Notes from the Inn

Sarge’s Guide to the Best Kayaking Lakes in Western North Carolina

March 29, 2021 — Notes from the Inn

Richard Colgate, AKA Sarge, has been leading kayakers to the most picturesque lakes near Bryson City for years. He is also the bartender at The Fryemont Inn, and he’ll happily provide nearby kayaking recommendations or even be your guide. Imagine gliding serenely through smooth, calm waters on a flatwater mountain lake trail with breathtaking scenery …

Sanctuary in the Era of Covid-19

June 5, 2020 — Notes from the Inn

You can breathe easy here.

A Motorcycling Paradise

July 12, 2018 — Notes from the Inn

Senior Innkeeper, George Brown, shares his thoughts on his favorite pastime, motorcycling .

The Magic of the Polar Express

November 29, 2017 — Notes from the Inn

Do you believe in magic? When you were little you probably did, especially when it came to the story of Santa and the North Pole. You may have grown up reading another Christmas classic, filled with the magic of the season—a popular book for children called The Polar Express. Thirty-two years ago, Chris Van Allsburg wrote …

Is the Fryemont Inn Haunted?

October 27, 2017 — Notes from the Inn

The Engineer “Wake up! We’re leaving!” Her husband’s sharp exclamations awoke her from her sleep. Groggy and disoriented, for a moment she forgot where she was. Then she remembered—room 216, at the Fryemont Inn. Her favorite room. Their favorite room. One she had slept in many times. She looked at her husband who was hastily …

Top Ten Fall Activities

October 10, 2017 — Notes from the Inn

1. Take a stroll or a hike at Deep Creek. Bring your camera to photograph three spectacular waterfalls. http://www.hikinginthesmokys.com (Photo by Anna Leonidov) 2. Explore the corn maze and go on a hay ride at Darnell Farms. Nothing is more fun for kids on a crisp autumn afternoon. http://darnellfarms.com/ (Photo by Darnell Farms) 3. Ride …