Almost don't want to leave a review and keep this place a secret!…read more The view is breathtaking and the wine is exceptional. The people are kind and welcoming, you feel like your in 5 star resort ! The cheese board was delicious and the wine tasting is a must. I found our new spot in the mountains !

What an awesome mountain side vibe of Tuscany at this winery with good wines, payable wine testing…read moreand extra delicious fire roasted pizzas. Music on the weekends and if lucky a beautiful sunset.

Such an amazing place to visit with spectacular views and delicious ciders. Getting here is an…read moreadventure and you will feel as if you are driving through a random neighborhood along a gravel road, which you are, but as soon as you reach the parking lot and take a look out of your window you will see the most beautiful view. There is ample parking. Walking to the building is just a short few feet, and the building looks deceiving. Once you reach the front porch area you will have a better appreciation for this place. There's a building with a porch overhang that has lots of rocking chairs facing the mountain views, then there's poly furniture (one with an umbrella), picnic tables, a covered porch area, an indoor area, and outdoor patio area. The covered outdoor patio has protective sides for bad weather if needed, as well as 3 TVs. This place is absolutely gorgeous. Tons of seating options. They had shaded areas to help you stay cool and comfortable. They do have large heaters and fire pits which would be fantastic for a fall visit and I can only imagine the colorful views at that time of year. There are several options on tap of their coders. You can get a full pour or a flight. The flight was great so that we could try them all. They were tasty. The blood orange was our favorite! They also carry local beers, as well as a case of nonalcoholic beverages. There is a food truck with crab choices that is available for purchase (crab melt, crab pretzel, etc). The prices weren't bad at all. We didn't order anything so can't comment on the quality. They also have chips and suck inside the tap house, as well as shorts and some small merch for sale. The staff is absolutely fantastic and they are very knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. You can tell that not only their talent is thrown into this place, but also their whole heart. They have intentionally made this place a great place to be and they make sure that everyone feels welcomed. Not sure if you can bring in outside food or not. I did see some people with bags that had kids. Call and ask as this would be a terrific gathering place to meet people or a great place to perch with a book or a podcast/music in your ears. You could even work up on this little nature oasis. It would be a super cool place to have a party, shower, or even a wedding if it was a small one. Such a vibe here.

So if the review was on the view, alone, it is a 5-star venue. What a view! I came because my wife…read morewanted to come (not a big cider fan) so I was going to get a beer. I am not from East Tennessee so when I want an IPA it needs to have some hops and bite. They told me their IPAs were "entry level" and I would say that Michelob Ultra might beat it on flavor. I ended up getting the Blood Orange and it wasn't overly sweet, so I liked it. The service there was outstanding. I really liked my time. I wish they had better beers.

I have only GREAT things to say about Frugal Gourmet Catering!! Aleta and her team catered my…read moredaughters wedding this past weekend at Sugar Hollow Retreat. From the initial tasting, everything in between , to the actual reception was "OVER the TOP"!!! All the guest raved about all of the food. Aleta was great, Val, Laural and girls were great! The Food was Amazing!!. I am so very thankful and humbled at the preparation, thought and care that they put fourth in their services, the food, the dessert table, the wedding cake to the table settings. I highly recommend Frugal Gourmet !!!

We booked frugal gourmet for my second wedding after a strong recommendation from Kim and Ray at…read morethe Barn at Cornerstone and were blown away by the quality of the food and service. Everything about the entire process from the tasting, to yes even the payment as well as the actual events themselves were spectacular and exceeded expectations. We had a lot of last minute changes due to inclement weather and Aleta and her team did not hesitate to accommodate everything. They all went above and beyond to ensure that our satisfaction and happiness. We are extremely pleased in our decision in choosing them for our special day. A big thank you goes out to Aleta and team, from the bottom of our hearts!!!

Great and beautiful place for weddings..venues , parties, great food and owners are wonderful…read morepeople they plan a lot of fun events.. the place has so much room for breathtaking wedding or events like company dinners, prom and dances we work with the best vendors toake dreams come true .... They also have teen night with professional DJ and dancer kids had a blast .. Downstairs bar speak easy has bands and DJ playing for events we had so much fun going to new years event..

Paula and Bethany are absolutely sent from heaven! From the moment my husband and I met Paula and…read moresaw her beautiful venue, we knew it was THE one! Paula has such a sweet and welcoming spirit about her that immediately put us at ease. She showed us around the venue and ensured us that her and her team were there to make. it. happen! And they ABSOLUTELY DID! In truth, they were the one element of my wedding that was completely stress-free. There really isn't much more you could ask from your wedding venue. In typical form, it absolutely poured on our wedding day. Moving the ceremony inside made next to no difference because of the natural beauty of everything. It seamlessly incorporated the look of an outdoor ceremony with the convenience and comfort of an indoor ceremony. Our coordinator Bethany flawlessly navigated the last minute overnighted umbrellas ordered. They ended up being held at the local post office due to their weight. I found out late the night before our wedding and hurriedly texted her. True to form, she provided an immediate solution and had Paula's husband at the post office first thing the morning of the wedding to have them picked up. They just could not have been more willing or accommodating to what the event needed. Paula and Bethany truly were the backbone to our wedding! We cannot thank them enough for everything they did for us. We are so grateful!

I can't say enough great things about The Barn on New River. I have been there dozens of times to…read moreofficiate weddings. Every time, it is perfect; the decorations, the flowers, the esthetics, the cleanliness, the charm. While the outdoor wedding space, the outdoor patios, the additional buildings, the rooms for bride and groom preparation, and in the event of less than perfect weather, inside the beautiful barn is the perfect place for an indoor wedding too. You will not be disappointed.

Stunning bed-and-breakfast located in the mountains with breathtaking views in every direction!…read more The owners are friendly and the accommodations are extremely comfortable, we felt very welcome. Highly recommend this bed-and-breakfast if you're looking for a getaway in the mountains with a quiet, serene atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!

We rented a house in Eagles Nest at Banner Elk July 3-7. We had two daughters, their husbands and…read moreour two grandsons there with us. I reached out to Iona several months before to be our personal chef on July 5th. This was Beverly and my wedding day. We have been together for 10 years and chose this family vacation for our wedding. One of our son-in-laws performed the ceremony and our 5 year old grandson was the ring bearer at our house in Banner Elk. Iona prepared appetizers and our dinner. Everything was FANTASTIC ! I would certainly recommend her for personal cheffing services. She enjoys what she does and you can certainly tell. Mike Musselwhite

We were looking for a quiet, non chain type hotel/motel to stay at. We found the Highlander Motel…read more Loved it. Good price, quiet and just where we needed to be for the night. If you're in the area and need a good night's sleep, stay here.

This is a great place to stay while in West Jefferson! I've been coming here for years. The rooms…read moreare newly remodeled. They have a deck and a place to sit outside the rooms. Price is reasonable. Staff is very friendly! This place is also conveniently located to shops and restaurants!