Blackberry Farm, Walland, TN

OVERVIEW of Blackberry Farm

Few places can match the beauty of the 4200 acre Blackberry Farm. Add exquisite accommodations, exceptional food, an amazing wine cellar and near perfect service, and you have a weekend like few others. It’s rolling hills are bordered by sparkling white fences, there’s a dazzling pond and Boathouse at the base of the Main complex hill, a wonderful farmhouse used as the appropriately named Farmhouse Spa and a delightful pavilion set on another pond and used for various functions.

The main complex consists of three buildings; Reception, Chestnut Cottage and the Main House. Reception, also houses the Gift Shop; Chestnut Cottage, is the property’s recreation spot with a fireplace, comfortable chairs and couches, a pool table, piano, game tables, a bar and a complete fitness center. The Main House which sits majestically atop a knoll overlooking the foothills, is home to the Dogwood restaurant and bar and guest rooms. Outside the buildings are white shingled with stone facades and slate roofs. Inside, they are marvelously decorated with rich fabrics, heavy draperies, oriental carpets, stunning artwork and the always dramatic mountain vistas from nearly every window.

THE ROOMS at Blackberry Farm

There are 68 rooms on the property ranging from smaller historic and estate rooms to 3-5 bedroom homes. Interiors are designed by BF Interiors and feature rich fabrics, luxury linens, custom bath products and stunning artwork. All of the rooms are wonderfully comfortable, but the Cottage Suites are about 600 sq feet and have covered porches with rocking chairs, wood burning fireplaces, a King featherbed, large bathrooms with double vanities and a whirlpool bath. Oh my…

DINING at Blackberry Farm

Dining at Blackberry Farm is truly a “foodie’s” paradise. Helmed by Executive Chef Cassidee Dabney, a veteran of the Four Seasons brand, the Farm’s signature Foothills Cuisine®, is inspired by seasonal, farm-fresh products and produce grown in a garden a short walk away from The Barn. Blackberry Farm brings together a rare collection of artisans – the chef, the master gardener, the baker, the cheesemaker, the forager, the butcher, the preservationist, the restaurant manager, the sommelier.

Breakfast and lunch are served in the Main House restaurant and dinner in The Dogwood, a relaxed fine-dining experience or in The Barn, a turn-of-the-century, bank-style barn, which offers an elevated dining experience.

Menus change frequently, but a recent sampling included, Asparagus & Beemster Cheese with crispy ham, roasted garlic aioli, crispy shallots and herbs; Alabama Red Royal Shrimp with leek puree, crispy potatoes and chive; Elysian Fields Farm lamb with crispy polenta, herb puree, creme fraiche and grilled cauliflower and carrots; Brown Butter Poached Trout, with smoked whipped pecans, picked ramps, Marigold syrup, mushrooms and garden greens. And for dessert, Georgia Oil Oil Corn Cake with Spring citrus and Earl Grey.

The wine cellar boasts some 9,000 different selections and The Barn’s Bar program offers an impressive spirits list with over 300 Whiskies and Brandies, many of which are simply unattainable outside of Blackberry Farm.

THE SERVICE at Blackberry Farm

The staff is exceedingly well-trained and go out of their way to make your experience special, as befits a Relais & Chateau property. Golf carts are available to transverse the property. Each morning guests receive a “Times Digest”, a summary of current news from the New York Times and a copy of the Blackberry News, a round-up of the days activities.

RATES at Blackberry Farm

Rates from $1.045 per night and include room for two, three meals for two per day. Three night minimum

WHAT OTHERS SAY About Blackberry Farm

Forbes 4 Star-Lodge and Restaurant
Travel + Leisure 500 Best Hotels & Resorts Around the World
Conde Nast Gold List
Relais & Chateau Member
Relais & Chateau Grand Chef
Wine Spectator Grand Award
James Beard Foundation – Finalist Best Chef, Southeast

“Even” “rainy days” are “perfect” at this “cream of the crop” “getaway” in the Smokey Mountains where “beautiful” cottages with stocked pantries and a “doting but discreet” staff are “absolutely the best”; expect to “gain weight” from the “phenomenal” food at the Relais Gourmand eatery, then be distracted by the “breathtaking views” and “acres of gardens” (as well as by wonderful spa services); just be warned: you may “miss your first and second born when you hand them over for payment.” ZAGAT

When To Go

The warmer months offer the most activities, although there is plenty to do year round.

