The catering for holiday buffets is terrible. It gets worse with each event. The ambiance is…read morewonderful, except for the ballroom. I'm not sure what that wrinkled drape is covering behind the bar, but it's hideous. Service is good, not great, but they haven't been trained. Raw bar needs cocktail forks and crackers. Main dishes are just barely warm and not seasoned properly. Bake fresh rolls and serve hot! It's like a country menu that tried to grow up. Desserts are shameful.

The hotel and location were amazing. The staff was very friendly and assisted with places to eat…read morethat were local. I would highly recommend. There is a tremendous amount of history at this hotel.

I discovered this gem of a place on airbnb, we wanted to find a quaint non-expensive place to stay…read morewhile we were in town for a wedding and this was just the most perfect spot. Completely exceeded our expectations in every way possible! We arrived at sunset and were greeted by Mark, the owner. He showed us around the common area (aka the hangout spot) where the shower + bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room is. There is also a toilet + sink in the tiny cabin, but no shower which was completely fine since the shower in the common area was so nice and private. When we got to the cabin there was bouquet of freshly picked wildflowers, cooler full of bottled water and ice, citronella candles and foldable chairs waiting for us. So accommodating. The next morning Mark had coffee waiting for us when we arrived to the common area. We all sat together for hours chatting about everything under the sun. A few of his friends stopped by to say hi, so we met some of the locals as well. Some of the best people I've met in a very long time. I cannot rave enough about how amazing our stay was, we felt right at home and we can't wait to come back and visit! Thanks so much for everything, Mark! -Sharri + Spencer

I have visited before with my granddaughter who loves to hike. We are taking her back tomorrow…read more Lucky Moon is the best hostess ever and after reading the one nasty comment maybe he should look in the mirror

Recommended AT hiker hostel. Jim, Pringles and Grumpy do a great job of hosting trail-weary…read more hikers, with thoughtful accommodations that work like reasonable, comfy beds, in cabins, tents, or bunkhouse options, clean linens, laundry service, shuttle to Hampton, TN, limited resupply, , continental breakfast, etc. This weary AT hiker appreciated their warm hospitality and thoughtful support. You will too. Thank you Boots Off!

LGBTQ+ travelers steer clear I chose to stay at the Iron…read moreMountain Inn on a recent trip back to my home state because it looked like a chance to meet some of the locals in a beautiful location. That turned out to be true: I was given the Green Room, which overlooks Cherokee National Forest, and each morning Joni made some of the best food I ate on my whole trip. That being said, about 24 hours after I arrived, I overheard the owners having a conversation in which they both voiced their disdainful views of the LGBTQ+ community. As a gay person traveling alone in this remote, isolated area, I felt shocked and terrified. It brought back all the painful feelings and memories I felt as a gay kid growing up in TN and reminded me why I had to leave the South in order to feel safe. It took all my strength to get through to the next morning so I could leave. Joni and Bill, I appreciated your hospitality, but I was very hurt by your words. I pray you will reconsider your views about my community after meeting me. We are everywhere, we are human beings, and we deserve respect the same as anyone else.

Joni and Bill bought the Iron Mountain Inn three years ago. I stayed there last week. They are…read moregreat caring hosts who were very nice with lots of good information. The mountains and the views were majestic. The breakfast was excellent and the Inn was very clean. I will be back every eight weeks or so.

This is a beautiful, scenic facility and Teresa does an amazing job of managing the stable, RV…read morepark, and caring for all the horses. The pastures are green and not overgrazed. Easy keepers prone to laminitis are carefully limited on their pasture time and kept in either dry lot paddocks or stalls to prevent founder. The barn has good ventilation, is cleaned daily, and is comfortable in both the summer and winter. Horses receive quality hay baled on site. Clean water is available 24/7. A large arena with good sand footing is a joy to ride in. Trail obstacles are also available to play on with the horses. I have peace of mind knowing that Teresa cares for my horse as her own. The many senior horses (20s and 30s) in excellent condition are proof of Teresa's exceptional care.

