Help wanted, space available in East Tennessee

This post is a couple years old so I'm not sure if you're still looking for families but we are in Western North Carolina now exploring ecovillages and homesteads.

I'd love to speak with ya on a phone call if you're still looking. If you want to email me to schedule a call my email is

brandonbrown9113@gmail.com

Hope to hear from ya!
Brandon

Hi everyone! Just to be clear, we may have been looking for more than two years, but we are definitely still looking for good people. We will always respond to inquiries though we may be a bit slow at times. Homesteading keeps us very busy!

Hello! My boyfriend and I are looking to relocate in November. Would absolutely love to connect with you. We are skilled farmers with other skills along the lines of homesteading. We are hoping to find more community and return to my home of Appalachia. Hope to hear from you soon!
brookesycamore@gmail.com

Good Afternoon David,

I know this thread is old. Do you have anymore land you would like to share/sell? Myself & another lady run a non-profit (to share sustainable tips/knowledge) in East Tennessee. We had land use permission where we are but before we could get in a land trust/life tenancy the owner passed away. The heirs do not share their father's vision. So we must leave. We have greenhouse/camper to move. We have had no luck finding suitable property to buy/share & we are running out of time.
If you or anyone else would be interested please let me know. As time is of the essence.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Samantha

I apologize. My email is
scain4491@gmail.com
Thank you

Hello David,  I noticed this post is two years old. Are you both still looking for like-minded people for your community? I am new to this wonderful group of loved ones and would love to talk to you.  A two way interview if you will. Here is my email address. handyman6721@yahoo.com.

Peace and blessings, Dave

Samantha Cain wrote:I apologize. My email is
scain4491@gmail.com
Thank you

Hi Samantha, I wrote but haven't heard back from you. Is this email valid?

Hi, I am interested in speaking with you,  I live in sevier county,
My name is Mark,,    deniro121@yahoo.com

I thought I would go ahead and provide a little update. My family and I (wife, infant and toddler kids) went ahead and moved forward with moving onto the land.

We have been building out the roads and homesites for the properties along with building a saw mill.

On the parcel we are buying, we made terraces and started a food forest. We are particularly interested in permaculture, going to have some animals, and being off grid.

We made a shift from the city lifestyle so we are learning a lot but committed to the lifestyle.

Really look forward to growing the community and building strong relationships with good people!

Brandon

Hello David,

I came across permies and your post doing random google searches and I’m so happy I did! We are a family of 3 currently living in Lenoir City, TN. Camp hosting while living in our RV full time brought us to Tennessee last year and we just love it here. The more I learn about homesteading, the more I’m understanding the importance of community. Would love to connect, meet, see if we would be a good fit because it sure sounds like something special! hvidal73@gmail.com  Hope to hear from you.
Kindly,
Heather, Joe and Paislee

Hi Heather,

We wrote to you several days ago, but haven't heard back. Maybe it went to your spam?

David

I don't know if you'll get this, as it's been a while, but I'm interested, please contact me at Disturbed0ne@protonmail.com

Hi David Michael and family! Are y’all still accepting visitors who might be interested? How have the past few months been? Any reflections on the growing pain of community? All the best, and happy Spring, Sara Grace

Hi David Michael and family! Are y’all still open to visitors to explore the possibilities on your property? What reflections do you and your community have after the past year of community building? I hope your spring is going well, all the best, Sara Grace

Hi Sara,

We are still interested in growing our community, and have at least 8 spots available.  At the moment we do have space to host visitors, and of course there's always plenty of room for camping. If you'd like to talk more, please reach out to my email.

Hope to hear from you soon,
David

Hi Becs here
This is exactly where I am looking to set up shop, I have plans on my own sustainable community however you fuys need help I have 1 gentleman doggy and a teenager quite artist hardworking family, I have a ton of family in Chattanooga who are very experienced in construction and as much as Mr. Rodgers as any family could be very cool and if your interested in some long term guests aka the dog me and Olivia I have an excellent income my own car a decent saving for infrastructure
If you think it would be kid and dog friendly please email me. We are very accountable and mind our own business so if your interested please email. I have a strong medical background and knowledgeable about critters of all kinds
Samplesbecky691@gmail.com
Or message Mr on here for a cell
I'm not available until October full te but have a month free in July where My daughter will be in Alaska for a month I could fly in for a weekend in July if it's a mutual beneficial arrangement for yourself and the wife!
If not worries we all end up where we were meant to be
Sincerely,
Becs

I know I am very late to this post...but hopefully not TOO late!

My family and I are on the lookout for a new adventure, considering selling our home in the Lone Star State to embrace a life of meaningful work on the land. He's a dedicated physical therapist, and after stay-at-home mom-ing for 2 years I now have been working in office administration. However our dream is to create a different, nature-infused life for our 4-year-old son through homeschooling.

