Georgia/North Carolina Mountains & Lakes Regional Guide™ - #84

to the Northeast Georgia and Western North Carolina Mountains! Thank you for picking up a copy of the Georgia/ North Carolina Mountains & Lakes Regional Guide featuring properties throughout our majestic mountains. Our area offers an array of events, great shopping and dining experiences, outdoor fun on the many hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, golf courses, scenic drives and tours, wineries and breweries and so much more. Please visit our local Chambers of Commerce for a comprehensive list of happenings, festivals, local events and activities in the coming year. All are listed here in our magazine (Fannin, Gilmer, Towns, and Union counties in Georgia as well as Cherokee and Clay counties in North Carolina).

As you search for that perfect property, we want to encourage you to choose a REALTOR® to represent you, whether you are buying or selling real estate. Not every real estate agent can say they are a REALTOR®. REALTORS® are professional agents who are bound to a strict code of ethics. REALTORS® are licensed agents who work as residential and commercial brokers, salespeople, property managers and consultants. REALTORS® work for you!

Sincerely, Chad Lariscy, 2023 President of the Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

Walnut Mountain has amenities, public water & gated entrance…who could ask for more! MLS 319861. $447,000

Homesite w/ long range view & frontage on Harris Creek…a rare combination! Foundation is done & over $12K in landscaping completed. Foundation plan would be a 2-car garage & home w/ basement. The current owners have the original plan, that your builder could use if you desired. MLS 320734. $140,000

Easy, level, buildable land w/ few restrictions! Drive is in. One side could have a pull under garage or RV storage. In a wooded area that opens up in winter, or w/ trimming. Plenty of room for a garden / outside living areas. Common area w/ rec. field, pavilion & Stover Creek stocked with trout! MLS 320491. $65,000

Long range mountain views!! 3 acre lot perked & ready to go! Building site has been laid out & neighborhood wells are in place. Amazing community near to town w/ paved roads all the way! Pictures were taken from the clearing at the next door neighbor’s home & reflect this lot’s view potential! MLS 317261. $60,000

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High-end scenic mountain subdivision. Nice gated entrance, waterwheel, and wide paved roads. 47 lots available, with 11 lots over 1 acre. Some lots have views. Community Pavilion with fireplace. Prices from $14,900 to $49,900 (32 under $30k). Restrictions include 1,000 sq ft minimum.

Directions:

From Murphy take Hwy 64 East towards Hayesville 4.5 miles. Turn right at light onto Old Hwy 64 for 1.7 miles. Turn right onto Brasstown Road at John C. Campbell Folk School for 2.8 miles. Turn left onto John Mason Road and stay left at fork at Overlook Brasstown sign.

OVERLOOK BRASSTOWN Subdivision in Murphy, NC

acres in the scenic and sought-after Dan Knob subdivision! Building pad in place (pushed in), 4BR septic permit, City of Hiawassee water. Convenient to downtown Hiawassee &

abound! Close to Lake Chatuge,

Lake access to Lake Apalachia, numerous creeks, private pond, huge rhododendron valley with bold creeks, ridge lines with views, this parcel has it all, and with financing offered.  This property has everything a private owner would want when beauty and privacy are foremost. A buyer can keep a portion of this parcel as they wish for a private compound and sell the rest. Numerous possibilities are available for private use or subdivision. Power service is run inside the property at its southern boundary. Amazing price of $585,000 with financing offered by the Owner. The location has walkable lake access to Lake Apalachia and is a short drive to Lake Hiwassee. See

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WITH 5+/- ACRES OF CLEARED PASTURE, THIS 23+ ACRE TRACT would make an excellent farm, horse farm or winery, or just a large family compound! With a small creek running through the middle of the acreage, and another creek as the SW border of the property, it even has its own water source. There is also a 1,900 sq. ft. shell of a house that was built on top of a crawl space that could be finished as well. The home is being sold “as is” and although it is dried in, no electric or plumbing has been run. There is, however, a 3BR septic in place and the electricity has already been run to the home site. Located less than 15 minutes to Blue Ridge and in close proximity to Lake Blue Ridge, USFS, Hiking, etc. Seller is firm on price. MLS 313854. $499,000

