Buckhorn Inn

From the moment we pull into the entrance, we feel an aura of home; it envelopes us and we feel differently here. When we are greeted, the gift of hospitality is so prevalent. There is the sweetest welcome every time we check in at the front desk with Debbie. The staff has come to feel like family when we see them; they go out of their way to be sure that we have no needs. We have been coming here for what we believe to be seven years or more; staying in a different accommodation each time. They all feel inviting and thoughtfully done. |From the book lined walls to the music and artwork in the dining room, it sets the stage for beautiful choices for breakfast and the nightly four course dinners that taste as wonderful as they look. |That glorious Buckhorn tea, the servers, the laughter, the breathtaking views of Mount LaConte from the rockers on the veranda outside of the dining room or, sneaking down to the sitting area and enjoying the surprise snack each afternoon with hot tea, to the sound of the trees and the smell of the air; it all causes us to relax and creates the desire to stay and never leave.|Don't wait to book a stay and DO NOT forget to book your dinner reservation! You can check the menus on line to see what you have to look forward to each evening!|Van and Nae Weaver

A really pleasant surprise. My wife and I booked the Buckhorn for a three night respite before the holiday. Could not have been better. Friendly and helpful staff and the cozy inn atmosphere, combined with great breakfasts and dinners made for a very nice stay. Away from the craziness of Gatlinburg, but convenient drive to the Park. We will be back.

The Buckhorn Inn is a very special place. The property and views are amazing! The food is delicious and the service was great. We spoke to many people who were staying there and the common theme was that they come back here every year (sometimes several times a year) for the past 10, 20 and even 30 years. I'm not surprised. We live 2500 miles away but we definitely want to come back. It is a special place.

Our stay at the Buckhorn Inn was perfection from start to finish. All of the Inn's staff is friendly, helpful and engaging. It is truly an example of "Southern Hospitality" at its best! The meals (breakfast and dinner) are delicious and bountiful. The mountain setting is idyllic and the accommodations are excellent.

A fall tradition for 10 years, our annual return to Buckhorn Inn. From wonderful breakfasts, candlelight dinners in a beautiful peaceful historic Inn , there is no other place like Buckhorn Inn . Lee Mellor and family excel at hospitality From the wonderful rooms with antiques to the great restaurant with unmatched ambiance. We have stayed in all guesthouses, several different cottages, traditional rooms and Inn rooms. All are a delight.Be sure to book early, we have met families that have come for years. Thank you Lee for this treasure.

We love visiting Buckhorn! It’s always relaxing and beautiful!! Rooms are wonderfully quaint, views awesome and service is fabulous!!! Oh, and the food is great too!! We got to feed the two gorgeous swans Bubbles & Butty, with lettuce provided at the front desk! And if you get to meet the owner Lee and her beautiful dog Zeke that’s an extra treat!

This was our first visit to the Buckhorn Inn. We were on a family vacation with our two adult sons and stayed in the Lindsay House. This was such a cozy cabin literally tucked away in the woods, yet we were close to the park so we could drive Newfound Gap Road and bike Cade's Cove. We enjoyed the yummy homemade bars at check-in and we had breakfast each morning, once in the dining room and once delivered to our cabin. The service was warm and welcoming. The value was excellent and we would definitely stay here again.

Seven ladies visited Buckhorn Inn in November. The stay was wonderful… comfortable rooms, delicious meals, and wonderful atmosphere. Debbie was most helpful in getting rooms assigned, payments made, etc.

What a lovely stay! I have always dreamed of a true "B&B" experience, and this was exactly what I imagined! The staff was so incredibly warm, welcoming, and courteous to us the entire stay. We were welcomed with a tour of the inn, the dining area, the library/reading room, and the downstairs living room, and then we were shown to our adorable room. They also provided us with some of their complimentary spiced tea, which they make themselves. We did not partake in the dinner, as we had other plans, but it smelled heavenly! The complimentary breakfast was absolutely delicious - it's a table service experience and came complete with freshly baked biscuits, freshly baked berry coffee cake, and freshly made eggs benedict. The coffee tasted great! The inn-keeper came and greeted us during breakfast. They were also very ready and able to accomodate my husband's GLUTEN-FREE needs (they had a homemade bread/toast that he was able to have with his breakfast, and with the eggs benedict). Overall a wonderful experience, and we already hope to return for our next anniversary.

