East Tennessee recently lost one of its most recognizable natives, Dolly Parton. While she was known primarily for her career in Nashville, she was born in Sevier County near Sevierville. We have previously explored hauntings in Nashville, but today, we are taking it back to Sevier County and the historic Wheatland Plantation.
Wheatland Plantation is considered by some to be one of Tennessee’s most haunted historic sites. The property has a very dark history involving violent conflicts and deaths, with reports claiming more than 70 people died on or near its grounds.
Wheatland Plantation was built in 1791 by Revolutionary War veteran Timothy Chandler. Located off Boyds Creek Highway, the property sits over a large natural geode. The land has witnessed conflict throughout its history, including events associated with the Revolutionary and Civil wars.
The property also reportedly contains a mass grave where nearly 30 Cherokee people were buried following the Battle of Boyds Creek. Other burial sites on or near the property are said to contain the remains of enslaved people.
The property’s violent history continued into the 20th century. In 1942, Tim Chandler reportedly fired a gun into the home from outside. His son then retaliated, bludgeoning Chandler to death inside the home’s living room.
With so much death associated with the property, stories of paranormal activity have become part of Wheatland’s reputation.
Visitors and paranormal investigators have reported seeing mysterious figures, sensing unusual energy and discovering what appears to be bloodstains inside the house. Some visitors have reported seeing what they believe are bloody handprints and footprints, particularly in the living room where Chandler was reportedly killed.
According to stories surrounding the property, attempts have been made to clean the stains, but they allegedly continue to reappear.
Visitors have also claimed to see members of the Chandler family out of the corners of their eyes and hear faint footsteps while inside the house. Others have reported seeing figures around the property dressed in what appear to be military uniforms, which some believe are connected to conflicts that occurred in the area.
Paranormal investigators have also visited the property in hopes of documenting unusual activity. Some have described experiencing an oppressive feeling or energy around the property, which they attribute to its violent history.
Regardless of whether the stories of paranormal activity are true, the history associated with the land includes accounts of significant violence and loss of life.
If you had the chance, would you visit Wheatland Plantation to find out whether its supposed hauntings are real?
