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Nantahala Village Mountain Resort, Spa & Conference Center
9400 Hwy 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-438-1507
nvinfo@nvnc.com |
Your Smoky Mountain destination featuring a variety of lodging accommodations - lodge rooms, cottages, cabins, and mountain homes. Full service restaurant, meeting spaces, and on-site recreational activities including swimming, tennis, and horseback riding. Within 1/2 hour of area's premier attractions. Ideal location for vacations, weddings, reunions, or corporate retreats. |
Balsam Mountain Inn
PO Box 40
Balsam, NC 28707
800-224-9498
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Relax. Rock on our porches. Recapture another era. Revel in comfort. Rest, read, ramble and romp in our mountains! Nestled among lofty peaks, this historic inn welcomes you with plump pillows, soft comforters, delicious food and a friendly staff. |
Fryemont Inn
245 Fryemont Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-845-4879
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A mountain tradition in fine lodging and dining since 1923. On the National Register of Historic Places, the Fryemont Inn features casual elegance, rustic beauty, gleaming hardwood floors and enormous stone fireplaces. Excellent dining, extensive wine list, cocktails, fireside bar. Full country breakfast. 37 guest rooms, 8 romantic suites, rustic cabin & pool. 828-488-2159 or 800-845-4879 |
Dillsboro Inn
146 North River Road
Dillsboro, NC 28725
866-586-3898
info@dillsboroinn.com |
Riverfront suites within walking distance to railroad and craft shops. Luxury suites right on the Tuckasegee River. Family and cabin suites. Riverfront park, nightly campfires, trout fishing, continental breakfasts. |
Smoky Mountain Getaways, Inc.
12 Younge Lane
Sylva, NC 28779
828-586-8058
info@smokymtngetaways.net |
Over 60 of the finest vacation rentals convenient to Dillsboro, Cherokee, Bryson City and Franklin. Homes feature hot tubs for relaxing, spectacular views for dreaming and close to rafting for excitement. Accommodations for a romantic getaway or for a large group. |
Cherokee KOA
92 KOA Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
828-497-9711
GSMKOA@aol.com |
The areas top rated resort kampground with 400 campsites and 122 Kamping Kabins and Kottages (29 on the river). |
Smoky Mountain Country Club
PO Box 937
Whittier, NC 28789
800-474-0070
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In a scenic mountain valley surrounded by 5,000-foot peaks is a vacation destination. Commanding views from the privacy of your own villa. Full kitchen, deck with BBQ, whirlpool tub, TV/VCR, washer/dryer, fireplace. Enjoy spectacular mountain golf. Minutes from Bryson City and Dillsboro rail depots. AAA *** rating. AAA member discounts. Exit 72 off Hwy. 74. |
Sleep Inn - Bryson City
PO Box 1127
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-0326
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The award winning Sleep Inn is located less than five minutes away from GSMR depot. |
Olde Towne Inn
PO Box 485
Dillsboro, NC 28725
828-586-3461 or 888-528-8840
oldetowneinn@verizon.net |
Closest to the Dillsboro depot. Enjoy southern hospitality! Historic farmhouse one block from railroad. Charming rooms, A/C, TV, private baths. Full breakfast. Rocking chair porch. Walk to train, shopping & dining. Convenient to WCU. Open year round. |
Best Western River Escape Inn & Suites
PO Box 700
Dillsboro, NC 28725
828-586-6060
agm.bwdill@centrexproperties.com |
Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Tuckasegee River. 1/2 mile from depot and historic downtown Dillsboro. Meeting facilities, Indoor pool & hot tub, Free continental breakfast. Balcony rooms overlooking the river available. Suites available with refrigerators and microwaves. |
Lloyds on the River Country Inn
5370 Ela Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
888-611-6872
lloydsotr@smnet.net |
Lloyds on the River Country Inn is open year-round,
with settings of casual country charm overlooking the beautiful Oconaluftee
River. Amenities include; back porches with rockers, fishing
from our river bank, swimming pool, picnic tables and
grills, in-room coffee, full cable, real wood furniture,
refrigerators and microwaves. Kitchenettes and non-
smoking rooms are available. |
Comfort Inn
PO Box 2100
Sylva, NC 28779
828-586-3315
