We are pleased to welcome you to the Artists Colony Inn in Nashville, Indiana. Please enjoy our website where you can make your overnight room accommodations online, or contact our event coordinator to plan your next banquet or seminar. Our 100 seat dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inside by the fireplace or out on the front porch, depending on the season.
Menus are available to preview online. We look forward to your next visit to Brown County. Since the early 1900's, Nashville and Brown County have flourished as an Art Colony. The Artists Colony Inn is located in the center of Nashville within walking distance of 200 shops and art galleries. The beautiful Brown County State Park is just a short drive down the road from our establishment.
Menus are available to preview online. We look forward to your next visit to Brown County. Since the early 1900's, Nashville and Brown County have flourished as an Art Colony. The Artists Colony Inn is located in the center of Nashville within walking distance of 200 shops and art galleries. The beautiful Brown County State Park is just a short drive down the road from our establishment.
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A century ago, artists were inspired to venture out into Brown County's majestic hills, valleys and streams. They came for the summer and painted the "Peaceful Valley." Soon there followed art students, writers, potters, weavers, naturalists and photographers until the small valley community became the town of Nashville.
Nestled in the middle of the Nashville shopping district is the Artists Colony Inn and Restaurant. Our boutique hotel offers 20 rooms featuring Shaker style furnishings including four poster beds, wooden plank floors and Windsor chairs. In addition to our 19th Century decor we also offer modern amenities including air conditioning, free WiFi access, cable TV and DVD players.
Enjoy a delicious meal in our early colonial setting that is cultivated by warm colors, soft lighting, and terrific service. Our dining room is lavishly appointed with beamed ceilings, oriental rugs, and a large stone fireplace. Sit in our authentic Windsor chairs and visitors enjoy a wide variety of delightful entrees, homemade soups and desserts, or our famous sweet potato fries.
Our romantic 19th Century Inn is located in the heart of Nashville. With our elegant banquet room, accommodating up to 80 people, we will make your rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, or bridal shower a special occasion to remember. Oriental rugs are the centerpiece of the room while a large beamed ceiling frames our large stone fireplace.
Perfect for small meetings and retreats. We provide a large meeting room that can accommodate up to 75 people or a smaller meeting room that can accommodate up to 24 people. Our large meeting room rents for $100.00 a day and requires a lunch or dinner. The meeting room charge is $50.00 per day if the group has 10 or more overnight rooms with us.
Reviews (27)
Charles Vega
Jan 04, 2022
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The best breakfast in Nashville! They bring you a slip of paper and you check off what you would like. They have either pancakes or French toast depending on which day you go, I prefer the French toast but both are good. The fried biscuits with apple butter and breakfast potatoes are my two favorite things to get. It also comes with a coffee which is quite good.
Jerry Rice
Dec 15, 2021
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Jonathon N.
Dec 12, 2021
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Vanessa Kenworthy
Dec 05, 2021
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We went for a murder mystery dinner and it was not what we expected. Typically someone "dies" early on and you spend the rest of the evening trying to figure out who did it. This was more of a dinner theater type and the cast was definitely entertaining. They served meatloaf and chicken, mashed potatoes and green beans. Dessert was apple pie and that was the best part of the meal.
Bob Bell
Nov 27, 2021
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Merry Indiana
Nov 23, 2021
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After looking at autumn leaves,my sister and I went to the Artists' Colony for luncheon. Drew "Leif the Waiter's" section. He was polite and efficient. The food is always excellent. Has been for decades. Order what you like,you're safe here. If its your first trip do NOT miss the fried biscuits with apple butter. A half order is enough for 2 people . They're a delight straight from the kitchen, but they don't travel well.
Terisha Davis
Nov 01, 2021
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We ate at the restaurant this evening. 2 adults and 3 children. Two children ordered a kids hamburger, burnt on the edges and pink in the middle. The other three plates had a serving of potatoes. All 3 plates had hard, dry potatoes. The meatloaf wasn’t anything to rave about and the country fried steak was overcooked. The kid that served us was very polite but never brought us our refills. $80 for awful food, Will not be back.
Lisa Parsley
Oct 17, 2021
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Chrissy A.
