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THE BLUFF VIEW INN Architecture, Character and Charm

A t the turn of the century, the Tennessee River Valley was booming with wealth and industry. Many of the city’s most influential families built their homes and raised their children in a neighborhood known as “Bluff View”. These families proceeded to fashion their neighborhood in the style of a small European village. The unique charm and character of these historic homes made them the perfect haven for a premier bed & breakfast experience. This concept led to the establishment of Bluff View Inn. For many years, Bluff View Inn has been the

View Inn’s C.G. Martin Mansion. Following closely in 1994, was the T.C. Thompson House and rounding out the three bed and breakfast homes was the Maclellan House in 1996. Each house is positioned in its original location within Bluff View Art District. In all, Bluff View Inn has sixteen rooms, each with unique furnishings, modern amenities, and a variety of views throughout the district. Maclellan House (circa 1889) - The main mansion for Bluff View Inn, the Maclellan House is an English Tudor-style home that features

centerpiece of Bluff View Art District. In 1993, the District’s founding year, Dr. Charles and Mary Portera first opened Bluff

an exclusive honeymoon suite and many one-of-a-kind period pieces from the original home. Mr. R. J. Maclellan, lived in St.

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