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Recently renovated rooms. Deluxe continental breakfast. Conveniently located to Dillsboro. |
The Chalet Inn
285 Lone Oak Drive
Whittier, NC 28789
828-586-0251
paradisefound@chaletinn.com
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Not just a room, an experience...the area's only B&B worthy of 2 stars from Mobile and 3 diamonds from AAA. A touch of luxury, reasonably priced |
Carolina Vacation Lodging
12121 Hwy 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-468-7238
raft@carolinaoutfitters
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Fully equipped vacation rental homes near Nantahala River and GSM Railway. Lodging ranges from small economy "camping" cabins to large attractive vacation homes. Great for families or groups. Activities include best rates for Nantahala River whitewater rafting, gemstone mining adventures, horseback riding, bicycle rentals. www.carolinaoutfitters.com Call 800-468-7238 for info/reservations. |
Hemlock Inn
PO Box 2350
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-2885
hemlock@dnet.net |
Beautifully situated on 50 wooded acres on top of a small mountain, Hemlock Inn is an informal and unpretentious country inn. Rustic but not primative, the Inn has 25 rooms and serves delicious home cooked meals that are included in your rate. www.hemlockinn.com |
Fox Den Cottages
P.O. Box 129
Cullowhee, NC 28723
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Pet friendly, completely furnished mountain cottages with waterfalls and beaufiful views on 24 peaceful acres. |
American Heritage Railways Presidential Suite
225 Everett Street, Ste GH
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-872-4681
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Overlooking the historic Bryson City Depot, occupants of the Presidential Suite can be spectators of the railroad activity involved in operating the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The Presidential Suite has a beautifully and tastfully decorated Great Room featuring handsome leather furniture, a flat screen TV and Dish Network. Sleeping eight, two large bedrooms have two queen beds each. A fully equipped kitchen and lovely dining area allow occupants to enjoy dining while overlooking the historic Bryson City depot. Whether you stay for one night or make your visit an extended one....your visit is sure to be unique!
Train Packages Are Available! |
Historic Fontana Village Resort
PO Box 68
Fontana Dam, NC 28733
828-498-2211
fontana@fontanavillage.com |
Nestled in the heart of the Smokies, this destination resort can accommodate all of your vacation needs year-round. The Village features rooms and suites at the inn, beautiful cottages, campground sites, meeting rooms, restaurants, outfitter, bike shop, pools, marina, horseback riding, on-site hiking and biking trails and more |
Holiday Inn Express
26 Robinson Rd
Dillsboro, NC 28725
800-holiday
branb2000@aol.com |
Our new luxurious 67 room hotel with first class amenities include: complimentary deluxe breakfast bar, indoor heated pool & spa, etc. |
Holiday Inn Cherokee
PO Box 1929
Cherokee, NC 28719
828-497-9702
salvarezchrnc@yahoo.com |
The award winning Holiday Inn Cherokee offers 154 beautifully decorated sleeping rooms, full service restaurant, indoor/outdoor pools, fitness center and free casino shuttle. Located on the Cherokee Indian Reservations just minutes from the railroad depots. Special rates for train riders. |
First Choice Real Estate & Vacation Rentals
PO Box 368 / 441 Haywood Road
Dillsboro, NC 28725
800-826-6971 or 828-586-0067
firstchoice368@aol.com |
First Choice is your best choice for a wonderful vacation in one of our many individualized mountain homes. Prices, locations and amenities are varied. Some have hot tubs or are on the river or may have a long range view. Western North Carolina offers so many varied and interesting things to do! |
Hampton Inn
PO Box 1926
Cherokee, NC 28719
828-497-3115
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Located just minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad depots and convenient to all area attractions. The Hampton Inn offers high speed internet access, free breakfast bar with hot items and 100% satisfaction guaranteed. 67 rooms with interior entrances. Outdoor swimming pool. |
Old Stone Inn
109 Dolan Road
Waynesville, NC 28786
828-456-3333
oldstoneinn@aol.com |
