We held a business dinner for about 50 people that included a 3-course dinner along with open bar…read moreand excellent pre-meal appetizers. The event space was set beautifully, the food was excellent, the servers were efficient, pleasant and non-intrusive. It was a perfect evening. Rainia worked with us to plan the event, was very flexible right up to the last minute and made it easy and pleasant throughout. Highly recommended.

We had my Mom and Dad's 50th anniversary party here. We couldn't have asked for a better experience…read moreas well as service. We worked with Taylor and she did an excellent job from start to finish. We had close to 150 guests on a Sunday afternoon. Parking was not a problem now that the parking lot across the street was finished. The menu that Taylor suggested was perfect. We had desserts and fruit along with cheeses etc. the carrot cake was to die for. Plenty of seating and very accessible even for all guests. This worked well for our family since some of my siblings are out of town. The only thing we brought with us were flowers for the tables. No clean up! We were able to stream music of our choice on their equipment. The venue was clean and was decorated great! My wife and myself have attended many weddings both in town and out of town at some very special places. I can tell you this space was among the best. Great job, and my parents will remember this day forever. Thank you!

Stopped by with my family for a wonderful time. We were gathering for a family reunion of types and…read moresomeone suggested that we all get together at MountainRose. It was an exceptionally brilliant idea. The place has a phenomenal staff (especially Opie). They were welcoming, personable and knowledgeable. They had a deep experience with wines that helped guide the experienced wine drinkers and an empathetic approach to those (aka, me) who were clueless. I (ahm, the inexperienced) were never intimidated or given the snob treatment. However, my brother who knows his way around a bottle or two (or at least actively tries to fake it) was given the appropriate insights to what he was drinking. Across the ten of us, we tried multiple different wines and they were all well liked. Many made their way home as people had to take some bottles home. You can tell that I'm an amateur because the whole "flight of wines" thing was new to me. It was brilliant to sample many different varieties in what I would call shooters to the great disappointment of my brother. Yeah, I told you he acted like he knew what he was doing. They also gave us a brief tour of the beautiful grounds as well as a look "behind the scenes". I would really recommend visiting in the fall and maybe seeing things in action. The drive is a bit "way back there", but I highly encourage you to take the trip. It's definitely worth it.

Loved the wine and atmosphere! Born and raised just down the road and had no idea they were even…read morethere until I saw the wine in the grocery store. Great tasting experience and the lady that was there was super sweet and helpful! Pretty place!

We hosted a baby shower at The Red Porch. Everything turned out great and Denise was a pleasure to…read morework with. Will definitely keep this venue in mind for future events.

The Red Porch is a great venue! We had our employee family Christmas party there this past…read moreDecember and everyone loved it! It was beautifully decorated, the place is like new, clean and roomy. The sitting area up front is great for quieter conversations, the kitchen has what you need, the tables, chairs, linens are perfect for a medium size party or wedding or banquet. It's easy to get to and because everyone liked it so much, we are renting it again for our next summer party and next Christmas party! And the owner is very communicative and a delight to work with!

The staff was very nice and knowledgeable. The wine and cheese was very tasty. The grounds are…read morebeautiful. There was of course grapes growing on property, but surprisingly there were apples and Christmas trees growing on property also.

Amazing location!! You don't need a Porsche to be welcomed here. We had one of the red wines it was…read morevery reasonably priced and very good. The service was excellent they were very helpful with questions they have a good selection of pimento cheeses and crackers and charcuterie boards. They also had a food truck and have really good live music. Plus in the winter time and they have a choosing cut tree farm here. I also have a very large covered area as well as a fully enclosed room which came in handy today because the mountains are finally getting some rain after about 7 weeks of drought. Will definitely come here again when in the area and most likely will come up here to get a tree this Christmas.

New owner Lindsay Lane is so kind and sweet. Love that we got to meet her…read more Walked in to this huge bar with a food truck and large patio area perfect for families and pets. Play the giant Connect Four game; sit at a table (there are many to choose from); enjoy the vibe and chatter. I got the privilege of having the first pour from a new keg. How fun!

Awesome space! High Voltage has a very cool vibe, and is very well run by some awesome people…read more They're very accommodating and genuinely care about your experience at their place.

