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Buckhorn Inn

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  • Bed&Breakfast Diamond Collection

    An exclusive of professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury inns with extensive modern amenities.

    Inn Details

    East Tennessee's premier inn since 1938, Buckhorn Inn has 30 acres of woodlands and meadows sown with native wildflowers and grasses. There are inspiring mountain views (including Tennessee's most famous peak, Mt. LeConte), a spring-fed lake with beautiful swans, nature trail, meditation labyrinth and fitness center. Accommodation options include traditional inn rooms, premier rooms, cottages and guesthouses. Fireplaces, in-room jacuzzis, coffeemakers, microwaves and private porches and terraces are among the many amenities. A hearty a la carte breakfast is included in the rate. Buckhorn Inn is the only inn in the Smoky Mountains to serve dinner each evening. Situated one mile from the north entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Buckhorn Inn is conveniently located for all area activities. English, French and Spanish spoken.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Lee and John Mellor became have owned Buckhorn Inn since 1999. Formerly, John had a long career in business as a chief executive and director of several companies before becoming a professor of management. Lee worked in university development and public affairs. For several years Lee and John worked for U.S. government-sponsored agencies assisting businesses in Eastern Europe and Africa.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Country Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Group max is 40 people

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Computer

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wet bar

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Piano

    • Secretarial services

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Fitness Center on site

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  • Romance Packages

    12/6/2010 - 12/31/2013

    Celebrate your special moment in time at Buckhorn Inn, named Most Romantic Inn in Tennessee by Southern Bride Magazine. We offer a three-night package that includes accommodation with fireplaces, mountain views and Jacuzzis. We include a hearty breakfast each day (served in your room, if you desire), romantic candlelit dinner on two nights, fresh bouquet of flowers, imported chocolates, and complimentary champagne. $665 for the package. Add two hour-long therapeutic massages for $185. Email info@buckhorninn.com or phone 865 436 4668.

    Meditation Retreat

    12/6/2010 - 12/31/2012

    Annual Mindfulness Meditation Retreat This annual retreat will be held on February 25-27 (Friday-Sunday). Through the path of mindfulness, present moment, non-judgmental awareness, participants will experience the formal practices of sitting, walking and eating meditation and the body scan as well as informal meditation practices such as yoga and Tai Ji Qigong. This is an intense, focused retreat which will be in silence for the most part, although there will be periods for group discussion and teacher-led interviews. An introductory mindfulness meditation retreat day for those with little or no previous meditation experience will begin on Thursday evening. The per person cost (sharing) of $210 includes the retreat, two nights’ accommodation, two breakfasts, two dinners, and one lunch. Participants with little or no meditation experience attend for three nights, beginning on Thursday. There is an additional fee of $110 for these participants which includes the additional night’s accommodation, breakfast, dinner and lunch.

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  • Hot Deal: Take Time for Two & Get Free Champagne and Flowers

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$325
    • Savings:25%
    • Discount rate:$245

    Sweep your sweetie off her (or his) feet and indulge in a truly romantic evening. A lovely room in the mountains, a roaring fire with a sumptuous dinner, and a great breakfast before you leave the next morning is included in our Take Time for Two Celebration. Complimentary flowers and chilled champage will be waiting for you in your cottage or room.

    Traditional Inn Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $130/$0

    Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$175

    Premier Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$175

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends and holidays

    • Deposit amount required: One night

    • Cancellations: Full refund with 10 day advance notice.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: The cottages and guesthouses are suitable for children

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Certain periods for mid-week stays

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8 am to 9:30 a.m.

    • Serving location: Dining Room, Guest room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Mountains

    City

    • Gatlinburg

    • Directions to property:
      From Interstate 40, take exit 407 to Highway 66 to Sevierville. Take 441 South through Pigeon Forge to Gatlinburg. Turn left onto Highway 321 North. Travel approximately 6 miles and turn left on Buckhorn Road. Go one mile: Buckhorn Inn is on the right. (Alternative: Ask us to fax or mail our excellent Back Roads Map.)

    Airport

    • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee-Tyson)

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Musical Theaters

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Horseshoes

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Meditation Labyrinth

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Wonderful!!!!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My wife and I chose the Buckhorn Inn to celebrate our wedding anniversary (48 yrs). We did not know what to expect since this would be our first visit and we knew no one to ask for a reference. To say that we were pleased would be an understatement. The Inn is fabulous. I know of no other to describe our visit. Our first visit will not be our last. Be sure and have dinner.

    Complete Relaxation

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The Inn is in a beautiful setting with great views of Mt. LeConte. The grounds are well maintained. Staff is friendly and very accommodating. Rooms were very clean and have all amenities to make your stay comfortable. Food was fabulous. An afternoon rain storm made us happy we had made plans for dinner at the Inn. Very relaxing atmosphere. We have been several times and look forward to the next visit. Every season is great at the Buckhorn.

    Thank you for a wonderful experience.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I spent a couple of nights in one of the Buckhorn cottages as part of our honeymoon and we were very impressed. Everything about the place is classy, yet comfortable. The cottage was just the perfect size for two and the bathroom was really nice (punctuated by the fact that we'd stayed at a Motel 6 and a Days Inn the two preceding nights). The free breakfasts were so amazing that we decided to make dinner reservations for one night of our stay and the meal was wonderful--very elegant and appetizing. We also appreciated the little elements of hospitality here and there, like the complimentary drinks and snacks in the downstairs reading room, movies and books we could borrow and the cozy robes in the cottage. The staff was friendly and helpful and made us feel welcome. We truly felt like guests, rather than just customers. We definitely plan to go back.

    Old Time Service and feel

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    My wife and I just celebrated out 1yr anniversary and I chose the Buckhorn Inn for her surprise getaway. From the time we arrived we were treated with the upmost respect and service. We stayed in the Towere room because of it's exclusivity and it was great. The whole place has a quaint, very 1930's-1940's feel. The service is beyond excellent with a staff to match. Thank you Buckhorn for an unbelievable anniversary. We will be back.

    Don't know where to begin

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    FABULOUS everything! I knew the Buckhorn reputation for great views and being away from all the Gatlinburg noise, and that's why we booked there. We got so much more!! We were 2 couples meeting half-way for an extended weekend stay (5 nights) and wanted to have a place we could spread out and enjoy our time together as well as the beautiful area. The owners and staff give a royal treatment there. Everyone smiles, is helpful, takes the time to get to know the visitors. The owners, John and Lee, make a point of talking to everyone at least once a day. They throw a Manager's Hour get together every few days before dinner to meet and visit with the guests, complete with spiced tea and other goodies. Breakfast (included) is way beyond anywhere else - eggs made to perfection, homemade muffins and biscuits, thick bacon...if you want to sleep in, they'll deliver to your room. We did this one day - the coffee was hot, juice cold, waffles stuffed with strawberries and cream still warm, and the eggs were warm too. What a way to start a lazy day! And some of the evening meals (extra) are to die for too. We ate at the Inn 2 nights during our stay and were thrilled with both. It's a set 4-course menu that changes every night. The Inn also has a very nice wine menu - nice by affordable and some darn good tasting wines to boot. Nothing is rushed either because once you're seated, no one is waiting for your table. All dinners are at 7 and you must have reservations. Oh, our accomodations - we rented the Webb House and all of us thought it perfect for what we wanted. There's a little park area next door to it, and we watched the sun set there on 3 of our nights. The pictures of the Webb House online give a good representation of the space and layout of the house. The Mellor's have really upscaled everything since taking it over about 14 years ago. I will recomment the Buckhorn Inn to all our friends, and look forward to another visit soon.

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