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Towns County
H I AWA S S E E & YO U N G H A R R I S , G A
Never Out of Season!
2015
COMMUNITY GUIDE &
BUSINESS DIREC TORY
www.MountainTopGA.com
CONTENTS
Welcome........................................ 3
At a Glance.................................... 4
Important Numbers...................... 6
Calendar of Events....................... 7
Housing & Relocation.................. 8
Business & Industry.................... 16
Visitors Guide.............................. 17
Schools & Education.................. 33
Health & Wellness....................... 36
The Towns County Chamber of
Commerce is here to help with all the
information and assistance you need —
whether it’s relocating a business or
relocating yourself to our beautiful community. Chamber President Candace
Lee (left) and Tourism Director Jane
Holland are at your service!
Worship & Religion.................... 40
Chamber Directory..................... 41
TOWNS COUNTY
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1411 Jack Dayton Circle
Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 896-4966
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WELCOME
WELCOME TO TOWNS COUNTY
Quit wishin’ — and start following
your dreams for mountain living!
M
ountain living is
on the “bucket list”
for many people. They
dream of leaving the noise and congestion behind for a simpler life where
the pace is slower and the folks are
friendlier. A vacation or visit to the
North Georgia mountains usually
seals the deal. Just one look at our
stunning mountains and lakes, and
they’re ready to move. Yet, it can be a
daunting decision to pull those dreams
out of the bucket — and into reality.
“Where will we live?” “What’ll we do for
entertainment?” “What if I need a
doctor?” It’s a big change, to be sure —
but one that many happy Towns
County residents have made before.
These mountain dreamers followed
their hearts and discovered the perfect
“not-too little” and “not-too-big” place
to call home. After all, what’s not to
like? The weather is fantastic (not
too hot, not too cold). There’s always
something to do (indoors or out).
And it’s just hard to beat the smalltown friendliness (warning, you will
see someone you know at the grocery
store!). With a thriving college
community at the heart of it all,
Towns County is also alive with
cultural opportunities. There are nice
restaurants and live music venues for
a great night out. But there are also
plenty of magical sunsets and starry
nights for enjoying at home (for the
record, a hot tub is required equipment
for any true mountain home). In the
pages that follow, we hope you will
find everything you need to follow
your dreams for mountain living! m
Hightower Creek Vineyards
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AT A GLANCE
TOWNS COUNTY AT A GLANCE
Tucked away in a quiet
corner at the very top of
Georgia, Towns County
captivates visitors with its
quiet charm and genuine
Southern hospitality.
T
owns County — known
as “the top of Georgia”
— borders North Carolina
in the beautiful Northeast Georgia
mountains. Much of the county lies
in protected state and federal forestland. From waterfalls and rushing
creeks to the deep blue waters of
Lake Chatuge, water is everywhere!
In fact, one of the things that makes
Hiawassee so different from other
towns in the area is that Lake
Chatuge can be experienced from so
many places within the county. The
lake is in dazzling view as you travel
the county’s main roadway (Hwy. 76)
— and its many coves weave in and
out of the town of Hiawassee.
Towns County was created in 1856
and named for George Towns — the
governor of Georgia from 1847 to
1851; it was originally inhabited by
Cherokee Indians. The first white
settlers, attracted by the promise of
Rhododendrons near Lake Chatuge
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free land, arrived after the Indian
cessions of 1818 and 1819. The
county seat, Hiawassee was incorporated in 1956, although it was
originally incorporated in 1870
as Hiwassee. The original name is
from the Cherokee for “meadow”
or “savanna.” Hiawassee is approximately 110 miles from Atlanta and
just a few miles south of North
Carolina, which shares a border with
Towns County. m
4th of July Boat Parade
AT A GLANCE
POINTS OF INTEREST
Brasstown Bald, the highest
mountain in Georgia at 4,784 feet,
lies on the southwestern border with
Union County. On a clear day, you
can see several states.
Chattahoochee National Forest,
created in 1937 and now comprising
more than 57,000 acres, lies partially
within Towns County’s 166 square miles.
Lake Chatuge, a 7,050-acre manmade lake built in the early 1940s,
has 128 miles of shoreline with 189
square miles of watershed.
The Chatuge Dam is located on
the Hiwassee River at mile 121. The
river’s headwaters are on the northern side of Unicoi Gap.
The county’s second major river,
the Tallulah (Falls) River, enters
Georgia in the county’s northeast
corner.
Unicoi Turnpike was the first
public road constructed in the
county. It passes through Unicoi Gap
in Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains.
Fred Hamilton Rhododendron
Gardens, which is the largest rhododendron garden in the state, was
named for a local resident who developed the only domestic yellow azalea
in existence.
In 1950, local resident E. N.
Nicholson organized the first
Georgia Mountain Fair, which was
an agricultural exposition that also
showcased skills and crafts from the
region’s traditional mountain lifestyle.
The fair has since become one of the
largest annual events in North Georgia.
The famous Appalachian Trail
draws hikers and adventurers who
can access the trail along county’s
southern and eastern borders.
Brasstown Bald
DEMOGRAPHICS
CLIMATE
84.0º F ( July normal high)
67.9º F (average annual high)
24.7º F ( January normal low)
43.3º F (average annual low)
55.99" (average annual rainfall)
4" (average annual snowfall)
(Source: U.S. Climate Data as measured
at the Blairsville Experiment Station)
COUNTY DESIGNATIONS
Appalachian Trail Community
Camera Ready Community
Entrepreneur Friendly
Community
Upper Hiwassee Highlands
American Viticultural Area
Towns County Population
10,771 (2013)
12,193 (2015 projected)
Hiawassee Population
891 (2013)
Young Harris Population
899 (2013)
Persons Per Square Mile
62.9 (2010)
Households
4,261
Per Capita Income
$37,603 (2013)
Homeownership Rate
84.8% (2009-2013)
Median Value of Owneroccupied Housing
$164,000
(Source: U.S. Census Bureau & Georgia
Department of Labor)
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
CITY OF HIAWASSEE
50 River Street, Hiawassee
City Hall
(706) 896-2203
Mayor
Barbara Mathis
(706) 896-2202
[email protected]
CITY OF YOUNG HARRIS
5187 Maple Street, Young Harris
City Hall
(706) 379-3171
Mayor
(706) 379-3171
Andrea Gibby
[email protected]
TOWNS COUNTY COMMISSION
48 River Street, Hiawassee
Commissioner
Bill Kendall (706) 896-2276
[email protected]
GEORGIA GOVERNOR
Nathan Deal
(404) 656-1776
GEORGIA STATE
REPRESENTATIVE (8TH DISTRICT)
Stephen Allison (R)
(706) 745-2210
EORGIA STATE SENATOR
G
(DIST. 50)
John Wilkinson (R)
(706) 886-1898
U.S. HOUSE OF
REPRESENTATIVES (9TH DIST.)
Doug Collins (R)
(770) 297-3388
U.S. SENATORS
Johnny Isakson (R)
David Perdue (R)
(770) 661-0999
(678) 248-6444
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Emergencies Dial 911
Chatuge Regional
Hospital
(706) 896-2222
EMS Business Office (706) 896-7460
Fire & Rescue Office (706) 896-6990
Towns County Fire
Department (Station 1) (706) 896-2090
Young Harris Fire
Department (Station 2) (706) 379-3060
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EMERGENCY SERVICES continued
Georgia State Patrol
(Blue Ridge) (706) 632-2215
Hiawassee City Police
(weekdays) (706) 896-2202
(weekends)
(706) 896-7460
Sheriff ’s Office
(706) 896-4444
Poison Control
(800) 282-5846
Jail
(706) 896-5474
TRASH
Sunnyside Road/Hwy. 288, Hiawassee
Mon.-Thurs: 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m.,
Sat: 8 a.m.- 1 p.m., Closed Fri. & Sun.
See the Member Directory at the back of this
guide for garbage collection services.
(706) 896-3149
Scale House
Transfer Station
(706) 896-5743
DRIVERS LICENSE OFFICE
149 Chase Drive, Blairsville
Thurs. & Fri. only: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
www.dds.ga.com
(706) 781-2426
(706) 896-3632
ELECTRICITY
Blue Ridge Mountain EMC
www.brmemc.com
(706) 379-3121
WATER & SEWER
Hiawassee
(706) 896-2885
Young Harris
(706) 896-2885
Towns County
(706) 896-4372
PHONE/TV & INTERNET
BRMEMC
(706) 379-3121
Windstream
(800) 501-1754
DSL is available through both companies.
POST OFFICES
Hiawassee 118 N. Main Street
Young Harris 5171 College Street
(706) 379-3240
TOWNS COUNTY SCHOOLS
School District
(706) 896-2279
Head Start/Pre-K
(706) 896-4272
Elementary School
(706) 896-4131
Middle School
(706) 896-4131
High School
(706) 896-4372
Afterschool Program (706) 896-2279
LIBRARIES
Mountain Regional
(706) 379-3732
698 Miller Street, Young Harris
(706) 896-6169
Towns County
99 South Berrong Street, Hiawassee
OTHER NUMBERS
Building Inspector/Permits
Chamber of Commerce
Child Development Office
City of Hiawassee
City of Young Harris
Clerk of Superior Court
Coroner’s Office
County Agent
District Attorney
DNR Game & Fish Office
Elections Department
Environmental Regulations
Family & Children Services
Georgia Forestry Service Office
Georgia Mountain Fair Office
(706) 896-0938
(706) 896-4966
(706) 896-4040
(706) 896-2203
(706) 379-3171
(706) 896-2130
(706) 489-9519
(706) 896-2024
(706) 896-6489
(706) 896-2505
(706) 896-6920
(706) 896-3159
(706) 896-3524
(706) 896-2499
(706) 896-4191
Health Department
Humane Society
Judge of Superior Court
Probate Judge/Magistrate
Recreation Department
Registrar’s Office
Road Dept./County Maint.
Senior Center
State Transportation Dept.
Tax Assessor’s Office
Tax Commissioner
Towns County Herald
Veterans Administration
Voter Registration
(706) 896-2265
(706) 781-3843
(706) 896-4509
(706) 896-3467
(706) 896-0543
(706) 896-4353
(706) 896-2072
(706) 896-3138
(706) 896-3494
(706) 896-3984
(706) 896-2267
(706) 896-4454
(706) 896-4353
(706) 896-4638
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
From moonshine
to music, our
unique mountain
heritage is cause
for celebration!
FEBRUARY
Brasstown Valley Resort
Sweetheart Show
MARCH
Spring Wine Highway Weekend
APRIL
H
amilton Gardens Rhododendron
Festival (through May)
B
ud Break Wine Highway Weekend
Young Harris Spring Show
MAY
Brasstown Mother’s Day Show
Georgia Metric Century Road
Bike Ride
Georgia Mountain Eggfest
Towns County FFA Rodeo
JUNE
Appalachian Wine, Jazz &
Art Festival
The Ridges Landing Arts &
Craft Show
Antique & Classic Boat
Rendezvous
Mountain Fling Art Show
JULY
Lake Chatuge Boat Parade
Independence Day Fireworks
Georgia Mountain Fair
AUGUST
Georgia Mountain Moonshine
Cruiz-In
Dash to the Vineyard 10K Race
Young Harris Art Fest
SEPTEMBER
Celebrate Autumn Art Show
Georgia Mountain Pickleball Classic
OCTOBER
Wine Around the Square
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
John C. Campbell Folk School
Fall Festival
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
NOVEMBER
Blacksmith & Fine Craft Auction
Brasstown Holiday Show
Mistletoe Market Art Show
DECEMBER
Christmas at Young Harris
Holiday Weekend in Mountain
Wine Country
Christmas Tour of Homes
SEASONAL/OCCASIONAL
Concerts & Dances
Peacock Playhouse and Licklog
Players Performances
Georgia Mountain Eggfest
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts
Association Shows & Exhibits
Winery Tastings & Tours
Rollins Planetarium Shows
Young Harris College Concerts,
Plays & Exhibits
For an up-to-date
list of events, please visit
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HOUSING & RELOCATION
PICK YOUR VIEW
Home styles range from simple cabins to
soaring lake homes, but they all have one
thing in common — spectacular views!
O
ne of the joys of
mountain living is that
almost anywhere you look,
there’s a view waiting to be captured!
Towns County is unique in that it
offers water and mountain views
(and, if you play your cards right, an
incredible combination of the two!).
To bring all of that outside in, many
homeowners design their homes with
floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as
plenty of outdoor living space.
