Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
28 Bussell Ln, Gordonsville, TN 38563-4511
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What you can expect during your stay
- All linens sanitized in high-temperature wash
- Hand sanitizer available to guests & staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Staff required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless check-in
- Contactless check-out
Updated 03/19/21 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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Updated 03/19/21 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Butterfly Hollow is nestled at the end of a private road in a storybook setting, on 85 secluded acres, just a short scenic 45 minute drive east of Nashville in a quaint riverside town. These Cumberland plateau foothills are where those from Nashville and other nearby cities come to play. The close proximity to mountain streams filled with rainbow trout, hiking and biking trails and two beautiful, scenic lakes, less than ten minutes away, makes Butterfly Hollow a perfect getaway for families, couples, recording artists, songwriters and the discerning traveler looking for a little peace and solitude during their visit to Tennessee. It's the perfect hideaway for Romantic Getaways, A Weekend with Friends, an Escape for the Whole Family, a Private Artist / Writer's Retreat, Special Events, and Intimate Weddings.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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28 Bussell Ln, Gordonsville, TN 38563-4511
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I can't recommend this place enough for a small wedding. My husband and I got married here, with 30 people total (we rented the whole place), in *April 2019* (Tripadvisor won't let me go back that far, which makes sense -- I just didn't think to check here). The grounds are beautiful. The host, Dave, is amazing. He handled everything, patiently and thoroughly explained all details and bills (I had zero unexpected costs). The day of our wedding, he was always quietly nearby if we needed anything and inconspicuously ushered the event into each next phase. And he's just a genuinely nice person. The grounds are beautiful; the photos don't do it justice. If you're an outdoorsy couple, even remotely, you'll love it. That's why we chose it. Quiet, green, secluded. And plenty of space to play for kids ... my young nieces and nephews *loved it* (and ran around so much in the grass that they all went straight to sleep!). The cost is beyond reasonable. We were living in Chicago at the time and had to quickly move up our wedding date to accommodate special family members, which made an outdoor wedding impossible in Chicago (unless we wanted to get married in sub-zero temperatures). We randomly found Butterfly Hollow because we have family in Nashville. Dave miraculously had a Saturday available, and we got married about two months later. Again, highly recommend. Dave handles everything ... cake, flowers, bouquet, food, venue, breakfast in the morning if you stay, etc.…
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from David Yakes, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Sep 21, 2021
Thank you for an amazing review. Glad I had the last weekend of April available and enjoyed hosting your friends/family. May be two years ago but never to late to write a review. :-)
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Dave did an absolutely amazing job with our wedding. Every detail was thought out and planned. We were thrilled we chose this place to start our life together. The b and b was excellent and exceeded our expectations. We will be back.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Traveled
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Response from David Yakes, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Nov 18, 2020
I am happy you selected Butterfly Hollow and everything exceeded your expectations. Look forward to celebrating future anniversaries when you return.
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My other half and I had our wedding here on 10-4, and Dave was amazing! He specializes in small weddings, and made our whole experience relatively stress-free. What little stress remained was entirely of our own making, as he was fully willing and able to handle anything we threw at him. He planned all the details of our wedding with our input, officiated for us, and even helped arrange the reception at an off-site location that he partners with. My new bride and I were blown away by how stunning the property was, as well as his level of service and professionalism. On top of everything else that blew us away, we had a beautiful, small wedding for around half the cost we were initially expecting. Our guests kept asking how we found this hidden gem, and all we could think was how lucky we were to have found it on Google. We will absolutely be planning a trip back up there, probably some time next summer. If you're thinking of scheduling a weekend getaway within 50 miles of Nashville and were considering staying at the Butterfly Hollow, DO IT! Book it now! Book it yesterday, if you could.…
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from David Yakes, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Nov 18, 2020
Thank you for your amazing review. In a year where all of our lives have been turned upside down it is a great to know your special day was stress-free and your guests were blown away. My goal for this to happen has been achieved. Look forward to your return visit.
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Beautiful, comfortable property surrounded by woods and wildlife. Dave is an exceptional host. We stayed in Leytons Porch room and the bed was super comfortable and shower was very nice. A great getaway for couples looking to relax and enjoy nature.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Traveled
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Response from David Yakes, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Aug 20, 2020
Thank you Jeff and Linda. I appreciate the compliment and happy you were able to enjoy the Hollow for a few days. Look forward to your return visit.
