This place has such an amazing and friendly feel! I love the "yellows" which are the yellow houses…read morealong the hills with great views of the crystal blue waters of Norris Lake. Driving tere is like a fairy tale with the rolling hills and wildlife. Several are rentable and Norris Lake Retreat is our favorite with 5 BR and 4 BA! There is a beautiful golf course and marina with a fun restaurant and bar! Definitely check this place out.

We rented a house on 158 Deer Pond Circle for a family reunion and a birthday, close to Lake Norris…read morebut not on it. The house was large enough to accommodate 6 adults and 3 children. Plenty of TVs, a screened porch on the second floor was very nice to hang out during the morning. There was a grill outside, a pool table and games on the bottom level, even corn hole. We also ended up renting a boat at Lake Norris for Friday and Saturday and went out tubing, swimming and lounging around in the water, which was great fun. The resort also had a golf club but we could not find any tee times. At the entrance to the resort is a small Winery, which we did not have time to visit but looked nice. A posted sign said they have live music on Saturdays. It was a relaxing getaway. Please note: getting to this resort can be a little hairy, and will take a little patience as it is probably the last leg of your trip: a very windy and hilly 12 mile stretch of road took about 25 minutes during the daylight upon embarking from the town of La Follette.

We booked a stay at the end of March and unbelievably we were told we were the first hotel guests…read moreof the year. They also mentioned we were the only guests that night and as a horror movie fan- it made me a little uneasy. The hotel staff called us a couple of times to verify our arrival time to make sure they had our room ready and security would be there to let us in (we felt oh so important). We started up the mountain and after a little way up we stopped to check in with security, a super nice guy who just had us fill out our paperwork and let us know our room would be open for us. We continued up the mountain but stopped frequently to take in the amazing views the altitude allowed. There are lots of spots to stop and sit or stand in awe of the beauty surrounding you. The Sasquatch cut out hidden in the woods was a bonus too! The room was just as amazing as the view. It felt like a little home and the bed was delightfully cozy. Our fridge had some beverages in it to enjoy during our stay as well which I really appreciated! The soaking tub was magnificent and the balcony is magical. We spent the majority of our time sitting on the balcony with some wine and enjoying the most amazing view of the valley below, it was our favorite part of the trip. The only downside was that the restaurant wasn't open during the year we went and there wasn't anything real close by to grab a quick bite. Ultimately we decided we enjoyed the room so much we didn't want to leave to find something to eat and just enjoyed the snacks we brought with us. All in all this place is amazing. I couldn't believe we were the first visitors because the view from this mountain is incredible. I hope they get their restaurant back up and running because I would love to return.

We spent our anniversary at BlackBerry Farm and had the most wonderful time. Farm to table dishes…read morefor all three meals is something I could get used to. The beautiful fresh produce complimented the expertly cooked and seasoned proteins. There wasn't a single thing we ate that we didn't enjoy. In between meals, we made sure to stay active to earn our appetite. The property offers access to great trails in the Smokies which we took advantage of as well as a lovely outdoor pool with a view. The room itself was pleasant as well. It was hard to leave the luxurious king bed every morning. The heated floors in the bathroom and the comfy sitting area made our Holly Springs cottage suite the perfect home base. We were also assigned our own golf cart to get around the property (although we chose to walk mostly to take in the views). Service was top notch and the staff were wonderful. Every evening they surprised us with a little treat for our anniversary which was very thoughtful. We couldn't have asked for a better stay!

We have talking about BlackBerry Farms for years and that we needed to go. We knew it was…read moreexpensive, but the recounting of our friends kept drawing our interest back in. We decided to take the plunge and we are so happy we did. It's a 3 night minimum and frankly a great idea to take it all in. We enjoyed the following activities ; Fly Fishing, wine tasting , the spa , a farm tour , & tomato tasting. All were spectacular and unique to themselves. The culinary experience is nothing short of a Michelin experience for dinner. The price is all inclusive , sans your alcohol. The service is world class and the staff makes you feel so welcome. Whether it's a special occasion or a bucket list item , I would say it's a must in your lifetime !! Side note- We thought this would be a one and done. However, the level of experience and ability to unplug was extremely therapeutic. Hope you enjoy the review by LIKING it and sharing feedback :).

This place is 1 in a million. Absolutely amazing owners ans staff. The property is stunning. For a…read moreday ir a week, this heavenly spot will rejuvenate you mind and soul. I was given the opportunity to visit here thanks To some great friends. If your looking to get married anytime soon, this is your spot. Right on the river. The amount of hummingbirds on property will melt your heart. I can on all day talking about this property. Chexk it out if you need a break from reality! You will not regret it

This beautiful and peaceful property offers so much from a person needing to get away, to a…read moreromantic couple retreat, groups, family events, etc. The restaurant served a wonderful dinner, but unfortunately/fortunately; breakfast was missed! Due to being able to sleep in! Whether you like basketball, tennis, frisbee, golf, volleyball, sitting around the fire pit, picnicking, canoeing/kayaking/paddle boarding, or just feeding some horses; you can do so much here! Next time I come here, I want it to be for a big family gathering for a weekend. This would be an ideal location!!

