HIGHLANDS AND CASHIERS
JUNE 2017
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INSIDE THE LAUREL JUNE 2017 EVENTS
THE ARTS
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Acorns Designer Trunk Shows
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Get Hapi
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Center for Life Enrichment
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Playhouse Offerings
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Groovin’ on the Green
66
H-C Chamber Music
Highlands Music Scene
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Highlands PAC Concert Series
Dovecote Events
68
National Theatre Live at PAC
Scaly Mountain Women’s Club
69
H-C Art League
22
Shrimp Boil
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Th Art of Page Webster
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SOAR Adventure Race
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The Bascom
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Cashiers Library
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Highlands Motoring Festival
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Author’s Tea
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Pawsitively Purrfect Party
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The Good Books
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Auction and Bazaar
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Artisans Summertime Show
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4th of July in Highlands
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WCU Roadworks
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Big Ol’ Country Breakfast
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Lake Glenville Fireworks
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Sapphire Valley Concerts
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Cashiers Antique Show
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Devil’s Courthouse
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Annual Patriotic Concert
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Five-Lined Skink
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Baldaroo Festival
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Squaw Root
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Solar Eclipse
100
The Hooded Warbler
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Highlands Marketplace
102
Golf Talk
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Playhouse Gala
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Highlands Biological Station
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Kitchen Tour
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Wands For Wildlife
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Cashiers Fireworks Extravaganza
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DINING 76
The Blind Mule
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Wine Talk
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High Time at Altitudes
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On the Verandah’s Wine Dinners
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Chocolate Mousse
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Dine Out for Literacy
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Dining Guide
VENTURE OUT
HISTORY 108
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Cashiers History
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Heirloom Gardens
HEALTH 114
Mission Hospital
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Health Talk
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Stuffed Avocado
HOMES & LIFESTYLES 122
Chateau Getaway
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Financial Talk
125
Quackers Fit the Bill
GIVING BACK 128
Peter Ray, Volunteer
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H-C Land Trust
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Carpe Diem Farms
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Big Brothers, Big Sisters
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C-H Humane Society
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Friends For Life
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Peggy Crosby Center
BIZ SPOTLIGHT 138 Vogue 139
USA Today
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Bella Cotn - Bee Bags
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Warth Construction
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The Designers Market
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Vivianne Metzger Antiques
Highlands History
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MAKING IT HAPPEN EVENTS
MARJORIE CHRISTIANSEN Managing Partner
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Summer breezes with notes of honeysuckle and rustling leaves. Greens glisten with morning dew and sunsets dance across the ridges. The season has begun with the sounds
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of clinking glasses, laughter and plans for another summer on the mountain. Indeed, if you’re lucky enough to be here, you’re lucky enough. We at the Laurel count ourselves so very lucky to spend yet another season here with you. Looking forward to events shared,
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MARY JANE MCCALL Writer
time enjoyed and memories made, all with you!
With love,
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Elizabeth Locke
DESIGNS WITH YOU IN MIND BY JENNY KING
Acorns Boutique at Old Edwards Inn and Spa hosts an entire month of splendid trunk shows.
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he high season on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau is surely here and that means bright blossoms, familiar faces, and the much anticipated trunk shows of Acorns Boutique at Old Edwards Inn and Spa. Starting off this month’s shows, and just in time for the Highlands Motoring Festival, will be a scarf extravaganza June 9 and 10. Picture yourself in a vintage convertible with your hair draped in a gorgeous scarf from Acorns à la Audrey Hepburn. Featured designers are Pia Rossini, Pulvermacher, Carolina Amato, Blue Pacific, Banaris, as well as others. The very same weekend Agnus Dei Farms will be there presenting their beeswax-based products and old-fashioned soaps. The next weekend, June 16 and 17, Acorns will host two designers, Planet Clothing and Julie Alyward Jewelry. Planet Clothing, a longtime favorite in Highlands, is known for their creative collection of women’s apparel, which uses the finest natural fabrics. Lauren Grossman, designer and owner of Planet, works with Irish handkerchief linen, pima cotton, and washed silk organza for the softest touch imaginable. Julie Alyward Jewelry is feminine and romantic and highlights precious and semi-precious stones and metals. On June 23 and 24, Elizabeth Locke Jewelry and Lorain Croft Fashions will be fea-
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tured. Elizabeth Locke’s pieces incorporate history, fashion, and the finest craftsmanship available. You’ll find 18th century Chinese gambling counters, Essex crystals, miniature paintings or antique Japanese porcelain buttons all turned into unique works of art. Lorain Croft’s luxurious and sophisticated fashions are all made in New York City and feature designs that are created to fit and flatter a variety of body shapes and sizes. The final trunk show in June will be Coralia Leets Jewelry, June 30 and July 1. The designs of Coralia Leets are affordable and modern and feature brightly colored stones, making them perfect for every occasion. For a full schedule of trunk shows at Acorns Boutique, call (828) 787-1877 or visit OldEdwardsInn.com/Acorns.
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Planet Clothing
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A MONTH OF DIVERSITY BY BONNIE DAYTON
CENTER FOR LIFE ENRICHMENT
The Center for Life Enrichment’s June classes unwrap the mysteries of nature and civilization and offer a surefire way to unlock your hidden talents.
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he best way to describe what we have going on in June at the Center for Life Enrichment is “Diverse.” We travel the world exploring events both past and present. “Reviving and Reshaping North Carolina After the Civil War” looks at how North Carolina’s social and political systems were in an upheaval after the Civil War; “Mexico’s Drug Wars” examines Mexico’s current crisis; and “Who Are the Mexicans?” explores the dynamic love-hate relationship between Mexico and the United States. We take a photo journey with presenter William Rawlings to the city of Potosi, located high in the Andes of southwestern Bolivia, in “The Richest City in All the World.” Eren Tasar received his Ph.D. from Harvard and is an assistant professor of History
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at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His two lectures take us to Turkey with a look at Islam in “Islam: Secularism and the Nation State in Turkey,” and to Russia in a lecture that explores Russian involvement in the Middle East. You can have a hands-on art experience building your own garden trough with June Guy Gunn or learn to draw with Freddie Flynt in a “Beginning Drawing Workshop.” Nigel Sixsmith will teach you how to load your favorite tunes to your Apple devices in the new class “Apple Music.” A One-Day Watercolor Workshop will tap into your creative side as well. We will study the lives of Winston Churchill and Jimmy Carter during the time of his presidency. Delve into the CIA and the U.S. Supreme Court as well as investigate how globalization affects us to-
day in some very interesting lectures. Who doesn’t want to know how things work? If you used to start your mornings watching, “Bill Nye, The Science Guy,” then we have some lectures you’ll want to attend. “Bugs Among Us” will explore the little-known world of insects and their kin. Realizing you made a bad choice is sometimes hard to accept, but “Decision Making Through Instinctive Thinking” will help us guard against mental glitches that often get us into trouble. “Of Microbes and Men: 21st Century Genetic Engineering” will provide an introduction to genetic engineering techniques and the potential application of these techniques to treat human diseases. To register or for more information call the CLE office at (828) 526-8811 or visit clehighlands.com.
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LET’S GO TO THE GREEN BY MARY JANE MCCALL
The free Groovin’ on the Green concert series brings cherished bands from across the Southeast to the heart of Cashiers.
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itting just steps away from the Crossroads in Cashiers lies the heart of the community, The Village Green and Village Commons. Here you’ll find activities throughout the year, but none is more universally loved than the Groovin’ on the Green concert series, held each Friday evening during the summer season at 6:30 P.M., rain or shine. These concerts, sponsored by the Greater Cashiers Area Merchants Association and The Village Green, are well-attended and enjoyed by all ages. People in the know keep their “Groovin” supplies at hand and ready to go – lawn chairs; a cooler with beverages for adults
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and kids; a picnic, either lovingly prepared at home or purchased from a local eatery; and blankets for sitting on the lawn or wrapping up in if there’s a nip in the air. You’ll hear music of every genre here and are likely to acquire some new favorites as bands from across the Southeast take the stage. June promises a lineup you won’t want to miss so mark your calendars now. The Colby Dietz Band performs on Friday, June 9. They’ve been described as a “rough and tumble string band with hearts of gold and cite a broad range of influences, drawing from a unique blend of sounds rooted in rock, outlaw country, bluegrass,
folk, and singer-songwriter music.” The folk sounds of the Bo Spring Band featuring the songwriting duo of Lauren and Bo Spring will entertain on June 16. Rounding out the month are two dynamic female vocalists who are perennial crowd favorites. Rockell Scott hits the stage on June 23. With a unique blend of gospel and jazz, her rich vocals delight crowds of all ages. Andalyn closes out the month with a concert on June 30. Her commanding stage presence, impressive vocal range, and lively stage presence always brings crowds to their feet. Concerts are always free, but donations are encouraged and appreciated.
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WEEKEND MUSICAL MIX BY MARY JANE MCCALL Colby Dietz Band
Summer nights in Highlands are a little sweeter with a pair of free concert series.
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ummer evenings in Highlands are lovely and, thanks to the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, Friday and Saturday nights are lively as well. That’s because the Chamber sponsors two popular concerts, Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine. Friday Night Live performances take place at the Highlands Town Square from 6:0 0 until 8:0 0 P.M. Saturdays on Pine are at the Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street and also begin at 6:0 0 P.M. These concerts continue to draw large crowds and offer something for every musical taste. They present something of a tale of two concerts, one traditional and one that mixes things up a bit. Friday Night Live is proud to be part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina, an initiative whose goal is to increase opportunities for people to hear, learn about, and enjoy the unique music that has been performed and enjoyed in the North Carolina mountains and foothills for generations. Head to Town Square on Friday nights to hear some of the best local and regional talent bringing these sounds to you. Events scheduled in June are as follows: June 9, Mountain Dulcimer Band; June 16, Johnny Webb Band; June 23, Silly Ridge Roundup; and, June 30, Southern Highlands. Saturdays on Pine stir things up by bringing different genres and sounds to
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the stage each week. Founders Park offers the perfect setting to bring your lawn chairs, a cooler of beverages, and a picnic, and enjoy the sounds of the evening. On Saturday, June 10, the Highlands Motoring Festival is held at the park, so plan to make it a day at the park and stay for the lively sounds of the Colby Dietz Band. On Saturday, June 17, Goldie and the Screamers play, followed by Andalyn on June 24. Though each band brings a different sound, they all bring powerful performances and an engaging stage presence guaranteed to have you on your feet. For more information visit highlandschamber.org or call (828) 526-2112.
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GROWING HEIRLOOMS This summer’s Garden Talk Salon theme is “Heritage and Heirloom Garden Plants for the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.” Everyone is invited.
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earning for summer color and wondering what vegetables and plants are especially choice in our region? Join us for lectures from knowledgeable experts on summer shrubs and bird-friendly plants at our Dovecote Garden Talk Salon weekdays on Friday at 10:00 A.M., unless otherwise noted. On June 9, Dovecote presents a free lecture on “Summer Garden Color.” Discover heirloom dahlias and Mary Palmer Dargan’s “magic mix” of perennials and shrubs. Get friendly with hydrangeas, perennials, and colorful foliage you might not have considered to enliven your garden, plus experiment with annual flower seeds designed to naturalize in your garden beds. On June 16, “Summer Vegetables: Heirloom Seeds, NonGMO Plants, and Native Greens,” features seeds you can plant in your garden now, plus baby plants to boost your vegetable garden beds. A special event on Wednesday, June 21, is the 2017 Jan Wyatt Heritage Gardener Symposium. For the first time, it’ll be held on the grounds of the historic Zachary-Tolbert House at the Cashiers Historical Society. Tickets for 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. include a Listen Lunch Learn ($45 fee) with experts Ila Hatter on “Wildcrafting and Heritage Meals,” Eric Jackson of Old Salem on “Heritage Plants,” and Mary Palmer Dargan on “The Early American Kitchen Garden.” This free event will be staged from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. There’ll be a Plant Swap, and Heritage Gardening Vendors will have booths. For tickets, please contact (828) 743-7710. Seating is very limited. On June 23, a guest speaker will present a seminar on “Summer Shrubs, Colorful Heirloom Border Plants and Edible Shrubs for Color Harvesting and Attracting Birds.” “Cocktails in the Garden Sip & Chat” will be staged by popular request from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. June 20. Dogs are welcome. Please make a reservation at (828) 743-0307. To kick-off your busy month of July with houseguests, join us on July 7 for “Summer Cocktails & Beverages.” Learn to craft elderflower cordials, flower wines, and, of course, sample them. Dargan Landscape Architects is the proud sponsor of The Garden Talk Salon on Friday, June 23, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Kindly reserve at (828) 743-0307. Please visit dargan.com for full details.
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THE GIVING-EST GALS AROUND BY SOPHIA ILER
SCALY MOUNTAIN WOMENS CLUB
The members of the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club are planning a season of fun and fundraising, starting with their near-legendary Pancake Breakfasts and the Diamond and Denim auction on July 16.
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he Scaly Mountain Women’s Club is busy and running full speed. Most of the 93 members are gathered back in the area and initiating their big fund raising events for 2017. These hard-working women are already in action, donating much of their time to raise money for their Scholarship Fund and various other community charities. The first charity launch of 2017 is the wellknown SMWC Pancake Breakfast, which opened May 27 with huge success. If you missed it, the next one is June 24 and will continue every fourth Saturday of the month through September. Breakfast is served from 7:30 until 10:30 A.M., featuring buttermilk pancakes, with or without blueberries, Blalock’s sausage, orange juice, and fresh
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2017 Scaly Mountain Women’s Club “Diamonds and Denim” Annual Auction Committee, L-R: Sherry Gailey, Co-Chairman; Barbara Bannon, Chairman; Loretta Fitt, Co-Chairman.
coffee, all for only $6. The next highly anticipated fund-raiser is the SMWC Annual Auction and you don’t want to miss it. The Auction Committee, chaired by Barbara Bannon, has announced “Diamonds and Denim” as its theme for this year’s auction. It will be held on Sunday, July 16, at the Sky Valley Country Club starting at 6:00 P.M. The event will include both a silent and live auction; in addition to perennial favorites such as golf and adventure packages, tickets to professional sporting events, and private group dinners, there will be some amazing new items – Murder Mystery Dinner, vacation packages including a European River Cruise for two, a Hunting Camp for six in Argentina, a ThreeNight Stay on a private island including air-
fare, and much more. Tickets are $50 per person, which includes a complimentary glass of wine and a fantastic offering of hors d’oeuvres; a fully- stocked cash bar will be available. Tickets are limited and already selling fast. To purchase Diamond and Denim tickets or to donate high quality items for the auction, please contact Barbara Bannon at barbarajbannon@gmail.com. The proceeds raised support the club’s Scholarship Fund, which helps local students fulfill their educational dreams. The club is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation and donations are tax deductible. For more information about the club, to join or make a donation, please visit scalymountainwomensclub.org.
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SHRIMPLY DELICIOUS BY MARY JANE MCCALL
A traditional shrimp boil with all the fixings and a straight-fromthe-well band make for an unforgettable Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park fundraiser.
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sk anyone who attended last year’s Shrimp Boil at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park and they will tell you what a great event that was. When you combine good food with friendly smiles from your many friends throughout the Plateau and toe-tapping music on a cool summer’s eve, the result is a night to remember. Hudson Classic Catering from Lexington, South Carolina, is preparing the food again this year. Fast forward the calendar to the Second Annual Shrimp Boil on Saturday, June 17, at 6:00 P.M. Enjoy your favorite libation as you
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chat with friends. The tables will be set on the stone terrace near the new fireplace. Wafting from the large pots are the tangy smells of new red potatoes and corn on the cob, link sausage, and the freshest shrimp available, um, um good. Add warm crusty bread and a bite of sweets for dessert and you have a dinner to remember. Boy, what a deal – all that good food for only $55 per person (includes two drink tickets, too) and you’re helping raise the funds to put the finishing touches on the park. Pat yourself on the back for your community spirit. Gather your friends to-
gether and make it a night to remember. Enjoy live music from Goldie & the Screamers – one of Asheville’s most popular bands delivering “Neo-Soul and old school R&B.” One minute you’ll be humming along while next you will be wanting to dance the light fantastic. Get your shrimp boil tickets now at foundersparkhighlands.org or by calling the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust at (828) 526-1111. Don’t delay last year’s event was immensely popular. You don’t want to miss this fun evening. If you can’t attend, why not send a contribution anyway?
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GET OUTDOORS AND SOAR! BY MARY JANE MCCALL
Athletes from across the Southeast are invited to run, cycle, canoe, and rappel their way through the 16th Annual Special Operations Adventure Race, June 10 in Highlands. Proceeds benefit the children and families of fallen and wounded Special Operations personnel.
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he 16th Annual Special Operations Adventure Race benefiting the Special Operations Warrior Foundation will be held on June 10. This annual event continues to draw outdoor enthusiasts from across the Southeast who come to the mountains to challenge themselves and raise money for a great cause. Race organizers are encouraging everyone to participate and raise funds and awareness for this great cause by joining them for their annual pasta dinner held on June 9, from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Highlands Recreation Park. Plates are $10, the food is delicious, and carryout is available. Make plans now to enjoy this special meal and lend your support. Since its inception, the Highlands Annual SOAR race has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for SOWF, which provides college educations to children of fallen special operations personnel in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines. It also provides assistance to families of severely-wounded troops with immediate expenses incurred while traveling to be at the bedside of their loved ones. The annual SOAR race continues to be an example of how a community can have a positive impact on the lives of very special children whose parent has sacrificed so much for our country.
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This year the race will be held on June 10, and will allow solo racers and teams of two, three, or four to test their mettle against our mountainous terrain while running, cycling, canoeing, rappelling, and orienteering to raise funds for this special cause. This event is a true test of mind, body, and spirit. Entrants can enter the six-hour Sprint Race or the 12-hour Elite Race. There are categories for male, female, and coeds in each race, and for the first time the race is a regional qualifier for the U.S. Adventure Racing National Championships.
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ANNUAL BOOK SALE BY LUKE OSTEEN
It’s the chance to stock up on books, DVDs and audiobooks at the Annual Book Sale at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library, June 14-17.
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he Friends of Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library will stage their Annual Book Sale in the library’s Meeting Room from Wednesday, June 14, through Saturday, June 17. Browsers will be treated to tables loaded with best sellers, fiction in every genre and non-fiction that’ll fill out the Dewey Decimal System of a home library. Some of the books are new, some are gently used. Formats include Hardbacks, Trade Paperbacks, and Standard Paperbacks. In addition, there’ll be audiobooks for sale, perfect for listening to in the car or to accompany you throughout your daily routine. You can browse among an eclectic range of DVDs, including classics and new releases. Jigsaw puzzles will also be offered throughout the sale. The sale will begin with a Preview for members of the Friends of the Library, 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 14. The public is invited to attend the sale on Thursday, June 15, from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.; Friday, June 16, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.; and Saturday, June 17, from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. For information, call (828) 743-0215. The library is located at 249 Frank Allen Road.
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FESTIVAL WITH ALTITUDE
BY MARY JANE MCCALL
1988 Lamborghini Countach
1967 Lamborghini
1972 DeTomaso Pantera
Highlands Motoring Festival’s Classic Car Show, set for Saturday, June 10, spotlights an intense rivalry between two of the automotive world’s most legendary names.
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pectators at the Highlands Motoring Festival’s Classic Car Show at KelseyHutchinson Founders Park, set for 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, June 10, will be able to witness some special treats from Italy. A great automotive rivalry began in the early 1960s when Enzo Ferrari insulted one of his best customers, Ferruccio Lamborghini, who proceeded to build a new factory and successfully manufacture his own brand of super cars. Always trying to stay a step ahead of Ferrari, in 1966 Lamborghini produced the first mid-engine super car –
The Miura. Powered by a V-12 engine with 430 H.P. positioned directly behind the driver and bodied by Bertone, it is considered one of the most beautiful cars ever. From 1966 to 1972 a total of 754 were built. It’s hard to believe that the same designer, Marcello Gandini, head designer at Bertone, also penned the Lamborghini Countach. Its sharp edges contrast wildly with the Miura’s flowing shape. From 1971 to 1989 the Countach was “the icon” for high performance with its sinister Darth Vader attitude. A mid-engine V-12 of up to 420 H.P.
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and aero shape made it one of the fastest cars of the era. Appearing in 1971 was another early midengine super car, the de Tomaso Pantera. It was an Italian built car with a Ford drivetrain and sold through Lincoln Mercury dealers. When Ford stopped importing the Pantera in 1974, just over 6,000 had been sold. Don’t miss this opportunity to see these and other classic cars at the HMF car show. For more information on the car show and the Festival’s entire weekend schedule of events, please visit highlandsmotoringfestival.com.
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HUMC AUTHOR’S TEA BY WILEY SLOAN
Highlands United Methodist Church will host an author’s tea with novelist Karen White at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 24. For tickets or more information, call (828) 526-3376.
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et your tickets now for the Fourth Annual Author’s Tea at Highlands United Methodist Church, to be held from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, June 24. This immensely popular event sells out quickly so get your tickets early. Southern author Karen White, who hails from the Atlanta area, is well known for her award-winning style. Acclaimed by both The New York Times and USA Today as one of today’s most popular writers, Karen’s books give you an escape from reality. In addition to her mystery series based in
Charleston, South Carolina, she continues to capture the hearts of Southern women with stories that include romance, history, antiques and architecture. Since her first book “In the Shadow of the Moon,” published in August 2000, Karen has written steadily. Don your hat and gloves, or come in mountain chic attire. You’ll enjoy delicious finger sandwiches, and petit fours to satisfy your sweet tooth as you kibitz with friends and neighbors around tables of shimmering crystal and fine china. Each of the table hostesses displays her creative style with the
fetching table décor. You’ll also get to hear the author tell some of the background of her most recent book, “The Night the Lights Went Out.” Learn how this Southern woman was influenced by growing up in London. Tickets are only $25 each. Call the church office at (828) 526-3376 or Event Coordinator Gay Kattel at (828) 526-2746. You’ll have a fun-filled afternoon as you help the church raise funds for its new Faith and Fellowship Center. For more information, go to highlandsmethodist.org.
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PAWS TO CONSIDER BY DAVID STROUD
CASHIERS-HIGHLANDS HUMANE SOCIETY
The marvelous cats and dogs of the CashiersHighlands Humane Society are at the heart of the Pawsitively Purrfect Gala, June 19 at the Country Club of Sapphire Valley.
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hen you first arrive at the beautiful and exquisite Country Club of Sapphire Valley, you know the night is going to be special. From the spectacular views on the Mountain Veranda to the elegant dining experience in the Sapphire Room, there is only one thing that could make this party more perfect, Pawsitively Purrfect, as a matter of fact. And that’s to combine this uniquely stunning venue with a night of fundraising and “fun-raising” to support the shelter pets at the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society. Pawsitively Purrfect Party is our annual gala that kicks off the social season on the Plateau in grand style! Join us at the luxuri-
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ous Country Club of Sapphire Valley and enjoy a magical evening featuring cocktails, an exquisite dinner, live and silent auction, and dancing. Auction items include one-of-a-kind works of art, exclusive private dinner parties, vacation getaways to exotic locales, golf packages, gift certificates from local retail merchants and area restaurants, and much more! Pawsitively Purrfect Party is Monday, June 19, beginning at 5:30 P.M. and tickets are $195 per person ($390 per couple). To purchase tickets or for more information, please call (828) 743-5759 or email info@ chhumanesociety.org. Make plans today to be a part of this elegant evening to support the rescued animals at the Cashiers-
Highlands Humane Society! Established in 1987, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a private 501(c)(3) not-for-profit animal welfare organization and no-kill shelter that receives no federal, state, or county tax dollars, and no funding from any national animal group. CHHS relies solely on donations, grants, bequests, and special events to further our mission of rescue, compassionate care, spay/neuter and finding forever homes for nearly 500 abandoned and neglected animals each year. CHHS is located on Highway 64 in Sapphire, two miles east of the Cashiers Crossroads and open 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday.
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THE GOOD BOOKS BY JENNY KING | PHOTOS BY TERRI GARLAND
Copyright of the artist and courtesy of Jackson Fine Art
A moving new photographic exhibition at First Presbyterian Church of Highlands captures the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina and the resiliency of faith.
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he public is invited to view a moving and inspirational display of photography at the First Presbyterian Church of Highlands. Thanks to collectors Jim and Donna Philips, these 10 photographs were installed in the sanctuary in May. The collection, entitled “The Good Books,” is a series taken by Terri Garland, an artist who specializes in photographing the social and cultural fabric of the American South, particularly in Louisiana and Mississippi. They feature ruined worship books found in churches that were destroyed in Hurricane Katrina. When asked what attracted them to these works of art, Donna said, “Jim always loved photography as an art form. When Anna Walker-Skillman, owner of Jackson Fine Art, introduced us to Terri’s work, we were immediately drawn to the story of the images.” The photographer’s statement explains that these images of Bibles and Prayer Books, which have been pulled from their final resting places in mud-caked pews and condemned church floors, are from both the Central City and Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans.
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“As I entered the ruined churches of the Lower Ninth Ward there was a vague familiarity, an equivalent of loss,” Garland says. “Upturned pews, scattered tambourines, and floors both crunchy and soggy met my tentative footsteps. For me, these images are both beautiful in their decay and incendiary in their implication.” Jim’s father was a Presbyterian minister and the church came to mean a great deal to the couple. When Donna approached First Presbyterian, now her home church, with the idea of displaying the Good Books, it was immediately welcomed. “The photographs need to be seen and I couldn’t think of a better place for them to be displayed,” says Donna. Highlands residents remember Katrina well, as we welcomed those who traveled here from the ravaged lands farther south. We sent trucks loaded with goods to the stricken coastline and did what we could to help. This collection helps us remember how others suffered and yet, as Donna says, “It is a vision of hope. For as the Bible says, ‘The grass withered and the flower fades away but the Word of the Lord endures for ever.’”
You’re encouraged to visit the sanctuary of The First Presbyterian Church of Highlands, which is open 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, to see this lovingly curated collection of The Good Books. There will be brochures available to explain what you see and how to interact with the pieces.
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TIME, TREASURES AND TALENT BY PAIGE BARNES
The grand Church of the Good Shepherd Auction and Bazaar is set for Friday, July 7, and Saturday, July 8. Proceeds benefit the entire community.
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he Church of the Good Shepherd Auction and Bazaar, set for July 7 and 8, is the annual cornerstone of fundraising for local charities and causes. Countless hours of collecting treasures and donations from local businesses and residents have been sorted and prepared to make ready for the Annual Church of the Good Shepherd Auction and Bazaar. The auction will begin on Friday, July 7, at the Church of the Good Shepherd located on NC 107 South. Silent bidding is from 4:00 to 6:15 P.M. Refreshments will be served and there is a $10 admission fee to reserve
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your paddle for the live auction which begins at 6:30 P.M. This year’s live auction items will range from wonderful antiques, fabulous dinners around the Plateau, to exciting trips near and far. Also, homemade casseroles, soups and baked goods will be available for purchase during the night of the Auction. On Saturday, July 8, at 9:00 A.M. the Bazaar doors open at two locations; the Cashiers Community Center and the new Bazaar Barn (behind the BP Station at the Crossroads). Tents at the Community Center will house sporting goods, children’s
toys, and clothing. Inside the Gymnasium, you’ll find the linens, holiday items, antiques, kitchen, and bric-a-brac. The new Bazaar Barn with sell all the furniture, artwork, rugs, and garden items. The Bazaar closes at 1:00 P.M. with the drawing of five great raffle prizes, so be sure to buy your tickets while shopping at the Bazaar. All proceeds from these two-day events go directly to nonprofit organizations in the community. So please spend some time shopping for treasures so we can contribute to the talents of our community outreach.
The 28th Annual Mountain Artisans Summertime Fine Art & Craft Show will be held June 24 and 25 at Western North Carolina University’s Ramsey Center. For information, call (828) 524-3405.
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he 28th Annual Mountain Artisans Summertime Fine Art & Craft Show will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 24 and 25, inside the Western Carolina University Ramsey Center in scenic Cullowhee, North Carolina. The Mountain Artisans Shows are noted for featuring the biggest selection of authentic handcrafted arts and crafts in the area. Fans are attracted to handcrafted heritage and contemporary crafts and enjoy being able to purchase original art and meet the artist who made it! Exhibitors are carefully screened before they can become part of the Fine Art & Craft Shows. Look for handcrafted pottery, glass creations, and fine wood art. The Heritage Cat-
egory includes goat milk soap, quilting, and folk dolls. Several of the old-time quilters still make them one at a time just for you. Pine needle baskets, white oak baskets, hand tied brooms, and cotton woven rugs are hard to find but are usually featured from show to show. Some of the most skilled doll craft, leather craft, and master jewelers around exhibit. Many of the gourd artists have won awards in competitions. Shoppers love the folk art, one-of-a-kind birdhouses, and designer fabric purses. And you’ll find just about the best artists in pottery and clay art. There will be concessions and live music by Ronnie Evans. This year’s featured artist is Roberta
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MOUNTAIN ARTISANS SUMMERTIME SHOW Roberta Brown-Roberts Brown-Roberts exhibiting her Pressed Flower Art. She actually “paints” pictures with dried petals of 120 different blooms. Her grandmother taught her this traditional art back home in Maine. Roberta later moved to Tennessee for the longer growing season for her flowers. Visit pressedflowerart.com to learn more. Show hours are from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. each day. Admission is $4.50 for adults with children under 12 admitted free. The convenient parking is free. You will find information about the show, its artisans, their crafts and so much more at mountainArtisans.net. You can also contact Show Promoter Doris Hunter by email at djhunter@dnet.net or call (828) 524-3405.
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HIGHLANDS 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION Highlands’ Fourth of July is the quintessential Small Town Celebration.
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ighlands is special anytime of the year, but there’s something about the Fourth of July that really makes us sparkle and shine. Plan on joining your friends and neighbors in the annual patriotic celebration. Start your day at 9:00 A.M. when Cub Scout Pack 207 and Boy Scout Troop 207 host their annual rocket launch at the town baseball field. The rocket launch is followed at 11:00 A.M. by the annual field games for adults and kids. Join in these classic field games which guarantee you’ll leave tired, laughing and with a few stories to tell at your cookouts later in the day. You’ll also have a chance to see the MAMA helicopter, which will be on site, and sit in one of the Highlands Fire Department fire trucks. All these fun and games are sure to stir up quite an appetite but don’t worry, the annual Rotary Barbecue starts at 11:00 A.M. at the Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park where the famous Wilson Barbecue Plate always
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hits the spot. Rotary members will also be serving plates at the Community Building. Plates are $10, a mouth-watering deal. The Annual Rotary Club Rubber Ducky Derby follows at 3:00 P.M. at Mill Creek. Purchase a rubber duck and cheer it on to victory for the chance to win prizes and bragging rights. Ducks are $10 each, or a Quack Pack – five Ducks plus one for $50 or a Super Quack Pack – 10 Ducks plus three for $100. First Place will receive $400; Second Place, $200; and Third Place, $100. Ducks can be purchased at the barbecue at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park or at the ball field. At 8:00 P.M. walk on over to the First Presbyterian Church of Highlands for a Patriotic Sing, which ends in ample time for you to claim your spot downtown to watch the fireworks, which start around 9:00 P.M. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please call the Highlands Chamber of Commerce at (828) 526-2112.
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WCU ROADWORKS BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY HIGHLANDS PAC
Western Carolina University’s finest vocalists will perform in a free concert at the Highlands Performing Arts Center, 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 4.
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ark your calendars for a fun-filled free concert on Sunday, June 4. The Highlands Performing Arts Center and the Highlands-Cashiers Players join together to give a gift of the arts to the plateau. Western Carolina University Roadworks is an outreach program sponsored by the College of Fine and Performing Arts at WCU. The School of Music was chosen to present the program this year, utilizing the performing ensembles, The Catamount Singers and Electric Soul. These groups consist of five of the best singers from the School of Music. Together, they have prepared a concert: Living The Dream. The show features energetic Modern Pop tunes, Jazz standards,
and Classic Rock, all complete with impressive choreography. It will highlight each of the singers, along with brief narrations about the School of Music and the Arts at WCU. The School of Performing and Fine Arts at WCU has been rated one of the best in the country. The Bardo Theater at WCU has been rated in the top six university theaters in the country. Come and enjoy these young future stars in the entertainment world. The reception begins at 6:00 P.M. and the concert begins at 7:00 P.M. Members of PAC, HCP and WCU will be on hand to greet the audience to this free reception and concert. For more information, call (828) 526-9047 or visit highlandspac.org.
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FEEDING BODY AND SOUL BY MARY JANE MCCALL
There’s nothing dainty about the Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast, set for 7:00 A.M. Saturday, July 1, at the Cashiers Community Center. Proceeds will benefit the Fishes and Loaves Food Pantry.
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ishes and Loaves Food Pantry invites everyone out to their 11th annual Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast on Saturday, July 1, from 7:0 0 A.M. until 11:0 0 A.M. at the Cashiers Community Center. This Cashiers tradition is a must do, so start your Fourth of July weekend off with a belly full of home cooking and check your calorie and carb counters at the door. Sumptuous is the word that comes to mind when you see the enormous breakfast spread. Pancakes, bacon, eggs, sausage, mile-high buttermilk biscuits, coffee, milk, juice, and
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more await you. One-hundred percent of the proceeds go right back to Fishes and Loaves, Cashiers’ emergency food pantry that performs the important work of providing food to families and individuals in need in Jackson County. In 2016 they provided over 2,0 0 0 eligible families with one or two boxes of food twice per month depending on the size of the family. Families could also take additional loose food items, such as seasonal fresh vegetables and fruits. A standard box of food includes three cans of vegetables, three
cans of meat, three cans of fruit, cereal, two cans of soup, dried beans, rice, spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, macaroni & cheese, mashed potatoes, peanut butter, and frozen meat. Special boxes of food with turkeys or hams are distributed prior to Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas each year. In cooperation with the Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, free coats are distributed at the pantry during the winter. For more information on donating or volunteering, or information about their program, visit fishesandloaves.org.
