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Big South Fork Trail Lodge

2.0 star property
Stearns motel with bar/lounge

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BBQ/picnic Area
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Seasonal outdoor pool
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Surrounded by lush greenery, Big South Fork Trail Lodge is the perfect retreat for golf enthusiasts. Tee off on the 9-hole course, unwind at the seasonal pool, or enjoy a drink at the bar. With laundry facilities and in-room WiFi, this motel offers a relaxing getaway.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Bathroom

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
136 Bruce St, Stearns, KY, 42647

What's nearby

  • Big South Fork Scenic Railway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cumberland Falls State Park - 23 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Cumberland Falls - 26 min drive - 31.1 km
  • University of the Cumberlands - 31 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Laurel River Lake - 48 min drive - 78.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Honey's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Big South Fork Trail Lodge

Adjacent to a golf course, Big South Fork Trail Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Stearns. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf cart on-site

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 100.00

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Big South Fork Motor Lodge Stearns
Big South Fork Motor Stearns
Big South Fork Motor
Big South Fork Trail Stearns
Big South Fork Trail Lodge Motel
Big South Fork Trail Lodge Stearns
Big South Fork Trail Lodge Motel Stearns

Frequently asked questions

Does Big South Fork Trail Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Big South Fork Trail Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Big South Fork Trail Lodge?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Big South Fork Trail Lodge?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Big South Fork Trail Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big South Fork Trail Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Big South Fork Trail Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as kayaking, mountain biking and rafting. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Big South Fork Trail Lodge like?

Big South Fork Trail Lodge is located a short 7-minute walk from Big South Fork Scenic Railway.

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Big South Fork Trail Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.6

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very quiet and pet friendly important.
Robert, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Clean but overpriced

If you're looking for the usual ammenities, this place isn't for you. Coffee, but no cream/sugar packets, no hair dryer, no ironing board, etc. It's bare bones and overpriced. BUT, it is VERY clean and the young lady running things is very sweet.
Eunice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice!
Alisha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Owners are great. Very friendly, helpful,great people. The pool is odd but still very good. Rooms smelled old and off smoke.
Kimberly, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Very friendly staff and clean room. Blinds had a hole so people could see in the room and we were near the office more people about. A ratty looking riding mower sitting outside our room did not look appealing.
Danny, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Very rustic. Looks like they are trying to improve the inside of the rooms. Had some issues with the shower and the towels were clean but stained.
David, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

While the room was clean, it reeked of cigarette smoke and cat urine. The walls were so thin we could hear people moving around upstairs all night making it hard to sleep.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Pulled the sheets off the bed to find spiders crawling. Smelled like a smokers house. Didnt give enough towels or pool towels. Ran out of toilet paper. No ice. We had nowhere else to stay so we went and bought air freshner and bug killer..
Cheri, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I understand the owners are new and had a bad experience with contractors. Walls are very thin. My son was hearing things from next room he shouldn't have had to hear. No coffee pot upon arrival. One was brought, but didn't work. Very dusty in room with decorations falling off the wall. Bathroom door would not close. No hot water for showering. .

2/10 Poor

Starts with waiting a half an hour for someone to show up and unlock the office to check in. The office smelled of cat urin and visible cat poop on the floors. The room was no better. Smelled of wet dog. The air conditioner was covered in mold and mildew not to mention the cover was damaged. There were no towles or wash clothes. We did not stay here and management refuses to refund our money.
Tim, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not so great fork

We tried to go in the office when we arrived. The door was locked and the guy running it finally appeared carrying a crowbar and some sheets with him. There was no computer system in the office. He had to call someone else to see if we had a reservation. The back of the office, in another room, had trash bags all piled up in the middle of the floor. It just looked really messy and dirty. Our room had some drilled holes in the wall where it appeared there was something missing from the wall. The base of a smoke detector was there, but not the actual smoke detector. There was a dead spider that had been killed and put in the trash can in the bathroom. The picture in the bathroom had broken glass on the bottom corner. The beds were old and needing to be replaced. One mattress was really stiff and the other was really too soft. The floors were ice cold and really needed swept and mopped better. The shower head was really chingy. The hot water took forever to get somewhat hot. I would not recommend staying here.
Diana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very quite. Don't expect any amenities, but do expect to be able to relax. Very close to the scenic railroad and many trails.
Tim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Customer service was good.
Joshua, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Bad area! Unsafe! Nasty! Bugs! Front office smells very strong of cat urine!
JB (Chuck), 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Waterfall Tours Passing through KY

