Grand Old Lady Hotel

The Grand Old Lady Hotel is perched at 3,500 ft. elevation in the community of Balsam, NC, in a gap dividing the towering Plott Balsam and Richland Balsam.

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We're all about history & tradition here @ the Grand Old Lady Hotel. We enjoy sharing relics of the hotel's past with u & love hearing your stories & all about the memories u made with us. Comment below & share urs with us. We look forward to u.

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And here we are again! An oldie but a goodie!

Step back in time when you walk into our original railroad hotel in Balsam, North Carolina!

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Come sit a spell and enjoy the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina!
Kick back and relax by the fire.

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Is that Cracker Jack??

Yes it is! An unopened box of Cracker Jack (s) from expiration date November 1962! Pretty nifty, right? We think so! Just had to share this with my fallow Cracker Jack lovers!

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It's fire time!
Come sit by one of our cozy fireplaces, grab a book or a nap! Enjoy the colors of fall in the smokies and become part of our family!

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Look at those faces!

Don and Elizabeth LaBrant worked at our hotel from 1968 to 1988! This picture was taken in 1970! Do u know this couple? Are u related to them? If so, tell us all about them in the comments below!

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Come sit for a spell and let us take care of you! Our warm and cozy fireplaces and a hot cup of tea tea will warm you inside and out! Stay with us and enjoy the colors of Autumn in the smokies!

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Just look at those relics! History is what makes us who we are today - the good, the bad & even the ugly. Instead of tearing it down, here at the Grand Old Lady we do our best to find it, save it & display it for the world to see.

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Come sit by the fire and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while you relax at a place where you feel at home and the employees make you feel like family! Mingle with other guests and build friendships that last a lifetime!

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Stay with us while you enjoy:

Maggie Valley Fall Arts & Crafts Show

Saturday, October 17, 2020 to Sunday, October 18, 2020

Meet 100 artisans and crafters from throughout the Southeast with a big variety of art. Outdoors from 9 AM-4 PM each day. Free admission and parking.

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If you think the waterfalls in WNC are pretty in the summer, just wait until you see them in the fall! Stay with us at the Grand Old Lady Hotel and venture out to see the fall falls!

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Your great grandparents, grandparents and parents loved us then and you'll love us now! Step back in time when you walk in the doors and leave feeling like family!

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History: "BALSAM MOUNTAIN SPRINGS HOTEL $5 a day and up all meals included..."

Two things that haven't changed: The altitude is still 3600 and the guests are still greeted with a smiling face and made to feel like family!

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Autumn is coming and so are the changing of the leaves, pumpkin 'n spice with all things nice! Grab a jacket and enjoy the Autumn with us from one of our rocking chairs!

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Apple Harvest Festival - Stay with us

Saturday, October 17, 2020

Find all things apple in downtown Waynesville, including cider, fried pies and other apple delicacies. Also find live mountain music, dance, craft and demo booths along scenic

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Rich in history, even richer in beauty!

How blessed are we to have our own little piece of heave in the Balsam Mountains of Western North Carolina? Choose us for your Fall getaway!

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Stay with us Saturday, October 3, 2020 and take a short ride to Dillsboro to enjoy

ColorFest!!

The artsy village of Dillsboro welcomes 40 demonstrating artists along Front Street with their colorful creations. FREE ADMISSION.

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Cherokee Indian Fair - STAY WITH US!!

Tuesday, October 6, 2020 to Saturday, October 10, 2020

Experience a country fair with plenty of local Cherokee traditions, including Indian games, food, competitions, music and dance.

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Spend the night with us, enjoy the peace and quiet. Great way to practice social distancing!

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Stay with us Saturday, October 3, 2020 and take a short ride to Dillsboro to enjoy ColorFest!!
The artsy village of Dillsboro welcomes 40 demonstrating artists along Front Street with their colorful creations. FREE ADMISSION.
BOOK your stay today at https://t.co/2nQe9tjwfm