Coming 2028
Stay in the Heart—
and History—of Franklin
You didn’t come to Franklin to stay somewhere that could be anywhere.
Welcome to
the Ice House
SOME STAYS STAY WITH YOU
The Ice House Hotel is a new, independently owned boutique hotel taking shape inside a restored 130-year-old Franklin landmark. With just 31 rooms, you’ll be known by name—and Main Street is only steps away.
Settle into
Franklin
Stay • Savor • Restore • Gather
From morning coffee and fresh cinnamon bread at Hello Dixie’s to time at Kite & Key Spa & Apothecary—or cocktails shared with friends—The Ice House invites you to settle in, slow down and connect with the people and the place around you.
Here, you don’t simply stay in Franklin. You become part of its story—in a hotel that could only happen here.
built on 130 years of serving Franklin
Hospitality
A space has soul when it has a story to tell
Since 1898, these walls have served Franklin—as Depot Mills, the Franklin Ice Company and Dixie Poultry Processing.
Today, those industrious chapters are being preserved and celebrated throughout the property—in details both beautiful and unexpected. Stay somewhere you’ll remember long after you leave.
1898
Depot Mills
1913
Franklin Ice Co.
1953
Dixie Poultry
A landmark shaped by generations of industry.
Follow Along
Your stay starts here - watch the Ice House take shape
We believe where you stay should be part of where you go.
The Ice House is a truly independent hotel created by husband-and-wife team Troy and Donna VanLiere. We’re restoring a 130-year-old Franklin landmark to create the deeply personal stay we’ve always wanted to share—thoughtful rooms, intimate gathering places, local character, and, most importantly genuine Southern hospitality.
Follow the discoveries, decisions, setbacks, and milestones as this historic building becomes a 31-room hotel, neighborhood café, full-service spa, cocktail bar, and character-rich gathering place.
Follow the work from the beginning. Join the Guest List for behind-the-scenes restoration stories, early previews and first notice when reservations open.
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Launching Fall 2026
A Hotel that could only happen here
Historic Downtown Franklin, Tennessee • Steps from Main Street • Coming 2028