BUILD THE CABIN OF YOUR DREAMS in one of Blue Ridge’s most coveted mountain developments! These 2.25 acres in the beautiful community of My Mountain offer longrange mountain views, gentle cleared land for a potential building site & 140 feet of picturesque creek frontage. Underground utilities including public water. Located just moments away from hiking, biking, camping, fly fishing, lake & river sports. Less than 10 miles from downtown shopping and Lake Blue Ridge access! MLS 319064. $49,000

BEAUTIFUL 3.5 ACRE LOT! 2600+ ft elevation with YEAR-ROUND MTN VIEWS of Burnt Mountain w/ tree trimming. Mature hardwoods & level building site located further back from the road. All-paved access & U/G

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ACRE WOODED LOT located in a quiet cul-de-sac in the Buckhorn Estates Community, a wildlife sanctuary situated between Ellijay & Blue Ridge. All-paved access, hi-speed internet, cable TV & low HOA fees. Features the 8 acre Whitepath Lake for fishing, the 18-hole Whitepath Golf Course, and a common area along the banks of the Ellijay River w/ private access! MLS 321538. $15,000

COMBINED 11.06 UNRESTRICTED ACRES comprised of 2 lots. The Easement Road leads straight from N. Piney Spur Road to a fork and each side leads to large clearings that would make great potential build sites, and each lot has plenty of other flat and gentle areas that could also be suitable for building - all surrounded by picturesque trees & ferns! These lots are about 20 min. from both Ellijay & Amicalola Falls State Park (one of the top attractions in GA!). Just up the road a few miles is the Cartecay River & B.J. Reece Orchards. MLS 318636. $112,000

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BEAUTIFUL 2.59 ACRE LOT in the upscale gated community of Mountain Creek Hollow has 250+ feet of beautiful Fausett Creek frontage w/ all paved-road access! Subdivision features amenities such as a trout pond, butterfly garden, waterfalls, hiking trails & covered bridge w/ picnic area located right across from the noisy creek frontage. There are 275+/- acres of rolling scenic, wooded mountains & streams throughout the neighborhood. 20 minutes from both Ellijay & Jasper. No STR allowed. MLS 319473. $89,000

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3BR/3BA CABIN ON 4.24 ACRES! Year-round mountain view & all paved road access. Fully fenced-in flat area with grass in the backyard for your four-legged friends, a full basement & a main floor master. Lots of unique custom features. Close to hiking, fishing, USFS, rafting, and all that the beautiful North GA Mtns have to offer. Would make an excellent rental or full-time home. 15 minutes from Blue Ridge & 20 minutes to Murphy, NC. MLS 320903. $529,000

3BR/3BA SOLID LOG CABIN has 1,664 SF of space on 3 very private acres with a beautiful YEAR-ROUND MOUNTAIN VIEW. This cabin has had only one owner & has been immaculately maintained. The Owners also built out an absolutely gorgeous master suite on the terrace level, with French doors opening up to a very nice rock patio and they also created a nice, large master bath with jetted tub. The master bath even has radiant heat in the floor for those cool winter days! This is in addition to the original master BR on the main floor, and the third BR is also on the main. The great room on the main floor has a wood-burning stone FP and is open to the kitchen to make it easy to entertain. The deck is perfect for sitting back & taking in the beautiful view. Located only 15 minutes from Blue Ridge & close to hiking, fishing, rafting, etc. MLS 321121. $499,000

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LOG SIDED CABIN WITH MTN VIEWS! Open floor plan, KIT w/ granite & new appliances. HW floors, vaulted T&G ceilings & stacked stone FP. Master on main. Main floor also has guest BR & laundry. Large loft area w/ BA. Paved road & gated community. MLS 143495. $360,000

YOUR MOUNTAIN VIEW RETREAT AWAITS! 3BR/ 3BA with open floor plan. Easy flow from great room to the kitchen & dining area. Wall of windows, vaulted T&G ceilings, HW floors & fireplace. Spacious kitchen with pantry. 2-car garage w/ studio above. MLS 141954. $364,000

116.7 UNRESTRICTED ACRES! POND & CREEKS! This is the most pristine acreage in the county! Creeks that intertwine, streams, lovely rock formations, beautiful hardwoods & trail for hiking, ATV or hunting. The property is loaded with deer, turkey & wildlife. Old farmhouse & garage w/ workshop. Contents of home & garage w/ tractor & tools convey. Ideal investment for development, homestead for a family compound. MLS 143699. $748,000