What a lovely, charming Inn for rest, relaxation and family fellowship on this Cousins Reunion weekend. I hope to return soon! The Buckhorn Inn was built in 1938 amidst the solitude and beauty of the Smokey Mountains. What you'll find here: *The main lodge contains 10 rooms. Three nearby guest houses accommodate families and friends traveling together. *Their breakfast and dinner dining options are delicious with breakfast included- however reservations are required for both seatings. Boxed lunches are available with advanced ordering and $8 per person. Dinner is a set four course menu and served at 7:00. *Enjoy nearby hiking and exploring the Smokeys and close to nearby attractions such as Dollywood.

Charming Mountain and Southern Hospitality We have been enjoying Buckhorn Inn for three decades Gatlingburg's historic and romantic dining showplace Caveat: Reservations are Required Note a fixed menu, and take care to ring ahead for schedules Our favorite Mountain Retreat

This place is a treasure. The service is incredible, the food is divine, and the views/atmosphere transport you back in time. We love coming back here for our anniversary to share a dinner to celebrate. The view of the mountains during dinner is incredible. We can't say enough good things about this place. Chef Frank, Agatha, and Clayton were an amazing team that served us a beautiful evening. Thank you all so much!

The Buckhorn Inn is a wonderful throwback to a kinder and gentler time. You may choose guest houses, traditional rooms, premier rooms and private cottages. Channeling our inner Walt Disney we chose a cottage as he did when he stayed here in the 1950's. The cottage has a screen porch, bedroom w/master bath and Jacuzzi tub, living room and kitchen..... along with a beautiful view of the mountains. This is a fantastic place to unwind, enjoy nature and some pretty fantastic breakfasts too. The staff is friendly and attentive, along with the buildings and grounds looking right out of a Norman Rockwell painting. While this our first visit, we are planning a return trip in fall to enjoy the fall colors.

OMG! Hubby and I had dinner here and the food was amazing from the soup to the entree to the dessert. Everything was seasoned perfectly. If l lived closer, I would celebrate every occasion there.

I found the Buckhorn Inn through an Eater Nashville article recommending their nightly dinner. Upon checking out their website, I was enchanted and booked into a cottage. We were only able to enjoy dinner one night but we had breakfast and afternoon treats 3 days. The staff is great. The grounds are beautiful. The food is delicious. I can't wait to return!

This is a great alternative to the many, many more of the same lodging options in Gatlinburg proper. Do yourself a favor and give yourself a buffer from all that and all the crowds! This is a historic lodge with gorgeous grounds and friendly people. The facilities are all updated and everything in our cabin was very clean. Our cabin (#7) included all the amenities we could want, including robes. Smoky Mtn hiking is just down the road. We would definitely stay here again.

I had last visited the Buckhorn Inn roughly 30 years ago. At that time it was kind of worn and run down looking. However, times have really changed. The entire Inn has been updated under new owners. The place is fantastic, beautifully done, and the grounds and views are wonderful. Plus the staff couldn't have been better. Before the trip, my knee, that I had put off having replaced, finally gave out. When we arrived one of the staff carried our suitcases to our room. When she had finished I tried to give her a decent tip, but she refused it. Their employees don't accept tips. Then, without being asked, she brought us some of the brownies that were the afternoon treat. The big surprise (for me) came at breakfast. After being offered our choice of three different coffees and a few freshly made juices, the food was incredible. There were menu choices each morning, or you could order other items individually. Add in two fresh baked items (biscuits, coffee cake or...) each day; eggs Benedict variations (country ham in it, or shaved mushrooms and spinach); waffles, etc. And I can't compliment the staff enough. I have one major regret while staying there. Before arriving I had received repeated offers for dinner reservations there. Remembering how the place had been 30 years ago under different owners, I foolishly declined. After having breakfast there, and experiencing the atmosphere, I realized my error and tried to get reservations for dinner. However, they book dinner well in advance. Next time I'll know better.

Fabulous hosts, beautiful rooms, exquisite meals, and beautiful grounds and scenery ! What's not to like?