Aug 10, 2021
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We were looking for somewhere fast to grab breakfast. This place was fast and all you can eat. You were given a paper to check off what you wanted at first which was great Bc I didn't feel like a pig. The bfast potatoes were delicious. The pancakes were good but small so order more than you think.
The only dislike you had to say what you wanted more of so then I felt like a pig. Even though the portions were small I hate asking for more food. I feel like people are judging me.
All together it is a good value. The muffins are obviously store bought. The food is fresh and hot.
The only dislike you had to say what you wanted more of so then I felt like a pig. Even though the portions were small I hate asking for more food. I feel like people are judging me.
All together it is a good value. The muffins are obviously store bought. The food is fresh and hot.
Sayward C.
Apr 05, 2021
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This was my second time here, the first time was years ago before Yelp! We enjoyed our meal. It was tasty and prompt. We had the grilled chicken sandwich, Queso Burger, Chicken Tenders, and fried shrimp. All pretty basic stuff and it was all great! The day after my daughter asked if we could go back because she liked it so much. This place is pretty solid. Quick service, good food, and a nice quiet atmosphere.
Andi W.
Jan 17, 2021
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We like to visit the ACI for breakfast. They used to have a breakfast buffet, which they've changed since covid-19. They now let you choose your buffet items and they bring them out. Great idea!
The food is just as delicious as before and the service is just as excellent. I recommend the French toast and apple butter and bread. So good!
The food is just as delicious as before and the service is just as excellent. I recommend the French toast and apple butter and bread. So good!
Karsen M.
Oct 13, 2020
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Stopped in here to grab a small bite to eat. Just had a soup & salad, which tasted fine, nothing special. Service was good, but the environment was so chaotic. While my mom & I waited to be seated, we listened to how other parties waiting were treating the hostess. Just so awful. I guess this review is just about the type of cruel people who eat here. My mom & I defiantly didn't fit in here like the other costumers, who I assumed a few were regulars. I just feel bad for the whole staff.
Cassel T.
Sep 20, 2020
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The restaurant while cozy has terrible service and the food is really hot or miss. The first time we came for lunch our food was cold, next for supper both my and my wife's food had hairs in it. Next we decided to give them one more shot with breakfast. During COVID they give you a sheet to fill out for all you can eat, we filled ours out and waited. Everyone seated after us got food and our slips were still at our table. She finally came over and said she forgot us. Hard to do since we were right in the middle of all her other tables and she only had 5. Food was burnt and unspectacular in
Billie L.
Jul 25, 2020
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The only half way friendly person was my waitress who seemed friendly yet strangely stressed while not that busy perhaps I missed the rush
Atmosphere matters
Note: Wearing mask you can still see smiling eyes clearly not happy staff front desk most unfriendly customer service
No Thank you for supporting our business
The quiche was good, scrambled eggs cold rubbery and the potatoes hot outside cold runny inside
Biscuits and gravy was good not a lot of heart in this place
Lunches have been better in past You can't blame Covid for poor customer service
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Atmosphere matters
Note: Wearing mask you can still see smiling eyes clearly not happy staff front desk most unfriendly customer service
No Thank you for supporting our business
The quiche was good, scrambled eggs cold rubbery and the potatoes hot outside cold runny inside
Biscuits and gravy was good not a lot of heart in this place
Lunches have been better in past You can't blame Covid for poor customer service
"Just be Kind"
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Terry W.
Jun 11, 2020
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I go here every year have for the last 15 years . Never stayed at The hotel but always eat at the restaurant. I give the food 5 stars plus . I had to give less start because of the lady on the phone when I called to make a reservation. They don't take reservations. I'm ok with that . Normally by 11:30 they are pretty busy but this was precovid . She told me by 11:30 they would be on a waitlist . So I had to change my plans around for this day to be sure I was there shorty after 11am which was a big inconvenience. The food here is good and I enjoy it but there are very many other places
George H.