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LIGHT UP THE MOUNTAIN SKY BY JENNY KING | PHOTO BY JENNIFER MILCIUNAS OWENS
The placid waters of Lake Glenville mirror the dazzling pyrotechnics of the Lake Glenville Fireworks Show, set for dusk on Sunday, July 2.
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lan your Fourth of July weekend around the spectacular fireworks at Lake Glenville. This spectacular show is held at dusk (approximately 9:30 PM) on Sunday, July 2, a tradition started more than a decade ago when Stuart Hall and friends produced a remarkable show, with a very small budget, from a barge near Buck Knob Island. “We have again contracted with Hale Artificier Fireworks, a licensed pyrotechnics company, to produce this incredible event,” says organizer Juan Milciunas. The
show will be based at The Point at Glenville Lake subdivision across the lake from Hattler Realty on Highway 107 North and, of course, there will be many boats enjoying the fireworks waterside. The Friends of Lake Glenville is responsible for the organization and financing of this signature event and rely exclusively on private contributions. The current sponsors are Friends of Lake Glenville, Trillium, Hattler Realty, Signal Ridge Marina and private individuals. If you’re interested in being a sponsor or
contributor and want to be recognized as one for the 2017 event, please contact at FriendsofLakeGlenville.com or send your 2017 fireworks contribution to FLG, PO Box 493, Glenville, NC 28736. Make sure you write “2017 fireworks” in the memo. Join your friends at Lake Glenville, Sunday, July 2, at dusk for the best fireworks show at the lake. It’s asked that onlookers donate $5 per person to help this spectacular show return next year. Contributions may be made online at FriendsofLakeGlenville.com.
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SAPPHIRE VALLEY CONCERTS BY JENNY KING
Moody launches Sapphire Valley’s Concert on the Slopes series, 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 20, on the Ski Slopes.
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ummer in the mountains means lively concerts under the stars at Sapphire Valley Resort. During the months of June, July, August, and September, top bands from around the region perform live on the Sapphire Valley Ski Slopes and this year, if you purchase a season ticket, you’ll also get a “Buy One Get One Free” offer for their brand new zip line. The first concert of the season will be held
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at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 20, and features Moody, a cover band from Atlanta with over 20 years of live experience. They’re known for playing Top 40 hits as well as 80s and 90s tunes that’ll have you on your feet all night long. Their selections are as varied as Alan Jackson, Glen Miller, and Alice in Chains. Tickets are only $20 if purchased before the show and $25 on the day of the concert. For $60 you can get a full season pass.
Bring all your family and friends and reserve an entire tent with tables and chair, or bring a blanket, a cooler, and a picnic basket and make an evening of it. For more information on how to purchase tickets, call (828) 743-7663 or stop by the Sapphire Valley Community Center. Concerts on the Slopes will be held on the Sapphire Valley Ski Slopes, behind the Sapphire Valley Community Center, three miles east of Cashiers on US 64.
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COME CELEBRATE THE MOUNTAINS
Left to right: Teri Walawender, BRS principal; Dominic Carbone; Mahalah Stewart; Dayanara Ferig; Anthony Baumgarner; Jazmin Ferrin; Carsen Williams; Brent Speckhardt, BREC principal,
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There’s no better way to celebrate the mountains than strolling through the treasure chest that’s the 41st Annual Cashiers Benefit Antique Show, July 21-23 at Blue Ridge School.
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veryone is invited to visit the 41st Annual Cashiers Benefit Antique Show, held July 21-23 to benefit Blue Ridge School and Blue Ridge Early College. As always, it’s staged on the campus of Blue Ridge School. A drawing for the vintage quilt door prize (pictured with Blue Ridge students and principals) will be held at the end of the show on Sunday. Each paid attendee receives a card to fill out for the drawing. A second quilt will be raffled for a scholarship for a deserving senior and tickets will be on sale at several locations as well as at the show. Approximately 60 exhibitors from the U. S. and Great Britain will offer an incredible array of antiques. Blue Ridge volunteers, and show staff all work together to make
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this a memorable occasion to benefit both the school and those who come to support and enjoy the show each year. It’s a great place to discover that perfect piece for your home or to find a very special gift. Exhibitors offer endless choices in fine art, folk art, rare music boxes, rare coins, cut glass, exquisite linens, lodge and cabin accessories, fine furniture, and children’s toys from days gone by. There’s no need to feel intimidated, as the show is designed for everyone from novice to advanced collector and all can shop the entire weekend with one ticket purchase. This year, delicious food will be offered by Flip and Whip, located across from the Garden Dining Tent. Tickets are available at the door for a donation of $10 or $9 with any media ad. Discounts
cards are also available at select stores or by mail. Wheelchairs will be available for those who need assistance and volunteers will be happy to assist. Blue Ridge School is a smoke-free campus and pets are not allowed, but service animals are always welcome. So come celebrate the mountains” at the 41st Annual Cashiers Benefit Antique Show at Blue Ridge School, 95 Bobcat Drive, Highway 107 North in Cashiers. Hours are Friday, July 21, and Saturday, July 22, from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Sunday, July 23, from 11:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. For more information, call Show Coordinator Hazel Giles at (828) 743-9270 or (828) 226-5325. Visit them on Facebook or online at cashiersannualantiqueshow.com and cashiersbenefitantiqueshow.com.
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ANNUAL PATRIOTIC CONCERT BY ANGIE JENKINS | PHOTO MARTY BOONE
First Presbyterian Church of Highlands sets the mood for the town’s fireworks spectacular with a free concert of patriotic music at 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 4. Everyone is invited.
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irst Presbyterian Church of Highlands will present its annual patriotic concert at 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 4. The free concert will last one hour, ensuring plenty of time to watch the town fireworks display. Featured will be the Highlands Men’s Chorus under the direction of Dr. Michael
Lancaster. Lancaster serves as Director of Worship/Music at Highlands First Presbyterian Church and also as Conductor of the Asheville Symphony Chorus. The group will be accompanied by Marquita SomelianaLauer. Also featured will be trumpeter Larry Black and organist Angie Jenkins.
Come dressed as you are. In the event the fireworks display is cancelled due to rain, the concert will still take place. The church is located at the corner of Main and Fifth Streets. Handicapped accessible entrances are located on Church Street and on Fifth Street.
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BALDAROO AT FAIRFIELD LAKE BY JENNY KING
The Baldaroo Festival – complete with local talent, headliner The Kurt Thomas Band, and fireworks – will be staged at Fairfield Lake. It’ll benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau.
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t’s been a while since the Cashiers Valley Rotary Club hosted the Symphony Under the Stars Fourth of July music and fireworks event. The Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau is looking to grow this exciting event with Baldaroo at Fairfield Lake, for the benefit of the community and for the Boys & Girls Club. This family friendly event happens from 4:30 to 9:30 P.M. on Saturday, September 16. It will have a slightly different twist as it will be more of a music festival with Saturday’s theme being country and bluegrass. There will be a full slate of local talent performing in advance of the featured performer, The Kurt Thomas Band. Thomas has written and produced several albums and has most recently collaborated with Grammy Award-winning writer Dennis Morgan on his recently released album “Give it Hell Trying.” Thomas’s win of Kenny Chesney’s Next Big Star contest made him the opening act for Chesney, Brooks & Dunn, Sammy Hagar, LeAnn Rimes, Gary Alan, and Sugarland. He has also opened for the Zac Brown Band, Joe Diffie, Little Big Town, and Blue County.
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After opening for Chesney, Thomas went on to win CMT’s Music City Madness, a nationwide contest that led to him doing an “Unplugged Studio 330” session on CMT as well as a mentorship with Grammy Awardwinning singer Randy Travis. Today, Thomas is doing what he does best – writing songs and playing shows all over the United States. Kurt will be joined by local artists, Hurricane Creek and Jay Drummonds, with Atlanta performer and Camp Merrie-Woode’s own Madison Chance opening the show. The day will finish with a spectacular fireworks display over Fairfield Lake. Local vendors will be on site selling food under the tent on top of the hill. All proceeds will go to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau. Tickets can be purchased at baldaroo.com, at the club office, at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce, and other locations around town. Ticket sales will be limited, so make your online reservations early. There will be a variety of seating and parking options available. You can also call the club at (828) 743-2775 for more information.
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PRIME VIEW FOR ECLIPSE The twin communities are offering front-row seating for an unforgettable celestial event.
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id you know that the Highlands-Cashiers area will be a prime viewing location on August 21, for one of nature’s most wondrous spectacles? The 2017 total solar eclipse has been coined “The Great American Eclipse” because it is the only solar eclipse to appear across the entire continental United States since 1979. The last solar eclipse was June 20, 1506. The next total eclipse to pass through our area will not be until October 17, 2153. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. Cashiers will celebrate this historic occurrence with Eclipse Festival 2017 from Noon until 4:00 P.M. at The Village Green. This large public viewing event will include Local Eclipse Ambassadors to help with safe viewing and to educate the public about the science of an eclipse. The Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library will have their solar scope and telescope available and NASA-developed activities will enhance the experience.
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Viewing glasses will be available for sale. “We’re throwing the area’s largest eclipse party,” says Ann Self, Executive Director of The Village Green. “Friends and family from far and wide are invited to come for this amazing and rare phenomenon.” In addition to observing the phases of the eclipse, the public will enjoy a concert by Coconut Groove, a 70’s cover band. “Arrive early and bring a lawn chair,” says Self. Commemorative t-shirts will be available for sale, and local vendors will sell delicious food and beverages. For more information, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com or nceclipse.com. Highlands celebrates this remarkable event with a full slate of activities – Totally Eclipsed at 4118 is a complete weekend of festivities, August 18 - 21. On Friday, August 18, The Johnny Webb Band will kick off the celebration during Friday Night Live at Town Square. Saturday, August 19, will bring a lineup of sky-tacular events, including lectures on the
early history of NASA, sun and star science, and the solar eclipse. The Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust will host a hike to Ravenel Park on Saturday, and The Rotary Club of Highlands’ annual Twilight 5K Run will take place at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founder’s Park. Saturday wraps up with Saturdays on Pine Concert featuring the music of Tea 4 Three. The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center presents two compelling space-centric lectures on Sunday, August 20. Monday, August 21, begins with “Be the Light: Yoga in the Park” and The Bascom hosts an eclipse photography tutorial class. Totally Eclipsed at 4118 will crescendo with the Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. Live music begins at noon as the popular Tyler Kittle Band takes the stage, followed by local favorite Hurricane Creek. Several other viewing locations are planned. For more information on Totally Eclipsed at 4118, visit highlandseclipsefest.com.
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HIGHLANDS MARKETPLACE BY JENNY KING | PHOTOS BY MARJORIE CHRISTIANSEN
Now through October, plan your Saturdays around the Highlands Marketplace, Highlands’ own farmers’ market held at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street from 8:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.
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hanks to our extended growing season, regional farmers can offer a wide range of produce throughout the season. It opened in May with sweet lettuces, eggs, spring flowers, and a variety of homemade arts and crafts. This month you’ll see even more choices as the earth warms and harvests abound. Sweet peas, berries, honeys, baked goods, organic eggs and fresh cut flowers are only a few of the brightly colored offerings available to the early bird shoppers. There’s nothing like eating locally-grown goodness and treats baked with loving hands. The fruits and veggies you buy are the freshest and tastiest around. There is no long haul trucking involved and you’ll be supporting family farmers. The food is seasonal, meaning a constantly changing variety and the truest flavors. If you’re looking for a true mountainmade gift, they’re available at Highlands Marketplace. You’ll be able to choose from jellies, jewelry, art, woodcrafts, and other works made right here. Local churches help their individual charities by displaying pieces made by artisans from around the globe, adding a touch of the exotic.
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Bring your cash and shopping bag or basket and plan your meals around the delectable displays at Highlands Marketplace, Saturdays at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in downtown Highlands. It’s a great place to meet your neighbors, and leashed dogs are welcomed. For more information, or if you’d like to become a vendor, contact Don Deal at don@morrisbb.net or by phone at (828) 342-8239.
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PARTY FOR THE PLAYHOUSE BY GINGER MOSELEY HIGHLANDS PLAYHOUSE
The Highlands Playhouse pulls out all the stops for its fundraising gala, July 6 at the Farm at Old Edwards. There’ll be wine and appetizers, auctions and live entertainment.
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ut a positive spin on “patronizing” when you support the Highlands Playhouse July 6 at the Farm at Old Edwards. This year the Playhouse’s annual party and auction will be held at the Farm at Old Edwards. The Barn and Pavilion, with its heart-pine flooring, Adirondack-style furnishings, and stone fireplace, will be an elegant backdrop for our evening of dramatic festivities. Events include a welcome of wine and sumptuous appetizers followed by live entertainment provided by the Playhouse’s very own (professional) actors. Those in attendance are sure to enjoy some favorite
Broadway tunes. Old Edwards’ award-winning chefs will prepare a dinner that is the definition of Southern Elegance. Following dinner, guests will have the chance to bid on some exceptional gift packages and once-ina-lifetime theatrical experiences as part of the silent and live auctions. Then don’t miss the opportunity to take to the dance floor yourself with old and new friends alike. Come out and support live theater in our Western North Carolina community on July 6. Tickets are just $150 each. Get yours today at highlandsplayhouse.org or at the Playhouse Box Office, 362 Oak Street.
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GARDEN CLUB KITCHEN TOUR The Laurel Garden Club’s Kitchen Tour, set for August 19, is a grand cook’s tour of Highlands’ most storied kitchens.
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he Laurel Garden Club presents its biennial Kitchen Tour on Saturday, August 19, in Highlands. Tickets are on sale for $75 at The Dry Sink at 450 Main Street, and online at laurelgardenclubhighlands.com. Six spectacular kitchens will be on view from 9:0 0 A.M. to 3:0 0 P.M. You will be whisked by private car to begin your tour of this year’s fabulous collection of kitchens – from charming and cozy to sleek and elegant. While touring the kitchens, you’ll meet cookbook authors Sheri Castle and Johnathon Barrett, each with new books and tasty offerings. The tour will also welcome noted architect Norman Askins, J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works, and Mary Palmer Dargan, a renowned and engag-
ing landscape architect who digs the Plateau. Stroll through the Laurel Boutique where you’ll find exquisite hand-tied floral bouquets as a treat for a friend or yourself. Homemade dishes, from appetizers and comforting casseroles to delectable desserts, await you. Find the decorative piece for that special place in your home and savor a sip of bubbly with The Saucy Sisters. The Kitchen Tour serves as the main fundraiser for the Laurel Garden Club, which has donated more than $10 0,0 0 0 to the Highlands community in the form of grants for community projects. Tickets are timed and limited in number, so don’t wait.
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FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA PHOTOS BY NICK BREEDLOVE
Cashiers demonstrates its generous spirit with a lavish Fourth of July Fireworks Display.
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he Village Green is offering this summer’s colossal fireworks display for the Cashiers area community in cooperation with the Greater Cashiers Merchants Association to create a spectacular evening of entertainment for residents and visitors to enjoy as part of the Independence Day celebration. The Fireworks Extravaganza On the Green will begin at 6:30 P.M. Tuesday, July 4, at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road. The festivities include a live concert by Continental Divide, a band featuring kicking horns and smooth vocals that will have people dancing on the lawn. The crowning moment of the night will be the magnificent fireworks show. “Come to The Village Green and watch the rockets’ red glare, and every other color in the rainbow,” said Ann Self, Executive Director. “The show has more than 1,000 colorful salutes, crowns, and brilliant bursts to light up the mountain night sky.” Admission is free, however donations to a community fireworks fund will be collected at popular parking locations and at The Village Green to help with the cost of the event. Many small towns have been forced to eliminate fireworks because of the expense of putting on a pyrotechnic display. “The Village Green thinks it’s important to celebrate America’s birthday with a
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fireworks show for the community – it’s an important tradition,” states Joe Thompson, Chairman of The Village Green Board of Directors. The Village Green is a 12.5-acre park that was created to preserve the legacy of the bucolic mountain lifestyle. The Village Green is the beautiful, “green heart” for public use but relies on private funding to provide this exceptional venue for everyone to enjoy. “Events like the fireworks extravaganza would not be possible without the generous support of our donors,” Self pointed out. For more information about The Village Green, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com.
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• The National Theatre of London presents Obsession on Saturday, June 3, • Pawsitively Purrfect Party, 5:30 P.M., Monday, June 19, Country Club at 1:00 P.M., Highlands Performing Arts Center. Tickets: www.highlandspac. of Sapphire Valley. Annual gala for Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society. org, or (828) 526-9047. Tickets $195 per person ($390 per couple). (828) 743-5759. EVERY MONDAY • Living The Dream Concert featuring The Catamount Singers and Electric • Sapphire Valley’s Concert on the Slopes series, 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, June • Studio Alive: Life Drawing 10 am to 1 pm, The Bascom, (828) 526-4949, Soul, Sunday, June 4, at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. Reception 20, on the Ski Slopes features the band Moody, (828) 743-7663. www.TheBascom.org 6:00 P.M., concert 7:00 P.M., 828) 526-9047. • Jan Wyatt Symposium Heritage Gardener Symposium, 9:00 A.M.-1:00 • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 P.M. , (828) 526-2695. • The Bascom Collective Sprits will be June 8-10. Private wine dinners P.M., Wednesday, June 21, Zachary-Tolbert House grounds at the Cashiers Thursday, June 8, Craft Beer, Wine and Spirits Market Friday, June 9, at Historical Society. 1:00-4:00 P.M., the Plant Swap & Heritage Gardening EVERY TUESDAY The Bascom, Grand Gala Saturday, June 10 at The Bascom. For pricing Vendors have booths (free grounds admission), (828) 743-7710. • Dulcimer Club meets at 9:00 A.M., at Kelsey Hutchinson Park and at and more information, visit www.collectivespirits.org. • Garden Talk Salon free lecture on Summer Shrubs, 10:00 A.M. Friday the Highlands Methodist Church in case of bad weather, Free beginner • Highlands Motoring Festival Monte Carlo Casino Night on Thursday, June June 23, Dovecote, (828) 743-0307, www.dargan.com. lessons at the church at 1:30 P.M. (828) 743-3797 8, from 7:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. at Highlands Falls Country Club, www. • Highlands Playhouse musical “Cabaret,” June 22-July 8 with 8:00 P.M. • Dulcimer Lessons - Intermediate Class 10:00 A.M., Beginners Noon, highlandsmotoringfestival.com. shows Wednesdays through Saturdays, along with matinees at 2:00 P.M. Highlands United Methodist church, (828) 787-1586. • Highlands Motoring Festival One Lap of the Mountains, Friday, June 9, on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $38 each and are available at • Highlands Rotary Club, Noon, Highlands Community Center. www.highlandsmotoringfestival.com. www.highlandsplayhouse.org, (828) 526-2695. • Studio Alive - Live Model, 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., Calderone Gallery, • Highlands Motoring Festival Classic Car Show, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. • Scaly Mountain Women’s Club (SMWC) Pancake Breakfast, 7:30A.M (706) 746-5540. Saturday, June 10, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. (828) 526-9647, until 10:30 A.M., Saturday, June24, at the Scaly Mountain Historic School • Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library. (828) 743-0215. www.highlandsmotoringfestival.com. House. $6.00. For more information about the club, please email info@ • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00 , 5:00 and 8:00 P.M. , (828) 526-2695. • Dovecote Garden Talk Salon free lecture “Summer Garden Color” 10:00 scalymountainwomensclub.org. • Community Dinners, 6:00 P.M. at the Highlands Community Building A.M. Friday June 9, Dovecote, (828) 743-0307. • 4th Annual Author’s Tea at Highlands United Methodist Church, 2:00 P.M. on Highway 64, just past the ball field. There is no charge for the meal • Groovin’ on the Green concert series 6:30 P.M. Friday evenings, rain to 4:00 P.M., Saturday, June 24, featuring Karen White. Tickets $25 each. and all are welcome. or shine at The Village Green. Lineup: The Colby Dietz Band June 9, Bo Call (828) 526-337, www.highlandsmethodist.org. EVERY WEDNESDAY Spring Band June 16, Rockell Scott & Friends June 23, Andalyn June 30. • Highlands Village Square Art & Craft Show, June 24 and 25, Kelsey• Highlands Mountaintop Rotary, 5:30 P.M. at the Episcopal Church • Friday Night Live performances take place at the Highlands Town Square Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street. Sponsored by Rotary of 500 Main Street, Highlands. from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Lineup: Mountain Dulcimer Band June 9, Highlands Mountaintop. No cost for admission. For more information, • Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8:00 A.M., Cashiers United Methodist Johnny Webb Band June 16, Silly Ridge Roundup June 23, and Southern call (828) 787-2021. Church, (828) 743-2243. Highlands June 30. (828) 526-2112. • 28th Annual Mountain Artisans “Summertime” Fine Art & and Craft Show • Community Studio Art Session – Art Your Way, 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., • Special Operations Adventure Race (SOAR) annual pasta dinner 5:00 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Saturday and Sunday, June 24-25, inside the Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031. P.M. until 7:00 P.M., Friday, June 9, at the Highlands Recreation Park. Plates Western Carolina University Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, N.C. Admission • Children’s Storytime Hour 11:00 A.M. Albert Carlton Library at (828) are $10. www.soarhighlands.org. is $4.50 for adults with children under 12 admitted free. (828) 524-3405. 743-0215. • Highlands Biological Station “Birds of the World” June 13, Highlands • Pots on the Green, a two-day celebration of pottery and ceramic art, • Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 P.M., Cashiers Methodist Church. Nature Center, (828) 526-2623, www.highlandsbiological.org. 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M., Saturday, June 24, and Sunday, June 25, at The • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • June Trunk Shows: Scarf Extravaganza June 9-10; Planet Clothing and Vil age Green Gazebo and Lawn near the crossroads of Highways 64 and • Mah Jong Games, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. Julie Alyward Jewelry, June 16-17; Elizabeth Locke Jewelry and Lorain 107 in Cashiers. villagegreencashiersnc.com, (828) 743-3434. • Wine Social, 5:30 to 7:30 P.M., Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, Croft Fashions, June 23-24; Coralia Leets Jewelry Trunk Show, June 30-July • Bluegrass: Seldom Scene concert, 8:00 P.M., Saturday, June 24, Highlands highlandswineshoppe.com. 1. Acorns Boutique, (828) 787-1877. PAC. Highlands Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available online at • Live Music, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M., Slabtown Pizza, (828) 743-0020. • 16th Annual Special Operations Adventure Race (SOAR) benefiting the www.highlandspac.org, at the door, or by calling (828) 526-9047. • Bluegrass with Nitrograss, 7:30 P.M., The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF) wil be held Saturday, June • The Bascom’s Annual Family Day, 11:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M., June 25. Free (828) 526-8364. 10, www.soarhighlands.org. art-making, music, and more, The Bascom, www.thebascom.org. • The Western North Carolina Singers concerts at the Episcopal Church • Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival presents Enoch Arden: EVERY THURSDAY of the Incarnation in Highlands at 4:00 P.M. Saturday, June 10, or Sunday, A Melodrama, 3:00 P.M., Sunday, June 25 at the Bardo Performing Arts • Free Movie, 3:40 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. June 11. Center at Western Carolina University. www.arts.wcu.edu/HCCMF or call • Yappy Hour, 5:30 to 6:30 P.M.,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, • Saturdays on Pine 6:00 P.M., Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine (828) 227-ARTS. Tickets are $35 each. highlandswineshopp.com. Street. Lineup: Colby Dietz Band June 10, Goldie and the Screamers June • FREE Village Nature Series presentation: Fire on the Mountain – Fire • NAMI Appalachian South support group meeting 6:45 to 8:15 P.M. at 17, Andalyn on June 24, (828) 526-2112. Ecology, 5:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 27, Village Green Commons, (828) 52614 West. Palmer St., Franklin, (828) 526-9510. • Bugatchi Trunk Show, June 10-12, TJ Bailey’s. (828) 526-2262 or (828) 1111. Presented by Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust and The Village Green. • Bluegrass 7:00 P.M., The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. 743-8855. www.tjbaileys.com. • Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust EcoTour to Wayah Bald Thursday, June EVERY FRIDAY • The National Theatre presents Peter Pan on Saturday, June 10, at 1:00 29. For info and to reserve your spot: (828) 526-1111, www.hicashlt.org. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. P.M., Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. • Highlands Biological Station presents “Nocturnal Nature” 9:00-10:00 • Live Music, 4:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wine Garden, Old Edwards Inn. • Smitten’s Third Thursday, June 15, 5:30 P.M. features artist Page Webster. P.M. June 29 at the Highlands Botanical Garden. Advanced registration • Live Music, 6:00 to 11:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. 468 Main Street, Highlands. RSVP (828) 526-9300. required. (828) 526-2623 or visit: Highlandsbiological.org. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. • Dovecote Garden Talk Salon free lecture on “Summer Vegetables: • HCCMF Feasts of the Festival features an Enchanted Gardens Cocktail • Live Jazz, The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. “Heirloom seeds, non-GMO plants, & Native Greens” 10:00 A.M. Friday Buffet, 6:00 P.M., Thursday, June 29, (828) 526-9060. • Live Music 9:30 P.M.. The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. June 16, Dovecote, (828) 743-0307, www.dargan.com. • J. McLaughlin will host a Sip and Shop Saturday, July 29, from 1:30EVERY SATURDAY • 2nd Annual Shrimp Boil, 6:00 P.M., Saturday, June 17, Kelsey-Hutchinson 4:30 P.M. with a percentage of sales going to Carpe Diem Farms, (828) • Free Tastings, 1:00-3:00 P.M.,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, Founders Park. $55 per person. Call Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust at (828) 526-2854. highlandswineshopp.com. 526-1111. www.foundersparkhighlands.org. • HCCMF Gala Opening Concerts and Receptions, 6:00 P.M., Friday June • Live Music, 4:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wine Garden, Old Edwards Inn. • Retro Rock: The Hit Men Gala Concert, 5:00 P.M. at Highlands Perform- 30 at Highlands PAC and 5:00 P.M., Saturday, July 1 at Albert Carlton• Live Music, 6:00 to 11:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. ing Arts Center, followed by the 7:00 P.M. GALA Dinner at Highlands Falls Cashiers Community Library. Call (828) 526-9060 for more information. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. Country Club, Saturday, June 17, (828) 526-9047. • Cocktails in the Garden. Sip & Chat, 5:00-7:00 P.M. Friday, June 30, • Art League of Highlands-Cashiers program will be presented by mixed Dovecote, (828) 743-0307, www.dargan.com. EVERY SUNDAY media artist, John Wilton of DeLand, Florida, Monday, June 19. Wine • Betsy Paul Art Raffle, to benefit the Cashiers-Glenville Fire, Department, • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. reception 4:30 P.M. in the Bascom Atrium, presentation at 5:00 P.M. www. will feature the work of Douglas Kahle Gifford.. The drawing will be held • Live Music, 8:00 to 10:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. artleagueofhighlands.cashiers.com. Friday, June 30. Tickets: (828) 743-0880. For a comprehensive list of events, join www.highlands-cashierscalendar.com
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C’MON, GET HAPI! BY DONNA RHODES
Thanks to Laura Schroeders’ carefully trained eye, every stone has a story to tell.
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t takes a special magic to literally turn the ground you walk on into art. Laura Schroeders is the wizard who can perform that kind of alchemy right before your very eyes. She is half of the husband/ wife team who runs Highlands Gem Shop. For Laura, cut and polished stones, minerals, geodes, and gems beg to be transformed into dramatic, one-of-a-kind creations. “I am mesmerized by rocks and minerals in their raw state,” she says. “I’m drawn to rough, organic edges that encircle and sharply contrast their smooth, polished interiors.” That’s what gives her work the edginess, pun intended, she adores. When she can see into the heart of the stone, she’s spellbound by its visual movement, its fissures, its compelling lines, its color shifts, and even its flaws. “Stones’ interior shapes, colors, and textures are often miniature land- and waterscapes,” she says. “I just finished a necklace in which I saw the interior of a wave. I went to the beach and held it up against the oceanscape. It perfectly matched the water, land, and sky. Synchronicity like that happens all the time when you work with natural elements.” Laura has been making jewelry for about 15 years, but only recently developed her current line. She is thrilled when viewers say, “Wow! Your work is so different!” And they say that all the time, so she knows she is on
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to something exceptional. By the way, Laura’s entire family rocks. Even her daughters are getting into jewelry making. So what’s on the horizon for the Schroeders? Trunk shows, more outdoor exhibitions, introducing her line to more boutiques, and absolutely refusing to mass-produce. She likes keeping her business small, manageable, and personal. In fact, if you have stones you have mined, collected, or inherited, she would love to schedule time with you to design an heirloom work of wearable art. Contact Laura through Instagram or Facebook (@makemehapidesigns) or Highlands Gem Shop.
Laura Schroeders
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A COMEDY TONIGHT! BY LANCE MATZKE HIGHLANDS PLAYHOUSE
Comedy tonight! Highlands Playhouse’s premiere 2017 offering, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” is a bawdy, irresistible farce – July 13-29. For tickets or more information, call (828) 526-2695.
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his July, Highlands Playhouse will bring you a show inspired by the farces of the ancient Roman playwright Plautus. Broadway’s take on this style of comedy yielded “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to The Forum.” Balancing a story that is witty while bawdy, “Forum” is both light and fast-paced, and possibly one of the funniest musicals ever written. It brings you into the life of Pseu-
dolus – a crafty slave looking to find his freedom. He struggles to help his young master, Hero, win the hand of the girl next door. Stephen Sondheim’s joyous, musical romp through Rome has desperate lovers, scheming neighbors, and secrets behind every toga. The energetic plot twists that unfold harken back to an era of vaudeville and since opening in 1962, this Sondheim classic has won many ac-
colades – including nine Tony Awards. “Forum” runs from July 13 through July 29 with 8:0 0 P.M. shows Wednesdays through Saturdays, along with matinees at 2:0 0 P.M. on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $38 each and are available at highlandsplayhouse.org. They may also be purchased through the box office at 362 Oak Street or by phone at (828) 526 -2695.
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ENOCH ARDEN: A MELODRAMA BY JENNY KING
“Enoch Arden: A Melodrama,” the premiere special program for the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival’s 36th season, will be staged at Western Carolina University’s Bardo Performing Arts Center, Sunday, June 25. For tickets, arts.wcu.edu/HCCMF or call (828) 227-ARTS.
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Enoch Arden: A Melodrama,” is the first of many special programs offered by the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival and will be held Sunday, June 25, at the Bardo Performing Arts Center at Western Carolina University. “Enoch Arden” was written in 1864 by Alfred, Lord Tennyson during his tenure as England’s Poet Laureate. In 1887 Richard Strauss set the narrative poem to music. George Brown, Dean of Western’s College of Fine and Performing Arts, and pianist William Ransom will perform this melodramatic piece at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 25. It’s the tale of an impoverished fisherman who, trying to provide for his family, leaves his wife and three children and be-
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comes a merchant sailor. Arden suffers many hardships but does, eventually, return home. While it’s not uncommon for piano to accompany poetry recitation, this performance given by two such accomplished talents will undoubtedly transfix and move the audience. William Ransom, the Anna and Hays Mershon Artistic Director of the HighlandsCashiers Chamber Music Festival, has been lauded as an impressive and energetic performer. He has performed in recital, as soloist with orchestras, and as a chamber musician worldwide. George H. Brown has worked in professional and university theater for more than 20 years, filling a variety of positions from director to actor to flight
William Ransom choreographer. Newly restructured as a combined and collective center for the arts, Bardo Arts Center is a central and pivotal destination for the arts in Western North Carolina. Home to an elegant 1,000-seat performance hall, the Bardo Arts Center provides an acoustically and visually superb setting for Brown and Ransom as they perform “Enoch Arden: A Melodrama,” Sunday, June 25 at 3:00 P.M. To purchase tickets for this special program, visit arts.wcu.edu/HCCMF or call (828) 227-ARTS. Tickets are $35 each. For more information on the 36th season of the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, visit h-cmusicfestival.org or phone (828) 526-9060.
Keith Alberstadt
BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY HIGHLANDS PAC
The Highlands Performing Arts Center offers a mélange of Classic Rock Hits, a celebration of Bluegrass traditions, and gentle laughter about 21st century life.
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he Highlands Performing Arts Center will host The Hit Men in a gala concert followed by an exclusive dinner at Highlands Falls Country Club, Saturday, June 17. The Hit Men is a supergroup of artists who either played, sang, or did both on some of the most memorable hits of the 1960s and ‘70s, including “Who Loves You,” “Oh What a Night,” “The Loco-motion,” “Peace Train,” “Mony Mony,” “Joy to the World,” and other songs. They used their talents to spin wax into gold and platinum with Carly Simon, Cat Stevens, Elton John, Barry Manilow, Franky Valley, Jim Croce, Rod Stewart, Paul McCartney, Blood, Sweat & Tears, and many more. The Bluegrass group The Seldom Scene takes the stage at 8:00 P.M. Saturday, June 24. It’s been over 40 years since they began playing together at weekly jam sessions in Ben Eldridge’s basement. The Seldom Scene have become one of the single greatest contributors to the progression of Bluegrass while setting a new standard and attracting new audiences to the genre.