Quiet, charming, gorgeous views, amazing food, excellent service. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful.

We LOVED our stay here. It's tucked off the main road from all the shopping and hoopla. Very quiet. Very clean. Our room was cozy and the balcony looking over the back was just spectacular in the morning to watch the fog roll over the Smokey mountains. We will definitely be back!!

This resort is home away from home, come here for a true Tennessee experience. The cabin/hotel décor, the friendly, accommodating staff, the scenery, the locale - EVERYTHING - is a perfect peek into what it's like to live in Tennessee. My husband and I visited for a 2 day baby moon, and couldn't have been more comfortable, nor been more pleased with our choice. For starters, the staff does little things which add a bit of home comfort such as covering a sip hole in a to-go cup of soup to keep warm and prevent spilling. Or going out of the way to ensure that guests receive all accommodations (such as a souvenir mug) included in a resort package in case the guest is unaware or simply forgot. The resort scenery is beautiful providing excellent Smokey mountain views and lookout points. The resort grounds maintain multiple gardens which largely sport Tennessee's state flower, the iris, along with two ponds containing at least 5 swans - swans being a consistent theme throughout the resort. The price of resort packages and basic accommodation is surprisingly affordable, especially for the quality of service. The cabin in which we stayed (Wells House) was up-to-date, clean, well cared for, well maintained, and contained anything one may want to entertain a large family. If considering Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge as a destination, please consider Buckhorn Inn as a stay, and have at least one dinner at the hotel. The food - breakfast and dinner - is very tasty and everything is freshly made. Guests may even order a $10 brown bagged lunch, so one may schedule all meals thru the hotel kitchen if planning dinners out or cooking in a cabin isn't appealing. My husband and I scheduled many of our meals during our two day stay, and this wound up being an extremely convenient, stressless option. My husband and I have so many good things to say about Buckhorn Inn that it's difficult to list them all. We will absolutely be back here for whatever type of occasion: anniversary, family vacation, holiday weekend - whatever! If a quiet, beautiful, home away from home is what you're searching for, choose Buckhorn.

We LOVE this Inn and are returning for I believe the 4th time this spring. The accommodations are terrific, and the food is unbelievable in style and value and taste and is just fabulous I love that you can see on the website what is being served before you arrive. The breakfasts also are a dream come true. We have tried other inns, and none compare, and we will just keep coming back to Buckhorn

This was our second stay at Buckhorn Inn and it didn't disappoint. Wonderful staff and the rooms and common areas are spotless. Wonderful breakfast with great view of the mountains. I highly recommend the Buckhorn Inn.

My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at the Buckhorn Inn for 3 nights this past week and had a great stay there. Our room, the Red Room #4, was very nice, clean, and the bed was very comfortable. If you want a nice view, choose another room. We didn't really care, since we were headed to the Smoky Mountains anyway. It was a decent size room though. Breakfast is included with your stay and I would highly recommend enjoying that perk since they serve a awesome breakfast. Also, the staff are great. Very friendly, courteous and helpful. One example is Wayne, one of staff members there. We had a bottle of wine that needed opening and asked Wayne if he could get us a cork screw. He said he would be happy to open it. We thanked him and off he went. He came back a couple minutes later with two wine glasses and the wine uncorked and chilling in a bucket of ice! Now that's customer service! So if you want a place to stay with great service, comfortable beds, and great food, Buckhorn Inn is a nice choice.

Fantastic getaway to the mountain. My wife and I stayed 2 nights at the Buckhorn and it did not disappoint. Comfortable, clean accommodations coupled with friendly staff and a beautiful grounds. Highly recommend if you are searching for a top-notch B&B.

I've been fortunate to travel all over the world and experience many different things. This place ranks in my top 10 stay experiences of all time. One comes here to get away from everyone and everything. Forget about TV, the Internet or other technological conveniences. You can get these things here, but then you are missing the point. This place is about getting away. We rent a cottage when we visit. The accommodations are quaint and the atmosphere relaxing. They also have traditional hotel rooms in the main building. You can even rent houses which are located nearby. Breakfast and dinner are set menus. The food ranges from very good to excellent. If you are a guest there is no corking fee if you want to bring your own wine - unbelievable. Lunch is on your own unless you call ahead to order their box lunch. I've eaten over a dozen meals here and would not rate a single one below a 4 on a scale of 1 to 5. If you want something unique and positively memorable, make it a point to check this place out.

