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Bryson City NC
is called the “Gateway to the Smokies,” this land that the Cherokee Indians called “Shaconage” which means “the place of blue smoke.” This is, indeed, a beautiful way to describe the misty blue haze that settles down around the mountaintops of Swain County, North Carolina. Swain County is home to the charming town of Bryson City, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Cherokee Indian Reservation. The county covers 553 square miles, yet 86 percent of it is federal land, with forty percent of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park inside its’ borders. There are hundreds of miles of hiking trails and paths in Swain County, streams, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. The world famous Appalachian Trails meanders in and out of some of the towns in the area and some of the best white water rafting in the world is found on the Nantahala River in the Nantahala Gorge. The “best little city” in the country, Asheville, is only slightly more than an hour away, home of the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Numerous vacation, shopping and entertainment facilities are nearby, including Dollywood, Gatlinburg and the Nantahala Outdoor Center. For those who enjoy indoor excitement, Bryson City has gourmet dining, unique shopping, and the expanding Casino at Cherokee is a short, scenic drive away.
Bryson City is the county seat of Swain County with a population of approximately 1,200 residents, but that number swells during the summer months when tourists descend on the area. This quaint little town is definitely rural in nature, but has many amenities of a larger town due to the popularity of the surrounding region. It’s definitely the place to come if you’ve ever longed for a quiet, tranquil mountain home away from the daily pressures of life. You’ll find scenic wooded home sites with breathtaking views and only minutes to conveniences. Most country home sites are between one and two acres, but larger properties are also available. Roads in the mountains are well maintained throughout the year and easily accessible. Excellent highways take you quickly to the city of Asheville and Asheville Airport and the city of Atlanta is just three hours away. Bryson City has excellent schools, hospitals, lots of shopping opportunities, numerous churches of most denominations, and a simpler, less-complicated way of life. For those wanting to raise a family is a safe, clean, unspoiled atmosphere, or for those considering retirement, the low crime rate, moderate climate and reasonable cost of living makes this area a great alternative.
Local real estate agents can help you find a vacation rental or help you build your dream home. Homes, commercial property, land and acreage and vacation rentals are all available in Bryson City and the average value of a home is $79,900. Many people visit these awe-inspiring mountains and decide to move permanently. Strong community ties, family values, a love of small towns and natural beauty are what people find most attractive about the Bryson City/Swain County area.
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