Saturday, July 1, is comedy for the whole family with funny man Keith Alberstadt at 8:00 P.M. Growing up the youngest of four in a close-knit family in Nashville, Keith quickly developed a sense of humor and a love for making others laugh. When he co-hosted the high school talent show at the age of 18, he found his calling. But first there was college, then a job at Vanderbilt as the sideline reporter. As a die-hard Vandy fan, it was a dream gig! While it was difficult to bite his tongue on the air and avoid FCC fines, it was even more difficult to break away and do his own thing. But eventually he did. And it’s been non-stop for Keith ever since. Starting at his home club, Zanies, he’s worked all over the country and now calls New York City home. Along the way, he built a solid career that includes such credits as “The Late Show with David Letterman,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” “Last Comic Standing,” “Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update,” and “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.” Tickets are available online at highlandspac.org or by calling (828) 526-9047.
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CONCERT SEASON
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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE
The National Theater of London ‘s “Peter Pan”
BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY HIGHLANDS PAC
The National Theatre of London will present the passion of “Obsession” and the unbridled joy of “Peter Pan” at the Highlands Performing Arts Center, June 3 and June 10.
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he National Theatre of London presents “Obsession” at the Highlands Performing Arts Center on Saturday, June 3, at 1:00 P.M. Jude Law (“The Young Pope,” “Closer,” “The Talented Mr. Ripley”) stars in the stage production of “Obsession,” broadcast live from the Barbican Theatre in London. Ivo van Hove directs this new stage adaptation of Luchino Visconti’s 1943 film. Gino is a drifter, down-at-his-heels and magnetically handsome. At a roadside restaurant, he encounters husband and wife Giuseppe and Giovanna. Irresistibly at-
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tracted to each other, Gino and Giovanna begin a fiery affair and plot to murder her husband. But, in this chilling tale of passion and destruction, the crime only serves to tear them apart. Also in June, the National Theatre presents “Peter Pan” on Saturday, June 10, at 1:00 P.M. Captured live at the National Theatre, this is a stellar performance of J.M. Barrie’s much-loved tale. When Peter Pan, leader of the Lost Boys, loses his shadow, headstrong Wendy helps him to reattach it. In return, she is invited to Neverland, where Tinker Bell
the fairy, Tiger Lily, and the vengeful Captain Hook await. A riot of magic, music and make-believe ensues. A delight for children and adults alike, Sally Cookson directs this wondrously inventive production. Coming up later in the season from the National Theatre – “Salomé,” “Yerma,” “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolfe,” “Angels in America I & II” and others to be announced. Tickets are available at highlandspac. org, at the door, or by calling (828) 5269047. Highlands Performing Arts Center is located at 507 Chestnut Street.
John Wilton
THE ARTS
ART LEAGUE PROUDLY PRESENTS BY ZACH CLAXTON
HIGHLANDS CASHIERS ART LEAGUE
The Art League of Highlands-Cashiers spotlights the provocative creations of Dr. John Wilton, June 19 at The Bascom.
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he Art League’s June 19 program (note the date change) will be presented by mixed media artist John Wilton of DeLand, Florida. Armed with a penchant for the visual arts and a doctorate in education, Dr. Wilton began his career as an art director in South Florida, followed by 27 years as a professor at Daytona State College, teaching visual arts, digital media, and video production. His current affiliations include Secretary of the Board of Trustees for the Museum of Art – DeLand; the Cultural Council Advisory Board of Volusia County; and the steering committees for the DeLand Sculpture Walk, the Off The Beaten Path Artists Studio Tours and the Utility Box Art Wrap Project
in DeLand. Dr. Wilton has served as a judge for more than 60 art shows throughout Florida and, as an artist, has participated in more than 100 group and 50 solo exhibitions. He is a past recipient of a State of Florida Individual Artist Fellowship, and recent publications include Art Buzz, Picturing Florida, and a segment on “Artisodes” on WUCF-Orlando. As a mixed media artist, Dr. Wilton personifies the word multi-talented. Proficient in photography, digital art, painting, printmaking, collage, sculpture, and video, with graduate work in visual communication and education, his work is included in many public art collections throughout Florida, as well as private and corporate collections.
As a former graphic designer, Dr. Wilton often makes use of the jump cuts and visual punch of ad layouts in his personal work. But these juxtapositions of found objects and mass-produced images resonate with the subjective and expressive personal marks of the artist. The result is work both introspective and extroverted, reflecting both the artist’s conscience and the barrage of images in this multimedia age. This presentation promises to be interesting and informative, so make your plans to attend. A wine reception begins at 4:30 P.M. in The Bascom Atrium followed by the presentation at 5:00 P.M. For more information about Dr. Wilton, visit johnwilton.com and johnwilton.net.
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FUN FLUID FUNKY ART THE ART OF PAGE WEBSTER | BY DONNA RHODES
For Page Webster, a lifetime of mystery and revelation has culminated in a new series of paintings, now on display at Smitten.
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rtist Page Webster doesn’t ask why. And it’s okay that she doesn’t completely understand it. She just knows it’s the truest thing she’s ever experienced. Somehow Earth’s energy vibrates through her, guides her hand, and broadcasts brushfuls of paint onto canvases in a rush of abstract emotion. It’s nothing short of amazing, but it hasn’t always been that way. A lifetime of revelatory events propelled her journey – pursuing a career in design, her mother’s passing, a pilgrimage to Taos and Santa Fe, a discovery of her Native American ancestry, and a year of intense introspection, apart from painting. The synthesis of these life-passages pushed open a new creative door. “I am reinventing myself as an artist,” Page says. “I am calling this style-shift ‘Fun Fluid Funky Art’…a reinvention/rebirth of my painting.” Don’t let the word “funky” throw you. It takes a lot of technical expertise to do funky well. And Page pulls it off in aces. She feels her new direction keeps things fresh and alive. Her devotees call her work “soulful” and “spiritual.” She looks forward to unveiling this new series at Smitten’s Third Thursday, June 15. She’ll be showing small works. “With the smaller pieces, it’s smaller prices, affordable for any Smitten visitor,” she says. “I would like everyone who goes to the opening to come out with a Page. In doing so, they support my dream.” Her dream is The EFP (her mother’s initials) Foundation. That organization, to which she donates healing artwork and profits from her sales, aids in the treatment of children with life-threatening disease. In addition to painting, Page recently opened her studio to classes. Students who want to develop their own creative style, from realism to abstraction, can contact her by email to set up an appointment – michelepage@embarqmail.com. Her website is pagetheartist.com Don’t miss an up-close-and-personal evening with Page at Smitten’s Third Thursday, June 15, from 5:30 P.M. until the fat lady sings and the cows come home. Smitten is located at 468 Main Street in downtown Highlands. Call (828) 526-9300 for hours of operation.
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FOR THE ARTIST IN YOU BY TERESA OSBORN THE BASCOM
The Bascom’s busy June offers exhibits, workshops and celebrations for everyone.
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f you’re at The Bascom in June, you’re in for a treat. You’ll find the most amazing art and art experiences everywhere you turn. For the artist in you, there are workshops for adults and personalized Art by Appointments for all ages that will let you explore pottery, painting and more. Kids can spend summer days in art camp. The camps provide an exciting and creative learning environment where kids will explore a variety of mediums, art history, and more. For the wine and food lover in you, there’s Collective Spirits on June 7-9, an annual event that offers an extraordinary opportunity to savor amazing food and fabulous wine, beer, and spirits and have a wonderful time doing so. There are private wine dinners on June 7, a Wine and Spirits Market on June 8 and, the Grand Gala on June 9 with fabulous food, auctions, and dancing.
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For the art lover in you, there are exhibits, exhibits, and more exhibits. A highlight is sure to be Verses of Dave Drake, which features eight pots by the historically significant potter Dave Drake. Drake was born into slavery in the early 1800s and worked his entire life as a potter in or near Edgefield, South Carolina. He used his intelligence and extraordinary talent as a master potter to not only create functional stoneware vessels, but to write original verses on them. Other exhibits in June are the Second Outdoor Sculpture Invitational, Journeys in Iron, featuring cast iron sculptures from seven artists located throughout the campus, site-specific installations by sculpture fellow Eric Araujo; “New Paintings of the South” by Julyan Davis, and the Bascom Photography Club member’s exhibit. The beautiful nature-inspired work of Nata-
sha Bowdoin opens June 10 in the Bunzel Gallery. On June 25 from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., all the exhibitions, education, and outreach of The Bascom come together in our annual Family Day. Join us for free art-making, music, and more as we celebrate creativity, community, and the outdoors at The Bascom. Finally, be sure and stop by the Bascom Gallery to browse our wide selection of original art where you are sure to find something to take home and enjoy every day. As the premier visual arts center in Western North Carolina, The Bascom serves the entire region. Located in Highlands, The Bascom offers free admission to all exhibitions Monday-Saturday, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.; and Sunday from noon to 5:00 P.M. More information about the Bascom’s exhibitions and educational programs can be found at thebascom.org.
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THE BLIND MULE AT TOXAWAY STATION BY LUKE OSTEEN
The dishes coming from Chef James Hargis’ kitchen are locally-sourced, subtly-flavored, and endlessly surprising.
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’m starting this review of The Blind Mule at Toxaway Station a bit differently from my standard form. Strawberry Crumble and Limoncello Cake. I thought I’d throw those out to you right now, at the launch of this essay. They’re the inevitably grand cap to a memorable meal that Tricia and I shared over the course of a languorous Friday evening. Now, if this were my standard review, we’d have launched into a critique of the décor and atmosphere of the chosen restaurant, followed by an earnest description of the appetizers, salads, soups and entrees we encountered along the way. There’d inevitably be a digression involved, and a few remarks about the service, and then, and only then, would I get around to the dessert. To my regret, month after month, there
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just wouldn’t be enough space to sing the praises of those divinely-inspired desserts, those sweet, sweet grace notes to all the remarkable meals that this job has placed before me. Not this time. This time dessert finally gets its due. I had the insight to order the Strawberry Crumble – a dangerously rich concoction of butter (lots of butter), sugar, brown sugar and strawberries that had probably been soaking up the sun in a field in Rosman a few hours before. I imagine that this constituted some sort of Platonic Ideal, captured at a little place 100 yards from the shores of Lake Toxaway. Don’t let anyone tell you that this isn’t the Age of Miracles. Tricia, acting on the advice of our server Debra, ended up with a generous slice of Limoncello Cake. This creation swerved
way over into decadent with its light, pillow-y lemon cake liberally drenched with Limoncello. Sweet, tart and immensely seductive, it was difficult to convince Tricia to share with me. If you end up at The Blind Mule, please save room for their desserts. They will follow you into your dreams that night. For the dinner itself, we went the small plate route and there were no regrets. Tricia began her meal with the House Salad. It was an honest piece of work – clear testimony to Chef James Hargis’ commitment to locally-sourced meals. The fields of Transylvania and Jackson counties and the gentle spring we’ve all enjoyed clearly made this salad possible. I chose the Caesar Salad. That’s something that should be pretty easy for a restaurant, but so many just can’t get it right. The Blind Mule gets it. Romaine Lettuce,
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Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Croutons. Creamy Caesar Dressing and, this is crucial, Anchovies. Glorious. We set the stage for those desserts with Vegetarian Tika Masala, Rabbit Fricassee Bucatini, and Duck Fat Fries. They were deeply satisfying and I’m going back for more of that Tika Masala. “Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like and let the food fight it out inside.” That’s Mark Twain and he’s right. The thing is, there wasn’t a battle in my stomach. Everyone got along and I settled into a warm sense of contentment. Here’s one of the great things about The Blind Mule – they’re generous with their servings. True to our dessert strategy, we asked for Doggie Bags to ensure there was room for the Crumble and the Cake. The Blind Mule is located at 502 Blue Ridge Road. Along with dinner, it offers an internet cafe during breakfast and lunch hours. Dinner reservations are a must. Call (828) 553-8978.
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$60 PINOT GRIS Trendy winemakers are playing a frustrating game with the outliers of their collections.
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very year I try to attend a certain wine trade show that attracts many winery owners and winemakers. It’s always fun to meet the winemakers. Many are behind-the-scenes people and can be eccentric to say the least. Eccentric or not, there’s been an annoying trend with many of the superstars of winemaking – Overly-priced, unpopular wines that the winemaker has produced for some inconceivable reason. I walk to one table to taste a trophy California Cabernet. The winemaker wanted me to try a new wine they had added to their selection. It was a Pinot Gris that will retail for about $60. They are basically saying, “I made this wine so the industry won’t think I’m one dimensional and it’s worth three times more than any other Pinot Gris because it has my label on it.” That is code telling me that if I don’t buy some of their overpriced, average-quality Pinot Gris that will rot before I sell a single bottle, I won’t get any of their Cabernet. So next time you’re out to dinner and a particular wine seems overpriced, it may just be overpriced, or the owner has been coerced to buy some expensive ordinary sister wine that he will eventually cook with. Drink well, Curt Christiansen
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A HIGH TIME AT ALTITUDES BY JENNY KING
Altitudes Restaurant, nestled upon Flat Mountain, enjoys a cherished spot on the Highlands culinary landscape. For reservations, call (828) 526-2121. For full menu, visit altitudesatskyline.com.
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ltitudes at Skyline Lodge is open for the season. This much-beloved restaurant is known for their outstanding Sunday Champagne Brunch, country breakfasts, and glorious dinner specialties served up while you watch the sun set over spectacular views. Skyline Lodge has been a part of Highlands’s history since the 1930s, and their restaurant has, over the years, become a destination on its own. Located on Flat Mountain in Highlands, Altitudes Restaurant features elegant dining in an uncrowded and welcoming atmosphere. Chef Les Williams offers gourmet continental cuisine featuring local trout, seasonal harvests, and a dessert selection guaranteed to make you succumb to temptation. Dinner is served Wednesday through Saturday and holidays, from 5:30 P.M. until the last guest leaves. You may choose to dine inside or out on their stone patio, complete with broad mountain views. Breakfast is served Saturday and Sunday and holidays, from 9:30 until 11:00 A.M. Sunday Champagne Brunch is held from noon until 2:00 P.M. Be forewarned, reservations at Altitudes
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are suggested. The historic dinner menu at Altitudes features entrees that will appeal to everyone. This season they will include a rainbow of delicacies from the land and sea, presenting many nations of flavors to entertain your taste buds. Local favorites such as the Bone-in Pork Chop, served with Andouille Cream Sauce and Sweet Potato Bacon Hash will also be available. If you have vegetarian guests in your party, be assured they will sample a farm-raised organic selection. Children will enjoy their own fanciful menu. Special events are welcomed at Altitudes and they are known for their cozy atmosphere, wonderful views, and full-service event staff. Let event coordinator Tug Helmer organize everything so you can relax with your guests. The Loose Moose, Altitudes’ full service bar, can be reserved for private parties where they will provide beer, wine, and spirits along with congenial bartenders in a homey and comfortable setting inside or out on the terrace. Join the many regulars who have made Altitudes their favorite restaurant in Highlands. Visit altitudesatskyline.com to view photo gallery and menu listing. For reservations, call (828) 526-2121.
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GLORY OF THE GRAPE
On the Verandah celebrates the Glory of the Grape with its month-long series of wine dinners. For information and reservations, call (828) 526-2338.
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n the Verandah is celebrating the month of June with a series of perfectly paired wine dinners. On June 1, Gabrielle Leonhard, owner and head of winemaking at Gabrielle Collection, will introduce a series of boutique luxury Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons and Proprietary Cabernet blends. These wines show the artistry of Winemaker Gabrielle in their balance, suppleness and distinction as she brings the magic of the soil and sun into a glass of wine. June 22 brings Richard Tiedemann of Flora Springs Winery and Vineyards. Flora Springs is family-owned and -operated, committed to hand-crafting artisan wines of distinct style and superior quality using sustainable and organic methods. The 30th release of their award-winning Triology (2014) received 93 points from The Wine Advocate. On June 26, Kent Rosenblum, founder and owner of Rock Wall Wines, will showcase his award-winning wines. Rock Wall wines, from their zinfandels to their Russian River Chardonnays, are Wine Enthusiast favorites. Winding out the month of wine dinners is Dorie Seavey of Seavey Vineyards. On June 30, Dorie will present wines from their historic Napa Valley vineyard, which dates back to the 1800s. “The most underrated great Cabernet produced in Napa Valley...with perhaps the best second label wine in Napa, the Caravina Cabernet…keep in mind I have Seaveys going back to 1990 in my cellar,” wrote Robert Parker in The Wine Advocate. For more information and reservations, call On the Verandah at (828) 526-2338.
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Melody Germain
MORE YUM. LESS GUILT. BY JENNY KING | PHOTOS BY MARJORIE CHRISTIANSEN
Living in the Age of Miracles – This sweet, sweet recipe is good for your body and soul.
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elody Dawn Germain says Highlands is one of the few places she truly considers home. She is a raw food teacher and certified healing practitioner at The Wellness Place and was introduced to healthy alternative ways of eating by her mom. “I’ve studied the subject of food as medicine extensively since then, and in 2013 I transitioned my career as a graphic designer in a corporate environment to take a position as a raw food personal chef and wellness advisor in Atlanta,” she says. When asked how she created the following recipe, she says in 2009 she helped host a weeklong health conference and met David Wolfe, a world-renowned raw food and raw chocolate promoter, educator, and author. “I learned that cacao has so many health benefits that entire books have been written on its medicinal qualities,” she says. “It promotes anti-aging, heart health, healthy libido, it’s a natural appetite suppressant, an energy booster, a mood booster, it assists in healthy digestion, and so much more. Needless to say, I was captivated. After all, chocolate is known as the world’s favorite food.” She makes and sells truffles under the name, La La Land Organics Raw Choco-
late locally as well as on her website, LaLaLandOrganics.com. While this recipe is not for truffles it is, nonetheless, a raw chocolate dessert that is full of nutrients, is easy to prepare, and is above all, delicious. For more information on her recipes, you may also visit her FaceBook page, Lightheart Living.
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Lightheart Living Raw Cacao Chocolate Mousse Tools: Food processor Ingredients and directions: Blend thoroughly, until creamy and consistent: 4 avocados 1 cup cacao powder 1 tablespoon maca powder 1/2 cup raw virgin coconut oil 3/4 cup raw honey (liquid) 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean 1/2 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt Serving recommendations: Serve at room temperature, chilled, or frozen. Storage: Store in refrigerator or freezer
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GOOD EATS, GOOD CAUSE BY LUKE OSTEEN
The Literacy Council of Cashiers is offering a delicious way to help it meet its goals – Lunch for Literacy, set for Friday, June 30, and Friday, July 7.
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ocal restaurants have banded together to support the Literacy Council of Cashiers. Lunch for Literacy, slated for Friday, June 30, and Friday, July 7, is a marvelous way for everyone in the community to enjoy a great meal and benefit the 30 percent of Jackson County residents who live within the lowest levels of reading and math literacy. The event is sponsored by The Orchard and The Cork & Barrel Lounge. Participating restaurants will split their proceeds between the house and the Literacy Council. Those restaurants are El Manzanillo Mexican Restaurant, The Zookeeper Bistro, Subway, Randevu, On the Side, and Adair Brothers Smokehouse. Each restaurant will participate on one Friday or the other. Call ahead to ensure that they’ll be sharing their proceeds on the Friday you wish to visit. If you’d like to volunteer for the Literacy Council, call (828) 508-9384.
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HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS Altitudes at Skyline Restaurant & Lounge • 470 Skyline Lodge Road • 828-526--2121 ¢ $$ $$$ • • • • • NC • 79 Bake My Day Bakery & Cafe • 137 Main Street • Wright Square • 828-487-4633 ¢ ¢ ¢ C • 83 Bella’s Junction Cafe • 20 Old Mud Creek Road, Scaly, NC • 828-526-0803 $ $ $ • C • • 65 Bistro on Main • 270 Main Street • 828-526-2590 $ $$ • • • C • • • 89 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s • 460 Main Street • 828-526-3807 $-$$ • • • • NC • • 5 Cyprus Restaurant • 332 Main Street • 828-526-4429 $$$ • • • NC • 81 Fire + Water Restaurant • Reservations Required • (828) 526-4446 $$$ • • C • 15 Fressers Courtyard Cafe • 470 Oak Street, Village Square • 828-526-4188 ¢ -$$ $-$$ • • • C • • • 89 * The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering • 350 S. Fifth Street • 828-526-2110 $-$$ $-$$ • • 90 Lakeside Restaurant • Smallwood Avenue • 828-526--9419 $-$$ $$ $$$ • • • • NC • 85 The Log Cabin • 130 Log Cabin Lane • 828-526--5777 $-$$ $-$$ $$ • • • • • C • • 85 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden • 445 Main St. • 828-787-2525 $ $$ $$ • • • • NC • • 25 Meritage Bistro • 490 Carolina Way • 828-526-1019 $-$$ $-$$ $-$$ • • • C • • • 83 On the Verandah • Hwy. 64 (Franklin Road) • 828-526-2338 $-$$ $-$$ • • • • • NC • • • 84 Paoletti’s • 440 Main Street • 828-526-4906 $-$$ • • • • NC • 79 *Rosewood Market • Main Street • 828-526-0383 $-$$ $-$$ • • C • 90 The Ugly Dog Pub • 298 South 4th Street • 828-526-8364 ¢ ¢ ¢ • • • C • • 78 Wolfgang’s Restaurant • 460 Main Street • 828-526-3807 $-$$ • • • • NC • • 5 CASHIERS AREA RESTAURANTS The Blind Mule • 502 Blue Ridge Road • 828-553-8978 ¢ $ • • • C • 89 *On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market • Crossroads • 828-743-4334 • 87 The Orchard • Highway 107 South • 828-743-7614 $$$ • • • • • C • • 87 Slab Town Pizza • 45 Slab Town Road • 828-743-0020 $ $ • • C • • 79 The Ugly Dog Pub • 25 Frank Allen Road • 828-743-3000 ¢ ¢ ¢ • • • C • • 78 Zookeeper • Mountain Laurel Shoppes • 828-743-7711 ¢ ¢ ¢ • C • • 87 Pricing Guide ¢ $
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HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS Altitude’s at Skyline Lodge - 828-526-2121 Annie’s Cafe - 828-526-1663 Asia House - 828-787-1680 Bake My Day Bakery & Cafe - 828-487-4633 Bella’s Junction Cafe - 828-526-0803 Bistro on Main/Main Street Inn - 828-526-2590 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s - 828-526-3807 Bryson’s Deli - 828-526-3775 Buck’s Coffee Cafe - 828-526-0020 Cyprus International Cuisine - 828-526-4429 The Dog House - 828- 526-8364 Dusty’s - 828-526-2762 El Azteca - 828-526-2244 El Manzanillo - 828-526-0608 Fressers Courtyard Cafe - 828-526-4188 Kelsey Place Restaurant - 828-526-9380 The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering - 828-526-2110 Lakeside Restaurant - 828-526-9419 The Log Cabin - 828-526-5777 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden - 828-787-2525 Meritage Bistro - 828-526-1019
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El Manzanillo - 828-743-5522 Four Season Grille - 828-743-4284 Grandpop’s Ice Cream Parlor - 828-743-7711 Happ’s Place - 828-743-2266 High Hampton Inn - 828-743-2411 Hunt Bros. Pizza at Cashiers BP - 828-743-2337 JJ’s Eatery and Canteen - 828-743-7778 Mica’s Restaurant - 828-743-5740 On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market - 828-743-4334 The Orchard - 828-743-7614 Randevu Restaurant - 828-743-0190 Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company - 828-743-0220 Slab Town Pizza (STP) - 828-743-0020 Subway - 828-743-1300 The Blind Mule - 828-553-8978 The Library Kitchen and Bar - 828-743-5512 The Ugly Dog Pub -Cashiers - 828-743-3000 Table 64 - 828-743-4135 The Trout Cafe & Grille - 828-877-3474 Wendy’s - 828-743-7777 Winslow’s Hideaway - 828-743-2226 Zookeeper - 828-743-7711
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MOTHER NATURE AT HER BEST BY EMILY CROWELL
The winding trail to the Devil’s Courthouse is a celebration of beauty and an occasion for adventure.
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he Devil’s Courthouse Trail from the Whiteside parking area affords majestic views of both Whiteside Mountain and the valley below it, with a little bit of opportunity for adventure along the way. The first time I tried to find Devil’s Courthouse was with a couple friends on a windy, foggy, wintry-mix-y late winter morning. Only one of us actually read a description of the trail before the trip, and the fog was a wee bit disorienting, so we would stumble onward a few yards and ask each other if we thought we were going in the right direction. Eventually we came to a rock outcropping with remnants of a campfire in the middle of it and asked no one in particular, “Is this it?” We bumbled further down the trail and suddenly emerged on a wet cliff overlooking the valley below (we assumed – we couldn’t really see it, and we didn’t want to send someone over the edge to find out how far up we were). A conclusive answer to our question of it-ness was never established, and we arrived back at the parking
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lot a little more confused than when we had set off a couple hours earlier. What a difference a season makes! The trail we took started to the right of the bathrooms in the parking area and led almost directly to Devil’s Courthouse, circumventing Whiteside altogether. Gaps in the trees afforded small previews of the vista waiting for us at the top, but we were more enthralled with all the new life sprouting along the trail at our feet, exclaiming with joy and gratitude from one trillium to the next. This will be stunning when the mountain laurel and rhododendron are in bloom! Shortly after starting down the trail, we were surprised by a small waterfall. Two large logs are flung across the stream below the falls, and my friend deemed them perfect for walking across. (I, however, am averse to walking across logs, and easily found a way across the stream below them.) Beyond the stream the trail forks, and we took the right fork up, up, up until it finally leveled out just as we were beginning to despair. Further along, our trail in-
tersected with a side trail leading from the main Whiteside Loop, and we turned left to continue to our destination. We noisily emerged onto the cliff at the end of the trail and asked the two friendly hikers whose lunch we disturbed, “Is this it?” They confirmed that it was! What joy! We stayed a while listening to the wind sing across the spaciousness and often found our backs turned to the Big View to inspect the hardy plants making their homes on the seeming edge of existence. We were both on a tight time budget on this particular Saturday, which made the short trip to Devil’s Courthouse the perfect hike. On our way back to the trailhead we decided to continue straight on the Courthouse Trail back to the traditional Whiteside Loop to take in a few more views along the way. Both the Devil’s Courthouse and Whiteside Loop Trails can be found at the National Forest Service parking lot off of Whiteside Mountain Road, which is just under five miles from Cashiers (right after Rhodes Big View) and just under six miles from Highlands.
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FIVE-LINED SKINK PHOTO BY CLAY BOLT COURTESY OF HIGHLANDS PLATEAU AUDUBON SOCIETY
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he (American) five-lined skink (Plestiodon fasciatus) is a species of lizard endemic to North America. It is one of the most common lizards in the eastern U.S.
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SQUAW ROOT
BY JEANNIE CHAMBERS THE ACCIDENTAL GARDENER
The shy, inauspicious American Squaw Root contains a medicine cabinet’s worth of folk remedies.
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une brings us flowers galore with colors ranging from pale to exotic. Those plants are the true show stoppers. This article isn’t about the star of the show, and it’s not about the supporting cast of plants either. Consider this plant to be a very small part of the set design but no matter how small, every part serves its purpose. This plant invites you into the forest where the wild things grow and is found camouflaged beneath a stand of tall oaks. American Squaw Root (conopholis Americana) has also been called bear corn, cancer root, papoose root, blue ginseng. and blue cohosh. If you’ve walked in the woods enough, you’ve probably seen it, but didn’t know what it was. I happened upon it with a big question mark on my face, and was enlightened by one of the Mountain Garden Club’s plant sleuths, Molly Leonard. Once again, I was amazed that everything growing has already been classified into its own plant kingdom, even though it’s a new discovery to me. Pure genus. These plants should be left alone, and are considered vulnerable and in some states, an endangered species. Squaw root is almost void of any color, and almost looks like narrow pinecones emerging from the forest floor. They grow to seven to 10 inches tall, starting out a cream color in late spring, later turning brown to almost black in winter. It’s a parasitic plant that gets its nutrients from the roots of oak trees. Deer and bear eat them and spread the seeds to other areas, but again will only grow around oaks. Native Americans and early settlers used this plant for medicinal purposes. Squaw root was used to treat symptoms of menopause, menstruation, to bring on labor, and cure ailments such as rheumatism, headaches, and bronchitis. It contains B vitamins, Vitamin C, beta carotene, potassium, magnesium, and more. As a tonic, it was used as an antispasmodic to relieve muscle cramps, and some types of seizures, as it affects the whole nervous system. Obviously in today’s world, none of these treatments should be considered without the counsel of a physician. If you come across Squaw Root, take a closer look – imagine the rich history of its lineage, but leave it in its place so the next generation can discover it on their own. After all, the show must go on.
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THE HOODED WARBLER BY WILLIAM MCREYNOLDS | MALE HOODED WARBLER PHOTO BY ED BOOS
The sights and sounds of summer include this brightly costumed and melodious bird.
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ew World warblers comprise more than 50 species of perching birds, migrants that winter in Central and South America and whose summer nesting grounds include the Highlands Plateau. These small insectivores have varied plumage and songs that range from the plain to the spectacular. Collectively a group of warblers is called a “bouquet” or sometimes a “confusion” or “fall.” The Hooded Warbler ( Setophaga citrina) is found locally in the moist, shady undergrowth of our deciduous forests, part of a vast breeding ground that ranges from Iowa, Michigan, and New England to the north and Florida and the Gulf Coast to the south. The male sports a bright yellow face with a contrasting black hood while the female is more modestly attired with muted color and just a trace of the hood.
Both have white spots on their tails, which they frequently flash by raising and fanning the tail. Hooded Warblers feed on caterpillars, moths, grasshoppers and beetles, among other insects and spiders. They are also good fly catchers. Nests, near the ground, are small open cups of dried leaves, bark, grass, spider webs, and animal hair that hold three or four creamy white, spotted eggs. The eggs are incubated for 12 days by the female. Although the female builds the nest and incubates the eggs, both parents feed the hatchlings. The parents divide the fledglings when they take to the ground and care for their contingent separately. The male returns to the same breeding ground year after year. The female tends to migrate to new breeding grounds each year. Hooded Warblers
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have been observed to live for more than eight years. The song of this brightly colored summer resident is a melodic tawee tawee tawee-teeoo. Its call is a flat squeaky tiip. Because they sing from the treetops, they can be easier to hear than to see. Happy summer bird watching from the Highlands Plateau Audubon Society. To join the weekly outings hosted by Audubon check the local website at highlandsaudubonsociety.org. Beginners are welcome. The mission of the Highlands Plateau Audubon Society is to provide opportunities to enjoy and learn about birds and other wildlife and to promote conservation and restoration of the habitats that support them. HPAS is a 501 (c) (3) organization, a chapter of the National Audubon Society.
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THE CHUNK AND RUN The old Chunk-and-Run is a secret way out of the bunker.
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any golfers don’t realize how easy the 60-100-foot bunker shot really is. Normally they try to be very precise and strike the sand right at the ball instead of a couple of inches behind the ball as in a normal bunker shot. The margin of error is very small. If you’re using a sand wedge and hit too far behind the ball it’ll be short and may not even get out of the bunker. If you happen to hit the ball first…everyone better duck! The easy way to hit the long bunker shot is quite easy and like me you do it a lot. Just hit it fat with the right club. The Chunk-and-Run is a very popular shot with good players and touring professionals because it’s a foolproof way to lessen the pressure on a shot that lots of golfers have no idea how to play. Here are simple steps that’ll make all the difference in your game: 1. Leave your Sand Wedge in the bag.
Use a Pitching Wedge or even an 8- or 9-Iron. 2. Open the face just slightly. 3. Use a half backswing and aim for a spot about four or five inches behind the ball. Keep the follow through short as well. 4. Don’t try to be cute and slide the club under the ball. Hit way behind it and just push a bunch of sand toward the target with the ball in front of the sand. 5. The ball will pop out with no spin and with a lot of roll. It may sound weird to not use a Sand Wedge, but I assure you it works. Give it a try and you’ll be amazed at how easy the chunk and run is. I am still arranging great golf tours to Scotland and Ireland and would love to chat with you about arranging one. Many Highlands and Cashiers golfers have enjoyed these trips through the years. Good Golfing, Tom Chillemi
BY TOM CHILLEMI, PGA TOMSGOLFTOURS.COM
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WE GOTTA GO TO THE BIO BY SONYA CARPENTER | PHOTO BY CLAY BOLT
Highlands Biological Station has packed June with a raft of activities and opportunities to meet the wild neighbors living on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
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une offers opportunities for all ages to enjoy the Highlands Biological Station with activities abounding. We hope you will join us by stopping in at the Nature Center, taking a stroll around the Botanical Garden or signing up for one of our classes, camps or programs. Summer in Highlands is incomplete without a visit to the Nature Center. Throughout June, we offer many special events including “Birds of the World” on June 13 which features a presentation by the Carolina Raptor Center featuring live raptors. “Feelin’ Froggy” returns June 22 with a nighttime presentation on frog identification
followed by an outdoor tour to listen to their calls. On June 29 “Nocturnal Nature” will take you outside to walk the Botanical Garden from 9:00 to 10:00 P.M. learning about our nocturnal residents. Advanced registration is required for the nighttime events. Summer Camp at the Highlands Nature Center is a great way to get your child or grandchild excited about the natural world. Throughout the summer, the Nature Center offers four-day camps for all ages. For more information on summer camp opportunities available at the Nature Center, call (828) 526-2623 or visit Highlandsbiological.org. Also occurring this June is the first-ever
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Highlands Nature Center Photography Contest showcasing “Natural Wonders of the Highlands Plateau” in four categories – Mountains & Valleys, Waterways, Small Wonders, and Winged Creatures. All entries will be displayed at the Nature Center throughout the summer from two age groups, Youth and Adult. For more information, please go to highlandsbiological.org/ photo-contest. The Nature Center will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.; Sundays from noon to 4:00P.M.; and closed Mondays. The Botanical Gardens Trail is open daily until sunset.