If you are looking for fancy contemporary lodging, move along. The Buckhorn offers quietly elegant rooms, cabins, and 3 houses that are comfortable in the very best of ways! We chose Cabin #3 and had the additional treat of a screened porch, a patio, a gorgeous view, and a jacuzzi tub. Couldn't have been happier with our choice! Our package came with 2 dinners and 3 breakfasts included - perfectly cooked 4 course dinners served by a very friendly wait staff. You can dine at the Inn even if you are not a guest, and I highly recommend doing so. The Buckhorn is on the Arts and Craft loop, set well back from the road, offering a peaceful oasis to the hubbub of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, but easy access to both, as well as GSNP. 75 years old and still amazing. Come, relax, and enjoy.

My husband and I enjoyed a delicious meal here paid for by friends who love this place and stay here on visits. I can only speak for one dinner we had during Spring Break in March. We had just hiked Abrams Falls earlier in the day so it was a treat! Reservations are a must for dinner and the evening's menu could be found on their website. I believe it's $40/meal plus gratuities. If I remember right we ate salad, a lentil or bean soup (didn't sound appealing on the site but it was delicious!), bread, bacon wrapped pork, mashed potatoes, green beans and mud pie (which ended up being the most delicious ice cream version of it) served with coffee. Do get the Buckhorn tea! I'm not a tea person but I think there's tea, OJ, lemonade,cloves and cinnamon (?) in it and it is SO good. Also others around us enjoyed various wines, which was an additional charge to the meal. We walked half of the 1 mile trail before dinner upon arriving early and saw two beautiful swans swimming around the pond. It is really a nice place enough away from the strip of stores and attractions that it feels cozy. Plus you can still see the mountains out the windows.

Our first visit to the smokey mountains and the buckhorn inn was incredible! The staff was kind, the cottages were cozy and the food was unreal! So amazing! Would recommend to anyone. What a treat!

The most romantic, off the beaten tourist path place you will ever experience. I wish I could give a billion stars. I will never forget this place and plan to visit as often as possible.

This is one of my favorite places: accommodations are upscale comfortable, service is always top notch, food is fantastic - make sure you stay for dinner, you won't be disappointed! And the surroundings will cause you to take multitudes of pictures! A fantastic place for a relaxing couple of days or a romantic get away (or both!). John and Lee are wonderful innkeepers in the truest and best sense of the word! My wife and I have come here regularly for 8 years and recommend this B&B wholeheartedly!

If you believe in fair and decent treatment of customers, do not book at this hotel. We, along with another couple, had reservations to stay here last April. Two days before we were to travel, my husband suffered a serious accident and could not travel -- doctor's orders from the hospital. We notified the hotel the very next business day. Instead of refunding our deposit of $280, the hotel immediately charged our card an additional $667 for the nights we had not yet stayed!! When we phoned, we were told that the hotel had a 12-day cancellation period, and we were giving them only 7 days notice. However, they told us that they would give us a rain check for any future stay. My husband has now recovered from his injuries so we recently contacted the hotel to reserve for October dates. My husband had to make numerous attempts to speak with the manger concerning the promised rain check; the hotel is now refusing to honor their promised credit for the $519 they have charged our credit card using the lame excuse that "rain checks are not valid for October, weekends or holidays." What kind of a rain check is that???!! Because of my husband's accident, we had to cancel with a number of hotels. Most of the businesses were very sorry and could not have been more cooperative or nicer with their refunds. In stark contrast, we have found the Buckhorn's management surprisingly nasty, unkind and unfair. What I have described above is only PART of our negative experience with this hotel; there is much more to this story, but I do not want to make this review even longer.

Amazing B&B! Staff was amazing. The food incredible. Attention to every detail. Property was beautiful. Enjoyed hike to meet swans Bubbles and Squeak. Close to everything but away from crowds. Lots of outdoor spaces to relax.

