The Laurel Magazine - October 2018 Issue by The Laurel Magazine of Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

OCTOBER 2018

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INSIDE THE LAUREL OCTOBER 2018 74

Lisa Pirkle, Folk Artist

Art Supports Community

Highlands Halloween

The Art of Jill Wolfe

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Mission Hospital

Highlands on the Half Shell

Art League’s October Events

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Auntie Oxidant

Cast Iron Cooking

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Seasonal Tastes

Friday Night Live

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A Positive Outlook

The Bascom

Highlands Marketplace

Dining at The Orchard

Hudson Library

The Story Behind the Wine

Goblins on the Green

Chefs in the House

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Historic Highlands Home

Albert Carlton Community Library

Nick’s Famous French Onion Soup

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Plateau’s Biggest Secret

Highlands Arts and Crafts Show

Honoring Osteen

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Financial Focus

Highlands School Fall Festival

90 SweeTreats

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A Viewtiful Community

Leaf Festival

Whiteside Brewing Co.

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Wonderful Wallopers

Empty Bowls Project

Altitude Restaurant

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Life as a Work of Art

HUMC Celebration

Highlands Food & Wine Festival

HUMC Pumpkin Patch

Dining Guide

Wreaths Across America

Chocolate Fantasy

Be Like Brit

Food Pantries Christmas

Scholarship Fund Golf Classic

Turkey Trot

Cashiers Quilters

International Holiday Dinner

Sky Valley Fall Festival

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DINING

VENTURE OUT

HOMES & LIFESTYLES

GIVING BACK 140

Al Brady, Volunteer Spotlight

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Carpe Diem Farms

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Adventure Out

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Friends for Life

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Fly Fishing on the Plateau

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Big Brothers, Big Sisters

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The Accidental Gardener

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C-H Humane Society

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Highlands Plateau Audubon Society

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Peggy Crosby Center

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Golf Talk

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Triumphant Twilight 5k

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Nature’s Fall Show

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Hospice House Foundation

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H-C Land Trust

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HISTORY THE ARTS

HEALTH

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Highlands History

The Art of Jenny Mixon

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Cashiers History

Highlands Cashiers Players

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Fairview House

Foodie Film Fest

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Village Heritage Award

H-C Chamber Music Festival

Highlands PAC

BIZ SPOTLIGHT 154

ACP Home Interiors

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Cashiers Chamber of Commerce

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Laurelwood Inn

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Signal Ridge Marina

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Porch Living

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MAKING IT HAPPEN

JANET CUMMINGS Managing Partner

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DONNA RHODES Writer

Fall has arrived. Frosty mornings and longer nights are working their magic. The mountains are alive with riotous color. Leaves in rich hues, pumpkins, apples and some of the

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bluest skies around beckon us to come out and drink it all in. Even the air seems clearer and sweeter. We at the Laurel love to behold this transformation – it never gets old. We hope you share the same excitement – and we absolutely love sharing it with you.

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Contributing Writers: Jane Gibson Nardy, Donn Gash, Mary Adair Trumbly, Sue Blair, Dr. Anastasia Halldin, David Stroud, Curt Christiansen, Jeannie Chambers, William McReynolds, Sue Aery, Ann Self, Zach Claxton, Elizabeth Spaulding, Charlotte Muir, Chris Wilkes, Emily Crowell and AJ Stewart Contributing Photographers: Susan Renfro, Greg Clarkson, Charles Johnson, and Terry Barnes

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HIGHLANDS HALLOWEEN BY MARY JANE MCCALL | PHOTOS BY MARJORIE CHRISTIANSEN

Don’t be afraid! Highlands’ Halloween party is a treat for everyone.

ho doesn’t look forward to Highlands’ annual celebration of Halloween? The event will be held on Wednesday, October 31 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., and offers fun for everyone. Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a Mission Health Hospital, is the proud sponsor of the All Hallows Eve Celebration this year. Jackie Medland, President and Chief Nursing Officer of the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital says, “It is our great pleasure to be the presenting sponsor of this year’s Highlands Area Annual Halloween Festival. At Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, our mission is to always provide each patient, family and team member with the best care, every time. We are passionate about our community and look forward to being a part of this area-wide celebration.” Speaking of celebration, Halloween in Highlands is a dose of fun for everyone. Families look forward to this annual outing where everyone lets their hair down a little, puts on their beautiful, creative or zany costume and heads downtown for a night of comradery and fun. This strolling parade of the scary and not-so-scary brings out kids of all ages, and more than a few pets in their cutest or wackiest costumes. Expect to see zombies, skeletons, witches, pirates, brides, ghosts, princesses, Minions, superheroes and more than one clever take on the pop culture icons of the day. Get dressed in your favorite outfit or mask, get moving and join the hospital and family and friends in doing the Monster Mash on Main Street. Local merchants will be handing out sweet treats to all the revelers and you’ll find that many embrace the spirit of the evening with decorated storefronts and more than a few clever costumes. This evening is truly fun for everyone, young and old. Even those with no children will enjoy strolling and people watching. As in years past, there will be classic Halloween themed music on Main Street, plus free hot dogs and drinks.

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HIGHLANDS ON THE HALF SHELL BY CHARLOTTE MUIR HIGHLANDS BIOLOGICAL STATION

Good times, great food and a gorgeous outdoor setting – it’s the Highlands Biological Foundation’s quintessential Cajun Party, Highlands on the Half Shelf, set for Sunday, October 7.

oin the Highlands Biological Foundation for a Cajun celebration on Sunday, October 7, for Highlands on the Half-Shell in the meadow behind the Highlands Nature Center. This annual fall event supports the Highlands Biological Foundation. The bayou comes to the mountains with a feast of oysters, gumbo, and other Louisiana delicacies under the canopy of Highland’s autumn flame-colored leaves. The Highlands Biological Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been providing critical support for the Biological Station and its three facets: the Nature Center, Botanical Garden, and Biological Laboratory. Thanks to the generosity of members and community residents, admission to the Nature Center and Botanical Garden are free. Come support the mission of the Highlands Biological Station: “To foster research and education focused on the rich natural heritage of the southern Appalachian mountains.” Knowing that your support is directly contributing to conservation efforts, research, and education to better understand the exceptional organisms in the southern Appalachian Mountains, you’ll find that oysters and gumbo have never tasted so good. Whether there’s rain or shine, Highlands on the Half-Shell is guaranteed to be a good time. Laissez les bons temps rouler! The fun starts at 4:00 P.M. and will last until dark. Come dressed in your favorite Cajun Casual. Tickets are $75 for members and $100 for non-members. To purchase tickets, visit highlandsbiological. org. or call (828) 526-2221.

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CAST IRON COOKING BY MARY PALMER DARGAN DARGAN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

The intricacies of Cast Iron Cooking will be explored in a fun workshop, culminating in a heavenly meal that everyone will help to create.

s Cast Iron Cooking hot enough for you? Don’t we all want to have a party that sizzles? Please join us for a demonstration and luncheon created at fireside with Mary Palmer Dargan at Dovecote/ Dargan Landscape Architects on Friday, October 12, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Learn how to prep your cast iron prior to cooking, novel ways to use charcoal, and more. Fireside tender Hugh Dargan will entertain you with tales of fireside cast iron cooking surprises. This is a hands-on workshop, so bring your apron and favorite knife. Together we will create sumptuous Trout Squares Wrapped in Grape Leaves and Soaked in Verjuice; Chicken with Rosemary and Root Vegetables; Ramp Cornbread; Homemade Horseradish Sauce; Kilt Salad; and pies. To finish the taste experience, we’ll share our famous Dovecote Blackberry Wine made last year. Your tongue will feel the sunshine of the summer captured by the berries. At $35, it’s a steal of a cast iron meal. Prepaid admissions only. To save your spot, please contact Elizabeth@dargan.com and leave a message about the number in your party. She will be in touch.

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OUTDOOR MUSIC CONCERTS BY MARY JANE MCCALL

Friday Night Live, the inimitable Highlands concert series, offers a pair of seasonal swansong performances.

ll good things must come to an end, and so it is with another exciting season of outdoor music concerts in Highlands. Saturdays on Pine celebrated its final concert of the season over the Labor Day weekend, and now Friday Night Live is winding up another fun-filled season of traditional mountain music with two final October concerts. Held at Town Square, these family friendly concerts start at 6:00 P.M. and end at 8:00 P.M. and always draw a crowd of fun-loving music lovers of all ages. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just something

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about an evening of music and dancing under the stars. Fittingly, the concerts are winding up with crowd favorites, Curtis Blackwell and The Bluegrass Boys on October 5; and Southern Highlands on October 12. Both bands spotlight our areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tremendously talented musicians whose love of bluegrass music permeates every performance. These seasoned performers have been playing together for many years and their resulting professional heartfelt sounds are not to be missed.

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This concert series is especially proud to be part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina. Throughout the mountain region, this series of musical events offers communities opportunities to learn more about the important part music plays in our mountain heritage, and to listen to some of the finest regional bands that are keeping our musical roots alive and well. For more information contact the Highlands Chamber of Commerce at (828) 526-2112, or visit their website at highlandschamber.org.

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A MATTER OF TASTE BY LIN SHEFFIELD | THE BASCOM

Jean-Baptiste Hugo, Traditional Channa Dhal Ingredients, 2006, ChromaLuxe on aluminum Ó Jean-Baptiste Hugo

A new Bascom exhibition explores the subtle role food and drink play in art and culture.

s Virginia Woolf said, “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” Food and water are essential for survival, but mankind’s relationship to food has transformed over time from one of sustenance to one laden with personal and cultural significance. “A Matter of Taste” explores depictions of food and drink in art and reveals how images of fruits and vegetables can function as complex metaphors for excess, status, memory, and politics. Drawn from Southern museums and private collections, this exhibition showcases over 35 paintings, decorative arts, and works on paper by artists such as Andy Warhol, Wayne Thiebaud, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Claes Oldenburg. This show spans 40 0 years and multiple

continents, revealing the evolving role of food and drink in various media and cultural contexts. In 19th-century America, still life paintings remained popular but evolved in terms of subject matter, media, and message. Painters such as Thomas Wightman, George Forster, and De Scott Evans embraced Dutch still lifes and used food as commentary on the current political climate and the transient state of the human condition. Illustrated newspapers led to an increase of cartoons by artists such as Winslow Homer and William Hogarth, who utilized food and drink as social satire. The 20th-century Modern Art Movement further changed the perception of food. The culture of mass production enabled Pop artists to elevate seemingly mundane foodstuffs to high art.

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Other contemporary artists explored the symbolic and nostalgic role of food seen in works by Tim Tate, Linda Armstrong, and Laquita Thomson. Visitors will also experience an elaborately set dining table fit for a sumptuous feast. Dining became its own art form over time and communicated one’s social standing and wealth. Each of the table’s six place settings represent a different culture and offer a glimpse into global dining customs. Selective drinkware will accompany this section revealing how tea sets and even punch bowls reflected an owner’s prestige. A Matter of Taste will be on view at The Bascom from September 30, 2018–January 7, 2019, where admission is always free. The Bascom is located at 323 Franklin Road, Highlands, just across the covered bridge.

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STOCK UP AND YUM UP BY JENNY KING

Highlands Marketplace wraps up its 2018 season with a dazzling blaze of Autumnal Glory.

ctober is the last month for the Highlands Marketplace, held Saturdays in Founders Park, and it’s the perfect time to load up on gifts, crafts, and some tasty Autumn veggies. Vendors set up their tents early and you’ll see customers arriving with shopping bags ready to fill with the goodness of locally grown produce Arugula and apples will be in season and are a key ingredient in a luscious mushroom, apple, and goat cheese salad. Don’t worry, there will be a variety of mushrooms at the market for your salad and you’ll want to pick up some winter squash

and pumpkins for soups. You may even find a few late-summer goodies like cauliflower, cucumbers, and − keep your fingers crossed − tomatoes. But it’s not just veggies you’ll find at Highlands Marketplace. Every vendor there hand-crafts what they sell. Appalachian hand woven baskets are stunning in their craftsmanship and detail, and you can watch as they’re made on site. Jewelry, remarkable artwork, and felted wool hats are sold by the very people who make them. Don’t miss the hand-baked goodies that

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challenge the discipline of even the most dedicated dieter; and up the Yum Factor by adding fresh eggs, local honey, and jams to your market basket. If you’ve been searching for salves, creams, and pomades, you’re likely to find those, too. Buy a few as they make great gifts. Actually, the entire Highlands Marketplace is the ideal place to buy mountain mementos to take home to friends and family, so bring plenty of cash and visit them Saturdays from 8:00 A.M. until noon, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in downtown Highlands.

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LITERARY FIX BY EMILY CROWELL

Hudson Library in Highlands is the place to go for a good literary fix in more ways than one – especially this month.

oth literature and outdoor enthusiasts alike will be delighted to meet local author and wilderness enthusiast Brent Martin of the Bartram Trail Society at the library. On Friday, October 2, at 2:00 P.M. he’ll be presenting “Mountains Piled Upon Mountains” – a journey into 18th-century Western North Carolina through the eyes of William Bartram. The presentation will explore the cultural and natural history of the Little Tennessee and Upper Chattooga valleys as described in 1775 in Bartram’s famous Travels. Following the hour-long presentation, there’ll be an optional two-mile hike on the Bartram Trail near Highlands beginning at the Osage Overlook. You can find a copy of Bartram’s Travels on the shelves of Hudson Library (or, if not, you can place a hold on it) as well as a few of Brent’s books in the poetry and nonfiction sections. Hudson’s popular Books and Bites series continues by welcoming author Olivia de-

Belle Byrd on October 18 at 12:30 P.M. for a talk and book-signing. Olivia delights audiences across the South with her humorous vignettes and tales of classic Southern personalities. The daughter of one of the first Pepsi bottlers in the South, she knows what it’s like to grow up amid Southern traditions. Her book novel, “Save My Place,” is a coming-of-age story that earned gold medals for Florida Fiction and Cover Design for the Florida Publishers Association. Her first book of humorous anecdotes, “Miss Hildreth Wore Brown: Anecdotes of a Southern Belle,” was awarded two silver medals from the Florida Publishers Association. Olivia is a longtime resident of Panama City, Florida, where she lives with her husband Tommy and, in addition to writing, enjoys visiting family (three grandchildren in particular) in Austin, Texas. If she’s as wittily charming in person as she is in writing – and I suspect she will be – Highlands is in for a real treat

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with her visit. The younger literary types among us – particularly those who may struggle with reading – have a new friend at Hudson Library: Paisley the Reading Sheepdog. The fluffy, gentle, eternally lovable Paisley will be visiting the Hudson on the third Thursdays of every month at 3:30 P.M. and loves stories. She’ll be there during regularly-scheduled Kids Zone activities, so kids can slip away from the program, grab a book, and read to her one at a time with no pressure. Paisley and the Hudson Library hope to help kids not only learn to read but love to read. Hudson Library is located at 554 Main Street in Highlands. The phone number is (828) 526 -3031, and their hours are 10:0 0 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. Tuesday through Friday and 10:0 0 A.M. – 4:0 0 P.M. on Saturday. The library will even be open on Halloween, which for some reason is not a Federal holiday.

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A FRIGHTFULLY FUN TIME BY ANN SELF | THE VILLAGE GREEN

Tricks, treats, and a healthy dose of laughter are served up at Goblins in the Green, Friday, October 26, at the Cashiers Village Green Commons.

ooking for a frightfully fun time for the entire family to celebrate Halloween? Come be a part of Goblins In the Green. Dress up in your favorite silly or scary costume for this annual Cashiers tradition, which will be 5:30 -7:30 P.M. Friday, October 26 at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road. Ghoulish guests join the resident spiders and bats in the park for an evening of fun for the entire family. Count on spooky surprises and special treats! One of the highlights of the evening will be a costume contest at 7:0 0 P.M. Prizes will be awarded to the best boy and girl costume as well as the best owner and pet

coordinating costume. Music, dancing, games, and a few tricks along with some treats will create a ghoulishly good time for the community. Goblins In the Green is organized and presented in partnership by the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department and The Village Green, along with many area merchants who support the event. This is a free event open to the public for everyone’s enjoyment. The Village Green is the 13-plus acre park extending from the crossroads of Highway 64 and Highway 107 to Frank Allen Road in Cashiers. The Village Green

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hosts thousands of visitors and more than 10 0 events each year. “What many people don’t realize is that this park is free for the public to enjoy, but depends solely on the financial support of generous donors,” says Village Green Executive Director Ann Self. “Every contribution is valuable toward not only maintaining the park but making events like Goblins In the Green possible for residents and guests in the area to experience.” For more information, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com. You can also “Like” The Village Green on Facebook or follow on Instagram and Twitter @cashiersgreen.