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WANDS FOR WILDLIFE BY DONNA RHODES
A quicksilver idea and a compassionate Internet community have made all the difference to the wildlife in the care of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge.
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couple of months ago, Savannah Trantham, president and co-founder of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a Western North Carolina wildlife non-profit rehab center, had a wand-derful revelation. She was cleaning out her make-up drawer and came across several old tubes of mascara. Knowing the secret power of the mascara wands, she cleaned them off, laid them out and took a photo to share on Facebook. She wanted to let her friends know how they could save wild lives just by a simple act of recycling. Turns out the old mascara wands are used by wildlife rehabilitators to help remove fly eggs and larva from the fur of animals. They work great because the bristles are soft and are so close together. A friend who sells makeup wanted to share the post on her business page, so Savannah made it public.
Then the magic really began! Yahoo picked it up and made a short video, encouraging more response – to a tune of over 3.2 million views! At first local supporters sent a few dozen. Each day a few more arrived. A few days into the solicitation, nothing was in Appalachian Wild’s post office box but a single note: “See the postmaster.” When the storeroom door was opened, Savannah and co-founder Kimberly Brewster instantly teared-up, for before them was a mountain of packages. The Appalachian Wild video had gone viral and a mountain of boxes lay stacked before them. Savannah and Kimberly are still reeling with excitement. They hope a celebrity animal advocate will adopt their cause and keep their momentum rolling. They are unveiling a new wildlife triage facility soon. It will need
supplies and equipment to fill it. Goodness knows there’s no shortage of animals to fill it. Right now they rely on a team of dedicated volunteers who share their homes, time, and wallets to house and rehabilitate orphaned and injured wildlife. Savannah and Kimberly want to build on this foundation to make a world-class wildlife rehabilitation center. Help them by donating an item or two on their Wish List – #WandsforWildlife Appalachian Wild is located just outside Asheville and welcomes inquiries and donations from their supporters all over Western North Carolina. Visit appalachianwild.org or contact them (and send donations from their Wish List) to: Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, P.O. Box 1211, Skyland, NC 28776, or email them at info@ appalachianwild.org.
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LONG TIME BETWEEN DRINKS BY DONNA RHODES
A good fried chicken dinner and some after dinner refreshments can work wonders in the realms of politics and commerce.
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hen the governors of North and South Carolina got together to discuss the route of Highway 107 through Cashiers, a barrel of brandy and a keg of white lightnin’ juiced-up their judgment …for better or for worse. Highway 107 had been known as the Winding Stairs Turnpike Road from Tamassee, South Carolina. This road across the Blue Ridge was built in the late 1850s just before the Civil War. Col. William M. Sloan oversaw its South Carolina construction, and William H. “Will” Thomas supervised the North Carolina extension. As roadwork neared Cashiers, a debate arose. Should it turn east toward Sapphire, ultimately Brevard, or north over Cullowhee
Mountain and down the Tuckasegee River? When things got heated, the governors stepped in. And what better way to discuss business than over a golden, butter-fried chicken dinner at the McKinneys’, followed by a few mugs of Mr. Mc’s mountain dew? As the night wore on the governors sipped and made their cases. North Carolina’s governor wanted the road to follow the Tuckaseegee to link with Thomas’ Oconalufty Tunpike over the Smokies and into Tennessee. South Carolina’s governor said expansion of commerce would benefit his state if the road veered toward Brevard and the French Broad Valley. But North Carolina’s governor was making the winning argument. He got the best
of his opponent, who turned his face to the wall. That was code language for a challenge to a duel. Pressure was building. South Carolina’s governor was intransigent. North Carolina’s governor finally broke the silence by saying, “It’s a helluva long time between drinks.” They both broke into a burst of laughter, and all was forgiven. Legend has it this was the beginning of the famous saying, “What did the governor of North Carolina say to the governor of South Carolina? To learn more about the highways and byways of the region, visit highlandshistory. com, email highlandshistory@nctv.com or stop by the Highlands Historical Society, 524 North Fourth Street.
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GOOD GRAFFITI
Brandy McElroy, Executive Assistant and Tonya Hensley, Executive Director, Cashiers Historical Society
BY JANE GIBSON NARDY
Strange snapshots of ordinary life are preserved on the walls of The Zachary-Tolbert House Museum.
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he Google Dictionary describes the word “graffiti” as “writing on walls; drawings or words that are scratched, painted, or sprayed on walls or other surfaces.” In our day and age we consider graffiti as something to be erased, painted over, and eradicated. One exception is graffiti found in historic house museums, which is rare and highly valued when it does occur. The Zachary-Tolbert House Museum in Cashiers is one of those places where you can find graffiti written on the walls in almost every room. In the late 1990s, the Cashiers Historical Society was faced with stabilizing its newly acquired historic house, which sat on stone foundations that, after over 100 years, had sunk into the earth, causing the floors to sag down. The solution to this problem was to first remove temporarily the interior boards
in the house and then with a huge crane, raise the skeleton of the house a few feet off the ground – high enough to get under the house and replace the stone foundation. When the workmen moved the interior boards outside into the sunshine, they saw writing on many of the boards, something not noticed in the dim interior of the house. They alerted some of the society members to the graffiti. After the house was reassembled, an intern from the history department at Western Carolina University made an index to the graffiti, listing each item, and identifying in which room and on which wall it could be found. The intern wrote, “Writings have been transcribed to hard copy as seen on the walls. The exception being those things written vertically or upside down. Writings
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found in this manner or high up on the walls are in that position due to restoration work. These boards were moved from the south west room and were installed in the new position to replace rotten boards. The south west room has been restored using all new materials and has no graffiti.” A flashlight is needed to read the writings and each of the four families who owned and lived in the house left some graffiti behind as did some of the guests. Here are some examples of the over 50 items of graffiti: “The Pendleton Mountain Party;” “Went fishing June 8th 71 C B Fugate;” “Thomas D. Parker,” “Charlie Zachary took his first step the 10th day of April 1870;” “A. Burt;” “Willie Norton;” “Letters, April 14, sent 3, Received 5;” “C. W. Miller;” and “F.S.P. Jr. sept 21st 1870”
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HEIRLOOM GARDENS BY MARY JANE MCCALL
A pair of events will examine the history of kitchen gardens and their thriving presence in the Age of Supermarkets.
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he Cashiers Historical Society invites you to two events celebrating heirloom gardens on June 21, at the Cashiers Historical Society on the Zachary-Tolbert grounds. Heirloom gardens harken to our forefathers’ collection of plants for use and for delight. Plants to cure family illnesses, provide food for the table, and produce were vital to families during hungry months of late winter. These early American gardens were treasure troves of native and cultivated herbs, shrubs, flowers, fruit trees, and vegetables, historically known as “kitchen gardens.” From 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. join them for “The Heirloom Gardener Symposium: Plants for Use and for Delight.” Tickets are $45 and include a tasty luncheon prepared from
heirloom and wildcrafted items. This morning symposium presents three nationally recognized experts speaking about the types of heirloom plants cultivated in Western North Carolina, the design of gardens in which they were grown and how our great-grandparents prepared delicious wildcrafted and cultivated meals. Speakers are Eric Jackson, horticulturist and head gardener of the Horticulture Program at Old Salem Museum and Gardens; Ila Hatter, a wildcrafting expert, featured in “Women of the Smokies” as “our lady of the woods;” and Mary Palmer Dargan, landscape architect and botanist, and the author of two books on early kitchen gardens. To participate, purchase a symposium ticket and stroll the Zachary-Tolbert Grounds
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while visiting lecture venues located in Colonel John’s Cabin, Pavilion and Kitchen. From 10-10:45 A.M., 10:45-11:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M.-12:15 P.M., you can skim the surface, or go deeply into a topic. The afternoon session, Heritage Gardening Crafts, Demonstrations and Plant Swap, from 1:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. is free. Visit vendors with heirloom plants and hand-crafted herbal products for sale, as well as drink-making demonstrations at the Apple Grove next to CJ Cabin, and a plant and seed swap. The plant swap is a great opportunity to swap plants, bulbs, and cuttings with your friends and neighbors. Items for sale are not permitted at the swap. It’s all about the fun of sharing your gardens with your community and neighbors.
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HEALTH
NEW PRESIDENT & CHIEF NURSING OFFICER BY JENNY KING
Jackie Medland, PhD, RN,
New H-C Hospital President Jackie Medland has a plan to continue the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital’s resurgence, a plan that includes the public’s ideas.
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ighlands-Cashiers Hospital has a new president and chief nursing officer. Jacqueline (“Jackie”) Medland, PhD, RN, came to Western North Carolina via metropolitan Chicago and has no question that this is “God’s country.” With this being the smallest hospital she’s served, she is impressed with the sense of community and the level of personal care she’s witnessed over the last month. She has been following each and every department and has been amazed by what she has seen. Medland feels that here she has found, “Visionary leadership, wickedly smart folks, and an amazingly talented group of people who have so committed themselves to caring for and serving others. That doesn’t exist everywhere in our nation.”
Her curriculum vitae is impressive, yet she sees herself as a caregiver first and administrator second. Her career has developed in ways she never would have expected, but her passion remains patient care and providing the absolute best environment for patients and their families. Thanks to the support of Mission Health, she feels that care and services at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is well-complemented by top-notch, tertiary level care just an hour and a half away down the mountain. Healthcare in Highlands-Cashiers and the surrounding areas is not the hospital alone, it is a community of caregivers. “You have the hospital, the Eckerd Living Center and the physician practices,” Medland says. “What a great opportunity
to integrate the care and services to meet the needs of the larger community. The goal is not to create a full-service tertiary facility, but as a Critical Access Hospital, to provide critical access during times of need. Emergency services, strong primary care and diagnostics are essential.” With the addition of the renovated Emergency Department, Medland feels that the new ED at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital can now offer a facility comparable to those of any larger hospital. She looks forward to bringing together members of the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital team and community members to learn more about what needs to be done to continue to improve our hospital. For more information on how you can be a part of that discussion, visit hchospital.org.
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THE BEST WAY TO GROW UP BY DR. SUE AERY AERY CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE
The Tower Garden is the easy way to a diet bursting with vitamins and flavor.
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hat is the best way to grow a lot of produce in a very small space? It’s called vertical gardening. We are now meeting the needs for land efficiency, water conservation and faster harvesting with aeroponic vertical gardening. In just a space of three square feet, we can grow up to 28 plants, many of which will be ready for harvest in just a few weeks. What? Yes, that’s right. Vertical, aeroponic gardening is the rage and we can get used to having fresh, clean produce for what we call “tower to table” meals at home. If you want to grow herbs and greens, you can easily do this in the comfort of your home, patio or even garage. If you want to grow tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, strawberries, squash and so much more, you can do it with a Tower Garden. With grow
lights, a growing cage and a dolly to move the tower, it can be used just about anywhere, even if there’s no sunlight. Our Tower Gardens are made of food grade PVC, free of BPAs, easy to clean, care for and they will last for years. The reservoir is a 20-gallon tank that sits on a level surface or moveable dolly. The growing medium is called rock wool and there is no soil involved. The earth-and-sea mineral blended tonic serves as fertilizer and adds back in what plants normally get from healthy soil. A pH kit is included to keep the water pH balanced and appropriate for best growing conditions for your plant choices. The reservoir houses a small pump, like you find in a fish pond, that pumps the water up the inside of the tower and then it trickles down over the roots of each plant and back into the reservoir. The magic of the tower garden is that it
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uses 90 percent less land and 90 percent less water than traditional gardens. That’s just what we need now that space and water are not as abundant as they used to be. “Aeroponic” means that the roots are suspended in the air part of the time and they are bathed in water part of the time. The tonic enriches the plants and the produce is plentiful in a very short time. Once the plant has been harvested to completion, we then replace it with a new rock wool seedling and continue growing. The Tower Garden growing system is a perfect way to expand your efforts to eat more healthy, fresh foods. If you don’t like certain veggies, try them from a Tower Garden near you – you’ll be surprised at the difference in taste and you’ll probably realize you like this amazing invention called fresh produce.
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BALANCE AND BE WELL With a bit of planning and a conscious effort, you can regain control over your life and your calendar.
E BY MARY ABRANYI Mary Abranyi is a local real estate broker with Landmark Realty Group and the owner of Cashiers Valley Fusion where she teaches group and private yoga classes, workshops and retreats. She also works in collaboration with friend and fellow yogini, Ashby Underwood of Yoga Highlands in an effort to offer education and information for overall wellness to the plateau.
ver wished you had just a couple more hours in the day? Sure, I think we all have at some point or another! Life is an interesting balancing act that seems to change with each phase of our lives but regardless of which life phase we’re in, there will always be only 24 hours in each day. This can sometimes seem like a time constraint when considering the fast pace of today’s world. From childhood to adulthood, more and more people are living an overscheduled life without taking quality time needed for a healthy mind and body. There’s a reference we have in yoga and meditation to the “monkey mind,” a mind that jumps wildly from thought to thought like a monkey from tree to tree. This monkey mentality can be transformed into the well¬known action of multi-¬tasking. Likely beginning as a positive way of getting things done, multi-¬tasking is now a common result of too many unfinished tasks and projects. Sound familiar?
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The good news is that there are ways to create more balance and alignment in our lives by, ironically, scheduling more “you time.” For every positive activity you add, see if there is something you can remove or reduce that doesn’t make you happy, make you money or make sense. Some tips for living a balanced life include planning healthy meals out in advance, scheduling when you will shop, cook and eat your meals, being sure to get enough sleep, scheduling bed time, waking up earlier, creating a morning ritual, regular exercise and yoga, regular meditation or mindful prayer, time in nature, spending quality time with quality people, time away from the regular routines by taking a day trip or vacation, and a date with yourself doing something you love just for you. Just think how nice it will be to look at your calendar and see appointments that bring you better health and well-¬being. This won’t always be easy, so set some boundaries, defend your time and remember, with a little effort and commitment, you have this!
BY DR. ANASTASIA HALLDIN | HEALTHYMAMAINFO.COM
This flavorful recipe delivers all the simple pleasures promised in a languid summer’s night.
Directions: In a bowl, combine the beans with cumin, lemon juice, olive oil. Divide the bean mixture between the four avocado halves. Add cherry tomatoes, sprouts, and parsley to avocado halves. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper and serve immediately.
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azy summer evenings call for light, colorful food, full of warm flavors. Stuffed avocado combines the soft with the crunchy: a quick and healthy vegetarian dish, it is full of vitamins, protein, and healthy fats. Stuffed avocado can be served as a side dish with some cooked quinoa. It is also quite splendid with a salad or just by itself. The key is using avocados, which are not too ripe, nor too hard. The best way to do this is to buy hard avocados and allow them to naturally ripen at home ( bananas or apples, placed next to avocados can speed up this process.) Once the dish is ready, serve it immediately, as the sliced part of avocado can darken.
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AVOCADO, STUFFED WITH GARBANZO BEANS
Ingredients: 2 Avocados, sliced lengthwise 1 cup Cooked or Canned Garbanzo Beans, rinsed 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Powder 2 teaspoons fresh Lemon Juice 2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 cup Sprouts 1/4 cup diced Parsley 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
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HOMES & LIFESTYLES
RESERVE YOUR CHATEAU GETAWAY BY WILEY SLOAN
The Chateau offers an unprecedented escape in marvelous splendor. Visit highlandsncchateau.net for more information.
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agles soar high above the trees as you relax in style at the Chateau just two miles outside the quaint mountain town of Highlands. This expansive retreat is the perfect spot for every occasion. Whether you are looking to host a multi-generational family reunion, a social gathering for your favorite charity or your business, or just sprint away with several friends, you could not find a more welcoming venue than the Chateau. As your guests soak in the beauty of the surrounding mountains, your private chef is creating gastronomical delights in the Pavilion kitchen. Music buffs enjoy sleeping where Bill Berry of REM laid his head when he owned this masterpiece. Bunks for the grans now fill the room that was once the photography studio. Let the adults in your entourage choose between the other six luxurious suites. Are you a fledgling artist or a writer who needs to finish a manuscript? The well-appointed suites of the Chateau can provide the perfect surroundings to get the job done. Mesmerizing views greet you from every room whether you are in the twins in the Crow’s Nest or on the Terrace Level balcony. The glistening sun shimmers off the rugged face of Whiteside Mountain, casting shad-
ows over Horse Cove. In the distance, you can see four mountain ranges as you look eastward toward Cashiers and Sapphire. Challenge friends to identify Black Rock or Big Bear Pen mountains. Can you tell the difference in the Turpin Mountains – Big and Little? Not into geography of the area? Relax in the hot tub or finish that billiards game as your favorite tunes play on the juke box. Enjoy your favorite card game or finish a puzzle. Movie buffs have a couple of options. Gather in the 12-seat Home Theatre with Surround Sound and freshly popped corn or curl up in your suite with your private movie. With multiple fireplaces throughout the house and each of the Guest Suites offering a balcony and coffee station you may find it hard to get going in the morning. Fill your days as you wish. Hike the trails, build your I-cloud file with wild flower photos, explore the shops and restaurants, zip line or shoot the rapids, golf in one of the many area courses. All of these activities and more are just minutes away from the Chateau. Let the Chateau’s personal concierge help you optimize your visit to the area. She’s a valuable resource. Take an online tour of this magnificent mountain retreat by going
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to highlandsncchateau.net/ and VRBO ( vrbo.com/891289). Check availability on the calendar and plan now for an unforgettable visit to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Once you have been here, the allure of the area will beckon you to return over and over. Past guests rave about their fabulous visits and we know that you will too. Make your reservations today. You will be glad you did.
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INVESTMENT MYTHS BY MARY BETH BRODY | EDWARD JONES FINANCIAL ADVISOR
A handful of time-tested maxims can carry your investments through decades of tumult and change.
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ver time, you’ll run into various suggestions for investing successfully. Yet upon closer inspection, many of these ideas turn out to be “myths” – which could cause you trouble if you treat them as solid advice. Here are five of these myths, along with some reasons for ignoring them: You can find the next “big thing.” All of us probably wish we could have “gotten in on the ground floor” of Apple or Microsoft or some other tremendously profitable company. And who knows? There may indeed be a similar other business out there, waiting to take off. But it’s almost impossible for anyone to identify these potential “blockbusters.” There’s really no shortcut to investment success – you need the patience and discipline to invest for the long term, and you need to build a portfolio that’s appropriate for your goals and risk tolerance. Investors should always seek to “buy low and sell high.” This is actually good advice – or it would be, if were possible to consistently follow it. But how can you know when the market is “high enough” to sell or “low enough” to buy? You can’t – and neither can anyone else. Trying to time the market
rarely works. A more appropriate strategy is to invest regularly and to diversify your holdings among stocks, bonds, government securities and other vehicles, based on your goals and risk tolerance. Diversification can help protect you against market downturns that primarily affect just one asset class. Keep in mind, though, that diversification can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses. It’s always smart to buy investments that have performed well recently. You may have read, in investment prospectuses, that “past performance is no guarantee of future results.” These words are certainly true; just because an investment has had a good run recently, it doesn’t mean its success will continue indefinitely. You need to evaluate each investment on its own merits and on how well it fits into your overall portfolio. International investing is too risky. In today’s global economy, it may be more risky not to invest some of your portfolio internationally. U.S. stocks represent less than half of global stock market capitalization – so by stopping at our borders, you are depriving yourself of a world of opportunities. It’s
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true that foreign investments carry some special risks relating to currency fluctuations and political and economic events, but you can help contain this risk by confining your international holdings to a relatively small percentage of your portfolio. A financial professional can suggest the best ways for you to add a global element to your investments. You need a lot of money to make a lot of money. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to have a sizable amount of money to invest right away. But the world is full of people who started investing with small sums and ended up having enough money to enjoy the retirement lifestyle they had envisioned. If you’re just beginning to invest, put in as much as you can afford each month; as your income goes up, increase your investments. As an investor, time is your greatest ally. Sticking to a consistent investment strategy can help you write your own investment tale – and you can leave the myths to t he storybooks. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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QUACKERS FIT THE BILL BY DONNA RHODES | ILLUSTRATION BY NORMA JEAN ZAHNER
“What sprouted wasn’t what she planted.” Donna learns not to swallow everything that Granny serves her or tells her.
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hen my son was four I woke up one morning with a gravelly voice. I told him I was hoarse and had a frog in my throat. He thought for a minute, then asked me to open my mouth so he could see the horse and frog. Four-year-olds are uber literal. And so it was with my grandmother and four-year-old Me. Granny told me, “Never eat wild mushrooms. You’ll die if you do.” Even at four the dying concept wasn’t lost on me, having recently flushed Ishkabibble, the goldfish, to his watery doom. Anxious, I made Granny strain the mushrooms out of her cream of mushroom soup before I’d eat it, wondering all the while: Is she trying to kill me?
To keep me from swallowing seeds (apple seeds have cyanide in them) she told me that if I ate a seed a tree would grow out of my ears. One day I accidentally swallowed an orange seed. I ran to the mirror and watched my head for hours, fully expecting to see a citrus limb spring from my ear while a bluegrass band belted out “Orange Blossom Special.” My life has always had a soundtrack. When nothing happened I decided to conduct a science experiment. We had a ceramic duck, wings flung back, beak open, straining at an imaginary flying morsel. I liked that duck and named him Quackers. Even though he was a friend, someone
had to make a sacrifice since my very life was at stake. Quackers filled the bill, as it were. So I flung a few apple, orange, and grape seeds into his mouth, then watched him all afternoon, assuming his fate would be my own. The next day there were no vines. No trees. Not a single stem spouting from his handsome duckhead. Logic told me Quackers and I would survive. From then on, any seed that found its way into my mouth, found its way into Quackers’…for safety’s sake. Recently, while going through my mom’s belongings, I unearthed Quackers in perfect condition, still loaded with seeds that had dried to dust. Thankfully, Quackers and I
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Peter Ray
RECOGNIZING 7 YEARS OF DEDICATION BY JENNY KING
Thanks to his quiet dedication, Peter Ray is keeping his neighbors healthy and fed.
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he volunteers at The Food Pantry of Highlands are more than a group of individuals, they are community. The work that is done to keep the pantry shelves stocked and open takes a great many hands and several of these people have donated their time for years. One of those is Peter Ray. His involvement began in 2010 through his work with the International Friendship Center, one of the parent organizations of the pantry. Ray is a man of faith and his strong religious and moral values led him to do all he could to welcome strangers to our community. He has served on the Board of the Friendship Center and has been its Chair since January 2016. Executive Director of the Food Pantry Mar-
ty Rosenfield says, “Peter is soft spoken, passionate, giving, and dedicated to the needs of the Pantry.” For the last seven years Peter has spent every other Friday unloading the truck that delivers goods from MANNA Food Bank. He and many others receive hundreds of pounds of food that are then passed to other volunteers who stock the shelves. When asked what changes in the pantry he has seen over the last seven years, Peter says, “There is much more good food available and more clients who come to get the food. Under Marty’s leadership, it feels like a much more welcoming and friendly place.” In fact, last year Rosenfield noted the Food Pantry of Highlands served over 4,000 clients. These clients are able to supple-
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ment their grocery budgets thanks to the help of Peter and others like him. Why volunteer? According to Peter, volunteers are doing something concrete for the people of our community. “It has the advantage of being regular and time-limited so you know what to expect and can plan your weekly schedule around volunteer work,” he says. “It’s also fun to work with others and know you are doing something useful.” There are many ways to help support the Food Pantry of Highlands. For more information on making monetary donations and volunteering your time, contact Andrea Smith at the International Friendship Center, (828) 526-0890; or Executive Director Marty Rosenfield, at (828) 526-9828.
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HOT NEWS ABOUT FIRES BY JULIE SCHOTT
HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS LAND TRUST
Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is working tirelessly to manage fire hazards in our wild spaces.
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he wildfires that tore through our mountains last autumn were of historic proportions. There were close to 40 fires in the region, many of which burned with extreme intensity causing widespread damage. While 90 percent of wildfires are manmade, some are naturally occurring and difficult to prevent; however, there are steps you can take to reduce your risks. Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is working diligently to reduce the risks of catastrophic fire at some of our more overgrown properties. On the summit of Satulah Mountain Preserve, we are trimming out shrubs that died or were significantly damaged during the drought in hopes of reducing the potential fire fuel load. On our Laurel Knob Preserve, we are partnering with Western Carolina University faculty and students to assess how best to manage fireadapted environments to reduce fuel loads while still promoting those species which are generally considered fire adapted. Although the intense, widespread wildfires we saw last autumn are uncommon here, small wildfires do happen so it’s important to understand what causes them and the effect they have on our landscape and those who live here. Have you ever thought about the impact these fires have on the wildlife who depend on our forests? Do you know all that you should about fire safety and prevention? You are invited to learn more on Tuesday, June 27, with Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust and The Village Green who are partnering to bring you, “Fire on the Mountain – Fire Ecology” with Katie Greenberg, PhD., and friends. Join us at The Village Green Commons at 5:30 P.M. rain or shine for this free Village Nature Series presentation. On June 29, HCLT will also be running an EcoTour to Wayah Bald to learn more about the fire damage there. For info and to reserve your spot, call (828) 526-1111 or email info.hitrust@earthlink.net. To learn more about Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust’s work to protect the quality of the air you breathe, the water you drink, and healthy habitat for all who live here, visit hicashlt.org. To learn more about The Village Green and their work preserving the future of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau and providing excellence to the community, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com.
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Friend of the Farm, 101-year-old Martha Parish, plans to be there shopping. She’s pictured here at her 100th birthday party last year wearing her J. McLaughlin she bought to help CDF last year.
RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS BY SUE BLAIR CARPE DIEM FARMS
J. McLaughlin of Highlands is a true-blue friend to the horses of Carpe Diem Farms, hosting a Sip and Shop party from 1:30 to 4:30 P.M. Saturday, July 29, to benefit the farm.
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he adage, “you just never know” is something that occurs, generally out of the blue in the life of Carpe Diem Farms. Without notice a generous donor will send a check, someone will drop by to volunteer, or call to offer help. For the third year, J. McLaughlin’s Highlands store has offered to help support the horses of CDF. At Carpe Diem Farms we go about our daily work with little to no fanfare. The herd of nine horses, the backbone of our experiential programming, requires a lot of work and daily expense. If all are healthy a day of feed, hay, and, care costs more than two hundred dollars. We have one paid staffperson; volunteers do everything else. Being off the beaten path, by design, makes us a less visible charity, or so we think. And then, a random act of kindness, no accident, a gift from stranger, you just never know. The J. McLaughlin philosophy is one of giving back to the communities in which they have stores. They will host a “Sip and Shop,” Saturday, July 29, from 1:30 to 4:30 P.M. A percentage of the sales will be donated to CDF to help provide for our herd. I feel proud and humbled that J. McLaughlin recognizes our contribution to the community and again wants to do something to help. You never know who is paying attention to what you are up to. Please stop by J. McLaughlin, 318 Main Street, July 29, between 1:30-4:30 P.M., enjoy a “Sip while you Shop” and learn a little more about Carpe Diem. I’ll be there and I hope you will, too. Carpe Diem Farms, is a 501©3 educational foundation. We can be reached at (828) 526-2854.
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START SOMETHING BY ELIZABETH SPAULDING BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS
Successful matches for Big Brothers Big Sisters invariably blossom into friendships.
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ig Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina has two branches in our area – Cashiers and Highlands. Both of these branches have committed mentors who decided to start something special and join our efforts to positively impact a child’s life. When a mentor is matched with their “Little,” they are provided with ongoing activities, training, and support services to help build a strong and enduring connection. Bigs (mentors) and Littles (mentees) both gain a lot from the experience in terms of their friendship. Littles gain a role model and friend who provides them with new experiences, which help to build higher aspirations in their lives. These relationships help them to achieve academic improvement, growth in self-confidence and development of life skills. Bigs are rewarded with the experience of being an integral part of that
young person’s success. BBBS Cashiers is growing at a steady pace, and we are now serving 21 school-aged children in Jackson County. This spring, Big Sister Lauren, and Little Sister Nayely were matched. Lauren is a special education major at Western Carolina University. She has a heart for children and supporting them to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Her passion and background made her a perfect fit for our program. Lauren and Nayely were matched based on their interests and personalities. These two girls are chatty, outgoing, and extremely engaging. They have spent time getting to know each other through arts and crafts activities and exploring our beautiful area,
both in Cashiers and WCU’s campus. Although the initial commitment for Big, Little, and the family is a year, we always encourage the match to continue as long as all parties are content in the relationship. The longer the relationship lasts, the stronger the bond, and the more profound the impact in the Little’s life. We hope that Lauren and Nayely will be together for a long time to come.
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ON THE FRONT LINES BY DAVID STROUD | CASHIERS-HIGHLANDS HUMANE SOCIETY
Thanks to its compassionate staff and small army of dedicated volunteers, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a nationwide beacon of hope for the most horrifyingly neglected and abused animals.
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s an official Emergency Placement Partner with the Humane Society of the United States – one of only 300 nationwide – the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society has been called upon to provide assistance in puppy mill raids, cruelty and hoarding cases, and disaster response in five different states. But the rescue where CHHS served on the front lines this past April was the largest in our 30-year history. The CHHS Animal Rescue Team was among the first responders on the morning of April 13, at the scene of a large-scale, multi-species animal neglect case in Clarkesville, Georgia. A total of 435 animals were found in deplorable conditions and in need of urgent veterinary care. The animals included 312 dogs and puppies, along with cats, donkeys, pigs, goats, chickens, ducks, rabbits, a horse and an alpaca. There were dogs with fur so matted that you could not tell the animal’s head from its tail, legs that couldn’t move and tumors you couldn’t see. The dogs were kept behind wire gauge fence nailed to iron stakes with no gates. We had to use wire cutters to get inside each pen to save the dogs.
World-renowned animal behavior expert Victoria Stilwell and recipient of the 2014 CHHS Humane Hero of the Year Award was there to assist in the rescue and evaluation of the dogs. Afterwards, Victoria sent us this note of thanks: “Even though it was tough to see the animals in such horrendous conditions, it was made so much easier with the help of you and the Animal Rescue Team from the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society. Without you and your rescue vehicle, the H.E.A.R.T. of North Carolina, the whole operation would have been a lot harder. You worked diligently alongside HSUS and other organizations that were on scene. Seeing your team in action, saving the lives of desperately sick and neglected animals, was truly wonderful and it was a blessing to have them there. Thank you, David and the team – you did an amazing job.” Kim Alboum, HSUS National Shelter Outreach & Policy Engagement Director, had this to say: “Our shelter and rescue partners are a vital component of our nationwide rescue efforts. Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society always stands ready to respond in the field or take in victims of cruelty and neglect. Our life-
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saving work depends on their ability to continue the healing journey for many of these animals and we were incredibly grateful to have the Cashiers-Highlands team at our side during this multi-species neglect case.” Fifty of the 312 rescued dogs were brought back to the new CHHS Canine Adoption Center, Western North Carolina’s most modern animal welfare facility. Nearly all of these brave canine survivors have since found a new loving, forever home. Established in 1987, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit nokill shelter that relies solely on donations, grants, bequests and special events to further our mission of rescue, compassionate care, spay/neuter and finding forever homes for nearly 500 abandoned and neglected animals each year. CHHS is located on Highway 64 in Sapphire, two miles east of the Cashiers Crossroads and is open 10 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday. For more information, please call (828) 7435752 or visit us online at www.CHhumanesociety.org. Tax-deductible donations to support our lifesaving work can be mailed to CHHS, P.O. Box 638, Cashiers, NC 28717.
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SPECIAL NEEDS ANIMAL SANCTUARY KATHLEEN BUB FOREVER FARM
There are plenty of ways to support the mission of the Forever Farm. Probably the most fun choice is visiting the Friends for Life Treasure Shop, located on Broad Street in Brevard.
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aring for almost 200 animals at the Friends for Life Forever Farm is quite a challenge, and raising the funds to do so is no easy task. Payroll is the largest item in the budget, followed by veterinary care, food, supplies, and general overhead items such as utilities and insurance. We depend primarily on the generous donations of our supporters to make ends meet. In addition to cash and in-kind donations, another way to help our mission is by supporting our Friends for Life Treasure Shop, located in Brevard just off Broad
Street (US 64) in the Four Seasons Plaza. This upscale resale shop brings in significant funds to support the animals at the Forever Farm. There are two ways to support the Treasure Shop. You can donate items that you are ready to retire such as household furnishings, artwork, collectibles, jewelry, and boutique clothing. And, of course, spend some time at the shop and you may find that unique item you have been searching for. Being run by volunteers, all net funds go to help our senior and special needs animals. The Treasure Shop is open
Monday through Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Friends for Life is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization operating the Forever Farm, a sanctuary in Lake Toxaway for senior and special needs animals, and the Pickelsimer Center in Rosman, dedicated to animal nursing care and hospice. All donations of funds, or items for the Treasure Shop, are tax deductible. For information call Friends for Life at (828) 508-2460, or the Treasure Shop at (828) 862-5701. Visit us online at friendsforlifeforeverfarm.org.
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PROUD TO BE OF SERVICE BY WILEY SLOAN
The generous spirit informing the Peggy Crosby Center has touched lives throughout Highlands and Cashiers.
