Accommodations By Parkside Reviews
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Quality of service 4.4 out of 5 rating
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Alexis B. Sent on 12/01/20224.8 out of 5 rating-
Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Beautiful, unforgettable wedding!
Parkside checked all of the boxes for us- beautiful location, large cabins for our huge family, venue on site to avoid any driving, and flexibility with vendors. We used the Smoky Mountain Pavilion and rented the two large onsite cabins and everything was amazing. The cabins were spacious, our ceremony was absolutely beautiful, and the venue itself is so gorgeous that we barely needed any decor. Our wedding vibe was very family-oriented and non-traditional and the venue fit perfectly. We didn't have a lot of vendors and did a lot of the work ourselves, and they were extremely flexible with that, which I am very grateful for. We also had access to the venue for the full three days we were there, so we were able to have a very laid-back rehearsal and dinner the night before the wedding. I also cannot stress enough how helpful it was to have the venue right next to our cabins- everything was so intimate, and I was literally able to run into my room during our reception to take a breather, change my shoes, touch up my makeup, etc.
Our only real complaint was that we had a bad experience with our day-of coordinator that we were recommended by Parkside, but after some discussion it seems that they will not be recommending her services anymore. Other than that, thank you so much to Amanda for working with us to make our dream wedding happen- it was the best day of our lives!-
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Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Alexis and Sam,
Thank you for choosing Parkside Resort to have your beautiful wedding at! It was a pleasure to work with you both and be a part of your day!! I hope you will come back and visit us again to celebrate many many happy and wonderful years!!
To you both, I wish you all the love, joy and happiness together!
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Tara M. Sent on 11/09/20205 out of 5 rating
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Perfect Wedding Day!
The view was breathtaking from our cabin and pavilion. All of the staff were extremely kind and helpful with whatever was needed. The event coordinator Lauren was amazing! She was helpful and quick to respond to all my questions from the very beginning and all throughout our wedding day. She went above and beyond to make our day wonderful in coordination with our awesome wedding planner Misty (Simple Bliss Events). I cannot say enough great things about how special and perfect our wedding day was. -
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Haley H. Sent on 12/10/20195 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Stunning and perfect for a wedding with a view of the mountains. Staff is responsive and very helpful. Not one complaint!
Beautiful and so glad I used this venue! Very responsive and helpful and everything I could have wanted for a winter/Christmas/mountain destination wedding.Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Chris and Haley,
Thank you so much for choosing Parkside and all the kind words! Your wedding was beautiful and we are so glad we got to be a part of it. We wish you endless years of a prosperous marriage together! -
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Maria Sent on 04/29/20195 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Absolutely amazing!!
Everyone was so accommodating and friendly! Everyone had a great time and everything you need is on site!! Not to mention a great deal! Indoor and outdoor pool with a grill ! Loved this place and will be going back soon!-
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Lindsay Sent on 10/17/20185 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Professionalism 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Skyview Lodge and Pavillion
We used Skyview Lodge and Skyview Pavillion for our wedding location and it was absolutely perfect for our small, intimate wedding!!! It was a perfect, secluded area that met all of our needs. Parkside Resort staff were friendly and very accommodating and our Event Coordinator, Lauren, was simply amazing. We couldn't have asked for a better resort, location and team. Our guests loved the resort so much, that they are planning to reserve their own stay for next year. Thank you Parkside Resort! -
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Lauren Sent on 06/11/20185 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 5.0 out of 5 rating
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We had our wedding and reception at the Skyview Lodge and Pavilion at Parkside, and it was the best decision we could have made! The lodge was a convenient place for us to stay and get ready for our wedding, and Parkside gave us the freedom to decorate and set up the pavilion the way it worked for us. Everything was beautiful and perfect! You have to rent the lodge to rent the pavilion, but it's totally worth it. Four nights in the cabin (sleeps 14) plus the cost of renting the pavilion was less than $6,000! Note: Price varies by date - We were there the weekend before Memorial Day, which is still considered the low season, so it was slightly less expensive than holiday or high season prices.Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Thanks for the review, Lauren! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and wish you many years of a prosperous marriage! -
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Sarah Sent on 10/01/20195 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Professionalism 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Flexibility 5.0 out of 5 rating
Incredible Smoky Mountain Lodge and Pavilion
We are from out of town and were looking for an intimate wedding venue with a beautiful view of the Smoky Mountains as a backdrop. We also wanted a lodge big enough for our group of 22 to stay. We found everything we were looking for and more when we rented the Smoky Mountain Lodge and Pavilion for the weekend. It was absolutely perfect!