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CAPTURING IMAGINATIONS BY LUKE OSTEEN

Children have always enjoyed a special status at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library.

or the littlest ones, there’s a weekly storytime to capture their imaginations and help them learn about the magic and wonder of the world. For older kids, the library is the setting for Lego Club, Crafternoons, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) Club, which offers fun projects for the present and a preview of the future. There are multimedia lessons in the library’s inflatable planetarium and programs on snakes and lizards, and birds, and backyard wildlife. The Boys and Girls Club makes weekly visits, and the library’s expansive Meeting Room has been the setting for many birthday parties and holiday celebrations. Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library has initiated a new program designed specifically for elementary students – After-

noon Storytime. At 3:45 P.M. on the first Thursday of each month, Youth Services Director James Stewart-Payne will present a story and a lesson suitable for grade school children. There’ll be occasional visits by Miss P, the beloved therapy dog who’s perfect for coaxing confident reading from normally reticent students; and James Stewart-Payne, the Library’s Anna Crespo, who specializes Youth Services Director. in teaching Spanish to children. Ms. Stewart-Payne is also hosting a Young Adult Book looking at the library’s calendar to find apClub. Each month, the members will select propriate evenings for Family Game Nights a book from any genre and read and dis- with accompanying potluck dinners. cuss. Since it’s student-led, it’ll be unpreAlbert Carlton-Cashiers Community Lidictable and sure to prompt conversations. brary is located at 249 Frank Allen Road. For Looking to the future, Ms. Stewart-Payne is more information, call (828) 743-0215.

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IT’S FALL Y’ALL & TIME FOR CRAFTS BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The Highlands Arts and Crafts Show, the centerpiece of local craft shows, will be staged Saturday, October 13, at the Highlands Civic Center.

he season of the arts and craft show has begun in the mountains. Leisurely autumn weekends are perfect for making time to visit craft shows, and the Town of Highlands hosts one of the region’s best. The 38th annual Highlands Arts and Crafts Show will be held on Saturday, October 13 from 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the Highlands Civic Center at 600 North Fourth Street. Admission and parking to this event are free. This craft show enjoys a welcoming local flavor with more than 60 artisans selling their creations of all kinds. From the flavorful assortment of home-baked cakes, pies,

cookies, fudge, and breads, as well as jams, jellies, preserves, pickles, sauces, and other home-canned goods available, to the wide selection of arts and crafts of every imaginable kind, everyone is sure to find something they love. Craft items include wood working; fine handcrafted furniture; Christmas wreaths, ornaments, and gifts; woven items; items in stone and clay; paintings; drawings; handcrafted knives; jewelry; candles; scarves and other textiles; hand blown glass; woodworking; pottery; and, so much more. The Christmas items are particularly in demand, with shoppers finding one-of-a-kind cre-

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ations for their homes. Splashes of fall colors will be resplendent, with many local gardeners sharing a wide assortment of dried flowers and arrangements, or choose from the large assortment of Japanese Lanterns, dried Hydrangeas, and other dried flowers and herbs sold here and create your own unique creations. You’ll find lots of inspiration here. Plan to have lunch at the show as local eatery Fressers will be on hand, turning out their fresh, flavorful food. Mark your calendars now so you won’t forget the date. For more information, please call the Town of Highlands at (828) 526-2118.

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HIGHLANDS SCHOOL FALL FESTIVAL BY JENNY KING

A little bit spooky, a little bit silly, the Highlands School Fall Festival is a throwback to the days of simpler pleasures for the entire family.

eave those smartphones and tablets at home and enjoy some good, old-fashioned fun at the annual Highlands School Fall Festival, set for Saturday, October 6, from 5:00 until 9:00 P.M., at the Highlands Rec Park. Monies raised help the Highlands High School seniors with the costs of their caps and gowns. This PTO fundraiser is perfect for the entire family. In these days of digital everything, the Fall Festival is a chance for families to enjoy time together without the interruption of emails, texts, and telemarketers. Every year the Highlands School PTO hosts this evening, with parents and students participating in everything from face painting and games of chance to a cake walk and multiple raffles for gas, groceries, and dining. Tickets are only 25 cents a piece for each activity and raffle tickets are one for $1 or six for $5. Younger children will enjoy the rubber duckie pool and fishing game where they can win prizes, and children of all ages love to try their hand at the basketball shooting booth. Adults and older students always enjoy the haunted house, which sets the scene for the Highlands Trick or Treat festivities on Halloween night. The cake walk, featuring homemade baked goods, goes on throughout the evening and guarantees a tasty selection to lure you to participate. Make sure you come to the festival ready to eat, because there are lots of yummy choices and the ever-popular homemade desserts for sale. Join the festivities at the Rec Park for the annual Highlands School Fall Festival, Saturday, October 6. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an evening for family, games, and good eats and a great way to support Highlands School. -

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CASHIERS VALLEY LEAF FESTIVAL BY A.J. STEWART

The Cashiers Leaf Festival, October 5-7 at The Village Green, is a taste of mountain life as sweet as an October apple.

ith Labor Day behind us, the Plateau is turning its attention to the holidays and all that our beautiful communities have to offer in this golden season. Pumpkin patches are popping up; ice rinks are opening; fires are blazing and dinner parties are being planned. But the one thing that everyone, visitors and residents alike, are looking forward to: The Cashiers Leaf Festival. On Columbus Day weekend, the Village Green will host their 10th annual celebration of the Pla-

teauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most beautiful season. The Leaf Festival was selected by the Southeast Tourism Society as one of the Top 20 Tourism Events in October, and for good reason. On October 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7, the 13-acre park will be dotted with white tents, showcasing artists and their talents. Fine art, basketry, pottery, sculpture, and much more will be available for purchase as well as admiration at the juried art show. There will also be a merchant mall, with specialty food vendors and giftware. Over 100 vendors will be

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there to help you find the perfect gifts for the people on your Christmas shopping list. On Friday night, a concert will be held on the Green. Other concerts will be held throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday on the Green and at the Gazebo. Lunch will be available at one of the many food trucks. As always, the Leaf Festival is free to attend. The festival will be open rain or shine, so come join us as we say goodbye to the summer season and welcome the glorious, golden autumn.

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OUR GOAL TO FILL BOWLS BY A.J. STEWART

A simple bowl of soup can help feed the hungry of Jackson and Macon counties.

ith the holidays just around the corner, thoughts are beginning to turn to the magnificent feasts on the horizon. Whether you’re already planning the bountiful dinner you’re going to serve, or just dreaming about it, it’s important to take a moment to remember those that may not get to fill their bellies this holiday season. In Jackson and Macon County, nearly one in five people fall below the poverty line. Food insecurity is a very present reality for hundreds of our neighbors. You can help make their next meal a little less uncertain by participating in the Empty Bowls Project. The Empty Bowls Project started as a high school fundraiser in Michigan in 1990. The art students created the bowls and used them to serve a simple meal. Over the last 28 years, the Project has become a nationwide event of generosity and community, bringing local artists and charities together to support local food banks and pantries. Join the Fishes and Loaves Pantry in Cashiers and The Highlands Food Pantry on

Sunday, October 7, for a humble meal of soup and bread served in a handmade bowl. Local artists have generously donated their time and talents to creating these beautiful bowls and are proud to have their art go to a good cause. Likewise, the warm and delicious soups will be provided by local restaurants. For a nominal donation, you can enjoy the warm meal and keep the bowl as a thank you for your generosity and as a reminder of those whose bowls remain empty. The donations support the pantries in Cashiers and Highlands. The pantries are open year-round for anyone that may need them, thanks to the hard work of the volunteers that operate them. In Cashiers, visit The Orchard Restaurant Event Barn from noon-2:00 P.M. and purchase your bowl and meal for $25. In Highlands, pick up your bowl at Coleman Hall at First Presbyterian Church from 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. for $25. For more information, contact Carole Stork in Cashiers at (828) 7433222, or The International Friendship Center in Highlands at (828) 526-0890.

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A HOMECOMING CELEBRATION BY WILEY SLOAN | PHOTO COURTESY HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Highlands United Methodist Church honors over 100 years of faith with its Homecoming Service, 10:00 A.M. Sunday, October 14.

or more than 100 years the sanctuary of the Highlands United Methodist Church has stood as a beacon of faith at 315 Main Street in the heart of downtown Highlands. The original building, which was heated by a potbellied stove and lit by kerosene lamps, has been renovated and expanded through the years to support the growing ministries of the church. Highlands history includes wonderful stories of the church’s influence on the many generations of families over the decades. To celebrate this lega-

cy, members of HUMC are planning a Homecoming Service on Sunday, October 14, at 10:00 A.M. in the church’s new Faith and Fellowship Center. Plans are still being finalized but Senior Pastor Randy Lucas says, “This will be a time to remember and celebrate God’s blessings on this community of faith over the years. Members from both the 9:09 A.M. Bluegrass Worship Service and the 10:50 A.M. Traditional Service will gather in our new Faith and Fellowship Center for a combined service of memory and cel-

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ebration. We look forward to seeing past Pastors and members who may have moved away all reunite with our present congregation.” If you have old photographs of your family and friends at HUMC through the years (worship, weddings, funerals, or other events) please share them with the church to be included in a video remembrance that will be shown that day. If you have any questions about the pictures, please contact Sonja DeFoor at (828) 526-3376 or at highlandsumc@icloud.com.

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OH, MY GOURD BY WILEY SLOAN

Highlands United Methodist Church Youth’s pumpkins serve as the centerpiece for many a Plateau celebration.

he temperatures are cooling. Leaves dot the ground as fall slowly makes it way to the Plateau. You know it’s fall when you see Highlands United Methodist Methodist Church’s lawn dotted with pumpkins. Support the youth as they change lives – both theirs and the people that they serve. Funds from this project underwrite the Spring and Summer Youth Missions. Beginning the first week in October, the front lawn of the church on Main Street and the grassy area in front of the new Faith &

Fellowship Center (access via Third Street) will be will carpeted with pumpkins. Pumpkin prices are super affordable, ranging from $1 (Itty-Bitty Ones) to $50 (XXL). Challenge your neighbors to a pumpkin decorating contest with pumpkins from the HUMC Youth Pumpkin Patch! Plan to have lunch with the youth on Saturday, October 6, from 10:0 0 A.M to 2:0 0 P.M. Enjoy grilled hot dogs, chips, and drink for $5 or grilled bratwurst, chips, and drink for $6. Home-baked goods will be avail-

able to satisfy your sweet tooth. Take some home to freeze in case unexpected guests drop in. Children always enjoy face painting, fall coloring pages, and photos made with friends. Bring the kids and grandkids and make it a day. If you can’t make the Festival or don’t have a place for a pumpkin, but want to support the youth, send your checks to HUMC at PO Box 1959, Highlands, NC 28741 (MEMO: Youth Missions) or visit highlandsmethodist.org to give online.

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WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA BY JENNY KING

Highlands remembers its fallen veterans with the local incarnation of Wreaths Across America.

reaths Across America began in 1992 and was started by Morrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreath Company in Harrington, Maine. Since its inception, this annual tribute to our veterans has grown to over 1,400 locations, including Highlands. Volunteers across the country participate in this annual wreath-laying ceremony each December as a way to remember the men and women who served our country. The mission of Wreaths Across America is threefold: to remember our fallen U.S. veterans, to honor our military and their families, and to teach children about our freedom and those who protect it. The local wreath-laying ceremony will be held at Highlands Memorial Park on December 15 at noon and is part of a national network of volunteers who have laid over one million memorial wreaths around the country. The public is encouraged to attend. There is ample parking at the Highlands Community Building, and shuttles will be leaving the parking lot at regular intervals between 11:00 and 11:45 A.M. Sponsorship makes it possible for this ceremony to continue and proceeds from the Rotary Club of Highlands Bingo Night on Thursday, October 4, will help support this effort. If you’re not available to attend Bingo,

you can still help. For only $15 you can sponsor a wreath to honor a local veteran. Organizer Phil Potts says, “We will be honoring veterans buried in Buck Creek, Clear Creek, Goldmine, Highlands, Horse Cove, Miller, and Scaly Mountain cemeteries.” For each wreath sponsored, $5 will be donated to the memorial brick program of American Legion Post #370 If you would like to find out more about how you might make our local ceremony a success contact Phil Potts at (828) 200-9753 or email him at philpot@frontier.com. For more information about the national effort, visit WreathsAcrossAmerica.org.

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LOSE YOURSELF IN CHOCOLATE BY PEGGY PAYNE SCALY MOUNTAIN WOMENS CLUB

The ever-sweet members of the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club will be serving up chocolate with abandon at Highlands Own Craft Show, Saturday, October 13.

hat’s your chocolate fantasy? A cupcake covered in chocolate, brownies, or a chocolate pie? Chocolate covered pretzels, chocolate chip cookies, chocolatecovered nuts, a big cake with chocolate icing all over and maybe even some running down on your plate? Whatever you chose the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club will fulfill your fantasy. All treats are made by the members of the club, these women know their chocolate and can not wait to share. They invite all chocolate lovers to visit their booth at the Highlands Own Craft Show held at the Highlands Civic Center on Saturday October 13 from 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. This is one of the club’s major fundraisers. At present we have 15 students on scholarships, and monies from this event will go into the scholarship fund. Please enjoy our chocolate and support young people in our community furthering their education.

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BE LIKE BRIT BY JENNY KING

Thanks to a loving heart and indomitable spirit, Len Gengel has transmuted unimaginable loss into an instance of hope.

en Gengel has experienced tragedy that no one should have to face. In January, 2010 his 19-year-old daughter Britney was killed in the disastrous earthquake in Haiti while there on a trip with Lynn University. The details are devastating and her parents immediately became involved in an international effort to help locate all the students that were missing. Gengel, a man who is not new to making large projects come to fruition, put all his energies into making “Brit’s” dream of opening an orphanage come true. They started the Be Like Brit Foundation. Now home to 66 Haitian orphans, “Brit’s House” has done far more than house the children, it has changed the environment and lives of those in Grand Goâve, 30 miles southwest of the capital, Port-au-Prince. Gengel says, “Grand Goâve is our com-

Len Gengel (center) with Brit’s House residents in Haiti.

munity. The people of Grand Goâve have been supportive and actively involved in our efforts from the time that we first looked at the site of The Children’s Home. Today, Be Like Brit is the largest employer in the area, with an average work force of 10 0 staff, along with additional employees for construction projects. All but two of our employees in Haiti are from the Grand Goâve area.” On Friday, October 19, from 11:0 0 A.M. to 5:0 0 P.M. there will be a special event held at The Shuptrine Gallery to help raise funds for the Be Like Brit Foundation. Artist Stephanie Shuptrine, daughter of Hubert Shuptrine and a renowned watercolorist, will be painting one of the 66 planned pictures of the 66 residents of Brit’s House. This will be offered by silent auction during the event and will later be sent to the Foundation’s offices in Worcester, Massachusetts, where the final bids will be ac-

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cepted during their Fall Gala on November 3. Eighty-five cents of every dollar raised by the foundation goes directly to Brit’s Home. During this special event in Highlands, Len will be at the gallery to provide an indepth look at how Brit’s House has come to be and what he and his family went through after the earthquake. He will also have copies of his book, “Heartache and Hope in Haiti,” which he’ll be signing. It is a story of the power of love and dedication and he speaks from the heart with unimaginable passion. Please plan to attend the Be Like Brit Foundation Event at the Shuptrine Gallery, Friday October 19. The Gallery is located at 369 Main Street in downtown Highlands. For more information about the fundraiser, call the gallery at (828) 482-2676 and to learn more about Britney Gengel’s legacy, visit BeLikeBrit.org.

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FOOD PANTRIES CHRISTMAS BY JENNY KING

A Food Pantries Christmas will ensure a generous holiday for all local residents.

aturday, December 1, is the date for the annual Highlands Christmas Parade. It’s also the date for A Food Pantries Christmas, which follows the parade. Plan to take the entire family for some scrumptious barbecue and a heaping platter of Christmas Spirit, to support our local food pantries. Volunteers will be holding this tasty fundraiser in Jones Hall at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation from 11:30 A.M. until 1:30 P.M. and all proceeds benefit both the Highlands Emergency Council’s food pantry and The Highlands Food Pantry. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by visiting the Episcopal Church on Main Street, prior to the event. Highlands Emergency Council is a grassroots organization and its mission is people helping people. It assists low income residents of the Highlands area, senior citizens, young families, single parent families, and those who have lost or are unable to find work. Their food pantry is just one of the many services that it offers and needs your support to keep its shelves stocked this winter. The mission of The Highlands Food Pantry is to provide nutritious food to anyone who meets the income eligibility guidelines. The colder months put an extra strain on its clients, which means an increased burden on the pantry. That client base swells in the colder months and their shelves need to be constantly refilled. Please consider giving the gift of generosity by visiting A Food Pantries Christmas on Saturday, December 1. You’ll enjoy a barbecue lunch for $10, with all proceeds benefiting local food banks. You can also purchase pies and a variety of jams, jellies, and pickles that have been donated for this event. It’s held from 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation on Main Street, Highlands. This year, instead of giving more things, give more meaning. For information and advance tickets, call The Episcopal Church of the Incarnation at (828) 526-2968.