Waynesville's historic mountain lodge with extremely comfortable rooms, suites and cottages. Delightful fireside dining with carefully chosen wines for well over half a century. Perched on a forested hillside, yet only a short walk to charming arts and crafts shops. Centrally located between Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Biltmore Estate. |
Ramada Limited
PO Box 1390
Cherokee, NC 28719
828-497-4231
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Award-winning Hotel in Cherokee NC |
Folkestone Inn
101 Folkestone Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-2730
innkeeper@folkestone.com |
Escape to the mountians and the Folkestone Inn. Nostalgic 1920s farmhouse; 10 comfortable rooms with privet baths & A/C. Balconies, porches, and parlors for relaxing. Bountiful breakfast plus snacks & refreshments. A quiet rural setting 7 minutes from Bryson City Train Depot And 2 minutes from Deep Creek entrance to the Smokies. |
Charleston Inn
208 Arlington Avenue
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-4644
info@charlestoninn.com |
Five minutes from the Bryson City Depot, the Charleston Inn is a charming Bed and Breakfast offering queen or king size beds, private baths, Jacuzzi tubs, private balconies, cable TV, air conditioning, and private entrances. Enjoy a delicious breakfast in the sunny dining room with a spendid view of the Great Smoky Mountains. |
Two Rivers Lodge
5280 Ela Lodge
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-2284
tworiverslodgenc@aol.com |
Clean 22 room motel a few minutes drive from Bryson City or Cherokee on Hwy 19 where the two rivers merge. Close to whitewater rafting, scenic railroad, fishing, casino, hiking, motor biking, waterfalls, Cherokee museum, Queen's studios. Accommodations include doubles with remote TV, A/C, heat, pool, phone, refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot and toaster oven. |
Ela Campground
5100 Ela Road. (US Hwy 19)
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-9828
info@elacampground.com |
Special group rates. Tents and new camping cabins available. Dinners, events, swimming pool. Mid-way between Cherokee & Bryson City. |
Lands Creek Log Cabins
3336 Balltown Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
888-346-9793 (toll free) or 828-488-9793
robsuelandscreek@aol.com |
Experience the serenity of 80 secluded acres bordering the Great Smoky Mountain National Park with on-site fishing and hiking. Choose from 16 cabins in a variety of creekside and ridgetop settings. Fully paved with easy access year round, just 3 miles from the GSMR Depot. The perfect spot for the Polar Express season, cabins and grounds fully decorated for the holidays! Check us out online at www.landscreek.com! |
Carriage Inn
6280 Ela Road
Whittier, NC 28789
1-800-480-2398
carriageinnmotel@aol.com |
Located between Cherokee & Bryson City on U.S. 19 North. 25 quiet,comfortable rooms with amenities. AARP Discount. |
AreaMap
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Area Map of Western North Carolina
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Area Driving Map to depots located in Dillsboro, Bryson City and Andrews, North Carolina. Click here also for average driving times to railway depots. |
Yellow Book USA
1340 D. Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
800-YB-YELLOW
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Yellow Book USA. The oldest and largest competitive Yellow Pages publisher in America. |
Attractions
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Biltmore Estate
Asheville, NC
800-543-2961
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Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina includes America's largest home, acres of gardens, award-winning winery, fine restaurants, and unique shops. Built in 1895 by George W. Vanderbilt, the house was inspired by European châteaux architecture. Open year-round, except for Thanksgiving and Christmas days. Open New Year's Day. Events include Christmas, Candlelight Christmas Evenings, Festival of Flowers, and Summer Evenings Concerts |
Ghost Town in the Sky
16 Fie Top Road
Maggie Valley, NC 28751
828-926-1140
bcordier@ghosttowninthesky.com |
Nestled at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains in Maggie Valley, Ghost Town in the Sky is featuring a mile-high roller coaster, staged gunfights, live music and shows, crafts, food and lots more fun.
