Tough meat. Spent a couple hundred bucks on different cuts of meat and I was very surprised at how bad it was. Even the filet was chewy and tough. Ended up feed it to my dogs. I bought with the best intentions of supporting a local but this is not it. They're from California and it shows. read more

I reached out to the owner to inquire about bones for broth. We have a mutual friend who is on a liquid diet due to surgery. When I explained who the bones were for, he generously donated a very big box of high-quality bones to assist in our friend's recovery. The broth was the tastiest I've ever made-super velvety and rich. I've never shopped Walnut Hollow but I will be sure to make it a regular habit in the future. Very happy to know that this business and it's kind proprietor are in my community. read more

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The owner is rude and condescending. I inquired about the RV storage and park and asked about surrounding attractions and why we would want to stay up there rather than on the lake. He asked me if I had a cellphone and computer and if I knew how to use them... 'then go to my website' was his reply... it felt like we were imposing and wasting his time. Too bad, I was going to buy some of his overpriced meat... read more

We picked up our first order at Walnut Hollow Ranch last Friday and they are so efficient and organized. Everything was ready when I arrived and well packaged for the drive home. We've now tried the New York strip and ribeye steaks and both are excellent! The bacon is great too! I really appreciate the commitment to high-quality. I highly recommend them!!! read more

Very rarely do I rate a place this low. Charley is invasive and flirtatious. We stopped to purchase some quality beef while vacationing. While we were purchasing our steaks, ground beef and short ribs he continued to be much too friendly even commenting he would kiss me if my partner would not. I could not leave fast enough. The beef was quite expensive and we paid for more bone and gristle then meat. Buy something without the bone is our recommendation. We went in wanting to buy sirloin and Charley talked us out of them saying the T bone and Porterhouse were better cuts. They were heavy on the bone and nothing to write home about. Particularly considering how much they cost. read more

I've been traveling the country in my 34' fifth wheel trailer since the beginning of August using a couple different app's to locate RV sites. Walnut Hollow Ranch came into view and a quick look at the photo's and description had my attention. Charlie Kissling (owner) promptly responded and got me booked for a week's stay. I ran into some issues (one being Hurricane Michael) which delayed my arrival and Charlie quickly made adjustments to accommodate. He offered much appreciated advice on towing through the mountains and told me exactly where to bring my rig once I arrived. Access to the ranch was easy and I knew I had made the right choice as I came down the beautiful tree lined drive and gazed up into the mountains surrounding the ranch. Charlie was preparing to leave when I arrived but he stopped to introduce himself and welcome me before turning me over to his friendly and capable ranch help, Randy and Carol who helped me get my trailer into one of three spacious water/electric sites on the pad behind the pole building. My site had spectacular 360 views of the ranch, surrounding mountains and oh, the sunrises! I could not believe my luck - the campsite was beautiful, clean, and serene. I frequented the awesome hiking trails that Charlie maintains on the prthat climb up the mountain and run completely around the inside rim of the ranch. Besides being a good cardio workout, the views are even broader and more spectacular from those vantage points. After a couple days of hiking and nights spent star gazing and sleeping like a rock, I inquired about extending my stay another week to continue exploring the area and the ranch itself. Charlie was an excellent host providing tips to the campers on things to see in the night sky. He also provided education about humane and sustainable cattle ranching, land preservation efforts in the mountains, and much more. He provided suggestions for things to see and do in the area based on things I expressed interest in. Randy and Carol were so friendly and took great care of the campground (and put up with all my questions about towing a fifth wheel!!). All of them were available but never invasive. I will definitely come back to Walnut Hollow - it hit all of my requirements for a perfect RV camping experience and I have so much more to see and do in the area. Keep of the great work team Kissling! read more

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We had the private farm tour with Brian. It really exceeded expectations. Brian was an entertaining and informative tour guide. We enjoyed learning about the care they take to raise their high-quality cattle. The kids loved seeing the cattle eat, and they loved going through the squeeze chute and feeding the chickens. The farm is a lovely setting. I highly recommend this activity if you are in the area. read more