I should have read more reviews before booking for 2 night's. The staff was very friendly. The main thing was the bed & bathroom was clean. This is definitely not your normal hotel stay. There was no hand/bath soap or hand towels or bath mat, or hairdryer which i asked for on arriving.There was 2 wash clothes and 2 bath towels, 2 packs of 1 cup coffee and cups. They did give us more the next morning but although the open sign was on OPEN no one was in the office, so rang bell and met someone walking back to room who asked did you ring the bell. What room # and husband told her and she replied oh Y'all owe for damages! Excuse me?? There's just us 2 in room and I know we've not caused any damages. She was still asleep and said oh im sorry it was before you in that room. Not sure if they had just taken out the carpet and put in other flooring but it was sticky and dirty and the room had a musty odor which i was prepared for with air freshener. Outside on arrival was trash bags and trash around multiple rooms. Ours had ants everywhere from trash which I picked up the one bag by our door and took it to the dumpster and reported the ants to maintenance man that was later outside but other trash still there upon leaving. The stay before this was about the same price and much better accommodations. Lesson learned.... read more reviews.
Marie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

We did have a lot of flys, 1 very small towel for 2 ppl , pool was closed for the weekend we were there, but it did smell really good in the room n was clean ,
Rachele, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Skip this place

I arrived around 9:30pm, not sure why but my gps took the long way - I drove down from Cleveland, OH. Since I had prepaid for the room, I didn’t feel it was necessary to contact the property. When I arrived, there was a note on the door that gave a phone number to call, indicating they were cleaning rooms. The woman said the owner gave my room away because I was a “no show” because “most people check in around 2pm.” When I said that I had already paid for the room, she quickly said she would refund me, and I asked where I was supposed to find a hotel in the middle of no where at 10pm. She then said she would clean a room for me to use but it would take around 30 minutes. I really needed a bathroom and she said there was nothing to use because the room was dirty and the office didn’t have a public bathroom. The room had no lamp, just an overhead light plus the light over sink & bathroom. The sink & bathtub were either dirty or very stained. The towels and bedding were clean and the bed & pillows were comfortable, although two pillows had no pillow cases on them. The refrigerator worked.
Glenna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Felt Very uncomfy

Well,we have stayed in worse but we at least thought the pics we saw it would be a little cleaner :( There something on the floor but it was not,carpet,tile or vinyl,it actually seemed like it was papery and very dirt gritty.I bathroom was about the same but with vinyl flooring. We wom't visit there again,room #18.And no coffee or eats of anykind
Kathy, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

They young lady that checked me in was very nice and helpful and did a great job seeing see was the only one doing everything there by herself
Jeannie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Check in wasn't very smooth at all it smells like cat's and they still didn't have the pools working smh i was very disappointed. The up side is the rooms are big they aren't bad . And the ppl was very nice ..... im sure the key was just a off moment, the cat smell around it was the main issue and not getting a pool after paying 88.00
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

As always the staff were very helpful and kind, the room was well put together as always, and staff was quick to assist in any way they could if needed
Carlos, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Shower not working, towels stained, not enough TP
Karen and Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was nice and very well maintained, staff was kind and helpful. Room we decorated nicely and had a homelike feel to it
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was very well maintained, the pool area was clean and well taken care of, and the pool was a nice relaxing way to end the day after traveling. Staff was kind and helpful
Sara, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Old property run by nice people. Everything worked but in "needs replacement condition."
J R, 1-night trip