There was more than enough room at the lodge for everyone to comfortably stay together but still have their own space. There were lots of things to do in the cabin (theater, game room, hot tub, etc) and resort that we had plenty to do without leaving.
The two story, open air Smoky Mountain Pavilion was beautiful and perfect for our intimate wedding and reception. The best part was that it was only a couple feet from the lodge so we didn’t have to tote our decorations far or worry about how our guests would get there. And since the pavilion was covered and could be closed up at a moments notice, we weren’t worried about inclement weather. It had everything we needed, plus a beautiful mountain backdrop.
Aside from us thinking the lodge and pavilion were amazing, we overheard so many nice comments from our guests all weekend...how beautiful and new the lodge looked and how the pavilion was just perfect!! We really struck gold when we found this place!!
Also, we worked with Lauren King from our first inquiry to our wedding day and she was the best!! She’s such a genuinely, sweet and caring person. She made us feel like we were family and she really wanted us to feel comfortable and make sure everything went smoothly. It meant a lot because we were planning this from out of town, and while that can be difficult, she made it feel seamless. She was there to answer all of our questions, take measurements and send us pictures, and was very prompt with her responses. Lauren was a pleasure to work with and it’s clear that she loves her job!
I would recommend the Smoky Mountain Lodge and Pavilion to anyone looking to get married in the area. If not, there are tons of smaller cabins on the resort that are nice for a weekend getaway, too. It’s a wonderful resort and a great place to stay!
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Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Sarah & Tim, thank you so much for your generous review! We absolutely LOVED having you and your family here at Parkside. You both were such a joy to work with! Congratulations on a beautiful marriage. We wish you and your family all the best! -
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Kari M. Sent on 12/21/20234.8 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Flexibility 4.0 out of 5 rating
Sky View Pavilion at Parkside Resort
The view was amazing! I could not have picked a more perfect backdrop for our nuptials. And, the accommodations were great. Everyone who stayed at the resort raved about their cabins. All of our guests were blown away by how beautiful the Sky View Pavilion was!-
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Kelsi I. Sent on 04/02/20234.8 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 4.0 out of 5 rating
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Professionalism 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Best Day Ever!
The venue was absolutely gorgeous, you can't beat the view. If we could do it all over again, we would choose the same pavilion at Parkside. The staff was extremely kind and helpful when needed, but were never intrusive. We loved Parkside's flexibility as we had a destination wedding and had a long trek home the day after the wedding; we appreciated having the option to leave any third party rentals in the venue for Parkside to take care of and ensure they were picked up by local businesses.-
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Samantha K. Sent on 06/11/20214.8 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 4.0 out of 5 rating
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Professionalism 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Value 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Flexibility 5.0 out of 5 rating
Beautiful wedding day
I recently got married at Parkside Resort in the Sky View Pavilion. We worked with Lauren, the wedding coordinator at the resort, and she was great! She made sure everything went smoothly day of, and met with us twice in the days leading up to the wedding to go over any questions we had (we were from out of state, so we couldn't meet up before then). The setting itself is absolutely gorgeous, and it was very nice and private (tucked away up the mountain!). The pavilion barely needed any decor, because it is SO naturally beautiful on its own. We had 32 people and fit very well in the pavilion. Even with the guest tables set up, we still had plenty of room for bar setup, DJ set up, sweetheart table, and dance floor! My experience with Parkside was great, and I definitely recommend this resort to others!
