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Buckhorn Inn
Categories: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels & Travel Bed & Breakfast Hotels, Bed & Breakfast [Edit]
2140 Tudor Mountain RdGatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-4668
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
2 reviews for Buckhorn Inn
2 reviews in English
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Review from Melissa B.
Nashville, TN
11/6/2011
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. -
Review from D S.
Alpharetta, GA
3/3/2008
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).
Specialties
Our Gatlinburg TN bed and breakfast inn is located within a half mile of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the Arts and Crafts Community. Looking for fabulous Smoky Mountain views, superb service, full range of in-room amenities, marvelous cuisine at breakfast and dinner? Look no further than this Gatlinburg bed and breakfast--Buckhorn Inn, a favorite among discriminating travelers since 1938. Accommodation styles on this 30 acre property include traditional inn rooms, suite, cottages and guest houses. All rates include a hearty home-cooked breakfast served in the dining room or in your accommodation at no additional cost. Beautiful grounds include meditation labyrinth, nature trail, gardens and a pond where our swans Pen and Teller preside.
History
Established in 1938
Buckhorn Inn was founded by Douglas and Audrey Bebb in 1938. Douglas Bebb became interested in Gatlinburg and the Smokies because of his parents, amateur botanists, who visited the newly established Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the early 1930's. With the help of his parents, this young couple bought the present property and designed and built the inn and it was operated as a family business for the next 40 years. Today the Inn is owned and managed by Lee and John Mellor who carry on the Bebb's tradition of offering fine accommodation food in a relaxing and peaceful setting.
One of the greatest beauties of the Inn has always been its effect on people. Perhaps because it lies in the lap of such majesty, it reminds its guests, its staff and its owners of our collective insignificance. All of us at Buckhorn strive to maintain the beauty of the Inn and to preserve and advance Douglas Bebb's ideal of providing travelers with a respite from the hurly-burly of everyday life.
Meet the Manager: Libby H.
Who's that woman in black at breakfast? It's not Johnny Cash's sister. It's Libby--our new Dining Room Supervisor. Libby is a warm, friendly lady who knows alot about the Smokies as well as how to serve breakfast. Guests adore her for her easy-going ways and great service. She has two children, one still at home and one who is in his first year of college.
