We received good news today: “TripAdvisor is delighted to recognize Buckhorn Inn with a 2013 Certificate of Excellence. This prestigious award, which places you in the top-performing 10% of all businesses worldwide on TripAdvisor, is given to businesses that consistently earn high ratings from TripAdvisor travelers.” Thanks to all those guests who have written about their experience at Buckhorn on TripAdvisor.

Photograph of Mushrooms at Cottage 1by Buckhorn Inn Regular Robert Sargent

Letters like this one from a recent visitor from the Northwest makes innkeeping such a pleasure! As I said today, I had a most pleasurable time at Buckhorn Inn.  Your type of business is rare.  Your hospitality and that of all the staff was  such a memorable experience that it will stay with me for decades.  The meals and service at the Inn  are of exceptional quality.  My mind could truly wander here and create my travel log with a sense of intimacy and feeling.  I enjoyed the Smokies, the beauty, tranquility, and attachment to nature.  Having reached the Appalachian Trail fulfilled a desire from many years ago.  I will never forget the experience.  My experience at the Cosby Campground and annex to four hiking trails was a wonderful and lasting experience.  Thank you again to you, John, Bob (or does he prefer Robert), Libby, Nina, Electa, Heidi, Gloria, Frank, and Gary.

Location, location, location. This lovely Gatlinburg inn is so close to the activity of town, yet set in a lovely wooded enclave of peace and quiet. The views of the Great Smoky Mountains are stunning and the wonderful food can’t be beat. It’s innovative and comforting “homestyle” at the same time. Marvelous. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in one of the premier rooms and loved strolling the grounds and walking through the Labyrinth. Don’t miss the chance to stay here on your travels through Gatlinburg.

Hospitality is the art of making others feel welcome, comfortable, and at home.  It’s the talent for spready warmth and kindness that will be remembered always.  Your hospitality was all this–and so much more.  We will return!

Note from Knoxville Guests:  Thanks for your hospitality.  It was warm and wonderful–just like you!  We thank you for the wonderful, caring hospitality you provide.  We enjoyed our time at Buckhorn and look forward to our next visit.