Only two small downsides to note: everyone has to use a bathroom inside the neighboring cabin (no bathroom inside actual venue), and the linens were not steamed before the wedding. We had to steam them ourselves, which took a little bit of time! Otherwise, everything was great!Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Thank you so much for the kind words, Sam! We greatly appreciate any and all feedback on our cabins/venues. We are SO glad you enjoyed the Sky View Pavilion for your big day. Best wishes to you and Kelby! -
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Becky Sent on 07/04/20184.6 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 4.0 out of 5 rating
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Professionalism 5.0 out of 5 rating
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Value 4.0 out of 5 rating
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Flexibility 5.0 out of 5 rating
We appreciate being able to coordinate with Lauren for our special day. The changeover from the first wedding planner whom we booked with to Lauren was refreshing and welcome. Our day was perfect!Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Becky, thank you for your review. I'm so glad the weather held off for most of the day for you and Ben! We wish you many years of love and happiness! -
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Becky A. Sent on 07/08/20223.4 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 3.0 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 4.0 out of 5 rating
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Professionalism 3.0 out of 5 rating
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Value 3.0 out of 5 rating
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Flexibility 4.0 out of 5 rating
Beautiful Lodge & Venue but some issues
The smoky mountain pavilion and lodge are absolutely beautiful however we had hot water issues on the morning of our wedding plus day 4 of 5. The hot water heater kept throwing a code and all maintenance would do was reset the system. That is why it happened again later in the stay. In addition, there is a bat on the main deck towards the picnic table and at least five of the TVs wouldn’t turn on. Not sure if it was a remote issue or tv issue but frustrating to say the least. I complained to Amanda and all she said is she will send maintenance again for the hot water heater. Nothing else was done or compensated for the lack of hot water plus the inconvenience.l especially when you pay a lot for the 5 night stay. -
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Kara Sent on 06/11/20182 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 2.5 out of 5 rating
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Average response time 1.0 out of 5 rating
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Value 2.5 out of 5 rating
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Flexibility 2.0 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding and reception at the Sky View Pavilion at Parkside Resort in May 2018 and it was beautiful. With that being said, the process of working with Parkside was not ideal. The event coordinator at the time was terrible at communicating and would rarely get back to us. Just a few months before our wedding, after weeks and weeks of not hearing from her, we were told she was no longer there. Luckily for us, they reached out to a local wedding planner to help handle their existing weddings while they looked for a new event coordinator. She was amazing, but the Resort still was not great at getting back to us about simple things or getting us answers in a reasonable time.
They advertise that Sky View fits 70 guests, but that would be extremely tight for reception seating. We had 50 guests. So we had six 60" round tables, a sweetheart table, a 6 ft. cake table, two 6 ft. food tables and a small bar and that was as full as possible. You wouldn't be able to fit round tables for 70 people, plus food tables or a gift table.
The nice thing about Sky View is that it is very private and tucked away. My family also stayed at the Sky View Lodge and really enjoyed the cabin.
At the time of our wedding in May, they had a very new replacement event coordinator who was nice and helpful... so maybe things will improve. But our experience was stressful and often made us regret choosing them.Accommodations By Parkside's reply:
Kara, thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate any feedback we can get. On behalf of Parkside, I want to apologize for the lack of communication and any inconvenience we might have caused leading up to your wedding. We are trying to improve our process every day. Any suggestions you might have can be emailed to events@parksideresort.com.
We wish you a prosperous marriage in the years ahead! -
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Britney W. Sent on 09/04/20201.6 out of 5 rating
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Quality of service 1.0 out of 5 rating
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Poor customer service
I would have absolutely loved to recommend Parkside as it is stunning, close to a lot of attractions, and has great accommodations. But sadly, their lack of attentiveness and flexibility leaves it lacking for me.
After touring the property we decided it wasn’t the right venue for us due to guest count, but we did want to book 3 large (and possibly more) cabins for our guests to stay.
After reaching out to our original contact via email 3 times and getting no response I called.
I had gotten 3 different answers about our emotional support animal. Offered to pay a massive deposit or even additional cleaning fees but was told no after receiving some insure answers. It wasn’t even the ‘no’ that was problematic, but the rude tone and lack of professionalism that got me. I didn’t think it would be that difficult to spend $13,000 on cabin rentals. Luckily we have found others in the area where our entire guest list will be staying.
Beautiful venue, beautiful cabins, rude and unhelpful employees -
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