I normally don't leave negative reviews, but I felt obligated to share my experience to help future…read morecouples make an informed decision. The best parts of our wedding experience had very little to do with Leeric Lodge itself. The scenery was beautiful, and the outside vendors we worked with were wonderful and professional. Unfortunately, our experience with the venue management left us with significant concerns. My biggest recommendation to anyone considering this venue is to have a legal representative carefully review the contract before signing anything. In our experience, there were too many loopholes and unclear provisions that created unnecessary stress and confusion. Wedding planning is already overwhelming enough, and couples should be focused on enjoying their engagement and preparing for their special day--not worrying about unexpected issues or hidden complications that continue to surface. Brides and grooms deserve transparency, professionalism, and peace of mind when choosing a venue. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. I understand that every situation is different, but I would strongly encourage anyone considering this venue to do thorough research, ask detailed questions, and make sure they fully understand every aspect of the agreement before committing. This review is not written out of spite. I simply didn't feel right staying silent when my experience could potentially help someone else avoid unnecessary stress during what should be one of the happiest times of their life. If negative reviews disappear, I still wanted to make sure this warning was shared somewhere future couples might see it.

After reading other negative reviews I know they will do reputation management & spin it. They…read moreflat out lied on several times. BUT DECIDE FOR YOURSELF! Vendors- we used preferred vendors & all were professional, easy to deal with, & provided a great service for a fair price. No complaints. Leeric Staff-Dealing w/the owner & wedding coordinator before/after the event was a horrible experience & stressful. We chose the "Stress Free/Weekender" package as we live 10 hours from the lodge. The owner was not transparent & didn't properly describe what was included. Ex. the package stated "heavy weighted dinnerware" but what we got was gold colored plastic utensils & plastic plates. I'd expect metal utensils & porcelain plates in the highest tier package. The plastic knives made it hard to cut steaks. If I wanted different dinnerware I could request it from the caterer for an cost extra. After the contract was signed and five months prior to the wedding the coordinator said there's an $80+ charge/night/person staying in the lodge. Then 3 days before the wedding the coordinator stated the wedding party only stays in the lodge Friday night & only the bride/groom stay @ the lodge Saturday night. The wedding party would need to book hotel rooms last minute. This wasn't what was discussed or stated in our package. Our documentation confirmed what we thought. We paid extra for the DJ to play the ceremony music & cocktail hour. The venue staff was supplied w/ a list of ceremony music details. There was miscommunication btw the venue staff & DJ as the DJ played THE WRONG SONG for the walk down the aisle. My daughter had no clue what song was playing or when to start walking. She was embarrassed when the music stopped 1/2 way down the aisle & finished her walk in silence. That's a big mistake! The day of coordinator showed up 90 minutes late on the day of the wedding. After we finished the rehearsal the coordinator told the wedding party she'd be there @ 11:30am the next day. Multiple people we were looking for her @ 11:30. The father of the bride & father of the groom were waiting for her since they had to decorate the arch & the coordinator had the arch drapery. She showed up at 1:00 & the father daughter first look was at 2:00. So he had to rush to complete the arch, get a shower, & get dressed Since they don't provide a cake knife for the couple to cut the cake (although the package included a cake) we provided our own silver cake knife. After the wedding we noticed we didn't get the knife back. We reached out to the owner& she stated they didn't have it. She blamed the caterer but the caterer didn't even use it. 5 weeks after the wedding they let us know that they found it @ the venue. To return it we could pay $75 for them to mail it to us or we could buy a box & mail it to the Leeric w/a prepaid shipping label & they'd mail it back. They said it was our responsibility to take the knife home w/ us. But if it took them 5 weeks to find it @ their own venue how could we have seen it @ the end of the night? The knife was clearly misplaced by the venue staff & the right thing would have been to mail it back to us. They showed their lack of customer service again by sticking to the 2 return options. Luckily the caterer picked it up & mail it to me @ no cost. Now that's customer service! Payment- would be nice if payment could be done via check to avoid the 6% credit card fee (12% fee for security deposit). I understand the st payment being done via credit card to secure the date but after that sending a check prior to the due date should be an option. We paid over $1600 in credit card fees. Contract- the contract should be package specific as it included things that weren't applicable to our package-causing confusion. I suggest: -review contract line by line what is/isn't included & ask a lot of questions -hand tip envelopes to vendors directly -have someone in your wedding party confirm w/the DJ the ceremony songs(hear what they will play) -Record GoogleMeet calls & keep all emails

