Finding Purpose, Rebuilding Wellness:
How One Woman Reopened The Farm to Change Lives — Including Her Own
Nestled on 200 scenic acres in Castalian Springs, Tennessee—just 45 minutes outside Nashville—The Farm isn’t just a wellness retreat. It’s a sanctuary built on purpose, transformation, and second chances. At the heart of its rebirth is Lizzie Tucker, an HR executive and now wellness entrepreneur who reopened the doors to this life-changing space not just to revive a business, but to protect a place that once helped her heal.
From Guest to Owner: A Deeply Personal Mission
Before becoming the owner, Lizzie was a frequent guest at what was then called Fit Farm. “I came here during a vulnerable time,” she shares. “That experience changed everything—I found community, structure, and strength. Over two years, I came back more than 20 times.”
When Fit Farm closed in November 2024, Lizzie couldn’t let it go. In April 2025, she officially reopened the facility as The Farm. Along with her founding team, she was determined to preserve its unique energy and create a space where others—whether burnt-out professionals, new retirees, overwhelmed parents looking for a break, fitness fanatics or girlfriends looking for a getaway—could reset and reprioritize their lives.
What The Farm Offers
Set in a tranquil and inspiring environment, The Farm is a premier wellness travel destination offering customizable weekend, weeklong, and extended-stay retreats. Each stay is built around a powerful, integrative wellness approach that combines:
- Balanced, whole-food nutrition
- Inclusive and adaptive fitness programs
- Self-care, mindfulness, and restorative practices
Guests come from across the country and around the world to reset and recharge—and many return again and again.
Traveling is easier than ever, with sub-two-hour direct flights between Syracuse, NY and Nashville, TN, making The Farm highly accessible to those living in Central New York—including Lizzie’s own hometown of Skaneateles.
A Place, A Team, A Program Like No Other
The Farm’s magic lies in the synergy of three core elements:
- The Place: A one-of-a-kind 200-acre retreat surrounded by rolling hills and open skies, just under an hour from the hustle and bustle of downtown Nashville.
- The People: A dedicated team including certified trainers, registered dietician, yoga instructor, and expert hospitality staff—working in unison to care for every guest like family.
- The Program: Highly personalized, The Farm’s wellness journey is designed to meet guests exactly where they are—whether just beginning or recommitting to a healthier lifestyle. Guests can enjoy a variety of daily activities designed to energize the body and soothe the soul—including hiking, HIIT classes, cardio, yoga, swimming, paddleboarding, bicycling, boxing, pickleball, and more.
A Local Heart With a National Reach
Though Lizzie lives in Brooklyn, NY during the week—where she leads Human Resources for Emerging Markets —her heart is rooted in both Castalian Springs, TN, and Skaneateles, NY, where she grew up and still spends many summer weekends. Her vision for The Farm blends the high standards of corporate leadership with the authenticity and warmth of small-town community care.
To honor her roots and give back to her hometown, Lizzie is offering an exclusive 10% discount on future stays to residents of the 13152 zip code—a heartfelt invitation to the Skaneateles community to come experience what she’s built in Tennessee.
Reset. Recharge. Reconnect.
Whether you're in transition, seeking space to reflect, or simply looking for a guided path to greater wellness, The Farm is more than a getaway—it’s a reset for the body, mind, and soul.
Lizzie Tucker
Owner, The Farm
(615) 398-844-8732
Rock Springs Rd, Castalian Springs, TN 37031