| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 12 positive, 0 negative]
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| 06/15/09 |
Positive
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| Our writing group, the StoryLoft Writers, rented this property for a retreat. The kitchen was well-stocked, the bedrooms and living spaces comfortable and the deck provided a wonderful space for an outdoor meal. We had plenty of togetherness, but also ample space to split up and get to the task of writing. The two best things about this particular cottage were: (1) the extreme graciousness and attention to detail provided by the hosts and (2) the remote location with its wonderful quietness. I think it would also make a great place to have a family or friendly gathering or even a work retreat. There is a big yard for children or grownups to play and hiking trails. The surrounding scenery is gorgeous and the distance to the lake completely manageable. I would highly recommend The Cottage at Hemlock Grove. |
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L M Smith, Knoxville, Tennessee |
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| 04/03/09 |
Positive
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| This was our second visit to The Cottage in Hemlock Grove. It is beautiful, clean, and very accomodating for our vacation with another family. The Bunkhouse is also wonderful. The owner has recently added a bathroom and a kitchen area. The children really loved it. The mountains are gorgeous. We enjoyed hiking, playing pool, relaxing in the hot tub, and spending time together as a family. The owner was attentive and concerned with our comfort. We hope to return for a 3rd time next year. We would definitely recommend this place! |
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David Williams, Simpsonville, SC |
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| 07/07/08 |
Positive
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| My family and I had a wonderful vacation at the Hemlock Grove house. Everything about the week was perfect. The weather cooperated and we had beautiful cool mornings to sit on the deck and drink coffee and clear nights to sit around the fire pit and enjoy the evening. My sons and I rode our motorcycles and had a great time riding all the great roads in the area. The Dragon is less than an hour away and the Cherahala skyway is even closer. However, the local roads are just as much fun to ride, plenty of turns and twists and lots and lots of gorgeous scenery. The lakes and the streams in the area are spectacular. We also had a great time hiking the trails around the house, playing pool and relaxing on the deck and front porch. There were eight in our party and the house had plenty of room for us all and with 3 bathrooms, I never heard anyone complain. The bedrooms were very warm and comfortable and the family room and living room afforded plenty of space for everyone to “have their own space” if they so chose. We had a wonderful time at Hemlock house and look forward to returning in the future. |
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Gary Scribner, Arcadia,FL
863-491-0831 |
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| 12/07/07 |
Positive
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| We enjoyed our Thanksgiving holiday together as a family there. The house was clean and well renovated. |
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Anonymous, St Robert MO |
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| 08/21/07 |
Positive
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Absolutly wonderful! Hemlock Grove was more than anything we could have anticipated. Our three children were in heaven. Pristine accomodations consistant with incredible vistas. We left with great memories of the beauty of nature and the serenity of Hemlock Grove. Thank you so much for being who you are and for sharing Hemlock Grove with us.
Todd Jakelis
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Todd Jakelis, Bradenton, FL
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| 08/06/07 |
Positive
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| Our family reunion! All had agreed on the dates and we had reserved several cabins at Watts Bar Dam - but it turned out to be undesirable. Frantically, the month before we were to meet (23 July) I was trying to find a place for 25 family members from New Mexico, Colorado, South Carolina, North CArolina, Ohio, Georgia and Alabama to congregate. Somehow we ran across Hemlock Grove. ( A God moment - - vacation rentals by owner VRBO). It was absolutely perfect! Fully equipped for preparation of Thanksgiving dinner (in July). The bunk house was a godsend. Six children had their own hideaway - they called it a childrens paradise. Pool table, craft table, fridge. It is a lovely warm home we thoroughly enjoyed. Secluded, inviting. We also rented Lakewood for the overflow and it also was a lovely place to stay. All in all we had a wonderful stay. The cottage accommadated our family tradition of Charades and a Bocce tournment. We had a lot of rain and were without power for a while - but Woody, the caretaker was Johhny on the spot with a phone call. I would heartily recommend the cottage at Hemlock Grove or the Lakehouse to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay in Tennessee. The owner was very attentive. Thanks! |
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Carol Lynn Frow, Lincoln, Alabama
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| 07/13/07 |
Positive
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Thank you so much for a wonderful stay at Hemlock Grove. It was the perfect getaway for our family reunion; an excellent value, quiet, spacious, very comfortable, and clean as a whistle! There was plenty of seating and space for everyone and a dining table big enough for all to sit and enjoy the good meals we cooked in that well equipped kitchen. Every night after dinner we sat on the deck enjoying the smell of a wood fire waiting for our nightly entertainment... a continuous procession of fireflies followed by a profusion of stars! We live in a bustling city so those magnificent, calm, starry mountain summer nights were special to us. There was even the scent of Magnolias from the trees in the front yard... We WILL be back. Hemlock Grove is in our hearts forever.
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The Mobleys, Austin, Texas |
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| 12/01/05 |
Positive
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| Hemlock Grove was a great house for us to stay at. What a beautiful area and house. We could hike and relax and not worry about hearing traffic. |
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M. Warren |
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| 08/13/05 |
Positive
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| This was our first visit to this area, and we enjoyed a memorable visit to The House in Hemlock Grove. This very spacious and well-appointed house is situated in a glen crowned with majestic hemlocks and magnolias. If one longs for a quiet and serene place away from the noise and traffic of urban life, this is certainly a place to visit. While located among stately trees adjacent to the Cherokee National Forest and near the beautiful lakes of Chilhowee and Tellico, there is much to see and do for both children and adults in the local area. It is very rare these days to be able to stay in such a very nice 5 bedroom house for the price of a standard hotel room. We are very glad we found it. |
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Tom & Connie Lilly |
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| 01/17/05 |
Positive
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| We organized a small family reunion at Christmas and stayed at Hemlock Grove. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The grounds and home were clean, beautiful and comfortable. Thanks, Lee for a great time. |
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Carl Lillis, Dayton, Ohio
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| 11/10/04 |
Positive
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| My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay in Hemlock Groves. We "city folks" thought we'd go through witdrawals, but the week went by too fast. The house itself could not be any better ... and everything's been thought of! We highly recommend it to anyone seeking a true mountain getaway, with all the comforts of home. |
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Carmen Nelson
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| 10/19/04 |
Positive
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| The grounds were so peaceful. The lovely trees, the pure air and the sense of privacy were unmatched. The house itself was pristine. Each bedroom and each bath was spotless and done in excellent taste. Fine towels, a well-equipped kitchen with good quality tools and dishes was another plus. The back deck was pleasurable and we highly recommend it as a peaceful, quality home in which to de-stress |
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Dr, Joy K. Johnson
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