A Few Interesting Links
You will find many of the great things to do in our area right here. There is something for everyone, but ask when you arrive about many others not listed.
The Great Outdoors
Ocoee Adventure Center
http://www.ocoeeadventurecenter.com/
Site of the 1996 Olympic whitewater rafting. A must for those who dare! Mountain biking also.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
http://www.noc.com
Whitewater rafting, a relatively short drive, for an adventure you do not want to miss
Chattahoochie National Forest
http://www.fs.fed.us/conf/
The National Forrest surrounds our area with hiking, fishing, beautiful drives and more. Check out the many interesting things to see and do! And best of, you will be staying right in the middle of it all.
Young Harris Watersports
http://www.yhwatersports.com
Jet ski rentals...Click on their link to make reservations and have deluxe Honda watercraft delivered right to our property!
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Georgia Mountain Fair, Hiawassee, GA, the "Country Music Capitol" of Georgia
Home of the North Georgia Mountain Fair, The Fall Festival, The Rhododendron Festival, and many concerts through the year
2010 Calendar of Events
* Travis Tritt
April 16, 2010
* Chatuge Gun Show
April 20, 2010
* Brasstown Big Band
May 9, 2010
* Bankers Hour
April 24, 2010
* BMW Motorcycle Rally
April 30 & May 1, 2010
* Gold Wing Rally
June 17, 18 & 19, 2010
* Ray Stevens Concert
July 3, 2010
* Fireworks
July 4, 2010 - 9:45 PM
* Blake Shelton
July 16, 2010
* Georgia Mountain Fair
July 21-31, 2010
* Moonshine Cruiz-In
August 12, 13 & 14, 2010
* Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
October 8-16, 2010
Click here for complete calender
A Step Above Stables
www.astepabovestables.com/
Just one of many horseback riding venues in our area.
Jack Rabbit Mountain Bike Trails
http://trails.mtbr.com/cat/united-states-trails/trails-north-carolina/trail/PRD_411205_4567crx.aspx
New and top notch bike trails for both beginners & experienced. Right down the road and by the lake. You may also hike the trails. Fantastic fun and only a minute away!
Blue Ridge Mountain Scenic Railroad
brscenic.com/
A great way to spend an afternoon.
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
http://georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us/content/displaycontent.asp?txtDocument=30
Click this link to get your Ga. Fishing License. (There are no local dealers in our area.)
Another link containing information and rules about fishing can be found here:
www.georgiawildlife.com/fishing/regulations
You may also simply Phone 1-800-366-2661 to obtain your license.
SOME REUNION HELP
Planning a Family Reunion Can Be Stressful and Daunting or Fun and Easy.Here is the link:
http://www.thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/38/
Indoor Fun
Funworld
http://www.ffec.net
Its an indoor fantasy land for the kids. Worried about a rainy day with the kids? Here's the answer! Only 5 minutes away.
The Factory
www.thefactory.bz/
Another indoor world of fun for the kids. It is 25 miles away, but it is a lovely drive with impressive views all the way.
Galaxy Bowling
www.bowlgalaxy.com/
15 miles west of here
Remember When Theater
www.rememberwhentheatre.com/
About 15 miles south of here.
Fieldstone Cinema
http://www.fieldstonecinemas.com/index.php
6 screen movie theater. Click here to see what's playing.
Towns County Recreation Center
www.townscountyga.com/Towns_County_Recreation_Dep.php
Wonderful exercise equipment, yoga classes and much more
Towns County Chamber of Commerce
www.mountaintopga.com/calendar_of_events.asp
A list of up coming events in our area.
Special Events coming soon to our area:
www.mountaintopga.com/calendar_of_events.asp
Goldhagen Art Glass Studio
www.goldhagenartglass.com/
Just one of many Art Studios in the area
Builders & Remodeling
Rodney Underwood
All I will say is Rodney did a major remodeling as well as build a new home for my wife and I. He did it within the short time we had to do it, AND finished the project BELOW his estimated cost. Enough can't be said about the quality and professionalism that he and his crews accomplished in the short amount of time we had to do it. We will be glad to show you his work when you visit Serenity Cove.
Concerts & Plays
Reach of Song
http://www.reachofsong.org/
Georgia's official historical drama in its 15th season.
Licklog Players
http://www.licklogplayers.org/
Wonderful community plays make for a great mountain evening. 10 minute drive from Serenity Cove
John C. Campbell Folk School
http://www.folkschool.com/concert.html
FREE weekly concerts! Many regional and ethnic dances at very low cost. Plan ahead for the dances, as some are restricted to maximum number of people.
Realtors
Restaurants
The Chef's Table
http://www.thechefstable.biz
Our favorite! Only a 3 minute drive from the cabins. Menu changes weekly and is available on the website as well as the ability to make reservations (recommended). You won't be disappointed, the chef (DJ) will personally be by your table to ask you. Very intimate for that special night out.
Enrico's
Fine Italian cuisine. Great lake views while you dine. Reservations may be necessary on the weekends.
Crossroads Restaurant
No website, but great for families and kids. Steak, prime rib, baby back ribs, seafood etc. Reservations not needed.
Country Cottage
The best place in the area for home made desserts bar none!
Shopping
Deb Collins Studio
http://www.debcollins.com
The watercolor works by Deb Collins feature not only magnolias, hummingbirds and songbirds, but all of the abundant floral life found in the garden. From her studio in Hiawassee, her art is strongly influenced by the ever-changing beauty of the North Georgia Mountains. With well over two hundred images now in print distribution worldwide, her images include looks that expand from "Cottage Garden" to the ever-growing "Hemmingway Look."
Alexander's
Indescribable... Need Levi's, a new tailored suit, furniture, how about fishing/hunting gear, maybe a gallon of milk and cookies? So unique, you can spend hours and not see it all. An entire shopping center in one building that only the mountains could produce. Beautiful countryside roads surround the area. No website, but everything else.
Upper Hi Fly Fisherman
http://www.upper-hi-fly.com
Complete fishing tackle and gear shop. You can even arrange for guides.
Baccus
http://www.bacchuswineshoppe.com
If you need a fine wine, cheese or cigar (smoke outside only!) here is the place to go.
Crane Creek Vineyards
www.cranecreekvineyards.com/
Excellent vineyard 15 minutes away.
Always Christmas
www.alwayschristmas.com/
Just up the road. A must see for anyone who enjoys Christmas. Many other interesting shops in the same shopping center only 2 minutes away from us.
Hiawassee Antique Mall
www.hiawasseeantiquemall.com/
Again, just up the road from us. Very neat place to shop for antiques. As they say "something for everyone".
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