Our Story: A Journey Back to the Ridge

At UpperSouth Properties, our story isn't just about a business—it’s about a homecoming.

While we don’t call East Tennessee home just yet, our roots are buried deep in this soil. My wife grew up in the shadow of these mountains, with family ties that still stretch across the ridges and hollows surrounding Douglas Lake. For us, this isn't just a destination; it’s the place where our family’s history was written and where our future retirement waits.

We founded UpperSouth as a way to bridge the gap between where we are and where our hearts have always been.

The UpperSouth Vision:

Generational Roots: Along with local family, we depend on Casago because of their focus on local representation and employing community members with enduring ties, guaranteeing our properties are cared for with Southern pride.

Authentic Character: We look for the "real" Tennessee—the hand-hewn timbers, the quiet lake coves, and the stone-set hearths that define Appalachian life.

A Vision for the Future: Our dream is to grow this collection across the region we love, eventually retiring right here alongside our guests.

We invite you to step away from the noise and find your high ground with us. Come experience the Tennessee we know and love.

Welcome to the UpperSouth.