Walnut Hollow Ranch is a wonderful rural retreat in Hayesville, between Franklin and Murphy. It's conveniently located close to downtown Hayesville, John C. Campbell Folk School, High Mountain Meadows Farm and Creamery (with the best goat cheese around), Cranes Creek Vineyard, and Fires Creek for great fly fishing. The ranch offers serene and picturesque views amidst the rolling hills, blooming trees, and open fields where Angus cattle graze. Charlie Kissling, the ranch owner, runs a pristine humane cattle ranch where he sells some of the freshest and finest organic cuts of meat in the area, as well as local foods and artisan goods from the community. If you'd like a great education on ranching and artificial cattle breeding, or just want to mix and mingle at one of the annual bar-b-ques and stock up on the best meats in town, then you must book a tour or stay at the ranch. The ranch offers all of your accommodation needs, ranging from fully equipped RV storage, campIng areas, and two lovely and spacious lodging rooms with complete amenities and a full kitchen comparable to any hotel in the area. If Hayesville is calling you to experience the multiple outdoor activities it offers, the growing agricultural community, the local arts and music scene, or weekly farmer's markets, then Walnut Hollow Ranch is the only place in town to really enjoy your stay. read more

We stayed here in July 2019 for 3 nights and it was one of the nicest places we ever stayed with our 5th wheel. Picturesque setting, quiet and just a few sites. It is a livestock ranch with cattle, horses and a donkey. We saw deers and a ton of rabbits. Beautiful landscape and the nicest and cleanest farm which we ever saw. The store offers very good quality meat and even dog food, which we bought for our dog. There are two full hook up sites and I think three more with electricity and water. Lots of space to walk your dog and very quiet during nights. Thank you Charlie for letting us stay at your beautiful ranch! And Emma love your bones, thank you! read more

This farm is nestled in a picturesque setting. The owner takes great pride in his business and it shows. From the fields to the farm store the property is pristine. His products are worth every penny because what you get is real. A real farm, providing a real product. read more

We've started coming to this area regularly, and Walnut Hollow is the first place we contact to stay. Charlie is meticulous about keeping a clean and orderly place, and puts guest comfort as a top priority. In fact, Charlie makes the whole place everything that it is--he is what infuses it with personality and charm. Without his humor and relaxed nature, we would not keep coming back. Both rooms and beds are super comfortable. Staying on the property is quiet and serene. There is a quaint relaxing pond with chairs by it to take in nature. No tv reception, but we don't want that anyway. Very helpful that guests can use the kitchen and there is fridge space. We've had a farm tour, and that is worthwhile too. You learn a lot of helpful info about meat and (some of) what it takes to run a ranch like this. read more

My search for pastured, natural beef has ended. After meeting Charlie and discussing at length, answering all my questions, I purchased a half share. My family and dinner guests have all raved about the taste and quality of this premium meat. I will be a life long customer. read more

We've always gotten wonderful beef here. The price may be higher than the supermarket sales, but I like knowing I'm supporting a local producer and knowing where the meat comes from. Charlie, the owner, is always a delight to talk with and has given us great recommendations for local sights. We've had friends use the available rooms and the RV facilities. Everyone that's stayed there has been pleased with their experience and we've never had a complaint. read more

This review is regarding our RV camping experience in July 2014. You enter the ranch on about a 1/8th mile concrete driveway. (I found this was handy for walking our dog back and fourth.) There is a sign at the street identifying the place. Our 34 foot motorhome was parked on level concrete with 50 amp service, full hookups at $28 a night. A few other sites have 30 amp service but on gravel. Did not use laundry. Would have been nice to have a trash receptacle. We were the only campers and we stayed four nights. Good access to Hwy 64 and near downtown Hayesville. Nice country store with black Angus beef and other products for sale. Landscape is beautiful with pastoral views, rolling hills and livestock. Flocks of wild turkeys came by daily. Atmosphere at night is enchanting and quiet, heard crickets and such. Friendly staff. Not likely to return because we are from California but we found it a good place to park and visit our friends and surrounding area. read more