Towns County offers an incredible
variety of housing options — at a
variety of price points. Weekenders
and pre-retirees can easily find a
moderately priced vacation home,
while full-timers, families and seniors
have plenty of choices for year-round
living. Tax rates are also reasonable at
$4.14 per $1,000. The annual tax on
the typical Towns County residence
valued at $200,000 is just $996 with
homestead exemption. The property
tax would be $1,173 on a home of the
same value in the city of Hiawassee
or $1,191 in the city of Young Harris.
LIVE THE LAKE LIFE
Waterfront property is incredibly
desirable anywhere you look, but even
more so along the shores of Lake
Chatuge. The lake is nestled among
protected forestlands and much of its
shoreline is never to be developed.
Even better, some 75 percent of lake
frontage enjoys year-round water
without the substantial seasonal
draw-downs of
other area lakes.
Housing options
run a gamut of
styles and prices.
A 3/2 condo in
Lake Chatuge’s
premier lakefront
condo devel8
Photos courtesy of
Brown Haven Builders
opment recently listed for $249,000,
which includes a two-car garage, covered dock and deeded deep water
boat slip. An older, remodeled 3/2
lake home on a private, wooded lot
could be had for $265,000, with a
luxury 3/3 in a lakefront community
priced at $599,999. Of course, prices
can soar from $799,999 up to $1.6
million or more for a more substantial
custom home with upwards of eight
bedrooms. Inventory along the lake
is generally tight, with only 40 to 50
homes and about as many lots listed
at any given time.
CATCH A VIEW
Just as in-demand are mountain-view
building lots. Of course, price is dictated by the location, topography and
view. Keys terms to watch for are
“seasonal” vs. “year-round” views.
Most desirable are “long-rage” and
“stacked” views. An 8+ acre building
site with 360-degree mountain views
recently listed at $174,900, and a
5.27 acre site with a fantastic view
of Brasstown Bald was offered at
$119,000. Yet, a smaller lot
with long range, year-round
mountain views just minutes
from downtown could be
had for as little as $32,000.
SETTLE IN TO
SINGLE-FAMILY
Small, older homes with one
to two bedrooms are available starting in the $69,000$89,000 range, yet many are
better suited for seasonal or
weekend living. Larger 3and 4-bedroom homes with
newer construction can be
had in the $129,000-$169,000
range and generally come with
finished basements, lofts and larger
acreage. Larger, year-round homes
can be found in the $179,000$249,000 range. These are typically
3/2.5 to 4/3s spread across multilevels (full basement, main level
and upper level)
with covered
porches, wraparound decks and
cathedral ceilings.
Larger, “prowfront” homes
dominate the
upper end of the
2014 TOWNS COUNTY
REAL ESTATE
Total Homes Sold = 230
Total Sold Volume = $44,788,200
Average List Price = $211,877
Average Sold Price = $194,731
Median Sold Price = $163,750
Lowest Sold Price = $11,000
Highest Sold Price = $1,200,000
price range ($300,000+), complete
with stacked decks, plenty of
windows and spacious basements.
Be sure to check the Towns County
Chamber Directory for a complete list of
real estate professionals and builders. r
TAX INFORMATION
Visit the Towns County Board of Tax
Assessors website at www.qpublic.
net/ga/towns for more details on
taxes and exemptions.
Sales Tax = 3% (Local) + 4% (State)
Personal Income Tax = 6%
Corporate Income Tax = 6%
Property Tax = $4.14 per $1,000
levied on the assessed value of the
property, which is 40% of the fair
market value.
Homestead Valuation Freeze
Exemption — Freezes the valuation of
property at the base year valuation for
as long as the homeowner owns and
resides on the property.
Standard Homestead Exemption —
$2,000 is deducted from the 40%
assessed value.
Elderly General Exemption — $4,000
reduction in value if income for individuals 65+ does not exceed $10,000.
Elderly School Tax Exemption —
Up to $10,000 reduction in value if
income for individuals 62+ does not
exceed $10,000.
Floating Inflation-Proof Exemption —
For appraisal values that increase more
than $10,000 for individuals 62+ with
income not exceeding $30,000.
Disabled Veterans Exemption — Up
to $50,000 off the value for a qualifying disabled veteran.
Homestead Exemption for
Unremarried Surviving Spouse —
Up to $50,000 off the value for the
surviving spouse of a member of the
armed forces who was killed in any
war or armed conflict.
Property Tax Deferral Program —
Qualified property owners 62+ with
a gross income of $15,000 or less
may defer payment of ad valorem
taxes on part or all of the homestead
property (generally until the property
ownership changes).
Homeowners Tax Relief Grant — A
credit on property tax bills when funded
by the Georgia General Assembly.
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MAKING THE MOVE
Realtor Faron King
provides the answers
By Faron W. King,
Broker, Coldwell
Banker High
Country Realty
B
orn and raised in Towns
County, Faron King
remains one of the area’s
biggest fans! Here, he answers
some common questions asked by
home buyers.
Q: We want to purchase a home in
the mountains now with the idea of
retiring in 5-10 years. Any advice for
“pre-retirees?”
A: Yes, many people are looking for
a getaway cabin until they can move
Photo courtesy of Coldwell Banker
High Country Realty
here full time. What I tell them is
to plan on being here more than you
think! What is attractive to you now
is only going to grow more attractive
with time. So, it’s important to think
through the size and style of your
home. Most folks think cabin. Typically that entails a smaller space with
multiple levels. When they retire in
10 years, they suddenly find that the
cabin is too small for full-time living
— or they get tired of climbing stairs
all the time. So, my advice is to buy
the home you ultimately envision
yourself being in. That may include
things like having the master bedroom and laundry room on the main
floor so that you’re not climbing
stairs all the time.
Q: Can we afford to live on the lake?
A: Lake living has gotten more
affordable in the last several years.
A lot of folks start their search over at
Lake Burton or Lake Rabun, which
Sailing on Lake Chatuge
are geographically very close, but are
world’s away in terms of price and
availability. Once they realize they
are not going to be able to get what
they want, they come explore Lake
Chatuge — and find that they can
live on a gorgeous, uncrowded mountain lake much more affordably.
Q: Is condominium living an option
in Towns County?
A: Yes! An option that is exclusive to
our region is lakeside condominiums.
There are several excellent condo
communities here where you can get
a very nice home on the lake with a
deeded boat slip in the $250,000 to
$325,000 range. That’s for a nicely
finished 3/2.5. You get the joys of
lake living without all the upkeep.
Q: Are there any deals to be had?
A: In my opinion, the real sleeper
property is lots and acreage. There
was too much inventory during the
market turn-down, so there’s an
abundance of quality vacant lots —
everything from subdivision lots to
raw land and large-acreage tracts.
That said, we repeatedly hear from
buyers that prices here are so much
more attractive than Highlands, NC,
and other nearby mountain and
resort communities.
Q: What about building a home
from scratch?
A: With so many great deals on
building lots, a lot of people are making the decision to build exactly what
they want. We have a great group of
quality builders here and bankers
who really know how to work with
folks who want to build a home. o
We protect the things that matter most!
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NOTES FROM A BUILDER
Current design trends
favor laid-back living.
By John Allen
Owner,
Brown Haven
Builders
W
ith all the amazing
views and unique
topography, builders
have some incredible opportunities
to create truly unique homes that
embrace all the magic of the mountains. Current trends in mountain
home design favor immensely livable
spaces brimming with style and
function. Here are just a few design
trends that I’ve shared with our
customers recently:
MIX-AND-MATCH MATERIALS
The days of all-wood or all-brick are
fading as builders experiment with
intriguing mixtures. At Brown Haven,
we utilize Hardie Board siding mixed
with stacked stone, wood shake and
metal roofing for a beautiful effect.
LOW-MAINTENANCE DESIGN
Durable fiber cement siding (aka
Hardie Board) is the ultimate low-
maintenance material. Ditto for
vinyl windows and fiberglass doors.
Another eye-pleasing trend is the use
of metal pipes (rustic or finished) on
deck and porch railings in lieu of the
more traditional wooden pickets.
Mix in some 30-year architectural
grade shingles and seamless gutters,
and you can put home maintenance
duties on the shelf !
Photo courtesy of
ENERGY-EFFICIENT
CONSTRUCTION
With 2x6 exterior framing, you
can take your R-value up a notch —
whether via sprayed-in insulation or
traditional fiberglass batts. An added
benefit of sprayed-in insulation is that
it settles in to fill all the voids, adding
an amazing level of sound deadening.
OUTDOOR FIREPLACES
If there is one trend that has taken
the mountains by storm, it’s the outdoor fireplace. Typically located in
a cozy corner of a covered deck or
porch, a gas log or traditional fireplace has become the focal point of
laid-back outdoor living.
HARDSCAPES
Expanding outdoor living spaces
with “hardscapes” is another current
megatrend. Craftsmen use natural
flagstone and fieldstone as well as
engineered stone (a mix of powdered
rock, resin and pigment) to create
elegant outdoor patios, porches and
walkways that tie together the indoors and outdoors for the ultimate
in mountain living. m
LIVE LONG AND WELL
Retire to the best lifestyle
in North Georgia!
R
etirement-friendly
communities don’t get
much friendlier than ours.
The healthcare, shopping, restaurants
and cultural amenities are all “big
city,” but the charm and benefits of
small-town living are well preserved
here. With our wonderful weather,
you can tee-off or grab some court
time most any time of the year. Outdoor enthusiasts will always find
plenty to do — from fishing and paddling our streams and lakes to hiking,
biking or riding the local trails.
ENGAGE,
TEACH, LEARN
Our retirees stay young
by starting businesses,
taking (or teaching!)
classes and engaging in the community through numerous clubs and volunteer opportunities. Lifelong learners
will find a myriad of opportunities
that appeal to both the active and the
studious — everything from aerobics
and gardening to bridge and investing. Our local churches also provide
avenues for socialization and service.
LIVE LIFE ON YOUR TERMS
Well-appointed independent-living
communities with maintenance-free,
single-level cottages or apartments are
one option for retirees. Assisted living,
nursing and personal care facilities
are also available. Other needs are met
by providers who offer errand, transportation and home-care services. o
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SENIOR RESOURCES
HIAWASSEE PARK
89 Hiawassee Park Drive
Hiawassee (706) 500-2021
www.brcga.org
One of the most exciting new seniors
communities in the area is taking
shape at Hiawassee Park, where 34
rental cottages have been completed.
Construction is slated for independent living apartments and assisted
living units in a “lodge” setting, complete with dining room, library, crafts
and activities room, chapel and a
beauty/barber shop. The community
is a project of Baptist Retirement
Communities of Georgia, Inc., and is
designed for residents age 50 and up.
The 1,700-square-foot rental cottages
feature 2-car garages, built-in fire-
places, sunrooms and gorgeous views
of Brasstown Bald (many also feature
lake views). Senior-friendly features
include single-level floor plans, nostep showers and a full-time maintenance staff. The community is set
amid lovely 10-acre grounds, which
include raised-bed gardens, a greenhouse and a clubhouse with fitness
room and indoor exercise pool.
BRANAN LODGE
1146 Wesley Mountain Drive
Blairsville (706) 745-5565
www.brananlodge.org
Branan Lodge offers affordable,
independent senior living for those
who love the natural beauty of a
mountain environment but still desire
to be close to people and activities.
Hiawassee Park
BRASSTOWN MANOR
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
108 Church Street
Hiawassee (706) 896-4285
www.brasstownmanor.com
Brasstown Manor’s “age in place”
home-like setting offers all the
benefits of being in your own home,
without the worry of maintenance
and day-to-day home management.
CHATUGE REGIONAL
NURSING HOME
386 BelAire Drive
Hiawassee (706) 896-2231
www.chatugeregionalhospital.org
A part of Chatuge Regional Hospital,
this family-oriented skilled-care
nursing facility provides a loving
home and quality of life for up to 112
residents. A wide variety of recreation
and leisure programming is designed
to enhance social, memory and cognitive skills, expand range of motion,
meet spiritual needs and improve
creative expression.
THE GARDENS AT YOUNG HARRIS
150 Charlie Corn Drive
Young Harris (229) 247-9956
www.invmgt.com
The newest entry in Towns County’s
growing senior housing market, The
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Gardens at Young Harris is planned
as an affordable 55+ active adult community (income restrictions apply).
Valdosta-based IMC is one of the
most recognized developers of affordable and conventional properties.
STONEHENGE SENIOR LIVING
168 Stonehenge Drive
www.stonehengeseniorliving.com
The inspiration for Stonehenge “family-style living” came from the owners, who brought their cultural values
from Great Britain, where life is built
around the elders and is often shared
with multiple generations living in the
same home. The Stonehenge “village”
is comprised of cozy, residential-style
personal care homes nestled in the
beautiful North Georgia mountains.