Want to see a Moonbow? Of course you do, even if you have no idea what it is! For about five…read morenights, if conditions are right, you can see one here regularly. You need 1) a waterfall that generates a lot of mist 2) dark surroundings 3) full moon (2 days before and two days after) 4) fir the full moon to be a 42 degree angle over said waterfall. This is the only place in the Western Hemisphere that meets these conditions monthly, and you will see lots of other Moonbow chasers during that period. The park is stunning anyway, with dramatic boulders and loads of gorgeous hiking. Not to mention, the area borders on the Daniel Boone National Forest, so there are arches and vistas all around. Currently, DuPont Lodge is closed for renovation within the park, however the Woodland Cottages (where I stayed), cabins, and campgrounds are good to go!

If you're within a couple hours driving distance of Cumberland Falls, make sure to take the trip!…read moreThe falls are gorgeous, especially after a period of rain. Make sure to bring your hiking gear as there are several nice trails in the area. At the falls, there is a visitor center, gift shop, and snack shack.

Stopped in for dinner. We were seated immediately. Amanda took our drink orders right away. I then…read moreordered the smoked brisket sandwich. It was really good. The fries were great too. I recommend the Shanghai Peach beer. Very well done. All in all great stop.

This is one of the most full-service marinas on the lake. The store is well stocked and we've had…read moregood experiences renting jet skis. Unfortunately, the restaurant is a bit of a letdown. I've been many times so this isn't a one- off experience. Staff is typically very young and untrained. If it's crazy busy I'm patient, but if there are only one or two other tables and the staff is just standing around talking and provide terrible service, it's frustrating. Recently stopped in and stood by the hostess stand for 10 mins without any acknowledgment. They weren't that busy, but the hostess was cleaning tables, so we didn't mind waiting. When she came over no greeting or anything. We asked for a table and she just handed us a buzzer without saying a word. If there's a wait, good grief please just communicate that. I asked how long the wait was as she was walking away and she says "45 mins"... crazy she expected us to wait without telling us how long it would be. I honestly think this place would do much better if it was self-service. The food is OK but the cod sandwich did have visible parasites last time I ordered it.

WYNDHAM WARNING!!! This company operates on pressure and deceit during their sales presentations…read more Club Wyndham resorts quality is ever declining, while costs only rise- and availability is nearly impossible. Worst of all, the resort we signed up for is closing due to bankruptcy, yet Wyndham still refuses to cancel our contract. Good luck trying to contact this company. Our letters go ignored, and phone calls yield no progress and we are constantly given the runaround. Paulina, Maria, and Tamarah have been no help when we have spoken to them- only excuses and empty promises that lead to no resolution. Buyers beware: They are quick to lie to you to take your money, but they will ignore you and hold you to a contract even when the property itself is defunct.

What an AMAZING experience. Once we arrived at the resort, we realized it was more of a retirement…read moreresort but I would not change anything. The directions were very clear and it was one of the biggest resorts I have ever stayed on. There were sooo many things to do along with every store you can think of within a 5 mile radius. It rained a lot while we were there so we didn't get to actually go out on all of the beaches however we did drive around the entire resort and look at all of them so we will have to visit them next time we come back. We did drive around to all the pools and looked at all the units and everything was really nice. The staff was extremely welcoming and everyone showed us a wonderful time. We went and visited all the wineries around the town and the grocery store was really cool by having everything freshly made in the store. There was nothing you couldn't find in that store that they didn't make there. we went to the recreation center on the resort and that was really nice. We went to the pool every day. They also had meals and tennis and golf and basketball so there was a lot to do in there. So many other things amongst the resort that we didn't get to visit, but we will definitely be going back again. As far as the unit we stayed in, everything was extremely clean and was very spacious. I love that it had a deck off of the living room, as well as one off of the master bedroom. There were two very nice size bathrooms, and two very nice size bedrooms, so there was plenty of space. I also loved the fact that it had a full kitchen so we didn't have to eat every day. Such a great experience.

Been going to Norris for years and Twin Cove Marina is the best stop yet! Minutes off I-75, plenty…read moreof condo's and boats for rent. Full service bar and restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating for large groups. Live music on the weekends in season. Great spot to sit on the dock after a full day on the water, have dinner and drinks and listen to live music. We rented a double decker party pontoon from Twin Cove which was perfect for our group of 12 people. One of the owners, Brad Bardo, and staff made sure we had everything we needed and couldn't have been more helpful. I highly recommend you look into renting your condo/boat from Twin Cove if you are planning a trip to Norris.

We rent a double-decker pontoon with a slide every summer, so we were really disappointed with our…read moreexperience at Twin Cove this year. The water hose for the slide was broken, which was especially disappointing for the kids since the slide is the main reason we choose this particular type of pontoon. On top of that, the front of the boat was taking on water throughout our trip. When we returned the boat, we mentioned both issues to the guy at the desk. Unfortunately, he simply said he was sorry and brushed us off. We expected a little more concern or acknowledgment, especially given the issues we experienced. We've rented from Twin Cove in the past, but after this experience, we won't be going back. There are plenty of other marinas on Norris Lake to try, and we'll be taking our business elsewhere next summer.

Beautiful place! We went to the restaurant. Lisa was amazing…read moreas well as the service! The food was delicious and the manager greeted each table. The restaurant was very clean and organized.

Excellent special occasion with farm to table dishes that are excellent. Beautiful spot.read more

I can't rave enough about On Board Watersports! Ben makes my birthday trip to Norris Lake fun, safe…read moreand memorable each year! Not only does he help my friends who have never surfed before, but he helps me get better, lets us DJ, keeps us safe and makes sure we all have a fun and successful day on the lake! Riley and Liz are the best too! Highly recommend On Board Watersports! Thank you Ben!

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