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At the Dancing Bean Coffee House, we’re making a BIG difference with each little sip of our coffee. How? Keep reading to learn more about our mission to provide you with coffee you can feel good about drinking.The Dancing Bean Coffee House proudly serves Fair Trade...

​In celebration of National Composting Week, we would like to take a moment to highlight the various sustainable practices used at Dancing Bear, primarily in our on-site gardens. Our commitment to reducing waste and nurturing the Earth extends beyond traditional...

At Dancing Bear, we truly appreciate each and every review we receive. Our staff and management make sure to check them daily, and the kind words we receive make our jobs more enjoyable. Every now and then, however, we receive a review that leaves us all with a...

As you begin shopping and planning for this Holiday season, consider giving the gift of the Peaceful Side with an Oldham Hospitality gift card valid at all 7 of our PeacefulSide.com locations in Townsend, TN! Provide that special someone with a uniquely Townsend...

Cast Iron Times. Appalachian Farm-to-Table Story Series Featuring The Dancing Bear Gardens, the Bistro Culinary Team & the Local Purveyors behind the Award-Winning Appalachian Cuisine.“The Garden is taking its sweet time this year…” Says Sharon Oldham as she...

“Boss Lady’s Garden Springs into action!” The Dancing Bear Gardens ~ Early Spring Planning

What do WE love about wintertime in the Smokies and Peaceful Townsend, TN? Here are our top 5 reasons to visit Dancing Bear Lodge and the Great Smoky Mountains in the colder months!

What do WE love about wintertime in the Smokies and Peaceful Townsend, TN? Here are our top 5 reasons to visit Dancing Bear Lodge and the Great Smoky Mountains in the colder months!

Here’s what we are so excited about! Big changes have been taking place at Dancing Bear Lodge! Executive Chef Shelley needed a bit more culinary space for her and her team to keep creating signature Appalachian cuisine, and our bar - although cozy, lacked the...

Mother and son Gardening Super-Duo, Sharon Oldham (Boss Lady) and Houston Oldham are the master keepers and Gardening masterminds at Dancing Bear lodge. Together they “toil in the soil” from season to season and bring bountiful gifts of fresh, organic produce to Chef...