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My Mom and I visited for a girls weekend. The whole stay was amazing. The hospitality was unheard of. I work in the Hotel Industry and have never encountered this level of service and friendliness. Dave is amazing and our breakfast were delicious. I will return and next time bring my husband, can't wait.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from davey718, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Dec 3, 2019
Thank you for the review Jacque. All those years in the trenches has paid off and I continue to love what I do. Look forward to your return and meeting your husband.
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The Duchess of Stirlingshire wrote a review Sep 2019
Hendersonville, Tennessee6 contributions2 helpful votes
You may have noticed this venue has only 5 star reviews. This makes the well-deserved 175th one!!! My now husband and I were looking for a venue to host a small, intimate wedding for about 25 people and found Butterfly Hollow. We stayed the night before the wedding and the next morning our host, Dave, had cooked up a wonderful breakfast. We enjoyed chatting with him over our meal. We had plenty of time to relax and prepare for our early evening wedding. There was a wedding before ours and we we amazed how seamlessly it was for Dave to have their group on their way prior to our guests arriving. Dave made everything so easy for us. We were able to simply enjoy the day and the company of friends and family and not have to stress over any details. It couldn’t have been a more perfect evening. If you want a low stress, beautiful wedding, we highly recommend Dave and Butterfly Hollie. …
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Traveled
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Response from davey718, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Oct 1, 2019
Thank you Tory. It was an amazing day and happy things appeared seamless and stress free for both you and M. Look forward to celebrating many anniversary's in the years to come.
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My husband and I eloped here about a week ago, and the entire experience was amazing! Dave is a fantastic host who can cook a mean breakfast! The scenery and landscape is breathtaking, and just what we needed to relax and unwind from our hectic life at home. I highly recommend Butterfly Hollow for any wedding needs, and also if you're just in need of a getaway. We are already in the process of planning a return trip.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Traveled
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Response from davey718, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Jul 26, 2019
Thank you Alyssa. It was fantastic to share in your special day and look forward to your return trip! I will continue to hone my breakfast cooking skills!
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My wife and I were in the area and made sure we had a night to pay Dave a visit and stay at Butterfly Hollow. This is our 4th visit in 5 years, and it is NEVER disappointing. Dave is an excellent cook and a terrific person. Butterfly Hollow was in pristine condition as spring is taking hold in Middle Tennessee. We had an awesome, quiet evening in the country. We are already looking forward to our next visit.
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Traveled
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Room Tip: I urge anyone who is considering Butterfly Hollow to book a stay.
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Response from davey718, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded May 1, 2019
Thanks Chad. Always a pleasure to see you and Ty. Appreciate the kind words and look forward to your 5th visit when you are back in the area.
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We spent an evening here at the end of March and it was still a little chilly. When we arrived a fire was already burning in the wood stove. We had some time for a nice hike on the marked trail around the property and enjoyed the hot tub. Beautiful setting. No other guests were in the cabin so we had the place to ourselves. Dave came in the morning to cook us breakfast. Very enjoyable and relaxing.
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Traveled
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Room Tip: Leyland's Porch was very roomy and on the first floor.
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Response from davey718, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded May 1, 2019
Thank you for your review. Always a relaxing setting to have a fire burning, hot tub ready for a soak, and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Looking forward to your return visit and a little more R&R time for both of you.
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We had a 2 day stay and elopement package which was just wonderful! Can't say enough good things about Butterfly Hollow and Dave. The grounds are lovely and so peaceful! It was the perfect getaway and we really got to relax and decompress during our stay. Dave is so friendly and anticipated our every request. He took care of all of our needs and made us feel very welcome and comfortable. The breakfasts were fabulous and yummy... apple pancakes, ham & cheese omelets... and amazing zucchini bread! We stayed in Leyton's porch which has a screened in porch attached and it was perfect at night to sit & relax... and listen to the crickets! It was pure bliss and we hope to return!
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Traveled
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Room Tip: Leyton's Porch has a lovely attached screened porch.
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Response from David Y, Owner at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat
Responded Oct 8, 2018
Thank you so much. Appreciate the wonderful review and look forward to your return.
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PRICE RANGE
$175 - $185 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesTennesseeGordonsville
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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Which popular attractions are close to Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat?
Nearby attractions include The Candy Bar (3.5 miles), Teresa's Gifts (3.5 miles), and Jeeptime (3.5 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a hot tub.
Is parking available at Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Butterfly Hollow - A Hidden Retreat?
Conveniently located restaurants include Timberloft Restaurant, BB's Bistro, and El Corral Mexican Restaurant.