Insanely beautiful venue! There are pretty horses in the distant paddock. We played corn hole and…read moreoutdoor chess while my friends serenaded each other at their wedding. I will never forget this place- it is magical.

From the owner: The Venue The Barn at Lavender Hills wedding and event venue…read moreis nestled in 58 acres in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, 5 miles south of downtown Maryville, TN. Breathtaking mountain views with a brand new horse barn tastefully clad in white with wrap around veranda porches. The venue feautures ambient fireplaces, changing areas, restrooms with abundant AC/heat for any weather. The venue is continually evolving with lavender plots, outdoor golf driving range, vineyards, outdoor chimney, gazebos, ample parking, Tennessee wildflower fields, rolling hills, creeks, ponds, holiday events and many activities.

We visited Mountain Mist for my birthday to just unwind and relax. It was a perfect place to sit in…read morea rocking chair, put your feet up and read a good book or have some one on one time with your significant other. We rented a small cabin with a built in hot tub and fireplace. Perfect place for an intimate romantic dinner which they will cook on request and deliver to your room. We also chose to get a massage from their full service spa. Very good massage I can highly recommend it. The surrounding areas are a park like setting with lots of flowers and plants . The cabins are in the heavily treed woods and in the mornings we were awakened by the chatter of birds. It was so good to take in the views and sit on our back porch listening to them with their morning chirps and breathing in that fresh mountain air. If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy excellent dining, this is your place. There are also a couple outside cats on the property that like to visit while you are sitting on your porch swing or rocking chairs.

The cabin was cute, spacious and easy to get to. We were able to pull right up to the door for…read moreunloading our vehicle. The bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed in the cabin. We were able to get ice from the main inn. The desserts oh my they are delicious. Only two points, the description of the breakfast on the website made it seem as if there were several items served for breakfast each day when in fact, there's truly only one or two items as far as main dishes go. I went back and reread the website description and noticed the word "may" in the description for breakfast so not every item is served every day. If breakfast is half as delicious as the desserts, I'm sure it's awesome. The cabin had a very noticeable musty smell, which you would expect a little bit being a cabin in the wooded area, but you could tell that there had been some water damage to the cabin that was repaired. Cabin is a little dated and could use maybe a fresh coat of paint or so but again the comfort and level and location were perfect. Every staff member was friendly and helpful. And there's even four cats running around and allegedly a dog which we never saw. I would stay here again for sure. If you're here, do yourself a favor and book a treatment at the spa.

The Cardinals Nest wedding venue is the absolute best hands down. our daughter Kelsey got married…read moreon October 8, 2022 and Monica abd Stan were amazin. Monica told me on your daughters big day all I want you to do is spend time with her. Do not worry about decorations or vendors that's what I am here for. it was hard for me not to be in the middke of it all but the tim wi got to spend with my daughter and the spectacular event that they made it was worth the wait. Monica and Stan the Sutton/Plott families thank you so much for everything that you did. God bless you both @cardinalsnest

The Cardinal's Nest far exceeded any expectations we imagined. The grounds are beautuful and…read moreperfectly set up with the wedding and guests in mind. Monica and Stan thought of every single thing to ensure the wedding was flawless. Again and again I, the m-o-t-b, found myself impressed with yet another moment of a perfectly executed day of wedding plan. This was no doubt due to choosing Monica as the Day-Of Event Coordination instead of someone not familiar with the venue. Choosing Monica for this Cooridnator is really a must-do for anyone considering the Cardinal's Nest. Doing otherwise is really a disservie to yourself. Another particular note is the Access to Extensive Selection of Decor, for they have thought of everything to lighten your load and create the the absolute perfect venue. Thanks Monica and Stan for making our daughter's wedding "better than she ever could have imagined!!"

My husband's High School Reunion was held here. It is the perfect venue. There is ample parking,…read moreplenty of seating and super clean restrooms. The view over the pond with all the stars in the sky is amazing and so peaceful. There is even a stage for live music and a playground for the kiddos. The tour of the tiny house revealed a cozy hideaway for a quaint, quiet retreat. I highly recommend this venue for your next gathering and the tiny house for a cozy getaway!

We used the Farm at 159 for our Sunday School party. It was great. Everyone was able to park and…read morehad no problem walking into the covered picnic table area. There was room for our food and plenty of places to sit and eat. We even played bingo and had a great time. The owner made sure all the lights were working and the bathrooms were clean and accessible. It was so peaceful and really made a great impression. Many of our class members are telling family about the tiny house for when they come in from out of tow. Highly reccommend this place!

This was the best part of our trip. A 90-minute guided horseback trail ride. Easy to book and easy…read moreto find. Nicole was an amazing guide and she's doing a great job. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Experience the beauty of Country Manor Acres in Townsend, your perfect destination for…read moreunforgettable weddings, charming vacation lodging, and private guided horseback rides. Our picturesque venue offers everything from elegant ceremonies to farm-fresh adventures in a stunning mountain setting. Make your special occasion or getaway truly memorable with us!

Amazing place! We rented for a family reunion. The house was very clean and the kids loved all of…read morethe activities available right inside the home! The breathtaking views were out of this world! I would love to wake up to this every morning! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

If you're looking for a family vacation or reunion, wedding destination or a girls get away, this…read moreis the place! The 9 bedroom house easily accommodates 50 people! Each room has either 4 or 6 beds inside and most rooms have their own bathroom. Your view is phenomenal. You have your privacy and really don't need to leave the property because there is a chapel, indoor pool, game room, theater, karaoke and 2 outdoor hot tubs with amazing mountain views. There is BBQ grilling area and plenty of outdoor/picnic style seating.

Stayed here for a friend's wedding. The lodge sits atop a hill with stunning views of Gatlinburg…read moreMain Street and the Smokies. It's a two-story lodge with multiple rooms for couples featuring king-size beds and multiple bunk bed rooms for families and children, accommodating over 80 people. The view was breathtaking, and the dual-level outdoor decks were perfect for gatherings. Highly recommend for family reunions or large friend trips!

We stayed here with a group for our friends' wedding. Easily one of the most spectacular lodges…read morethat we've been in, and at the top of the hill overlooking Gatlinburg and the Smokys, it was spectacular inside and out. The outside balcony has nice seating areas and the interior is well decorated and feels like a very upscale lodge experience, especially when you are in there with friends.

Was not happy with the courtyard Marriott. Temp in room was hard to maintain as thermostat was…read moredisabled and only control on the ptac itself. They love to do the laundry at all hours of the night. Stay far from room 204 unless you want to hear the main laundry room during you whole stay. House keeping loves ro never refill all your towels one night it will be 2 another night 3 out of 6 night we got lucky with 4 only after we leave a huge note to leave 4 towels....

In my personal opinion this continues to be an amazing hotel. Very clean and modern rooms, good…read morelocation and friendly staff. The fire pits, lazy river and hot tubs are very relaxing.