Cataloochee Ranch
HospitalityNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees
Cataloochee Ranch operates as a Relais & Châteaux resort that combines traditional ranch activities with upscale lodging and dining. Located in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, the property spans hundreds of acres near the Great Smoky Mountains, offering mountain vistas, open balds, and long-range views alongside rustic yet comfortable accommodations and cuisine. The ranch emphasizes hands-on, expert-led activities and humble hospitality, serving guests seeking a high-country retreat with outdoor experiences. Founded nearly a century ago by the Alexander family, it has been a longstanding destination for visitors looking for a mountain getaway that blends leisure with authentic ranch comforts.