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Marty Rosenfield, HIghlands’ Food Pantry’s Executive Director

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SCHOLARSHIP GOLF CLASSIC BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The Highlands Scholarship Fund Golf Classic, slated for October 18, helps to support the dreams of young local scholars.

ach year the Town of Highlands, together with the support of local business sponsors, hosts the annual Town of Highlands Scholarship Fund Golf Classic. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tournament, held on Thursday, October 18, is being hosted by Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. Now in its 43rd year, this tournament is their largest fundraiser of the year, typically raising between $15,000 and $20,000 for the scholarship endowment. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eagerly anticipated by golf enthusiasts who enjoy a day on the greens while helping local students achieve their dreams of obtaining a higher education. The entry fee for each golfer is $150.

Breakfast is included prior to the 9:00 A.M. shotgun start, as well as cocktails, and lunch at the awards ceremony which follows. Golfers play in teams of four. Bring your own foursome to play or sign up as an individual and be assigned to a group. The Town of Highlands Scholarship Fund was the vision of several Highlanders, including Jack Taylor and Jack Brockway, who wanted to ensure that students from Highlands School had the means to pursue their goals of higher education. From the awarding of its first scholarship in 1975, the fund continues to help Highlands School gradu-

ates continue their education and achieve their goals. Since inception, the endowment has steadily grown, allowing more and more students to benefit from scholarships ranging from $30 0 to $1,50 0 with each annual application. The golfers and sponsors who continue to make this event such a success ensure that these scholarships will remain available. For more information on joining the fun or becoming a business sponsor, contact Rebecca Shuler at The Town of Highlands at (828) 526-2118.

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TURKEY TROT TIME Work off the extra Thanksgiving poundage with the bracing Gobble on the Green, beginning at The Cashiers Village Green Commons at 9:00 A.M. November 22.

he turkey, cornbread dressing, pumpkin pie, football and family time…so many reasons to love Thanksgiving! Did we mention pie? Each family has its own activities and traditions to look forward to the holiday. This year The Village Green is adding to that offering with a 5K Run/Walk turkey trot, Gobble On the Green. The Thanksgiving Day run will begin at 9:00 A.M. Thursday, November 22, at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road. Early bird registration for Gobble On the Green is $25, including a race t-shirt, through November 10. Late registration, including race day, is $30 with a t-shirt while

supplies last. A one-mile fun run for children ages 5-10 years begins around 10:00 A.M. The fun run is free with registration with t-shirts pre-purchased separately. In addition to age group awards, prizes will be given for the most creative and holiday festive race attire. To register as a race participant, visit run s i gnup.co m/Gobb l eontheGreen 5 K . Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter (@cashiersgreen) for ongoing race information and special promotions. “The Village Green endeavors to enhance community life. Events in The Village Green provide a window into the pleasur-

able pursuits and beloved traditions that make Cashiers so special,” says Ann Self, Executive Director of The Village Green. “We hope Gobble On the Green becomes another holiday custom for residents and visitors to the area to enjoy.” Make plans now to Gobble On the Green before your feast and do the Turkey Day wobble! The Village Green is a privately conserved beautiful, free public space for everyone to enjoy. Visit villagegreencashiersnc.com for a full calendar of events. For additional information or to make a donation to The Village Green, call (828) 743-3434 or email info@villagegreencashiersnc.com.

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CASHIERS QUILTERS BY JODIE NIDEY

A dramatic showing by the Cashiers Quilters will spotlight their creations and the careful techniques that they’ve learned, Saturday, October 6, at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library.

he Cashiers Quilters will offer a detailed look at the craftsmanship and diversity of modern quilting with a display, a boutique, a silent auction, and a bake sale from 10:0 0 A.M. to 4:0 0 P.M. Saturday October 6, at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. Everyone is invited to attend. There is no charge for admission, but donations are welcome. On the Saturday of the Cashiers Leaf Festival, October 6, from 10:0 0 A.M. to 4:0 0 P.M., the Cashiers Quilters will exhibit a variety of handcrafted and quilted pieces at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Library. In addition to items on display, there will be a silent auction featuring a large quilt crafted with fun fall fabrics made by Peggy Rieckelman. This quilt would be a bright addition to a family room or dorm room. A display of “One Block Wonder” quilts made by members of the guild during a workshop taught by Suzanne Wingate and a display of Art Quilts using a technique taught by Carol Daniels will be highlighted. Many other quilts using varying techniques will also be on display. The boutique will have handcrafted items, including Christmas and holiday varieties of décor, ornaments, table runners, and placemats. Fabrics, including “fat quarters,” plus patterns, books, quilting supplies, and more will be available to purchase. Proceeds from the show are used to buy supplies needed to make flannel lap quilts donated to the homebound seniors of Southern Jackson County and to support the expenses of the guild. Cashiers Quilters meet every Wednesday at St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Sapphire from 12:30 to 2:0 0 P.M. Prior to the meeting we meet at a variety of local restaurants at 11:30 A.M. Check out the lunch schedule and calendar at cashiersquilters.com. We enjoy sharing our inspiration and knowledge of the quilting arts with one another. All are welcome, from beginners to accomplished quilters.

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INTERNATIONAL HOLIDAY DINNER BY DONNA RHODES

The International Holiday Dinner will honor the hardworking people at the edges of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.

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Where would Highlands be without them?” That’s what area business owners in the hospitality, construction, and service industries ask daily. Them are the hundreds of seasonal, guest, and immigrant workers who do the heavy lifting, the housekeeping, and the cooking to keep us going. To welcome and to thank these seasonal, guest, and immigrant workers, the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation, the International Friendship Center, and the First Presbyterian Church are hosting an International Holiday Dinner, with typical American holiday fare, on Sunday, November 11, from 5:30 to 8:00 P.M., at the Episcopal Church.

At the turkey dinner, the seasonal, guest, and immigrant workers will be able to obtain cold weather clothing and will be able to sign up for “Hello, Neighbor!,” a new ministry that will match immigrant workers with area residents, who are willing to act as mentors, or just be available to meet for a cup of coffee. In addition, immigrants will get to know the IFC, which was founded 16 years ago by Highlands’ Episcopal and Presbyterian churches. It provides a bridge to community services, with help from the Food Pantry, with access to ESL classes, translation services, legal assistance, and more. Why this outpouring? David Moore, an IFC board member and Incarnation vestry

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representative, shares, “As people of faith we want to practice, not just preach, our core values. There are dozens of references in the Bible to helping the strangers in our midst. Many of these workers have left families and memories behind; the least we can do is to make them feel welcome and to offer assistance where needed.” More volunteers are needed to help set up and to serve dinner, and to participate in the new “Hello, Neighbor!” initiative. If you’re interested, call IFC Director Andrea Smith, at (828) 526-0890, or Incarnation’s office at (828) 526-2968, or for more information on becoming a neighbor, send a note to neighbor@incarnationwnc.org.

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SKY VALLEY FALLFEST BY LINDA LAPEYROUSE

The Fifth Annual Sky Valley Fallfest is an irresistible mixture of arts, crafts, music, automobiles, and hay bales. And dogs, too.

he Fifth Annual Sky Valley Fallfest is scheduled for Saturday, October 20, from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Visitors will be treated to hayrides throughout the day, taking them to the valley’s magnificent waterfall, a crystal-clear falls with a vertical drop of 100 feet that flows into the beautiful Estatoah Falls. If you’re a connoisseur of cars, you won’t want to miss the car show. Unique cars and trucks, ranging from the classics to the new trend-setters, will start rolling into the Lodge parking lot by 10:00 A.M. There is no registration fee to enter and everyone is welcome. Collector dash plaques will be given to the

first 100 entries. Trophies will be awarded at 3:00 P.M. The Fallfest has activities for all ages. Arts and crafts vendors will have their wares for sale. There will be plenty of food, and kids of all ages will enjoy the pumpkin painting and inflatable games. There will be live music from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. featuring Dos Blues Guys and Heart of Pine. Back by popular demand is the Howl-OWeen Dog Costume Contest beginning at 1:30 P.M. There may even be some furry little friends on site for adoption. Finally, you will not want to miss the Hay Bale Trail, which features whimsically deco-

rated hay bales scattered throughout the city. This is a time-honored tradition in Sky Valley since 1998 and a combined effort of the talented and imaginative people in the community. University Row was added in 2017 highlighting some of the valley’s favorite football teams…hay bale style. Everyone anxiously waits to see the creative displays and hay bales come to life each year. Fallfest activities take place adjacent to the beautiful Sky Valley Golf and Country Club. Parking shuttles will be available from the posted event parking areas within the valley. Admission is free and the photo opportunities are priceless.

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WEEKLY EVENTS EVERY MONDAY • Daily Free Tastings,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. EVERY TUESDAY • Daily Free Tastings,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, www. highlandswineshoppe.com • Dulcimer Club meets at 9:00 A.M., at Kelsey Hutchinson Park. Free beginner lessons at the church at 1:30 P.M. (828) 743-3797 • Dulcimer Lessons - Intermediate Class 10:00 A.M., Beginners Noon, Highlands United Methodist church, (828) 787-1586. • Highlands Rotary Club, Noon, Highlands Community Center. • Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library. (828) 743-0215. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Community Dinners, 6:00 P.M. Highlands Community Building. No charge for the meal. EVERY WEDNESDAY • Daily Free Tastings,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, www. highlandswineshoppe.com • Highlands Mountaintop Rotary, 5:30 P.M. Episcopal Church 500 Main Street, Highlands. • Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8:00 A.M., Cashiers United Methodist Church, (828) 743-2243. • Children’s Storytime Hour 11:00 A.M. Albert Carlton Library, 828) 743-0215. • Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 P.M., St Jude Catholic Church. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Mah Jong Games, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. • Locally Grown on the Green Farmers Market, 3:00 to 6:00 P.M, Village Green Commons in Cashiers.. • Live Music, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M., Slabtown Pizza, (828) 743-0020. • Bluegrass with Nitrograss, 7:30 P.M., The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. EVERY THURSDAY • Daily Free Tastings,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, www. highlandswineshoppe.com • Free Movie, 3:40 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. • NAMI Appalachian South support group meeting 6:45 to 8:15 P.M. at 14 West. Palmer St., Franklin, (828) 526-9510. • Bluegrass 7:00 P.M., The Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. EVERY FRIDAY • Daily Free Tastings,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, www. highlandswineshoppe.com • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 6:00 to 11:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. • Live Music, The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. EVERY SATURDAY • Daily Free Tastings,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080. • Highlands Marketplace, 8:00 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 6:00 to 11:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. • Live Music 8:00 P.M.. The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. • Live Music 9:30 P.M.. The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. EVERY SUNDAY • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00 and 4:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 8:00 to 10:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. 58 | October 2018 | thelaurelmagazine.com

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! • Friday, October 2, “Mountains Piled Upon Mountains” – a journey into 18th-century Western North Carolina through the eyes of William Bartram, will be presented by Brent Martin of the Bartram Trail Society at 2:00 P.M., at the Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031. • October 4-6: Cornelia Powell Vintage Collections Trunk Show, Bella Cotn Boutique, Cashiers, (828) 743-9593., • October 5-7: The Cashiers Leaf Festival, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., at The Village Green. • Thursday, October 4: Rotary Club Bingo Night, 6:30 P.M., Highlands Community Building (828) 200-9753. • Friday, October 5: Friday Night Live featuring Curtis Blackwell and The Bluegrass Boys, 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Town Square, Highlands, (828) 526-2112, highlandschamber.org. • Saturday, October 6: Barbour Trunk Show, 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Highland Hiker Cabin, (828) 526-5298. • Saturday October 6: Cashiers Quilters exhibit, auction and bake sale, 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library, cashiersquilters.com. • Saturday, October 6: HUMC Youth Pumpkin Patch, 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., Highlands United Methodist Church. • Saturday, October 6: MET Opera Live via Satellite Series features “Aida” by Verdi, 12:30 P.M., Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047, highlandspac.org. • Saturday, October 6: Book Signing with author Margaret P. Cunningham, 2:00 to 4:00 P.M., The Book Nook, (828) 526-9415. • Saturday, October 6: Highlands School Fall Festival, 5:00 until 9:00 P.M., at the Highlands Rec Park. • Sunday, October 7: Empty Bowls Project, The Orchard Restaurant Event Barn in Cashiers noon-2:00 P.M., or Coleman Hall at First Presbyterian Church in Highlands 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. (828) 743-3222, (828) 526-0890. • Sunday, October 7: Highlands Biological Foundation’s Highlands on the Half Shelf, 4:00 P.M., behind the Nature Center, (828) 526-2221, highlandsbiological.org. • Monday, October 8: Highlands Food & Wine Festival, with support from Southern Foodways Alliance, presents an extraordinary evening of film and flavor to honor Southern culinary icon Louis Osteen, 6:00 P.M. at The Farm at Old Edwards Inn & Spa. HighlandsFoodandWine.com. • Friday, October 12: Cast Iron Cooking demonstration and luncheon created at fireside with Mary Palmer Dargan, 10:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., at Dovecote/ Dargan Landscape. • Friday, October 12: Friday Night Live featuring Southern Highlands, 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Town Square, Highlands. Highlands Chamber of Commerce, (828) 526-2112. • Saturday, October 13: 38th annual Highlands Arts and Crafts Show, 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the Highlands Civic Center at 600 North Fourth Street. Town of Highlands at (828) 526-2118. • Saturday, October 13: Scaly Mountain Women’s Club Chocolate Fantasy at the Highlands Own Craft Show, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the Highlands Civic Center. • Saturday, October 13: Fourth Annual CHHS Forever Family Reunion, 1:00-3:00 P.M., Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street in Highlands, (828)743-5752. • Saturday, October 13: Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival concert featuring Argus String Quartet at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation at 5:00 P.M., (828) 526-9060.

• Sunday, October 14: Highlands United Methodist Church honors over 100 years of faith with its Homecoming Service, 10:00 A.M. in the church’s new Faith and Fellowship Center. • Thursday, October 18: Town of Highlands Scholarship Fund Golf Classic, 9:00 A.M., Wildcat Cliffs Country Club, (828) 526-2118. • Thursday, October 18: Books and Bites series with author Olivia de-Belle Byrd at 12:30 P.M., at the Hudson Library(828) 526-3031. • Thursday, October 18: 3rd Annual Men’s Night Out, 5:00 to 8:00 P.M, Jannie Bean Custom Jewelry, (828) 526-5858, janniebean.com. • Thursday, October 18: Smitten’s Third Thursday will feature artist Jill Wolfe, 5:30 P.M, (828) 526-9300, kat@smittenofhighlands.com. • Thursday, October 18: Highlands School of Wine, 5:30 to 7:00 P.M., Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080. • Thursdays-Sundays, October 18-21, and 25-28: Highlands Cashiers Players present “Mauritius”. Evenings 7:30 P.M., Sundays 2:30 P.M. (828) 526-8084, highlandscashiersplayers.org. • October 19-21: 7th Annual Dave Drake Studio Barn Sale, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., (828) 526-4949, thebascom.org. • Friday, October 19: Special event 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at The Shuptrine Gallery to help raise funds for the Be Like Brit Foundation, (828) 482-2676. • Saturday, October 6: Dubarry Trunk Show, 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Highland Hiker Cabin, (828) 526-5298. • October 20-21: Fall Colors Fine Art, 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. at the Highlands Civic Center. Sponsored by Art League of Highlands-Cashiers. (828) 526-8429. • Saturday, October 20: Fifth Annual Sky Valley Fallfest, 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Sky Valley Golf and Country Club lodge. For more information call (706) 746-2204. • Saturday, October 20: MET Opera Live via Satellite Series features “Samson et Dalila” by Saint Sans, 12:30 P.M., Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. • Monday, October 22: Art League of Highlands-Cashiers presentation at The Bascom in the downstairs studio, 5:00 P.M. Social time begins at 4:30 P.M. • Thursday, October 25: Tasting with a Winermaker, 5:30 to 7:00 P.M., Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080. • October 26-28: Highlands Playhouse’s 2018 Foodie Film Festival, 1:00, 4:00 and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Friday, October 26: Goblins on the Green, 5:30 to 7:30 P.M., Cashiers Village Green Commons, villagegreencashiersnc.com. • Saturday, October 27, MET Opera Live via Satellite Series features “La Fanciulla del West” by Pucinni, 12:30 P.M., Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. • Saturday, October 27: Carolina Gallery of Fine Art presents “Small Works”, with an opening reception 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-3705. • Wednesday, October 31: All Hallows Eve Celebration, sponsored by Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a Mission Health Hospital, 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Main Street, Highlands. • Wednesday, October 31: Betsy Paul Art Raffle drawing to benefit the Cashiers-Glenville Fire Department. Features a handwoven shawl by weaver Deborah Bryant. (828) 743-0880.