Have stayed here a couple of times in last few years I care about good food and this is the only good food I have found in this area. Breakfasts are wonderful Evening meals vary each night and are served at seven. No menu choices so if you are particular you would need to check in advance to see what is served

When you first come out of the awe inspiring Smokey Mountians and into downtown Gatlinburg you start asking yourself: 1. How does a Ripley's Believe It or Not musuem go along with the mountain theme? 2. How many fudge shops can one town support, and.. 3. What was the mullet count again, I just lost track. But once you get through the bustling, vegas wanna-be, downtown metropolis that is Gatlinburg, and arrive at the Buckhorn inn, you'll forget you asked yourself those questions. This place is truely what a Bed and Breakfast should be. Small, quiet, quaint, nicely maintained, and very worth the trek from atlanta. I've been here twice already and have not been disappointed yet (nor do I think I ever will be). From the friendly staff, to the incredible breakfast and dinners (included in your room rate), it was shangri-la mountian style. On our second stay, we stayed in a room called "The Tower". That is exactly what it was. An odd three level tower, detached from the entire inn. The desk clerk said people either love it or hate it, there is no in-between. We loved it. The Bedroom is at the top and the windows wrap around all four sides. The bathroom is on the middle level and the bottom level has a sitting/mud room. Very cool! If I had hair I would have throw it out the window repunzle style just to stay with the theme (I suggested that to my wife, but she would have none of it). I think that room was about $119/night (rate included Bkfst and Dinner). They also have multi-room cottages you can rent, not sure how those are. It's located on the beginning of what is know as the Artisian community loop. a couple miles of independant arts/crafts studios and restauarants. While some of the art screams "Holy Flea-market" the majority is very nice. Quite frankly you can skip the Gatlinburg scene and spend a day or two checking out the studios. There's a pretty cool blown glass studio right next to the Buckhorn which my wife and I love! We cannot wait to get back there in the fall to check out the leaves and to have the Pumpkin spice pancakes again (I still dream about those).

Amazing location with great views of the mountains; however, it is only a short drive to Gatlinburg! The food was amazing! Dinner at least one night is a must. The rooms are adorable and have an "at home" comforting feel about them. The Inn itself has so much character and the inn keeper and owners were extremely nice. Every one there does their best to accommodate you and your needs. The grounds were also very beautiful. I hope to go back one day. Our stay was everything I hoped for and more. We couldn't have been happier with our choice to stay at the Buckhorn Inn.

I planned a getaway to Gatlinburg so my husband and I could have "one last hurrah" before our baby arrives sometime around Christmas. I thought a bed and breakfast would be a nice, romantic departure from the usual hotel stay. On a random Google search for "bed and breakfast Gatlinburg," the Buckhorn Inn popped up. I visited the website and checked out some reviews and decided to reserve a room. There was only one room left for the weekend, nay, the MONTH, for which I'd planned! I snapped it up in a hurry, and I couldn't have possibly made a better decision. We arrived on Friday night after an absolutely insane work week and a 4-hour drive from Nashville. Exhausted, we passed out. Husband went for an early run on one of the beautiful trails just outside the Inn on Saturday while I awoke leisurely. Breakfast entrée was.. wait for it.. bananas foster french toast. I swear I drooled on my shirt just waiting to be served. The owners came by to welcome us briefly; they knew our names and the female innkeeper, Lee, hugged me and mentioned my pregnancy in conversation. They really know who is staying with them and want you to have a wonderful experience - such wonderful, yet unobtrusive, hospitality. We ate our fill (and more), and then headed out to do some touristy-type activities. They keep a journal in each room so you can write your own memories or observations; ours dated back to 1989! What a wonderful way to keep positive and cherished memories in the room. I only wish we could have stayed longer; we didn't have dinner here, which I hear is amazing. And the price is very reasonable, especially considering the amazing home-cooked breakfast that is included with your rate. A note: a previous reviewer mentioned that dinner is included in your rate, which may have been true at the time he wrote his review, but is not correct now. We didn't make it in time on Friday night for dinner but I will definitely make reservations next time! WHEN we come back to Gatlinburg, I will have the Buckhorn Inn at the top of my list for lodging options. Just remarkable.

Hidden gem in Gatlinburg that offers a great place to stay at a reasonable price, nice people, a view of Mt Leconte and great food if you choose to eat there. We've been there over a dozen times and will continue to go back.