Step back into the Wild West at this timeless, family-fun destination located in a beautiful mountain setting surrounded with breathtaking views. Ghost Town in the Sky has something fun for all ages. |
Smoky Mountain Trains
P.O. Box 1490
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-5200
info@smokymountaintrains.com |
Smoky Mountain Trains is more than an ordinary museum. With its collection of 7,000 Lionel™ engines, cars and accessories, impressive operating layout, children’s activity center, and gift/toy shop, Smoky Mountain Trains has something for everyone.
The vast collection dates back to 1918 and features such classics as the 1934 Blue Comet Passenger set and the more recent Joshua Lionel Cowen Challenger steam locomotives. |
Southern Highlands Attractions
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Southern Highlands Attractions (SHA). These attractions include natural wonders, points of scenic and historic interest, and entertainment of the highest caliber. Whether it is the beauty of nature, rest, relaxation, physical activity, excitement, drama, or history, everyone will find attractions that provide a memorable experience in the southern highlands. |
Cherokee, North Carolina
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800-438-1601
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Our past is in your future.
Ours is a culture nearly lost, just waiting for you to discover it. Now, 10,000 years of Cherokee Indian art, history, culture and, not coincidentally, your next vacations are a lot closer than you think. |
Chimney Rock Park
Hwy. 64/74A
Chimney Rock, NC 28720
800-277-9611
visit@chimneyrockpark.com |
Come for the views. Discover the infinite possibilities. From guided hikes & special events to rock climbing instruction & creative workshops. |
Go Blue Ridge Card
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(800) 887-9103
info@goblueridgecard.com |
All-inclusive pass to top Blue Ridge Parkway attractions, including sightseeing tours, active experiences, family activities and heritage sights. Includes free guidebook with maps and tourist information |
Tail of the Dragon
P.O. Box 2027
Robbinsville, NC 28771
1-800-768-7129 (Mon - Fri)
info@ridedealsgap.com |
TailoftheDragon.com is the official website for the famous US 129 Deals Gap motorcycle and sports car route with 318 curves in 11 miles and other exciting roads such as the Cherohala Skyway. Information on accommodations, sightseeing, places to eat, weather and highway conditions. |
Chambers of Commerce
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Great Smoky Mountains Association
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Need a hiking guide or a map for touring by car? Great Smoky Mountains Association, a non-profit assisting the park since 1953, produces high-quality books, maps, videos and other materials about the Smokies. |
Jackson County Travel & Tourism Authority
773 West Main Street
Sylva, NC 28779
828-586-2155
jctta@mountainlovers.com |
Surrounding the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Jackson County welcomes you. After riding the train, experience breathtaking scenery, appealing mountain inns, and intriguing village shops. Plan your vacation or weekend escape with our free VISITORS GUIDE that includes complete accommodations info and our acclaimed hiking trail and waterfall map. Call or e-mail today. |
Swain County Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 509
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-867-9246
chamber@greatsmokies.com |
Plan your railroad getaway at Bryson City. Many excursions depart here and you are just minutes from the Dillsboro depot. After riding the rails, your stay can be as active or as peaceful as you like. You can raft the Nantahala river, go shopping, dining and tour a model train museum. For the area's finest mountain lodging, request our free Vacation Planning Guide. Or visit our web site. |
Dining
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Soda Pops
141 Everett Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-5379
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Soda Pops, established in 2000 as a family business, is an authentic '40's & '50's soda fountain located in the heart of Bryson City, NC. Specializing in Coco-Cola memorabilia, Soda Pops stocks nostalgia candies, and makes the best shakes, malts, floats and splits. Our setting will take you and your kids back in time. |
West Carolina Internet Cafe
475 Haywood Road / Business 23/107 / P.O. Box 755
Dillsboro, NC 28725
828-586-5700
info@westcarolinacafe.com |
Award winning coffees, teas & espressos prepared the way YOU like it - hot, steamed, over ice or frozen, 100% fruit smoothies & baked goods; the Cafe "blends Starbucks with Kinkos" providing a full service copy center, computers & free WiFi. Come in and relax. |
The Oaks
1295 Conleys Creek Rd.
Whittier, NC 28789
828-497-6400
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Experience the beautiful Oaks restaurant at Smoky Mountain Country Club located in Whittier between Bryson City and Dillsboro. The Oaks restaurant features fireside dining, fabulous mountain views, terrace dining, and a full bar. We are open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and brunch on Sunday.Take U.S. 74 to Exit 72 and follow signs. |
Outdoor Adventure
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Carolina Outfitters Rafting
12121 Hwy 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-468-7238
raft@carolinaoutfitters.com |
Nantahala River family whitewater rafting adventures in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Enjoy whitewater rafting on the most popular rive in the US! Certified guides available. Ask us to reserve our rafting with gemstones mining adventures, horseback riding, wagon rides, or scenic railway tours. Vacation lodging available. |
Wildwater Ltd.