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onstructed in the late 1940’s, the building where the Peggy Crosby Center currently resides originally housed the Highlands Hospital. When the hospital moved to its new campus, the building was repurposed. Through the years PCC has served the Highlands-Cashiers area by providing affordable office space to organizations offering community services. This rare community asset, home to numerous essential non-profits and small start-up businesses helps provide essential services to folks living and working in Western North Carolina. PCC’s non-profit tenants reach a broad spectrum of interests…from land preservation (Highlands Cashiers Land Trust) to support for our neighbors from other
countries (International Friendship Center). Additional services include Adult Education (Center for Life Enrichment), education for both adults and children who are challenged by literacy issues (Literacy Council of Highlands), plus counseling services (Counseling & Psychotherapy Center of Highlands). Hundreds of our neighbors pass through the halls of PCC weekly improving their lives and our community. The Peggy Crosby Center itself is a nonprofit 501(c) 3 tax-exempt organization with a break-even budget. Operating expenses are funded by the very favorable tenant rents. Since 2010, PCC has only increased rents once – minimally. When rents at PCC are compared to other similar facilities with similar services, it’s esti-
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mated that the PCC non-profit tenants would pay double or triple their PCC rents. Within the last six years, the facility has seen many improvements, including energy efficient upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and cosmetic tweaks, plus landscaping and parking lot enhancements. All of these improvements have been necessary to provide comfortable and efficient office facilities for the tenants so that they can do what they do best…serve our community. The Peggy Crosby Center is indeed a unique asset in our Highlands community. It’s service to non-profit organizations allows them to accomplish their missions of helping others. Won’t you consider supporting the Center with your charitable donation?
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STYLE. GRACE. VOGUE. BY JENNY KING
Dale Maryfield, Michael Ereshena and Burlesque
The Vogue collection is carefully calibrated to offer the unique and the exquisite in equal measure. To view the fruits of two lifetimes of design expertise, visit the gallery at Carolina Way in Highlands.
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ogue, at the shops on Carolina Way in Highlands, invites you to see their carefully curated collection of modern treasures for your home. Curated, yes - a museum, no. Arranged in inspiring vignettes, each piece on Vogue’s showroom floor is available for immediate purchase. You’ll find lighting, barware, sculpture, china, oneof-a-kind stationery and much more, all gathered with an eye for what will create a well-appointed home. Vogue is more than a store, it’s a gallery of art, furnishings, and gifts handpicked by designers who have, for decades, proven their impeccable taste and talented eye for detail. When you fall in love with a painting or a table setting you can rest assured they will not be seen anywhere else. Nothing will be restocked, their inventory is exclusive and limited. Michael and Dale have been professional event planners for over 47 years and have helped clients create elite environments for every size and type of gala imaginable. Having relocated to Highlands, they are now offering their expertise in helping you make the most of your own unique space. They’ll guide you in your selections and are also available for private consultation by
appointment only. Join their mailing list to be informed of their schedule of events planned throughout the season. No matter what you wish to accomplish, how you envision your décor, Vogue offers a modern mix of style, color, texture, and shape to inspire your creativity. Walk around the showroom and let the light and airy space open you up to possibilities. Vogue is located across from KelseyHutchinson Founders Park at 448 Carolina Way in downtown Highlands. Their showroom hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Call them at (828) 787-1397 and email them at VogueHome@frontier.com.
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USA TODAY POLL: HIGHLANDS, TOP 10 BY DONNA RHODES
If you’re reading this, you probably already know what it took a panel of USA Today editors and travel experts to discover.
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SA Today, America’s newspaper of the well-informed and well-traveled, recently ran their 10 Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards Contest. Drum roll please…Highlands, North Carolina, was voted among the Top Ten for Favorite Small Towns in the Southeastern United States. Those who reside in Highlands already know they live on paradise peak, but being nationally recognized as one of the most hospitable, entertaining, highly-cultured, dining and recreational small-town hotspots in the South is a crowning glory. How was Highlands selected? USA Todays’ 10 Best editors researched 10 0 of the
finest small towns (with populations under 20, 0 0 0) representing all the states in the region. The editors, with the assistance of a panel of travel experts, narrowed the list to 20 finalists. Readers voted daily, all during April, selecting their favorites, and the results are in. To see details and a list of the 20 finalists visit 10best.com/awards/ travel/best-southern-small-town-2017. USA Today touted Highlands as an aptly named town, being one of the highest municipalities east of the Mississippi. It has served as a cool mountain getaway for over a century. Picture-perfect Highlands, situated in the middle of a multitude of glorious outdoor adventure
opportunities, encourages visiting and residing USA Today readers to celebrate this distinguished award with a toast to the town. Bob Kieltyka, Executive Director of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, says, “Even though our well-kept secret has gotten out, excellence attracts excellence. We look forward to what this recognition will foster: expanded support of commerce, entertainment, the arts, volunteerism, and all great things Highlands represents. We’ve worked hard, we’ve earned our bragging rights, and we are deeply honored by this award.”
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COMFORT HAPPENS IN COTTON
Diane Brady
BY JENNY KING
At both Bella Cotn and Bee Bags and Such, the emphasis is on comfort, quality and a commitment to style, with more than a pinch of panache.
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ella Cotn and Bee Bags and Such in Cashiers believe in offering only the very best materials in everything they sell. Bella Cotn features sleepwear made of the finest Pima cotton. Bee Bags caters to those looking for one-of-a-kind bags handcrafted from soft and supple Italian and South American premium hides. Both are under one roof, located just past the Crossroads in Cashiers at 236 Highway 107 North. There is no place quite like it. Bella Cotn has become known as an all-inclusive place to find sleepwear and fashions created with world renowned Pima Cotton. Cotton is one of the most prized fabrics in the world and while all cotton fibers possess a distinct softness and fluffiness, not all cottons are created equal. Peruvian Pima cotton is unique in its touch and durability.
Diane Brady understands how important it is to be comfortable and that is why she’s chosen to highlight the luxury of Pima. You’ll find robes and pajamas as well as on-trend tunics and clothing from well-known brands such as Johnny Was. Finish your look with accessories, even Spanx and jeans, all in one elegant shop. You’ll no doubt be drawn to the displays of brightly colored bags, created by Bee Bags and Such. Bee Bags come in a variety of sizes and easily accommodate your technology needs such as cell phone, e-readers, and tablets. Every bag is made by hand on site and you can have a bag created especially to meet your style and taste. Comfort is the
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name of the game, again! Each Bee Bag will fit your body and you won’t have to worry about straps slipping off your shoulder. Visit Bella Cotn and Bee Bags at 236 Highway 107 North, Suite C in Cashiers for your fashion and fit needs today. Their hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. and they may be reached by phone at (828) 743-9593.
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BUILDING YOUR VISIONS BY JENNY KING
Dave and Danielle Warth
For Warth Construction, the formula for success is built upon quality craftsmanship, a deeply knowledgeable staff and an unswerving commitment to its clients.
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hat sets Warth Construction apart? Communication, custom cabinetry, and creative design. With over 25 years of building in our area, Warth has earned a reputation for unique design, quality craftsmanship, and the highest level of customer satisfaction. They’re known for their attention to detail and with the opening of their 6,000-square-foot cabinet and millwork shop, they can now assure their clients that a custom cabinet is indeed just that. This start-to-finish hands-on approach is a theme that runs throughout the entire company. Owners Dave and Danielle Warth understand the importance of communication. Hiring one of the top contractors in the area is one thing. Having them personally oversee your project is quite another. Every member of Warth Construction listens to their clients. Really listens. As Danielle Warth says, “We pride ourselves on keeping an open line of communication at all times. We often quote an old friend of ours that would say listening is not waiting for your time to speak. “This concept has served us well in busi-
ness, as building a home is such a very personal experience. The only way we can know how to make a home function the best way possible for the homeowners is to listen to their needs.” As an unlimited licensed general contractor, they stand with their clients through the entire process and are licensed in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Their full-time design staff can help with everything from exterior finishes and hardware to interior design and the purchasing of furnishings. Thanks to their dedication to individualized attention, their custom millwork shop, and talented design staff, Warth Construction is able to work with their clients on new construction and remodeling projects knowing all aspects of the work are under their control. To reach them, call (828) 526-4949 or visit them online at WarthConstruction.com. Their offices are located at 330 Spring Street in Highlands and be sure to follow them on social media – twitter.com/DanielleWarth; instagram.com/warthconstructioninc; facebook.com/warthconstruction.
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The staff of The Designers Market
BY JENNY KING
The Designers Market’s growing success speaks to its expanding lines of quality brands and its in-house custom services.
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t The Designers Market in Cashiers, they live by one philosophy: Design Matters. Over the last 10 years owner Susan San Souci has watched as this credo has been fully embraced by homeowners on the Plateau. In the summer of 2007 San Souci started her business in Highlands by appointment only but in 2010 the business was moved to a retail space in Cashiers to meet the growing demands of the area. Three years ago the business expanded once again. San Souci says, “We had outgrown the original space so we expanded into the additional studio showroom space to showcase our cabinetry, wallpaper, and the Farrow and Ball paint offering. With the pur-
chase of the larger building, it’s all back in one location and is conveniently situated directly across from our former space on Warehouse Drive”. The Designers Market features world renowned brands in window coverings, floor coverings, paint, and cabinetry. They are a Hunter Douglas Window Coverings Showcase Dealer which remains one of the cornerstones of the business. Other well respected brands include Shaw Floor Coverings, DuChateau, Caesarstone Countertops, and DuraSupreme Cabinetry. Their fabric and wall coverings include popular names such as Fabricut, Schumacher, and Thibault. With the significant expansion they are
now able to highlight their cabinet offering. As San Souci says, “It allows us to use our design talents to create truly unique spaces for our clients top to bottom.” Designs that can include barrier free spaces with layout and functionality that meet the needs of their customers’ particular lifestyles. The name The Designers Market has become synonymous with quality design products and services in Cashiers, Highlands, Glenville, Sapphire, and Toxaway. Susan San Souci and her staff invite you to see all they have to offer in their brand new location at 61 Hawks View in Cashiers. For more information contact The Designers Market at (828) 743-1400 or online at TheDesignersMarket-NC.com.
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DECOR FROM EUROPE TO CASHIERS
Bill & Cherie Tibbetts and Vivanne Metzger
BY JENNY KING
For Vivianne Metzger Antiques, the search for and selling of splendid English antiques and accessories is an unquenchable family passion.
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ivianne Metzger Antiques originated in Charleston in 1996. After five years of business on Charleston’s famed King Street, Vivianne and husband Bill discovered the beauty and serenity of the North Carolina mountains. The lure of the mountains drew them to Cashiers where they established their shop. Since 2000 their annual trips to Europe have allowed them to import a fine selection of quality 18th and 19th century English furniture and accessories sought after by discerning buyers from throughout the Southeast. Soon their quaint little shop located at 31 Canoe Point just off NC 107 South in Cashiers was too small for all their treasures, so they added a 2,000-square foot warehouse. In 2007, they were joined in business by their daughter, Cherie and her husband
Bill. The Tibbetts continued the same enthusiasm and zeal that had made V Metzger Antiques a household name in the area. With dedicated dealers working for them throughout the year, customers anxiously await the arrival of containers filled to the brim with the rare and unusual. Whether you are looking for furniture, lighting, mirrors or paintings, Staffordshire, Majolica, or garden accessories – you won’t want to miss a visit to Vivianne Metzger Antiques. Cherie’s trained eye selects the best of the best from throughout England. When the containers arrive the trio of Vivianne, Cherie, and Bill work feverishly to exquisitely display their finds for you their treasured customer. Come, browse through the wide inventory. The container from their most recent trip arrived in mid-May so the shop is filled with spectacular finds. Cherie says, “We have a great time
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searching for the traditional as well as the rare and unusual. And we delight in finding the perfect match for each customer.” Bring your lists and your tape measure. Take photos of items that catch your eye. Sure, you want to think about it, but don’t tarry too long. You never know when someone else will take a fancy to that item, too. Thank you to the Metzger Team for their energy and dedication to offering each of us a fine selection of quality antiques. We celebrate the past 20 years and wish them many more years of sharing their love of antiques with each of us. Free delivery from Toxaway to Sky Valley. Shipping available anywhere in the United States. The Shop and Warehouse hours: 10:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Saturday, May 1 through December 1. Visit their website: vmantiques.com, or call: (828) 743-0642.
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INSPIRING STYLE ON THE PLATEAU ART-FILLED SPACES CUSTOM HOMES PRIVATE VIEWS
JUNE 2017
THE CHATTOOGA CLUB BECOME PART OF A CASHIERS MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY WHERE FAMILY AND LAND COME TOGETHER IN PERFECT HARMONY.
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HE DEVELOPER OF THIS EXCLUSIVE GATED community in Cashiers community sought to pay homage to the native architecture and cultural heritage of the Western North Carolina region. With an upscale, family-friendly club atmosphere against the backdrop of the beautiful natural scenery of the property’s 200 acres, you may feel like you’ve taken a step back in time to a bygone era when you play on one of two worldclass croquet lawns. The Club’s Life Enhancement Center
lives up to its name by offering a variety of the latest fitness equipment, classes and personal trainers, paired with a world-class spa. Additional club amenities include a private lake, a heated swimming pool with pavilion, three Har-Tru tennis courts, active children’s programs, hiking trails, and flower and vegetable gardens, plus a fully stocked trout lake, firepit, and playground. A scenic picnic area at Mac’s View offers stunning vistas of Whiteside Mountain and gorgeous afternoon sunsets. Club membership is by invitation only.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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USTOM designed by Tim Greene & Associates, this beautiful traditional home has three bedrooms, three and a half baths in the main house plus one bedroom suite on the lower level with bathroom, kitchenette, fireplace and private access. Large covered deck with fireplace for enjoying luxurious outdoor living. Spectacular views of Whiteside Mountain plus Little Terrapin Mountain and long range mountains views with beautiful late afternoon sunsets. Located inside the gates of the well-established and prestigious neighborhood of the Chattooga Club. Membership to club by invitation only. MLS# 85387.
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ON THE COVER
THE CHATTOOGA CLUB
Bear Rock $1,595,000
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EAR ROCK is a beautiful custom five bedroom, five and a half bath estate in the exclusive
gated community of The Chattooga Club. On the main level is the master suite plus a den/ office and half bath. The upper level has three guest bedrooms with private baths and a
loft area. The lower level consists of a cozy family room with stone fireplace plus a bunk room and bath — perfect for the kids and grandkids! Membership to The Chattooga Club is by invitation only. MLS# 80907.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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THE CHATTOOGA CLUB
Fox Hollow $1,599,000
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OX HOLLOW sits inside the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club, a private
gated community just a few minutes from the center of Cashiers. Entertaining is a stress-free affair with easy flow throughout the living spaces. Situated on
three lots and a short walk to the club. Surrounded by mature trees, the lush flat yard is perfect for planting a garden or as a play area for children and pets. Homeowners have access to Lake Chattooga, which is restocked with trout annually, as well as a lovely picnic area known as Mac’s View. Boasting incredible views of three states, it is a divine spot to watch the sunset. Membership is by invitation only. MLS# 83660.
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Silk Purse $1,200,000
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ILK PURSE offers the privacy of a mountain retreat in a tranquil setting with beautiful architectural accents. This comfortable four bedroom, three and a half bath family home features an open floor plan with a stone fireplace in the living room, vaulted ceilings with wood beams and generous built-ins. The inviting outdoor deck features its own fireplace and views over the private pond. The master suite on the main level with his and her baths offers a spacious sanctuary. A den on the main level could be converted to a guest suite. The lower level encompasses a separate living area with a kitchen, two bedrooms and two baths, while the upper level has a roomy office. This home is handicapped accessible. Club membership is by invitation only. MLS# 83218.
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HARMING and cozy hassle free Chattooga Club cottage only steps away from all amenities. Three bedrooms, three baths. Wood burning fireplace on main level, large covered and screened-in deck off of dining room. Tudor style architecture. All yard maintenance including bushes and window boxes, driveways is included in HOA fee. Corner lot with easy in and out access. Located in the gated and well established community of the Chattooga Club. Membership by invitation only. MLS# 81813. Offered at $850,000.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
$1,895,000
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HIS stunning custom home is perfectly positioned to take advantage of beautiful views of Whiteside Mountain and sits just a short distance from the clubhouse and world class amenities of Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club. With five bedrooms and five and a half baths, including two sumptuous master suites, the spacious floor plan can accommodate the entire family. The well-appointed kitchen with butler’s pantry overlooks the main living area, allowing the chef to be part of the festivities. Downstairs, the family room with wet bar and jacuzzi on the outside deck offer more opportunities for relaxation and good times. The transitional decor and elegant neutral color palette really set this home apart — it is a truly superb luxury mountain getaway for the discerning buyer. MLS# 81581.
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MOUNTAINTOP GOLF & LAKE CLUB
A series of magnificent waterfalls. can be seen from almost every room of the home,
After the waterfalls, Knob Creek flows gently through the property.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
KNOB CREEK $6,995,000
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ERHAPS the most remarkable home and water features in the area, this 6,000+ square foot home straddles Knob Creek and a large swimming hole. The property’s many acres on either side of the creek provide complete privacy with walking and four-wheeling trails throughout. There are two ponds with a fishing dock. The property is gentle with elevations from 3620-3950 feet. The property is convenient to both Cashiers and Highlands. The long driveway into the home is flat and meanders through meadows and under brushed forests. The entry gate is remotely controlled and features large stone columns and fencing. Entering this property feels like entering a huge private estate or National Park. Deer and turkey frequent the fields and even an elk has been seen there recently. Most of the property is in a conservation easement with the main house and 10 cabin sites as out parcels. There are fireplaces in the living room, in the guest suite, and on the all season porch. MLS# 84897. Offered at $6,995,000.
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ONE OF A KIND
B U R T FA R M
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UST remodeled with new kitchen and bathrooms, flooring, roof and other improvements, the historical 131-acre Burt Farm Estate is a true legacy property, first settled by the Zachary family, one of the founding families of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Leave the world behind in this idyllic setting of rolling meadows filled with wildflowers, bubbling creeks, flowing streams, sparkling ponds and an abundance of native shrubs and mature trees. The nearly level drive meanders to the stately 1880s main residence with its generous indoor and outdoor living spaces. Enjoy a competitive or social match of tennis, practice on the putting green or play a lively round of lawn croquet. The estate also features a separate house for a caretaker or guests. The back of the property gently climbs in elevation and is suitable for being subdivided or building additional homes or cottages. Rarely does a property such as this become available for purchase. For those seeking privacy, substantial acreage and a cherished family homestead just minutes from Highlands, downtown Cashiers, and several exclusive golf and country clubs, the Burt Farm Estate is the unparalleled choice. MLS# 81815. Price upon inquiry.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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G O L F C L U B E S TAT E S
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ERCHED at 3,400 feet overlooking the lush golf
hers baths. The open kitchen flows into a comfortable
course of The Country Club of Sapphire Val-
den and coveted four-season porch with a cozy fire-
ley, this lovely estate offers exceptional long
place and operable clear panels for colder weather.
range panoramic views of Bald Rock, Big Sheepcliff
The second porch and open deck are ideal for host-
and Cow Rock Mountains from almost every room.
ing small or large gatherings. Two guest suites are lo-
The circular driveway is gated and fully landscaped
cated on the lower level, along with a spacious family
for privacy. Professionally decorated in an elegant
room featuring a beautiful custom bar, pool table, and
Southern traditional style, the entire home has been
television viewing area. Golf Club Estates is a gat-
recently updated with fine finishes, fixtures and win-
ed community just a short drive from the shopping,
dow treatments. Most living areas are located on the
dining, golf, hiking and other activities of Cashiers
main level, including the master suite with his and
and Sapphire. MLS# 85630. Offered at $1,250,000.
LAKE GLENVILLE $1,595,000
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HIS spectacular fully furnished lakefront home overlooks Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond. Completely updated and turnkey, it features five bedrooms and four and a half baths, including a guest suite with fireplace and morning kitchen. The great room has gorgeous views from every angle, as does the French Country style gourmet kitchen with six-burner gas stove, coffered ceiling and elegant custom cabinetry. The covered living porch with stone fireplace and spacious deck with fire pit offer serene settings to relax and enjoy the lovely surroundings and cool summer temperatures of the mountains. Additional features include a master on main, lower level family room, fun sleeping quarters for the kids, private dock, and an upstairs bonus room that makes a great home office. Trillium Limited Membership deposit now included. MLS# 83463.
Wraparound covered decks offer plenty of space for outdoor living and entertaining while enjoying gorgeous views of the lake and mountains.
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Chefs will appreciate the modern gourmet kitchen with premium appliances and a breakfast bar with seating.
LAKE GLENVILLE $1,495,000
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ITTING on the shore of beautiful Lake Glenville, this immaculate custom home boasts a very comfortable three-story floor plan. The master suite sits on the main level and features a lovely four-season sun room overlooking the water. The nearby media room is a prime spot for watching the game, while custom built-ins at one end make a great office. Two inviting guest bedrooms are located upstairs. Downstairs is a fourth bedroom and a family room with wine cellar and doors leading to the patio and fenced backyard. Filled with mature hardwoods, the gently sloped lot provides easy access to the lake and large dock, as well as convenient driveway entry and parking. A pretty gazebo sits near the water, perfect for relaxing in the crisp, clean air and lush natural surroundings. A two-car garage and separate ATV garage afford room for all the toys. For peace of mind during inclement weather, the backup generator has an automatic transfer switch, which runs all major systems. MLS# 85089.
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Leawood $1,195,000
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arge “mountain contemporary� atop Bright Mountain. This 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath home features a dramatic view of Lake Glenville and many mountain ranges all the way to the Great Smokies. Home faces northwest, providing beautiful sunset views from this elevation at over 4,000 ft. Home also features a wall of windows 2 stories high in the great room facing the view. To either side of the great room are 2 large screened porches, one with a stone fireplace. Custom woodwork inside with hardwood floors and abundant cabinets and closets. One of the porches is off the kitchen and also has a large stone patio off the kitchen, perfect for meals and socials. Located in the gated community of Leawood with paved roads. Convenient to Cashiers and an easy drive to Highlands, this is a central location for dining and shopping. MLS# 85887.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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Glenshore $1,395,000
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ITTING in the private gated community of Glenshore, this stunning, fully furnished and outfitted lakefront home boasts approximately 268 feet of shoreline with a large dock for multiple watercraft. Tucked away deep in a quiet cove on beautiful Lake Glenville, the picturesque property is meticulously landscaped with extensive Tennessee fieldstone stonework and towering hardwoods; it is gently sloped, making the walk to the party dock and included 19-foot Chaparral speedboat an easy one. This outstanding home has numerous amenities, including designer indoor and outdoor furnishings and dĂŠcor, Pella windows and doors, a whole-house automatic generator with 1,000-gallon tank, state-of-the art entertainment and sound system, multiple custom cherry built-ins, four-zone irrigation, triple water filtration, a gated driveway with remote security, and grooved cedar shake siding from British Columbia, plus linens and kitchenware. MLS# 86000.
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RING your suitcase and toothbrush - this large rustic mountain lodge on Lake Glenville is ready for its new owners to start enjoying. No detail was spared in creating this sprawling masterpiece, that features amazing woodwork throughout - including a spiral log staircase. Perfect for a large family, or being able to sleep several guests. Plentiful outdoor deck space to take in the majestic mountain and lake view - complete with an outdoor fireplace. A short golf cart ride to the lake. MLS# 83508. Offered at $1,200,000.
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EPRESENTING lakefront living at its finest, this completely remodeled home on the east side of Lake Glenville offers spectacular views of the lake and mountains from almost all rooms. Fresh style and on-trend design elements result in a sophisticated yet wonderfully relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. An integrated smart home system controls lighting, temperature, music and security from anywhere in the world. The great room is the focal point for gathering, with a wood-burning stone fireplace, cathedral ceilings and rich hardwoods. The gorgeous chef’s kitchen features premium stainless steel appliances, an oversized island with seating, stone countertops and a beautiful glass tile backsplash. A short, nearly level walk leads down to the lake from the lower level of the house. The dock is in excellent condition and sits in an area of deep water. MLS# 85481. Offered at $1,100,000.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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Summer Hill $2,495,000
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IRST time on the market, for this custom-built home with 180 degree panoramic views of Lake Glenville and the mountain ranges beyond. Spacious master suite on main, with screened sleeping porch. The home features four fireplaces-two inside and two out, plentiful covered screened deck space and a large open deck below to take in the incredible views in every direction. Upstairs, you’ll enjoy views from almost every room-even from the chef’s kitchen with a small office. Downstairs you’ll enjoy the three guest suites, large second living area, an office with custom built-ins, and a state-of-the-art home theatre-all except the theater room offering incredible lake and mountain vistas. The home is located in the gated community of Summer Hill-one of the most prestigious communities on Lake Glenville, and offers you the privilege of docking your boat at the community dock. For the discriminating lake buyer who is looking for quality craftsmanship and phenomenal views, this one is it. MLS# 85939.
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Summersail $6,500,000
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HIS exquisite private estate is nestled on 20 magnificent acres of giant poplars and beautifully manicured meadows, with over 1,700 feet of shoreline on beautiful Lake Glenville. Reminiscent of a graceful Southern plantation, the residence at the heart of the property is truly a timeless classic. A Victorian home constructed in the Queen Anne style of the late 1800s, it has all the hallmarks of a true legacy property. Don’t let appearances fool you — tucked just within the spindles, gables, ornamental details and graceful porches of this home lie all the modern luxury conveniences that you and your family crave. It comes complete with a lovely outdoor terrace and picture-perfect gazebo for entertaining, roomy guesthouse for visiting friends and family, boathouse, caretaker’s house and two barns. MLS# 85553.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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Glen Pointe $1,375,000
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REAMING of a mountain home with an exceptional lake view and plenty of room for family and friends? If so, this spacious Glen Pointe estate fits the bill. Sitting on almost two acres, with five bedrooms and five and a half baths, this elegant residence features a dramatic view looking down Lake Glenville with the mountains beyond. Enjoy the natural beauty from the large covered decks or relax by one of several fireplaces. Multiple living areas and a great floor plan make entertaining a pleasure. This home also includes private lake access with a dock and generous parking. MLS# 74152.
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ITTING at 3,700 feet in the private gated community of Cedar Hill, this exceptional custom home features expansive living space on three levels for hosting family and friends in comfort and style. Enjoy breathtaking long range, layered views across Sapphire all the way to Toxaway Mountain, with the lush fairways of The Country Club of Sapphire Valley below. An impressive great room makes the most of the incredible vistas with soaring ceilings, a wall of two-story windows, beautiful architectural timbers and a striking stone fireplace. Chefs of all skill levels will love cooking in the gorgeous kitchen with a large island, Subzero refrigerator, Wolf gas cooktop with pot filler and griddle, dual sinks and ovens, refrigerated drawers and an inviting keeping room with its own hearth. Step out onto the stone patio to watch the sunrise with a hot cup of coffee or relax with a cocktail in the evening. Multiple covered and open decks offer lots of options for enjoying the fresh
mountain air. Luxuriate in the grand master suite with its amazing bath, including fine custom cabinetry with two vanities and generous storage, a jetted tub, cozy fireplace and two walk-in closets, one with an island and laundry. Watch a movie or check email before bedtime in the adjacent sitting room with its built-in television and desk area. Two guest bedrooms round out the main level. Three more guest bedrooms sit on the upper level, along with a bonus room, morning kitchen and laundry. Downstairs, a fabulous entertainment room is the perfect spot to watch the big game and play billiards, cards or shuffleboard. Select a favorite vintage from the climatized wine room to enjoy at the bar, or slip outside to sit in the Jacuzzi by the fire or take a steam shower in the adjoining full bath. With high quality construction, detailed wood and stone work, and a lovely property, this notable estate must be seen to be fully appreciated. MLS# 85618. Offered at $3,750,000.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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EWLY remodeled and expanded, this outstanding home in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill offers wide open views of Laurel Knob and Cow Rock Mountains. Designed for those who love entertaining, this retreat has a gourmet kitchen with a large center island and adjoining custom wet bar, multiple dining areas, and a huge covered deck with a built-in grilling center, hot tub and lots of seating — the ultimate space for relaxed mountain living. Downstairs, everyone will love the theater, game room and family room with its own fireplace, plus a third bedroom, second kitchen, laundry and bonus room. The well-outfitted lower level is wheelchair accessible directly via a path outside, and the steps to the front door can easily hold a ramp. MLS# 83310.
CEDAR HILL $1,250,000
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PECTACULAR home with views across Sapphire Valley and Lonesome Valley with the majestic rock face. This meticulously maintained home features a grand living room with wood ceilings, stone fireplace, and a wall of glass inviting you to enjoy the views. You will find the main suite and additional bedroom suite on the main level. The family room with wet bar and fireplace serves as additional entertainment area or space for friend and family to gather. This is a must see home! MLS# 85782.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
$845,000
CEDAR HILL $1,095,000
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HIS spacious home offers cool temperatures and beautiful mountain views of Big Sheepcliff. The split floor plan is ideal for hosting family and friends alike. The master suite and two guest bedrooms sit on the main floor, with a fourth bedroom upstairs. A full in-law suite with a living area, kitchen, full bath and its own entry and covered deck is located on the terrace level. Preparing meals is a breeze in the well-lit gourmet kitchen with its large island, generous storage and premium appliances, including dual refrigerator/freezers, two wall ovens, two dishwashers, an oversized sink and a warming drawer. Cozy up to one of the fireplaces on chilly nights and enjoy the picturesque views year round from the four-season Carolina room. MLS# 84857.
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MAZING view of Lonesome Valley Canyon from this home located in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill, just minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire. From the moment you enter the home the views greet you and invite visitors to relax and enjoy. The living room opens to the covered deck. The main bedroom and one of the guest rooms are on the first level of the home. A family and two additional guest rooms as well as another outside deck can be found on the lower level. Great location and views!! MLS# 84371.
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CEDAR HILL $1,099,000
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uilt by R. T. Ward, this custom farmhouse enjoys fantastic views of the Lonesome Valley canyon with its dramatic rock faces. Gleaming wood floors, a stacked stone fireplace, beamed cathedral ceilings and a wall of glass in the great room with the mountain vistas beyond make a terrific first impression. The open floor plan flows into the kitchen, dining area and spacious deck, which is ideal for entertaining and enjoying the mountain lifestyle of outdoor living. A master suite, den and office area can also be found on the main level. Upstairs are two guest bedrooms, one with a morning kitchen and deck access. Downstairs, a fabulous family room with a full bar and gaming area is the perfect spot for gathering friends to have a party, play cards or watch the big game. A large woodshop with an outside entrance is perfect for hobbyists, crafters and tinkerers alike. Offered fully furnished. MLS# 85980.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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ell-suited for entertaining family and friends, this exceptional four bedroom, five-anda-half bath luxury estate looks like it came from the pages of a design magazine. Lush professional landscaping, classic mountain curb appeal and a formal entry gate set the tone for the entire property. The home's gracious interior boasts designer decor, a stunning chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, exposed antique wood beam ceilings, and an open great room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, as well as a wine cellar, wet bar and much more. Your guests may never want to leave their spacious suite with its own hearth, sitting room and kitchenette. An expansive screened living porch with fireplace and a Brazilian hardwood deck showcase sweeping panoramic vistas of Sapphire Valley and the picturesque Blue Ridge Parkway. This beautiful home has been professionally decorated and is being sold fully furnished. A must-see! MLS#85909.
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BIG RIDGE $1,495,000
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REATED by acclaimed architectural designer Tim Greene, this beautiful home offers breathtaking views of the Great Balsam Mountains with layers that seem to go on forever. The spacious layout is perfect for hosting friends and family, with the master suite on the main level and three guest suites upstairs.The winding entrance drive is very picturesque and leads to a paved motor court with generous parking. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, an eat-in area, ample countertops for serving, and premium appliances including a six-burner gas range, dual wall ovens and a warming drawer. Step out onto the screened living porch or open deck to enjoy casual dining or sunset cocktails while taking in the incredible views. This property sits at 3,800 feet of elevation on over four acres, with additional acreage available for even more privacy. Two wells, water storage tanks and a full generator offer peace of mind during inclement weather. Secure space on the lower level keeps ATVs and sporting gear clean and dry when not in use. MLS# 83978.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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ituated high atop Big Ridge, this modern farmhouse at app. 4,000' of elevation offers stunning panoramic long range mountain views. Overlooking the 22 acres which includes a pond and expansive lawn areas not typically in the area, this estate property must be seen to fully appreciate. The main level includes the generous living and dining rooms both with stone fireplaces and attractive wood floors. The expansive main bedroom suite with sitting area opens to the porch and magnificent views. MLS# 85901.
HIGHLANDS GAP $1,595,000
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OCATED on over six acres in the picturesque Highlands Gap community of Scaly Mountain, this unique custom home offers gorgeous long range mountain views. No expense was spared in the construction or upkeep of this spacious retreat. Features include master bedroom suites on each level, three stacked stone fireplaces and a beautiful chef’s kitchen, along with a large media room, home office and laundry/mud room. The open decking and screened porch with hot tub offer the best in outdoor living. Take time to enjoy the good life! MLS# 83884.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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TUCK ASEGEE RIVER $799,000
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IRST time on the market, this is your chance to begin your new mountain lifestyle this season. Situated next to the USFS, with end of road privacy this home exudes peace, quiet and privacy. You are welcomed home by the sounds of the rushing water of Middle Creek falls accompanied by birdsong and a lovely front porch which begs you to come in and make yourself at home. High ceilings, wood floors, and the open great room draws you in to great room and dining area, and a kitchen designed for entertaining. Open and airy, you can enjoy the natural surroundings from every room. On the main level a gracious master suite, large laundry, powder room, and guest suite with private balcony. The lower level leads to the third bedroom, full bath, and bonus room; both with a private patio leading to the lush lawn and garden. With 6 acres, mountain views, private trails and bridges to your own waterfalls and picnic areas, your retreat is complete. Additional acreage available. MLS# 81868.