MTN VIEW RETREAT! Wood ceilings, open floor plan, HW floors, great room w/ FP & wall of windows. Spacious KIT w/ granite. Primary suite w/ amazing views, private deck & BA. Fin. terrace level w/ full BA. Hot tub & fire-pit area. 2-car garage. MLS 143538. $650,000

THIS HOME COMES FURNISHED w/ mtn views & breathtaking sunsets! Custom home w/ wall of windows to enjoy the views, stone FP, vaulted T&G ceilings & HW floors. Spacious eat-in kitchen w/ granite & island. Main floor has a guest room suite. Upstairs is dedicated to the master suite w/ amazing views. There are 2 finished lower levels. 3 rocking chair decks. MLS 143543. $599,500

Cypress is extremely desirable for its strength and resistance! This solid log home is made for entertaining! The kitchen is open to the family room and dining room featuring beautiful granite countertops with built in wall oven, cooktop, and refrigerator. The kitchen has an abundance of counter, cabinet, and pantry space! The great room has a wall of windows, a two sided river rock fireplace, exposed beams, with a dining area featuring a turret ceiling and all of this is looking out onto the wrap around deck where you can escape to relax with so much nature to soak in on this beautiful 5.3 acre property. The home has so many improvements that have been done from the tile in the owners suite bath to the beautiful newly remodeled kitchen, and water filtration system! Step out onto the wrap around deck from the moment you awake to be captivated by the beautiful nature that surrounds you. The unfinished basement area has ample storage space and opportunity to have a hobby area OR game area and features a tandem garage! The home also has access to the Cartecay River to go on a picnic, read or float the river!!! Offered for $649,900.

Amazing River home minutes from Blue Ridge!

Fall in love with the peaceful sound of the river! This cabin is literally steps from jumping in and getting your tubing on. The front yard has space galore to play games and any activities that you love! If your a fisherman, this is your spot!! The dock is just a few steps away! Words cannot describe the cozy quaint feeling of this destination…must see to appreciate the value of this easy to get to river paradise!! From the drive in to the front porch through the house to the back screened in porch…the outdoors are calling your name on this one, as the night glistens and you can tell your favorite stories at the fire pit listening to the river. This cabin is minutes from Blue Ridge and McCaysville. The location is everything on this one!!!!  $849,900. MLS# 321517

Over 100 feet of river frontage and breathtaking mountain views await you at this rare find resort style log cabin. Ideal for rental or primary home. Property offered fully furnished with high end home furnishings. Spacious open floor plan includes 4 bedrooms, bonus loft and 3 bathrooms. Boasting over 2500 square feet of living space on 3 levels. Some of the many features of this home include wrap around porches, vaulted ceilings, indoor laundry/mud room, intricate wood detailing, updated flooring and top of the line electric/plumbing fixtures, HVAC systems brand new in 2020/2021, showcase river rock wood burning fireplace, enjoyable hot tub overlooking the cascading river, and so much more ! A fully remodeled kitchen boasts double wall ovens, impressive 3 tier dishwasher, induction cooktop, kettle faucet, solid surface counter tops, island with eat in area, farmers sink with disposal, ample counter/cabinet space, and large walk in pantry. Master bedroom is on the main level with double doors that overlook the covered porch and the river. Bathrooms have been remodeled and include stone sinks, extensive stone work and rustic accents. Private setting with level terrain. Screened area off 2 car garage with sink perfect for cleaning your fresh catch. Quiet and highly sought after location on the the the Toccoa River. Enjoy kayaking, tubing or fishing from your very own back yard! Excellent rental records. This property is a rare find! Offered for $1,249,000 MLS# 319540

Tips to Clean and Prep Your House for Winter

You’re about to be shut in for the season — here’s how to make sure your home is free of dust and dirt before you hunker down.

The heck with spring cleaning.

Our national obsession should be winter cleaning.

Why? We’re about to shut ourselves inside for months with all the dirt and grime our houses have gathered during those hot, dusty, open-window days of summer and fall. We’ll be living with indoor air quality that the EPA estimates could be five times more polluted than outdoor air.

But you can breathe easy — we’ve made up a checklist of must-do cleaning jobs that’ll get the dust out, spruce up your interiors for the coming holidays, and make those wintry days healthier — and safer — for you and your family.

Vacuum Dryer Vent

This little chore should definitely be on your list. It prevents lint build-up that can create a fire hazard.

Pull out the dryer as far as the vent pipe allows. Disconnect the vent pipe from the dryer, and clean the outlet hole in the back of the dryer with a shop vac or regular vacuum.

