north georgia mountains: ~~Repaz on Main~~Fine Dining in Blue Ridge - 08/10/08 03:50 PM
Blue Ridge has exploded with an influx of great shops over the last few years. East and West Main Street---the heart of the retail district---are lined with an eclectic mix of retail establishments: antique shops, art galleries, jewelry and clothing stores, gourmet food, coffee and candy shops. The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway begins its tour on the railroad tracks that run in between the two main streets, making this delightful part of town a mecca for visitors and locals alike.
The quaint shopping district is also home to several great restaurants. The newest addition is Repaz on Main. Located in a … (6 comments)

north georgia mountains: Georgia Mountain Fair--Where Fun, Music & Mountain Culture Meet - 07/19/08 03:25 AM

This year's Georgia Mountain Fair marks it's 60th ANNIVERSARY! This means this wonderful event is providing fun, food, and entertainment to a third generation of fair-goers.
The fair starts this coming Wednesday, July 21, and runs through July 31st. This year's musical acts include Roy Clark, Brenda Lee, the Bellamy Brothers, and Ray Price, to name but a few. Sunday, July 25, will feature a day of inspirational artists including The McKamey's and The Primitives.
Admission to the fair is only $9 per person, $8 on Customer Appreciation Day, July 28th.
The fair is held at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds … (8 comments)

north georgia mountains: I'm baaaack!! - 05/22/08 02:42 AM
For the better part of May, I have taken a breather from Active Rain.  Yes, I have been busy at work, but I had also gotten AR fatigue.  I try to put so much into my postings and into my interactions with my fellow Rainers, that it was consuming a lot of my time. Early mornings and late nights were spent huddled over my computer.  My husband was having a hard time recognizing me when I wasn't bathed in the glow of the computer screen. 
Plus, in all candor, I was getting discouraged because I wasn't getting the return on investment that other … (42 comments)

north georgia mountains: North Georgia Mountains -- May Calendar of Events - 04/30/08 03:27 PM
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north georgia mountains: Hoot Owl Hill, Blue Ridge, GA -- Living the Lush Life in Blue Ridge! - 04/26/08 12:45 AM
Hoot Owl Hill-Blue Ridge, GALocation: Wilscot WindsBeautiful three bedroom, three bath cabin oozing with rustic chic. The home is nestled in the lushly forested gated cabin community of Wilscot Winds.Soaring prow-style wall of windows and elegant stack-stone fireplace with generous hearth, along with an upscale kitchen, study, large bath are on the main floor. The full-finished basement with tongue & groove paneling has a wet bar with keg cooler, tap and icemaker; a full bath w/ rocked shower; bedroom. The pool table stays!The top floor of the cabin has a loft overlooking the sumptous great room and a master suite that … (10 comments)

north georgia mountains: Gensel Road, Blue Ridge, Georgia--Worthy of Its Perfect Setting - 04/26/08 12:39 AM
L-17 Gensel, Blue Ridge, GA -- Rustic Elegance in Twin Lakes!Location: Blue Ridge, GAElegant three-bedroom, two-bath dovetail log cabin in prestigious Twin Lakes. Large open kitchen with granite counters; luxurious master-on-main w/ French doors out to private deck; finished game/bonus room above the garage accessible via covered catwalk. Relax in the hot tub on the private screened deck, or take in the private lake views from the wrap-around porches and gazebo. All this elegance on over 2 acres. InformationContact Information Kim Southernkimsouthern@tds.net404-435-6470Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingAsking Price: $399,000Property LocationL-17 GenselBlue Ridge, GA 30513View MapLinksMy BlogMy WebsiteFeaturesBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Subdivision: … (2 comments)

north georgia mountains: Self-Guided Tour Maps Help You Discover the Magic of Blue Ridge - 04/22/08 01:25 AM
Spring has once again found its way to the beautiful mountains surrounding Blue Ridge. The forests are full of blooming dogwoods that make a showy splash of white among the towering hardwoods. Native azaleas are at their peak, proudly sporting their profusion of tangerine blossoms.  Sleeping late becomes a near impossibility because of the riot of bird calls that drift through the windows you have opened to let in the gentle Spring breezes. 
The mountains are beautiful year round, but there is something extra special about Spring.  If you have been waiting to visit Blue Ridge, now is the time!  To make it … (8 comments)

north georgia mountains: The Cherokee Rose--A Sweet Flower with a Bittersweet Legend - 04/20/08 04:10 AM
The lovely Cherokee Rose has begun blooming throughout the North Georgia mountains.  Native to China, the Cherokee Rose was introduced in America in the mid-1700's, probably by an English grower. Settlers began planting the rose bushes around their homes, as did the Cherokee Indians who, lest we forget, were gardeners and farmers, too. 
Adopted as the Georgia state flower in 1916, the Cherokee Rose has waxy apple-green leaves and fragrant white or light pink blooms. The fast-growing shrub can obtain heights of up to 15 feet when given the opportunity to grow vertically.  Unlike its more fussy rose cousins, the Cherokee … (5 comments)

north georgia mountains: Dipping my toe in the water... - 01/27/08 09:33 AM
So...Day Three on ActiveRain. It's still very mysterious to me as I'm not sure exactly how this works and how it benefits me.  I sort of feel like I'm shooting in the dark.  But...for now, I'm gonna keep shooting!
I had a good day yesterday. Showed property all day to a wonderful couple from FL who are looking for something in the $250K-$300K range.  For the time being this will be a second home, with the thought in mind that at some point in the not too distant future this will be a full-time residence.  We looked at about 10 properties all together, most in … (13 comments)