Dave met us in the driveway and we quickly apologized for the early arrival at 1:44 pm.Dave was…read moresuper cordial and invited us in and explained the dynamics of the property as he welcomed us into butterfly hollow. Make sure you use your Waze app to get here. It is off the beaten path, but it is well worth the trip and I would like to say that it is worth the time too explore. Once you have navigated through your journey, you'll realize that you have come to an oasis that is green and lush and full of forest with nothing other than being surrounded by the sounds of nature, birds, and other. I selected his venue for our 32 year anniversary which did not disappoint. It's a small intimate cabin, however, has all the comforts of home the wifi is super strong and allows you to feel connected, but not so much that your not enjoying your stay. The location affords Nashville transplants or less noise seekers to allow for a brief respite from the noise and nonsense of Nashvegas! Once again Dave was extremely gracious and welcoming and we cherished our time at this great bed and breakfast. Please be advised that this a bed and breakfast and you must realize that others may be in the same structure, however you have ample space for doing your thing. We will certainly be back and we highly recommend this spot to get away.

Impeccable communication, extraordinary service. With Dave's help, planned & executed an elopement…read morein 3 days.! We've all chosen a place only to show up & realize the pictures were "on a good day,30 years ago," WELL, this is NOT the case. AMAZING location, AWESOME photographer,& A LIFETIME of memories started at Butterfly Hollow. It says something if reservations for the B&B are 4 months out for availability Don't hesitate- give a call or email & get ready for 5-star service.

I love this place, it's a lovely bed and breakfast. My boyfriend and I went to visit his family in…read moreSilver Lake and we decided to stay here. It's really down to earth and rustic. The couple that own the place are really really sweet. The breakfast is amazing, Treva is a great chef. I highly recommend it!

We had a wonderful weekend at Wildwood. The Saltbox cabin was perfect. We did the weekend all…read moreinclusive package. The restaurant/food was great! My wife has a gluten allergy and they had multiple options for her to choose from which is rare. The staff was great. We would highly recommend Wildwood.

My 2 sisters and I looked forward to an overnight stay at the Saltbox Lake Cabin for my birthday…read morelast month...described as sleeping up to 4. Although the space is lovely, the bed is the only adequate sleeping space & obviously sleeps only 2. The pull out couch was extremely uncomfortable: you could feel the bars through the very thin mattress, so my sister who valiantly agreed to "sleep" there -had to sleep on top of the couch cushions in order for it to be at all tolerable. Not only was there the discomfort of the couch, but there were 2 nearby overhead lights that could not be turned off. Though we attempted to call the office re:these concerns, our calls did not go through due to no connection. My sister, who made the reservation, filed a complaint with the Operations Director, but our concerns were not heeded. Though we sisters always enjoy our time together, we were disappointed not only in our stay there, but also the lack of concern on the part of the Management.

My nephew and I recently toured Falcon Rest Mansion & Gardens. Our tour guide George was very…read moreknowledgeable and an awesome tour guide. We got to see the room where my sister and I were born when it was a hospital. The house has been beautifully restored. I would highly recommend anyone to take a tour of this historical Mansion.

Hubby & I enjoyed our day at Falcon Rest! George & Charlene has single handedly renovated this…read morebeautiful home and grounds for decades. That sweet couple saw an abandoned place (a land mark community hone) and knew they could fix it to nearly the original splendor. It is soooo worth spending the day there, and take advantage of the sweet little cafe. We just loved our lunch. The home was built with all the modern conveniences when indoor plumbing or electric were unheard of! It saw many different owners, including a doctor who turned the home into a hospital! It was even where the first hip surgery was ever done in the county. A must see!!!

The room was clean and comfortable with a full size refrigerator, stovetop, microwave and…read moredishwasher. A space for two to sit at a counter to eat. Bathroom was spacious and beds were comfortable. The surrounding area was beautiful with a lake, dock is you have a boat or water accessories. Picnic area, fire pit and plenty of seating and pavilion. I love their mission as well. Would definitely return.

I love this place. They do great things helping people. It is a very relaxing place. The youth that…read morethey help are always respectful and friendly. I have been there several times for a retreat. The food is always great. I have nothing bad to say about this place. It is amazing!

the owners are very nice and the hotel is convenientLu located near restaurants and the hospital…read more it is very quiet.

Good basic night stay. Minimal but comfortable. Reasonable price. I recommend for hunters and…read morefishermen.

