mountain living team: What to do on the First Day of Summer in the Murphy NC mountains! - 06/19/12 11:41 PM
What to do on the First Day of Summer in Murphy, NC and how to enjoy it. Summer Solstice - longest day of the year starts today, June 20, 2012. Here in Murphy, NC its been feeling a little like summer these last few days, but today is the official start of Summer.So what are some of the great things to do in Murphy, NC this Summer, you ask?How about cooling off in the many lakes and rivers with these wet n’ wild water Outdoor Activities in the Mountains. We’ve got white water rafting, tubing, boating and all kinds of activities … (2 comments)

mountain living team: Looking for an amazing restaurant in the Hiawassee, GA mountains? - 06/19/12 08:10 AM
Looking for an amazing restaurant in the Hiawassee, GA mountains? Well do we have one for you... Michaelee’s Chocolate Caffe is located in beautiful downtown Hiawassee, GA in the Timberlake Village. It’s also right down the street from our Hiawassee Coldwell Banker High Country office - don’t you know we’d love to have lunch a few times a week if we were in that office more, but for now it's quite a treat for us. Michaelee's Caffe is a full service boutique restaurant with very, and I mean very, generous portions, that also specializes in amazing desserts and espresso based coffee … (3 comments)

mountain living team: Fishing on the western NC Lakes, Rivers and Creeks - 06/16/12 11:41 AM

There are so many places in western NC and the surrounding GA and TN mountains around us to enjoy fishing. Favorites are largemouth and smallmouth bass, striper, crappie, catfish and trout. in our pristine lakes, rivers and creeks.On March 31, 2012, seventeen-year-old Tyler Shields of Murphy, NC thought he was fishing for largemouth bass when he headed out with friends to Hiwassee Lake. What he boated instead was a 66-pound striped bass that shattered the state’s freshwater record - and topped by 2 pounds the North Carolina saltwater striper record as well.Besides all the rivers and creeks around these mountain … (6 comments)

mountain living team: Spacious 3/2 MH in a peacefull and private setting in Marble, NC - 06/16/12 09:50 AM
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mountain living team: What to do in the Blue Ridge, GA mountains...Mercier Orchards - 06/15/12 07:50 AM
What to do in the Blue Ridge, GA mountains...Mercier Orchards
 
We're fortunate to live in Murphy, NC and be just minutes to the TN and GA state lines.  One of our favorite stops to make over in the Blue Ridge, GA area is at the Mercier Orchards for their famous Fried Pies. They have all kinds of flavors like... Peach, Guava, Cherry, etc... but Apple is still my favorite. Of course we usually leave with a box of fried pies and some Apple Bread and Cider too.
     
Mercier Orchards is a family owned and operated apple orchard. Started … (4 comments)

mountain living team: Amazing mountain views of three states from The Sanctuary in Murphy NC - 06/15/12 01:47 AM
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mountain living team: Thankful Thursday honoring Flag Day in the Murphy, NC mountains - 06/14/12 12:24 AM
Thankful Thursday is the perfect time to observe Flag Day here in the western Murphy, NC mountains. You’ll see flags proudly displayed throughout the year here in our small communities and businesses, but in June and July Old Glory waves freely! Remembering how our great country started and the sacrifices so many have made to keep us all safe and free.Have you ever wondered how Flag Day got started... On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress replaced the British symbols of the Grand Union flag with a new design featuring 13 white stars in a circle on a field of blue … (1 comments)

mountain living team: What to do in downtown Murphy, NC... the Historical Museum - 06/13/12 06:59 AM
What to do in downtown Murphy, NC...the Historical MuseumIf you're in downtown Murphy, NC you won't want to miss stopping in the Cherokee County Historical Museum!  You can't miss the Historic Courthouse, and the museum is just a few doors down from it.The museum reflects the life of the Cherokee Indian during the time of the Cherokee Nation before their removal along the "Trail of Tears" to Oklahoma. Our little museum is packed full with Native-American artifacts, Pioneer Implements, Antique Firearms, Period Dress, Early School House Room, Photographs, Quilts and a Log Cherokee Dwelling circa 1800.
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mountain living team: Unrestricted 5.50 acres with 278 ft on the Nottely River in Murphy, NC - 06/12/12 12:02 AM
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mountain living team: Mountain Chalet with 3 Car Garage in the Copperhill, TN mountains - 06/08/12 07:56 AM
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mountain living team: John C. Campbell Folk School Annual Gala & Benefit Auction on June 9 - 06/07/12 09:52 PM
Well, it’s auction time here at the Folk School and we are gearing up for the Annual Gala and Benefit Auction at the John C. Campbell Folk School this Saturday night, June 9, 2012 and starts at 5 pm. Last year’s Gala was amazing and this year’s improvements will make the event even better. For the first time this year they will be adding an online auction to the festivities. This event helps strengthen your Folk School and allows folks to get a glimpse of the beautiful work done by our instructors and students.
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mountain living team: Nate's Country Store in Murphy, NC is now under New Ownership! - 06/07/12 03:22 AM
Nate's Country Store in Murphy, NC is now under NEW OWNERSHIP! New proud new owners, Michael and Alicia said “Our clients are the Most Important things on our minds! Our main focus is to offer our local patrons Great Service, customer satisfaction, and create a place to visit and enjoy in comfort. We will be keeping our store fully stocked and our products fresh.”  Michael and Alicia bought a summer home here in Murphy, NC mountains a few years ago through us and recently decided to leave Florida and move here full time and invest in a business to own and … (9 comments)