PO Box 309
Long Creek, SC 29658
864-647-9587
wwltd@nuvox.net |
Wildwater Ltd. Rafting has been introducing visitors to whitewater rafting and beautiful mountain rivers like the Chattooga, Nantahala, Ocoee and Pigeon on professionally guided excursions, rental rafts and duckies, canoes, and kayaks since 1971. Wildwater also offers a state-of-the-art high and low elements ropes, course, two 40' climbing walls, plus meal and lodging package options. |
Smoky Mountain Jet Boats
22 Needmore Rd
Bryson City, NC 28713
888-900-9091
Info@needmore.com |
Our 12-passenger Jet Boats take all ages for an exhilarating and scenic ride on beautiful Lake Fontana. Along the way you will do the unique Hamilton spin, view a 50 foot water fall and possibly a Bald Eagle or family of otters. Ask about our combination hiking trip in the Smoky Mountain National Park. Allow an hour. |
Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 Hwy 19 W
Bryson City, NC 28723
800-232-7238
rafting@noc.com |
With over 35 years of experience, NOC is the premier outdoor adventure company. Explore spectacular rivers with NOC, the southeast's most experienced outfitter. Choose from seven southeastern rivers: the Nantahala, French Broad, Pigeon, Ocoee, Nolichucky, Chattoga and Cheoah. We also offer whitewater kayak and canoe instruction, mountain biking, lodging, shopping, dining, and more. |
Tuckaseegee Outfitters
PO BOX 1201
Dillsboro, NC 28725
800-539-5683
tuckfloat@earthlink.net |
Tuckaseegee Outfitters, the first and finest on the river, offers family float trips on the Class I & II (easy) whitewater through Dillsboro. Children only need to weigh at least 40 pounds. |
Carolina Outfitters Rafting
12121 Hwy 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
1-800-468-7238 / 1-800-GOT RAFT
raft@carolinaoutfitters.com |
Nantahala River family whitewater rafting adventures in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Enjoy whitewater rafting on the most popular river in the US! Certified guides available. Ask us to reserve our rafting with gemstone mining adventures, horseback riding, wagon rides, or scenic railway tours. Vacation lodging available. |
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Prudential Great Smokys Realty
184 Everett Street / P.O. Box 1819
Bryson City, NC 28713
877-476-6597
info@4smokys.com |
Our Prudential Great Smokys Realty main office is in downtown Bryson City, the heart of the Smokys, just around the corner from the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. We’re open seven days a week and evenings and our focus is on making your real estate buying experience as stress free as possible. |
Fontana Realty
55 Main Street / P.O. Box 2478
Bryson City, NC 28713
1-888-777-1090
sales@FontanaRealty.com |
If you’re looking for Western North Carolina Real Estate, contact one of the experienced agents at Fontana Realty, a full service agency specializing in Swain County real estate. We have the greatest inventory of one of a kind unique property for sale in the Western North Carolina Mountains. |
Shopping
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Whistle Stop Mall
1281 Georgia Road
Franklin, NC 28734
828-349-1600
whistlestop@dnet.net |
Western North Carolina's largest antique mall plus 20 retail stores, handmade crafts and restaurants. |
Gil's Book Sale
P.O. Box 146
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-4457
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Great Books - Great Prices! Largest selection of Thomas & Friends in southeast. More souvenirs & gifts. |
Bryson City Trading Post
P.O. Box 1491
Whittier, NC 28789
828-488-0507
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Old fashioned candy and cabin furnishings in downtown Bryson City. |
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