Dec 26, 2019
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My wife and I stayed here on a recent weekend getaway. The convenience of having a room and eatery right in the middle of downtown Nashville was a perfect combination for us. The Brown County Music Center is just around the corner and less than a 5 minute drive. Once we checked in we were provided a free Breakfast Buffett for each guest that is normally $9.99 a person. When we entered our room it was styled as a late century style with a four poster bed, large plank hard word floors and a lantern style wall lamp. It was very fitting for Nashville and a little nostalgic. The room also had a complimentary
Jeff B.
Dec 10, 2019
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Brittney L.
Nov 13, 2019
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Stopped here a little over a week ago for both lunch and then breakfast the following morning. I'll give an extra star for the atmosphere, as it's quaint, cozy, and has some "old-fashioned" charm. The location is excellent.
However, I can't find many good things to say about the food itself, and the service wasn't great. Waitresses acted like they didn't want to be there, and though they were somewhat courteous, they were weirdly aloof.
Grilled cheese was good, but nothing to really write home about. Fries, mashed potatoes, and gravy were mediocre. The glazed
However, I can't find many good things to say about the food itself, and the service wasn't great. Waitresses acted like they didn't want to be there, and though they were somewhat courteous, they were weirdly aloof.
Grilled cheese was good, but nothing to really write home about. Fries, mashed potatoes, and gravy were mediocre. The glazed
Robyn F.
Oct 18, 2019
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R. Z.
May 27, 2019
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Very pleasant experience!
Hotel: Well maintained and clean. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Themed in old Shaker style, the place looked great.
Room: We are very picky when it comes to the cleanliness of our accommodation and this place definitely got an "A" grade. The room had a queen bed, 4 cup coffee maker, rather small TV/VCR/DVD combo (we weren't here to watch TV) couple of chairs and table. Again, tastefully themed in Shaker and well designed. The bed was comfortable.
Noise: I can understand how the inn could be a bit noisy. The floors are wood and there isn't
Hotel: Well maintained and clean. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Themed in old Shaker style, the place looked great.
Room: We are very picky when it comes to the cleanliness of our accommodation and this place definitely got an "A" grade. The room had a queen bed, 4 cup coffee maker, rather small TV/VCR/DVD combo (we weren't here to watch TV) couple of chairs and table. Again, tastefully themed in Shaker and well designed. The bed was comfortable.
Noise: I can understand how the inn could be a bit noisy. The floors are wood and there isn't
Cassie B.
Sep 10, 2018
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Bang for your buck:5/10
Quality: 6/10
Service: 3/10
Ambiance/Location: 10/10
Overall: 5/10
Service was HORRIBLE! It took forever for a server to take our drink order, and then we waited about another 20 minutes for our food order to finally be taken.
Once we got our food it wasn't great. Think of a cross between Cracker Barrel and a hospital
cafeteria.
Quality: 6/10
Service: 3/10
Ambiance/Location: 10/10
Overall: 5/10
Service was HORRIBLE! It took forever for a server to take our drink order, and then we waited about another 20 minutes for our food order to finally be taken.
Once we got our food it wasn't great. Think of a cross between Cracker Barrel and a hospital
cafeteria.
Shayla M.
Aug 04, 2018
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PATRONS AWARE: highly unsanitary !!!!!
This place was the dirtiest place in terms of food preparation and dining ware that I have ever been to.
For starters, my friend was served a coffee that already had someone's lipstick on the edge of the cup. I was mortified. She asked for another one while we laughed at the awkward and disgusting moment.
Then, I get my silverware and they were also dirty. I attached a picture of this. It almost looked like the same lipstick or something else.
FINALLY, I open my plastic container of mayonnaise and sticking to the underside of the lid was a hair
This place was the dirtiest place in terms of food preparation and dining ware that I have ever been to.
For starters, my friend was served a coffee that already had someone's lipstick on the edge of the cup. I was mortified. She asked for another one while we laughed at the awkward and disgusting moment.
Then, I get my silverware and they were also dirty. I attached a picture of this. It almost looked like the same lipstick or something else.
FINALLY, I open my plastic container of mayonnaise and sticking to the underside of the lid was a hair
Jonathan B.
