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18°C / 65°F
Cataloochee Ranch
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Maggie Valley, NC, United States
87 Reviews
Great Smoky Mountainsauthentic ranch experience800-acre estatestone-and-wood cabinsmountain & handicraft activities
Horseback riding, hiking and other outdoor adventures are part of everyday life at Cataloochee Ranch. Located on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina, the ranch welcomes lovers of the wilderness for pure air and relaxation. During your stay, experience ranch life in an elegant and picturesque setting. Indeed, traditional cattle breeding, just as the founders of the ranch practiced it in 1933, was reestablished on the 320 -hectare/800-acre estate.
Nearly a century later, Cataloochee Ranch has lost none of its splendor or authentic charm. Scattered around the main building, wooden and stone chalets typical of the region are filled with considered, warm décor featuring local craftsmanship. All have balconies or decks offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and gardens of unspoiled natural beauty. At Switchback, the ranch's restaurant, guests enjoy typical Appalachian cuisine with an alpine influence–dishes are made with seasonal ingredients, sourced locally, and mainly cooked on an open flame. A joyful disorientation of the taste buds as well.
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Switchback Restaurant
Chef Jeb Aldrich
Expression of the terroir
Switchback cleverly redefines ranch cooking with profound elegance. Chef Jeb Aldrich combines Appalachian culinary tradition with French techniques, creating characterful cuisine that bridges its rustic roots with sophistication. Each bite feels uniquely cultivated in the Great Smoky Mountains that border this inspiring setting.
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