My wife found this place for our wedding anniversary and I could have been happier. We arrived early and seat on the back porch with a glass of wine. What a view what a view. For dinner we had white bean soup, salad, prime rib, and Coconut pie. The food was great and the wait staff was there for your every need. We were not staying there but hope to on our next visit to the area. The B and B looked freshly painted and well maintained.

Great old cabin feel, if it's cold outside they keep a fire going. The food is fresh and the menu is typically a set but only because it's a small location. It's a reservations only spot so call ahead.

So it was beyond our expectations, simply everything is just perfect, the reception was great, the cottage was clean and super romantic also the fooooood oh u should reserve the dinner and enjoy the taste and the sweet view while enjoying their food and wine

Making reservations was easy. When we had to change the dates it was a simple transaction. We stayed in Cottage 3. Cottages 3&4 are the only attached cottages but I'm pretty sure are the only ones with open back porches facing the mountains as well as a screened in porch. We had breakfast delivered to our cottage every morning which was lovely. We would lay in bed, call and see what's for breakfast and they delivered it to our door. The cottage seemed small at first, but we had just stayed at the Ritz. The place isn't as big as the pictures had me believe, but after a while we got used to it. The mountain views make the place feel cozy and lovely. We loved the fireplace which I made sure was constantly on. I thought the bed was fine, husband thought it was meh. We had dinner at the inn one night. A four course meal for $35 a person. I wore a dress and my husband wore a long sleeve shirt and a baseball cap. Because it was our honeymoon and I wanted him to be comfortable. He asked me what he should wear and I told him he looked great. When we walked in an old man said "hats off" to my husband. I was frustrated by his comment and the whole place kind of had that judgmental feeling about it. Also I'm not sure why this man is concerned with us. Dinner just had a pretentious air throughout the dining room. The meal was good. Nothing to die for though. The next night we decided to pick up dinner from the inn (the four course$35/pp) and then we just brought it back to our cottage and ate. We enjoyed it much better. We ate crab stuffed cod, cream of Vidalia soup, salad, and strawberry mascarpone tart out of styrofoam. It was wonderful.

We had dinner here tonight and it was amazing. The atmosphere was so warm and perfect for the holidays! We were a large party and they put us in our room, they were so efficient and accommodating. The food was also delicious - I highly recommend it!

The fact that I am leaving anything but a stellar review for Buckhorn Inn is probably more disappointing for me than it will be for them. This place is very near and dear to our heart and will always have more good memories than anything else. We have been there 3-4 times , starting with an amazing mini honeymoon almost 14 years ago. Since then we have been back for wonderful anniversaries in addition to buying gift cards for my parents and my husband's parents because we love it that much. All that being said.... this visit was different. My parents, knowing how much we love Buckhorn, gave us a gift certificate last Christmas. We had planned on visiting last April but had to reschedule due to Covid. Fast forward to Oct. 11, 2020, a date that had been marked on our calendar in anticipation and excitement about returning to one of our favorite places. Things seemed different upon arrival. When we walked in to check in, there was very little greeting. They asked to see our gift certificate and then basically shoved a key to our room at us. The other lady that was there turned her back to us and never even acknowledged that we were there. This was polar opposite to how we have been greeted in the past. We did not let this effect our excitement about our time at Buckhorn. The room was perfect, as usual, and we could not have asked for anything better. The view was gorgeous and the Inn was everything we remembered. Day 1- Breakfast- There was a noticeable difference in how we were treated in the past. The service was lacking which is way out of the ordinary for Buckhorn. No water was offered, coffee pots passed us multiple times with not offers of refills. It was just totally different. Our room was fine, but we had a grand total of 2 towels and we were not checked on one time to see how our stay was. Day 2- Another amazing breakfast and a very sweet server who was overheard saying that it did not feel like she ever left from the day before. Interesting. We were unsure about tips for breakfast at Buckhorn (and all B&Bs) so we looked around both mornings to make sure people were not tipping. We did not want our servers to think that we did not appreciate them. No one left anything that we could see but made sure our appreciation was known even though it lacked in comparison to the past. All that being said, as we left, we were glad to have a rare weekend away. This is where things got the most interesting. My husband turned in the key and after no response from the lady at the front desk, asked if there was anything else we needed to do. Her response: "Your gift card did not cover gratuity." He and I were both embarrassed. Gratuity for breakfast? Okay, so he handed her $20. We did not eat dinner there and no one visited our room at any point. It left us feeling disappointed and embarrassed. All that being said, we have loved our times at Buckhorn but probably will not be back.