See website for details: www.highlands-cashierscalendar.com

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ACCOMMODATIONS Colonial Pines Inn.................... Whiteside Cove Cottages.......

ARTS Carolina Gallery of Fine Art......... Mill Creek Gallery & Framing....... Smitten.................................... The Bascom........................... REAL ESTATE Country Club Properties.......... John Cleaveland Realty.......... Landmark Realty Group.......... Meadows Mtn. Realty............. White Oak Realty Group......... Pat Allen Realty Group ........... RESTAURANT / BAR Altitudes Restaurant................ The Log Cabin......................... Meritage................................. Nectar Juice Bar..................... Rosewood Market..................... The Ugly Dog Pub...................... Wild Thyme Gourmet ............... Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro. SHOPPING ACP Home Interiors..................... Bear Mountain Outfitters............ Brookings Fly Shop.................... C.Orrico..................................... Cabin Couture......................... Celebrity Collection................. Classic Links & Luggage.......... Jannie Bean Fine Custom Jewelry.

High Cotton..............................

Highland Hiker..........................

Dry Sink....................................…

HighlandsFineArt&EstateJewelryCorp.

Martha Anne’s..........................

Dutchman’s Designs................

Highlands Kids............................

McCulley’s on the Hill..............

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McCulleys Main Street.............

TJ Bailey’s..................................

Creative Concepts Salon...............

Mirror Lake Antiques................

Whole Life Market....................

Highlands Visitors Center................ Highlands Aerial Park...............

Peak Experience............... …… Spice & Tea Exchange...................

SERVICES

The Summer House..................

Dauntless Printing ...................

Warth Construction..................

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ACCOMMODATIONS High Hampton Inn & Country Club .................................................... Innisfree Bed and Breakfast By-the-Lake ................................................... Laurelwood Inn ............................................... ARTS FireMoss Pottery ............................................. Mountain Mist Gallery ........................................... REAL ESTATE Betsy Paul Properties ............................................. Landmark Realty Group ........................................ McKee Properties ........................................... Silver Creek Real Estate Group ..................... RESTAURANTS Sapphire Brewery & Pub .............................. The Ugly Dog Pub .......................................... The Zookeeper Bistro ........................................ RETAIL A Jones Company........................................... Afternoon Delight .......................................... Bee Bags and Such ......................................... Bella Cotn .......................................................... Bird Barn and Gift Emporium........................ Blue Ridge Bedding/ Carolina Rustic Furniture ............................... Bounds Cave........................................................... Brooking’s Cashiers Village Anglers .................. Cashiers Farmer’s Market ............................. Consignment Market ........................................ Dovetail Antiques .................................................... Fiddlehead Designs ................................................ Gray Lighting & Woodwork......................... Gracewear Collection .................................... Highland Hiker ................................................ Josephine’s Emporium ................................. 62 | October 2018 | thelaurelmagazine.com 62 | October 2018 | thelaurelmagazine.com

Interior Enhancements ................................ Lenz Gifts & Linens .................................................. Mantiques .................................................................. McCulley’s ......................................................... Nearly New ....................................................... Nora & Co........................................................... Rusticks. ............................................................. Sawyer Family Farmstead ...............................

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S’more Kids Klothes .................................................. Summer Place Antiques ................................. The Look Boutique ........................................... TJ Bailey................................................................ Victoria’s Closet ...................................................... VC for Men ................................................................. The Village Hound ............................................ Vivianne Metzger Antiques .............................

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming ............................................ Zoller Hardware ....................................................................... SERVICES Cashiers Chamber .................................................................. Dargan Landscape Architects/ Dovecote Gardens ......................................................... Shear Sensations ............................................................. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming ............................................ thelaurelmagazine.com | October 2018 | 63 thelaurelmagazine.com | October 2018 | 63

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VERSATILE FAUX & DECORATIVE PAINTER BY DONNA RHODES

Jenny Mixon’s eye-catching art reveals as much as it conceals.

enny Mixon breaks through the limitations of ordinary wall paint to create faux finishes that fool the eye, delight the spirit, and wow-up a room. With 25 years of painting experience under her belt, she’s filled her toolbox with a wide variety of design techniques. She’s a decorative painter, a faux finisher, a phenomenal transformer of interiors, a reclaimed furnishings expert, and a marvelous muralist. Satisfied customers remark there’s a grace and maturity about everything she does. Jenny delights in hiding things in plain sight. Maybe there’s a flaw on your wall or flooring that needs disguising. Do you wish a cabinet’s wood grain matched hardwood or trim? Would you like your ceiling to boast a faux beam? Jenny can rev up her magic brush and amazing trompe l’oeil skills to paint that grain and beam…or just about anything else, anywhere your heart desires, inside or outside your home. “Of all the occupations in the world I just

want to paint. Now I am painting full-time at my studio in Cashiers behind Global Craftsman and Curated Home (with which I often collaborate) near the Crossroads. I’m living my dream,” Jenny reports. In Highlands, she’s in demand to create aged doors. She laughs and says, “Everything new is old again.” A lot of people building new houses want doors and fixtures that appear vintage. Jenny says, “They come to me. I age things. Everything I do is one of a kind.” Currently, she’s gearing up for Christmas with life-size nutcrackers on panels/screens for entryway decorations. Her studio address is 181 Highway 64 West in Cashiers. Phone her at (678) 943-4637 or visit jennymixon.com. Her Instagram account is jennymixondecorativepainting. See page 11 in this issue for more stunning photos and further contact information, and check out her paintings at The Summer House in Highlands.

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DANGEROUS COLLECTING In Highlands Cashiers Players’ “Mauritius,” a seemingly simple sale becomes dangerous when three seedy, highstakes collectors enter the world of two sisters, each willing to do anything to claim the rare find as their own.

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Mauritius” by Theresa Rebeck, an intriguing Broadway thriller about stamp collecting, is the next production of the Highlands Cashiers Players. Who would have thought that stamp collecting could be dangerous? Or that the value of certain rare stamps could soar into thousands and, yes, millions of dollars? “Mauritius” is a thriller about attempts to get hold of a valuable stamp collection. The collection inherited by two half sisters includes, among many valuable stamps, the crown jewels of philately – the one- and the two-penny stamps issued in 1847 by the small island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa. These were the first stamps issued in any part of the British Empire, outside of Britain itself, and were printed with an error that

The cast for Mauritius (seated, L-R): Jamie Thomas and Virginia Talbot. (Standing, L-R): Director Michael Lanzilotta, Craig Eister, and Lance Trudel. Not pictured are cast member David Spivey and Assistant Director Lauretta Payne.

has made them fantastically valuable. The two estranged sisters, Mary and Jackie, disagree about what should be done with the stamp collection found among their deceased mother’s belongings. The younger sister Jackie (played by Jamie Thomas) wants to sell and get rich quick, while older sister Mary (Virginia Talbot) wants to keep the collection for sentimental reasons, as it belonged to her grandfather. The situation becomes dangerous when three seedy highstake collectors get wind of the sisters’ treasure. Philip (Craig Eiser) and Dennis (Lance Trudel) are the first to learn of the stamps. They notify a third collector, Sterling (David Spivey), a thug willing to spend big bucks or do anything else necessary, including violence, to get hold of the collection.

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Director Michael Lanzilotta says he was attracted to “Mauritius” by its unusual subject matter and because it’s different from anything the players have done before. He explains that as the plot develops the show becomes less of a whodunit and more of a whose is it? “Stamp fan or not,” he says, “there are themes in the play that will resonate with most anyone in the audience as the question becomes what’s more important – a family heirloom or cash in the bank?” Performances are held at the Highlands Performing Arts Center, 507 Chestnut Street, Thursdays through Sundays, October 18-21, and 25-28. Evening shows begin at 7:30 P.M., Sunday matinees at 2:30 P.M. For tickets and more information, visit highlandscashiersplayers.org or leave a message at (828) 526-8084.

BY DONNA RHODES AND LANCE MATZKE

Fire up the projector! Fire up the kitchen! Highlands Playhouse is staging the 2018 Foodie Film Festival.

ans of film and food, don your best bib and tucker and head for the Highlands Playhouse’s 2018 Foodie Film Festival. On October 26, 27, and 28, the Playhouse will feature a delectable line up of cinematic treats centered on the joys of wining and dining. This carefully curated line-up will offer films both savory and sweet, as well as opportunities to take in cooking demos, wines, and foods featured in or inspired by the films screened at the festival. “I’m really pleased with what we have to offer this year,” says Playhouse Managing Director Lance Matzke. “The film titles alone have people excited…and we’re bringing so much more to the table – pardon the pun. We have some great sponsors in Rachel Friday and Jeff Schenck, and some wonderful co-sponsors in the Highlands Wine Shoppe and the Highlands Chamber of Commerce. Rachel and Jeff have done a fine job selecting films, Davis and Jennifer at the Wine Shoppe are bringing their knowledge and expertise, Jeanie Edwards from Easely an Artist is contributing, Pat Allen will be doing a cooking demo and offering her superb cookbook for sale with proceeds going to the Playhouse. “One night will be dedicated to the High-

lands Food Pantry… It’s rewarding and fun to work with so many talented people from the Highlands community, and in my experience good things usually come out of collaborations that have that type of generosity and camaraderie. Last year we tested the waters…this year we are all-in with a full schedule of events and a lot of community support. I see this as our inaugural year; I kind of think of it as an appetizer for the Food and Wine Festival that follows in November.” The 2018 Foodie Film Fest will be bigger, better, and bolder. Here’s an outline of events, but check HighlandsPlayhouse.org for full details. Friday October 26 1:00 P.M.: We kick off with film shorts (approximately 90 minutes), followed by some light-bites as featured in the shorts. 4:00 P.M.: Acclaimed feature film “Julie & Julia,” starring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. Wine and food offerings after film. 7:00 P.M.: “Chocolat” with Johnny Depp and Julia Ormand couldn’t be any sweeter. Chocolate and wine offerings after film. Saturday October 27 10:00 A.M.: “Ratatouille.” Admission is free for this animated masterpiece. Appropriate for all ages. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will

be available for purchase from our concession stand. 1:00 P.M. “Wasted!.” This documentary deals with the issue of food waste. Grappa tasting and a cooking demo to follow, along with a fundraiser for the Food Pantry. 4:00 P.M.: We will play short films about 90 min. During the shorts there will be a live painting created by Jeannie Edwards of Easely an Artist, with a silent auction for the finished painting and a cooking demo by Highlands’ own Chef Pat Allen to follow. 7:00 P.M.: “Back to Burgundy.” Featured wines from the movie to taste after the show. Sunday October 28 1:00 P.M.: Bottle Shock. A story of the early days of California wine making. Wine and food offerings after film 4:00 P.M.: “Ratatouille.” Foods featured from the movie after film. 7:00 P.M.: “Sideways.” This film features a road trip through California’s wine country. Wine and food offerings after film. Tickets & Prices: $15 per ticket for one film ; $35 for a day ticket; $100 for a 3 day ticket! There will be special opportunities for purchasing specialty wines by the glass and bottle. Tickets will be available for purchase soon.

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THE ARGUS STRING QUARTET BY BRENDA BALDWIN

The young and dynamic Argus String Quartet will stage a whirlwind tour of Highlands and Cashiers on October 12 and 13.

he Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival concludes its 37th season with a Fall Mini-Residency by the Argus String Quartet on October 12-13 and is sponsored by Cullasaja Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outreach. As the Graduate Quartet in Residence at the Juilliard School, the Argus String Quartet collaborates with the acclaimed Juilliard String Quartet. Members Clara Kim (violin), Dana Kelly (viola), Jason Issokson (violin), and Joann Whang (cello) believe that todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ensembles can honor the storied chamber mu-

sic traditions of our past while forging a new path forward. In that spirit, their repertoire includes not just staples of the chamber music canon but also a large number of pieces by living composers. In addition to concerts across the globe, the quartet made their Lincoln Center recital debut at Alice Tully Hall in May. On October 12, the quartet will offer programs at the Blue Ridge School and Summit Charter School in Cashiers. They will then travel to Highlands to perform at

Highlands School. The final Feast of the Festival will be hosted by Mike and Cathy Crosby at 7:0 0 P.M. that evening with the Quartet as special guests. The music continues on Saturday, October 13, at Chestnut Hill Retirement Community and a ticketed concert at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation at 5:00 P.M. Tickets for the Feast of the Festival and performance at the Episcopal Church may be purchased by calling (828) 526-9060 or emailing at hccmfnc@gmail.com.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE PAC

The Highlands Performing Arts Center launches its 2018-19 Live by Satellite season with the Metropolitan Opera’s production of “Aida.”

he Live via Satellite Series begins the 2018-19 season on October 6 with the MET Opera production of “Aida” by Verdi. Soprano Anna Netrebko sings her first Met “Aida,” going toe-to-toe with mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili as Amneris. Tenor Aleksandrs Antonenko is Radamès, and Nicola Luisotti takes the podium for the Met’s monumental production. The Egyptians are at war with the Ethiopians. Aida is an Ethiopian who has been captured and made slave to Amneris, the daughter of the King of Egypt. Aida is the daughter of Amonasro, the King of Ethiopia. A love triangle and war ensue. On October 20, join us for “Samson et Dalila” by Saint Sans. This biblical

epic stars mezzo-soprano Elna Garana and tenor Roberto Alagna in the title roles. Dramatizing the life of Samson, the legendary strongman, and Delilah, the woman who seduced and betrayed him, the opera builds to a violent conclusion, in that Samson is crushed along with his foes when he pulls down a temple around them. On October 27, it’s “La Fanciulla del West” by Pucinni. Amongst the 20,0 0 0 operas written during the past 40 0 years, there are not many that have a whiff of gunpowder. Puccini’s “La Fanciulla del West” is the exception. When Puccini wrote a new piece for the Metropolitan Opera in 1910 he used the American myth

BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY HIGHLANDS PAC

of the Wild West as his point of departure. Soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek sings Puccini’s gun-slinging heroine in this romantic epic of the Wild West, alongside star tenor Jonas Kaufmann in the role of the outlaw Dick Johnson. Baritone Željko Luć is the vigilante sheriff Jack Rance, and Marco Armiliato conducts. All operas are on Saturdays, beginning at 12:55 P.M., with a pre-opera discussion beginning at 12:30 P.M. The National Theatre of London begins their 2018-19 Season in November with “Julie” and “King Lear.” Tickets are available online at highlandspac.org, at the door, or by calling (828) 526-9047. Highlands Performing Arts Center is located at 507 Chestnut Street.

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LISA PIRKLE, FOLK ARTIST Lisa Pirkle has refined her art, thanks to the pitfalls and promises revealed in the last four years.

isa Pirkle has known that she was an artist since she was five years old. She was always attracted to paints, paper, and art supplies. Throughout her life she has created art. She is grateful that she is able to make her living from the creative process within her and has for the past 20 years. Art is ever-evolving and she evolves with it. This path has led her in many directions and always leads her towards new ideas, materials, and processes. Her new path has been teaching herself to paint in a whole new genre. She is self-taught and her style is folk art. She’s also very good working with metals, with her favorite being copper. She likes incorporating different metals, many times recycled metals and materials, into her three-dimensional mixed media creations. When she creates with recycled materials she always acknowledges on the back of the art where the materials came from. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in July of 2014. Since then, she’s had surgery and chemotherapy and now she is cancer-free. Through this life changing experience, she wanted to express herself in a freer way. She didn’t want any restrictions in her work. She was painting for herself and her life of being cancer-free. It feels so good to apply layers of paint on her paintings as she strips away at the layers of life. Her brush strokes are uninhibited and free. Once again, the creative process has made her grateful! You can see the fruits of Lisa’s refined talents and her new artistic vision at Around Back at Rocky’s Place, located at 3631 Highway 53 East in Dawsonville, Georgia.

