The Whistle Stop is a rare historic property located in the heart of Dillsboro, North Carolina, offering over a century of hospitality and character. Originally known as the Old Towne Inn in the early 1900s, this charming home has welcomed guests for generations and most recently operated as a traditional bed and breakfast. The residence features four uniquely designed bedroom suites and five full bathrooms, with a layout that reflects its inn-style heritage—three bedrooms include en-suite baths while a fourth has a private bath located just outside the room. Inside, guests enjoy spacious living and gathering areas, a renovated kitchen with coffee station, a warm living room, and multiple dining spaces ideal for entertaining. Outdoor areas include a welcoming front porch and second-floor balcony overlooking Dillsboro, all within walking distance of the town’s shops, restaurants, and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. With its rich history, distinctive architecture, and prime downtown location near hiking, rafting, and Smoky Mountain attractions, The Whistle Stop presents a compelling opportunity as a boutique short-term rental, historic lodging property, or private mountain retreat.
Dillsboro NC-Celebrate Spring by moving into this new Cape Cod home located within walking distance of downtown Dillsboro. Home features large living room/kitchen combo with main bedroom and ensuite bath on main level as well as 1/2 bath and laundry area. Upstairs has 2 bedrooms 1 bath and area suitable for a home office. Home has two zone heat/ac, nice front porch and back deck. Great location close to Dillsboro attractions to include dining, shopping and brewery. Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway and access to trout fishing close by.
Andrea Conner, License #298336, Xome Inc., License #C24582, [email protected], 844-400-9663, 750 State Highway 121 Bypass, Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75067

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Dillsboro is located in North Carolina. Dillsboro, North Carolina has a population of 210. Dillsboro is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.79% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 18.48%.
The median household income in Dillsboro, North Carolina is $51,250. The median household income for the surrounding county is $47,989 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Dillsboro is 44.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 23.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 50.9 inches per year, with 7.9 inches of snow per year.