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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 70 vacation rentals from cabins to luxury homes. Featuring long range views, river front, lakefront, wooded seclusion, hot tubs, pet friendly, and handicapped accessible. Accommodations for two or for a large group. Convenient to Bryson City, Cherokee, Dillsboro, Franklin and Waynesville. |
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. Experience the beautiful Persimmon Grille at Smoky Mountain Country Club. The Persimmon Grille restaurant features a wide selection of Starters, Salads, Sandwiches and Entrees and fabulous mountain views. Open 11 AM - 9 PM / Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 6 PM on Sunday. |
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. |
Relax Inn
40 Hwy 19 South
Bryson City, NC 28713
1-828-488-2127
Stay@BrysonCityMotel.com |
Stay at the Relax Inn and you can easily walk to the GSMR depot and all the downtown shops and restaurants. Open year round, family & pet friendly, reasonable rates, free wi-fi, business center, non-smoking rooms, family suites, free local calls, AC, In-room coffee, microwave & mini fridge and the biggest pool in Bryson City! |
Carolina Vacation Lodging
12121 Hwy 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
800-468-7238
raft@carolinaoutfitters |
Fully equipped vacation rental homes near Nantahala River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. 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 primitive, the Inn has 25 rooms and serves delicious home cooked meals that are included in your rate. www.hemlockinn.com |
River's Edge
Hwy 441 North
Cherokee, NC 28719
1-828-497-7995
rivers_edge_motel@yahoo.com |
Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, River’s Edge Motel has everything to offer. You can relax on your own private balcony overlooking the Oconaluftee River, or just step out the door to choose from convenient restaurants, stores, trout fishing and attractions. |
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! |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
Calhoun House Inn & Suites
110 Bryson Avenue
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-399-9765
ed@CalhounHouse.com |
Luxury Vacation Rental Suites, 2 blocks from the GSMR train depot and downtown shops. Every suite has a unique theme, private bath with jacuzzi tub/shower, fully equipped kitchen, bedroom with pillow top mattress, living room with sleeper sofa, and private entrance from a covered porch with long-range mountain views. |
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 splendid view of the Great Smoky Mountains. |
Sunset Farm Cabins
68 Vacation Drive
Whittier, NC 28789
828-497-2200
sunsetcabins@verizon.net |
Six Fully Equipped Cabins, Great Mountain Views, Satellite TV, Free Wireless Internet, Hot Tubs, Nightly Camp Fires, Pet Friendly & Reasonably Priced. |
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. |
Econo Lodge
20 River Rd.
Cherokee, NC 28719
828-497-4575
gm.nc475@choicehotels.com |
Conveniently located in the heart of Cherokee beside the Oconaluftee River, the Econo Lodge® hotel is nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. The hotel is within minutes from popular area attractions like Harrah's Cherokee Casino, Oconaluftee Indian Village, Island Park and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. |
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! |
Mountain Brook Cottages
208 Mountain Brook Road
Sylva, NC 28779
828-586-4329
www.mountainbrook.com |
A collection of quaint, historic Fireplace Cottages located between Dillsboro and Franklin. Individual cottages, circa 1930, constructed of native stone or logs from our own property. Just like in the good old days, ride the train and stay in a place like Grandmother used to enjoy! Completely equipped kitchens, wood burning fireplaces and front porch swings. Some with jacuzzis and saunas. Stocked trout pond. Nature trail. Spa and Sauna Bungalow for mountain relaxation. Family owned for 30 years! Mountain Brook--Where the Past has never become the Past. |
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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. |
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 |
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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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. |
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. |
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. |
Smokemont Riding Stable
135 Smokemont Riding Stable Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
828-497-2373
smokymtn@hughes.net |
Smokemont Riding Stable is located within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park just off US 441 North near Cherokee, NC. We offer guided horseback rides including a ride to a beautiful cascading waterfall. Wagon Rides also available. Call 828-497-2373 for more information. Open April 1st - November 1st. |
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Choo Choo Coffee Company
96 Greenlee St (beside the Smoky Mountain Train Museum)
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-4959
sales@choochoocoffee.com |
A culmination of Coffee House and Home Decor, Choo Choo offers the best of both. Featuring an assortment of North Carolina woven afghans, pillows, table runners, tapestries and home decor. A focal point of our store is our coffee roaster. Roasting our coffees provides the best tasting freshest coffee. Enjoy gourmet truffles and other specialty chocolates or locally made desserts include cakes, pies, muffins, and other pastries. |
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