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ESTLED in a pristine forest with Hatcher Falls close by, you will be mesmerized at the first glimpse of this hidden 5 plus acre treasure with the west fork of the Tuckasegee River as backdrop! The ambient noise of the river adds to this grand timber peg post and beam home with Tennessee field stone exterior and cedar shake roof containing 3 bedrooms, 3 car garage. The beautiful living area features cathedral pickled white knotty pine ceilings and walls, an oversized floor to ceiling stone fireplace. MLS# 85758.
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HIGHLANDS GAP
Enjoy beautiful, long range mountain views from this 22+/- acre estate. Positioned at an elevation of 3,780 feet.
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HIGHLANDS $1,750,000
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HIS estate enjoys mountain living at its best by taking advantage of 180 degree views and outdoor living spaces. The main home with over 5,000 sq. ft. offers four cozy living spaces for friends and extended family to enjoy. To the front, the huge open deck is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee as the sun rises over Queen Mountain, Satulah Mountains and the Small Fodderstack Mountains beyond. On the terrace level, you will find a large patio with stone fireplace and built in grill, a putting green, horseshoe pit and shuffle board court. The kitchen is completely remodeled and centrally located. The newly added sunroom with wall to wall windows boasts a satellite kitchen with 2 dishwasher drawers and its own grilling porch. Three bedrooms, three bath, living room, sunroom, playroom, den and two office spaces complete this beautiful home.. The first guest house has 1 bedroom/1.5 bathroom, with adorable living room/kitchen, bonus room and rocking chair front porch. The second guest house has gorgeous Blue Valley views looking over the Nantahala National Forest from the back of the house and the front enjoys views of Brushy Face Mountain and Little Yellow Mountain. Only 4 miles to downtown Highlands. MLS# 85694.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 With approximately 665 feet of Mill Creek frontage, this very special property offers many surprises for nature lovers, including wonderful camping and picnic spots by the water's edge, a wide variety of native plants, and lush woods filled with wildlife. LEFT A pretty tree-lined driveway leads the way to a breathtaking pastoral setting right out of a fairy tale, with lovely mountain vistas all around.
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ANE’S End Farm is a magical 20-acre oasis with sprawling pastures, meandering wide creeks and countless trails to explore. A pretty tree-lined driveway leads the way to a breathtaking pastoral setting, with mountain views all around. Complete with a rocking chair front porch and a great view of Ward Mountain, the charming main house is surrounded by flowering gardens with arbors. The cozy guest cottage has its own front porch and a nice living area with a wood stove, full kitchen, two bedrooms and a guest bath. In the lower field, a covered pavilion sits next to a bold creek - the perfect place to relax and enjoy a good book or a glass of wine. MLS# 84469.
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CASHIERS $2,198,000
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HIS fabulous Frank Lloyd Wright style home sits on over five acres just seven minutes from Cashiers. The 180-degree view wraps around the house with the highlight being Whiteside Mountain. Whiteside Mountain is just part of the splendor of what is considered the best view in Jackson and Macon counties. The sunsets are beautiful and so are the lush gardens. A large natural pond is home to Carp and Koi. A second stone walled pond compliments the flower gardens. A waterfall trails through the woods, rock gardens and 10,000 daffodils in spring all make for a spectacular estate. Four bedrooms, two and a half baths with room for a third bath and multiple decks complete this one of a kind property. MLS# 85455.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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past Southern Accents Showhouse, this traditional home features an elegant combination of transitional and classic Southern style. Perched high above the Old Edwards Club, this stately home offers exceptional long range layered mountain views along with a birdseye view of the golf course. The formal living room with a grand stone fireplace and soaring ceilings adjoins the dining room, the wet bar, a less
formal sitting area and gourmet kitchen are all situated on the main level. One of the three master suites is located on the main level with the additional ones located on the lower level along with a family room. A workout room is located over the garage. This traditionally styled home is exquisitely decorated with the finest furnishings. This estate is being offered turnkey for the discerning buyer. MLS# 82198. Offered at $2,500,000.
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ABOVE An impressive stacked stone fireplace in the living room creates a warm atmosphere for gatherings, while cathedral ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors add a feeling of spaciousness. LEFT Sitting on just over an acre at an elevation of 3,600 feet, this majestic stone and timber property has breathtaking unobstructed views of Bald Rock Mountain and the lush valley below.
STONECREEK ESTATES $1,249,000
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HIS stunning home is in the scenic gated community of Stonecreek Estates, centrally located near the Cashiers/Sapphire line with restaurants, shopping, golf, hiking and more just minutes away. An abundance of windows and doors grace all of the living spaces, offering dramatic vistas year round and an in-pouring of natural light. Every room on the main and lower levels has direct access to 2,200 square feet of decking, providing a gentle transition between the outside world and the casually elegant spaces within. The gracious open floor plan provides a grand setting for entertaining family and friends. The main-level master suite includes an office, spa-like bath and oversized walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms and baths are located on the upper and lower floors, offering privacy for guests. The kitchen is outfitted with premium appliances, beautiful granite countertops and a breakfast bar, which adds convenience and a congenial feel. If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then surely the 500-square-foot raised stone patio with built-in gas fire pit is the soul. With gorgeous views and custom lighting, railings and stonework, it is a sublime spot for endless hours of relaxation, stargazing and creating new memories with loved ones. A built-in indoor/outdoor music system enhances every occasion. Furnishings are included. MLS# 85490.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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OCATED on over nine acres for absolute privacy, this beautiful mountain estate offers gorgeous long range, layered mountain views of Bald Rock and beyond from high atop Sassafras Ridge. Enjoy the panoramic vistas from almost every room in the house, including the striking great room with a massive stone fireplace and the fabulous covered porch with its own stone fireplace for cool evenings. Fine finishes, rich wood floors and walls, beamed cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light and professionally decorated interiors impart a feeling of casual elegance. With five bedrooms, six and a half baths and a large lower level family room with morning kitchen, the spacious floor plan makes hosting the entire family a pleasure. MLS# 80772.
SPRING FOREST $2,199,000
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MONGST the clouds at 4,000 feet of elevation in the gated community of Spring Forest, this gorgeous custom estate offers spectacular panoramic views of Chimneytop and Rock Mountains and sparkling Fairfield Lake. The home’s elegant yet relaxed ambiance is highlighted by rich finishes, fine woodwork and distinctive stone masonry. Designed for entertaining, the floor plan includes an impressive living room with a massive stone fireplace and lots of glass to enjoy the vistas beyond. Featuring another grand fireplace, the formal dining room fits twelve comfortably. Let the party spill out onto the spacious deck, with its multiple seating areas for dining, cocktails and conversation. The master suite, study and one guest suite sit on the main level. Upstairs is an additional guest suite, with the family room, more bedrooms and a second covered deck on the lower level. The spacious property is professionally landscaped and full of color.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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HIS gorgeous rustic mountain lodge is a sublime spot for whiling away the seasons amidst cool temperatures and making lifelong memories with family and friends. In harmony with the natural surroundings, the great room features a massive stone fireplace, wood walls and beams, cathedral ceilings and an abundance of windows for natural light. The family chef will love the gourmet kitchen with its large center island, six-burner gas cooktop, double ovens and warming drawer. An open deck for grilling is just outside. The main-level master suite has its own fireplace and an inviting bath with a jetted tub and separate walk-in shower. Upstairs are two bedrooms, three baths and a family room for watching the big game. A private fourth bedroom and bath on the lower level boasts exterior access. Extras include a full generator, stone fire pit, and bonus room over the garage. The property is beautifully landscaped and adjoins national forestlands. Furnishings are negotiable. MLS# 85868.
BA LD RO C K $ 550,000 A unique property offering an array of options for the equestrian enthusiast! Located in the picturesque gated community of Bald Rock, this fantastic newer mountain getaway sits on two lots totaling more than 12 acres. Ready to use at a moment’s notice, the thoughtfully designed layout makes riding and caring for one’s horses very convenient and comfortable. Three stalls, a tack room and caretaker’s accommodations sit on the main level, while the stylish second floor features three bedrooms, an open great room with kitchen and dining areas, and a covered porch. The property borders Panthertown National Forest for additional privacy. Furnishings are negotiable. MLS# 85869.
BA LD RO C K $ 379,000 Clean as a whistle, this premier Bald Rock custom cabin was meticulously built in 2009. Handsome and strong hickory hardwood floors adorn the main living area, while a beautiful floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace highlights the great room. The master bedroom, guest room and laundry are all on the main level with a bonus space and full bath upstairs in the enclosed loft. A small stream runs near the back deck and the lot adjoins 28+ acres of Bald Rock POA property for extra privacy. MLS# 84204.
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CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
HIGHLANDS $2,495,000
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HIS is a magnificent mountain contemporary with the most spectacular view of the cliffs of Whiteside Mountain and many other rock faces. It is a breathtaking view as the nearness of the Whiteside Mountain fades to many mountain ranges in layered relief. Home has huge main floor with plenty of room for family and entertaining. The open floor plan includes the kitchen, a breakfast area, another sitting area surrounded by a glass atrium, a large living room, and a smaller den/living area. In addition, there is a large den with fireplace on the main floor. Master is also on main with 3 complete bedrooms and baths downstairs. Large decks on the view side on both floors. There are four stone fireplaces, den, sitting room, living room and master bedroom. All rooms on both levels have big views. The 3+ acre lot offers absolute privacy. Facing East, you will enjoy the beautiful sunrises but be shaded come cocktail time. This Bowery Road address is very close to Main Street in Highlands. The home sits at an elevation just below 4,000 feet and the land falls away towards the valley floor, more than 1,000 feet below. On some days, you are above the clouds! MLS# 84373.
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D This recently renovated four bedroom, three bath home sits at the very top of the gated Cowee Ridge community, with stunning 180-degree, long range mountain views. Enjoy the cool temperatures at an elevation of over 4,000 feet. Cowee Ridge is midway between Highlands and Cashiers. A major remodel in 2006 included an all new kitchen, new HVAC, new roof, raised ceilings and new bathrooms on the main level, and hardwoods. MLS# 82971.
This picturesque four-acre estate property offers a separate caretaker’s cottage, three-car garage and heated indoor pool house. The three bedroom, three bath main residence is approximately 5,400 square feet and features cathedral ceilings, two massive stacked stone fireplaces and double living rooms, as well as a sunroom, game room and huge wraparound deck. The master suite takes up the entire top floor. Generous indoor and outdoor space. MLS# 82865.
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Tucked away on 16 gently rolling acres, this beautiful, farmhouse offers plenty of privacy and is convenient to Cashiers. Architectural details like rich wood floors, painted wood walls, a stone fireplace in the living room and lots of glass for natural light, exude the relaxed mountain lifestyle. The rear deck overlooks the lushly wooded property and a tranquil pond with the sound of rushing water in the distance. A cozy study and generous master suite with sauna and jetted tub sit on the main level, with three more bedrooms upstairs. Waterfall on the property. MLS# 82361.
Amazing setting overlooking Lonesome Valley with views of Laurel Knob rock face and Cow Rock. This from 4,000’ elevation in wonderful High Hemlock. Well maintained log home provides comfort and relaxation, with wood floors, wood-burning fireplace and master suite on main. This home is just a short drive from the endless trails of Panthertown Valley. MLS# 82295.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
THE OAKS $699,000
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COWEE RIDGE $699,000
SAPPHIRE VALLEY $625,000
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TRILLIUM $599,900
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L AKE TOX AWAY $649,000
THE VIEWS AT HIGHL ANDS COVE $599,000
D Beautiful southern vistas and the soothing sounds of rushing water are the perfect antidote for the stress of city life. Escape to this enchanting newer mountain home with lovely long range views and a cascading stream running the full length of the property — a very rare find! Spacious great room on the main level and family room on lower level both with fireplaces. Additional features include two spacious covered decks and three fireplaces, wood floors throughout, as well as a carport and garage. Furnishings are negotiable. MLS# 84954. One of the best panoramic long-range lake and mountain view properties in the NC mountains. This home sits at a cool 4000’+ elevation and offers a breath-taking view of multiple mountain ranges and looks out over 4 lakes in 3 different states (Toxaway - NC, Jocassee & Keowee - SC and Hartwell in GA). Master on main with additional bedrooms and baths up and down. MLS# 79994.
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This lakefront tri-level Trillium home boasts fantastic unobstructed views of Lake Glenville and is well suited for hosting two families at a time. It is an easy stroll to The Landings restaurant and a short drive to golf, tennis and the main clubhouse. Rich wide plank wood floors lead to to a large stone wood-burning fireplace in the living room, while hewn wood beams add character and dimension to the family room. Bask in the cool breezes on the covered and open decks, or walk down to the shared deep water dock for a boat ride. Also included is a front row seat to Lake Glenville’s stunning Fourth of July fireworks show! Close to downtown Cashiers and Highlands, this home is priced to sell quickly. MLS# 85519. One of the best views anywhere! Enjoy maintenance-free living at The Old Edwards Club in Highlands Cove. This beautiful three bedroom, three bath upper unit features a vaulted ceiling with beams and a stone fireplace in the living area. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a wet bar. Enjoy the majestic scenery in the large screened-in porch with its own fireplace. With only three stairs to the entrance, this is an amazingly rare unit is the best upper unit available and a must see!! MLS# 85493.
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This lovely home sits high atop Bright Mountain with excellent southerly views of the Trillium and mountains beyond.. The owners have turned the property into an outside living paradise with a fire pit located by a huge rock outcropping and other seating areas. Two unique cottages, currently used as a potting room/bar and an office, offer many possible uses. You’re at the top of the mountain with views all around. MLS# 85959.
Largest waterfall on lake is nearby and you can hear the falls from every room and see it from lake front. Home has two huge covered decks on the lake side and a covered porch on the front. Paved circular driveway and paved access with plenty of parking. There’s a paved golf cart or 4 wheel path to the lake to make it easy to haul your equipment and people to the large dock. Home faces due south and is on the south end of Lake Glenville, so close to Cashiers and Highlands. MLS# 82924.
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Offering the best of waterfront living at an excellent price point, this spacious mountain home sits on two lots on serene Hogback Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. ous mountain home sits on two lots on serene Hogback Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. The rich wood interior and stone fireplace in the living room add to the welcoming country feel. The four-bedroom floor plan offers plenty of room for family and friends. MLS# 85838.
Hidden away at the end of a cul-de-sac in a very private setting, this beautiful, well-maintained log home comes complete with five bedrooms, each with its own full bath. An elevation of over 3,300 feet offers stunning panoramic views of Nix, Chimney Top, Rocky, Yellow, Black Rock, Little Sheepcliff, Glassy Rock, Cow Rock and Laurel Knob Mountains with pretty Meadow Lake below. It’s a wonderful atmosphere for the entire family to enjoy year round. The sister home next door is also available, perfect for a corporate retreat or family compound. MLS# 85950.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
L AKE GLENVILLE $859,000
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BRIGHT MOUNTAIN $649,000
WHISPER L AKE $899,000
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WHITEWATER RIDGE $749,000
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SHEEPCLIFF WOODS $749,000
GOLF CLUB ESTATES $699,000
D Quality and beauty are abundant in this newer-constructed, well-maintained lakefront home on beautiful and peaceful Whisper Lake. From the moment you open the front door, you'll be captured by the setting. Thanks to the floor to ceiling windows in the living area, you'll be captivated by an outstanding view of the lake. Great kitchen that opens to dining and living areas, and a master suite that features both a fireplace and a covered sleeping porch. You'll be fighting over who gets to sleep on the porch, to listen to the night time sounds of nature and the water falling over the nearby dam. MLS# 85880.
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D Beautiful farm style home featuring quality construction with the great room boasting a large stone fireplace open to the back deck and screened porch offering views of Chimneytop and Cow Rock Mountains. Main bedroom and guest room on first level with additional guest rooms with en-suite baths on the upper level. Â On the lower level, discover the great room with a large stone fireplace, a full kitchen, three bonus rooms, covered deck leading to a huge level yard with fire pit. MLS# 82757.
This timber frame designed home has huge long and short range views of the area mountains! The main floor offers an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings complete with tongue and groove wooden ceilings over wooden floors and architectural, rounded exposed wooden beams. Enjoy the views outside from the screened-in porch or sit on the deck and enjoy the views. Grab your bags and head to the mountains, this home within this gated community has it all! MLS# 83905.
Natural light fills the living spaces of this incredible home, which overlooks both Bald Rock and the number seventeen fairway of Country Club at Sapphire Valley. The master bedroom and two guest bedrooms are both on the main level, with a spacious family room and guest room on the lower level. The golf course is just a short golf cart ride away. This great location and rare view make it an ideal opportunity for golf lovers. Membership at the Country Club at Sapphire Valley is by invitation only. MLS# 85504.
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CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES $525,000
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HOLLY FOREST $495,000
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A This beautifully appointed townhome is bursting at the seams with fine D designer finishes. Completely furnished and decorated, this little piece of heaven is ready for its new owners to enjoy. Wood floors, custom window treatments and a striking floor-to-ceiling, wood-burning stone fireplace complete the warm, welcoming feel. Preparing casual meals for family and friends is a treat in the open kitchen, which features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. MLS# 84220.
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Behind the gates of Arrowhead sits an elegant, quaint community of well designed, upscale timber framed homes and townhomes. This luxurious, fully furnished end-unit townhome is surrounded by lush greenery and feels very cozy and inviting. High ceilings, warm wooden floors, soft colors and fine finishes set the tone for the gracious interior, which is highlighted by a beautiful floor-to-ceiling, wood burning stone fireplace. Designed for casual entertaining. MLS# 84219. Located at the end of the cul-de-sac for privacy, this home offers mountain views from most rooms. The two story great room with wood beams and stone fireplace opens to the dining area, and large kitchen. The expansive open deck is perfect for small gatherings and entertaining. Natural light floods the light and open living space. Spacious bedrooms with en-suite baths can be found on the main level and the upper level. Conveniently located just minutes to both Cashiers and Sapphire. MLS# 85899.
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Well-maintained high elevation home with exceptional long-range mountain views. The main level has a large dining area open to a spacious kitchen with Corian countertops, gas range, wine cooler, large island and 3 sinks. The master is on the main and includes a private bathroom with jetted tub, dual sinks and large walk-in closet. The upstairs consists of 2 large guest rooms with baths. Lower level consists of a large open room with kitchenette, wood burning stove, office and bathroom. MLS# 85981. Located in the heart of beautiful Sapphire Valley, this spacious mountain home boasts stream frontage and excellent curb appeal with almost an acre of property for privacy. Everyone will enjoy a relaxing stroll down to the stream in the fresh, crisp air, and kids of all ages will love the cute tree house in the backyard! MLS# 84698. Overlooking Lonesome Valley and the mountains beyond, this home situated on over 4 acres affords you privacy and convenience to both Sapphire and Cashiers. Wonderful mountain feel with an open floor plan which is inviting and makes for the perfect year-round or summer home. Large unfinished basement for additional space. The home is fully furnished with some minor exceptions. MLS # 75868.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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WOUDES MOUNTAIN $464,000
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DOWNTOWN CASHIERS $475,000
F Lake Glenville home on a large lot with a private dock, great views and approximately 100+ feet of shoreline. This charming 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape Cod is surrounded by lush rhododendron, laurel, hardwoods and is tucked away in a scenic cove. The home features cathedral ceilings, double decks, a bonus room, lower level, loft, and an enchanted trail to the lake. The property has been well loved and is move in ready. Easy year round access. MLS# 79943. Spread your family out in this spacious, newer-constructed log home on a double lot. Master is on main, with sleeping rooms both upstairs and down. The house sleeps a lot, which makes it a coveted property if you’re looking for rental income. Downstairs has a separate large game/living area. House has exposed beams, arched windows and great natural light. More than 1000 feet of deck space. Path to fire pit off deck. MLS# 83641.
This private three bedroom, two full baths and two half baths log home has long and short range unbelievably breathtaking mountain views! Pulling onto the gravel driveway lined with native flora, a peacefulness comes over you with the sounds of birds chirping and native animals enjoying their spots on this quiet mountain top. This home is indeed the epitome of peace and tranquility in the mountains! MLS# 85963.
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Contemporary home is just a short golf cart ride to The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only). Nestled on 1.8 acres for privacy with great open decks and views of the beautifully landscaped yard from many of the rooms. The great room with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplace opens to the sunroom and screened porch. Kitchen with granite counters opens to formal dining room which seats 8 comfortably. SVMA membership optional. MLS# 84518. Million dollar view and peaceful private setting from this small mountain cabin perched at 3,900’+ elevation. Two bedrooms on opposite sides of the house, separated by living area, dining and kitchen. The property has a small waterfall off the large partially covered deck, fed by two springs above the property - a great spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or evening cocktail, while enjoying an amazingly beautiful view while listening to the sound of water. Less than 5 miles to the center of Cashiers in a private setting. Very close to put in to Panthertown Valley. MLS# 85722. Fantastic, peaceful, year round mountain view home and cottage. Situated at 3,700 feet is a beautifully maintained, upgraded 3 bedroom home, 2 car garage that is nestled in the woods. Kitchen has been remodeled with walkin pantry, the living area has been opened up for a grand and welcoming feel. Main bedroom and guest rooms are on the main level. Outdoor living area includes a large deck for entertaining with great views of Big Sheepcliff mountain. MLS# 85035.
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BURLINGAME $235,000
F This beautiful three bedroom golf course front home is the perfect get away! Newly remodeled and completely turn-key. The great room has cathedral ceilings and plenty of windows allowing natural light inside. With 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. MLS# 84916.
Beautiful year round views of Toxaway Mountain separate this property from others in the area in this price range. Cathedral ceilings and huge windows in the great room emphasize the gorgeous vistas and let natural light pour in. TOwners have access to the numerous amenities of the Sapphire Valley Resort including two golf courses, tennis, fitness, hiking trails, horseback riding, snow skiing and tubing, and children’s activities, as well as canoeing, fishing and swimming at Fairfield Lake. MLS# 85861. Perched at over 4,000 feet, this newer three bedroom, three and a half bath home offers cool summer breezes and gorgeous long range mountain views. Features include an open great room with a stone wood-burning fireplace, rich wood floors and ceilings, open and covered decks, a full generator, and an unfinished lower level of approximately 2,500 square feet. The spacious five-acre property is filled with mature trees and has a classic red barn. MLS# 83036.
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Bordering community green space for added privacy, this property offers a very serene and picturesque setting with stream frontage. Listen to the bubbling stream from the wraparound porch or take a leisurely stroll through the woods down to the water’s edge. Cathedral ceilings and a huge wall of windows keep this newer home bright and cheery while bringing the scenic outdoors in. The inviting open living area has a neutral color palette and wood floors throughout. Ownership includes Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. MLS# 83771. This traditional home has been recently updated. The living room with an elegant stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings opens to the dining room and a spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets, newer stainless steel appliances and a center island. The master suite with sitting area is on the main level, with a family room and two additional bedrooms and baths downstairs. MLS# 82915. Elegantly updated one level living overlooking the green and golf course. If you are looking for a turnkey home in which to enjoy the mountains in this summer, look no further. Gorgeous kitchen overlooking living with coffered ceiling and family room, as well as the screen porch. Many architectural details have been added by the decorator, distinguishing this home from others. Convenient access to 64 and Burlingame Country Club. MLS# 86038.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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WHISPER L AKE $394,500
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BURLINGAME $349,900
SHERWOOD FOREST $559,000
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LIT TLE SWITZERL AND $349,000
F Built in 2004 with wood construction and cedar log siding, this home is in impeccable turn-key condition with negotiable furnishings. If you want peace and quiet, enjoy watching hawks and eagles soar overhead, or hear the hooting of owls at night, then the one-mile drive through a pristine forest will take you to such a place. Embrace the feeling of seclusion with long mountain views while only 10 minutes from Glenville, 15 minutes from Cashiers, and 20 minutes from Sylva. MLS# 85579. It is rare that a home on the golf course in Golf Club Estates comes up for sale, especially an affordable one, but here it is! With gorgeous views of the 3rd and 4th holes at The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, this well-kept mountain retreat is move-in ready. Accessible year round, the lush, gently sloping property has a huge garden. The one-story floor plan features a light and bright great room with vaulted ceilings and a terrific kitchen with a large center island designed for entertaining, and the expansive covered deck is a showstopper, with a striking stone fireplace, and poplar bark accents. MLS# 84253. Wonderful mountain view family home in well-established club and tennis community. Located in the lovely Cedar Creek Woods neighborhood. Roomy 4 bedroom/5 bath home with nicely landscaped grounds. Master bedroom plus guest bedroom on main floor. Additional guest rooms upstairs. Loft area upstairs, workshop/artist studio on main floor. Wonderful year round or summer retreat. MLS# 79265.
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Lakefront home at Cedar Creek Woods within walking distance to Cedar Creek Racquet Club (Membership by Invitation) and all of its amenities. The views of the lake welcome you to the home and can be enjoyed from most rooms. The wrap around deck with steel cable railing is perfect to enjoy the mountain lifestyle from coffee to cocktails. The guest house features a bedroom, kitchenette eating area. Home offers a great value and just minutes to town. MLS# 85558. Your end of the road mountain escape awaits complete with 5 bedrooms, each with their own full bath and two half baths. Sitting among the mountain tops at an elevation of approximately 3,366 ft, the panoramic views of Nix, Chimney Top, Rocky, Yellow, Black Rock, Little Sheepcliff, Glassy Rock, Cowrock, Laurel Knob and Meadow Lake below provide a wonderful atmosphere for all to enjoy year round! MLS# 85961. Cozy and well maintained, this adorable cottage has pretty views of Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond from two covered decks. The master is on the main level, with two additional bedrooms and a bonus room downstairs. Updates include new kitchen appliances, a new driveway and fence, a new septic tank and a new well with a whole house water filtration system. The property is very close to the center of Cashiers, and just a short distance from Trillium Links and Lake Club. MLS# 85402.
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F Very cute two-story three bedroom and three full bath cabin offers excellent mountain views and large wraparound covered and open decks. The living area features a cozy wood-burning stone fireplace and new wood floor. MLS# 84643.
Prepare to fall in love with this picture-perfect mountain hideaway! This charming cottage is stylish, crisp and clean with a wonderful cozy ambience. Upgrades include granite counters, hardwood floors, fresh paint, newer appliances and tile baths. You’ll love to linger on the roomy covered front porch and relax to the sounds of the babbling brook. Includes use of the community pavilion. Great low maintenance weekend getaway or an affordable Cashiers cottage. MLS# 83205.
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F Beautiful and private 2.65 acres with majestic long range mountain views. Studio style living area with full kitchen, dining area, living room, bedroom and half bath sit above the garage. Private well recently installed and there is enough acreage to add another home on the property. Many upgrades made to property and a wonderful place to escape to the mountains! MLS# 83803.
Charming little cabin in the woods with a fantastic year round view and the soothing sounds of Trout Creek in the background. Situated on two private acres this two bedroom, one and one-half bath has been well loved and is in great shape. Nice covered deck, perfect for outdoor dinners or a lazy day afternoon drink. Gated community. 10 minutes to hiking trails with waterfalls and river access, boat access and the only public beach for all of Lake Glenville. 20 minutes to Cashiers, 30 minutes to Sylva. Well priced for a quick sale. MLS# 85756. Stone Soup Cottage is a nature lovers dream escape! This quaint two bedroom, one bath cottage with a creek bordering is perfect for weekend getaways in the mountains. Ready to move in and not much to clean make this cottage in the mountains the best deal around! MLS# 85965. Mountain living made easy in this very desirable community in Sapphire Valley. Mountain Club offers many amenities for the whole family at the Mountain Club and SVMA which include: indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness room, game room, pool table, ping pong, miniature golf, horseshoe pits, various arts & crafts classes, snow skiing and tubing, Lake Fairfield boat dock, tennis and racquet club, 18 hole golf course, 9 hole executive golf course, driving range, and much more. Â Now offering 1/12th. There is an additional 1/6th interest available for $89,000.
CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999
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WOLF KNOB ACRES $175,000
GOLF CLUB ESTATES $269,000
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BIG RIDGE $249,000
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This classic cottage makes a delightful mountain getaway! The screened porch with vaulted ceilings and stone flooring is perfect for enjoying the sublime weather. The interior includes wood finished walls, vaulted ceilings and a cozy stone fireplace. The master bedroom is located on the main level, with a second bedroom upstairs for additional privacy. Nearly level lot allow for easy access year round, and The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation) is a short walk or golf cart ride away. MLS# 81279.
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Very affordably priced, this charming three bedroom, two and a half bath English Tudor style cottage offers beautiful mountain views and cool temperatures. Remodeled from the studs up in 2007, it is move-in ready and perfect for entertaining family and friends. Easily accessible year round with no steep roads to climb, it is just five minutes to Lake Glenville boat access and 20 minutes to Cashiers. MLS# 84293.
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Great get-away rustic cabin nestled in the woods with easy access to both Cashiers and Highlands. Small pond is totally owned by you. Adjacent flat picnic/garden area. Large patio area makes the cabin live large. Very private yet in a neighborhood with paved roads. Surrounded by National Forests and very near Whiteside Mountain and the Chattooga River. The sliding rock is just a few minutes up the road. You can walk down the neighborhood road and right into the Chattooga Wilderness with miles upon miles of beautiful hiking. MLS# 85358.
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Very close to the restaurants and shopping of downtown Cashiers, this wellkept log home is the quintessential cabin that everyone wants. Sitting at an elevation of over 3,500 feet, the wooded property offers cool temperatures, requires little maintenance and has plenty of parking. A pretty covered porch runs across the entire front of the home. The floor plan features two bedrooms on the main level and a large loft upstairs that could be used as a third bedroom or office. MLS# 85904. Fully furnished and move-in ready, it features an open great room and master suite with soaker tub on the main level, with two more bedrooms and a family room downstairs. The cozy covered porch with its own fireplace is a great spot for relaxing with a drink. This affordable mountain getaway is convenient to the many Trillium amenities, including the golf course, lakefront marina on Lake Glenville, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, plus a croquet lawn, pool, fitness center and more. MLS# 85419. Two story mountain home with a small stream and waterfall on close to 4 acres. Surrounded by lush, natural mountain flora sitting at 3,680 feet in elevation and just minutes to Cashiers. Two bedrooms, two baths with additional lower level bonus rooms and lots of additional space. The rustic wood burning stone fireplace is perfect for cold winter nights. Lower level has its own entry through the carport entering into the family room and adjoining bonus rooms, bathroom and laundry room. MLS# 85253.
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D Let your imagination run wild in this spacious-almost 12,000 sf building. No restrictions on the property. Currently being leased by Wyndham/Diamond Resorts. Would make for a great office building, restaurant, retail space or even employee housing. CWS sewer and water in place, and has capacity to expand current # bathrooms in building. Property is almost two acres and has a total of 70 parking spaces-38 in top parking lot, and 32 on lower lot behind building. Contact list agent for more details. This is one of the largest multi-purpose buildings in the Cashiers/Sapphire area. Building is partially leased to help with cash flow. MLS# 85231. This is a prime commercial location in Cashiers near Ingles grocery store. Less than a mile from the Cashiers Crossroads with approximately 87 feet of Highway 64 frontage. This 4,000 +/- square foot building is all on one level with two heated single car garage bays as well as tons of floored attic space. Beautifully remodeled in 2009 and is move-in ready. One of the largest retails spaces available in the Cashiers area! MLS# 84872.
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Charming building, well located in shopping district near Crossroads. There are many business opportunities and also has living quarters which include kitchen, dining room, bathroom on main floor, second floor has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Charming outdoor fenced in patio with stone fireplace off of dining room and kitchen. Parking in front and in back of building. MLS# 82365. Great commercial opportunity being offered in the heart of Sapphire Valley, connected to CWS sewage and water system. Nice welcoming entry foyer with reception area, conference room, kitchenette, two bathrooms and a large office on main level. Stone fireplace in entry. Upstairs is another 6 offices and bathroom. Room to expand behind building and almost 2 acre parking lot next door can be purchased for additional parking/expansion. MLS# 86019. $450,000. Great business location between intersection and Ingles. Fantastic exposure on most traveled section of Highway 64 in Cashiers and a great location for an office or retail store. MLS# 83247.
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Lush with native trees and rhododendrons, this private 5.5 acre lot is located in the prestigious gated community of Bald Rock. Great panoramic mountain views from this 3,800 ft. elevation lot! Easy driveway already roughed in to level home site. Nice rock outcropping with stream running down it that continues along the far right side of the property. Quick access to the 9 miles of maintained equestrian/hiking trails that also continue into 6,300 Panthertown Nature Preserve. This well maintained community features waterfalls, wooden bridges and streams throughout plus a staffed equestrian center and a pavilion with 2 fireplaces and full kitchen. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 85729. $49,900.
Lake Glenville access lot with community dock on Lake Glenville with picnic shelter. Big view of mountain and rock face. MLS# 83343. $65,000.
Big Ridge A wonderful piece of property for an estate, horse farm, or private home site. Elevations above 4,000 feet with big views. Many possible house locations. Property is currently all wooded. Springs on property. MLS# 85308. $549,500. Spectacular panoramic views from this 17 acre tract of land are perfect for subdividing or a new mountain estate home. Long range views are not all created equal and these are a must see to appreciate. A short drive from Cashiers to this private estate acreage in Big Ridge surrounded by other larger tracts of those that seek privacy with the convenience of town nearby. MLS# 85902. $257,500. Exceptional long range mountain views from the top of this 9.45 acres with small spring. Lots of hardwoods, mountain laurel, rhododendron and native flora. MLS# 83671. $64,900.
