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​Duck Pond Manor

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In CookevilleMake yourself at home in one of the 98 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.Located in Cookeville, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cookeville, TN is a 5-minute drive from Dogwood Park and 5 minutes from Cookeville History Museum.  This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cookeville Performing Arts Center and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Cookeville Depot Museum.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Dogwood Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi  Cookeville History Museum - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi  Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi  Cookeville Depot Museum - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi  Tennessee Tech University - 4.9 km / 3.1 mi  Cane Creek Park - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi  Golden Eagle Golf Club - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi  Window Cliffs State Natural Area - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi  Burgess Falls State Park - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi  Cummins Falls State Park - 22.9 km / 14.2 mi  Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital - 24.7 km / 15.4 mi  Center Hill Lake - 26.3 km / 16.3 mi  Sparta Golf and Country Club - 30.7 km / 19.1 mi  Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area - 30.8 km / 19.1 mi  Edgar Evins State Park - 35.5 km / 22.1 mi  The preferred airport for Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cookeville, TN is Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 115.3 km / 71.6 mi Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary breakfast is included on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cookeville, TN

On the StripMake yourself at home in one of the 91 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. 55-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Cookeville, Candlewood Suites Cookeville, an IHG Hotel is on the Strip, within a 10-minute drive of Cookeville Performing Arts Center and Dogwood Park.  This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cookeville History Museum and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Cookeville Depot Museum.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Dogwood Park - 4 km / 2.5 mi  Cookeville History Museum - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi  Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi  Cookeville Depot Museum - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi  Tennessee Tech University - 5 km / 3.1 mi  Cane Creek Park - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi  Golden Eagle Golf Club - 10.3 km / 6.4 mi  Window Cliffs State Natural Area - 14.4 km / 8.9 mi  Burgess Falls State Park - 15.4 km / 9.6 mi  Center Hill Lake - 21.1 km / 13.1 mi  Cummins Falls State Park - 22.9 km / 14.2 mi  Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital - 24.8 km / 15.4 mi  Sparta Golf and Country Club - 30.8 km / 19.1 mi  Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area - 30.8 km / 19.1 mi  Edgar Evins State Park - 35.6 km / 22.1 mi  The preferred airport for Candlewood Suites Cookeville, an IHG Hotel is Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 115.3 km / 71.7 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Candlewood Suites Cookeville, an IHG Hotel.

Candlewood Suites Cookeville

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Ashley is Candace’s older sister.  She is a registered nurse by day, but Candace and Ashley both share a love for crafting in their spare time!

Ashley Groves

Donna is Candace’s best friend from college.  They were both music education majors at Tennessee Tech University, but they’ve both had a complete change of career!  Donna is a registered nurse, and Candace is a school psychologist.  

Donna Buttrum

Kristen is Candace’s only niece.  She will be 17 years old and a senior in high school at wedding time.

Kristen Groves

Cathy is Candace’s best friend from her later college years when they were both psychology majors at Tennessee Tech University.  Prior to moving to Huntsville in September 2019, Candace worked with Cathy in Pikeville, TN where they were both school psychologists.

Cathy Henry

Paul is Allen’s best friend from college.  

Paul Sierpinski

Jeff Hash

Steven Stewart

Cameron is Candace’s only nephew.  Allen and Cameron enjoy chatting about all things “space.”

Cameron Groves

Evie is the younger daughter of Cathy (bridesmaid).  She will be 3 1/2 years old at wedding time.  

Evie Henry

James is Paul Sierpinski’s son.  He will have just turned 4 years old at wedding time.  

Candace & Allen

Candace & Allen

Registry

We’re also registered at Target! Thank you so much!!