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Located in one of Nashville’s most coveted neighborhoods, Ellendale is a home that embodies a curated blend of classic elegance and personal storytelling in Belle Meade. Named after the very street it graces, this residence is far more than just an address. It’s a carefully curated sanctuary that reveals the unique tastes and evolving aesthetic of its owners.
“Details give you the ability to add small touches that display thoughtfulness and uniqueness to your home”
The homeowners have poured over six years of loving renovation into Ellendale. Collaborating with talented designers and friends, they have woven together a cohesive narrative that combines cherished memory pieces with both contemporary and meaningful elements. The result? A home that feels distinctly theirs.
“I think working alongside a team of people and professionals to collaborate on how best to showcase the home has made the biggest difference. Having beautiful and unique pieces is one thing, but finding ways to really highlight them appropriately, tastefully, and strategically, really make the home. While this house has always had great bones and a great layout, we gave it a pretty major facelift,” says homeowner Ben Scott.
Many have had the unique experience of watching this dream home unveil from behind the scenes on Instagram. Ellendale’s Instagram account (@lifeonellendale) began as a simple way to document the home’s transformation and everyday life. It has grown into a vibrant place for admirers both local and beyond Nashville, sharing inspiration, home ideas, travel, and more.
One of the standout spaces in the home is the library, a room that underwent a stunning transformation thanks to expert woodwork and vintage millwork details. This room, rich with history and personal significance, showcases how meaningful details bring warmth and character to the entire house
“It has quickly become one of our favorite rooms in the house. Throughout each space, there’s a meaningful detail or a treasured piece with a story behind it, and that sense of history and connection is what truly makes the house feel like home,” Scott says. “Details give you the ability to add small touches that display thoughtfulness and uniqueness to your home.”
In a city that treasures heritage and fresh creativity, Ellendale stands out when it comes to the power of thoughtful design, meaningful details, and a home that truly tells a story.