As residents of Tennessee, we know heritage and landscape are woven together and Cindy Garvey has become one of the region’s most trusted guides to Southern living. As founder of United Country Real Estate | Leiper’s Fork, she has built her career on more than selling homes and farms. Garvey helps families step into a lifestyle rooted in land, legacy, and community, shaping experiences that go far beyond property lines.
According to Garvey, “Selling in Leiper’s Fork is never just about property lines or square footage; it’s about capturing a way of life that’s deeply connected to the land, the community, and the slower, more intentional rhythm people come here seeking. When I work with clients, I’m not just matching them to a home or a farm; I’m helping them step into a lifestyle where mornings start with mist over the pastures, neighbors know your name, and evenings are spent around a fire under Tennessee stars. That perspective shapes everything I do.”
Garvey’s understanding of rural life is deeply personal. Raised on a farm in Southern Indiana, she grew up in a classic farmhouse surrounded by wide porches, a red barn, and the steady rhythm of chores. “I still remember the well out front with the heavy pump handle you had to work by hand. It’s those simple, grounding memories that shaped who I am today,” she said.
Today, Garvey and her husband enjoy 21 acres in Williamson County, complete with a creek, fishing pond, three miniature donkeys, chickens, two Australian Shepherds, and a blueberry patch her husband tends. “While I don’t raise cows and pigs anymore,” she said, “our farm now is home to three miniature donkeys, chickens, and our two Australian Shepherds. That upbringing instilled in me a love of the land, hard work, and a deep appreciation for rural living. I carry these values into everything I do in real estate.”
When Garvey founded United Country Real Estate | Leiper’s Fork in 2000, she wasn’t just building a company. She was shaping a legacy. “My vision was simple yet deeply personal: to create a real estate company that reflected the values of this community, authenticity, integrity, and a connection to the land,” she said. “I didn’t just want to sell homes and farms; I wanted to build a place where clients felt truly seen and understood, where we honored their stories and helped them discover the lifestyle that makes Williamson County so special.”
For Garvey, stewardship has been the guiding principle. “Stewardship of the relationships we build, stewardship of the trust clients place in us, and stewardship of the land and lifestyle that make this area unique,” she said. “Every agent who joins our team shares that same commitment to serving with heart, building lasting relationships, and ensuring that what we create together will stand the test of time.”
Garvey is well-known for her immersive property tours, often driving clients through rolling fields and winding trails on a Can-Am vehicle. To her, seeing a property isn’t enough. One must feel it.
“To truly understand a property, you have to experience it, to get on the land and feel it for yourself,” she said. “That’s why I love taking clients out on Can-Am tours. It allows them to see not just the big picture but the little details that make a property special, the way the land rolls, the sound of the creek, or even something as simple as a patch of wildflowers.” She added, “Those sensory experiences create a connection that goes far deeper than looking at photos or standing at the edge of a field. It helps people connect with the true soul of a place.”
Garvey’s personal farm is more than a residence. It’s a reflection of the Southern lifestyle she helps others discover. “Our farm is more than a house on land; it’s a way of life,” she said. “The donkeys, the blueberry patch, and even the daily rhythm of caring for the land all give it a soul that can’t be captured in square footage alone. Buyers sense that I don’t just sell this lifestyle, I live it.” That authenticity resonates with her clients. By blending personal experience with professional expertise, Garvey guides families to homes rich with character and heart.
Her work extends past listings and closings. Through her blog, Garvey shares reflections on rural living, homesteading, and shifts in the Middle Tennessee market. “Folks are moving here to the rural areas to get away from ‘city life,’” she said. “Many of my clients are seeking more than just a home; they’re seeking a lifestyle.”
Garvey also leads United Country’s Private Brokerage service, designed for clients seeking discretion and exclusivity. “Discretion is at the heart of our Private Brokerage service,” she said. “It reflects the same values that guide all of my work: trust, integrity, and a neighborly approach. Even in the most exclusive transactions, relationships matter most, and my goal is always to provide a personal, private, and seamless experience.”
Over her 35-year career, Garvey has seen countless families find more than property. They’ve found a way of life. One family from Chicago remains close to her heart. “They were looking for land where they could build two homes so their children’s children could grow up on the same property,” she said. “I didn’t just help them find the land; I connected them with trusted builders, fence installers, local veterinarians, and even recommended where to get chickens. It’s about assisting people to step fully into Southern living, not just handing over the keys.”
For Garvey, each client story is part of a greater tapestry that makes Leiper’s Fork unique. It’s not simply real estate. It’s about ensuring the next generation inherits a community where neighbors wave, land is cherished, and evenings are spent under Tennessee stars.
In her words and work, Garvey embodies what she sells: the soul of the South. Because in Leiper’s Fork, a farm is never just a farm. It’s a way of life.
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