McKinley Edwards Inn

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave everything for our country and the freedoms we enjoy each day. 🇺🇸

Their courage, sacrifice, and selflessness will never be forgotten. Today is more than a long weekend or the start of summer — it is a day to honor the heroes who stood for something greater than themselves. Thank you for your service!

As our American flag waves proudly over the mountains here in Bryson City, we are reminded that freedom comes at a cost paid by generations of service members and their families.

“Freedom is never free.”

From all of us at McKinley Edwards Inn, we wish you a meaningful and peaceful Memorial Day. May we always remember, honor, and be grateful. ❤️🤍💙 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

There’s something special about hearing music drift through the halls of McKinley Edwards Inn. 🎹
This morning, we were lucky enough to hear this talented young lady play our piano during breakfast, and it absolutely made the atmosphere feel even more warm, peaceful, and welcoming. Moments like these remind us why we love hospitality so much — it’s the little unexpected experiences that guests remember forever.
Music and mountain mornings just seem to go together here in Bryson City, especially at McKinley Edwards Inn. ❤️
We also wanted to put this out into the community: if anyone local would ever enjoy volunteering to play piano during our breakfast hours (8:00–9:30 AM), we would absolutely welcome it. Whether you’re a seasoned pianist, a student wanting to share your talent, or someone who simply loves to play, we’d love to hear from you.
Thank you again to this talented young musician for making our morning so lovely. 🎶

05/23/2026

🎸 BIG NEWS, GUITAR FANS! 🎸
You do NOT have to stay at McKinley Edwards Inn to attend the Richard Smith Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop & Concert!
For the first time, we are opening a LIMITED number of spots to the public for this incredible musical experience in the Smoky Mountains.
🎶 FRIDAY • JULY 17, 2026 🎶
📍 McKinley Edwards Inn – Bryson City, NC
🔥 WORKSHOP • 2:00–4:00 PM • $60
Learn directly from Richard Smith as he covers: ✔ Arranging songs for solo guitar
✔ Improvising over chord changes
✔ Thumbpicking techniques
✔ Transcribing music by ear
✔ Scott Joplin ragtime styles
✔ And much more!
⚠ ONLY 10 WORKSHOP SLOTS AVAILABLE
🎵 LIVE CONCERT • 7:00 PM • $30
Experience one of the world’s premier fingerstyle guitarists in an intimate setting right here in Bryson City.
⚠ ONLY 15 CONCERT TICKETS AVAILABLE
⭐ VIP SESSION • 4:00–5:00 PM • $50
Includes VIP seating, Q&A session, photo opportunity, and signed item/photo.
Richard Smith is a National Fingerstyle Guitar Champion, protégé of Chet Atkins, and internationally acclaimed performer and educator.
📞 Call 828-488-9626 NOW to reserve your spot before they are gone!
Special thanks to Prohibition Flame at Bryson City Brewery for helping sponsor this unforgettable event. 🔥🎸
Prohibition Catering

05/21/2026

This is the perfect 5 Day itinerary! Come enjoy everything Swain County has to offer. Start your day right with a hearty, homemade McKinley Edwards Inn breakfast. Book one of our whirlpool bath suites to fully relax after a long day of exploring.

Plan the perfect Smoky Mountain getaway with this 5-day Bryson City itinerary featuring train excursions, tubing, waterfalls, Fontana Lake, hiking, whitewater rafting, and family-friendly adventures.

05/15/2026

Meet your innkeepers — Jaimi & Ryan!
With over 25 years of combined hospitality experience, our journey has taken us all across the country — from the historic Greyfield Inn on Cumberland Island, Georgia, to Vista Court Cabins & Lodge in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, and now to the beautiful McKinley Edwards Inn here in Bryson City, North Carolina.
Ryan grew up in Ohio before heading west to Vail, Colorado, where a love for the outdoors quickly turned into a lifelong passion for mountain living, adventure, and exploring every season nature has to offer. Jaimi is originally from Virginia, but after migrating to Montana, she also fell in love with travel and adventure — and has even visited all 50 states!
Since arriving in Bryson City last October, we’ve completely fallen in love with this area. The people are incredibly welcoming, there’s always something new and unexpected to discover, and honestly… the Smokies feel like a Bob Ross painting that changes with the seasons.
Whether you’re here for mountain views, train rides, waterfalls, outdoor adventures, or simply to relax and recharge, we’re grateful to be part of your journey and look forward to hosting you soon!

Thank you to Foggy Moon Photography, LLC for the top-notch headshot!

05/13/2026

Some places give you a mattress with “character.” At McKinley Edwards Inn, we prefer ours without the archaeological evidence of vacations past. 😄
Our guests love it here, check out our reviews! The rooms are clean, cozy, genuinely comfortable, and equipped with the kind of beds that make guests accidentally sleep through breakfast alarms… not the kind where you spend the first five minutes trying to figure out which side the last guest permanently sank into.
Book direct for big savings at https://www.mckinleyedwardsinn.com

05/10/2026

Mama was my greatest teacher, a teacher of compassion, love and fearlessness. If love is sweet as a flower, then my mother is that sweet flower of love.

- Stevie Wonder

05/09/2026

Experience Nantahala with this 50% off code from Wildwater Ltd! Stay at McKinley Edwards Inn to relax, recharge and start your day off right with an amazing breakfast.

Spend Memorial Day on the water! Use code MDM50 for 50% off Rafting, Zipping, Jeep Tours, SUP & Lake Kayak Tours.

*Discount only available for Memorial Day Monday.

05/02/2026

🌺🍓🏡 Be honest… how many times have you said “we just need to get away”
…and then didn’t? 😅
Meanwhile at McKinley Edwards Inn:
• The flowers showed up 🌺
• Breakfast is quietly stealing the spotlight🍓
• The cottage is fully prepared for your “we should’ve done this sooner” moment 🛋️
Join us today at McKinley Edwards Inn!
📞 828-488-9626

04/30/2026

Spring is showing off a little this week at McKinley Edwards Inn 🌸
These Rhododendrens clearly woke up and chose main character energy—and honestly, we’re here for it. Bright blooms, mountain air, and that peaceful “you should probably book a stay” kind of vibe.
Meanwhile… over at the bird feeder…
Our resident yellow-bellied sapsucker is politely dining like he’s at a five-star brunch, while the male cowbird is lurking in the background like, “You gonna finish that?” 😂
Nature’s version of breakfast service—no reservations required, but apparently a little attitude is.
Come relax, recharge, and enjoy the show (flowers included, bird drama complimentary).
Grab your camera and join us today at McKinley Edwards Inn!