Small groups of only 21 residents per
home create a unique personal touch
with a family atmosphere. Open
kitchens allow residents to be fully
engaged as meals are being prepared
for the day. And private, individually
decorated rooms lead out onto wraparound decks with mountain views.
Transportation and medication man-
agement is included, along with daily
enrichment programs and activities.
TOWNS COUNTY
SENIOR CENTER
954 North Main Street
Hiawassee (706) 896-3138
www.townscountyseniorcenter.org
This is a place where seniors can
gather for support, socialization, fitness and other services. The Center
also provides referrals to services, such
as meal delivery, home care aide and
transportation services. o
Stonehenge Senior Living
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BUSINESS & INDUSTRY
BUSINESS WORKS BETTER HERE
O
ur favorable business
climate combines with
an educated and available
workforce to make Towns County
the perfect place to launch, expand
or relocate your business. Our area
enjoys a substantial inflow of visitors
during the sumer and fall, as well as
a year-round population that truly
believes in the phrase, “Buy Local!”
A DIVERSE ECONOMY
Serving a vibrant mix of locals,
retirees, snowbirds and tourists,
the Towns County economy is as
diverse as its growing population.
Of course, service jobs dominate the
local economy, composing roughly
two-thirds of the economic base.
Key employers in the area include:
B
lue Ridge Mountain Electric
Membership Corporation
B
rasstown Valley Resort
P
ark Sterling Bank
T
owns County School System
United Community Bank
Y
oung Harris College
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inancial services from
state, regional and
national banks.
Accounting and legal
counsel from local firms
and branches of major
national firms.
A large pool of other
qualified local businesses
providing the full array of
business services.
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Reasonable taxes, a low cost of doing business,
and an entrepreneur-friendly environment
add up to business success in Towns County
Retail businesses make up a substantial portion of the economy, including
shops and businesses providing:
ntiques
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A
utomotive & Marine
B
linds & Window Treatments
H
ome Interiors & Furnishings
Wine & Cigars
Women’s Apparel
The Towns County economy is also
very dependent on tourism, and the
industry employs a substantial portion of the area labor force. Businesses
catering to seasonal visitors include:
B
oating & Watersports
Golf
H
orseback Riding
H
otels, Lodges and B&Bs
Restaurants
Spas & Wellness
Vineyards & Wineries
SAY “CHEESE!”
Towns County recently became a
“Camera Ready” community and
has hosted several major film productions, including Trouble with the
Curve starring Clint Eastwood. Like
residents and visitors, film crews are
drawn to our beautiful mountain
scenery. Towns County has also been
named an “Entrepreneur-Friendly”
community by the Georgia Depart-
ment of Economic Development
in recognition of efforts by local
leaders to support entrepreneurs
and business owners. l
2013 LABOR FORCE
5,464 (Towns County)
56,443 (Towns Area)
58% Employed in Towns
County
7.5% Unemployment Rate
2013 LARGEST EMPLOYERS
(Towns County)
Advanced Digital Cable, Inc.
Blue Ridge Mountain Electric
Membership Corporation
Café Portofino
Chatuge Regional Hospital, Inc.
Fieldstone Family
Entertainment Center
Ingles Markets, Inc.
K-B Health Technology, Inc.
McDonald’s
The Ridges Resort & Marina
Towns County Government
Towns County Schools
Young Harris College
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FOLK ART • RAFTING
FESTIVALS
FISHING
•
SHOPPING
•
HIKING
DINING • WEDDINGS
GOLF
•
FAIRS
•
FUN
HORSEBACK RIDING
HISTORY
•
SCENERY
RELAXATION
•
BBQ
PADDLEBOARDING
WATERFALLS • WINE
PICNICS • FRESH AIR
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TOWNS COUNTY
CAMPING • THEATER
FINE ART • BOATING
ALPACAS • ANTIQUES
PUMPKINS • RODEOS
LEAVES • FAMILY FUN
COUNTRY COOKING
VINEYARDS
•
MUSIC
MOUNTAIN CRAFTS
RIVERS AND LAKES
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THE ATTRACTION
IS NATURAL
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W
hen it comes to outdoor recreation,
Towns County has
a little bit of everything. If trails
are your thing, you’re sure to find
the perfect one to hike, bike or just
stroll. In fact, more than 57,000 acres
(over half the county) sits within
the Chattahoochee National Forest,
while another 7,000 acres around
Lake Chatuge is owned by the
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
If your idea of recreation is motorized, there are trails for ATVs and
plenty of winding mountain roads
for cruising on four wheels — or two!
And if manicured greens are more
your speed, you’ll find that North
Georgia is also a golfer’s paradise.
JUMP IN — THE WATER’S FINE!
Whether it’s relaxing on a pontoon
boat or catching some air on a wake-
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board behind a ski boat, beautiful
Lake Chatuge is the perfect playground. Considered by many to be
one of the most scenic lakes in the
TVA reservoir system, Lake Chatuge
straddles the Georgia/North Carolina
border with 128 miles of shoreline for
camping and exploring. Dotted with
numerous outcroppings that form
private coves, Lake Chatuge is ideal
for swimming, boating and water
sports. The fishing is also fantastic,
with more than 32 species of freshwater fish inhabiting the lake and
From hiking and
boating to tennis,
golf and horseback
riding, staying
active is easy here
in the mountains.
nearby rivers. For a spectacular
view of the lake and surrounding
mountains, take a walk along the
dam, which was completed in 1942;
it’s 150 feet high and stretches 3,336
feet across the Hiwassee River.
For a truly unique mountain
experience, spread out a blanket on
the Towns County Beach (yes, a
beach in the mountains!). Located
off Highway 76 in Hiawassee, the
lakeside area is a true family jewel —
complete with shady, wooden swings,
a playground, pavilion and plenty
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of picnic areas, plus a beautiful
mountain view from the white
sand beach hugging the shores of
Lake Chatuge.
Several companies in the area
can provide all the “toys” you need
to play on the lake. Young Harris
Water Sports offers world-class
boat and jet ski rentals, water
sports equipment, wakeboarding
lessons and camps. And Mountain
Watersports promises quick
service and trouble-free jet ski
and ATV rentals. Marinas such
as The Ridges Resort & Marina,
Boundary Waters Resort & Marina
and Chatuge Cove Marina & Campground offer everything you need
for a day on the lake and an overnight
visit. Southern Water Trails, LLC
offers stand-up paddleboarding
tours and lessons on the lake.
Looking for something a little
more “wild”? Check out whitewater
rafting with the family friendly folks
at Carolina Outfitters. They can provide everything you need for a day of
excitement on the nearby Nantahala
River, which offers plenty of adventure, but does NOT require previous
paddling experience. The rapids are
relatively gentle (mostly Class I & II)
on the scenic 8½-mile trip through
the towering Nantahala Gorge. Across
the line into Tennessee, the famous
Ocoee River offers a truly classic
whitewater experience — Class I-IV
rapids on three sections for roughly
5 miles of nonstop thrills.
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SADDLE UP
Horseback riding is a popular activity
among our thousands of acres of
woods, streams, valleys and meadows.
There is something very powerful
about experiencing the beauty of the
mountains from the back of a welltrained horse.
Brasstown Valley Stables features
5 miles of trails and offers 1- and
2-hour guided mountain trail rides
accommodating all experience levels,
from beginner to advanced. Saddle
up, then follow the guide as you meander through open fields, hardwood
forests and crystal-clear trout streams.
Custom excursions, hayrides and
catered picnic rides are also available,
as well as riding lessons.
At A Step Above Stables in
nearby Blairsville, you can follow a
guide through forest trails that overlook beautiful Lake Nottely. If you’re
comfortable on your walking horse,
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ask about speeding up the ride for a
little more fun! Private group rides
ranging from 1 to 2 hours are available, plus instruction in riding techniques, boarding, breeding, showing
and sales.
COOL DOWN IN THE FALLS
For a true mountain cool-down, head
for one of our many area waterfalls.
We are blessed to have so many easily
accessible falls concentrated in the
area. Although only a
few are visible from
the road or parking
lot, most are easily
reached via a short
walk or hike.
A pair of impressive falls, High
Shoals Falls and
Blue Hole Falls, can
be accessed via a 2.7mile round-trip hike.
The trail, located south of Hiawassee
off GA 75 and FS 283, travels to the
smaller cascades of Blue Hole and the
larger High Shoals, which features a
rushing succession of five waterfalls
with a total vertical drop of about 300
feet. You can get in the water down by
the falls via the observation platforms.
Other area falls include Anna
Ruby Falls, which is made up of two
creeks falling in twin waterfalls down
Tray Mountain. The .4-mile trail is
relatively steep, but it’s paved and has
benches along the way, and ends at an
observation deck at the base offering
a beautiful view. Another short,
.4-mile hike to Horse Trough Falls
results in a cool spray of scenic falling
water. And Dukes Creek Falls can be
reached via a .8-mile trail that deadends at the falls. The scenic area even
provides excellent opportunities for
gold panning!
Jackrabbit Recreation Area
South from Blairsville
off GA 129, don’t miss
Helton Creek Falls. Take
the .3-mile trail to access
both the top and bottom
of the falls, where you
can take a dip in the cold
mountain water. And inside nearby Vogel State
Park lies Wolf Creek Falls, which
spills into Lake Trahlyta and is easily
accessible via a 1-mile loop.
TAKE A HIKE (OR BIKE RIDE)
The views are always breathtaking
from atop nearby Brasstown Bald
(off GA Spur 180). At 4,784 feet
above sea level, it’s Georgia’s highest
mountain. On clear days, the spectacular 360-degree view from the summit allows you to see four states —
Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina
and South Carolina — and even the
Atlanta skyline. It’s a great place to
catch the first glimpses of fall foliage
and, in the summertime, enjoy the
crisp and cool mountain air. You can
tackle the foot trail to the top or take
the shuttle. The extensive visitors
center, gift shop and forestry museum
are run by the Cradle of Forestry in
America Interpretive Association.
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For the mountain bike enthusiast,
Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation
Area is just across the line in North
Carolina, five minutes or so from
downtown Hiawassee. It boasts eight
hiking and biking trails situated next
to beautiful Lake Chatuge.
Of course, no hiking trail matches
the famous Appalachian Trail, 76
miles of which pass through Georgia.
Easy access to the trail and a picnic
area can be found about 10 miles east
of Hiawassee where the trail crosses
Hwy. 76 at Dick’s Creek Gap. Southbounders can exit 16 miles later at
Unicoi Gap off GA 17/75. For more
information about waterfalls and
trails, visit the Chamber website at
www.MountainTopGa.com.
GO “FORE” IT
There’s golf … and then there’s
mountain golf. The Denis Griffiths-
designed Brasstown Valley Resort
Golf Course has been ranked by
both Golf Digest and Leading Golf
Courses of America as one of the top
courses to play in Georgia. Winding
through wildlife preserves, ponds and
streams, the scenic course offers five
sets of tees for all skill levels.
Located on the shores of Lake
Chatuge, the semi-private Chatuge
Shores Golf Course in nearby
Hayesville, NC, offers one of the
best golfing experiences in the area.
Measuring at 6,498 yards from the
back tees, the course offers a challenge for a variety of players. Also in
Hayesville, The Ridges Golf Course
is carved out of the rolling mountains
for a view that’ll have you reaching
for your camera — as well as your
driver! The par-72 Willard Byrd
championship course offers plenty
of varied terrain, elevation changes
and water features; yet the links play
relatively flat.
And Kingwood Country Club &
Resort in nearby Clayton, GA, is
home to a gorgeous par-71 mountain
course set among mature hardwoods
and rippling brooks.
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MORE FUN FOR EVERYONE
There’s no better place to get close to
mother nature (and some cute-andcuddly critters!) than at one of our
many alpaca farms. Located on 24
acres in Young Harris, Alpaca Tierra
welcomes folks to share in the joys of
raising alpacas. And Destiny Alpacas
offers visitors a panoramic view of
the enchanted valleys and mountains,
and a great place to discover these
fascinating animals.
Since arriving in Young Harris in
2010, the Cupid Falls Farm family
has grown to include chickens, bees,
ducks, geese, llamas, alpacas, rabbits
and sheep. They also sell a variety of
products, including handmade soaps
and lip balms. b
We’ll help you make the most of the mountains!
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ART, MUSIC AND MORE
The arts are alive
and well in Towns
County, Georgia
T
he Towns County region
is overflowing with arts
and culture. Take in a play,
explore a gallery or roll up your
sleeves at an art class. Whether your
passion is painting or sculpture …
symphonies or bluegrass bands …
musicals or one-man shows … the
cultural offerings in the area are sure
to please!
MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS
There’s no shortage of live theater
here — from rip-roaring comedies
and who-dunnits in our area community theaters, to student written
and directed plays at Young
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If you’re more of a music aficionado, you won’t have to travel far
to enjoy great local, regional and
national talent.
GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR
1311 Music Hall Road
Hiawassee (706) 896-4191
www.georgiamountain
fairgrounds.com
You’ll find the Georgia Mountain
Fairgrounds located along the shores
of beautiful Lake Chatuge. Anderson
Music Hall, the onsite 2,900-seat
auditorium, has hosted countless musical legends since it opened in 1979.
And the annual Fiddler’s Convention
entertains each October during the
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival.
LICKLOG COMMUNITY
THEATER
34 Creek Side Circle, Suite 18
Hayesville, NC (828) 389-8632
www.licklogplayers.org
Each season, the Licklog Players
produce a full slate of musicals, comedies and dramas. There is something
for everyone at this friendly theater:
classics, contemporary plays and
lighthearted family fun. In 2015,
look for Little Women, Steel Magnolias
and Sanders Family Christmas.
THE PEACOCK PLAYHOUSE
301 Church Street,
Hayesville, NC (828) 389-2787
www.peacockplayhouse.org
From puppetry to plays, bluegrass to
Chicago blues, you never know just
what you’ll find at this regional center for music, theater, dance and performing arts education. Built in the
early 1980s, the beautiful playhouse
seats 250. This year, don’t miss regular songwriters showcases and performances of The Spitfire Grill and
Unnecessary Farce.
SMOKY MOUNTAIN CENTER
FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
1028 Georgia Road
Franklin, NC (828) 524-1598
www.greatmountainmusic.com
Located across the state line in
North Carolina, this 1,500-seat
state-of-the-art facility focuses on
family entertainment, including
passion plays, musicals, professional
drama troupes, dance and choral
festivals, recitals and an impressive
assortment of musical genres. Upcoming shows include Ray Stevens,
Ricky Skaggs, the Charlie Daniels
Band and more!
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YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE
1 College Street
www.yhc.edu
Each season, the Young Harris
College theatre company presents
a full lineup of notable productions,
including full-length musicals,
innovative dramas, classic plays,
children’s shows and more. The
music program presents regular
performances for the community.
And the Rollins Planetarium
opens its doors to the public for
fun and educational shows.
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ARTS & CRAFTS
Whether it’s appreciating the talents
of local artisans — or pursuing your
own artistic passions — you’ll find
an array of galleries, schools and
associations that celebrate the arts.
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BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS
ARTS ASSOCIATION
420 West Main Street
Blue Ridge (706) 632-2144
www.blueridgearts.net
The Art Center, located in the
historic Fannin County Courthouse,
houses more than 2,500 artworks
created by its members in several
in-house galleries. BRMAA also
sponsors regular special events and
shows, including the popular Arts in
the Park festival each spring and fall.
A full schedule of classes and workshops appeals to artists from beginner to advanced, and a kids’ summer
camp keeps little ones involved in
the arts.
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Folk School offers visitors a chance to
experience a special blend of history,
art and natural beauty with weeklong and weekend classes in everything from basketry and blacksmithing to soap making and storytelling.
Open-to-the-public concerts, dance
events are also held throughout
the year.
JOHN C. CAMPBELL
FOLK SCHOOL
One Folk School Road,
Brasstown, NC (828) 837-2775
www.folkschool.org
Nowhere are the old ways better celebrated than at the John C. Campbell
Folk School, nestled on 300 rolling
acres in nearby Brasstown, NC. The
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ARTWORKS ARTISAN CENTRE
232B Chatuge Way
Hiawassee (706) 896-0932
www.artguildstore.com
This nonprofit organization, founded
in 1988, promotes and encourages
arts and crafts in the mountain
region. The retail shop in downtown
Hiawassee, the ArtWorks Artisan
Centre, showcases the work of more
than 70 regional artists. Handmade
baskets, jewelry, stained glass, furni-
ture, quilts, dolls, leatherwork, wood
carvings, candles, pottery, gourd
art, fine art and photography are all
available for purchase.
WILLIAM HOLLAND SCHOOL
OF LAPIDARY ARTS
230 Lapidary Lane
www.lapidaryschool.org
The lapidary arts are the methods
and knowledge needed to identify
and work with stones, minerals and
gems. The school was founded in
1983 as a nonprofit organization
providing lapidary, earth science and
jewelry making classes to interested
students. The annual season runs
from mid-April to early-November
when volunteer instructors travel
from all over the world to share
their time and talents.
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Folk School Fall Festival
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
Start off the year by finding beautiful
treasures at the annual Sweetheart
Show, held each Valentine’s weekend indoors at Brasstown Valley
Resort. Then welcome spring at the
colorful Hamilton Gardens Rhododendron Festival (April–May),
where you can stroll through the
magnificent beauty of more than
400 blooming rhododendrons and
other spring flowers.
In May, the Young Harris Spring
Show brings the best arts & crafts
vendors to Mayors Park. The next
weekend, stop in Brasstown Valley
Resort for the Mothers Day Show
to find the perfect gift for your
mother (or other loved one). Also
in May, tasters can enjoy everything
from appetizers to desserts cooked
on the Big Green Egg grills at the
Georgia Mountain Eggfest. The
Appalachian Wine, Art & Jazz Festival in June brings together the best
in wine, art and music at the Georgia
Mountain Fairgrounds. Then in July,
don’t miss the Georgia Mountain
Fair and Blairsville’s Butternut
Creek Festival.
In August, the Georgia Mountain
Moonshine Cruiz-In celebrates
hot rods and moonshine. Then the
Young Harris Art Fest in Mayors
Park finishes off the summer season
with arts & crafts, plus music and
events. Welcome in fall each October
at the John C. Campbell Folk School
Fall Festival and Georgia Mountain
Fall Festival. Finally, find all your
last-minute gifts at the Mistletoe
Market sponsored by the Mountain
Regional Arts and Crafts Guild the
weekend before Thanksgiving, and the
Brasstown Holiday Show the weekend after Thanksgiving, where you’ll
find the works of local artisans. a
Fall Festival
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TASTE THE GOOD LIFE
From fine dining
to fun shopping,
Towns County
sets the mark high!
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Hiawassee Antique Mall
nique is the name of
the game when it comes
to shopping and dining
in Towns County. You won’t find
big-box stores or me-too shops.
Same thing for our restaurants,
where you’ll discover unique local
and regional flavors — along with
a few inspired culinary surprises!
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Antiques and mountain towns go
hand-in-hand. You’ll find plenty
of choices, whether you like your
antiques rusty-and-dusty or primand-pretty! Start browsing at Hi
Country Shops in Blairsville and
continue to the Hiawassee Antique
Mall, where you’ll discover multiple
vendors offering an endless array of
vintage treasures. Thinking ahead
to the holidays? Always Christmas
and The Hen’s Nest at the Shoppes
of Tater Ridge will appeal to your
plan-ahead nature. Amazing glass
works can be found at Goldhagen
Studios. Continue your gallery crawl
with a stop at ArtWorks Artisan
Centre — Mountain Regional
Arts & Crafts Guild.
Other small boutique and specialty
stores that offer a wide range of
gift-type items include Creekside
General Store, located on Hwy.
76 several miles east of Hiawassee.
Outdoor living and entertaining is
celebrated at The Tangerine Frog.
Collage Boutique is the place for
cute and trendy clothing, accessories
and shoes for women, juniors and
plus size beauties. Sunflowers on
Main Street is your spot for unique
gifts for family and friends, including
Deb Collins Gallery
Original art, prints, delightful gifts and
beautiful home accessories are the order
of the day at Deb Collins Signature
Gallery. Deb and husband Russ make
the perfect team. Her works include gorgeous watercolors, gouaches and acrylics with reproductions captured on both
rag paper and canvas. His artistry comes
alive in the beautiful custom frames he
creates. You can visit them both in their
delightful gallery on Main Street!
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Bacchus Wine Shoppe
At Bacchus Wine Shoppe in downtown
Hiawassee, owners Ed and Linda can
guide you through their amazing selection of local and regional wines, plus
local microbrews and imported beers.
Add a fine cigar from the well-stocked
shop, then enjoy it on the outside cigar
terrace. Bacchus sponsors a wine club
and holds regular beer tastings (look for
tap-fresh growlers coming soon!).
beautiful pottery and linens. Of
course, not all fantastic finds have to
be out-of-the-box new. TATA on
Main is a unique resale boutique full
of home and garden decor and gifts,
as well as upscale clothes, shoes and
purses. In addition to a sparkling
array of estate jewelry, Fortitude
Estate Jewelry also beckons with
unique home furnishings and
antiques. And don’t forget to pamper
yourself at BodySense, Hiawassee’s
premiere natural spa and boutique.
Need to fill up that new cabin
or lakehouse with household items
and furnishings? Forest Cabin
Furniture (formerly Bearwassee) is
the perfect place to pick out a new
log bed or some rustic cabin accessories, all made locally.
Clothing stores may be a dime
a dozen in towns like Atlanta and
Chattanooga, but they’re definitely
more unique and charming here in
the mountains. You’ll get plenty of
personal attention at The Loft
Boutique. Need some matching
shoes for that new outfit? Struts
Shoe Store in Young Harris carries
everything from elegant heels to
strappy sandals and hiking boots.
And medical professionals in search
of the latest trends will love the
choices at Scrubs and More. Even
chefs can find the perfect kitchen
clothing at Scrubs! Stop by Tiger’s
Department Store in Hayesville for
a wide selection ranging from clothing to linens and housewares.
Before you hit the greens, stock up
on golf shoes, clubs and bags at the
Pro Shop Mercantile at Brasstown
Valley Resort, where they’ll help you
choose the perfect club to match your
stroke. Gear up for your hiking and
backpacking adventures with help
from the friendly folks at Buckhead
House, Mountain Roots Southern
Outfitters or Southern Highroads
Outfitters. And boaters will find
everything they need for a day on
the water — plus tons of unique
gift items — at The Blue Canoe at
Boundary Waters.
Finally, don’t forget your fourlegged friends. Whether you have
a tiny chihuahua or a 1,200-pound
quarterhorse, Mountain Valley
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Country Store carries the food and
supplies you need. And Luca’s
Kitchen will pamper your pet with
home-baked treats and accessories.
WINE AND DINE
For a romantic night out, there is no
shortage of restaurants that fit the
bill. If you’re in the mood for sushi,
Thai, Chinese or Mongolian cuisine,
head over to Asiano’s. Live music
and dinner by candlelight? Cafe
Portofino at Fieldstone Resort is
your place. Authentic Italian food
is on the menu at Enrico’s Italian
Restaurant in Young Harris. Or,
for a truly unique dining experience,
Michaelee’s Italian Life Caffe in
Blairsville specializes in dishes made
with the finest chocolate ingredients
(and not just the desserts!).
Chef and owner
James Reaux serves
USDA beef and
fresh seafood flown
in daily at The
Chophouse of
Hiawassee, which
overlooks beautiful
Lake Chatuge.
The Dining Room
at Brasstown Valley Resort is
known far and wide for its picturesque mountain views and gracious
service. Excellent choices for downhome country cooking include
Mary’s Southern Grill, Brother’s at
Willow Creek and Sit At Our Table.
Enjoy lakeside dining at The Blue
Otter Restaurant and Sports Bar,
which offers family friendly casual
dining and a state-of-the art sports
bar. Yelp reviewers love Bowl of
Asia, giving it consistently high
marks for service and cuisine. You
can enjoy the tastes of Mexico at
Monte Alban Restaurante Mexicano. Or, tuck into the pizza and
pasta bar at Papa’s Pizza-to-Go. You
don’t have to golf to enjoy lunch at
Brassies Grill at Brasstown Valley
Resort & Spa (but it does help if
you come hungry!). R
A Gourmet Gem in the
Mountains
The location is unassuming
(a carefully renovated service
station off the historic square in
Hayesville, NC), but the cuisine
is nothing short of exceptional
at Chef Dennis Barber’s Copper
Door. His New Orleans upbringing shines through in dishes like
the cheese-filled tortellini tossed
with crawfish tails in tasso cream sauce. In his capable hands,
meatloaf becomes Oma’s Meatloaf — tender ground beef with
wild mushrooms and Marsala on garlic mashed potatoes. Monthly
wine pairing dinners are wildly popular (a recent “Summer in the
Southern Hemisphere” pairing featured Shrimp on the Barbie
paired with a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc). Themed cooking
classes become a wonderful night out under the Chef’s tutelage
(Date Night Tuscany and A Little Curry & Indian Favorites are
among the offerings). In the end, Dennis and daughter Ada Barber
have created a true fine dining experience in the mountains!