Clean the vent pipe with a dryer snake cleaning tool ($15 to $20). This is a rotary brush attached to a long cable. One end is fitted to the chuck of an electric drill that is used to rotate the cable and the brush.

1. Unscrew the exterior dryer vent cover

2. Feed the rotary brush into the vent opening, turning it on low speed

3. Feed the cable into the vent as far as it will go, then pull it back — don’t stop rotating the cable and brush

4. Repeat from the inside

5. Reconnect the vent, and turn on the dryer to flush the system of loose lint

6. Replace the exterior vent cover

Don’t use this tool on the flexible vent pipe sometimes used to connect the dryer to the vent wall outlet. Instead, remove the flexible pipe completely and use a vacuum with a narrow nozzle to clean out the pipe.

Wash and Disinfect Garbage Cans and Wastebaskets

You’re going to be shut in all winter with these little germ havens, so now’s a good time to clean them thoroughly. Take them outside where you can blast the insides with a garden hose, then add disinfectant.

Regular bleach is an effective disinfectant (one part bleach to six parts water) but we much prefer environmentally safe undiluted hydrogen peroxide or vinegar mixed 50/50 with water. Caution! Don’t mix hydrogen peroxide with vinegar — the result is harmful peracetic acid.

Let the garbage cans sit for an hour, then pour out the contents and scrub the insides with a stiff bristle brush to remove any residue. Rinse and, if possible, let the wastebasket dry in direct sunlight, which helps eliminate bacteria.

Wash and Disinfect Toilet Brush Holders

Take the holder and the brush outside, and spray wash thoroughly with a garden hose. Immerse the holder and brush in a bucket of hot water mixed with one of these solutions:

• 1 part bleach to 6 parts water

• 2 to 3 cups of environmentally friendly washing soda crystals

• A 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water

Let everything sit in the solution for a couple of hours, then rinse the holder and brush with a hose and place in direct sunlight to dry.

Turn Over Furniture and Vacuum the Bottoms

You might shift furniture around so you can vacuum the floor, but there’s another side to the story — the underside.

Tilt upholstered chairs and couches all the way back (much easier with two people) to expose the bottoms. The dust covers tacked underneath furniture can catch dreck and dust bunnies, so vacuum them off, being careful not to press too hard on the fabric.

Change Furnace Filters

You’ve heard it before, but change your HVAC filters! These dust-catching wonders keep particulates out of your air, making it easier on your floors, furniture, HVAC system, and lungs. Change at least every 60 days.

Air filters for furnaces are rated by level of efficiency. The higher the rating, the better the filter is at removing dirt, mold spores, and pet dander.

Filters are rated one of two ways (you’ll see the ratings on the packaging); higher numbers mean better efficiency, but there’s a point of diminishing returns — some filters with extremely high ratings also restrict air flow, making your HVAC work so hard that the system heats and cools inefficiently.

• Minimum efficiency rating values (MERV) for filters range from 1 to 16, but 7 to 13 is typical for households (14 and up are used in hospitals)

• Microparticle performance rating (MPR) range from 300 to 2400 Cheap filters cost about $2, but you’re better off paying $12 to $17 for a pleated filter with a 1250 MPR, or $20 to $25 for a filter rated 2400.

Clean the Tops of Doors, Trim, and Artwork Tables and countertops aren’t the only household items with horizontal surfaces. In fact, just about everything in your house except Rover’s tennis ball has some kind of horizontal surface where dust and dirt will nestle, often unnoticed. You’ll want to clean the top horizontal edges of:

• Interior doors

• Trim, including baseboards and chair rails

• Artwork and mirrors

• Electrical wall plates

• Wall-mounted smoke detectors, CO detectors, and thermostats

• Upper kitchen cabinets

• Light bulbs and light fixtures

• Computer monitors

• Books on shelves

Vacuum Behind the Fridge

If we’ve told you once…

OK, you get it. Your fridge needs to be cleaned periodically so that it operates at peak efficiency. Ignore this chore and face another $5 to $10 per month in utility costs. Worst case: a visit from an appliance repair pro who’ll charge $75 to $150 per hour!

The object is to clean the condenser coils. Here’s how:

If the condenser coils are on the bottom of the fridge, then you’ll need to clean them from the front of the unit.

• Take off the bottom faceplate to expose the coils.

