Even before there was a town of Dillsboro or the railroad that spurred its growth in the 1880's and revitalization in the 1980's, there was the Welcome to Dillsboro North Carolinahouse built in 1878 that is now the Olde Towne Inn. Before this historic home became a bed and breakfast inn in 1989, it was home to a farmer, a railroad man, a doctor, and a professor of religion. It was also once a rooming house. Today, guests have a good view of the Smoky Mountains and the historic little town of Dillsboro from the front porch, where they can relax in a rocking chair while watching trains come and go. It's an easy walk across the street to the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, the many crafts studios, gift shops and restaurants.

Guests enjoy the country ambiance evoked by the smells of bacon and baking coming from the kitchen, mountain music or Southern tunes coming from the stereo, and the colorful quilts on comfortable beds. Olde Towne Innkeeper Dawn Hummel is more than happy to assist you with all your needs during your stay in Dillsboro. If you have adventure on your mind you can find it in abundance in these hills, from whitewater rafting on the Tuckasegee to white knuckle gambling at Harrah's in Cherokee. You might also want to take a look at the famous bus-crash scene from the film " The Fugitive ". If you like shopping for unique, handmade crafts, you will love ambling through the stores in Dillsboro.