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MOUNTAIN WEDDINGS
“I-do” moments are
truly magical events
here in the North
Georgia mountains!
B
rides-to-be have
discovered that the
unique mountain-lake
setting of Towns County is the ideal
backdrop for their special day. Of
course, they love the breathtaking
beauty. But they’re also amazed by
the small-town friendliness and
big-time amenities. Everything
they need for a fairytale wedding is
right here — from upscale venues to
incredibly talented photographers,
florists and caterers. The options for
activities are boundless (the bridal
party can enjoy a spa day while the
guys hit the golf course or head out
fly fishing). And finding comfy lodging for family, friends and out-oftown guests is easy with the area’s
wide selection of scenic rental cabins,
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bed-and-breakfasts and resort lodging. Consider
these unique ideas for a
truly memorable mountain
wedding:
Rustic Chic — Celebrate in country
chic style with a “barn wedding”
featuring linen-covered bales of hay,
wildflower centerpieces and Mason
jar glasses to toast the new couple!
Lake — The sparkling waters of
Lake Chatuge will color any wedding day special at a lakeside venue
such as Lake Chatuge Lodge or
The Ridges Resort & Marina.
Vineyard — Gather friends and
family for a memorable wedding or
reception “among the vines” — and
raise your glass at one of our award-
winning vineyards and wineries.
Waterfall — Pose the bridal party
against the backdrop of one of our
easily-accessible waterfalls for
unforgettable wedding photos.
Garden — Plan for perfect pictures
at Hamilton Gardens, a botanical
paradise bursting with dogwood,
native azaleas, wild flowers and more
than 400 varieties of rhododendron.
Mountain — With Georgia’s mountains as your backdrop, Brasstown
Valley Resort & Spa is the perfect
venue, whether it’s black-tie formal
or elegantly casual. The new Rollins
Campus Center on the charming
campus of Young Harris College is a
fantastic mountain-view venue.
Historic — The Byron Herbert
Reece Farm & Heritage Center in
nearby Blairsville provides a unique
historical setting along the banks
of Wolf Creek and includes a lovely
outdoor pavilion for weddings
and receptions. i
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Discover a Breathtaking Lakeside
Setting at Lake Chatuge Lodge
You’d be hard pressed to find a more picturesque (or perfect!) wedding
venue than Lake Chatuge Lodge. Located on the shores of beautiful Lake
Chatuge, the Lodge is ringed by the Blue Ridge Mountains for a truly
breathtaking setting. The soaring wood and stone lobby overlooks the
lake, and spacious decks provide open, airy spaces for mixing and mingling. You can plan a lakeside ceremony and reception outdoors, or
celebrate indoors in the distinctive banquet hall. Renowned Chef James
Reaux, owner of the highly regarded Chophouse of Hiawassee located
next door, provides a fine dining approach to any wedding and will work
with your party to design a menu that complements your tastes (rehearsal
dinner packages are also available). Of course, your out-of-town guests
will love spending the night in one of the 104 guest rooms — each with its
own balcony or porch as well as full weekend breakfast.
lakechatugelodge.com (800) 613-4349 • (706) 896-5253
653 US Hwy. 76 • Hiawassee, GA 30546
Next to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
ENGAGING MINDS OF ALL AGES
From K-12 to college and beyond, learning is lifelong here!
T
owns County is uniquely
blessed with top-ranking
schools that can carry a student all the way from the 3-Rs to an
advanced degree. At the K-12 level,
the Towns County School System is
consistently one of the top scoring
school districts in the region (and
state). School officials credit this to
the strong role the community plays
in fostering academic achievement
and encouraging extra-curricular activities. In fact, the Towns County
school system functions much like a
public school in a private school setting. It’s a small school system where
students learn in a close-knit academic community. They grow up
with their teachers who know them,
and don’t experience the crowding or
discipline issues that larger districts
sometimes have.
Opportunities for post-secondary
education are equally good. Students
can attend Young Harris College,
a fully accredited four-year university that occupies a unique place
in Georgia’s history. The private,
Methodist-affiliated school has had
a profound impact on the state’s politics and society — graduating a U.S.
Senator, two governors and a number
of congressmen, state legislators
and mayors.
For others, North Georgia
Technical College offers the opportunity to get core classes under their
belt much more affordably and closer
to home before heading off to a fouryear college (NGTC is fully SACS
accredited). Students preparing for
a career in healthcare, cosmetology,
criminal justice and other technical
fields also find the training they need
close to home.
TOWNS COUNTY
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1150 Konnahetah Road,
Hiawassee (706) 896-4131
Principal: Dr. Sandy Page
Grades K-5 Enrollment: 438
Towns County
schools are consistently
one of the top scoring
school districts in the
region — and the state.
TOWNS COUNTY
MIDDLE SCHOOL
1400 Highway 76 East,
Hiawassee (706) 896-4131
Principal: Dr. David Turner
Grades 6-8 Enrollment: 248
2014
& 2015 Title 1 Reward
School for Highest Achievement
2012
Georgia School of
Excellence in Academic
Achievement
1st
in RESA for 7th Grade
English Language Arts (98.8%
pass rate), 8th Grade Social
Studies (100% pass rate) and
7th Grade Social Studies (97.7%
pass rate)
100%
pass rate and 1st in RESA
(Regional Educational Service
Agency) in 5th Grade Reading
on the 2014 CRCT
97.2%
pass rate (1st in RESA)
in 4th Grade Science on the
2014 CRCT
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TOWNS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
1400 Highway 76 East,
Hiawassee (706) 896-4131
Grades 9-12 Enrollment: 331
88.8% graduation rate (2014)
Ranked
75 out of 415 schools for
SAT scores and 3rd of 20 Pioneer
RESA schools (2014)
100%
pass rate on Georgia High
School Writing Test
YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE
1 College Street
www.yhc.edu
Young Harris College is a private,
Methodist-affiliated liberal arts
college with an enrollment of
approximately 1,120 students. The
inviting 35-acre campus is home to
events, exhibits and productions
throughout the year, with most
campus events free and open to the
public. Exhibitions by students, faculty and professional artists regularly
take place in the Campus Gate Art
Gallery. During its theatrical season,
Theatre Young Harris presents a
full lineup of notable productions,
including full-length musicals,
innovative dramas, classic plays,
children’s shows and more. Rollins
Theatre Young Harris
Planetarium offers public shows
throughout the year featuring a
state-of-the-art GOTO Chronos
Space Simulator star projector.
Music programs include faculty
artist recitals, guest artists, YHC
Chamber Choir, YHC Jazz Band
and Christmas at Young Harris at
the 1,060-seat Glenn Auditorium.
In addition, a robust series of lectures
and readings brings national speakers
to campus for wide-ranging discussions. And when it comes to athletics,
men’s and women’s basketball and
Campus Gate Art Gallery
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men’s baseball draw enthusiastic fans.
The recently constructed Rollins
Campus Center is the largest building ever to be constructed at Young
Harris, and is the new social and
intellectual heart of campus.
With a rich array of concerts, exhibitions and performances
throughout the year, Young Harris College enriches the
cultural life of the community for all ages.
NORTH GEORGIA
TECHNICAL COLLEGE
121 Meeks Avenue
www.northgatech.edu
NGTC is a two-year technical
college with an ultra-modern
campus in nearby Blairsville (plus
campuses in Clarkesville and
Currahee). While work-force
development is the primary focus,
residents can also take advantage
of many continuing education opportunities — everything from web
design to cake decorating to CPR.
Intensive, hands-on training provides job seekers with skills tailored
to the needs of local and regional
employers. In-demand programs
include cornerstone medical programs, as well as CNC and machine
tooling, welding, automotive repair
and electrical systems. -
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEALTH CARE CLOSE TO HOME
Active lifestyles stay “active”
with high-tech, high-touch
health care services!
W
ith so many folks
leading active
lifestyles, good health
is a priority in our community.
There’s a strong focus on wellness —
from aerobics and yoga to physical
therapy and nutrition. But when care
is needed, it’s good to know that
there are many top-notch healthcare
providers right here.
BIG-CITY CARE
CLOSE TO HOME
Chatuge Regional Hospital is a fullservice, nonprofit medical facility
that — along with its nearby 112-bed
skilled care nursing home — is part
of the same family as Union General
Hospital in Blairsville. The 25-bed
critical-access hospital has made an
impressive commitment to technolRespiratory therapy
ogy, including
investing in
advanced imaging technology
that is on par with
the best hospitals
in Atlanta and
Gainesville. This
includes a fully
digital Radiology
After a year-long, $2.25 million renovation, Chatuge
Department that
Regional Hospital is as welcoming on the outside as it
utilizes the latest
is on the inside.
low-dose imaging,
including a topof-the-line 64-slice CAT scan
machine. A dedicated telemedicine suite links patients directly to
Georgia’s leading specialty hospitals
— whether it’s connecting a patient
with stroke symptoms to Erlanger
Medical Center’s Neurology Unit
in Chattanooga or helping a child
with autism connect with a psychologist in Atlanta without having to
miss a day of school.
The hospital focuses on providing
quality inpatient care, including use
New lobby and reception area
of swing beds to aid in rehabilitation.
Hospital Administrator Lewis
scheduled hours throughout the
Kelley explains, “We don’t want
week at the hospital. For instance,
people to have to travel 2-3 hours
the Emory Heart and Vascular
each way just to get quality care, so
Center has five cardiologists rotatwe’ve focused on bringing quality
ing through on a daily basis, and
care to them.”
leading urologists, gastroenterolo• Specialty Clinics — Top progists and other specialists keep
viders from across the region hold
regular hours.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Imaging Department
•G
eriatric Care — The hospital
recently opened a first-in-the-area
Geriatric Psychiatric unit to meet
the needs of seniors suffering from
dementia, Alzheimer’s and other
mental disorders.
•O
utpatient Services — Chatuge
Regional’s impressive array of outpatient services includes physical
therapy/rehab, respiratory care and
transfusion services.
•E
mergency Care — The hospital’s state-of-the-art emergency
room is staffed 24/7, and air transportation is available to quickly
transport critically ill patients to six
metro area facilities within minutes.
Patients also have access to
Georgia’s #1 rated heart program
at nearby Northeast Georgia
Health System in Gainesville.
The Health System features 557
in-patient beds and 261 skilled
nursing beds, and serves some
700,000 people across more than
13 counties in Northeast Georgia.
Bridging the gap between hospital and home, the locally owned
Appalachian Home Health Care
helps folks heal at home — whether
it’s wound care or
helping manage
an IV or catheter.
Or, it could be
in-home physical
or occupational
therapy until a
patient is mobile
enough for outpatient care. b
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PROVIDER PROFILE
Dr. Joey Arencibia wants to make
sure you enjoy the clear mountain
views as much as he does!
T
he goal at Georgia
Vision Center is simple:
help patients enjoy vision
as clear as the mountain air. Since
2000, Dr. Joey Arencibia and the
staff at Georgia Vision Center have
been the leader and preferred provider of quality vision care products
and personalized optometric services
to patients in Hiawassee and the
surrounding area.
Dr. Arencibia has been practicing
optometry for more than 25 years.
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He is a graduate of nearby Young
Harris College and attended the
University of Georgia, where he
received his Bachelor of Science in
Biology degree. He later attended
the Southern College of Optometry,
where he graduated cum laude.
Dr. Arencibia has served as the
Executive and Clinical Director of
TLC Atlanta, which at the time was
one of the largest laser vision correction centers in the United States.
There, he co-managed more than
8,000 Lasik
patients.
At Georgia
Vision Center,
Dr. Arencibia
has established
a state of the
art facility that
utilizes only the most advanced,
state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and eye care products available.
omprehensive Eye Exams
•C
• Fashion-Forward Lenses
& Frames
• Comfortable Contacts
• Diabetic Eye Care
• Treatment of Eye Conditions
& Diseases
If you like our looks,
you’ll love our care!
Chatuge
Regional
Hospital
Renovating to Better Serve Our Community
Once the smallest hospital in Georgia, today Chatuge Regional is a full-service,
nonprofit medical facility with a state-of-the-art emergency room, digital
radiology department and an impressive array of outpatient services. Patients
enjoy attentive care from our kind and compassionate staff. And with the recent
completion of a $2.25 million renovation, the hospital’s outside now matches
the incredible quality we have on the inside!