• Clean dust using a condenser-cleaning brush ($8) or a long, thin vacuum attachment made for cleaning under refrigerators ($14).

You still should pull your refrigerator all the way out and vacuum up dirt and dust that accumulates in back of the unit. Unplug it while you work on it.

Put down a piece of cardboard so that grit under the wheels doesn’t scratch your flooring.

If the condenser coils are on the back of the refrigerator, then pull the unit out completely, and unplug it while you work on it.

• Brush or vacuum the coils to clean them, and clean up any dirt and dust on the floor.

While you’re at it, check to make sure your freezer vents are clear. Freezers circulate air to reduce frost, but piling up too much stuff in front of the little grill-like vents inside your freezer blocks their business.

Winterize Your Entry

Keep winter’s slush and gunk at bay by making your entryway a dirt guardian.

• Get a boot scraper ($19 to $35)

• Add a chair or bench for taking off boots, and have a boot rack for wet footwear

• Put down a tough coir outdoor doormat ($30 to $190) for cleaning footwear

Clean Windows

By some estimates, dirty window glass cuts daylight by 20%. That’s a lot less light coming in at a time of year when you really need it to help chase away winter blues.

Clean windows inside and out with a homemade non-toxic solution:

• 1/4 cup white vinegar

• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon eco-friendly dish detergent

• 2 cups water

Wipe clean and polish using microfiber cloths.

Clean Ceiling Fan Blades

Those big blades on your ceiling fan are great at moving air, but when they’re idle they’re big dust magnets — dust settles on the top surfaces where you can’t see it. Out of sight maybe, but not out of mind. Here’s an easy way to clean them: Take an old pillowcase and gently cover a blade. Pull it back slowly to remove the dust. The dust stays inside the pillowcase, which prevents dust from flying all over. Read more at www.houselogic.com.

this large tract with no restrictions. City Water & Electric run along main paved road. Easy access! MLS 319490. $248,500 29.40+/- ACRES of gentle slope laying land. Paved road access, electric on Bethlehem Rd. No restrictions. Close to Murphy, Ducktown, Copperhill, McCaysville, & Blue Ridge. In the heart of just where you would want to be in the state of Tennessee with no income tax! MLS 319488. $309,000

UNRESTRICTED ACRES! Do as you please w/ this large tract. Located only 10.5 miles from downtown Blue Ridge & 19 miles from the Casino in Murphy, NC. Close to McCaysville/Copperhill for shopping & eats. The possibilities on this gentle tract are endless! MLS 320972. $149,900

DEEP WATER 5BR/4BA LAKEFRONT HOME!! End of the road w/ lots of privacy, circular drive, curb appeal, private deep-water lot offering 3.06 acres & dock. Nice open space LR w/ gas log FP, dining area, kitchen w/ gas stove & screened in porch for enjoying the lake view. BR/BA on main level. Large 2BR/BA on 2nd floor & another screened porch to enjoy view. Terrace level has

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RIVER FRONT! Over 750 feet on the Hiawassee River. Incredible opportunity to own 29+/- unrestricted level and gentle acres with easy access from Fires Creek Road. Endless possibilities. This amazing property offers plenty of privacy, electric available and potentially 7 separate river lots, $633,000. MLS #313998

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THIS IS A RARE, minimally restricted 2.53 acre property where camping is permitted and you would not mind building your vacation/retirement home. No association and no fees. Paved road frontage, Underground power. Fiber optic internet available. Campers cannot be used as a permanent residence. Close to town, schools and shopping. $49,900. MLS #314295

GENTLE LOT WITH LOADS OF PRIVACY. Fenced front yard with mature landscaping. REAL log cabin. Nice screened porch to enjoy the lovely mountain weather. Open concept living & kitchen area with cathedral ceiling. Gas log stove in living area. Great for mountain get-away or year-round living! Close to town, schools and shopping. $239,000. MLS #320454

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WELL-MAINTAINED NEIGHBORHOOD with rock entrance and paved roads. Potential year-round mountain views with some tree clearing. Underground utilities are available. Deeded community creek access. Take advantage of this incredibly low price today. Adjoining lot also available. $13,500. MLS #318698

6.97 WOODED ACRES in the beautiful Fires Creek Cove Subdivision. Access to Fires Creek through the community pavilion. Located near the Fires Creek Wildlife Area with a waterfall and hiking & horseback riding trails. Close to town & Hayesville schools. $95,000. MLS

LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS from this cleared and ready to build on lot. 1.19 acre of gentle-laying property with end-of-road privacy.  Well and septic already installed. Paved road all the way to the top of the ridge. Five minutes to the County boat ramp on Lake Chatuge. Close to town, schools and shopping. Build your dream house in the mountains! $145,000. MLS

3BR/3BA HOME WITH A MOUNTAIN VIEW ON 2.8 ACRES. Hardwood floors, stacked stone floor to ceiling gas fireplace, updated kitchen with custom made light fixtures, granite counters, black walnut cabinetry, gas range/oven, top of the line dishwasher, movable kitchen island, plenty of storage. Parking area for an RV that includes water and electricity. Terrace level offers a complete apartment with bedroom, living room, concrete patio, full bath, washer/dryer hook up, and kitchenette. Whole-house generator. $488,500. MLS

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popular Fires Creek. Listen to the relaxing sounds of the creek from your oversized wraparound deck and enjoy the privacy of US Forest Service land on the other side of the creek. This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home sits on 1.4 acres and offers an open main living area, kitchen, laundry, and living room with gas fireplace on the terrace level. Close to the Fires Creek Recreation area that offers miles of hiking trails, a waterfall, and horseback riding. Stunning mountain views and impeccable workmanship showcases the best of mountain living. $799,900. MLS# 321247

FABULOUS LOCATION IN GATED COMMUNITY. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1.35 acres with breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Chatuge and the surrounding mountains. Great room with cathedral wood ceilings, gas log fireplace. Two bedrooms on main level and three extra rooms on walk-out terrace level. Large deck with fire pit. Oversized two-car garage, plenty of parking. $649,900. MLS #321239

WARM & WELCOMING 3-LEVEL, RUSTIC FARM-STYLE LAKEFRONT HOME at Pristine Lake Nantahala. A true must see this home does not disappoint. Main level has open GR w/ soaring ceiling height & an upscale kitchen w/ transom windows bringing in lots of natural light. Floor to ceiling stone FP in den area that leads to oversized covered porch w/ additional stone FP, perfect for entertaining. Primary BR on Main w/ upscale BA. Additional primary BR & BA + a wonderful pantry/laundry room complete the area. Next level of home has 3 additional sleeping areas w/ large BA & bunk room/den area w/ large porch & hot tub. Lower level of home opens to the easy access area to lake. Could easily be transformed to additional den/rec. room. $995,000

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED HOME situated on over 5 acres!!! Oversized Kitchen & dining room. Wonderful living room w/ high wood ceilings. Primary BR w/ large en suite BA & 2 additional BRs & full BA on the main level. Lower level is unfinished - continue to use as a storage/ workshop area or finish to add additional living space. Centrally located to several area lakes, Nantahala Gorge, Valley River & Cherokee Casinos. Don’t let this one get away! $279,000

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BEAUTIFUL LAKE GETAWAY at pristine Lake Nantahala. This home will not disappoint! Soaring stone fireplace & phenomenal views of lake and surrounding mountains. Upper level consists of open great room w/ high ceilings, upscale kitchen & detail oriented finishes throughout. Master BR overlooking lake has en suite BA w/ double vanity & granite. 2nd BR on main overlooking lake & an add’l office/bonus room on main making working from home convenient. Lots of outdoor living space on the upper & lower decks w/ great lake views. Lower level has oversized den/rec. room + 2BR/1BA. Lake Access to community dock if desired for add’l fee is a short distance away! $790,000

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NMLS #607580 GA #37301 Cell: 706.994.0215 O ce: 706.487.8001 Email: lisa.baxter@swbc.com

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Georgia’s 2nd oldest state park is located at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee National Forest. The park includes Neel Gap, a beautiful mountain pass near Brasstown Bald, the highest point in GA. Vogel is particularly popular during the fall when the mountains transform into a blanket of colored leaves. Hikers can choose from several trails: the popular 4-mile Bear Hair Gap loop, the lake loop that leads to Trahlyta Falls, or the challenging 13-mile Coosa Backcountry Trail. The park’s 22-acre lake is open to non-motorized boats. During summer, visitors can cool off at the mountain-view beach. This park is rich in history, with many facilities being constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corp during our nation’s Great Depression.

