Rockvale Writers’ Colony, 6994 Giles Hill Rd., College Grove, TN 37046 (615) 368-2289. Located on 317 acres of rolling farmland; facilities include swimming pool, whirlpool spa, tennis court, hiking trails. Residencies of one to four weeks, open to writers of any genre aged 21 and up. Shared weekly dinner; all other food must be provided and prepared by residents. Fees charged. (literary arts)