110 South Main St. • Hiawassee, GA • 706-896-2222 • chatugeregionalhospital.org
WORSHIP & RELIGION
PRAISE, WORSHIP & FAITH
Opportunities abound for
worship, ministry and service
Photos courtesy of Sharp Memorial UMC
O
urs is a spiritually rich
community where faith,
worship and service is an important part of daily life. You’ll find
simple wooden churches that go back
generations as well as modern houses
of worship with spacious fellowship
halls, activity centers and a full calendar of events throughout the week.
Worship styles range from traditional to contemporary, and church
activities include everything from
Bible studies and youth groups to
senior programs and small group and
adult fellowship.
At McConnell Memorial Baptist
Church, members enjoy abundant
opportunities for service in any number of ministries, including international mission trips, church and
home prayer groups, English as a
second language classes, Alzheimer’s
support groups and the Towns County
Food Pantry.
Sharp Memorial United Methodist Church, located at the entrance of
historic Young Harris College, is a
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powerful presence
for all ages, from
students at the
college to young
families and retirees. The fellow
ship is warm and friendly, and
casual dress is always welcome.
At Christ the King Anglican
Church, opportunities for worship
and fellowship stretch throughout
the week — fellowship and Bible
study on Tuesdays, Holy Communion, church fellowship supper
and Bible discovery hour on Wed
nesdays and a first-Saturday men’s
breakfast.
Hiawassee
United Methodist Church offers
a music-rich worship experience
featuring hand
bells, a praise
band (contemporary mix of instruments) and
choir.
Located on Hwy. 515/76 toward
Blairsville, St. Francis of Assisi
Catholic Church reaches deep into
the community with a variety of
ministries including the church’s
St. Vincent de Paul Society. Also
in nearby Blairsville, Mountain
Presbyterian Church hosts groups
as far-ranging as the Presbyterian
Women and Misty Mountain Quilt
Guild to meetings of Alcoholics
Anonymous and Al-Anon.
DIRECTORY
CHAMBER DIRECTORY
T
he Towns County Chamber of Commerce and the Towns County
Tourism Association are dedicated to providing area businesses with the
support they need for success. Membership includes: Listing on our website
and Membership Directory, link to your business website, regular e-newsletters and
e-mail updates, business referrals, brochure distribution
at the Chamber and special events, ribbon cuttings,
Business After Hours, educational workshops,
discount savings programs, free subscription to
the Towns County Herald and much more!
ACCOUNTANTS &
TAX PREPARATION
H & R Block
1620 Highway 76 West, Suite 11
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-9565
www.hrblock.com
Hughes Accounting
392 Main Street, Suite 3
(706) 379-1031
www.hughesaccounting.org
Valerie K. Polding, CPA
330 Parks Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4531
ADVERTISING & MARKETING
Content Creative, LLC
1831 Weeks Creek Road
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 838-5230
www.directionsga.com
Mountain Lake Publishing, Inc.
- Homes for Sale
2180 Mockingbird Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2412
www.mtnlakepub.com
Travel Communications
2535 Raintree Way
Marietta, GA 30067
(404) 213-2322
APARTMENTS
Big Sky Apartments
301 Skyview Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6708
www.boydmanagement.com
Hiawassee Apartments
269 Zell Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2934
Oakmont Knoll Apartments
Longview Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 897-0143
Stephanie W. McConnell, P.C.
231 Chatuge Way
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4118
The Gardens at Young Harris
150 Charlie Corn Drive
(229) 247-9956
www.invmgt.com
Lawrence S. Sorgen,
Attorney at Law
345 N. Main Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4113
Young Harris Apartments
5310 Meadow Lane
(706) 896-2934
J. Kevin Tharpe,
Attorney at Law
(866) 355-6172
www.northgeorgiaelderlaw.com
ART GALLERIES
Appalachian Gallery
& Video Productions
4947 Thomas Town Road
(706) 379-3807
www.northgeorgialive.com
ArtWorks Artisan Centre –
Mountain Regional Arts &
Crafts Guild
232B Chatuge Way
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0932
www.artguildstore.com
Deb Collins Signature Gallery
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1294
www.debcollins.com
Goldhagen Studios
7 Goldhagen Studio Drive
Hayesville, NC 28904
(828) 389-8847
www.goldhagenartglass.com
ATTORNEYS
Mark F. Dehler, LLC
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4332
AUTO DEALERS
Jacky Jones Chrysler
Dodge Jeep
222 NC Highway 69
(828) 389-1958
www.jackyjoneschryslerdodge
jeep.com
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
Sean Thomas Tire
& Service Center
351 Oakmont Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8955
BANKS
Nantahala Bank & Trust
102 US Highway 64 East
(828) 389-0700
www.nantahalabank.com
Park Sterling Bank – Hiawassee
20 South Main Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2243
www.parksterlingbank.com
Park Sterling Bank – Young Harris
693 Main Street
(706) 379-3141
www.parksterlingbank.com
United Community Bank
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4186
www.ucbi.com
BED & BREAKFAST INNS
Chancey Hill Inn
385 Chancey Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8424
www.chanceyhillinn.com
Your Home in the Woods B&B
143 Timber Lane
Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-9337
www.yourhomeinthewoods.com
BLINDS & WINDOW
TREATMENTS
Budget Blinds of Blairsville
379 Bee Tree Lane
(706) 745-0009
www.budgetblinds.com
BOATING & WATER SPORTS
Boundary Waters
Resort & Marina
107 Boundary Waters Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2530
www.boundarywatersresort.com
Carolina Outfitters
Whitewater Rafting
12121 Highway 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
(800) 468-7238
www.carolinaoutfitters.com
Chatuge Cove Marina
and Campground
2397 Highway 175
(828) 389-6155
www.chatugecovemarina.com
Mountain Watersports
1374 Highway 76 West, Suite A
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 435-0697
www.mountainwatersports.com
Southern Water Trails, LLC
6 Veggie Stand Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 970-9053
www.southernwatertrails.com
Young Harris Water Sports
1525 Mining Gap Road
(706) 896-0834
www.yhwatersports.com
DIRECTORY
BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS:
CONSTRUCTION &
REMODELING
America’s Home Place
167 Highway 515
(706) 781-2945
www.americashomeplace.com
CABINS & COTTAGES
“3 Bear Ridge” Cabin
1574 Long Ridge Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 897-9801
www.homeaway.com/vacationrental/p314835
Bell Meadows
2155 Carlin Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6060
Alpine Cabins
77 Alpine Way
(706) 745-7589
www.alpinecabins.com
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 781-8027
www.brownhavenbuilders.com
Ann’s Lakefront Cabins
Licklog Subdivision
(706) 897-3429
www.vrbo.com/11298
K Green Construction, Inc.
168 Rogers Street
(706) 745-0760
www.georgiamountainbuilders.com
Banks of Chatuge
314 Berrong Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(828) 551-2907
www.banksofchatuge.com
Miller Well Drilling
Brasstown, NC 28902
(828) 837-2997
www.millerwelldrilling.com
Chandler Cabin Rental
4650 Kirsch Lane
(706) 835-6606
www.ChandlerCabinRental.com
Nacoochee Contracting, Inc.
240 Lakeside Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 892-8589
Chatuge Lakefront Luxury Home
98 Licklog Crest
Hayesville, NC 8904
(706) 994-4848
www.chatugelakehome.com
North GA Stone, Inc.
244 Industrial Boulevard
(706) 745-5532
www.northgastone.com
Tighe White Construction, Inc.
68 Winchester Cove Road
(828) 389-8102
www.tighewhite.com
BUILDING SUPPLIES
Hiawassee Hardware
Building & Supplies
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3617
www.hiawasseehardware.com
Southern Cultured Marble
6330 State Highway 339
(706) 379-2403
BURGLAR & FIRE ALARMS
Automated Creations, Inc.
1133 Pack Creek Road
(706) 258-4418
Chatuge Lakeview Retreat
1930 Lakeview Summit Drive
(706) 970-0330
www.vrbo.com/219958
Countrytime Cabins
2268 Calvary School Road
(706) 896-1782
www.countrytime-cabins.com
Cozy Colorful Cottage
349 Hidden Cove Lane
(404) 881-8926
www.cozycolorfulcottage.com
Happy Top Heaven Cabin
1132 Happy Top Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 897-9801
Hiawassee River Retreat
15 Cabin Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7400
www.hiawasseecabins.com
Hidden Cove Lakefront Cabin
310 Hidden Cove Lane
(828) 835-8240
www.hiddencovecabin.com
Hinton Rural Life Center
2330 Hinton Road
(828) 389-8336
www.hintoncenter.org
Snuffy’s Shack Cabin
8378 Charlie’s Creek Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(478) 397-8153
www.homeaway.com/193017
Yewit Center
5102 Crooked Creek
(706) 896-4365
www.yewitcenter.com
CAMPING & RV PARKS
Appalachian Campground
1504 Moody Hollow
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7243
www.appalachiancampground.com
KLH Cabin Rental
392 Bel Aire Court
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(678) 662-5121
www.hiawasseecabin.com
Bald Mountain Camping Resort
751 Gander Gap Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8896
www.baldmountainpark.com
LaFortes Country Cottages
23 LaForte Lane
(828) 361-3367
www.LaFortesCountryCottages.com
Georgia Mountain Fair, Inc.
1311 Music Hall Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4191
www.georgiamountainfair
grounds.com
Lake House at Awohali Point
286 Nichols Lakeland Drive
(706) 781-5564
Laurel Mountain Cabins
Laurel Mountain Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8015
www.laurel-mountain-cabins.com
Little Bear Rentals @
Century 21 Scenic Realty
3680 Highway 76
(706) 896-8633
www.littlebearrentals.com
Creekfront Rentals
2024 Swallows Landing
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4606
www.creekfront-rentals.com
Morgan Ridge Cottage
384 Morgan Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(404) 216-1863
Dogwood Hill Vacation
Rental Home
751 Hiawassee Estates Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(239) 822-0351
Our Dogwood Den
2472 Ridgecrest Circle
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2723
www.vrbo.com/14857
Dun-Hun-Tin Properties
1275 Taylor Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(770) 985-4071
www.vrbo.com/335512
Paradise Hills Resort & Spa
366 Paradise Road
(706) 745-7483
www.paradisehillsresort.com
Serenity Cove Lakefront Cabins
834 Lower Bell Creek Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1465
www.serenity-cove.com
Long Ridge Campground
180 Jarrard Camp Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(762) 500-2055
www.longridgecampground.com
Sundowner RV Village
42 Sundowner Circle
(828) 389-3241
www.sundownerrvvillage.net
CATERING
Kat’s Catering & Entrees-to-Go
1655 Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(800) 996-0978
www.e-entrees.com
CELLULAR SERVICES
Verizon – A Wireless
Premium Retailer
101 South Main Street, Suites 9 & 10
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(762) 500-2034
www.awireless.net
CEMENT
Baumgarten Cement, Inc.
1378 Matheson Cove Road
(828) 226-0918
www.baumgartencement.com
DIRECTORY
CHURCHES
Christ the King Church –
Anglican Mission
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5519
www.hctk.net
Hiawassee United
Methodist Church
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2818
www.hiawasseeumc.org
COMPUTER SALES,
SERVICE & CONSULTING
Business Management
Systems, Inc.
1325 Capital Circle, Suite A
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
(678) 442-1011
www.bms-first.com
Totally Computers
101 South Main Street, Unit 4
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1535
www.totallycomputers.com
McConnell Memorial
Baptist Church
84 Church Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2281
www.mmbcnet.org
CONVENIENCE STORES
Mountain Presbyterian Church
3831 Highway 515 East
(706) 745-8036
www.mtnpres.org
High Country Artisans, Inc.
PO Box 422
(706) 781-1221
www.butternutcreekfestival.com
CITGO, The Friendship Store
1835 Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0066
CRAFT SHOW PROMOTERS
Sharp Memorial
United Methodist Church
1114 Main Street
(706) 379-3210
www.sharpumc.org
DANCE STUDIOS
St. Francis of Assisi
Catholic Church
(706) 745-6400
www.saintfrancisofassisi.org
Samuel Jason Ledford, DMD, PC
84 Seasons Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4154
www.hiawasseedentist.com
CLEANING & JANITORIAL
Complete Home Services
288 Notla Vista I
(678) 439-9125
www.GAHomeServices.com
Emily’s Elves
3280 Highway 69 South
(828) 389-3886
www.emilys-elves.com
iClean Cleaning Services, LLC
PO Box 932
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 970-7717
COLLEGES
North Georgia Technical
College – Blairsville
121 Meeks Avenue
(706) 439-6300
www.northgatech.edu
1 College Street
(706) 379-3111
www.yhc.edu
Fuzion Dance Company
PO Box 350
(706) 781-8758
DENTISTS
Worthy Family Dentistry, PC
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1204
www.worthyfamilydentistry.com
DOG BAKERY, CAFE &
GROOMING SERVICES
Luca’s Kitchen &
Pawz-itively Styled
2485 Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7299
ELECTRICIANS
All K Electric, Inc.
