Welcome to Simerly Farms

“Why do farmers farm, given their economic adversities on top of the many frustrations and difficulties normal to farming? And always the answer is: Love. They must do it for love.”
— Windell Berry

Let us help you set the scene that celebrates your family, memories, and love. Stay with us, make memories with us, and grow with us.

An elderly woman and a man standing in front of a wooden windmill structure with a large wooden wheel, possibly a historical or decorative feature. The woman has gray, curly hair and wears glasses, a brown sweater, and a skirt. The man has gray hair, wears a hat, a light-colored shirt, and suspenders. They appear to be outdoors, with bare trees visible in the background.

About our Family

Meet Arnold & Sarah

Since 1947 the farm has been in my family, starting with Arnold and Sarah Simerly. Learn more about our family and founders.

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Capture your Family’s Memories with Us

Make memories to last a lifetime on our 90 acres of Appalachian paradise

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  • The Perfect Location

    We are located minutes from the popular Tweetsie Trail, Milligan University, and East Tennessee State University! Quickly see everything Johnson City, Elizabethton, or Bristol have to offer. Asheville and the beautiful Biltmore Estate, as well as Appalachian State University, Emory and Henry College, and several other universities are only a short drive away!

  • Laurie’s customers, Fernando and Kate embracing by the lake on their wedding day.

  • Fast food restaurant with a red and white tiled exterior, large sign reading 'Burgers,' 'Shakes,' and 'Pal's,' with a drive-thru window and cars parked outside on a sunny day.

  • Looking for something outdoors to do?

    Watauga Lake
    Roan Mountain State Park
    The Creeper Trail
    Appalachian Trail
    Grandfather Mountain
    Linville Caverns State Park
    Doe Mountain Recreation (ATVs + Horse Backriding)
    Iron Mountain Recreation (Mountain Bike + Horse Backriding)
    Bay’s Mountain
    Indian Trail State Park
    Hungry Mother State Park
    Grayson Highlands State Park
    Mount Rodgers State Park
    & many more!

  • The image shows a large, historic castle-style mansion with multiple towers and windows, set behind a well-manicured lawn with a fountain in the center, and lined by tall green trees under a clear blue sky.

  • A cityscape with a mix of brick and concrete buildings, surrounded by trees and greenery, with hills in the background under a clear blue sky.

  • Carrie's Top 10 Favorite Places

    Pal’s Sudden Service
    Biltmore Estate
    Elk River Falls Winery
    Roan Mountain State Park
    Label Restaurant
    Blackbird Bakery
    Barter Theatre
    Ridgewood Barbecue
    Bay’s Mountain
    Over Yonder Restaurant

    Bonus for the littles:
    Hands-on! Discovery Center

  • Sign for Roan Mountain State Park, established in 1959, surrounded by trees and greenery.

  • Calm river with green forested hills in the background, reflecting in the water on a clear day.