We honestly cannot say enough good things about The Barn at Cornerstone and more importantly the…read moreowners Ray and Kim. We booked this venue for our October wedding and we had the most magical, memorable, life changing experience. Kim and Ray really take this wedding hosting thing to a whole new level. Their expertise, professionalism, and involvement in every detail is unmatched. And all paired with such a calm, cool attitude which could soothe the most explosive of volcanoes. Never have I seen such genuine care, and effort taken to ensure the happiness of the couples and their families who have chosen to celebrate their special days with them. The property is absolutely breathtaking. Having everyone stay onsite made for a really special time opportunity to bring our families together. Ray and Kim really do provide a beautiful setting and experience. One which encouraged strangers to become friends and friends to become family. As previously mentioned we cannot say enough good things about this venue, the people and the good vibes that were felt all around. Ray and Kim - welcome to our family!!

We had an outdoor wedding with 100 guests planned for my daughter May 12, 2017 in Boone, NC. As…read morethe forecast grew more and more grim for that day, we had to make the decision to change venues three days before the wedding. I came across The Barn at Cornerstone and contacted Kim immediately. I was stressed and in full panic mode but as soon as I talked to her she began putting me at ease. She explained that although the Barn was not quite completed she would do anything in her power to help make this work. The day I visited her, the barn had no electricity. We talked through it and decided to rent a generator. The barn was still in progress but was already beautiful and rustic and I could envision something truly special there. Kim and her husband, Ray, worked tirelessly and two days later when we arrived to decorate and rehearse, the Barn not only had electricity but beautiful chandeliers were hung. We had a wonderful rehearsal dinner outdoors at the lodge that evening. The setting was gorgeous and the grounds were lovely. Ray continued working on the barn up until the afternoon of the wedding and Kim attended to every detail and also coordinated with my caterer. She took so much work and worry off my hands and allowed me to enjoy every moment. We ended up having the most beautiful, intimate wedding that evening. Rain fell heavy on the roof of the barn as they took their vows. It was absolutely magical. I know that once the barn is complete it will be one of the best venues around. There are beautiful venues everywhere but you will be hard pressed to find people like Kim and Ray. I cannot express my gratitude enough.

A business colleague and I returned to the Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City, Tennessee after a late…read moremeeting in town, expecting to arrive about 15 minutes before the kitchen closed following a 30 minute drive. Wanting to be considerate of the staff, I called ahead to see if we could place an order in advance without causing them to stay open longer than necessary. Alecia, the restaurant manager, handled the call with both professionalism and thoughtful attention. After asking about our expected arrival time, she explained that she would time the preparation of the order so the food would be served hot and at its best quality when we arrived. She also informed us that Zack in the bar would assist us since the bar remained open later. Her approach reflected a clear commitment to both customer service and the integrity of their dining experience. Upon arrival, everything was exactly as described. Alecia ensured our order was ready and confirmed that Zack would take care of us going forward. Both Alecia and Zack were courteous, attentive, and genuinely friendly throughout the interaction. Their efforts stood out in a time when exceptional service can feel uncommon. I would confidently recommend The Carnegie Hotel and Wellington's to others based on the level of care and professionalism demonstrated by their staff.

Food and service were impeccable. Filet was cooked to perfection. Had a great flavor. Sides were…read moredivine. Dessert was scrumptious. Environment was warm and cozy.

This place was conveniently located; easily accessible from the highway, good businesses nearby,…read morebut relatively quiet at the bottom of a hill. I got a thorough welcome. The drains in the room were quite poor; I suspect in suites the issue may be that there is a mini-kitchen but no sink to wash a dish in. Regardless, something they need to work on. There is a small outdoor seating area and indoor pool. The breakfast was modest in scope but had some quality items and oat milk for those in need. The wifi was quite snappy. I was a tad aggravated with the bathroom but otherwise a good stop here.

Mold and dirty shower after "cleaning " twice! I am in town for medical treatment and this is…read morenasty! I do not recommend coming here unless you have a strong immune system and don't care about the filthy environment.

A hidden gem! This is a terrific local museum that's associated with the Smithsonian. Located in…read morethe center of Bristol with plenty of parking. The people that work in this museum are absolutely incredible. They are beyond helpful, friendly, and attentive. Super knowledgeable as well. You can tell they love their city and enjoy their job. Come to. Wet some super nice people and see an awesome collection from the Bristol Sessions. The museum is very informative and has some interesting history and some great displays. There's a 15 minute video in a super comfortable theater that gives you the background of the museum. There was a gentleman that works there that was chatting before the film and he was a wealth of knowledge. There's a great store with some treasures and a special exhibit area. Super fun day and super cheap to come. Check them out!!

Wonderfully told story of how the blues, bluegrass, gospel, etc..forged into what we now call…read morecountry music. Carefully curated, super interactive, small enough to manage in an hour or two but vast enough to jump start your deep dive into our "hillbilly" musical past. A must see if you are in the Bristol, VA area. Staff was helpful and friendly as well.