beautiful old Inn with a stallar view of the mountains on the back porch. We managed to get in for dinner which is tough as they only have 35 tables and most are for guests of the Inn. its is a 35 dollar fixe prix dinner. we had flounder which was very nice along with soup, salad and dessert. highly recommended. even if only for the view. Gary the server is very helpful.

Beautiful place, horrible food. We had been wanting to try this place for dinner for awhile and finally got a chance last night. Based on the review we were expecting an excellent meal, but sadly we were both very disappointed. The lodge is beautiful, looks like a really great place to stay, the food however, was horrible! The soup had no taste, the salad had a dressing of just olive oil with no seasoning, and the main course couldn't even be eaten. The pork chop was cooked to a point it couldn't even be cut with a knife, atop the pork chop was a cold mixture of what looked liked canned apples. The vegetables were obviously frozen and cooked too long. For dessert they brought us banana cake with caramel sauce. The cake was so dry the caramel couldn't even save it. It was also disheartening that even though we sent back full plates of food, the waitress didn't even ask if something was wrong. I am hoping this was just a bad night for this place because we wanted to like it, but just could not.

Warning! Room was much more "worn and tired" than the pictures. VERY low ceilings. Very claustrophobic. Interenet is so slow you cant use it. Our room was up some TINY staircase that only one person can go up or down at a time. Will never go back and will try and let others know the real side of this place. Very old and outdated in all ways!!!!! Look elsewhere NOW!!

Where do I start? Over the past few years we have stayed at several B&Bs. This one takes the cake! I fell upon it by accident when driving from Asheville, NC back home to Chicago. I used my trusty bedandbreakfast.com and upon opening the website I got a good feeling from it. Normally I do not choose B&Bs that call themselves "Inn" b/c I do not want a small hotel, I want a B&B. This is as good as a B&B can get. They have such a great selection of rooms, small cottages and entire homes for rent. Even the homes can be rented nightly. The prices are reasonable and include the best breakfast I have ever had at a B&B. Did I mention that the Inn keepers are browsing the dining room saying hello during breakfast? They are not at all invasive, just a quick hello to make sure everything is to your liking. They address you by Mrs. or Mr. (enter your last name here) and it is so charming that their manners are so polished. The views here are wonderful too. Unlike any I have experienced at a hotel (well maybe the view at the Four Seasons in Hawaii was just as good). The only complaint we had is that we could only stay one night b/c this was the last leg of our trip. I wish so bad that I would have completely skipped the Inn at the Biltmore (which was twice the price of the Buckhorn Inn!) in Asheville, NC and traveled to the smokey mountains in Gatlinburg, TN sooner. I love staying at places where wonderful, friendly service is a given. This place gets it!! I am already planning a trip back hopefully over labor day and I live 10 hours away!! Tons to do in the area too. Beautiful place--God's Country as my mom would call it....Lastly, this is my first time placing a review on Yelp. This place is that good that I want others to know. My boyfriend suggested that I don't do the review b/c he doesn't want The Buckhorn Inn to get too crowded. He loved it equally as much as I did! Nicely done Buckhorn Inn!

I had eaten at the Buckhorn just once prior to last night; my parents love the Buckhorn and eat here at least once every visit they make to the Smokies (and often more). I contacted the Buckhorn in May to see if we could make some arrangements for a family dinner to celebrate my parents' 50th wedding anniversary, and the Buckhorn was wonderful about making the arrangements. We had a private dining room, and our server was so attentive. The kitchen was very conscientious about my food allergies. When the grandsons wanted more bread, more was sent out immediately. The table was decorated with fun confetti and little place cards wishing my parents a happy anniversary. The food was fantastic, and my ten-year-old declared the five-onion soup to be his all-time favorite, replacing baked ziti as his #1 favorite dish. The Smoky Mountain Trout was fantastic, too. Dining at the Buckhorn Inn is a wonderful experience!