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ART SUPPORTS COMMUNITY BY DONNA RHODES

Thanks to a bold vision and an exquisite setting, Carolina Gallery has become the vibrant center of Highlands’ artistic community. “The thing about brick-and-mortar galleries is that they don’t just sell art and support artists – they also engage with a live audience and interact with the cultural tissue of the place where they are located.” - Michele Robechhi, Contemporary Art Series Editor, Phaidon Press

obechhi’s words are echoed by Carolina Gallery’s Leslie Jeffery and Mary Lou Bilbro. Artists themselves, they were deeply sympathetic to peers who’d lost representation when the John Collette, Ann Jacobs, and Summit One Galleries closed. Why’d they close? The recession and a huge online art presence forced those galleries and many others across the nation to fold. That’s when the Jeffery-Bilbro team stepped-up to fill that art vacuum by christening a beautiful exhibition space. Its inviting atmosphere enhances the viewer’s experience and gives artists a quality setting to best show their work. Jeffery and Bilbro stumbled on the perfect venue when they looked through an upstairs window of the old Dutchman’s warehouse in Mountain Brook Center. The room’s exquisite light cast a lustrous glow. Imagine a roomful of paintings and sculpture bathed in that heavenly radiance. They set about turning the warehouse into an exhibition space. After six months of complex renovation and an intense funding search, the Carolina Gallery opened with an exhibition/fundraiser for the Highlands Nature Center. Through generous donations of participating artists, they raised over $8,50 0. In April, they sponsored the Graduate Students and Faculty of Western Carolina University, granting many students their first professional showing. The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival was the 2018’s annual fundraiser recipient. Carolina Gallery hosted four fundraising events and a silent auction which alone brought in $9,50 0, all proceeds going to the music fest – again, thanks to the generous donations of participating artists. Not only has Carolina Gallery established itself as a financial supporter of the community, it has done so without any cost to its recipients or profit to itself. In its first year of operation Carolina Gallery has become the beating heart of Highlands. Artists, visitors, and residents say, “This is just what Highlands needed.” Carolina Gallery is open 11:0 0 A.M. to 5:0 0 P.M., Monday through Saturday, and 1:0 0 to 4:0 0 P.M., Sunday. It’s located at the corner of North Fourth Street and Carolina Way, with its entrance off Carolina Way. Call (828) 526 -3705 for more information.

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REINTERPRETING NATURE BY DONNA RHODES

A brand new Jill Wolfe reveals herself through an ever-evolving style.

ill Wolfe, like all successful artists, is constantly reinventing herself. Since her last interview with The Laurel, she’s shifted from outdoor shows and a fairly realistic style to studio work, abstraction, and a boatload of color. She often employs an arbitrary palette of unexpected hues, flipping cool colors with warm, blue skies to orange. But what her former and current style share is a love of Nature. “I often use photos for inspiration, but my final work looks completely different,” she says. “Currently my subject matter evolves from the natural world: Mountains, landscapes, seascapes, and ocean views.” Atlanta was Jill’s home until 12 years ago. She’s convinced the slower place of mountain living has changed her for the better. “The solitude of the mountains clears my mind and centers my heart on what is most important,” she says. “Finding my passion as an artist is truly a journey I will enjoy for years to come.” Even though the mountains are home, the ocean, scenery, and warmth of Vero Beach, Florida, call to her in the cooler months. Each year she enrolls in a painting workshop at the Vero Beach Museum of Art, where she’s studied with renowned painters such as abstract aficionado Marianne Mitchell. She adds, “Gary Bodner jump-started my new direction with his information-packed workshop at The Bascom.” Kat Evans, co-owner of Smitten, was so taken with Jill’s newer work that she asked her to be October’s Third Thursday feature artist. She happily accepted and looks forward to presenting a body of new work, all on 20”x20” gallery-wrapped canvases suitable for grouping in single, diptych, triptych, or quadriptych arrangements. Jill is also an interior design consultant. With years of experience and a gifted vision, she can craft complementary paintings to any dwelling’s style. Larger commissions are welcomed. Find Jill’s work at jillwolfefineart.com, email her at angelhouse111@ gmail.com, or visit her on Facebook. You can meet her at Smitten’s Third Thursday, October 18, from 5:30 P.M.- ‘til the fat lady sings and the cows come home.” Phone (828) 526-9300. Smitten’s is located at 468 Main Street in downtown Highlands. Its hours are Monday through Saturday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.; and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. You can email kat@smittenofhighlands.com.

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ART LEAGUE’S OCTOBER EVENTS BY ZACH CLAXTON HIGHLANDS CASHIERS ART LEAGUE

A pair of events will allow The Art League of Highlands-Cashiers to display the creations of its deeply talented members.

he Art League of Highlands-Cashiers will sponsor two free events during the month of October. The first is the annual Fall Colors Fine Art Show, to be held from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. on the weekend of October 20 and 21 at the Highlands Civic Center. This always popular show features quality paintings in oil, watercolor, acrylic, and pastel. In addition, some of the area’s best photographers will be on hand, as will jewelers and glass artists with one-of-a-kind pieces. Visitors will be able to meet the artists, browse, and purchase artwork. All artwork is original with the exception of note cards. Photographers will have only one image of each of their works. There is ample free parking, and as an indoor

show, weather will not be a deterrent to visitor enjoyment. On Monday, October 22, the League’s last presentation of the season will be held at The Bascom in the downstairs studio. Social time begins at 4:30 P.M. The presentation begins at 5:00 P.M. This year, for the first time, the program will be presented by Art League members. All member artists have been invited to bring a piece of their two or three dimensional artwork. Each participant will talk a few minutes about the piece and be available to answer questions in a “Show and Tell” format. Some of the artwork may be for sale, and attendees may find some of the presenters dressed for the part. It will be a fun event that may be repeated in future years.

The Art League would like to thank all those who came to the previous 2018 programs. We hope you have enjoyed the quality presentations that included Mayor Patrick Taylor speaking on the evolution of art; Carol Conti, talented water-colorist; Dottie Bruce, who spoke about the alcohol ink process; Diane McPhail who recounted her artistic journey; Wesley Wofford, exceptionally talented sculptor, who described the creation of a commissioned work from start to finish; and Will Barclift, former Bascom Director of Education and Community Outreach and now Director of the Tryon Arts and Crafts School. It has been the Art League’s pleasure to make these free presentations possible. We look forward to 2019!

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DINING AT THE ORCHARD BY LUKE OSTEEN

Found Forest Ribeye

It turns out that returning to The Orchard is just as satisfying as the initial visit.

met this assignment with a bit of trepidation. Five years ago, I was asked to review The Orchard, that signature Cashiers place that’s known for well-prepared meals, paired with a selection from its exhaustive wine cellar or a perfectly blended drink. It’s all served up in a rambling 110-year-old cabin that’s filled to bursting with mountain charm, nestled in the midst of, yep, an old apple orchard. Well, we’d had a fine old time that’d unspooled at a languid pace, unhurried and indulgent and rich in conversation. Through some alchemical magic, the combination of The Orchard’s food and wine and setting invites its guests to relax and talk, really talk. We didn’t want to leave, but we left happy and vaguely sleepy and deeply satisfied. So what were we to expect upon our return? We had this shadow box idyll carefully preserved in our memory and who’d want to tamper with that? I’ve noted here before that I’m essentially an optimist. It’s a pretty good strategy for getting through life and its constant reversals, yet it leaves you more susceptible to disappointment and its attendant emotional wallops. Would this visit reveal an institution five years past its sell-by date? Would it be like attending your 20-year high school reunion

and discovering that the homecoming queen is sunken and brittle and predatory; and the star jock is puffy, and laughs a little too much, and leans in a little too close? To keep the experience honest and fair, we invited a trusted friend to share our table. Sarah is careful and discriminating and would be experiencing The Orchard for the first time. Tricia and I needn’t have worried. The place is still its old, rustic self – renovated and restored and jutting off in unexpected directions like a rabbit’s den. It’s marvelously decorated and chock-a-block with art and ephemera. And the menu, and the on-point kitchen staff who deliver on its promises, is still vibrant. Tricia once more enjoyed the Glenville Fried Trout. This is a rainbow trout that only a few hours earlier had been swimming happily a couple of miles away, pecan breaded and served with stone-ground cheese grits and a black-eyed pea/corn relish and a honey-Dijon mustard sauce. She proved to be incredibly selfish about sharing. Sarah embraced her inner predator and ordered the Found Forest Ribeye. The kitchen started out with a well-marbled prime

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ribeye and then drenched it in a choice bourbon, sorghum and worcestershire marinade and chargrilled the cut. The resulting portion was sealed with a wild mushroom demi-glace and topped with crispy fried Vidalia onions. For me, I was seduced by a duck. Now the last time I enjoyed a duck coming out of a kitchen was a 1934 Donald Duck cartoon when Donald was helping Mickey bake a cake. Donald exploded out of the kitchen with arms a-flailin’, covered in batter and topped with a cherry. Thankfully, my Fairfield Breast of Roastes Duck wasn’t wearing a sailor suit, nor was it covered in batter. It had been pan roasted with an orange demi glace, embedded upon Southern toasted almond jasmine rice and nestled alongside a generous helping of baby kale and crystalized citrus apple marmalade. The subtle blending of flavors and sensations was sublime. All of which proves that my beloved Thomas Wolfe, so wise and so vigilant and so careful with his words, got it all wrong – You can go home again, and you can have a marvelous meal, just like you remembered it. Reservations for The Orchard are a must. Call (828) 743-7614.

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Cullasaja Ahi Tuna Crisps

Roasted Duck

Fried Green Tomatoes

Boswellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crab Cakes

Key Lime Pie

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CHAPTERS AND TRANSITIONS For David Adelsheim, retirement isn’t an option. He’s just shepherding his label from a different perspective.

ou spend your years building a successful company and shaping the industry in which you work, but no one prepares you for the transition after selling. David Adelsheim receives credit with not only building a successful winery, but also shaping the wine industry in Oregon. Personally, I believe other business leaders can learn from his efforts in having a transition strategy (while drinking a glass of wine, Adelsheim wine, of course). First, at age 72, David knew it was time to transition out of the day-to-day business activities. Wanting to put the interests of the winery over self (or ego), he was proactive in seeking a successor. David approached his daughter, Lizzie Adelsheim, first to discuss her interests. Growing up in the industry, there was an ongoing “conversation over her lifetime” about the opportunity but “never a deadline.” David knew it had to be her decision. This led to a six-month “shadowing” of ev-

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ery email, call, meeting and decision David was part of as CEO of Adelsheim Vineyard. Lizzie decided she wanted to work more in promoting the Willamette wine region rather than be a CEO. David honored his daughter by respecting her decision and hired a new CEO from outside the family. Second, with extra time available, David is focusing more on the macro issues of both the Willamette and Oregon wine industry through promotional events, collaborative efforts and legislative involvement. For example, a wine should “have the identity of the place it is grown.” By learning from the mistakes of California, Oregon can be proactive in the challenges that come from industry growth. “In Napa, every project that comes up gets fought. Land use is not an issue yet, but it will be in the future,” David says. Third, David understands “someone must work on collaboration.” From the beginning of the wine industry in Oregon, there was a

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collaborative effort. David explains, “No one had money. We had to work together…we would show in NYC at trade events together.” With Willamette having its first pinot noir planted in 1965 by David Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards, the region needed to educate the wine world on the quality of soil, favorable climate and superb wine produced in the region. With the region experiencing such success, David does not want Oregon to lose the collaborative efforts for which it was founded. Recently, David was in Highlands while on a 10-day trip to North Carolina to “tell the story of the winery.” I was fortunate to spend time with him here at the Wine Shoppe and a number of people enjoyed a dinner pairing at Lakeside Restaurant with him as well. Holding true to his new roles, David was highlighting the less prominent chardonnay varietal from Oregon. For David, there is no retirement; just a next chapter. May our next glass of wine be together.

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CHEFS IN THE HOUSE BY JENNY KING

Chef Craig Richards serves Old World traditions fused with 21st Century flair in November’s incarnation of “Chefs in the House” at Half-Mile Farm.

n Saturday, November 10, join Chef Craig Richards for a “Chefs in the House” dinner at Half-Mile Farm. The chef series presents an opportunity to experience the creativity of some of the most well-known culinary artists in the region. Richards has served as executive chef for St. Cecilia in Buckhead for three years. With an Old-World, ingredient-driven approach, Richards displays the Italian trademarks that have stood the test of time, but with versatile and local Southern ingredients. Richards’ sophisticated simplicity has catapulted St. Cecilia into Atlanta’s dining scene limelight since its opening in January 2014. Richards’ food is rooted in tradition with a sense of place. “I appreciate that Italians are so fervent about their culinary traditions, borderline

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prideful of it,” he says. “So once you know those traditions, you can make a riff off of it. You have leeway to modernize but pay respect to the ingredients.” Not only is he well-versed at cooking for a multitude of audiences locally, but he guides culinary travel, too. In October 2016, Richards led his first culinary trip to Villa Montecastello, a 1,000-year-old organic farm and olive orchard in Tuscany, Italy. He taught the group to cook meals inspired by his Old-World approach, using ingredients handpicked from the garden. In addition to Chef Richards, Italian owner and winemaker Luca Fedrigo will be on hand to present the wines of L’Arco. Luca, at age 20, founded L’Arco in 1998 on 17 acres that are just a short walk from the renowned Quintarelli estate. The vineyard rests in the most traditional of the seven

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Valpolicella zones, Negrar, which has an ancient history. Fedrigo strives to produce wines that are unique to the land of their origins and which retain all the traditions tied to the Italian region. Half-Mile Farm is a luxury, country inn by Old Edwards, in the beautiful countryside of the Blue Ridge Mountains, minutes from downtown Highlands. It’s the ideal setting for an intimate dining experience with Chef Richards. Tickets for the inclusive evening are $135 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Call (828) 787-2635 or (828) 787-2620 to reserve your seats. To check overnight accommodation availability at Half-Mile Farm, visit HalfMileFarm.com. For information on future “Chefs In The House” evenings, visit HalfMileFarm. com/ChefsInTheHouse or follow Half-Mile Farm on Facebook and Instagram.

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JUST LIKE POP USED TO MAKE BY JENNY KING

f you’ve been in Highlands for more than a few years, you may well remember Nick’s Calico Cottage, later known as Nick’s Restaurant. It opened in 1975 and was truly a family affair. Dori Moschouris remembers growing up in the kitchen with her dad Nick and mom Patti. “It was so special working with the whole family there. There was Uncle Dominick and Aunt Irene Sanchez and my cousins, Vas, Alex, and Angela. Yaya, our grandmother Juanita; and Pappou, our grandfather Bill, worked there for a while, too.” She recalls watching her dad clean a lot of beef tenderloins, and says, “I also used to help peel and devein shrimp. Their favorite job to give us kids was to wash and foil wrap the baked potatoes. Looking back now I realize it’s because it was the job that no one wanted to do!” Dori and her wife Jess still live in Highlands, as does Patti, and are an integral part of Highlands’ history and community. We’re privileged that they’ve shared this with us, so make sure you save the recipe. You’ll be passing it down to your children and grandchildren. I know I will. Dori Moschouris

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This soup recipe is not only a Moschouris family heirloom, it’s a treasured part of Highlands history. Nick’s Famous French Onion Soup Serves 6

Ingredients: 2 large White Onions 4 Bay Leaves 1/2 cup Sweet Sherry 1/2 cup Red Wine 2 tbsp Beef Base 6 stems Fresh Thyme 1 gallon Veal Stock or Demi-Glaze 2 cloves Minced Garlic pinch Kosher Salt, freshly ground Black Pepper small bunch Fresh Parsley Croutons: 6 slices French Bread, 1/2 inch thick Mozzarella and Monterey Jack Cheeses, shredded Soup: Slice onions very thin. In a medium saucepan at high heat, sauté garlic and onions. Turn heat to low and add bay leaves, thyme, and beef base. Cook until translucent. Turn heat to high and deglaze with sherry and wine, stirring frequently. Reduce to about 1/2 and add stock or demi-glaze. Add kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Reduce heat and simmer for one hour. Place sliced French Bread on sheet pan and top with mixture of cheese. Broil until melted. Ladle soup into six oven-proof cups. Top each cup with toasted French Bread. Add more cheese to each and broil until bubbly and brown. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve hot.

