service is extremely limited in Fentress County.
Most homes use propane for heating, cooking, and generators. Common providers include:

  • AmeriGas
  • Ferrellgas
  • Suburban Propane
  • Local independent propane companies

Internet & Phone

  • Twin Lakes Telephone Cooperative
    The primary provider of internet and phone service throughout Jamestown and Fentress County, including fiber and broadband options where available.

Availability and speeds should always be verified by address.

Trash & Solid Waste

  • Fentress County Solid Waste Department
    • Convenience centers located throughout the county
    • No curbside service in most rural areas
  • City of Jamestown – Curbside trash pickup within city limits

Important Notes for Relocating Buyers

  • Utility availability varies by exact property location
  • Many rural homes rely on:
    • Private wells
    • Septic systems
    • Propane
  • Internet service should be verified prior to closing
  • Utility access and easements are especially important when purchasing land

🏠 Types of Homes You’ll Find

Jamestown offers a wide variety of properties:

  • 🪵 Log cabins
  • 🏡 Modern builds
  • 🌾 Mini-farms
  • 🐴 Horse ranches
  • 🏕️ Off-grid cabins
  • 🌲 Large wooded tracts
  • 🏘️ Quiet subdivisions or unrestricted countryside

🌦️ What’s the Weather Like?

Enjoy four true seasons:

  • 🌸 Mild springs
  • ☀️ Warm summers
  • 🍁 Beautiful fall colors
  • ❄️ Light to moderate winter snow

Great for gardening and outdoor living.

🌱 Homesteading in Fentress County

A fast-growing homestead region thanks to:

  • 💲 Affordable land
  • 🌿 Fertile soil
  • 🛠️ Fewer restrictions
  • 💧 Well & septic options
  • 🚜 Agricultural-friendly community

🤝 Working With Team Denehy

We relocated here too—so we understand your questions, excitement, and concerns.

We provide:

  • 📱 Virtual tours
  • 🧭 Relocation guidance
  • 📑 Local contacts (survey, septic, contractors)
  • 🕒 Fast communication
  • 💬 Honest, transparent advice

📞 Call or Text: 702-569-9557

🏞️ Ready to Explore Properties?

We’d love to help you find the perfect home or land in:

  • Jamestown
  • Allardt
  • Clarkrange
  • Pall Mall
  • Big South Fork

Your Tennessee adventure starts here. Reach out anytime.