Spectacular scenery and hiking trails make this one of Georgia’s most popular state parks. At 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is the tallest cascade in the Southeast. Visitors have choices on how to best view the tumbling waters, ranging from an accessible pathway to a challenging trail with staircases. Those who tackle the latter can join the park’s Canyon Climbers Club. An 8.5-mile trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the famous 2,175-mile Appalachian Trail. Numerous other trails provide shorter day hikes. A mountain-top lodge is popular with guests who prefer hotel comforts, while cottages and a campground offer more rustic accommodations.

During the 1790s, James Vann became a Cherokee Indian leader, wealthy businessman, & established the largest & most prosperous plantation in the Cherokee Nation, covering 1,000 acres. In 1804 he constructed a beautiful brick home that was the most elegant in the Cherokee Nation. After Vann was murdered in 1809, his son Joseph inherited the property. Joseph was also a Cherokee leader and became more wealthy than his father. In the 1830s almost the entire Cherokee Nation was forced west on the infamous Trail of Tears. Today the Vann House survives as GA’s best-preserved historic Cherokee Indian home. A guided tour allows visitors to see the house which features beautiful hand carvings and more.

A scenic drive leads visitors to this mountain getaway. Hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders will find some of the most beautiful trails in GA, winding through forests and blueberry thickets, crossing streams and circling a lake. Hikers can also explore a stone fire tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps and an ancient rock wall which stand on the highest point of the mountain. The mysterious 855-footlong wall is thought to have been built by early Indians as fortification against more hostile Indians or for ancient ceremonies. During summer, visitors can cool off on a lakeside beach. Guided horseback rides are available throughout the year.

20 years before the famed 1849 gold rush in California, thousands of prospectors flocked into the Cherokee Nation in North GA, marking the true beginning of our country’s first gold rush. Their dramatic story is told inside the historic 1836 Lumpkin County Courthouse, the oldest courthouse in GA. Dahlonega prospered with this mining activity, and a U.S. Branch Mint opened in 1838, coining more than $6 million in gold before closing in 1861. The museum’s exhibits include a set of these coins, a nugget weighing more than five ounces, a large hydraulic cannon and nozzle used to blast soil from mountainsides, a film and gift shop.

Georgia’s highest state park encompasses some of the most outstanding scenery in GA’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Roadside overlooks provide spectacular 80-mile vistas, and 4 hiking trails lead visitors past wildflowers, streams, small waterfalls and lush forests. Visitors enjoy the summit visitor center for its views, gift shop and picnic tables. The park’s small lake is popular with anglers and circled by an easy walking trail. At an altitude of 3,640 feet, Black Rock Mountain is often cooler than other GA parks and may close during icy weather.

Janet Allen, Owner/Broker

Bill Cejka

Tiffany Hooper Pam Arrowood Tonia Haney Anderson

Jan Simony Georgia Simony Williamson

Carmolita Haney Brenda Jackson

Molly LeGrasso

Jeff DePaola

Mike DePaola Nona Hodnett

GOLF COURSE SUPERB LONG RANGE MTN VIEWS from your covered front porch at this 4/3 home on 2.32 acres with room for pets to roam or kids to play! Upstairs has 3/3, separate entry downstairs has 1/1, all fully remodeled. $425,000.

UP CLOSE MOUNTAIN VIEWS! 3/3.5 mtn home in the gated community Overlook at Kingwood. Wooden cath. ceiling & stack stone gas FP in LR, dining area & spacious Kit w/ granite countertops & plenty of cabinet space. Lg. Master suite, wall of windows for abundant light, garage parking & finished bonus room in lower level. Fire pit area in the backyard. $499,000. H320743GW.

LAKEFRONT LOT IN BELL CREEK COVE…$315,000! Deeded boat slip included at community dock, common area including boat ramp, covered FP w/ tables, lot is gentle & easy to build on. So easy & affordable! Q318496BJS.

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CREEKFRONT

LAKEFRONT

Five minutes to downtown shops! All paved road access and excellent long-range mountain views. Well cared for & spotless cabin. Your search will be over after seeing this lovely 2BR, 2BA furnished chalet just on the outskirts of Murphy. Cabin offers privacy and a light, bright & cheery great room, stone fireplace, open deck, and porch for watching deer & star gazing. Storage shed & extra land available. MLS 143745. $329,900

Unbelievable, in your face, long range mountain view, for sale that comes with a very nice built around mobile home featuring walls of windows facing the views and so much deck and outside spaces it will be hard to use it all. 2BRs, 1 full bath, screened in room off the living room for outdoor kitchen space. End of the road total privacy is yours with almost 4 acres of unrestricted paradise. MLS: 143382 $339,000

