Stayed here for two nights while in Knoxville for business. The Richmont is wonderfully relaxing, it would make a great romantic weekend getaway or a perfect place to rest and recharge.

The structure itself is unique. A three story building built in a cantolevere style (small base with larger upper floors). This means there are lots of stairs which means this location may not be the best choice for someone who needs accessability accomodations.

The Inn is decorated in rustic Applicaccian/Native American art. There are nice couches and great books as well as table games and other items to keep one busy.

The location is wonderfully situated on a heavily forested ridge overlooking a valley and the mountains beyond. Great Smokey Mountain National Park is about 20 minutes away. It is also about 20 minutes back into town to a variety of resturaunts. There are a few places to eat close by but the selection appears limited if you wish to drive less than 20 minutes.

I stayed in the Sequoah room which is on the third floor. The room had an oversized king bed (actually two twins with a materess pad on top). It also had a nice couch, and a couple of chairs. There is a two person jetted tub in the bathroom. Decorations in the room were themed to present the life story of Sequoah. Very rustic native american look. The room also has a small balcony that overlooks the forest.

Both evenings I was there the candlelight dessert served between 8 and 9 was absolutely wonderful and breakfast both mornings was to die for!!!!

The staff at the Inn were fantastic, they were very personable and seemed very pleased to answer all my questions. One example of how they went out of their way to be of assistance, I forgot my razor and as I have said I was there on business. I asked at the front desk about a razor. They didn't have one at the moment, but they had one to me by the time I had finished breakfast.

There are two small items that travelers should be aware of when considering a stay at this location. First, there are no televisions on the property. I personally enjoyed not having TV around, but some may find that to be a significant issue. Second, the rooms do not have locks on the doors. However, I didn't think that security is a problem. The Inn is very secure and I access to the upper floors (where the rooms are) is limited to regestered guests.

My wife and I stayed at the Richmont Inn for 4 days while visiting the Smokey Mountain area- The Inn was very clean and comfortable- Breakfasts were outstanding- The grounds were very nice for exploring- The location couldn't have been better- The candlelight desserts were a nice touch we had not experienced before-The staff/owners were very friendly and helpful- We would definitley stay there again- The only negatives (we considered them minor) were a little barking from the owners' dogs, the desserts were genrally the same each of our 4 nights, and their computer system needs an overhaul (initially, they lost our reservation- then, they lost my deposit- all were taken care of satisfactorilly- just make sure you continue to confirm)

We have stayed at the inn many times over the past 14 years, but were truly disappointed this trip. The breakfast and desserts remain excellent, but other things are slipping. There was a large area of dust on the back of the nightstands which I didn't notice until the second night. The room could have used a thorough cleaning including vacuming the windows. The ice bucket was left with water in it and no plastic bag for more ice. Glasses and wine bottle was not collected. The music selections, which we have always enjoyed, were played for VERY long times without changes - once it was even Christmas music. The attention to detail which you would expect at these prices is not what it should be.

My husband and I have stayed at the Richmont Inn on several occasions. The Inn's decor is impeccable. We have never been disappointed. Special attention is given to the bed linens. The most comfortable sleep I have had in a while. The breakfast was delcious. The Inn's granola is to die for. We throughly enjoyed the fondue dinner at the cafe. The candlelite dessert in the evening was excellent. The coffees are all wonderful. It was the perfect thing to top off an enjoyable day. Jim and Susan, the owners are always very cordial and go out of their way to make your stay a memorable one. It is so nice to be able to leave the hectic world behind and enjoy a little bit of the peaceful side of the Smokeys.

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