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Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, is
a hidden treasure known as Blackberry Farm. This 2,500-acre
estate offers a beautiful mountain setting located within
25 miles of Knoxville, yet light years away from the stresses
of daily life.
From the minute you drive down the country road, pass
the pristine white fences, and enter the drive along beside
the rolling hills, you know you have, indeed, arrived
to a very special place.
Blackberry Farm feels more like a visit to a rich uncle’s
country home. Each of the estate’s 44 rooms are appointed
with English-style antiques, original art and fluffy featherbeds.
The Holly Glade Cottage Suites are the most luxurious
accommodations and offer private porches with rockers,
wood-burning fireplaces and whirlpool baths. The staff
treats you like family.
Chef John Fleer’s highly acclaimed “Foothills
Cuisine”, considered by many to be the highlight
of their stay, is served in the original 1930’s Main
House, a treat available only
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to registered guests. Once you have experienced
dining and enjoyed selections from Blackberry’s
award winning wine list, you will agree that this
country-estate is destined to become the South’s
leading food and wine destination.
Cooking schools with famous guest chefs and world-class
vintners are offered throughout the year and private
cooking demonstrations and wine tastings in the Maple
Cottage cellar are available to small groups.
Blackberry offers one of the country’s finest
fly fishing programs. Two stocked ponds and over a
mile of trophy trout water are located on the property
and guided fly fishing trips are also available in
the neighboring Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Guests explore the property’s paved and
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natural trails on horseback, mountain bike or with a guided
hike led by Dwight McCarter, a fascinating character and
retired park ranger whose life stories are frequently
noted as the highlight of any excursion.
The Aveda-concept spa, located in the charming 1870’s
farmhouse offers a perfect place for relaxing - second
only to some quiet time in a rocking chair on the Main
House veranda overlooking the breathtaking mountain views.
Rates are based on the Full American Plan and include
a full Tennessee breakfast served in the dining room,
a gourmet picnic lunch and nightly five course candlelight
dinner. Sunday guests enjoy special breakfast baskets
in the privacy of their guest rooms along with Sunday
brunch served in the Main House. Pantries are located
in all suites and throughout the property’s living
rooms fully stocked with complimentary snacks, sodas,
juices and even the irresistible Dove Bars.
Whether you are looking for a small retreat for ten executives
or exclusive property use with all 44 rooms, Blackberry
Farm is an excellent choice for any event that has to
be perfect.
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