We stayed here last night for our seventh anniversary. We loved the inside! It gave off the perfect…read morehistoric vibe from the moment we walked through the door. The owner, John, met us at the desk and gave us a tour of the building before showing us our room. He was very friendly and welcoming. We stayed in the Daniel Smith room. It was very nice! The bed was comfortable, much more so than other places we've stayed in the past. There were extra pillows and a blanket in the closet, which we used. Both the sitting room and bedroom had black-out curtains to keep the street lamps outside from shining in. There were two flat screen TVs in our room, one in the sitting room and one in the bedroom. Both were remote-controlled. The sitting area had a sleeper sofa, but being only the two of us we didn't need it. The TV in the bedroom was the only one we watched, and it had several channels to choose from, including TBS, A&E, and the Travel Channel, all of which we watched. We also sat out on the front balcony for a while after it got dark. It was clean as well. We enjoyed sitting out there in the cool night air, talking and watching the cars go by. There were plenty of towels for us to use, and they were really soft. Today, we had lunch in the dining room onsite. We had the all-you-can-eat fried chicken with a variety of sides. The turnip greens, macaroni and cheese, and their corn bread muffins were delicious. The hotel has been modernized in respect to having bathrooms, air conditioning, heat, ceiling fans, WiFi, and flat screen televisions. But the antique sofas in the upstairs hallways and downstairs lobby as to the historical feel. The banister leading upstairs is also the original one from 1904. Also, the hotel itself is much bigger inside than it appears to be from outside. Also, it was the cleanest hotel we have stayed in. We loved our stay, and we highly recommend! A few extras I can offer anyone who interested in staying here are that while the onsite kitchen area closes at 3pm, there is a really nice restaurant about three doors down, called Ebel's. However, keep in mind reservations are recommended to ensure getting a table in a timely manner. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and they have live music on Saturday evenings. In addition, you don't have to stay in the hotel to dine in the dining room. It is open to the public for lunch daily. Usually they offer a meat and two or three vegetables for a set price, or Today (Sunday) they had the all-you-can-eat fried chicken (which consisted of both breast and tenders). Also, if you are in town and interested in the historical aspect of the hotel and/or downtown Carthage, I recommend taking a walk over to the historic courthouse on the square. There ware a number of markers that tell a little of the history of William Walton and the courthouse. If unlike me, you are not a history buff, there are shops on both sides of the street near the hotel. My personal favorites are the Candy Bar, Holly's, and Freestyle Canvas. Also, in regards to the hotel and all the downtown areas, there is additional parking in the new lot between the Candy Bar and Nobles. Or you can always park directly in front of the hotel, if there are spots available. If you need any other essentials while visiting, Walmart is about a mile away, along with Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Save-A-Lot, and Sav-Way (a great large neighborhood grocery).

Old yes!! Creaky yes!! Enjoy the oldest hotel in Carthage. Those who work and run it are friendly…read moreand available . A coffee shop a juice shop and ebby's tavern restaurant just a brief walk away

The owners are kind and very helpful. This is a place everyone should spend time at. Comforting and…read morerelaxing a perfect weekend retreat. Everything you could possibly need is ready for you. I will stay there again and again. Thank you for a quiet moment I needed so much.

Other than cosmetic issues, the place was clean and the service was friendly…read more This is not a hotel. Don't expect one. For what it is (a small mom & pop place built from love, but not necessarily money) it was more than adequate. The heater was super warm which was nice. The fireplace was not a true "toss in the logs" type. The tub, I believe, used well water so there was always iron oxide hanging out (it looked like I was a frequent spray tanner.) I swear there was no way it was dirty. (In other words, fellow germaphobes, don't panic.) I wish it had more windows so I could have read in the tub. Lighting was not as strong as I would have liked. The ladybugs were wintering (to be expected in most cabin type places) inside and were extra friendly and a constant reminder spring was close at hand. I prefer fluffier pillows (Walmart wasn't far so we made a quick trip there for snacks and pillows.) It was a place to honestly do little more than veg. I needed it. There was satellite TV, small fridge and microwave. There was also strong 3G (at least) signal. No wifi. Also, if you want to take time to watch old VCR movies, they have a player. (Maybe consider leaving them behind if you won't be watching them again and help them build a library.) Don't miss breakfast at The Rose Garden. It reminded me of staying with grandma on the farm. It was large enough for breakfast, and we took left over steak and biscuits for a lunch snack all for under $8. There were woods behind us. We enjoyed watching the birds play in the leaves. The TTU arts center was nice to visit. Again, a great place to just get away. If you don't want the outside world to intrude, keep the TV off and turn off the cell phone.

Booked cabin for 7 night stay to spend holiday with family visiting from Arizona and those living…read morein Smithville. Bobby and his staff are awesome and so very good to work with, they are wonderful. We've stayed here many, many times over the years. It's great to see nothing has changed as far as great and personable service. The fireworks display and band were added fun to our trip. It was such a beautiful night. We couldn't have asked for a better holiday celebration. Hidden Harbor you outdid yourself, keep up the great work. We will definitely be back soon.

Overdue review. My family and I rented a 24ft pontoon from Hidden Harbor Marina on 7/11/26. Amazing…read morecustomer service from everyone who helped us. Boat was clean and in great shape and we had amazing day on the water.