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LOUIS OSTEEN, CULINARY ICON

Sean Brock

BY JENNY KING

Lowcountry Cuisine Icon Louis Osteen takes his place in the spotlight with a documentary and a celebrity-studded gala.

ighlands Food & Wine Festival, with support from Southern Foodways Alliance, presents an extraordinary evening of film and flavor to honor Southern culinary icon Louis Osteen. A native of Anderson, in the upstate of South Carolina, Louis Osteen is one of the leading champions of Lowcountry cuisine. Highlands Food & Wine Festival will celebrate his life-long legacy at The Farm at Old Edwards Inn & Spa, October 8. Participants will view the official premiere of the documentary short, “The Many Lives of Louis Osteen,” produced by Southern Foodways Alliance, and experience an All-Star Dinner featuring the talents of Osteen’s many friends. On the roster for the evening are Dickie Brennan of Dickie Brennan & Company; Sean Brock from Nashville, Tennessee; Shel-

ley Cooper from Dancing Bear Lodge; John Fleer of Iron & Clay, Rhubarb, The RHU; Mike Lata, of FIG and The Ordinary; Bill Smith, from Crook’s Corner; and Frank Stitt, with Highlands Bar & Grill. The fête will honor Osteen’s contributions to the Southern culinary landscape throughout his illustrious 35-year career. He has constantly been a voice for the flavors of the region. “I think a lot of people have dismissed the South as a wasteland, but it’s really significant. I think the South has given this country its best regional food,” he explains. Osteen has created many well-known dining destinations over the years, from Charleston Grill, Pawleys Island Inn, Louis’s Las Vegas, Louis’s of Sanford, and Fish Camp Bar; and his prowess in the kitchen

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Frank Stitt is well-known. His dedication to rising star chefs includes many hours of mentorship to a host of award-winning talent, including those in attendance on October 8. Other notable guests include Southern Foodways Alliance Director John T. Edge. Tickets are $275 per person and will include a four-course dinner prepared by the featured chefs named above, wine pairings, live music, and viewing of film. Tickets and complete event information can be found at HonorLouis.com This event is a Highlands Food & Wine production. Highlands Food & Wine Festival takes place November 8-11 and is a 501(c) (3) organization. For tickets and more information on Highlands Food & Wine, visit HighlandsFoodandWine.com.

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HERE’S THE SCOOP BY DONNA RHODES

Fueled by new ideas and its new owner’s enthusiasm, SweeTreats emerges as a major Main Street dining destination.

osh and Caron Stover, new owners of Highlands’ SweeTreats, are changing the world one delicious bite at a time. Josh is using his 3D printing business in Atlanta to rocket SweeTreats into the 21st Century. He creates prototypes of machinery that he then tests in his business. He’s pushing the envelope of the worldwide food industry right here in Highlands. His wife Caron is VP of Apparel Tradeshows at AmericasMart and is utilizing her vast marketing and business knowledge skills to promote SweeTreats. In 2014 Josh and his family visited Highlands and instantly fell in love. In a matter of days they bought a weekend home. A couple of years later, they purchased one of their favorite hang-outs, SweeTreats. Since opening July 4th, 2017, they’ve made strategic improvements to the shop. Josh says, “In addition to a full renovation, we moved ice cream to the front of

the building, so it’s more prominent on Main. We gave the deli its own full kitchen so both the creamery and cooking area thrive inLeft to right, Caron, Malone, Josh and Max Stover. dependently.” The menus for deli and ice cream are extended hours. pretty much the same as the original “We’ll never stop improving and makSweeTreats. Josh wanted to support the ing SweeTreats more special for the area.” loyal fans of both. He’s proud of his staff Josh says. The long term goal is to continue which transitioned smoothly from old to SweeTreats franchises, building on several new ownership. already established. “One of the reasons there was an easy SweeTreats’ hours are 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 transition was veteran employee and staff P.M. Friday and Saturday; and 11:00 A.M. manager Jacob Smith,” he says. “He’s to 5:00 P.M. Sunday through Thursday. Aldone a phenomenal job. We couldn’t live ways check the website to confirm hours of in Atlanta and run this place without our operation. For more information, call (828) great staff.” 526-9632, Instagram #sweetreatshighLook for more surprises at SweeTreats in lands; facebook/sweetreatshighlands; or the coming weeks with online ordering and email josh@sweetreatshighlands.com.

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MOUNTAIN LIFE IN A GLASS BY DONNA RHODES

Owners Bob and Lise Dews

Whiteside Brewing Co. fills a vital Cashiers role – serving up delicious food, carefully crafted and selected beverages and, of course, lively conversation.

arns, particularly historical ones, have unique personalities and lofty stories to tell. Whiteside Brewing Co., which opened earlier this year, established residence in Cashiers’ old Ezekiel Barn. The brewery is separated from its sister establishment, the Laurelwood Inn, by ample parking and an acre of green, all under the ownership of Bob and Lise Dews. The brewery, with its sparkling stainless pipes, fittings, and valves, shines against the warm tones of white pine, which spans floorto-gambrel roof. The lumber was milled from pines, which once stood on the barn’s current footprint. “It’s very Cashiers. A lot of people remember the barn’s history so we preserved it,” Bob Dews explains. Whiteside’s interior is a sensual delight. The appetizing aromas of Andy Ellis’s mouth-watering cuisine (don’t miss his barbecue) and the compelling fragrance of the perfect batch by German born and raised Brewmiester Dieter Kuhn, cranks up customers taste buds. An open kitchen allows diners to see through and watch the chefs stirring up a feast. The efficient and casual serving style allows you to choose the perfect setting to enjoy your experience at Whiteside Brewing Co. Simply place your order at the counter then take a seat that suits your mood/need (business meeting, family gathering, or just enjoy

the fresh mountain air in their park like setting) and one of their friendly staff will deliver your food. Served in recyclable boxes make takeout a snap. Whether it’s in garden boots, work boots, hiking boots, or dress boots kind of day, Whiteside Brewing Co. is a craft beer, relaxed dining, entertainment destination for singles, couples, families, and pets. You’ll enjoy the variety of ways Laurelwood Inn and Whiteside Brewery Co. pair up for an entertainment experience guaranteed to please. With all the Dews’ care, planning, promotion, and devotion to the Spirit of Cashiers, think of the volumes of new stories Ol’ Ezekiel’s barn can tell. For more information, visit whitesidebrewing.com. Business hours are Sunday through Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday, 11:30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Closed Wednesdays. (828) 743-6000.

Local patron Scott Crowe enjoys a tasty bite.

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Manager Chelsea Cronkrite

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ALL ABOUT THE ALTITUDE BY A.J. STEWART

Altitudes welcomes October with a series of exciting menus and specials, and a marvelous view of unspoiled Highlands beauty.

he mountains are aglow with the fiery colors of autumn and cool, crisp breezes are blowing through Highlands’ Main Street. The season may be winding down, but there is still plenty to do in Highlands. The Shadow of the Bear is crawling across the valley; there are festivals to attend and holiday shopping to be done. A relaxing meal is the perfect way to end an exciting day, especially when it comes with a view. You’ll find both at Altitudes Restaurant in Highlands. Just a quick five-minute drive from Main Street, Altitudes Restaurant is located at Skyline Lodge, perched near the summit of Flat Mountain. The vantage point offers diners an unparalleled view of the mountains. The sunset shines through the windows, bathing the

Altitudes October special “Oktober-Feast”

dining room in a soft golden glow. Guests can dine in the lodge-style main room, or choose the delightful patio. Stop by the bar and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine next to the cozy stone fireplace before dinner Executive chef Les Williams and his team offer a time-tested menu as well as eclectic weekly features, such as their Scotch Devils appetizer, their personal twist on traditional Scotch Eggs. They also offer other weekly specials that feature dishes that are unique to Altitudes. Wednesday night is the “Southern Supper.” Choices include Chicken Fried Steak, Golden Catfish, Chicken and Dumplings, Collard Greens, Lima Beans, Cornbread and a Cobbler. Friday and Saturday are Prime Rib Nights.

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Altitudes also caters to the breakfast crowd on Saturdays and Sundays. Order an omelet any way you like it, or try their signature Hillbilly Benedict: Eggs Benedict served on a biscuit with country ham. If you’re looking for a leisurely Sunday, don’t miss their ever-popular Champagne Sunday Brunch. Brunch is served from noon until 2:00 P.M., offering the best of both worlds. Be sure to book your brunch reservation early, as it regularly sells out. To cap off their season, which ends November 4, Altitudes will offer their traditional “Oktober-Feast” at the beginning of October. Come sample their selection of traditional Bavarian cuisine such as Bratwurst, Spaetzle, and Jägerschnitzel. For more information and a full menu, visit altitudesatskyline.com.

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SAVOR FOR A LIFETIME BY JENNY KING

Thanks to an ever-evolving lineup of food, drink, music, and art, the Highlands Food and Wine Festival is drawing crowds from far beyond the Plateau.

hether you express your good taste in your choice of food, spirits, shopping, or the arts, this autumn the Highlands Food and Wine Festival promises to deliver a phenomenal experience you’ll savor for a lifetime. Restaurateurs, chefs, vendors, bartenders, winemakers, vineyard owners, entertainers, and businesses of all kinds join forces to bring you the event. 2018 commemorates the third year of the Festival, which grew out of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center’s annual Culinary Weekend. The four-day happening is drawing national attention from visitors, sponsors, and media. Highlands Food and Wine Festival is rapidly becoming one of the fall calendar’s hottest events in the Southeast. Over the past few years the Highlands Chamber has been actively involved in expanding the season a few weeks into spring and winter to generate more sales for the unique shops that serve the region. Many believe the Festival’s success is the primary catalyst for improving retailing. “We have seen tremendous growth in both occupancy and vendor sales as a result of the Highlands Food and Wine Festival,” says Bob Kieltyka, Executive Director of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce. “Approximately 80 percent of town businesses saw increases in sales, in comparison to other weekends in November. We expect that trend to continue and spill over onto the surrounding weeks of the Festival.” Mark November 8 through 11, on your calendar. What a great way to usher in the holiday season with divine dining and winetasting, superb entertainment, and early ops to get your shopping groove on. It’s Mountains of Fun.

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HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS Altitude’s at Skyline Lodge - (828) 526-2121 Annie’s Cafe - (828) 526-1663 Asia House - (828) 787-1680 Bake My Day Bakery & Cafe - (828) 487-4633 Bella’s Junction Cafe - (828) 526-0803 Bistro on Main/Main Street Inn - (828) 526-2590 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s - (828) 526-3807 Bryson’s Deli - (828) 526-3775 Buck’s Coffee Cafe - (828) 526-0020 Cyprus International Cuisine - (828) 526-4429 Dusty’s - (828) 526-2762 El Azteca - (828) 526-2244 El Manzanillo - (828) 526-0608 Fire + Water Restaurant - (828) 526-4446 Fressers Courtyard Cafe - (828) 526-4188 The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering - (828) 526-2110 Lakeside Restaurant - (828) 526-9419 The Log Cabin - (828) 526-5777 M Equals 3 - (828) 284-5096 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden - (828) 787-2525

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BRUSHY’S FACE LIFT BY EMILY CROWELL

The new Brushy Face Trail is the perfect tonic for clearing up mental fog, and the beguiling setting for a contemplative hike.

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s a runner and a trail lover, I’m always thrilled beyond belief to find a trail to run on around here that doesn’t immediately enfeeble me – physically, mentally, and spiritually. The relatively new Brushy Face Trail off Highway 28 is just such a trail, and a loop at that! Built by volunteers with the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust, the Brushy Face Loop was officially opened in June of this year. The trail is about 1.4 miles round-trip on 74 acres, encompassing most of the headwaters of the western fork of Clear Creek. “We purposely designed the trails to keep a relatively easy grade to allow more people to be able to use them,” says Kyle Pursel of the HCLT. Good news for those of us who sometimes like to run trails without busting a lung. The brevity of the trail is also an invitation to hikers to slow down and take in the serenity of the mostly old-growth forest around Clear Creek. These woods are home to some of the largest oldgrowth white pines in the area as well as some living hemlocks that the HCLT is working to save. I visited the trail on a sunny (with a threat of storms) afternoon. Over the past several months I’d been seeing chatter about the new loop trail in local media and figured I needed to finally check it out while getting a run in. No one else was there except various and sundry forest critters, and I quickly shed some mental baggage cruising through the woods alone. The trees and the creek and the act of running seem to be a buffer against all the little anxieties that pile up in my brain if I’m not careful. This stretch of trail is so quiet and quieting that it’s hard to believe the Walhalla Road is just over yonder. Rest assured I will be back to walk the trail, too. I tend to miss a lot while I’m running between zoning out and trying not to fall (at the same time, somehow). One of my hiking buds who’s been on the trail told me that the biggest white pine he’s ever seen is near one of the creek crossings, and I managed to pass by a few times without ever seeing it. There’s a metaphor in there somewhere. One of the reasons I love Highlands is the pervasive enthusiasm around here for conservation and spending time outdoors. Aren’t we lucky to have so many little trails like the Brushy Face Trail that we can get out and enjoy at a moment’s notice? To reach the trail, take U.S. Highway 28 South (4th Street) for 1.3 miles to a right turn onto Brushy Face Road. Take the first left onto Old Pine Drive, and the next left onto Pineland. The trail is at the apex of the loop.

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WHY WE FLY FISH BY CHRIS WILKES HIGHLAND HIKER

Don’t let anxiety keep you from enjoying local streams. Fly fishing is made for relaxing and savoring the simple pleasures.

ly fishing can be intimidating. The typical first timer is hesitant to take a lesson or book a guide trip because their lack of experience will embarrass them in front of a guide or instructor. I’ve met people who routinely skydive, yet are afraid they’ll look foolish trying to fly fish, which is funny because the danger of making a mistake in the latter certainly pales in comparison to screwing up in the former. I suppose it’s because most fly fishing aficionados are looked upon as experts in nature and wise in the ways of the outdoors that people have separated themselves from and people typically avoid things that make them look like a soft-handed city dweller in front of them. Watching someone cast in a river can seem like a skill that

is difficult to master and leafing through your average book about casting could lead one to believe that dabbling in aerospace engineering might be a less time consuming hobby. Considering all of this, it is important to ask yourself why you want to fly fish. When you come up with the answer it may shock you to learn that it is the same reason that people that have done it for decades continue to: Because it’s a fun way to get outside in some really pretty places. Catching fish is a sport and it does take some know-how to be able to get one in the net, but if the biggest trophy fish were found in the middle of a coal ash pit or a city dump, I seriously doubt people would spend their free time tying intricate fly-patterns just so they could put on

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a hazmat suit to get their picture taken with a 22-inch rainbow trout. So I encourage you to get out in the water this October and give it a try. If you’ve never tried it before, take a lesson. Two hours is plenty of time to get the basics down. If you haven’t fished in years, it’s high time to get back out there and you’ll be surprised how quickly it all comes back to you. If you’re worried about catching fish, book a guide to wade or float the Nantahala, Tuckaseegee, or the East Fork of the French Broad. Or simply get some waders and head out on your own. Even if you fail to catch a single fish, you will be spending your day in a beautiful stream enjoying the peace and quiet this area provides while the leaves change. Not a bad way to spend a day at all.

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CHINESE LANTERNS BY JEANNIE CHAMBERS THE ACCIDENTAL GARDENER

The Chinese Lantern is an almost-too-perfect symbol of the season.

t’s that time of year again. Fall, better known as pumpkin season. If you look in the grocery store, just about everything comes in pumpkin spice flavor or scent. If it doesn’t smell or taste like a pumpkin, then it better look like a pumpkin , which brings me to the wonderful plant Physalis alkekengi, but their friends call them Chinese Lanterns. Other names are Japanese Lantern, Bladder Cherry, Ground Cherry, and Cape Gooseberry. Some people consider this plant to be an obnoxious, invasive threat, just like some people view other people as obnoxious, invasive threats, but as we’ve learned, much is in the eyes of the beholder. These plants are low growing, two feet high at most, but can spread to three feet or more. Suitable for growing in zones 4-9. The lower the zone,

the more sun it needs, otherwise partial shade works fine. Chinese lanterns are an herbaceous perennial, meaning it completely dies back in winter and returns in the spring. Well, we think it has died back, but there’s a whole crew working in their own underground tunnel spreading its rhizome, so it can pop up here, there, and everywhere if left unchecked. If the pods are left to fall to the ground, propagation occurs that way as well. As the plant grows, it produces a white flower which gives way to a calyx which matures into the inflated, papery “Chinese lantern” that is orangish red and also resembles a pumpkin. While the unripe berries and leaves are poisonous, and these plants should come

with the warning: “Don’t try this at home,” there have been medicinal uses for this plant for centuries as a diuretic, antiseptic, as a sedative, a treatment for liver, arthritis, and as a hallucinogenic. Some say the ripe berries taste like a sweet tomato and is full of Vitamin A and C. Tomatillo, another nightshade from the same genus, is another cousin, so maybe there is something to chew on, but remember the old cereal commercial? “I’m not gonna try it. You try it.” Chinese lanterns are beautiful as fresh cut or dried to use in arrangements and wreaths. If you’re worried about the plant spreading, try planting in a container, either above or below ground. Enjoy this plant as you celebrate pumpkins through November, but gather before the frost kills it back.