Could be a great place. New owners saying they have plans but as of now.... A long gravel road…read moreafter security gate ( they'll email the code) you stop near a barn that is the office. Had to wait 10 minutes before some showed up to check us in. Took us to our pull through site, which is all grass, and very uneven. Utilities are at very beginning of site and had just enough cord and hose to reach camper. And btw, the septic connection was 10" above ground do hose runs uphill from camper. There are 12 pull through and all of them are permanents except us. . We were right in middle with them coming and going at all hours. Guy next to me let his dog poop right next to my camper and left it.... 2 days in a row. There is a nice good size pond, but no fishing. There is a nice creek that runs edge of property, but can't get to it because of electrified fence. The biggest part of the property is a horse farm with a arena and open fields. Bathhouses are decent and heated .

This place is a little bit of Heaven on Earth. From its exquisite location to the most awesome…read morecouple who have thought of every detail to insure a perfect stay makes it extraordinary. Clean, with choices of accommodation make it work for all visitors. An exceptional experience all around! Host Owners are just the best!

Would highly recommend! Beautiful and calming atmosphere. A professional experience, and yet you…read moreare still made to feel at home. A soothing energy and an intelligent and responsive LMT are essential to good results, and that is what you will find here. Janice really knows her stuff. When I'm in the area, I always try to make it back for this unique and lovely experience.

This campground was completely destroyed by Helene. They are working to try and restore the park…read more As far as camping, they have not given a time line as to when they will even begin on fixing camp sites again.

We have family in the area and came across this jewel while visiting. The grounds are well…read moremaintained. There are nice FHU and rustics sites with several miles of dog-friendly trails. This is not a large State Park but it has a lot to offer. The historical site is a short walk from the campground and contains a plethora of information. The rangers are very friendly and gladly answer any questions as well as giving nature hikes and historical tours. The sites slope downhill toward the river but get leveler the closer you are to be the river. Large Motorhomes will want to avoid the first row (closest to the road) and possibly the second row. You will definitely need a few more leveling blocks on these rows. The last two rows are not too bad with few to no leveling blocks needed. We found Verizon and AT&T Cell and Data Services to work well. The park offers free WiFi that is readily usable most of the day. Note: If you have a long trailer or Motorhome, say 30' or more. There are several routes to get here coming off of 11E. Make sure and call the campground for directions. You want to follow the route from the Limestone area that takes you under the railroad tracks. Otherwise, you will be on some uncomfortable narrow curvy roads.

Just spent a wonderful weekend at Lake Haven family campground. Lynne and Chuck were great hosts,…read morevery attentive and informative. Campground is new, clean, spacious and provides spectacular long range views and wide open night sky viewing. After enjoying the sunsets we sat by the fire evenings (firewood provided) and saw a few shooting stars. Great hiking close by--loved the Laurel Falls hike. At the suggestion of Hellbenders outfitters went kayaking on Wilbur lake which topped the list of best things we did all weekend. Simply spectacular. We planned to eat in so cannot speak to local restaurant scene other than we did stop for a snack at Big Dan's Bbq in Elizabethtown and it was very good. Would have liked to try the brewery next door but it didn't open until later. We didn't even get a chance to check out Watuga Lake other than drive around a bit and it looks beautiful. We are already planning our next trip and will definitely stay at Lake Haven campground again.

Brand new campground. We were able to choose our site, which had full hook-ups. All utilities were…read moreeasily accessible on one side. New firepits and picnic tables. Nice breezes in afternoon and evening. The owners provided valuable information on local events and activities. We went to Walmart for our 3-day non-resident fishing licenses as we're from Minnesota. Our guide was a pro! Lots of Lake trout. Close to Dollar General for ice and last-minute items. We found it easy to wind down at the end of the day as it's quiet. This campground is pet-friendly, too. Wish we'd brought our dogs. Five-star location and amenities.