We are seeking a place in Tennessee where the spirit of neighborliness thrives. We bring to the table qualities like kindness, curiosity, hard work, strength, keen observation, resourcefulness, and a helpful nature. We thrive on the simplicity of living, hard work, and passion for cooperation, collaboration, teamwork, and creating mutually beneficial projects and relationships.

With fair experience in outdoor physical labor and a knack for tending to plants and animals, we are eager to find a community that resonates with our values. If this resonates with you and you think we might be a good fit for your homestead neighborhood, please reach out to lesleypacini@gmail.com! We are desperate to create a better life for our son.

Hi Lesley, and to all viewers, it's never too late! We still have space available.

David if you are still looking for people please contact me, thank you.
Marcos

Hi! My name is Peter. I saw your posting on permits and was interested in more information about joining your community in the next 1-2 months. I’d be happy to know anything and everything about what the space is like, what would be expected of me, and what I would have to contribute initially. I’m hard-working and willing to learn, and serious about this sort of lifestyle. Please reply or e-mail me back anytime.
peterbdavid@proton.me

Hello. I have been searching for the next place to call home for two years. My family and I traveled the US for a year, reconnecting and grounding ourselves with the earth. This past year we have settled into the Tellico Plains area of TN. We have made many friends and are currently searching for a house. Something doesn’t resonant with me on that front. I would love to come visit and talk, perhaps. I often think what’s missing is community.

Jamie
pottertackett@gmail.com

Hi David,
I currently live in Hamblen county.
I’m very interested in talking to you about the opportunities to become a part of your community.

My email is lhitesmanvalter@gmail.com

Thanks,
Leah

Are you still looking for families to join your farm/community? We are off-grid experienced with lots of skills and Knowledge and seeking community and opportunity. Short term or long term.

Would love to connect!

Hello my name is Amy I have been learning and gardening and farming for over a year now. I work for a computer warehouse and have a 16 yr old son. I currently have 19 laying hens a dog and cat. I tend cows which I love most of the time lol. Am curious about your needs and visions currently you can email me at amyhisted783@gmail.com I would love to meet you all and talk about things.

Hey David, my wife and I just sold our land are looking at relocating our homestead to a place with better community etc. I would love to chat if you are still interested in adding more families. You can reach us at ojmoore23@gmail.com, I look forward to hearing more. Thanks!

double post

Hi there we would love to move in if you would sell us a parcel we can be very helpful and would love to be part of a community we just don't want to be in a rental situation or to owe anything with obligations we would much rather own our space and help when we can

Hello...are you still looking for people with skills to come be a part of your community?

CC Burns

Yes, we are still looking. Unfortunately one family is preparing to move away for a job. We also have at least 8 home sites ready for building. We are about to hire a homesteading realtor to help us find suitable families.

Hey david. Your proposal sounds pretty sweet. I notice that years in to this post you are still quite attentive to peoples posts and interest in your place. Not very common on here, I like to see that. I'd love to chat more. My email is seven_above@protonmail.com
Reach out when you can and I'll fill you in on myself. Thanks!

Hello David,

You may or may not find this interesting, but we found your post through ChatGPT. Me and my family are looking to relocate to East TN from a neighboring state and just a few days ago I was discussing with the wife the idea of what it would be like to create a homestead community of likeminded people. The thought is that people need to band together and get back to the old way of knowing our neighbors and community. We would love to chat with you to see how the community is coming along and get an idea of where you think things are headed.

My email is farmermagnus40@gmail.com.

I hope you're having a wonderful start to 2025 and look forward to speaking with you.

Thanks,

Farmer

I'm curious to know if this is still active or not? It appears that OP hasn't responded in years. I'm currently looking at properties in east Tennessee as we speak.

Hello David! My name is Kayla! I am 34 year old lady that has lived in the city in Michigan my whole life. I am friendly, outgoing, silly, dedicated, hard working, intentional and interested in learning new skills. I am eager to have new experiences and grow and learn about myself, others, and our earth. I am respectful, extremely modest, and have a gentle and caring spirit. I am full of creative ideas and love helping people bring life to their ideas!

I have known for a long time that I belong in nature. I know it in my bones, it is what I am called to do. I am a sponge ready to absorb all the wonderful things that come with this kind of lifestyle. I want to be self sufficient and fill my mind and my body with good healthy food that I help grow. I want to look around at all the possibilities and help make them come to life! I want to be part of something real. I want to learn from others and help their dreams come true! I want to slow down and truly appreciate this world we have been given the opportunity to live in, learn about ourselves, and grow in. And most importantly, I want to give back!

I would love to speak with you! Please reach out to me or leave a way I can get in touch with you and hopefully we can chat!

Kayjcn42@gmail.com is where you can reach me! Looking forward to hearing from you!

David,

I hope you have been well! I'm only seeing this post now, but I have been seeking an opportunity just as you have presented. If you are open to meeting, I'd love to grab some of your time and hear about the story you are writing.

Cheers,
CJ

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