Getting There

The closest airport is Knoxville, about 30 minutes from the resort.

Things To Do

SWIMMING
Our outdoor family pool is surrounded by spectacular views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the lawns and meadows of the estate.
TENNIS
Tucked in the hillside just below the Main House and Guesthouse are two hard courts.
GUEST CARTS
Guests can rent electric carts by the hour or day for touring our many paved paths.
CANOEING
Explore the beauty of our surrounding foothills by taking an amazing journey along a pristine lake in one of our canoes.
KAYAKING
Enjoy a great adventure in the pristine waters of our surrounding lakes, paddling a kayak alongside one of their knowledgeable adventure guides.
PADDLE BOARDING
A traditional form of surfing, originating from the Hawaiian Islands, paddle boarding is a sport that has grown far beyond the pacific shores.
ARTISAN COOKING DEMONSTRATION
Join a Farmstead Artisan in an unforgettably delicious and informative cooking and wine activity. Whether it’s with the Gardener or Preservationist, you will be sure to bring home the skills to gather and prepare a meal from the freshest produce and meats. Add traditionally made cheeses, preserves and pickles, and the three course lunch becomes a visceral link to their proud agricultural traditions.
FARMSTEAD TOUR
Get an up-close look at what puts the “farm” in Blackberry Farm. Join a Farmstead guide in a comprehensive tour of the working areas of the heirloom gardens and heritage livestock pasture, all while learning the rich history of the Farm and its environs.
ON PROPERTY HIKING
Nestled deep in the Foothills of the Smokies, the trail network consists of more than nine miles of trails ranging from moderate to challenging in skill level.
OFF PROPERTY HIKING
From ridge top vistas to cascading waterfalls, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers a magnificent opportunity to hike and explore the most ecologically diverse region of the southeast.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Blackberry Farm has an adjoining 200-acre property as the setting for our equestrian facility! Only a mile from the main entrance, the equestrian facility includes an arena, a flowing stream, and lovely vistas. Blackberry Stables offers direct access to the beautiful Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
ARCHERY
Archery is an ancient tradition, and for centuries it reigned as a critical piece of survival, from putting food on the table to battle and warfare. Blackberry Farm has a sheltered flat range that can be used in all seasons and weather.
WAKESURFING
This experience is set up for a complete beginner but has something to offer anyone. Our area of instruction is in the relatively new and exciting sport of wakesurfing. Unlike many water sports, this is enjoyed at low speeds and is very social in nature.
COOKING DEMONSTRATION
Join one of our artisans or chefs in preparation of a three-course midday meal, inspired by the Farm, in the Gambrel kitchen for the demonstration and lunch which will be accompanied by a glass of wine. Offering is seasonal.
WHISKEY TASTINGS
The core of American whiskey production surrounds us in the south, and the collection is comprised of both American and international whiskies. Take the opportunity to bask in the amber glow that emanates from within our bars and educate your mind and palate during a whiskey tasting with one of our beverage experts.
GROUP WINE TASTINGS
With 160,000 bottles to choose from, Blackberry Farm’s wine cellar is deep with opportunities to learn more about wine. During your stay, you can schedule an opportunity to spend time with a member of the sommelier team for an in-depth tasting and explore regions, varieties, producers and vintages. Private Wine Tastings are also available
SPORTING CLAYS
A timeless tradition with its roots coming from England, sporting clays is a classic shotgun experience perfected over the years into an ultimate game for the sportsman.
FLY FISHING
Blackberry Farm became an Orvis-endorsed fishing lodge in 2001. Blackberry was recognized as the 2003 and 2004 Orvis endorsed Lodge of the Year. Guests have access to a buffet of options for freshwater fly fishing: two ponds and a stream on the property, more than 1,000 miles of fishable trout streams in the neighboring Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and beautiful stretches of the well-known Clinch or Holston Rivers.
BLACKBERRY FARM CARRIAGE RIDE
This is a great way to tour the Farm and get oriented! Clip-clop down a shady lane, and amble through the countryside.

Blackberry Farm, Walland, TN

Blackberry Farm, Walland, TN

OVERVIEW of Blackberry Farm

THE ROOMS at Blackberry Farm

DINING at Blackberry Farm

THE SERVICE at Blackberry Farm

RATES at Blackberry Farm

WHAT OTHERS SAY About Blackberry Farm

When To Go

Getting There

Things To Do

Advance Search

The Wow Factor

Notes From the Road

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