590 Fred Pitts Road
Demorest, GA 30535
(706) 499-9154
ENTERTAINMENT
Fieldstone Cinemas Six
at Fieldstone Resort
(706) 896-6843
www.fieldstonecinemas6.com
The Factory
1024 Georgia Road
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 349-8888
www.thefactory.bz
FACEBOOK BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT
RoughOpenings.Com
101 South Main Street, Unit 4
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 435-8070
www.roughopenings.com
FARMS
Alpaca Tierra
7062 Nichols Road
(706) 897-4305
www.alpacatierra.com
Cupid Falls Farm
4630 Thomas Town Road
(770) 318-7209
www.cupidfallsfarm.com
Destiny Alpacas, Inc.
1952 Gibson Road
(706) 379-2361
www.destinyalpacas.com
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
SERVICES
Associated Fire Protection, LLC
3680 Highway 76
(770) 378-4011
www.associatedfireprotection.us
FLOOR COVERINGS
Carl Patterson Flooring
1075 NC Highway 69
(828) 389-6228
www.carlpattersonflooring.net
GARBAGE COLLECTION
Kingwood Country Club
& Resort
401 Country Club Drive
Clayton, GA 30525
(706) 212-4151
www.kingwoodresort.com
The Ridges Golf Course
& Cherokee Grill
1665 Mountain Harbour Drive
(828) 389-9000
www.theridgesgolfclub.com
GOVERNMENT &
MUNICIPALITIES
City of Hiawassee
Mayor Barbara Mathis
50 River Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2203
www.hiawasseega.gov
City of Young Harris
Mayor Andrea Gibby
5187 Maple Street
(706) 379-3171w
www.youngharrisga.net
Georgia Department of Labor
946 Appalachian Highway
(706) 745-6964
www.dol.state.ga.us
Towns County
Commissioner Office
48 River Street, Suite B
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2276
www.townscountyga.com
Advanced Disposal
10169 Lakewood Highway
Mineral Bluff, GA 30559
(706) 632-6519
www.advanceddisposal.com
GRADING & HAULING
Benny’s Sanitation Service
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2573
SW Ledford Grade Contracting
150B South Main Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(828) 361-5182
www.swledfordcontracting.com
Sprinkles Sanitation Service
PO Box 383
(706) 379-2285
GOLF COURSES
Golf Course
6321 Highway 76
(706) 379-9900
www.brasstownvalley.com
Chatuge Shores Golf Course
& Greenside Grill
260 Golf Course Road
(828) 389-8940
www.chatugeshoresgolf.com
Holcomb Construction
2332 Adeline Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 835-5637
GROCERY STORES
Ingles
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8312
www.ingles-markets.com
Save-A-Lot
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4871
www.save-a-lot.com
DIRECTORY
HAIR SALONS
Country Cut Away Hair Salon
518 Main Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8144
Synergy Health, Inc.
85 Seasons Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0505
www.synergymd.org
HEALTHCARE
HEARING AIDS
Aloha Wellness Corporation
3243 Hummingbird Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3300
www.alohawellnesscorp.com
Appalachian Home
Health Care, Inc.
129 Gowder Drive
(706) 745-5101
www.appalachianhomehealth.com
Assist Homecare Services
2800 Scenic Drive, Suite 213
(800) 208-2298
www.assistathome.com
Blood Assurance
705 East 4th Street
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 756-0966
www.BloodAssurance.org
Chatuge Family Practice
241 Church Street
(828) 389-6383
www.chatugefp.org
Emory Heart Center
110 South Main Street, 2nd Floor
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7662
www.emoryhealthcare.org
Jan’s Juice Plus
2514 High Place Road
(706) 379-9781
www.jan4juiceplus.com
Natural Treatments
for Brain and Body
215 East Blue Ridge Street
(706) 781-4048
www.naturaltreatmentsforbrain
andbody.com
Pro Therapy
1615 Highway 17, Suite 9
(706) 896-2771
www.protherapy.us
Regency Hospice
of Northeast Georgia
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1251
www.regencyhospice.com
Affordable Hearing
Aid Solutions
294 B Highway 515
(706) 896-0051
HEATING &
AIR CONDITIONING
Hill Heating & Air
616 South Main Street, Suite B
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1449
www.hillheatingandair.biz
McKinney Heating &
Air Conditioning, Inc.
2300 Jim Watson Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(796) 896-1800
www.mckinneycomfort.com
Mike’s Heating &
Air Conditioning, Inc.
2580 Blue Ridge Highway
(706) 745-2400
www.mikesheatingandair.net
HOME MAINTENANCE
Mountain Property Maintenance
PO Box 614
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4780
HOME WATCH
Home Minders, LLC
PO Box 2715
(706) 745-9000
www.homemindersinc.com
North Georgia Home Check
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(404) 312-8998
www.northgeorgiahomecheck.com
HORSEBACK RIDING
A Step Above Stables
696 South Mauney Road
(706) 745-9051
www.astepabovestables.com
The Stables at Brasstown
Valley Resort & Spa
6321 Highway 76
(706) 379-9900
HOSPITALS &
NURSING HOMES
Chatuge Regional Hospital
and Nursing Home
110 Main Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2222
www.chatugeregionalhospital.org
Clay County Care Center
86 Valley Hideaway Drive
(828) 389-9941
www.consulatehealthcare.com
Northeast Georgia Medical
Center & Health System
743 Spring Street
Gainesville, GA 30501-3899
(770) 535-3553
www.nghs.com
HOSTELS
Top of Georgia Hostel
& Hiking Center
7676 US Highway 76 East
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 982-3252
www.topofgeorgiahostel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS
& RESORTS
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
6321 Highway 76
(706) 379-9900
Davenport Insurance
& Financial Services
PO Box 309
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3266
Health Plan Select
295 West Clayton Street
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 559-6350
www.aahps.com
Jeremy Hogsed Farmers
Insurance Agency
22 West Bell Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3276
www.farmersagent.com/jhogsed
Moore Insurance Services, Inc.
150 South Main Street, Suite C
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6172
www.moore-insurance.com
Purchasing Alliance Solutions, Inc.
1265 Minhinette Drive
Roswell, GA 30075
(770) 579-1214 x3012
www.purchasingalliance.com
The Walker-Tison Agency, LLC
1159 Main Street
(706) 510-7500
www.chambersandcook.com
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel & Suites
300 Big Sky Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8884
www.hiexpress.com/hiawasseega
Van Keith Insurance
of Hiawassee
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0029
www.facebook.com/vankeithof
hiawassee
Lake Chatuge Lodge
653 Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5253
www.lakechatugelodge.com
Woodmen of the World
27 Hutson Hill
(706) 835-6484
www.woodmen.org
Seasons Inn Motel
94 Town Square
(706) 745-1631
www.seasons-inn.com
INTERIOR DESIGN
The Ridges Resort & Marina
(706) 896-2262
www.theridgesresort.com
INSURANCE
Barrett and Associates
333 Big Sky Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7281
M-Design
168 Fern Brook
(706) 835-1339
www.marcieculpepper.com
INVESTMENT
Financial Guideposts
PO Box 908
(706) 964-9190
www.financialguideposts.com
Lance Investments &
Wealth Management, LLC
3280 NC Highway 69, Suite 11
(828) 389-8888
DIRECTORY
Lincoln Financial Advisors
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(404) 312-8998
Raymond James
Financial Services
71B Berrong Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7283
www.raymondjames.com/
bobanderson
JEWELRY
Fortitude Estate Jewelry, Inc.
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5000
LAWN & LANDSCAPING
SERVICES
Men on the Move
(706) 379-6683
www.mountain-movers.com
NEWSPAPERS
Towns County Herald
PO Box 365
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4454
www.townscountyherald.net
Habitat For Humanity
PO Box 270
(706) 835-1602
www.townsunionhabitat.org
NURSERIES
Hiwassee River
Watershed Coalition
90 Tennessee Street, Suite D
Murphy, NC 28906
(828) 837-5414
www.hrwc.net
English Country Gardens –
Greenhouse & Garden Center
973 Village Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8947
www.englishcountrygardensusa.com
Cutting Edge Landscape
Management, Inc.
141 Downings Creek Lane
(706) 897-3705
OFFICE SUPPLY
Lawn & Land Scapes, Inc.
PO Box 959
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4997
OPTOMETRISTS
VistaScapes Landscaping
288 Notla Vista I
(706) 457-6088
www.vistascapesusa.com
MARKETING
Marketing Core Concepts, Inc.
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7689
www.logodepot.net
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage Healing Center
3278 Dogwood Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6858
MORTGAGE & FINANCE
Corridor Mortgage Group
178 Bracketts Way
(706) 487-8003
www.corridormtg.com
Mountain Lakes Mortgage, Inc.
150 South Main Street, Suite B
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1860
MOVING COMPANIES
Friends Moving Co.
1909 Bell Eagle Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7720
www.friendsmoving.com
Food Bank of
Northeast Georgia
861 Newton Bridge Road
Athens, GA 30604
(706) 354-8191
www.foodbanknega.org
Tri-County Office Supply, Inc.
1124 Highway 69 South, Suite 104
(828) 389-0469
Georgia Vision Center
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3303
www.visionsource-georgiavision
center.com
ORGANIZATIONS
American Red Cross –
Towns County DAT,
NE Georgia Chapter
675 White Sulphur Road, #230
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-8453
www.redcross.org/ga/gainesville
Blue Ridge Mountains
Arts Association
420 West Main Street
(706) 632-2144
www.blueridgearts.net
Bob Levy
DBA The Mountain Marty
569 Track Rock Acres
(770) 335-5996
Clay County Communities
Revitalization Association
PO Box 1533
(828) 389-9426
www.cccra-nc.org
Enotah CASA
56 Short Street
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-0300
www.enotahcasa.org
Humane Society’s
Mountain Shelter
29 Bowling Gap Circle
(706) 781-3843
www.pawsga.com
ICL – Institute for
Continuing Learning
1 College Street
(706) 379-5194
www.iclyhc.org
Mountain Networking
Referral Group
307 Cleveland Street
(706) 994-9711
Mountain Regional Library –
Main Office
698 Miller Street
(706) 379-3732
www.mountainregionallibrary.org
Rotary Club of Lake Chatuge –
Hiawassee
PO Box 454
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8847
Smokie Mountain Melodies
PO Box 934
(706) 781-4486
www.smokiemountainmelodies.com
Southern Appalachian Biking
Association (SABA)
PO Box 542
(828) 389-8085
www.sabacycling.com
Stephens Lodge #414
PO Box 181
(706) 379-3660
www.masonpost.com/ga/
stephens414/officers.html
Towns County Anti-Drug
Coalition, Inc.
569-A Gander Gap Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8601
Towns County Board
of Education
67 Lakeview Circle, Suite C
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2279
www.towns.k12.ga.us
Towns County Chamber
of Commerce
(706) 896-4966
www.mountaintopga.com
Northeast Georgia Board
of REALTORS
19 Haines Mountain Road
(706) 781-3030
www.negboard.com
Towns County Democratic Party
3259 Holland Drive
(706) 851-0318
www.georgiademocrat.org/
our-party/about-us/democraticparty-of-georgia
Operation P.U.P., Inc.
(Preventing Unwanted Pets)
PO Box 1038
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6240
Towns County Family Connection
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4131, Ext. 1233
www.gafcp.org/fcnetwork/towns
OTM (On The Map) Committee
359 Lake Point Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4988
Towns County Fire Corps
(404) 754-3430
www.tcfirecorps.org
Republican Party
of Towns County
333 Big Sky Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8415
www.townsgop.com
Towns County Historical Society
PO Box 1182
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1060
www.townshistory.org
DIRECTORY
Towns County
Homeowners Association
PO Box 455
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2227
www.townscountyhomeowners.com
Towns County Lions
PO Box 574
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4191
www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/
townscounty
Tri-State Business Women
65 Windy Valley Lane
(706) 258-2432
www.tri-statebusinesswomen.com
U.S. Forest Service
(706) 745-6928
www.fs.usda.gov/r8
Union-Towns Employer
Committee (UTEC)
PO Box 2732
(706) 745-6959
www.ga-ec.com
VFW Post 7807 –
Garrett-Owensby
1329 Sunnyside Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8387
www.vfwwebcom.org/ga/post7807
PACK & SHIP
Goin Postal
101 South Main Street, Suite 8
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1844
www.goinpostal.com
PAINT & SUPPLIES
Sherwin-Williams
Paint Stores Group
1555 Lakeview Drive
(706) 435-9942
www.sherwin-williams.com
Attamark Imports Limited
#720–999 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K5
(778) 331-0968
www.attamark.com
PEST CONTROL
Alpine Exterminating, Inc.