Impressive mountain property, with the potential for incredible mountain views. Imagine building a beautiful chalet or cabin on this property and being able to look out at everything that made you come to the mountains. Fiber optic internet currently being installed in this development and great cell service available (Verizon). Water rights convey with this land. MLS: 138901 $39,900

Beautiful Year-Round Long-Range Mountain Views! Over 5 acres of privacy to enjoy great mountain living. Building site ready for you to build your dream home. Horses welcome and enjoy the many riding and hiking trails available within the subdivision. Close to Appalachian Trail, Lake Chatuge, golfing, restaurants, and grocery stores. MLS 138400. $64,900

Private and Peaceful cabin in the woods of Murphy, NC, in a fantastic location and ready to use right away. This 2BR, 2BA beauty comes fully furnished, just the way you see it. Covered front porch is a dream to sit on and bird watch surrounded by the forest or cozy up to the wood burning fireplace. Convenient to Blairsville, and Blue Ridge. MLS: 140853 $279,000

Beautiful Year-Round Mountain Views, you could also have a year-round RIVER view by trimming a few trees. This chalet features a gas log fireplace in living room and open kitchen. The wrap around deck leads to a large, covered deck facing the mountain view and giving you plenty of outdoor space for entertaining. MLS: 140867 $279,995

Breathtaking view lot in The Springs! Gated, quiet community with current/active HOA. Build your dream home or just the perfect getaway cabin with water hookup available and a 2-bedroom septic system already in the ground. High-speed internet, all paved roads, and underground utilities in place. MLS: 139703. $53,900

One level living, ranch beauty offers so much with its rolling fenced in unrestricted land featuring gardens, barn, RV hookup and privacy all in an easy location PLUS fiber optic internet. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and living room with wood burning stove. Rocking chair front porch, full length of the home. MLS: 143397 $359,000

Great lot in Shooting Creek Trails subdivision with community water and community picnic area inside the subdivision. Seasonal views and close to Eagle Fork Winery. Enjoy the wildlife, and nature. Lovely community with privacy but still close to the charming towns of Hayesville, Hiawassee, and Franklin. MLS 143594. $25,900

Beautiful Penland Oaks subdivision Lots 8 & 49! Back-to-back lots are, so you can set your house off the road for that privacy that everyone is looking for. Lot 8 has an active septic permit. Deeded access to Lake Chatuge. Now is the time to build that little cabin in the woods that you have always wanted. MLS: 143306. $95,000

Fantastic comes to mind, as you pull up to this stately home through the rolling hills just 4 miles east of downtown Murphy, NC. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, almost 3 acres of land plus a beautiful crystal-clear pond with dock with lots of peace & quiet. Ultimate entertaining home and property! MLS 143739. $675,000

Peaceful, winding country roads lead you to this gentle, wooded building lot just a few minutes from downtown Murphy. Stroll through the mature hardwoods, evergreens, and other native plants, you will surely locate the perfect building site for your cabin, chalet or traditional home. MLS 143577. $15,000

Beautiful hardwood trees! This property will take you away from all the stress in the world. Power is a short distance away and buried phone lines nearby as well. Septic already in place; just add a well and you are ready to start building. Easy to walk property as there are already roads graded in. MLS: 142033 $45,000

Private, adorable cabin for your escape to the mountains. Beautifully furnished, custom finishes and high ceilings! Enjoy the large covered deck while watching the peaceful beauty of the mountains. A great getaway for you or keep it in a rental program. Included will be 3 additional lots. MLS 144016. $398,000

Complete cabin package like new and ready to go! Completely fenced in level and very usable property, big 2 car garage, fantastic location with super easy access. All one level cabin with 2-bedrooms, 2 full baths plus bonus space for an office area, high speed internet. Will not disappoint! MLS: 143960. $349,900

Ready to live off the grid, this is the perfect property. Over 50 CREEK FRONT acres, complete with Quonset hut that has power, well and septic already installed. Completely UNRESTRICTED gives you the freedom to do exactly what you want. MLS: 140046 $300,000

Kathy Varney

Michelle Spies

Suzi Henry Mick and Jane Goebel

Cindi Cappello Leslie Gibson Debbie Jackson

Larry Spies

Joan Posey-Neumann

Sara Posey Davis Louise McTaggart