Big Sheepcliff Exceptional location at an elevation of approx. 4,200’. Long range views over the Lake Glenville Valley from this 12 acre lot with septic installed. MLS# 83308. $349,000. Lot is located in the upper section of the community with mountain views of the Glenville Valley. 4 bedroom septic evaluation. MLS# 83307. $149,000.
Bridge Creek Large level corner lot on bold trout stream. Norton Creek is the largest stream feeding into nearby Lake Glenville. This gated community features covered bridge entrance, underground utilities, walking trails, large community pond, chimney garden and more. MLS# 76927. $27,500. Wonderful large building lot at 4000 feet elevation. Huge views of Lake Glenville and the mountains all around. Enter community through a beautiful covered bridge spanning the trout waters of Norton Creek. MLS# 84584. $260,000. Large building lot, 3.5+ acres, with a wonderful, easy site to build a home on. This lot has huge views of Lake Glenville and the mountains all around and beyond. Situated at the end of the road at over 4000’ of elevation and just over 4 miles from the center of Cashiers. MLS# 84582. $260,000, Beautiful lot at the end of a gravel road for privacy in the peaceful subdivision of Bridge Creek! This 1.71 acres is within a short distance of town! MLS# 84655. $27,900. This lot has an easy building knoll with a natural walking trail leading to the stream and partially cleared area below on the lower portion of the property. Great price for an easy building lot! MLS# 85016. $24,900. Beautiful wooded lot and filled with nature and a mountain view provides the peace and quiet needed for a great mountain home site. This gated community features trails, a pond, chimney garden and quiet!! MLS# 84657. $17,900.
Cascades at Cedar Creek Extremely gentle and easy lot to build on in a beautiful community close to Lake Glenville. Lot has winter mountain views from the back side of the lot. This home site is a stone’s throw from the private community clubhouse, Cedar Creek stream, playground and covered pavilion. MLS# 84182. $39,000.
Cedar Hill Located in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill, this very level and easy to build on lot features exceptional views of Sapphire Valley. Enjoy views of Bald Rock, Lonesome Valley Canyon, and Hogback Mountain. Bring your builder to this exceptional lot at over 3800’ of elevation and build your mountain getaway home. Just minutes from the heart of Cashiers and Sapphire.The most fabulous long range, layered mountain views over Sapphire Valley including Bald Rock and the Country Club of Sapphire Valley. One of the highest elevation lots in Cedar Hill. MLS# 85975. $150,000. For those seeking easy year around access to both Cashiers and Sapphire and all of the shopping, restaurants, clubs, and other amenities, Cedar Hill is a perfect place to call home. Very reasonable POA fees, without any initiation or transfer fee. Underground utilities are available to all home sites. There is an expired septic evaluation for a 4 bedroom dwelling. This 2.92 acre lot has good mountain views and access to the Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities. MLS# 85841. $109,000.
Cedar Ridge Estates Listen to the sound of rushing water in your backyard with the convenience of being minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire and all of the wonderful amenities. Located on a cul-de-sac. MLS# 81921. $39,900.
Chattooga Club Beautiful, unique building site on Fowler Creek which flows into the Chattooga River. Close to dam. Gated, well established and prestigious neighborhood in the Chattooga Club. MLS# 86066. $550,000. Level and easy building lot located inside the prestigious, well established and gated community of the Chattooga Club. Homeowner amenities include Lake Chattooga, which is stocked yearly with trout; small boats available and fishing is allowed. Also included is a gorgeous picnic area with covered shelter and bbq, picnic tables with magnificent view of Whiteside Mountain and additional mountain ranges surround this special venue. Membership to club by invitation only. MLS# 85572. $375,000. One of the few lots remaining in the gated and well established Chattooga Club community. Beautiful and gentle 1.4 acre lot with beautiful hardwoods, lush native rhododendrons, mountain laurels and mountain views. Membership to Chattooga Club by invitation. MLS# 83298. $360,000.
Chestnut Ridge Fronting on Fenley Forest Trail and adjacent to Trillium, this 6+ acre parcel is the perfect spot with low HOA fees and close to Cashiers. Producing well on property. Nice building area. MLS# 85483. $49,500.
Cross Creek Preserve Unique 2.68 acre lot with a BOLD stream and 2 waterfalls with mountain views backing up to the common area. Nearly level building site, underground utilities, community water, expired 3 bedroom septic permit. MLS# 83525. Reduced to $199,900
Falcon Ridge Mountaintop acreage directly across from the street from Panthertown Preserve at 4,300 feet elevation. Perfect for an estate or subdivide with views of Whiteside, Chimneytop, Rock, and Sheepcliff mountains. MLS# 83535. $499,000. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 11.73 acre gently rolling lot. Located in desirable Falcon Ridge, this lot sits at a cool 4,000+ feet elevation & has amazing views into SC. MLS# 83900. $169,900. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 7.21 acre gently rolling lot. This lot sits at a cool 4,000+ feet elevation & has amazing views into South Carolina. Second adjoining lot can also be purchased separately for a total of 11.73 acres. Sapphire amenities available. MLS# 83896. $99,900. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 4.52 acre gently rolling lot at 4,000’+ elevation and has amazing layered views into South Carolina. The neighboring lot is also available ($134,900/MLS# 83896 or both lots for $224,900) and can be purchased together for a total of 11.73 acres for even more privacy. Sapphire Valley Resort amenities included. MLS# 83899. $79,900.
Fenley Forest Well priced lakefront lot on Lake Glenville. Shared well. Well is in the small building you pass on right going in. 4 bedroom septic evaluation in hand. New survey in hand. Located on a quiet little cove. MLS# 85310. $375,000.
Fivestone This lot is a investor’s dream, an entire subdivision ready for completion! This 53 acre gated development features signature views of Whiteside and Chimneytop mountains. The entrance alone is grand with it’s own waterfall! The first 4 of the 18 lots have been sold, leaving the remaining 14 contiguous lots totaling 41 acres as a package deal. The lots can be sold individually or held as a private estate. Septic evaluations have been completed on all lots. For current and up-to-date evaluations, contact list agent. MLS# 83545. $699,000.
Glen Laurel Wonderful large building site that can be subdivided. Big views of mountains and Lake Glenville. Access to shared dock on Lake Glenville. Very gentle building sites. Underground utilities available. Wildlife Service boat ramp is within 1/2 mile so you can put in and take out your lake toys easily. Fivestone provides the best that nature has to offer - all within close proximity to town, dining, and shopping. MLS# 78191. $99,000.
Large view lot with lake access. Paved road wraps around lot with gentle building area at bottom and big view from top. Lake and mountain views. Paved road and underground utilities. MLS# 85586. $35,000.
Glen Pointe Lake Glenville lakefront lot with huge views of the lake and mountains. View looks down the length of the lake and is convenient to both Cashiers and Highlands. Located in the small (14 lot) gated community of Glen Pointe. Community has paved roads and tennis court. MLS# 82481. Just listed at $375,000.
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Development opportunity with some infrastructure in place. Originally, this tract was known as the Tuckasegee property and part of River Rock. Millions have been invested in roads, water and power infrastructure. Perfect project to complete by savvy developer. Wonderful mountain views and stream front lots. Seller will entertain owner financing based on 30% down payment with 8% interest rate with at 2 year balloon. MLS# 81020. $2,700,000.
Huge views of Lake Glenville and mountains. Access to Lake Glenville with shared dock. Paved roads and community water. Underground utilities. Less than 1/4 mile, from a public boat launch. MLS# 81939. $49,500.
Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. No need to share when you have your own slip in community dock. Gated community with tennis court. Norton Creek Falls just a few yards away can be heard clearly. MLS# 81652. $129,500. Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. No need to share, this lot has short walk to community boat dock and across drive from community tennis court. Very level building site. Some lake view. Underground utilities. MLS# 81650. $199,500. Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip in community dock. Wooded lot in gated community with tennis court. Easy building site, easy septic. Hear the sounds of Norton Creek Falls just yards away. Unlike most lake access communities, Glen Pointe has a boat slip for every off lake lot. MLS# 81651. $129,500.
Glenville Lots of land for the money! Easy access off Highway 107. The land is steep but the top of the property has a nice home site with big views and hundreds of feet of stream frontage on Horse Stomp Creek. Old home at bottom of the property is no longer livable but the foundation may be suitable for a new home or barn. Highest elevation is approximately 3,600. Motivated seller. MLS# 82372. $77,500.
High Grove Developer opportunity on the 441 corridor, convenient to Sylva, Dillsboro, Bryson City and Cherokee. Development with incredible long range mountain and river views, located in the heart of Jackson County. Development includes 86 lots, 6 open space lots and common areas. The development has a prominent entrance with underground utilities. MLS# 78151. $1,600,000.
High Springs It doesn’t get much better than this! Gentle 1.8 acre building lot with easy driveway access and a house site that has already been partially cleared. Southwesterly views of Whiteside Mountain, Satulah Mountain, Yellow Mountain, Black Rock Mountain and more. MLS# 83338. $79,000.
Highway 64 East Stunning level property on Highway 64 in Sapphire Valley located across the street from Lonesome Valley entrance. The rear of the property is bordered by the Horsepasture River. This property is suited for a variety of development opportunities including multi-family, restaurant, RV resort, or a host of other commercial uses. Sewer available. MLS# 85720. $699,000.
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Holly Berry Estates Wonderfully private 4+ acre lot with stunning views of Whiteside Mountains epic rock face and a meandering stream running along its border. Hidden away in Holly Berry Estates this unique property has everything desired for a true mountain experience. The road leading in is lined with massive boulders, some the size of a house. End of the road privacy and bordering National Forest. The home site allows for a view of both the rock face and water while being completely surrounded with mature trees and native flora. Power has been run to the lot and includes deeded access to the crystal waters of Holly Berry’s private lake’s and park area. Approximately 15 to 20 minutes to both Cashiers or Highlands. MLS# 86012. $109,500.
Holly Forest Easy build lot with a great view of Chimney Top Mountain. Sapphire HOA has approved access through adjoining green space allowing for a gentle driveway and very private home site. Quick drive to Highway 64 with no steep roads to climb or descend. MLS# 83009. $45,000. Southern exposure lot with long range views of Chimneytop Mountain with clearing. Build your mountain getaway on this beautiful lot and enjoy the natural southern light. Enjoy the great amenity package offered by the Sapphire Master Association that are associated with this lot. MLS# 85759. $29,000. If you are looking to build your own mountain home in Sapphire Valley this is a wonderful large lot that is nearly level. SVMA amenities. MLS# 84372. $20,000. This 1.47 acre lot has been priced to move! Lot sits above road so you are not in a hole and you should be able to situate your house so it is private. Home to the right is built close to its right property line and no home can be built on the left as it’s Holly Forest Association Green Space. Comes with Sapphire amenities. MLS# 85844. $15,000. This lot situated on a quiet street has potential mountain views.at 3,360’ of elevation makes this a cool mountain property. Features Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 84271. $15,000. An inexpensive way to get a building lot with all the Sapphire Valley amenities. Lot faces southeast so has good year-round sun. Paved road, underground utilities. MLS# 85189. $5,000.
Lake Glenville 3 Lots in Glen Laurel - Easy build lake access lots within walking distance to Lake Glenville and the community boat dock. Glen Laurel has paved roads and underground utilities. Minimum square footage for homes, only 1,400 sf. Affordable opportunity to own your mountain cabin with an almost lake front lot. Within ¼ mile of public boat
ramp. $22,500 - $39,500. MLS# 74340, 74341 and 74350.
Leawood High above the highest major lake in the East, you have huge views of Lake Glenville, multiple mountain ranges, all the way to the Smokies. Easy access on paved roads, located in the gated Leawood community, and only a short drive to Cashiers and Highlands. Build your dream home atop Bright Mountain. Sit on the porch and watch the boats below and see the hawks and eagles fly by. Facing west, you will have amazing sunsets. Community water. MLS# 85984. $199,500.
Paradise Mountain This beautiful countryside consisting of three lots totaling 4.22+/- acres provide the best of the woods, mountain side and rushing waters. MLS# 83279. $22,000.
Pilots Knob Perched at almost 4,000’ elevation, you’ll enjoy beautiful long-range mountain views and a long private driveway that leads to this lot. This almost 2 acre lot provides you views that leave no doubt where you are. Very gentle, nearly flat driveway cut in that leads to a flat build site for the main level. The property drops off below the homesite, assuring you’ll own the view for years to come. This one has it all--big mountain views, level driveway, almost flat build site at a high elevation where you’ll be able to enjoy the cool Summer breezes. All in the gated community of Pilots Knob. MLS# 85946. $79,000. Fantastic building lot in the desirable neighborhood of Pilots Knob! Truly a hidden gem of a community where owners enjoy beautiful majestic long range mountain views and quaint Christmas tree farms as they drive through the area. Community features a pond and fire pit common area. Pilots Knob is paved throughout and has an inviting gated entrance with a pretty waterfall feature. This particular lot has a very gentle building site with easy driveway access and large rock outcroppings for built-in landscaping features. Winter mountain long range views with possibility of more year-round views once other owners clear some trees to build on their lots as well. Low POA fees and underground utilities. MLS# 85489. $35,000.
Sapphire Commercial Almost 2 acres with 461 feet of frontage along Highway 64 in the heart of Sapphire. 5 tap fees have been paid for CWS sewer and water, and will convey with property. Property can be used for residential and light commercial purposes, such as hotel/motel, office and/or retail space. Parking area represents about half of total parcel with stream and land behind. MLS# 86070.
Sapphire High What everyone wants in a mountain property. A cascading stream with waterfalls and pools that is entirely inside the property. A building site with long-range mountain views that also overlooks the falls. Southern exposure from the building site and a mountain to the north to block the cold winter winds. A community with golf courses, pools, playgrounds, picnic areas, a swimming-canoeing-and fishing lake, hiking trails, tennis, community center, fitness center, restaurants and bars. Just a short drive to the resort towns of Cashiers and Highlands. You may have heard that all this wasn’t possible in one property - but here it is. MLS# 82083. $239,500. Nearly level high elevation 11 acre estate at an elevation of 4,300 feet, the property is essentially flat, heavily wooded and sub-dividable. MLS# 83547. $124,900.
Sheepcliff Woods Here’s the perfect spot to place your mountain dream home. Only 1 mile from the center of downtown Cashiers to this property-very easy building envelope, to keep your foundation costs minimized. Sitting at 3600’ elevation, this lot has a view of the famed Whiteside Mountain. Community water in place and an expired 3 BR septic permit in hand, that could likely be improved-given the size of the lot. This one has everything-great gated community, extremely close to downtown Cashiers, a view, easy build, water in place, and less than $100k. Owners had planned their dream, but life has called for them to pass this opportunity along. See it for yourself. MLS# 85480. $99,000.
Shepherds Mountain Here’s your chance to build your dream home in the mountains in the nice gated community of Shepherds Mountain. Perched at 3,700’ elevation, this lot offers cool summer temperatures and end of road privacy. Shepherds Mountain has two lane paved roads throughout, and has a clubhouse and deeded access to Lake Glenville. Water rights in place and there is an expired 4 bedroom septic permit. If you’re looking to build your dream at a high elevation in a great peaceful community, without spending a lot of money-this lot is worth checking out. Owner has plans for a custom log home for this lot and are happy to convey with purchase. MLS# 85588. $19,000.
Sims Valley Extremely desirable building lot with bold stream frontage and a nearly level building site. Surrounded by beautiful native flora and dogwood trees, this is the ideal place to build a mountain home overlooking a beautiful babbling stream with many small waterfalls. Enjoy some short and long range
Four fabulous lots, some with incredible mountain views, in this conveniently located neighborhood in Sapphire Valley. A short walk or golf cart ride to CCSV or SVMA. Lots from $15,900 to $39,900 Fabulous views over Sapphire Valley and a short golf cart ride away from CCSV and the Sapphire Valley amenities. Enjoy the views of Bald Rock and Lonesome Valley canyon. MLS# 84189. $33,888.
Stone Pointe Nestled on the western shores of Lake Glenville, this 1+ acre lot is ready for your lakefront home. The home site features: driveway, potable and non-potable water lines, and underground power. The house site is cleared and a large dock is in place. Come see and imagine yourself on this beautiful piece of mountain waterfront property. MLS# 84508. $425,000.
Summer Cove This incredible view lot offers amazing views down the south channel of the lake, with many layered mountain ranges in the distance. Property has a designated slip on the 10-slip community dock. You’ll enjoy the cool breezes and spectacular views from 3800’, while just a short walk to your dock. MLS# 84681. $295,000 Tremendous lake and mountain views, with a southern exposure from this lot. This incredible view lot offers amazing views down the south channel of the lake, with many layered mountain ranges in the distance. Summer Cove offers all lake view property owners a designated slip on the 10-slip community dock that’s just a short golf-cart ride away. Sitting 300’ above the lake, you’ll enjoy the cool breezes and spectacular views from 3,800’. Adjacent lot (Lot #17) is also available for purchase to provide a buffer, or opportunity to build main house/guest house. MLS# 84680. $275,000.
Summer Hill at Lake Glenville Great lakefront lot on wide part of Lake Glenville, in the prestigious gated community of Summer Hill. Easy, east facing building envelope, with a gentle slope down to the already installed private boat dock. One of the last great lake-front lots on Lake Glenville. Perfect spot to build your dream lake house, and enjoy for years to come. MLS# 85459. $535,000. Perched at a cool 3800’, this is one of the premier lake and mountain view lots on all of Lake Glenville. Easy building site with current 4 bedroom septic evaluation. MLS# 82855. $339,000. Almost 3 acre lot in Summer Hill, a premier Lake Glenville community. Driveway partially in. Big lake view. Community dock, boat launch ramp, sandy beach, picnic shelter with fireplace and tennis court. MLS# 76073. $295,000. Large lake access lot with great mountain and sunset views. MLS# 73981. $115,000. Big lake access lot with western exposure. View of mountains and sunsets. MLS# 73982. $115,000. Very large Lake Glenville access lot. This lot faces west with sunset and mountain views. MLS# 73983. $115,000.
Fantastic opportunity to buy a lot with a boat dock on Lake Glenville within easy walking distance and not pay the high price of a lake front lot. Dock is in. Shared well. Easy build wooded lot. MLS# 83464. $115,000. Nice wooded building site above the road. Very close to common area on Lake Glenville. Easy build, priced to sell. MLS# 82952. $35,000
Trillium Easy build lot inside Trillium with Lake Glenville and mountain views. Owner bought 2 adjacent lots to be able to clear the view. All 3 lots total 3.14 acres. Only one amenity fee. 18 hole golf course, beautiful club house, tennis, pool, fitness center and a club house and dockage on Lake Glenville. This is the only full amenity club on Lake Glenville. Conveniently located approx. 3 miles from the Cashiers crossroads. MLS# 85667. $150,000. The lowest priced lot in Trillium. Great location, close to both the lakeside clubhouse and marina and the golf clubhouse and associated amenities. This lot faces south with a view of Yellow Mountain. MLS# 84110. $29,000.
Wade Hampton Lot has a good view of Whiteside Mountain in well-established and exclusive neighborhood of Wade Hampton. Priced below market value! Motivated seller! MLS# 84740. $199,500.
Whisper Lake Great opportunity to own a large 1.68 acre double lot in Whisper Lake. A beautiful, noisy stream borders the left side of the property. Mountain views may be obtainable from the top portion of the lot with tree trimming. 3 bedroom septic permit. MLS# 83314. $16,500.
Whitewater Ridge Lot 41 has 7.51 gentle acres, has gorgeous panorama views of Lake Jocassee, Lake Keowee and the multiple blue mountain ranges beyond. Located in a private gated community of Whitewater Ridge. Easy access on paved roads, underground utilities, and community water. Amenities include cool elevations, a community pond and hiking trails in the Nantahala Forest, which surrounds the community, and a trail to Whitewater River for trout fishing. Lot 41 is bordered by the Nantahala National Forest to ensure privacy and views. MLS# 85317. $200,000. Exceptional long range mountain views and adjoins Nantahala National Forest! This 3.07 acre lot sits at approximately 3,650 ft. elevation and has dead-on views of Whiteside Mountain and outlying mountains as well. Gentle driveway access and house site with community water and underground utilities. This is the perfect lot to build your private mountain dream home. MLS# 81013. $125,000.
Zachary’s Gap High above the valley floor at 4000’ of elevation with a panoramic view of Sapphire Valley including views of Whiteside, Chimneytop, and Rock Mountain. This partially cleared lot with fire pit area and path from the road cleared offers spectacular views. Located in the small gated community of Zachary’s Gap, this lot’s views are absolutely amazing! MLS# 80127. $410,000.
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mountain views from this peaceful setting as well. Conveniently located near the community clubhouse, outdoor pool, fitness center and pavilion that owners can use for social gatherings. MLS# 85846. $65,500.
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ustic elegance meets classic Southern style in this spacious tri-story home, situated on a private road in exclusive, gated Chattooga Club. With plenty of room for the entire brood, entertaining guests is a pleasure. Gather for lively conversation or curl up with a good book in the great room with its soaring cathedral ceilings and stone fireplace. The family chef will love the beautiful, light-filled French Country gourmet kitchen featuring a professional gas range, double oven, center island with seating, and reclaimed timber beams. Step out onto the divine covered living/dining porch with its own hearth to truly enjoy the mountain lifestyle. The master suite is on the main level, with two lovely guest suites and an office upstairs. Downstairs is a large family room, as well as two more bedrooms and two baths. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.
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uaint and cozy cottage inside the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club community. Conveniently located to Clubhouse/Lodge and all amenities. Beautifully furnished two bedroom, two bath cottage with wood burning fireplace, wonderful deck with fireplace & open area. Master bedroom on main level, second bedroom upstairs. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.
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D Family friendly home located in Sapphire Valley. This home offers an open kitchen, dining area, Master bedroom with private bath, and TV. Living room has a vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace (wood burning), and large deck. Two additional guest bedrooms on main floor, both have a Queen bed. Another large bedroom downstairs with king. Great home for a couples getaway, guys golfing weekend or larger family. Sleeps 8 + daybed. For a small fee, guests have access to the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. Tucked away on 16 gently rolling acres in the historic neighborhood of Burt Farm, this beautiful, well maintained farmhouse offers plenty of privacy with just a short drive to downtown Cashiers. Architectural details like rich wood floors, painted wood walls, a stone fireplace in the living room and lots of glass for natural light, exude the relaxed mountain lifestyle. A wonderful place to enjoy wine and appetizers as the cool evening approaches, the rear deck overlooks the lushly wooded property and a tranquil pond with the sound of rushing water in the distance. A cozy study and generous master suite with sauna and jetted tub sit on the main level, with three more bedrooms upstairs.
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This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath gem is nestled in the woods of Holly Forest IV. It features 2 king sized bedrooms, one full bedroom and a bedroom with two twins that is great for kids. In addition there is a loft that kids will love to hide in and often sleep in. This house sleeps 8-10 comfortably. The upper level of the house has the kitchen which is beautiful with granite counter tops and Kitchen Aid appliances. There are two decks off of the main dining area with outdoor tables. This great condo is located in the Sapphire Valley community of River Chase, a wonderful neighborhood with lots of places to walk to including Meadow Lake & the Horsepasture River. It has two bedrooms, two baths, and two decks overlooking a rhododendron forest. Unit is only a short drive to many of the Sapphire Valley amenities. Some of the amenities include beautiful Fairfield Lake where you can hike or fish and enjoy nature at its finest.
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D This wonderful three bedroom, three bath, single level living home is located in the heart of Sapphire. Entertaining is a pleasure with the well-appointed kitchen and an open, airy floor plan makes for comfortable living. Enjoy the cool mountain breezes on the large screened porch. Just minutes away are the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, including golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, a fitness center and game room. Amenities also include access to Fairfield Lake for swimming, fishing and boating. This lakefront home is situated alongside tranquil Whisper Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. The upstairs has an expansive Great Room that features a gas fireplace and wall of windows overlooking the lake and mountains. All four bedrooms are roomy with good views and have access to a full bath. The outside garden was designed to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Take a stroll down the pathway through the lush foliage where you’ll find a private dock and canoe for catching bluegills and bass on this peaceful lake. Guests have access to the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities and 55+ acre Fairfield Lake.
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Amazing setting overlooking Lonesome Valley with views of Laurel Knob rock face and Cow Rock. This from 4,000’ elevation in wonderful High Hemlock. Well maintained log home provides comfort and relaxation, with wood floors, wood-burning fireplace and master suite on main. This home is just a short drive from the endless hiking trails of Panthertown Valley. Nestled on 65 magnificent acres on sparkling Lake Glenville, this gracious lakefront home would make the perfect spot for your next getaway, wedding, family reunion or corporate retreat. The main home features three bedrooms and two and a half baths with wraparound porches and a lovely outdoor terrace for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances and all the tools of the trade is a chef’s delight. The guest house offers three additional bedrooms and two baths and overlooks a quiet cove of the lake. Relax and enjoy the stunning views in the picture-perfect gazebo perched at the end of the peninsula, launch your boat from the four-slip boat dock to explore the lake and its scenic waterfalls.
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JOCHEN LUCKE PRESIDENT/BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: I have negotiated and closed many deals that others might have walked away from. I truly enjoy real estate and development and find great reward in the accomplishment of finding the perfect home for my clients. HOW I DO IT: I have a firm grasp on the local real estate market while always keeping an eye on national trends. I have an innate understanding of the practice of purchasing and selling properties, both as a broker and a developer.
TESTIMONIALS “We were somewhat apprehensive about changing the listing of our home to a different Realtor but after considerable time with a competitor we decided to give Silver Creek a try. Jochen and his team put together a first class presentation. One aspect we really appreciated was the feedback after a showing. They brought us a buyer in a relatively short period of time, and the sale was completed to our satisfaction.” - RAY AND MITZIE W., SELLERS “We have been visiting, and renting in the Sapphire Valley, Cashiers, Highlands area for years. We worked with numerous realtors but when we decided to purchase, Jochen and his organization found us the perfect property for the price we were prepared to pay.” - MARC AND MYRIAM A., BUYERS
“Jochen provided outstanding service. Always responsive Jochen’s availability never varied regardless of the situation. Both Hibbie and I would certainly choose Silver Creek for real estate services. Definitively five star rating!” - WYATT AND HIBBIE T., SELLERS
O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.226.1126 | jlucke@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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CAROL MATHEWS BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: My business principle is to build lasting relationships and provide exceptional service to my clients with loyalty and integrity. Whether you are purchasing a home or looking for investment property, I will work hard to make the transaction a smooth and rewarding process.
HOW I DO IT: My expertise in commercial and residential development and investment opportunities on the Plateau makes me an asset to any real estate client. My vast knowledge of the real estate market encompasses private communities, farms and land, high-end luxury homes and the small weekend refuge.
TESTIMONIALS “Always available, always positive, always a smile on her face, but most importantly, she got the job done. We knew the sale of our home would be a challenge due to the market, the remoteness of our home and the asking price. Not only did she sell our home at a very nice price, she has become a friend for life.” - SUE AND GARY G. , SELLERS “She made us feel as though we were her only clients, although I know we were not. Carol was so attuned to our wants and needs; we ended up buying the first house she showed us. ” - TIM AND NANCY H., BUYERS “We will always be grateful to Carol Mathews for helping us in the recent purchase of our home in Sapphire, North Carolina. We appreciated her devoting so much time showing us various properties. Carol obviously had done her homework so that she was organized and prepared prior to our viewing the real estate. Being a long time resident of Highlands, she knows the area well. Our purchase was a long, drawn-out process due to obstacles out of our control, but Carol’s expert advice and perseverance made it possible to close on our house.” - WALLACE M., BUYER
O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.342.1625 | carol@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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CASSIE NEAL BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: I have an extensive knowledge of marketing, technology and the greater Sapphire and Cashiers market and have earned a reputation among agents as someone who is hard working and extremely competent. My sense of responsibility to my clients and attention to detail make me an asset to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the area.
HOW I DO IT: I am an active member of the Highlands-Cashiers Board of Realtors and have served on the Technology Committee in the past. My National Association of Realtors Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource Certification has proven to be beneficial in the many short sale, foreclosure and REO transactions I have closed over the years.
TESTIMONIALS “Cassie was very patient with us as we looked for just the right mountain home to meet our specific needs. She was very knowledgable of the areas that we had the most interest in. Cassie was always very professional and worked in our best interest to help us achieve our goals.” - ELIZABETH S., BUYER “Cassie sold my house in four days in the middle of winter!” - JAN G., SELLER “Over the years we have worked with several real estate brokers in different parts of the country. They were all good but Cassie Neal was far and away the best, efficient, accessible, knowledgeable and personable. She was by our side all the way through the difficulties of buying a property - from selecting a house to the close - most important to us since we were doing most of this from Indianapolis by phone, email and fax. She was patient and cheerful in explaining what was needed, the how and why of various forms necessary to meet deadlines. All in all, Cassie Neal as representative of Silver Creek Real Estate Group made the frequently frustrating task of buying a house a real pleasure and we recommend her highly.” - TOM AND URSULA R., BUYERS
O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.226.0383 | cassie@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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CHUCK SELF BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: Spend a moment with me, and you’ll see my passion for everything this area has to offer. I find tremendous satisfaction in matching my clients with their dream mountain home or home site.
HOW I DO IT: Prior to selling real estate, I enjoyed a successful sales career in the television and entertainment industry, working most recently as Vice President of Sales for both Raycom Sports in Charlotte and Warner Brothers Television in Atlanta. This experience has carried over into my work in real estate, allowing me to build strong relationships with other agents that result in smooth negotiations.
TESTIMONIALS “Chuck is a very personable and yet extremely professional real estate agent. From the first interview through to closing, he handled every detail with utmost care and consideration. He anticipated and answered all our questions throughout the process in a timely manner. Chuck did an excellent job marketing our house, and helped us price it appropriate to our market. He brought in a professional photographer to capture our house and portray it in an accurate and flattering light. He assisted us through the negotiations and due diligence process; always informing, alerting, and anticipating. In short, I would unreservedly recommend Chuck Self for anyone’s real estate needs here on the plateau.”
- DAN AND BEV S., SELLERS
“It was a real pleasure working with Chuck Self in getting my property sold in Trillium. I greatly appreciated his professionalism and candid advice. I wish I had found him when I first listed the property for a year, with another broker. Chuck had my home under contract at list price in 7 days, and we closed 4 weeks after that. Thank you, Chuck for all your hard and effective work in getting my home sold.”
- DAOSHAN S., SELLER
“We had a great experience working with Chuck! He found us exactly what we were looking for! He was very knowledgeable and always made us feel like a priority. We will definitely be working with him again in the future!” - MELISSA AND RYAN R., BUYERS
O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.734.7302 | chuck@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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DAN ALLEN BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: I bring a fresh approach and genuine enthusiasm about our area to each new client I serve. My positive attitude, local knowledge and proven dedication make me a terrific buyer’s agent or listing partner.
HOW I DO IT: I was able to realize my lifelong dream when I moved here and set down roots at a mountaintop farm near Cashiers. I quickly began building a solid reputation as a skilled real estate professional. My success is based in large part on my innate understanding of what draws families to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, just as I was drawn here many years before.
TESTIMONIAL “Let me begin that saying that having been a Marine for ten years, my standards for sacrifice, professionalism, and commitment are unfairly high. Dan not only met, but surpassed each and every expectation set before him. He has fought for us, stood next to us, in times of need guided us with steadfast commitment, and represented us with great professionalism. Though we are not among his wealthiest clients, he has made us feel as though we were. What speaks to his character is that he did not simply represent us, he took ownership of our goals and made them his own. We began our journey with the hopes to buy a house, fortunately we chose Dan Allen, and instead we found our home.” - EAGLE ENTERPRISES, BUYER
MEGAN McLEAN
BROKER/TEAM MEMBER
WHAT I DO: Well-versed in today’s fast paced marketing and advertising environment, Megan is a technology guru and works diligently for her clients to fulfill their real estate needs. Megan knows that listening is the first crucial step in providing superior customer service and surpassing expectations. “Megan McLean has renewed my faith in real estate professionals as I had multiple bad experiences in my past where in the end I was simply a commission check and not really a person. Megan made me feel more like an old friend rather than just a customer.” - SAM J., BUYER
Dan - O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.508.2107 | dan@ncliving.com | ncliving.com Megan - O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.577.5911 | megan@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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EDDY McDONALD
BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: My knowledge of the area and passion for building relationships with my buyers and sellers have been major factors in my success.
HOW I DO IT: I believe in going above and beyond to assist my real estate clients, providing them with a superior level of service and the resources to make informed decisions.
TESTIMONIALS “Eddy is a fabulous realtor. He has been responsible for our rental home for the last year and has increased our rentals by 200%! He knows marketing and internet advertising. He is always available and responsive to our needs and those of the renters. He has what it takes to make an excellent agent - friendly and smart, a strong work ethic, and salesmanship.”
- JOE AND MARY S., VACATION RENTAL OWNERS
“We recently sold our summer home in the Cullasaja Club in Highlands and our realtor was Eddy. As a realtor for over 20 years dealing mostly in high end and waterfront properties, I knew what I would want and expect in a realtor. Eddy surpassed those expectations and gave us the experience selling our house that all sellers should have. If we ever buy again in the Highlands-Cashiers area, he will be our first call!” - ANNIKA AND JASON G., SELLERS “We had the extreme pleasure of working with Eddy in the recent purchase of our home in Cashiers. Eddy quickly sensed what we were looking for and arranged a nice variety of homes for us to see. Eddy is the best!” - CARY AND HENRY K., BUYERS
O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.421.8196 | eddy@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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LINDA PRIDGEN BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: I believe in clients for life, all the while ensuring that they receive the very best this industry has to offer. I love finding the right place for my clients.
