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The Hemlock House's enchanting great room with cathedral ceiling and fireplace and the panoramic wraparound deck with mountain and wildlife vistas are the 2 features of this cabin that returning guests enjoy most. This architectural gem in the forest, with 4 bathrooms, 3 spacious guest rooms and a bonus room, can sleep up to 10 people.

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Hemlock House

About 1/4 mile below the Lodge sits the Chestnut Farmhouse, built by the Pilkton family at the turn of the last century and completely renovated by a master carpenter in 1995-1996. Its 5 guestrooms and 3 full baths can accommodate up to 14 people. The house also features a full kitchen, large dining area, and laundry amenities, as well as a living room equipped with a TV, VCR, and DVD player.

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Chestnut Farmhouse

"Can't believe it was a horse barn!" is what those who grew up around here say when they see the magic that was done by combining a perfect blend of old and new architecture. Diagonal white-pine ceilings, skylights, ancient timbers, private decks and spectacular views are what guests describe as "seductive simplicity".

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Sequoia Cottage

The Lodge is great for family gatherings, business retreats, church groups, weddings, and more.

A picturesque wooden barn has been generously renovated into a modern facility with rustic charm. It has 10 guestrooms with 10 private baths. Each room features international and nature themed décor. Modern kitchen facilities are available for guests to prepare their own meals or for the use of a hired caterer. The fireplace downstairs offers a comfortable gathering place. Satellite TV and Internet Access are also included.

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Tennessee Mountain Lodge

We have well equipped facilities at our Over Mountain Center that will host: Meetings, Workshops, Reunions, Weddings, and other organized events.

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Conference Center

The Cherokee House is a beautifully remodeled early 20th Century Saltbox style architecture. It accommodates comfortably 8 guests, has 4 bedrooms, 1 Living room, 1 full modern kitchen lined with pine cabinets, new and extensive counter space, 1 laundry facility, 2 full baths and 2 extra sinks with appliances. Please note that the beds in all bedrooms may be made up as 2 single beds or one king bed.

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Come Stay At Our Private 300 Acre Mountain & Wildlife Retreat!
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The Lodge

The Lodge

Mountain Lodge - 10 individual guest rooms, kitchen, dining room, lounge areas with fireplace and coffee bar.

Four Guest Houses

Four Guest Houses

4 Guest Houses - The Hemlock House, The Chestnut Farmhouse, The Cherokee House, and The Sequoia Cottage.

The Overmountain Conference Center

The Overmountain Conference Center

Conference Center - 1,200 square-foot conference facility with audio/video equipment, bathrooms, three private showers, & a kitchenette.

The Whitetail Stage

The Whitetail Stage

Amphitheater - Outdoor venue with electricity & seating for up to 600 people. Local musicians available for hire.

The Watauga Lake Overlook

The Watauga Lake Overlook

Observation Deck - Sit and relax in comfortable rocking chairs while viewing Watauga Lake.

Nine Miles of Hiking Trails

Nine Miles of Hiking Trails

On Site Activities - A large network of trails, disc golf, volleyball court, horshoe pit, and fire pit.

 
 

 

Your Destination for Tennessee Mountain Retreats and Vacations

Welcome to a unique haven of pristine wilderness beauty in the Appalachian Mountains of northeastern Tennessee.

Sugar Hollow Retreat provides elegant, yet reasonably priced accommodations for individuals and groups in an exceptional natural environment. Sugar Hollow is ideally located near the eclectic mountain towns of Banner Elk, Johnson City, and Boone, yet uniquely positioned for privacy and tranquility.

Our 300-acre property is truly a wildlife sanctuary for turkey, deer, and other small game in an environment of cliffs, rivers, mountains & meadows.

Sugar Hollow Retreat provides lodging and meeting facilities for individuals, churches, and businesses. For family vacations and other groups we offer Tennessee vacation rentals that include 4 private guest houses and a 10 bedroom lodge.

Plan Your Perfect Wedding!

Summer is in the air! Call us to book your perfect wedding venue today!  Enjoy the peaceful setting for an outdoor venue, or plan to stay with us for a beautiful summer breeze wedding!

Tennessee Mountain Weddings

Have your wedding in the beautiful mountains of Northeastern Tennessee!

A more spiritual and beautiful location for a mountain wedding would be hard to come by. Mother Nature, the original florist, greets spring wedding guests at Sugar Hollow Retreat with blooms of dogwood and redbud, mountain laurel and flame azalea. The mountains tower over the retreat in the distance, reminding those gathered of the power of such a committment made before the Creator.

The Watauga Building has proven to be a great location for mountain weddings. The building itself has a large central area for gathering the guests, as well as kitchen and bathroom facilities that make it a wonderful reception venue.

Wedding guests find that the beauty of the natural Tennessee setting coincides with the beauty of the union. Weddings at Sugar Hollow have been described as "personal and romantic," setting off the importance of spending such occasions in touch with nature and loved ones.

Fast Cars & Food City

 Known as the fourth largest sports venue in America and the eighth largest venue in the world, Bristol Motor Speedway is opening its track once again for the Food City 500, on March 17, 2013.  The Food City 500 is a 500 lap race held by the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.  Considered one of the best races in NASCAR, the Food City 500 is only one of two NASCAR races to be held on the Bristol Motor Speedway.  To find out more information about this race this spring, check out the Bristol Motor Speedway website at http://www.bristol

Come Play in the Snow - Sugar Mountain Ski Slopes

 

 

Winter Holidays in the Mountains

It’s the most wonderful time of the year up at Sugar Hollow!  The surrounding ski slopes are filled with snow, and the temperature is dropping for the Christmas season!  Of course, us at Sugar Hollow are always looking ahead, as New Years is also around the corner.  It is the perfect time of the year, to plan out your own holiday adventure with both friends and family.  Plan to spend Christmas in the snow up in Butler, or plan out how to better your own life for New Years! 
 
The most common New Year’s resolution is to be healthy, eith

Beech Mountain - Celebrate a Ski-filled Christmas Vacation!

Nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina, Beech Mountain Resort offers a snow filled winter season, bringing joy and laughter to people of all ages.  At 5,506 feet, the resort is the highest ski area in the Eastern United States.  Beech Mountain Resort consists of 95 skiable acres and all 10 lifts run at 9,300 skiers per hour, giving skiers access to 16 trails.  The resort offers four restaurants and numerous sports shops and clothing stores.  Book your stay at Beech Mountain retreat today by calling 1-800-438-2093 or visit the website at http://www.beechmou

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