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WHOOO COOKS FOR YOU? BY WILLIAM MCREYNOLDS | BARRED OWL WITH MOUSE PHOTO BY ED BOOS

Veiled in mystery, the Barred Owl announces its presence with a quirky question.

wls are steeped in myth and legend. According to Virgil, the appearance of an owl foretold the death of Dido. Both the Sumerian goddess Lilith and Greek goddess Athena have been depicted with a retinue of owls. In today’s fictional portrayals of talking animals, the owl is always the wise one. A collection of these mythologized birds is called a parliament (of owls). The Barred Owl (Strix varia) sports plumage of mottled chestnut brown with white and brown bars or streaks on its head and body. Females are slightly larger than males, 21 inches in length with a wingspan of 42 inches. The Barred Owl call is a multisyllabic series of hoots, “Hoo hoot hoooooawwrr,” that has been transliterated “Who cooks for you?” by bird watchers. Their habitat is mature forests and open woodlands across the Eastern United States

and the Northwest U.S. into Western Canada. They frequent suburban neighborhoods with tall trees, where a leading cause of death is collision with cars. Owls have keen vision and hearing by virtue of their large, front-facing eyes and asymmetrical ears. Their heads can pivot 270 degrees in silent survey of their surroundings. Their sharp talons are deadly; their beaks hawk-like. Their diet consists primarily of small mammals such as voles and mice, small or immature birds, insects and fish. Because they prey upon other birds, owls are unwelcome guests locally and are sometimes attacked by other birds. Barred Owls nest in tree hollows or they take a nest built by Crows or Pileated Woodpeckers. Their nest will contain a clutch of two to four eggs that hatch in about four weeks. Fledging occurs in another four to five weeks. The fuzzy young nestlings emit a loud hiss-

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ing sound that prompts the mother to bring food and startles unsuspecting children, especially around Halloween. Owls have been known to live for 24 years in the wild. Owls are built for silent flight with unique feathers that lack the usual avian waterproofing so as to remain soft and flexible in the wind. Without water repellence, they get waterlogged easily and owls cannot fly when wet. Happy owling and October birding from the Highlands Plateau Audubon Society. Listen at night for a series of falsetto hoots: “Who cooks for you?” The Highlands Plateau Audubon Society, focused on enjoying and preserving birds and their habitats, is a Chapter of the National Audubon Society and a 501(c)(3) organization. For information on all our activities and membership, please visit highlandsaudubonsociety.org.

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LINKS GOLF IN SCOTLAND A whirlwind tour of the great links of Scotland comes off without a hitch. BY JOSH BLUM

e just returned from Scotland after completing another great trip. After getting off our overnight flight from the US we drove straight to Kingsbarns where we enjoyed an afternoon round at this gorgeous seaside course. After dinner in the clubhouse, we made the drive over a couple of scenic hours up to our hotel, The Chester in Aberdeen, a beautiful boutique with a great restaurant attached. The next day we caught up on sleep and then headed over to Cruden Bay, which proved to be a group favorite with great scenery from the ocean-side cliffs combined with lots of quirky, fun golf holes. The Bathtub Green 14th was a personal favorite. We also got our only rain of the trip – a proper downpour on a few holes on the back nine, which made us glad we packed the rain gear. After an early dinner we decided there was more golf to be had, and we went back out to play their small lower

nine-hole course as a sixsome – a great way to spend an evening. The next day we played 36 – a morning round at the brawny Trump International and a late afternoon round at Royal Aberdeen. The latter was as enjoyable a four hours as I’ve ever had – light breeze, late evening light, no one on the course, great caddies guiding us around a beautiful routing along the dunes. We finished up the night at an upscale Thai restaurant in town where the losing team from the previous four rounds bought dinner. The next morning we checked out and headed back south to Carnoustie, which hosted the Open Championship this year, where we got the full British Open experience with the grandstands and scoreboard from a few weeks prior still on the course. But before that we had some extra time and spent the morning walking around the town of Saint Andrews and the Old Course.

That night we checked in to the beautiful and historic Marine Hotel along the course at North Berwick. The next day we capped our trip on the West course with as fun a round as I can remember. North Berwick was probably the consensus favorite of the trip and a few of us were so enamored that we played a second 18 afterwards. The closing dinner was at Nether Abbey where we relived the trip, debated favorite courses, and started planning for next year. As always, the trip Tom (Tom Chillemi, PGA; tomsgolftours.com) planned went off without a hitch and our driver, Gordon, made the whole journey extremely enjoyable...What a character! If you’d like to arrange a fantastic golf trip, you must see Tom. He has now arranged one to Scotland and a few years ago Ireland for me and my friends. We look forward to returning in 12 short months to one of these wonderful golf countries.

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NATURE’S FALL SHOW BY LUKE OSTEEN | PHOTO BY TERRY BARNES

Admire the Leaf Show, but be sure to take in the entire suite of Fall Sensations.

ith the arrival of the annual Fall Leaf Show, you’re seeing the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau at its best. The bold colors carpeting the mountains around us suggest a quilting bee that shared a pot of peyote tea and then went to work, finally tossing their finished product over an unmade bed. The display is breathtaking in its richness and randomness, kaleidoscopic in its hypnotic variations. But here’s the thing to remember: Those brilliant leaves, dying in such magnificent style that visitors and locals alike will literally stop in the middle of the road to take in a particular cove or vista , are just a portion of the Plateau’s October glory. Consider the entire sensual banquet offered freely throughout the season. For scent, the cool, crisp days offer the deep forest balm of decaying leaves, the redolence of leaves being burned, and the musk of compost before the onset of the hard frosts. For a blending of beauty and flavor and an inimitable part of the local culture, look for Staghorn Sumac in the fields and forests of the area. In the spring and summer, it’s an unassuming denizen of the underbrush, but in the fall it seduces passersby with leaves and berries that have turned a deep crimson. It’s a show-stopper. If you choose to harvest the berries, you

can make a delicious tonic that’s handed down to us from the Cherokee who first settled here. Soak the berries in water for about 10 minutes, then mash them with your hands or a potato masher. Let the resulting mixture sit for half an hour, then repeat, letting it stew for another half-hour. Strain the resulting mash through a cheesecloth, then add a bit more water and some sugar (or honey if you want to keep it authentic) to create a sweet-tart mixture. You can also add a bit of mint for flavor. Serve this Sumac-Ade on a sunny October afternoon and you’ve got a transcendent moment to treasure. Another authentic October flavor is the local apples that are coming into harvest. You can savor the best by stopping at the Highlands Marketplace, Bryson’s and Mountain Fresh Grocery in Highlands, and The Cashiers Farmer’s Market. You’ll find heirloom varieties that have nearly vanished from the American landscape – Father Abraham, Esopus Spitzenburg, and the wonderfully-named Arkansas Black. If you’re curious, The Bascom has a couple of rare Arkansas Black trees as part of its landscaping. You can pick one without getting yelled at. For sound, well, the seasonal songbirds have fled South, allowing you to take in the raucous sounds of our big, really big ,

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crows and ravens. They’re a gregarious bunch and aren’t shy about conversing among wandering people. You’ll still find old-timers who contend that they can distinguish the emotions and ideas conveyed by the different calls. For a completely different sort of mountain sound, stop by the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library on the 11th for a free concert by internationally-recognized Appalachian musician Mary Z. Cox. An award-winning banjoist and dulcimer prodigy, Mary will perform songs that were born and cherished in the mountains ringing the Plateau. It’s as close to the joyful nights at Helen’s Barn in Highlands as we’re likely to get. And finally, lurking like a darkened pumpkin patch on the far end on the far end of the calendar, it’s Goblins in the Green in Cashiers on Friday, October 26; and Highlands’ Downtown All Hallow’s Eve Celebration, Wednesday, October 31. Both events feature the entire communities coming together for fun, music and laughter. You may be telling yourself, “I’m too old for stuff like that.” Believe me, you’re not. Both events will enrobe you in Cashiers and Highlands in ways that can’t be duplicated in any other manner. So enjoy the leaves, but remember to savor the entire spectrum of life on the Plateau.

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DR. LAPHAM’S BUG HILL BY DONNA RHODES | PHOTO COURTESY HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Medical pioneer Mary Lapham made Highlands the center of her innovative tuberculosis therapy.

reakthroughs in tuberculosis treatment in the early 190 0s sky-rocketed Highlands’ fame. From 1908-1918 Mary Lapham with her compassionate, innovative medical remedies, got herself noticed in a big way. 2018 marks the 10 0th anniversary of her success at her Highlands tuberculosis sanatorium, aka Bug Hill. In 1882, one of every seven people died from TB. When doctors determined TB spread by coughing, consumption patients were often spurned and isolated. There was no hope, no known cure. The general public was terrified. The medical world began experimenting with a variety of treatments, including moving patients to wooded, high elevations, mountain air being the closest thing to an oxygen tent. Highlands was the perfect setting. Walking the inclines kept

compromised lungs actively pumping that pure air. Good nutrition rounded out the prescription for hopeful recovery. Mary Lapham was a pioneer in pneumothorax, a cutting-edge treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis. Her method was to gradually collapse an infected lung by injecting it with small doses of nitrogen. In a compressed state, a lung could rest and heal. Collapsing a lung was risky business, and many protested the concept. But Mary’s determination to create a center and a cure paid off. She and the mountain air made many patients well. Her talks and demos and medical journal entries helped other physicians achieve similar success. In 1940, just four years after her death, 80 percent of patients in treatment were undergoing some

type of lung collapse therapy. It remained the treatment of choice until the 1950s, when Streptomycin wiped out TB in the United States. At the end of this year the North Carolina Highway Historical Marker for Dr. Mary Lapham, approved by Department of Natural and Cultural Resources on May 24th, will be installed on North Fourth Street in the vicinity of the Historic Village. It will read: Mary Lapham, 1860 -1936. Physician; innovator in treatment of tuberculosis. Served in Europe, World War I. Operated a sanatorium here 1908-1918. For more accounts of remarkable people of the Plateau, read Randolph Shaffner’s “Heart of the Blue Ridge” or visit the Highlands Historical Society at 524 North Fourth Street, email highlandshistory@nctv.com, or visit www.highlandshistory.com.

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UNCLE CHARLIE BY JANE GIBSON NARDY HISTORIAN, CASHIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY

C.B. Fugate’s generous spirit and keen business sense made him an icon in the Cashiers community.

harles Bracken Fugate Jr., called Paw or Uncle Charlie, was born in Cashiers in 1878, the son of Charles Bracken Fugate Sr. and Mary Arlissa Norton. During the Great Depression, C. B. Fugate Jr. owned and ran a grocery store in the building that now houses Narcissus. A local teenage boy would daily come into the store, climb up on the counter and take a nap, much to the amusement of the other customers. One day a neighbor fixed up a “sugar teat” which was a spoonful of sugar tied up in a piece of thin cloth that a baby could suck on to stop their crying. Paw pushed that “sugar teat” inside the cheek of the sleeping boy and it so surprised the boy when he woke up that he never slept on the counter again.

Another story says that a family in Bull Pen put up their cow as collateral so they could charge groceries. Members of the Bull Pen family frequently came into the store and bought groceries until there was a big stack of bills without a single payment. Thinking that had gone on long enough, Paw got in a truck large enough to carry a cow and drove down to Bull Pen and knocked on the door. The man of the house opened the door and said, “I guess you came for the cow – she’s out back” Paw went out back and saw a small black-faced Jersey milk cow which was clearly the only thing of value that family had. Paw, with his tender heart, wrote out a receipt for the groceries and marked it, “Paid in full.” In 1936, Paw bought land on Highway 64

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East, less than a mile from the Crossroads. There he built a new family home for his wife Nellie and their only child, Charles B. Fugate III. Besides a new home, he opened another grocery store there as well as building several tourist cabins on his new property. The cabins were first called Pineview Inn but later became known as the Cottage Inn cabins. Many of the laborers who came here from elsewhere to work on building the dam for Lake Glenville lived in the little cabins. While Paw ran his grocery store in town, his wife Nellie took over the management of the tourist cabins. He was so well known and popular in the area that when he died in 1952, all the stores in Cashiers Valley closed for his funeral. He was buried in the Lower Zachary Cemetery.

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FAIRVIEW HOUSE

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Fairview Inn, 1940s

A rich part of Highlands’ history has just gotten a facelift, and is now available as a vacation rental.

uilt around 1910 by Irvin E. Rice this two-story square frame house, located on 4 1/2 Street, was known as The Rice House. After changing hands, it was sold to Ed and Ellie Pierson Potts in 1937 and was run as the Fairview Inn for the next 20 years. In the 1970s the Highlands Playhouse used it to house their performers during the summer season, and was later run as a B&B by Rick and Helene Siegel, and then became known as 4 1/2 Street Inn. Over the years, the home had been added on to and the owners have kept the original part of the home as it may have looked when new. They did copious amounts of research before undertaking this labor of love, and when comparing the outside appearance of the original home to the way it looks now, it is remarkable in its similarity. The wide covered porch intentionally includes construction details of the period and wraps around the house on two sides, making it an ideal spot for relaxation, rain or shine. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and create a sense of privacy, even though you’re only two blocks off Main Street. As you enter the front door you’ll notice the newly-revealed cherry floors. The rich color is highlighted by evidence of the many people who have entered this historic home; and the meeting room, bedrooms, hall, and stairway have been restored to their former glory. The owners were able to utilize much of the home’s hardware and furniture and have lightened the spaces with appropriately chosen finishes. The back part of Fairview House is where you’ll see the most change. The goal was to make this area conducive to group gatherings and the impeccably designed kitchen and dining area somehow makes it feel cozy and intimate, while still accommodating a large group. This room leads out to the covered deck, complete with fireplace, and again, is surrounded by lovingly tended landscaping. Fairview House is available for vacation rentals and can sleep up to 25 people in elegant comfort. It’s like spending the day in a luxurious modern home and going to sleep at night in an old historic inn. Since it’s managed by Old Edwards Inn and Spa as one of their estate homes, you can count on a level of luxury you wouldn’t normally find in a rental. For more information, contact OldEdwardsInn.com or call (866) 526-8008.

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The Fairview House today.

BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The Cashiers Historical Society is seeking businesses or individuals deserving of its Village Heritage Award.

ashiers Historical Society’s mission is preserving the heritage of Cashiers Valley through education, stewardship, and advocacy. The society strives to recognize Cashiers’ history through publications, awards, events, and projects. One such award is the Village Heritage Award which is given annually to a building, old or new, which has been built or repurposed in keeping with the “Old Village” feel of Cashiers. This award can also be awarded to members of the community that go above and beyond to preserve the history of the Cashiers Valley, so it is not limited to just a historic building. Area residents nominate new or newly remodeled businesses whose architecture

enhances the village feel of Cashiers, or individuals who have worked diligently to preserve our history and authenticity. Additionally, according to the Historical Society’s guidelines, the nominated business or individual must contribute to the vitality of the community, and/or be of service to the community. Additional criteria for buildings which must be met include attractive landscaping with native materials, moderate lighting to enhance the night sky visibility, and the property must be situated within the boundaries specified by the Historical Society. This year’s winner will be announced on October 12 at The Preservation Award

Ceremony. The Preservation Award Ceremony will also highlight active members of the community who have volunteered countless hours to helping preserve the structures at CHS as well as been highly dedicated volunteers with our Society. There will also be a keynote speaker from Preservation NC, Myrick Howard, who has been awarded the Sir Walter Raleigh Award for his exemplary efforts in the field of historical preservation. For more information visit Cashiershistoricalsociety.org or stop by and visit them at their business office located in the Dowden Pavilion at the Zachary-Tolbert grounds at 1940 Highway 107 South. You may also call them at (828) 743-7710.

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HEALTH

BE A SCREEN QUEEN BY DONNA RHODES

Vigilance can make all the difference in Breast Cancer Detection.

ctober is Worldwide Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One in eight American women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Men are also susceptible to this disease, though not as frequently as women. In 2015, there were over 230,000 new cases of breast cancer in our country. In that same year, over 40,000 American women died of breast cancer. There is no clear cause, though alcohol consumption, family history, body fat, and age are associated with increased risk. What we do know is breast cancer happens when cells go haywire. Self-checking can find breast cancer. Look for swelling and lumps. While soreness isn’t usually a symptom, if it persists, see a doctor just to be sure. You are the one who knows your breasts better than anyone. Check them often. Practice TLC: Touch. Look. Check. Touch: When checking for abnormalities, press gently around nipples, the breast,

top, sides, and bottom, and under the armpits and upper chest. Do you feel a lump? Lumps might not be visible on the surface, but they can be felt. Often a lump is hormonal, associated with your period, or it could be cystic and not cancerous, but only screening with a doctor can confirm its status. Look: Are there any changes in your breast? A swelling? A dimple? One breast larger than the other? Do you feel any changes in skin texture? Any new or large dark moles? Does the breast look red or inflamed? Have nipples changed? Is one nipple inverted and the other not? Do you have any nipple discharge? Is there any rash or crusting on or around the nipple? Check: If any of your answers are “yes,” see your doctor. Don’t worry. A “yes” to any of the above doesn’t mean you have cancer, but screening will confirm. Checking in with your doctor will also give you a running log of your breast care

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history for comparison. Dr. Helen Sandven, Mission’s Medical Director of Breast Imaging, offers this sound advice: “While self-exam can be helpful, mammography is the best way to detect breast cancer early--often before it can be felt. Finding cancers when they’re small increases your chances of surviving and decreases the severity of your treatment. There’s a lot of conflicting information out there around when and how often to have a mammogram. However, all parties agree that having a mammogram every year starting at 40 saves the most lives. It’s up to you to decide if the risk of having additional imaging or a negative biopsy is worth minimizing your treatment and increasing your chances of being cured if you are diagnosed with breast cancer.” For more information about screening mammography, visit endtheconfusion. org or contact Highlands-Cashiers Hospital at (828) 526 -1450.

