FOLKESTONE INN, Bryson City

Folkestone Inn - A historic 1920s farmhouse B&B with farm-to-table dining and mountain views

Situated in a nostalgic 1920s farmhouse near Deep Creek recreational area, this 3-star Bryson City hotel features 10 individually decorated rooms with private bathrooms and clawfoot tubs. Each guest room includes independent climate controls, with some offering private balconies or porches overlooking the Smoky Mountains foothills. The property, managed by Chef Scott & Toni Rowe, serves farm-to-table breakfasts using eggs from their own chickens and house-smoked meats. The grounds include a fire pit with Adirondack chairs, picnic areas with grills along the creek, and multiple outdoor seating spaces including a hammock and swing. Located 2 miles north of downtown, Folkestone Inn sits 0.3 miles from the Deep Creek section of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The property maintains a natural philosophy with organic gardens and free-range chickens.

Pros

Fresh farm-to-table breakfast featuring house-smoked meats and organic produce

Multiple outdoor relaxation areas including creek-side picnic spots and fire pit

Quarter-mile proximity to Deep Creek's hiking trails and waterfalls

Non-toxic, environmentally friendly cleaning practices throughout the property

Cons

No televisions in rooms or common areas

62 miles distance from Asheville Regional Airport