77 River Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5022
www.alpineexterminating.com
PET SITTING & BOARDING
RV SALES & SERVICE
Coldwell Banker High Country
Realty – Faron King
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3132
www.FaronKing.com
RADIO STATIONS
Realty – Mary Lynn Durfee
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 835-7616
www.mountainlifenow.com
REAL ESTATE
Hiawassee Realty – Bill Pierson
224 Chatuge Way
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4183
www.hiawasseerealty.net
PORTABLE TOILETS,
CHAIR & TABLE RENTALS
Century 21 Scenic Realty –
Ann Wedgwood
3680 Highway 76
(706) 896-8633
www.scenic21.com
Hiawassee Realty – Todd Turner
224 Chatuge Way
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 835-5081
www.toddturnerrealestate.com
PRINTERS
Diane Baggett
3680 Highway 76
(706) 835-7731
www.dianebaggett.com
Michael’s Pet Sitting
1402 Enchantment Way
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(678) 234-5959
Triple Pond Pet Care
1687 Matheson Road
Hayesville. NC 28904
(828) 389-1088
PHARMACIES
Hiawassee Discount Pharmacy
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5555
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Azzarello Photography
307 Cleveland Street, Suite D
(706) 633-3396
www.azzarellophotography.net
Take-A-Break Portables
PO Box 95
(828) 389-0505
www.takeabreakportables.com
Mountain Graphics
382 Bel Aire Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4257
www.mountaingraphicsonline.com
West Printing Co.
259 Cleveland Street
(706) 745-6343
www.westprintingcompany.com
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
FlipKey Vacation Rentals
226 Causeway Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02114
(877) FLIPKEY
www.flipkey.com/north-georgiamountains-cabins-rentals/g1553650
Majestic Mountain Getaways, Inc.
72 Greenbriar Drive
(706) 379-9929 / (877) 379-9929
www.majesticmountaingetaways.com
PUBLISHERS
Southern Directory Publishing
2459 Hilton Court, Suite 1A
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 297-2840
www.ypsouth.com
QUARRIES &
CRUSHED STONE
Western Materials, LLC
2415 Cynth Creek Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5383
Gause RV Center, Inc.
501 Sunnyside Shores
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7897
www.gauservcenter.com
WJUL Radio
(706) 896-1230
www.wjulradio.com
Carmolita at Mountain Realty
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2283
Jo Ellen Thornton
3680 Highway 76
(706) 896-8633
www.joellenthornton.com
Rick Andrews
3680 Highway 76
(706) 896-8633
www.scenic21.com
Robbyn Allen
3680 Highway 76
(706) 896-8633
www.visitlakechatuge.com
Realty – Bruce Olsen
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3132
www.cbhighcountry.com/realtor/
Bruce-Olsen
Realty – Dana Nelson
211-A Cleveland Street
(706) 745-3500
www.cbhighcountry.com/realtor/
Dana-Nelson
Lakewood Land Company, LLC
9821 Cogdill Road, #1
Knoxville, TN 37932
(865) 777-1170
www.lakewoodlandcompany.com
Mountain Realty – Janet Allen
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2283
www.mountainrealty.com
RE/MAX Towns & Country
Realty – Bill & Cyndi Daves
253 US Highway 515
(828) 361-9419
www.teamdaves.com
RE/MAX Town & Country –
Blairsville
253 Highway 515 East, Suites B & C
(706) 745-8097
www.realestateblairsville.com
The Mountain Life Team
108 Blue Ridge Highway, Suite 10
(706) 745-3123
www.northgeorgiamountainreal
estate.com
Zobel Real Estate Georgia
178 Buckridge Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1000
www.zobelrealestategeorgia.com
RECREATION
Brasstown Bald Visitor Center
2941 Highway Spur 180
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4137
www.cfaia.org/campgroundsrecreation-area/brasstown-baldcampgrounds-in-georgia.php
DIRECTORY
Byron Herbert Reece Society
PO Box 811
www.byronherbertreecesociety.org
Mary’s Southern Grill
1617 Highway 17 North
(706) 896-1048
Live Pro, LLC
202 Windy Knoll Lane
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 219-0268
Michaelee’s Italian Life Caffe
6C Town Square
(706) 400-5603
www.michaelees.com
Southern Tree Plantation, Inc.
2254 Owltown Road
(706) 745-0601
www.southerntreeplantation.com
Walnut Hollow Ranch
1100 Carter Cove Road
(828) 389-8931
www.walnuthollowranch.com
Noontootla Creek Farms
3668 Newport Road
(706) 838-0585
www.ncfga.com
Southern Highroads Outfitters
253 Highway 515 East #1C
(706) 781-1414
www.southernhighroadsoutfitters.com
RESTAURANTS
Monte Alban Restaurante
Mexicano
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6698
Papa’s Pizza-to-Go
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7272
www.papaspizzahiawassee.com
Eller Electronic, Inc. –
Radio Shack
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1900
www.ellerelectronics.com
The Chophouse of Hiawassee
625 Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3200
www.hiawasseechophouse.com
Enrico’s Italian Restaurant
687 Main Street
(706) 379-1950
www.enricositalianrestaurant.com
Collage Boutique
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7997
SODEXO – Young Harris Dining
1 College Street
(706) 379-5359
www.youngharrisdining.com
Bowl of Asia
3921 Highway 76 West, #11-12
(706) 896-8513
Café Portofino at Fieldstone
Resort/KDM Holdings, LLC
3295 Dogwood Lane
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 435-0502
www.cafeportofinonga.com
Buckhead House
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0028
Creekside General Store
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-9448
www.creeksidegeneralstore.com
The Blue Otter
(706) 896-1919
www.theridgesresort.com
Brothers at Willow Ranch
6223 Highway 76
(706) 379-1272
www.brothersatwillowranch.com
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
– Pro Shop Mercantile
6321 Highway 76
(706) 379-9900
Sit at Our Table
1854 Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4333
www.sitatourtable.com
Asiano Restaurant
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0508
www.asianorestaurant.com
Brassies Grill at Brasstown
Valley Resort & Spa
6321 Highway 76
(706) 379-9900
BodySense
Highway 76 @ Ridge Crest
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-6457
www.bodysenseonline.com
The Copper Door
950 Highway 64 Business
(828) 389-8460
www.thecopperdoor.com
The Dining Room at
6321 Highway 76
(706) 896-9900
RETAILERS, SPECIALTY
SHOPS & BOUTIQUES
Always Christmas &
The Hen’s Nest
at the Shoppes of Tater Ridge
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-3559
www.alwayschristmas.com
Forest Cabin Furniture
247 Big Sky Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1211
www.ForestCabinFurniture.com
Hiawassee Antique Mall
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0587
www.hiawasseeantiquemall.com
Hi Country Shops
3347 Hwy. 515 E.
(706) 781-4226
Mary Kay Cosmetics –
Roberta L. Ford
(706) 897-0245
www.marykay.com/rford102
Mountain Roots
Southern Outfitters
357 Towne Place, Suite A
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1873
www.shopmountainroots.com
Mountain Valley Country Store
670 Highway 69
(828) 389-1402
www.mountainvalleycountrystore.com
Scrubs and More
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0887
Spa and Deck Creations, Inc.
19 Hollow Hill Road
(706) 745-0630
www.spaanddeck.com
Struts Shoe Store
1615 Highway 17
(706) 896-2002
Sunflowers on Main Street
695 North Main Street, Suite A
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5508
TATA on Main
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-0567
www.facebook.com/pages/
TATA-Resale-Boutique
The Blue Canoe at
Boundary Waters
528 Sunnyside Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2530
www.boundarywatersresort.com
The Fire Place
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-1684
www.thefireplacepro.com
The Loft Boutique
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-5191
www.shopattheloft.com
Tiger’s Department Store
42 Herbert Street
(828) 389-6531
RETIREMENT & ASSISTED
LIVING COMMUNITIES
Branan Lodge/
Wesley Mountain Village
493 Wesley Mountain Drive
(706) 745-5565
www.wesleywoods.org
Brasstown Manor
Retirement Community
108 Church Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4285
www.brasstownmanor.com
Hiawassee Park
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(404) 325-9077 / www.brcga.org
DIRECTORY
Stonehenge Senior Living
168 Stonehenge Drive
(706) 745-7703
www.stonehengeseniorliving.com
SCHOOLS: INSTRUCTIONAL
STORAGE
Berrong’s Highway 76E
Mini Storage
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4317
One Folk School Road
Brasstown, NC 28902
(828) 837-2775
www.folkschool.org
Highway 69 Storage
3389 Highway 69, Suite 102
(828) 389-2800
www.storageplace.info
William Holland School
of Lapidary Arts
230 Lapidary Lane
(706) 379-2126
www.lapidaryschool.org
TAXIS & SHUTTLES
SCREEN PRINTING
& EMBROIDERY
Boomerang Promotional
Printing, LLC
46 Fall View Road
(706) 400-9062
www.boomerangpp.com
SECURITY
PMG Security, LLC
246 Lapidary Lane
(813) 601-9727
www.principalsmanagement
group.com
SEPTIC TANK SERVICES
Shamrock Septic Service
PO Box 277
Epworth, GA 30541
(706) 492-2028
www.shamrocksepticservices.com
SIGNS & OUTDOOR
ADVERTISING
Signs Fast Plus
Trophies & Engraving
3289 NC Highway 69, #101
(828) 389-6041
www.signsfastinc.com
SPAS
Equani Spa at
6321 Highway 76
(706) 379-9900
Airport Shuttle
965 Murphy Highway
(706) 994-4010
THEATER &
PERFORMING ARTS
Licklog Players
Community Theatre
34 Creek Side Circle, Suite 18
(828) 389-8632
www.licklogplayers.org
The Peacock Playhouse –
The Lilith Lidseen Performing
Arts Association, Inc.
301 Church Street
(828) 389-2787
www.peacockplayhouse.org
Smoky Mountain Center
for the Performing Arts
1028 Georgia Road
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 524-1598
www.greatmountainmusic.com
THRIFT STORES
Christ the King Consignments
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-9203
Humane Society’s Thrift Store
536 Bell Creek Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-7548
SAFE Again Thrift Store
4134 Bonny Hills Drive
(706) 896-1700
TITLE PAWN
National Title Pawn
of Hiawassee
89 Franks Street
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 435-0600
www.nationaltitlepawn.org
WINDOW TINTING:
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
Best Solar Control, Inc.
93 Pine Ridge Trail
Mineral Bluff, GA 30559
(706) 374-4515
www.bestsolarcontrolinc.com
TRAVEL AGENCIES
WINE & CIGARS
UTILITIES
WINERIES & VINEYARDS
Suburban Propane
1717 Highway 17
(706) 896-1324
www.suburbanpropane.com
Cherokee Cellars
& Fine Art Gallery
23 Hickory Street
Murphy, NC 28906 (828) 835-9565
www.cherokeecellars.com
Putman Travel
165 Highway 64 West, #201
(828) 389-3357
www.putmantravel.com
Blue Ridge Mountain EMC
1360 Main Street
(706) 379-3121
www.brmemc.com
Towns County Water
and Sewerage Authority
(706) 896-4372
Windstream
Communications, Inc.
40 River Road Connector
(800) 501-1754
www.windstream.com
VETERINARIANS
Hiawassee Animal Hospital
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4173
Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital
(706) 896-1244
www.lakechatugeanimalhospital.com
WATER DAMAGE &
DISASTER RESTORATION
SERVPRO of Union, Towns,
Fannin & Gilmer Counties
117 Industrial Park Drive
(706) 896-1880
www.servprouniontownsfanningilmercounties.com
Bacchus Wine Shoppe
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-9947
www.bacchuswineshoppe.com
Calaboose Cellars
565 Aquone Road
Andrews, NC 28901
(828) 321-2006
www.calaboosecellars.com
Crane Creek Vineyards
916 Crane Creek Road
(706) 379-1236
www.cranecreekvineyards.com
Eagle Fork Vineyards
225 Dick Jones Road
(828) 389-8466
www.eagleforkvineyards.com
Hightower Creek
Vineyards, LLC
7150 Canaan Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-8963
www.hightowercreekvineyards.com
WRECKER SERVICES
Turpin’s Wrecker Service
746 Bugscuffle Road
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4138
www.turpinswreckerservice.com

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