The Apple Barn

There’s nothing quite like a cozy cabin getaway in November. The air is crisp, the trees are bursting with color, and the Smoky Mountains make the perfect backdrop for a relaxing retreat. Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend or a quiet escape with friends, here’s how to make the most of your cozy cabin stay this fall.

1. Settle In and Get Cozy

Start by creating that classic cabin atmosphere. Light a fire in the fireplace, curl up with a blanket, and enjoy a good book or conversation by the glow. Make use of the cabin’s amenities, play a round of pool or board games, watch a movie on the big screen, or soak in the private hot tub while taking in the cool autumn air. With a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor grill, you can cook up a hearty dinner and enjoy your meal on the deck surrounded by the beauty of fall.

2. Explore the Great Outdoors

When you’re ready to venture outside, take advantage of the season’s stunning scenery. Drive along scenic routes like Cades Cove Loop Road or the Blue Ridge Parkway for breathtaking views of fall foliage. Go for a hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just start early to avoid crowds. You can also visit a local pumpkin patch, explore Gatlinburg’s charming downtown, or stop by the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival for crafts and seasonal fun.

3. Plan Ahead for a Perfect Trip

November is a busy month in the Smokies, so book your cabin and activities early. For a quieter experience, try visiting midweek instead of the weekend. And don’t forget to plan your meals and stock up on groceries before you arrive so you can focus on relaxing and enjoying your autumn escape.

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The Apple Barn is a barn, it was built back in 1910 and was part of the farm that the Hicks and Kilpatrick families bought in 1972. They planted their first trees in 1976 and the Apple Barn continues to plant more every year. The orchard now has more than 4,000 trees. The old cattle barn was renovated in 1980, left mostly as is with some updates and refinishing a new era for The Apple Barn began in 1981. A cider room was added to view apple pressing in the fall and being made into cider. The Apple Barn also started to carry a variety of sweet apple treats such as pie, doughnuts, dumplings, & candy. Over the past 20 years, they have continued to add applewood bacon and hams and present their mountain recipe apple butter. They have also added in addition The Creamery ice cream parlor which features all their apple specialties.

Further expansion included the renowned original Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant, and in 1995 Applewood Farmhouse Grill opened along with the Apple Barn Winery, specializing in delightful apple and fruit wines.

So if cider and pies make a huge part of a fall tradition for you be sure and check out everything that The Apple Barn has to offer!