Aug 03, 2018
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Artists Colony is smack dab in the middle of town and surrounded with quaint little shops including a toy store and old-timer photos. The establishment is both an inn and restaurant. Im not sure how the inn is but my family were not welcomed by the hostess (maybe owner) at all. She basically gave a cold shoulder like we were not welcome. We had a stroller with us for my 2 young boys and we had to leave it in entry way which meant I had to go back and forth. The corner we were placed in was tight and right by the kitchen. People would naturally try to walk through the galley because it seemed logical
Niki B.
Jan 26, 2018
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Memory lane.
This place is simple, pure and cozy. The town shuts down around 9pm and everything is adorable. I highly recommend coming here and hiking in Brown County while the leaves are changing. I even came to this hotel in the winter time and enjoyed the simple things in life: the Christmas twinkle lights that lit the street, cute old houses, ice cream shop, and Quaff On! brewery and pizza.
The rooms are sweet- with four post beds, quilts, and lights that look like rustic candles. There are little loaves of pumpkin bread in each room, and breakfast is included with your room (a breakfast
This place is simple, pure and cozy. The town shuts down around 9pm and everything is adorable. I highly recommend coming here and hiking in Brown County while the leaves are changing. I even came to this hotel in the winter time and enjoyed the simple things in life: the Christmas twinkle lights that lit the street, cute old houses, ice cream shop, and Quaff On! brewery and pizza.
The rooms are sweet- with four post beds, quilts, and lights that look like rustic candles. There are little loaves of pumpkin bread in each room, and breakfast is included with your room (a breakfast
Rick G.
Jun 01, 2017
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I've visited the Artists Colony a few times...I'm surprised I've not reviewed it yet!
Pleasantly located on the main street of Nashville, the Artists Colony has a pleasant, homey feel to it. It's one of those places where I feel like I'm dining in Grandma's dining room.
The food is above average. I've never got a bad meal here. That said, I'm not sure I've every got one that pushed it into the 5 star range, That said, it's one of the better choices in Nashville.
Service is always good. After a long day of shopping in Nashville, or hiking
Pleasantly located on the main street of Nashville, the Artists Colony has a pleasant, homey feel to it. It's one of those places where I feel like I'm dining in Grandma's dining room.
The food is above average. I've never got a bad meal here. That said, I'm not sure I've every got one that pushed it into the 5 star range, That said, it's one of the better choices in Nashville.
Service is always good. After a long day of shopping in Nashville, or hiking
Autumn M.
Mar 11, 2017
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I feel conflicted after eating here.
The staff are friendly and nice. We were served pretty quickly. The location is really convenient and we parked out back for $5. The interior of the restaurant is really cozy, like being in someone's house. Lots of natural light from windows and not a lot of artificial light.
Now the food... Hmm. Personally I wasn't impressed. I got the pot pie which was listed as a specialty. Who doesn't love pot pie? It came as a bowl of pot pie filling with a medium sized chicken shaped pastry on top. I've never had pot pie that way personally. I love
The staff are friendly and nice. We were served pretty quickly. The location is really convenient and we parked out back for $5. The interior of the restaurant is really cozy, like being in someone's house. Lots of natural light from windows and not a lot of artificial light.
Now the food... Hmm. Personally I wasn't impressed. I got the pot pie which was listed as a specialty. Who doesn't love pot pie? It came as a bowl of pot pie filling with a medium sized chicken shaped pastry on top. I've never had pot pie that way personally. I love
Ashley S.
Apr 30, 2016
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All work, all play! I had a work retreat at this hotel and it was so perfect! Even though we had to do work, we had a great time of relaxation also... Thanks to this cute little hotel!
I give this hotel 5 stars because of its great location, wonderful service, and it's peaceful environment. The hotel is located on the Brown County strip where all the action is. I legit looked out of my balcony and could see all of the adorable Brown county shops! Such a treat.
The hotel staff was very friendly and accommodating. They helped us with every possible request and bent over backwards for us
I give this hotel 5 stars because of its great location, wonderful service, and it's peaceful environment. The hotel is located on the Brown County strip where all the action is. I legit looked out of my balcony and could see all of the adorable Brown county shops! Such a treat.
The hotel staff was very friendly and accommodating. They helped us with every possible request and bent over backwards for us