mountain living team: Mark your calendars - Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games - 06/05/12 11:46 PM
Mark your calendars for the Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games for this weekend, June 9th and 10th! Each year the Scottish Festival is started off on Friday with the Kilted Golf Classic at Butternut Creek Golf Course and the Ceilidh Dinner.

Saturday and Sunday follow and are filled with the sounds of bagpipes, drums and the colorful display of flags and tartans throughout the lovely setting along the creek at Meeks Park in Blairsville, GA.
 
So Many Clan Tents…What is a Clan? The Gaelic word Clan means family or tribe.  Each clan has its own tartan which … (4 comments)

mountain living team: Stop by the Cedar Valley Farmers Market in downtown Murphy, NC - 06/05/12 08:03 AM


Come out and visit the Cedar Valley Farmers Market is located in downtown Murphy, NC on the square. You’ll find a vast selection of fruits, vegetables, local specialties, pottery, jewelry, photography, quilts, wood turning, pottery and all kinds of unique mountain crafts. Stop by the Cedar Valley Farmers Market Saturdays from 10am - 2pm during the months of April thru October.
 
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mountain living team: Have you seen all there is to do in Copperhill, TN yet? - 06/04/12 12:59 PM
Have you seen all there is to do in Copperhill, TN yet?  If you’ve been looking to buy a home or land in the Murphy, NC or Blue Ridge, GA mountains, don’t forget about our neighbor - Copperhill, TN and all it has to offer!Just over the state line of NC and GA are Ducktown and Copperhill, TN. We are so close that many people in NC or GA will go to the Copper Basin Hospital and of course we always can get the best prices on gas just over the state line too.Just past Copperhill and Ducktown and you’re into … (0 comments)

mountain living team: Gorgeous land in Murphy, NC with mountain views to build your Cabin - 06/04/12 12:57 PM
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mountain living team: Nottely Ridge Riverfront home & USFS mountain views in Murphy, NC - 06/03/12 08:46 AM
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mountain living team: House on Wheels in the Murphy, NC mountains for Speechless Sundays - 06/03/12 02:31 AM

Speechless Sunday in the Murphy NC mountains and how would you like to have this little home on wheels? While Lee was out showing cabins and land to Clients they drove past this home on the go and stopped and talked to the gentleman building it.  It actually had walnut floors in it, that Lee said were gorgeous, where they’d gotten a piece and had it milled.
 Not sure how well the shingle roof would do if you hit the highway with it, but it sure was a cute little get-away. If this is a little too small for … (7 comments)

mountain living team: Silent Saturday with scenes from the Murphy, NC mountains - 06/02/12 10:16 AM

Silent Saturday in the western NC mountains but this old barn might have a lot to say! This is just one of the scenes you'll see while out driving around in Murphy, NC and the surrounding north GA and east TN mountain roads. Don't worry if we're out showing you properties too - we'll always stop for a good photo along the way!
 
For more information about Buying, Selling and Living in Western NC mountains contact Lee & Carol Barbour ~ The Mountain Living Team  www.MurphyMountainLiving.com
Licensed and Serving the western NC, northeast GA and east TN Mountains
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mountain living team: Lakefront land with mountain views in Murphy, NC - 06/02/12 10:00 AM
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Lee & Carol Barbour, REALTORS, Mountain Living Team in Murphy NC and North GA  (Murphy and Hayesville, NC; Hiawassee, Blairsville, Blue Ridge GA)

Lee & Carol Barbour, REALTORS

Mountain Living Team in Murphy NC and North GA

Murphy, NC

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Murphy and Hayesville, NC; Hiawassee, Blairsville, Blue Ridge GA

Address: 4290 US Hwy 64 West, Murphy, NC, 28906

Office: (866) 835-8500

Mobile: (828) 361-9713

Lee and Carol Barbour - The Mountain Living Team are Realtors in the Murphy, NC mountains and live, play and sell real estate in Murphy and Hayesville NC and Hiawassee, Blairsville and Blue Ridge GA and Copperhill TN. Follow our blog to see the scenery, outdoor activities, homes, land and mountain lifestyle we love!



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