I chose this place because I didn't want to stay in a chain hotel. This place is fabulous!!! It has the look/feel of a mountain lodge, but is completely renovated. Rooms are clean, restaurant right next door, BEER right next door. The people that own the place treat you like family. Reasonably priced. This is now the only place I stay when I travel to the Great Smokey Mountain area. Lots to do on this stretch of road, from tubing to fishing to exploring a cavern. And theres a laundromat within walking distance. If your looking for a convenient, clean, friendly, good priced place to stay, this is it.