Scenic Hill - Short Term Rental in Bryson City, NC

06/23/2026

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Come celebrate America's 250th birthday with one of the south’s sweetest summer traditions- the Sweet Corn Festival at Darnell Farms!

Join us July 4th & 5th for two full days of family fun, live music, delicious food, and fresh mountain-grown produce.

Festival Highlights:
🌽 Roasted Sweet Corn & Corn Tasting
🎶 Live Music Both Days
🕺 Mountain Clogging Performances
🍓 U-Pick Strawberries (LAST weekend of the season!)
😋 Local Food Trucks
🎇 Fireworks Show – Saturday Night
🍦 DreamWhips, Boiled Peanuts, Cold Drinks & Treats
🌻 Playgrounds & Relaxing River Views
🛍️ Local Vendors & Demonstrations
🥇 Corn-Themed Contests
🧺 Stands overflowing with fresh sweet corn, peaches, tomatoes, melons, berries, and more!

Bring your family, your appetite, and your love for the land. Whether you’re staying all day or just stopping by, this is a true community celebration — and admission is FREE!

📍 Darnell Farms is located just minutes from downtown Bryson City.

We accept cash, card, and EBT.
Open daily 9 AM–7 PM.

Sweet Corn Festival Hours:
Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 10 AM – 9 PM (Fireworks at dark)
Sunday, July 5, 2026 | 10 AM – 6 PM

06/01/2026

When you visit Scenic Hill - Short Term Rental in Bryson City, NC, be sure to plan a day on Fontana Lake! The mountain views are gorgeous, you can fish, tube, or just enjoy the ride.
We have booked out of Almond Boat & RV Park as well as Fontana Village Marina and both were excellent experiences.

05/25/2026

A mountain lake on a hot summer day?!? 🙋🏻‍♀️

04/25/2026

Only an hour from Scenic Hill, you can see one of nature’s beautiful displays!
Enter the lottery for your opportunity to get up close to the action! 💫

It’s almost firefly season! ✨

Hoping to see synchronous fireflies at Elkmont? Enter the lottery on Recreation.gov between April 24 at 10 a.m. (EDT) and April 27 at 11:59 p.m. (EDT) for your chance at a vehicle reservation. This year's viewing period is May 20-27.

During the viewing period, hundreds of visitors gather near Elkmont to watch Photinus carolinus, a firefly species known for its synchronous flashing. The park limits access to the Elkmont area during the eight-day period of predicted peak firefly activity to ease traffic, keep visitors safe and protect the fireflies during their mating season.

Apply, cross your fingers, and get ready for one of the Smokies’ most spectacular sights!

Learn more: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/news/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-announces-dates-for-2026-annual-firefly-viewing-event.htm

Photo by P. Driessche

04/16/2026

We are less than 10 minutes away from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad!
What a great adventure for the littles 💙
Check now for availability!

https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1390068724301977292?unique_share_id=63e564f0-c12e-4db0-8102-ea5fdbbace9c&viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76

🚂✨ BIG NEWS 🚂✨ The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is bringing the magic back this summer… and Thomas is leading the way! 🎉 Day Out With Thomas™: a limited-time event packed with music, movement, and nonstop family fun. 🎶

Climb aboard a real train ride with Thomas, snap unforgettable photos, and explore a full day of activities designed to keep the whole family smiling—from hands-on play zones to live entertainment and more!

📅 July 23–26 & July 30–August 2

🔎 Learn more: https://brys.onl/thomas

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04/12/2026

Come visit us and see why we are in the Top 10!! 🗻🫎