HOW I DO IT: I have managed The Chattooga Club for two decades and was also the onsite real estate broker, focusing on The Chattooga Club and Wade Hampton Golf Club. My extensive knowledge of luxury properties in both of these communities, as well as High Hampton, make me a natural fit for Silver Creek Real Estate Group.
TESTIMONIALS “Linda handled all of the details from setting up the legal closing to transferring the utilities etc. in a beautifully seamless fashion. Since then I have spent most summers at Chattooga and have come to admire and respect Linda and her knowledge of the market in the Highlands-Cashiers area. She spends a tremendous amount of time with her clients making sure she understands their needs and desires in the real estate arena. She is truly professional in all she does for her clientele.”
- MIKE M., BUYER
“When we decided to sell our home in the Chattooga Club, Linda was the first person we called to help us. Her understanding of the market from pricing, staging of a home, updating, and showing the home were invaluable and resulted in a sale in a very tough competitive high end market. Her network of potential buyers was considerable and relates to her ability to arrange the many moving parts needed to complete a successful sale. Her understanding of the real estate sales contracts and forms as well as proper referrals for legal questions for closings provided a welcome comfort during the sale and closing process.” - STEVEN AND NEDRA P., SELLERS
O: 828.743.1999 | C: 828.507.3206 | linda@ncliving.com | ncliving.com
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RAY TRINE BROKER
ABOUT ME WHAT I DO: I can be your guide to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, offering personal experience, countless fascinating local narratives, and a seemingly limitless knowledge of mountain living.
HOW I DO IT: Coupled with my dedicated community involvement, my background of accounting, property development and real estate sales has provided me with priceless insights into this unique area. I am a seasoned professional who brings enthusiasm, vision and over 45 years of experience to the team at Silver Creek Real Estate Group.
TESTIMONIALS “Ray Trine is the quintessential agent. In an era when the internet and tech companies are challenging realtors’ traditional business model, Ray is a reminder that there is no replacement for experience and expertise. I had done some initial research to try and narrow the scope of our search for a second home in North Carolina and handed off my findings to Ray. It quickly became apparent that Ray knew the area incredibly well. Based on a snapshot of what we were looking for, he was able to tailor and hone our search down from the 15 or so areas I handed him to a small handful. Throughout the showings, offers, negotiations, and closing, Ray was there with just the right things to say and do, every step of the way. There are reasons people use realtors and those are never more apparent than when working with Ray. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
- MATTHEW H., BUYER
“Ray has been my real estate agent for close to three decades and no one knows more about Cashiers and Lake Glenville than he does. He’s great to work with. I’ve bought and sold several properties in the area and no one could have done a better job. When you need to get in touch with him he always returns phone calls quickly.” - CASON, BUYER/SELLER
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LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB
4 BEDROOMS / 4.5 BATHS This beautiful home is nestled on
2.76 acres and sits on the shore of Silver Springs Lake, offering exceptional views of the lake and mountain views. Designed by Mountainworks and built by Harris Custom Builders, this home offers exceptional attention to modern detail and quality. Each room in the house offers the finest current finishes blended with mountain rustic elegance including antique timber accents, large stone fireplaces, 10” antique oak plank floors, reclaimed wood on ceilings, gold fixtures in the kitchen and master bath, and anodized aluminum gutters. The bright spacious living room and Carolina porch with built in grilling kitchenette are perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. The master bedroom on the main level offers its own “secret” sitting room in the loft area above it. The exterior of this home offers beautiful low maintenance landscaping, flat lawn area, and a firepit. Enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and a gentle lakefront trail that wraps around the entire lake. The perfect blend of chic relaxed style and mountain beauty! MLS# 84149 / $2,750,000
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MOUNTAINTOP GOLF CLUB
5 BEDROOMS / 5.5 BATHS Handsome lodge boasting fantastic views to Yellow Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Walking distance to
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LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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CROSS CREEK PRESERVE
6 BEDROOMS / 6.5 BATHS Located just 5 minutes from Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club in the beautiful gated Cross Creek Community is this mountain estate home on 9.29 acres. The handsome home and guest house have been meticulously maintained. It offers a spacious gourmet kitchen centrally located to the deck and porch areas, great room with floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace and high ceiling, and dining room. Both great room and dining room open up to the covered porch for more entertaining. The master wing on the main level has an exquisite bath, exercise room, private office and its own porch. There are three bedrooms with en suite baths on the upper level. The separate guest cottage features a living room with fireplace, kitchenette and 2 bedroom suites. This home invites relaxation, family gatherings and has wonderful mountain views and gorgeous landscaping! MLS# 81405 / $2,595,000
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CHATTOOGA CLUB
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LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB
4 BEDROOMS / 4.5 BATHS This beautiful home in Wade Hampton Golf Club Community enjoys fantastic views of the 7th and 8th fairways as well as the lake on #7 and a view of Little Terrapin Mountain. It offers everything requested in a low maintenance mountain home. A beautiful bright vaulted living room with a large window wall and floor to ceiling stone fireplace opens up to the covered deck overlooking the views. The charming dining room just off the kitchen is surrounded by windows, giving a lovely “treehouse� feeling. The large master bedroom is located on the main level, and three additional guest suites located on the upper and lower levels. Great family room also located on the lower level. Located an easy distance from the main entrance and the clubhouse. This home is bright, clean, current and ready to go! Furnishings negotiable. MLS# 84529 / $1,450,000
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CEDAR HILL
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LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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CHATTOOGA CLUB
3 BEDROOMS / 3.5 BATHS Handsome 2.5-story home crafted with beautiful reclaimed Appalachian log timbers boasting big views off to the south and west and frontage on Chattooga’s small lake. This home gives you almost 4,000 heated sq. ft. of generous space. Master on the main and guest accommodation on the upper and lower levels allow for maximum privacy. Large game/bonus room downstairs provides additional room for a rainy day or for playful children. A large outdoor living space with fireplace is the favorite area to enjoy the mountains’ perfect summer temperatures and the sounds of Fowler Creek spilling over the dam in the lake below. MLS# 81395 / $1,350,000
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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB
WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB New four bedroom, four and a half bath home to be built on Chimney Top Trail inside the gates of Wade Hampton Golf Club. Travis Mileti (Mountainworks) design with exceptional curb appeal. Home will include front porch, screened patio, and covered parking. Interior finishes include stained white oak flooring on main level, carpeted bedrooms, custom cabinetry, KitchenAid Professional appliances, and wood burning stone fireplace in the living room. Upgrades available. Flat lot and convenient location that is walking distance to Wade Hampton clubhouse and golf course. Main level floor plan pictured below. MLS# 85235 / $1,125,000
LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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CASHIERS IN-TOWN Exceptional commercial investment opportunity in-town Cashiers, NC. Property includes two large storage unit buildings, and additional large building suitable for multi-unit office/retail/service business. Great cash flow and ROI. MLS# 85629 / $1,995,000
WHITESIDE FOREST Handsome mountain home located close to Cashiers and Highlands in the lovely Whiteside Cove area. It sits on 2.95 private acres and adjoins national forest A large window wall in the great room frames a natural waterfall that flows into Fowler Creek. Master on main and two guest suites upstairs, each with its own private balcony. Also upstairs is a large loft area and two bonus rooms. The private deck and spacious screened porch with fireplace. MLS# 85768 / $1,295,000
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HOLLY BERRY ESTATES This lovely spacious 3BR/3.5BA home is situated on
almost 10 gentle acres of flat usable land with beautiful views. Main level includes large kitchen and dining area, living room with wood burning fireplace and window wall looking at the view. Master suite on main level features sitting room/den with fireplace, large sunny bathroom with glass surround shower and soaking tub, and spacious walkin closet. Two generous guest suites, a loft area, and bonus/family room over garage. Covered deck spans the length of the home. Holly Berry Estates offers several wonderful amenities. MLS# 85205 / $835,000
MOUNTAINTOP GOLF One of the best view lots in Mountaintop! Beautiful, large,
level building site convenient to the entrance of phase II on 1.3 acres. New amenities in phase II include croquet lawn, event facility, event lawn, pickle ball, gardens and fire pit ring, play area, dog park, trails. Mountaintop is one of the finest golf clubs in the area with an exceptional golf course design by Tom Fazio. It includes a lake club and an array of amenities and fun for the whole family. MLS# 84996 / $749,000
LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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LAUREL FALLS This high altitude mountain escape offers 10 acres of privacy and an endless outdoor paradise in the adjoining National Forest. Thousands of acres of trails perfect for hiking, biking, and horse-back riding are just steps away from this home. Built in 2004, the home is ready to go and is offered fully furnished. Master bedroom and two guest bedrooms are located on the main level and a large family room and bedroom are located downstairs. Cozy loft area, large deck, and garage. Winter views could be opened some with trimming. MLS# 85601 / $699,000
WHITESIDE FOREST This contemporary home is located conveniently between Highlands, NC and Cashiers, NC in the peaceful Whiteside Cove area. It offers 5+ acres of privacy and exceptional views of Whiteside Mountain. The home features 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, large windows throughout the entire great room dining and kitchen, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, wood on the walls throughout the home, and plenty of contemporary charm. MLS# 85664 / $595,000
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HOLLY HILLS Charming cottage just a 3 minute drive or 10 minute stroll from dining, shopping, and events in downtown Cashiers. 3.35 acres of privacy and a fantastic view of Whiteside Mountain! Main level includes three bedrooms/three baths, spacious living room, dining room and kitchen, vaulted ceiling, stone floor to ceiling fireplace, and a large covered deck. The upper level offers bonus space for a den or office and the lower level offers a two car garage and a workshop. Lovely neighborhood. Must see! MLS# 85631 / $525,000
ARROWHEAD This beautiful cottage is located less than five minutes from the
center of Cashiers, NC in the gated community Arrowhead. It’s efficient design offers a spacious master suite on main level, vaulted great room with floor to ceiling dry stacked stone fireplace, and a cozy dining area to the right of the great room. An additional full bath on the main level allows for overflow guests. The second suite located upstairs is spacious and charming. Furnished and priced to sell! MLS# 85544 / $495,000
LIZ HARRIS C: 828.342.3194 liz@cashiers.com
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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB Perfect size, low maintenance, one-level living allows you to enjoy this mountain retreat while taking in area amenities including golf, hiking, mountain biking, or sightseeing. This home features a great room with vaulted ceilings, oak flooring and stone fireplace. Open kitchen with breakfast bar and screened porch that leads to an open deck for relaxing and enjoying the cool summer breezes. Split bedroom plan with private master suite and two additional bedroom suites. Paved driveway with plenty of parking space. MLS# 81117 / $595,000
HIGH MEADOWS Exceptional lot in High Meadows with outstanding views of
Whiteside, Blackrock, and Terrapin mountains. Gentle easy building site with driveway already roughed in. High Meadows is a lovely gated community close to Wade Hampton, High Hampton and Chattooga Club. It offers a picturesque setting of rolling hills and fenced pastures. Amenities include community pavilion (pictured) with kitchen for entertaining, large meadows, 2 miles of well-groomed hiking trails, and gated entrance. House plans by Sam Edgens available for this lot. MLS# 84726 / $225,000
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LOTS & LAND MLS# 81051 / $950,000 An exceptional lot in the renowned Chattooga Club offering 3.22 gentle acres with privacy and fantastic mountain views! Located just 5 minutes from the center of prestigious Cashiers, North Carolina. Amenities available. MLS# 84454 / $550,000 Located inside Wade Hampton
Golf Club, this 2.87 acre lot is ideal for building your mountain dream home. Overlooking National Forest provides panoramic eastern mountain views and is a serene, private and majestic place.
MLS# 85201 / $550,000 One of the finest private estate lots in Wade Hampton with exceptional mountain views of Whiteside and Sheepcliff Mountains. Gentle building site well suited for a long private driveway. Convenient to back entrance. MLS# 82733 / $475,000 Gentle 0.78 acre estate lot in prestigious Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club. Easy building envelope with viewing platform in place. Great mountain views possible. MLS# 82731 / $395,000 This 0.52 acre lot along with the lot listed above are located side by side with opportunity to combine lots for 1.3 acre estate.
MLS# 83601 / $195,000 Wade Hampton Golf Club lot of 0.84
MLS# 82987 / $325,000 Build your mountain dream home
MLS# 83983 / $125,000 Buildable 0.72 acre lot inside award-
on this nearly level, easy build lot of 0.68 acres with beautiful long range golf views in the award-winning Wade Hampton Golf Club.
MLS# 67237 / $295,000 Beautiful 0.77 acre home site, gently rolling, wooded, and with a golf course view of fifteenth fairway in Wade Hampton Golf Club.
acres is located at the end of a cul-de-sac and offers mountain views. Very private location and great building site.
winning Wade Hampton Golf Club. This lot is conveniently located near the clubhouse and pro shop.
MLS# 83219 / $61,000 Beautiful easy build lot of 0.99 acres with views of Chimneytop Mountain and frontage on Gold Branch Creek. Close to Sapphire Valley Amenities and Fairfield Lake!
LIZ HARRIS, Vice President 828.342.3194 / liz@cashiers.com Liz Harris is a principal owner of McKee Properties and one of the area’s top brokers. Liz joined McKee Properties in 2004 and was fortunate to be mentored in the real estate business by William McKee. Her enthusiastic, creative, and persuasive style is effective and a pleasure to work with. Liz specializes in the area’s high end club communities including Wade Hampton, Mountaintop, and Chattooga, as well as other fine estates and homes in the Cashiers and Highlands area. Liz and her family are proud to call Cashiers their home, and they are dedicated to preserving the character and vitality of this Cashiers/Highlands area.
McKeeProperties.com 619 Highway 107 South Office: 828.743.3411
CONTINENTAL CLIFFS Beautiful custom 3BR/2.5BA log home! Soaring ceilings with stone fireplace, great room with adjoining dining and kitchen area, and gleaming hardwoods. Perfect family entertaining home with large screened porch, deck and covered walkway to 2-car garage. A spacious master is on the main level and offers privacy from the guest bedrooms upstairs. MLS# 84115 / $759,000
CONTINENTAL CLIFFS One-level furnished 3BR/4BA home with beautiful year-round, unobstructed views! Master bedroom with TWO full baths. Large dining area adjoining the great room, kitchen with Corian counter tops, built-ins, modern appliances, and a nice breakfast nook. Stone fireplace, hardwood floors, attached carport and generator. Lower level bonus room w/ outdoor entry. MLS# 84902 / $650,000
STUNNING VIEW Charming, updated 3BR/2.5BA home halfway between Highlands and Cashiers with a view of mountains stacked upon mountains from every room in the back of the house. Stone fireplace and pine walls in the great room, alongside a lovely updated kitchen with built-ins and updated cabinetry. Spacious bedrooms, office, 2-car garage, 1+ acre lot, lower level guest bedroom entry. MLS# 85392 / $519,900
McKeeProperties.com / 828.743.3411 619 Hwy 107 S / Cashiers, NC 28717
HIGHLANDS COVE Charming 3BR/3BA FURNISHED unit with high ceilings, fresh paint, and new stainless kitchen appliances. A stacked stone fireplace with gas starter is located in the living room. The master suite is especially spacious with a walk-in-closet and large bath with shower and tub. Walk out onto the lovely screened porch and covered deck overlooking golf and mountain views. MLS# 85581 / $505,000
HIGHLANDS CC Totally updated 3BR/3BA home provides an open
HIGHLANDS FALLS CC Sunny 4BR/ 4BA home features beautiful
MOUNTAIN VIEW VILLAS Beautiful 2BR/2BA home in Sapphire
HIGHLANDS MTN CLUB Very conveniently located 2BR/2BA
floor plan with fabulous living, dining, kitchen and separate bar area. Stone fireplace, hardwood floors, covered porch. MLS# 85412 / $995,000
Valley includes adjacent lot. Additional sleeping loft and kitchenette. Golf and mountain views. MLS# 84560 / $319,000
SANDY BARROW C: 478.737.9664 JOHN BARROW C: 828.506.9356
wood walls in great room with stone fireplace and view of golf course and mountains. 3 bedrooms on main floor! MLS# 83456 / $695,000
unit near entrance. Great room with fireplace, shaded deck overlooking hardwoods & pond. PRICED TO SELL! MLS# 84642 / $167,000
McKeeProperties.com 619 Highway 107 South Office: 828.743.3411
REDUCED BY $500,000
PINCHOT Stunning views from this “rustic-elegant” 4BR/5.5BA home. In great room, soaring ceilings punctuated with antique log timbers overlook the
massive stone fireplace with hand carved artisan’s mantle and custom built wrought iron chandelier. Large master suite with luxurious bath adjoins owners office. Second bedroom suite on main level. Downstairs movie room with kitchenette. Qualifies for Mountaintop membership. MLS# 85399 / $2,995,000
CHATTOOGA CLUB Gracious 4BR/4.5BA southern home with metal
› #1 Realtor in Cashiers area, 2015 & 2016 based on HCBOR MLS
roof, poplar bark, stone detailing, pine flooring and generously sized rooms with lots of natural light. Two stone fireplaces inside, a third on covered porch which overlooks lake and private pavilion below. Upstairs family suite, downstairs workroom and den. Lower level rooms have doorways to outside for access to its double lot. MLS# 85118 / $2,725,000
› Bachelor’s of Landscape Architecture › Wade Hampton Golf Club Development Team (1985–1993) › Co-Founder McKee Properties
BETH TOWNSEND Vice President beth@cashiers.com 828.421.6193
› Real Estate professional since 1993 › Cashiers area summer resident since 1970, full time since 1981
McKeeProperties.com / 828.743.3411 619 Hwy 107 S / Cashiers, NC 28717
NOW SERVING HIGHLANDS WITH MCKEE PROPERTIES We are proud to call Highlands our home and are pleased to serve you with all your real estate needs in and around beautiful Highlands, NC. Let us find you the perfect mountain home in which to make lasting memories with family and friends.
DEBORAH GLEESON BROKER ASSOCIATE
404.307.1415 deborah@cashiers.com
Call us today, we would love to hear from you!
PAT GLEESON BROKER ASSOCIATE
828.782.0472 patrick@cashiers.com
ROLLING ACRES Newly renovated 3BR/2BA cottage all on one
level with sun room and open living/kitchen/dining area. Manicured pathways, 2 decks, planted terraces. MLS# 85360 / $485,900
MIRROR LAKE Mostly furnished 2BR/2BA cottage with open one-level floor plan, fireplace, breakfast bar, great storage, and outdoor fire pit. Located close to town! MLS# 85582 / $359,900
McKeeProperties.com 619 Highway 107 South Office: 828.743.3411
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Bakeries Cream and Flutter www.creamandflutter.com Bars The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands www.theuglydogpub.com The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers www.theuglydogpub.com Bedding/Linens/Comforters Blue Ridge Bedding www.blueridgebedding.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Into the Woods Lenz Gifts The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Bird Supplies Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Books The Book Nook Gracewear Collections www.gracewearcollection.com Builders Supplies Jennings Builders Supply www.jbwnc.com Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Builders Arrowood Construction www.arrowoodconstruction.com Lupoli Construction www.lupoliconstruction.com Srebalus Construction Co. www.srebalusconstruction.com Warth Construction www.warthconstruction.com Business/Office Supplies Dauntless Printing Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Catering Bella’s Junction Cafe Fressers Kristin Jorgensen Rosewood Market www.rosewoodgourmet.com Chambers of Commerce Highlands Chamber of Commerce www.highlandschamber.org Cashiers Chamber of Commerce www.cashiersareachamber.com Cleaning/Housekeeping Services Pro Servicess Rebecka’s Home Cleaning Service Cloth/Upholstery Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Into the Woods The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Clothing & Accessories A Jones Company Acorns Boutique www.acorns-online.com Alyxandra’s Annawear Bags on Main Bee Bags and Such Bella Cotn C. Orrico
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Classic Links & Luggage www.classiclinksandluggage.com Page 4 Gracewear Collections www.gracewearcollection.com Page 105 Elevation of Highlands Page 44 Highland Hiker www.highlandhiker.com Page 103 The Look Boutique - Cashiers www.thelookcashiers.boutiquewindow.com Page 130 McCulley’s Page 3 Martha Anne’s Page 92 Nancy’s Fancy’s Page 10 Narcissus www.narcissusbyguiliana.com Page 58 Nora and Company Page 15 Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Page 16 Reign Page 39 Robin’s Nest Page 98 Sashay Around www.sashayaround.net Page 31 S’more Kid Klothes www.smorekidsklothes.biz Page 112 Southern Way Page 71 Spartina www.spartina499.com Page 47 Spoiled Rotten www.spoiledrotten2.com Page 37 The Exchange Page 10 TJ Bailey for Men www.tjbmens.com Page 107 VC for Men www.victoriasclosetnc.com Page 113 Victoria’s Closet www.victoriasclosetnc.com Page 113 Victoria’s Sportswear www.victoriasclosetnc.com Page 113 Wit’s End Page 33 Clothing Consignment The Blue Elephant Page 30 S’more Kid Klothes www.smorekidsklothes.biz Page 112 Victoria’s Closet www.victoriasclosetnc.com Page 113 Communities Burlingame www.burlingameccwnc.com Page 27 Cullasaja Club www.cullasajaclub.org Pages 136, 137 Highlands Cove www.highlandsncluxuryhome.com Page 53 Lonesome Valley www.lonesomevalley.com Page 93 Silver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.com Pages 147-212 Cosmetic Surgery Center for Plastic Surgery Robert T. Buchanan, M.D. www.plasticsurgerytoday.com Page 116 Crafts The Bascom www.thebascom.org Page 72 Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Page 16 Custom Cabinetry/Countertops Black Rock Granite and Cabinetry www.blackrockgraniteandcabinetry.com Pages 48, 126 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Custom Furniture Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Page 110 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Dentists Dr. Joe Wilbanks www.wilbankssmilecenter.com Page 117 Dermatology Highlands Dermatology www.highlandsdermatology.com Page 9 Doors/Windows Highlands Doors and Windows www.highlandsdoorsandwindows.com Page 92
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www.jbwnc.com Page 29 Event Rentals The Chateau www.highlandsncchateau.net Page 56 The Orchard www.theorchardcashiers.com Page 87 Events Acorns Boutique www.acorns-online.com Page 25 The Bascom www.thebascom.org Page 72 Betsy Paul Art Raffle Page 69 Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast/ Fishes and Loaves Food Pantry Page 40 Brevard Music Center www.brevardmuscic.org Page 75 Cashiers Benefit Antique Show www. cashiersannualantiqueshow.com Page 112 Church of the Good Shepherd Auction and Bazaar Page 8 Friends of the Library Page 26 Groovin on the Green Page 47 Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival www.hcmusicfestival.org Pages 30, 36, 59 Highlands Food And Wine www.highlandsfoodandwine.com Page 80 Highlands Playhouse www.highlandsplayhouse.org Page 52 Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center www.highlandspac.org Pages 32, 51, 67 Rabun County Music Festival www.rabunmusicfestival.com Page 141 The Village Green www.villagegreencashiersnc.com Page 55 Village Square Art Show Page 75 Flooring The Designer Market www.thedesignersmarket.com P Page 143 Highlands Decorating Center www.highlandsdecorating.com Page 97 Floral Design /Florists Fiddlehead Designs Page 20 Oakleaf www.oakleafhighlands.com Page 41 Fly Fishing/Guide Services Brookings www.brookingsonline.com Page 41 Highland Hiker www.highlandhiker.com Page 103 Framing Crawford Art Gallery Page 144 Furniture The Brier Patch Page 95 Cabin Couture www.cabincouturehighlands.com Page 101 Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Page 120 Crawford Art Gallery Page 144 Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Page 110 High Country Furniture & Design www.highcountry.com Page 21 Into the Woods Page 23 Nearly New Page 113 Oakleaf www.oakleafhighlands.com Page 41 Reeves Furniture www.reeveshardwarecom Page 134 Rusticks www.rusticks.com Page 99 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Page 23 Vivianne Metzger www.vmantiques.com Page 99 Furniture Consignments The Blue Elephant Page 30 Consignment Market www.consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com Page 113 GG’s Consignments, Etc.* www.ggsconsignment.com Page 113
Nearly New Page 113 Garden/Landscaping Supplies Chattooga Gardens www.chattoogagardens.com Page 44 Four Seasons www.fsl-wnc.com Page 118 Highlands Lawn www.highlandslawnandgarden.com Page 25 Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Pages 71, 133 Gift Shops A Jones Company Pages 23, 31 Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com Page 68 Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Page 9 CK Swan www.ckswan.com Page 8 Classic Links & Luggage www.classiclinksandluggage.com Page 4 The Dry Sink www.thedrysink.com Page 51 Fiddlehead Designs Page 20 Gracewear Collections www.gracewearcollection.com Page 105 Karma Page 97 Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Page 16 Robin’s Nest Page 98 The Look Boutique - Cashiers www.thelookcashiers.boutiquewindow.com Page 130 Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Page 23 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Vogue Page 33 Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Pages 71, 133 Giving Back Betsy Paul Art Raffle Page 69 Tour de Cashiers Page 121 Golf Accessories & Supplies Bobby Grace Putters www.bobbygraceputters.com Page 101 Classic Links & Luggage www.classiclinksandluggage.com Page 4 Golf Tours Toms Golf Tours www.tomsgolftours.com Page 102 Gourmet Foods Dusty’s Page 85 Grading/Excavating Larry Rogers Construction Page 51 Groceries Dusty’s Page 85 Groomers Woofgang Bakery & Grooming Page 133 Hair Salons Bombshell Hair Boutique Page 119 Creative Concepts Page 126 Heating and Air Holley Heating & Air Conditioning www.holleyheating.com Page 23 Home Accessories A Jones Company Pages 23, 31 Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Page 9 Bohemia Page 95 Cabin Couture www.cabincouturehighlands.com Page 101 Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Page 120 CK Swan www.ckswan.com Page 8
Consignment Market www.consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com Page 113 Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Page 110 GG’s Consignments, Etc.* www.ggsconsignment.com Page 1113 Into the Woods Page 23 Karma Page 97 Oakleaf www.oakleafhighlands.com Page 41 Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Page 16 Robin’s Nest Page 98 Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Page 23 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Vivianne Metzger www.vmantiques.com Page 99 Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Page 71, 133 Interior Design & Home Furnishings Bound’s Cave www.boundscaverugs.com Page 29 The Brier Patch Page 95 CK Swan www.ckswan.com Page 8 Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Page 120 Christine’s Home Decor Page 127 Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Page 110 High Country Furniture & Design www.highcountry.com Page 21 Into the Woods Page 23 Reeves Furniture www.reeveshardwarecom Page 134 Rusticks www.rusticks.com Page 99 Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Page 23 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Vogue Page 33 Investment Planning Edward Jones Investments www.edwardjones.com Page 124 Jewelry - Fashion A Jones Company Pages 23, 31 Acorns Boutique www.acorns-online.com Page 25 Cabin Couture www.cabincouturehighlands.com Page 101 Gracewear Collections www.gracewearcollection.com Page 105 Jannie Bean Custom Jewelry www.janniebeandesigns.com Page 45 The Look Boutique - Cashiers www.thelookcashiers.boutiquewindow.com Page 130 Narcissus www.narcissusbyguiliana.com Page 58 Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Page 16 Jewelry - Fine Highlands Fine Art www.highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com Page 13 MIrror Lake Antiques & Jewelry www.mirrorlakeantiques.com Page 16 Mountain Mist Gallery www.mountainmistgallery.com Page 74 Scudder’s Gallleries www.scuddersgallery.com Page 35 Kitchen Accessories Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Page 9 The Dry Sink www.thedrysink.com Page 51 Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Pages 71, 133 Kitchen, Bath and Closet Design Black Rock Granite and Cabinetry www.blackrockgraniteandcabinetry.com Pages 48, 126 The Designer Market www.thedesignersmarket.com P Page 143 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 11 Lake Tours Jocasse Lake Tours www.jocasseelaketours.com Page 15 Landscapers Dargan Landscape Architects www.dargan.com Page 19
Life Coaching Blue Star Ranch
www.bluestarranch.com
Plants/Nurseries Page 21
Lighting Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Into the Woods Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Luggage Classic Links & Luggage
www.classiclinksandluggage.com
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Massage Services Cashiers Valley Fusion www.cashiersvalleyfusion.com Tranquility Cove Massage Yoga of Highlands www.yogahighlands.com
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Mattresses Blue Ridge Bedding Dutchman’s Designs The Summer House
www.blueridgebedding.com www.dutchmansdesigns.com www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Medical Services Dr. Edward D. Frederickson MD FACP Mission Primary Care – Highlands/Cashiers www.mission-health.org
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Movies Highlands Playhouse
www.highlandsplayhouse.org
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Museums Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass
Page 65 Music Stores
Blue Ridge Music
www.blueridgemusicacademy.com
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Nail Care Creative Concepts
Page 126
Outdoor Adventures Highlands Aerial Park Jocasse Lake Tours Toms Golf Tours
www.highlandscanopytour.com www.jocasseelaketours.com www.tomsgolftours.com
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Painting Morales Painting Pro Servicess
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Woofgang Bakery & Grooming The Vil age Hound www.onceuponadog.com Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com
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Pharmacies Highlands Pharmacy
Page 35 Photography
Charles Johnson Fine Art Photography www.charlesjohnsonfineart.com Terry Barnes Fine Art Photography
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Chattooga Gardens www.chattoogagardens.com Highlands Lawn www.highlandslawnandgarden.com Main Street Nursery Scaly Mountain Nursery
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Pools/Spas Mountain Spring Spas and Pools
www.mountainhotspring.com
Page 135
Porch and Patio Summer Place Antiques
www.summerplaceantiques.com
Page 23
Pottery Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Justin Allman - Fire Moss Pottery Mountain Mist Gallery www.mountainmistgallery.com Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Smitten The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Printing Companies Dauntless Printing
Page 127 Produce
Cashiers Farmers Market www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com Dusty’s
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Pubs The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers
www.theuglydogpub.com www.theuglydogpub.com
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Putters Bobby Grace Putters
www.bobbygraceputters.com
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Radio Stations WHLC FM 104.5
www.whlc.com
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Real Estate Sales Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Mitzi Rauers Betsy Paul Blair Realty Burlingame Chambers Realty Country Club Properties Cullasaja Club Fisher Realty Highlands Cove Highlands Grandview John Cleaveland Realty Landmark Realty Group Landmark Realty Group – Carl Romburg Landmark Realty Group – Rob Whitney Lonesome Valley
www.bbhsmmr.com
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www.meadowsmtnrealty.com www.betsypaulproperties.com www.blair-realty.com www.burlingameccwnc.com www.highlandsiscalling.com www.ccphighlandsnc.com www.cullasajaclub.org www.fisherrealtync.com www.highlandsncluxuryhome.com www.highlands-grandview.com www.jcrealty.com www.landmarkrg.com
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Restaurants Highlands-Cashiers Directory Altitudes at Skyline www.altitudesatskyline.com Bake My Day Bella’s Junction Cafe Bistro on Main ww.mainstreet-inn.com The Blind Mule at Toxaway Station www.blindmulerestaurant.com Cashiers Farmers Market www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com Cyprus www.cyprushighlands.com Fressers The Kitchen www.thekitchenofhighlands.com Lakeside Restaurant www.lakesiderestaurant.info Log Cabin Restaurant www.logcabinhighlands.com Meritage Bistro www.meritagehighlands.com On the Verandah www.ontheverandah.com The Orchard www.theorchardcashiers.com Paoletti’s Restaurant www.paolettis.com Root + Barrel Kitchen and Bar www.rootandbarrel.com Rosewood Market www.rosewoodgourmet.com Slabtown Pizza www.slabtownpizza.com The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands www.theuglydogpub.com The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers www.theuglydogpub.com Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro www.wolfgangs.net The Zookeeper Bistro
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Gracewear Collections www.gracewearcollection.com Highland Hiker www.highlandhiker.com Nora and Company Spoiled Rotten www.spoiledrotten2.com TJ Bailey for Men www.tjbmens.com Skin Care Highlands Dermatology Pinnacle Anti Aging
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Shipping Services Stork’s Wrap, Pack & Ship
Page 9 Shoes
Bags on Main
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Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium
Page 16 Page 9
Spas Canyon Spa
www.lonesomevalley.com
Page 22
Sunglasses Classic Links & Luggage
www.classiclinksandluggage.com
Page 4
Tables Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Into the Woods Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Vivianne Metzger www.vmantiques.com
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Theatre/Entertainment Highlands Playhouse Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center Rabun County Music Festival
www.highlandsplayhouse.org
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www.highlandspac.org www.rabunmusicfestival.com
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Transportation Battle and Grace Transportation battleandgrace.com Highlands Transportation Company
Page 58 Page 36
Vacation Rentals Chambers Realty Landmark Vacation Rentals Pebble Creek Village Silver Creek Real Estate Group
www.highlandsiscalling.com www.landmarkvacations.com www.pebble-creek.com www.ncliving.com
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Wedding Services 37 High Holly The Orchard
www.thevineyardat37highholly.com www.theorchardcashiers.com
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Window Treatments Page 29 Page 120 Page 23 Page 23 Page 11
Sawmills Big Creek Sawmil
www.highlandsdermatology.com www.pinnacleantiaging.com Socks
Rugs Bound’s Cave www.boundscaverugs.com Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Into the Woods Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Highlands Decorating Center www.highlandsdecorating.com Into the Woods The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Wine & Accessories Highlands Wine Shoppe Zoller Hardware
www.highlandswineshoppe.com www.zollerhardware.com
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Yoga Cashiers Valley Fusion Yoga of Highlands
www.cashiersvalleyfusion.com www.yogahighlands.com
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Zipline Adventures Highlands Aerial Park
www.highlandscanopytour.com
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