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AUNTIE OXIDANT MEETS UNCLE RADICAL BY DR. SUE AERY AERY CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

Auntie Oxidant is on duty in your body, even as you read this. But she could use some help.

icture this – A family drama ensues as Auntie Oxidant meets Uncle Radical in a battle of dominance. Uncle Radical, the damaging and rude bully, is the ever-looming free radical that can cause major damage in the body – much like rust on your favorite car. Auntie Oxidant, our strong, gentle and healing favorite relative, is the protective antioxidant, battling the free radicals every day to keep us safe and aging slowly. OK, so now that you have that picture in your head, here’s the real story… Antioxidants are naturally produced by the body in very small quantities. Free Radicals are the result of both natural and abnormal cell death. Every day, we experience the onslaught of damaging molecules in our bod-

ies: chemicals, toxins, processed foods, and many more. The body has a check and balance system but whatever doesn’t belong can build up and cause damage to cells, tissues, and organs on a daily basis. Carrying a negative charge, this buildup is like walking around with rough sand paper in your shoes instead of socks! Damaging! Not to fear! Antioxidants to the rescue! Positively charged, they connect with the Free Radicals to safely remove them from the body, reducing and often reversing damage. All this is in a perfect world, of course, but here’s the catch in all this. For years, whether we are educated and aware or not, we have been bombarded by things that cause grave damage, some by choice

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and some just by daily life. Sugar, fake “food” and chemicals are just a few of the things we take in willingly, despite what they do to our insides. We also take in the origins of free radicals when we put on most skin lotions, wash our hair, put on makeup and nail polish, and when we simply breathe the air around us. We only produce a limited number of antioxidants to combat this growing free radical threat, but we can eat some very simple things to increase our fighting power within. The greatest source of Antioxidants is Fruits and Veggies! Eat more today and every day and keep the bully at bay. Heal your body by welcoming Auntie Oxidant over Uncle Radical!

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SEASONAL TASTES BY DR. ANASTASIA HALLDIN | HEALTHYMAMAINFO.COM

Few dishes remind us of fall like this warm and sweet, yet slightly tangy salad. The roasted veggies are the colors of fall leaves, and crunchy pecans and tart cranberries serve as a gentle reminder of the winter holidays to come. Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts and Cranberry Salad YIELD: 5-6 Servings; PREP: 10 minutes ; COOK: 40 minutes; READY IN: 50 minutes Ingredients: 3 cups Brussels Sprouts halved 1 small Butternut Squash peeled and cubed 3/4 cup Raw Pecans 3/4 cup Dried Cranberries 1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar 1 teaspoon Raw Honey or Maple Syrup Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Assemble the Brussels sprouts and the squash on a cookie tray, covered in parchment. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, mix, and roast for about 30 minutes, mixing halfway (the timing depends on the strength of your oven.) Take the veggies out of the oven, cool slightly. Add cranberries and pecans. Combine the dressing ingredients, the rest of the oil, vinegar, honey and pour over the salad. Add salt, pepper and serve.

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A POSITIVE OUTLOOK BY MARY ABRANYI | CASHIERS VALLEY FUSION

Training yourself to develop and maintain a Positive Outlook is challenging, but so rewarding.

Through yoga and meditation, Mary has found a sense of peace and positivity in whatever it is she is involved in, from business and community, to family and friends. She and her husband Steve, owner of Green Mountain Builders, have two young and vibrant children and, in addition to being a long time local Realtor, she is also the owner of Cashiers Valley Fusion, a yoga studio and wellness boutique in Cashiers.

ave you ever noticed that some people are more positive than others, or quite the opposite, more negative? How about the way you feel after being around someone who was upbeat versus gloomy or pessimistic? One person gives you a boost of energy whereas the other drains you. The energy we put out into the world has the power to impact us, and those around us, in ways we don’t often realize. Our entire lives, we are inundated with choices ranging from routine to complex. Being positive is one of those choices. Think about your morning routine. The time you decide to rise in the morning can dictate the course of your day. If you’ve given yourself enough time to accomplish everything you need to before leaving your house, then you will likely leave feeling calm and relaxed. However, the flip side of that is not having given yourself the necessary time, which now leaves you feeling anxious and stressed out. Either way, these feelings and emotions are go-

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ing to follow you into your day and likely rub off on someone else in your path. As a culture, we are habitual, typically finding security in a routine. Why not create a routine that makes you, and potentially those around you, feel good each day? Decide to wake up early enough so there’s no need to rush. Consider the clothes you wear, the food you eat, and the people you surround yourself with and how those choices make you feel. A positive outlook can create more happiness, help to fend off stress, increase confidence levels, lead to a healthier mindset and ultimately impact others. Of course, life is not always sunny and there are many situations and events where feelings of negativity are absolutely valid, but choosing not to stay in the negative space longer than necessary is one of those complex choices you hold the key to. I challenge you to see with a renewed awareness and go out and be that boost of positive energy the world needs more of!

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HISTORIC HIGHLANDS HOME BY WILEY SLOAN

This elegant home retains its place in Highlands history.

his beautifully updated home emits historic charm beyond belief. Restoration and enhancements were completed with careful attention to retaining the home’s historic elegance. The house now offers the best of both worlds – historic beauty with all the 21st century amenities busy families expect. Imagine mornings on the wide front porch leisurely sipping your coffee, or evenings in the shade of the 20 0 -year-old Carolina Hemlock with the sounds of cascading water nearby. As the sun sets and the cool of fall evenings settle in, migrate into the Living Room where a low fire fills the stone fireplace. Tantalizing aromas waft from the recently remodeled kitchen reminding you of special meal times spent with family and friends. Whether you have gathered on the dining porch where the wall of windows provides you a panoramic view of the eye-catching grounds or you are dining under the stars on the back

deck, Hollywood could not have created a more idyllic setting. The main house offers a spacious master suite on the first floor. Open the French doors to listen to the sounds of nature or to slip out to the porch to relax a bit. Your family and guests will enjoy the home’s upper level. Let them choose between the charm of the sleeping porch or snuggle under the covers in either of the remaining two Guest Rooms – each with mesmerizing views of the surrounding flora and fauna. Step across the back porch to the Guest House. You might never have guessed that this was originally the estate’s barn. Relax here in the large Living Room with fireplace, a complete kitchen, and a sumptuous covered porch, in addition to a Guest Bedroom with sleeping loft. Relive the early days of Highlands when life moved at a slower, more tranquil pace. Imagine that you are the home’s longest

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owner, Rebecca Smallwood Harris – a single woman who immigrated from Cuba to Highlands as she neared her 40th year. For the next 50 years Rebecca made her mark on Highlands, buying and selling property, amassing enough acreage to create one of the town’s first neighborhoods. Leonard Avenue was named for her brother and Harris Lake for her and her family. As you while away the hours strolling the gardens or challenging your friends to a game of croquet on your private court, let your mind wander. What legacy will you leave this wonderful mountain abode when your sojourn here has ended? Come, feast your eyes on the beauty of this historic estate home. Its charm will capture your heart. Call Jody Lovell (Owner/Broker) at Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty at (828) 526-4104, or email her at jody.lovell@sothebysrealty.com to schedule a visit. See more fine homes at highlandssothebys.com.

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PLATEAU’S BIGGEST SECRET

Highland Gap has plenty of reasons to be called Paradise.

ighland Gap homeowner Jeff Butler succinctly outlines why he and his neighbors love their neighborhood.

What Makes It So Special · Southern exposure to the sun for natural heat and light in the winter; · Long-range mountain views with dramatic vistas and sunsets; · A natural forest legacy of mature trees, flowering shrubs, and native ground cover; · Waterfall views; · Cold, clear spring-fed streams on granite creek beds; · Considerate, thoughtful neighbors who treasure natural beauty; · Convenient access to three towns: Highlands, Clayton and Franklin; · Common sense deed restrictions; · A 30-minute shorter drive to Atlanta and Florida for part time residents · Perfect privacy.

ighland Gap is a deed-restricted residential community established in 1988. Located on the western edge of the Highlands Plateau just before the 1,500-foot descent to Dillard Valley, Highland Gap offers breathtaking long-range mountain vis-

tas and dramatic sunsets over Dillard Valley and the Nantahala Mountain Range. The community is spread across 1,200 acres of unspoiled former Nantahala Forest land, which contains two major headwater tributaries of the Little Tennessee River. Middle Creek, Shoal Creek, and many springfed streams feed multiple waterfalls and countless fast flowing, rock lined, cold clear streams running throughout the community. The land encompassing Highland Gap was acquired by the US Forest Service in the 1920’s and was preserved in its natural state until the founding of the Highland Gap Community in the 1980s. This area of the Southern Appalachian Mountains is recognized for the biodiversity of its native plant and animal existence. From early spring to late fall, the roadsides are covered in a beautiful mixture of wild flowers and plants including Native Rhododendron, Mountain Laurel, Flame Azalea, Dogwood, Serviceberry, and Wild Magnolia. The mature hardwood tree canopy provides cool shaded roadways and home sites in the summer and vibrant fall colors from Red Oak, Sugar Maple, Hickory, Tulip Poplar, and American Beech trees.

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With only 105 property owners in this community, each owner holds an average of 11.5 acres (the minimum size allowed is three acres, with many including 15 or more acres). Many owners acquired property for investments and future use, leaving only 55 homes in Highlands Gap. Although residents think of the community as a neighborhood, most homes have more than ample parcel size, vegetation, tree cover, and changes in elevation to provide complete privacy from the nearest neighbor. Highland Gap is a friendly community where residents care for and about each other. Homeowners get together regularly for parties, meetings, and holiday celebrations. There are approximately ten homes currently on the market, fitting nearly every budget, ranging from the $300,000-range to $2 million. Wouldn’t you and your family like to join Jeff and his neighbors in this most unique community? For more information about the homes available at Highland Gap, contact Sotheby’s International Realty Brokers Nancy Plate at (828) 226-0199, or Bert Mobley at (828) 200-0046 for more information.

BY MARY BETH BRODY | EDWARD JONES FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Retirement can be a good deal more comfortable by following the simple steps on this checklist.

o raise awareness about the importance of saving for retirement, Congress has dedicated Oct. 21-27 as National Retirement Security Week. And the evidence shows that increasing this awareness is indeed important. Consider this: Some 50 percent of households are considered at risk of not having enough money to maintain their living standards in retirement, according to the National Retirement Risk Index, produced by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College. What can you do to help yourself stay out of the “at risk” category? Here are a few suggestions: • Define what retirement security means to you. Everyone has different ideas about what a secure retirement looks like. You might feel that true security means being able to remain in your current home and live independently throughout your life. Or you might only feel secure if you know you can afford to travel or help your grown children or grandchildren financially. Once you’ve identified your own

vision of retirement security, you should be able to determine the financial resources you’ll need to reach your desired outcome. • Create an appropriate financial strategy. To achieve your idea of a secure retirement, you can’t just hope for the best – you need to create a comprehensive financial strategy, accounting for your various sources of retirement income: Social Security, pensions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, your investment portfolio and so on. You need to know how much you can expect from these sources, and how you can strengthen them. • Be diligent in your retirement savings. You could spend two or three decades as a retiree, so you’ll want to accumulate as many resources as you possibly can – and that means you’ll need to save and invest diligently during your working years. Put in as much as you can afford to your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan – and every time your salary goes up, try to increase your annual contributions. But you can also go beyond your employer-backed plan and contribute to an IRA. In all your retirement ac-

counts, you’ll want to include a reasonable percentage of growth-oriented investments, within the limits of your personal risk tolerance. • Establish an appropriate withdrawal strategy. Your retirement security isn’t just based on how much you’ve built up before you retire – it also depends on how you manage your assets and investment income during retirement. As you begin to take out money from your 401(k), IRA and other investment accounts, you need to establish a withdrawal rate appropriate for your age, retirement lifestyle, and asset level. If you take out too much each year, you risk outliving your resources, but if you withdraw too little, you might be short-changing yourself on your quality of life. You may want to work with a financial professional, who can review your entire situation – income, expenses, and so on – and recommend an appropriate annual withdrawal figure. These aren’t the only keys to attaining retirement security – but they can still help you move toward that goal. Keep them in mind as the years go by.

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A VIEWTIFUL COMMUNITY BY WILEY SLOAN

The pristine beauty of Whitewater Ridge at Waddle Mountain offers a chance to live amidst unspoiled nature.

ome explore the beauty of this unique, gated residential community in Transylvania County, North Carolina, just a short drive from Cashiers and Sapphire. With elevations from 3,400 to 3,800, the views of Whiteside Mountain and the foothills of South Carolina including Lakes Jocassee and Keowee are mesmerizing. Surrounded on three sides by the Nantahala National Forest, homeowners live in natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paradise. Comprised of 285 acres of pristine natural beauty, the Whitewater Ridge com-

munity is home to people who love nature and who value their privacy. With only 45 homesites, each averaging approximately 4.5 acres, residents enjoy nature while having neighbors just a short jaunt away. Underground utilities and a private water system ensure carefree living. Travel the paved roads, laugh with your grandchildren as they fish in Sandy Gap Pond, join your neighbors for picnics in the Property Owners Park and revel in the tranquility of the area . Homeowners from South Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana, even as far

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away as Texas, call Whitewater Ridge home. Waddle Mountain has a long and varied history since the initial tract was deeded from the State of North Carolina to a private family in 1893. For the next 100-plus years, a variety of owners called Waddle Mountain home. They hunted, they fished and raised their families surrounded by the beauty of these unspoiled mountains. In 1998 a group of South Carolina nature lovers acquired the property and set out to create the community you see today. Careful attention was paid to preserving the

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uniqueness of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural beauty. Whitewater Ridge at Waddle Mountain is a development with large estate-size lots. Decade old trees sway in the cool summer breezes as rhododendron and mountain laurel grow beside large evergreens. Imagine taking a short walk along the community trails until you reach the Whitewater River. Let your eyes feast on the water of the falls or try your skills at fly-fishing. Dip your feet in the cool water as you laze in the sun or read a book. A number of homesites are still available for purchase. Wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you cherish time with your family in this tranquil setting surrounded by national forest? For more information about Whitewater Ridge at Waddle Mountain, call Betsy Paul at Betsy Paul Properties in Cashiers, NC at (828)-506-4093 or visit betsypaulproperties.com.

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WONDERFUL WALLOPERS

BY DONNA RHODES | ILLUSTRATION BY NORMA JEAN ZAHNER

The lessons imparted by Mrs. Simpson have remained with Donna for her entire life. Despite her best efforts.

veryone has a legendary teacher in his/her history. Mine was Mrs. Simpson. She taught Latin when Latin was still cool. Should a student have the audacity to call Latin a dead language, she’d go all Vesuvial on their ashes. Mrs. Simpson was a force to be reckoned with, all 86 pounds of her. As a sophomore, not yet a solo driver, I had to endure the humiliation of being taken to school by a doting, kissing, waving mother. Adding to my mortification, no matter how I timed it, we’d inevitably wind up behind Mrs. Simpson in her 1948 Plymouth tank. Three white hairs teetering atop her balding head and gnarly knuckles reaching up to steer the wheel were all we could see through her rear window. She

thundered down miles of single-lane Summerlin Avenue traffic at a cheek-flapping 15 mph. Later, in class Mrs. Simpson would tell us about the dreams she had of Julius Caesar when he’d gallop up on his white steed, Genitor, and whisk her away for a magnificent quest. She was never specific about what those quests involved, but the far-away look in her eye and the lascivious leer on her face … well, it was something my eyes and ears could never un-see, un-hear, though I’ve tried. Apollo knows I’ve tried. Looking back, I ask myself what I gained from my Latin experience. For all the hours spent translating Caesar’s accounts of his victories in Gaul, this is what I remember: O civile si ergo

Fortibus es in ero O nobile deus trux Votis inem causan dux Homophonic translation: “Oh, see, Willie. See her go. Forty busses in a row.” “Oh, no, Willie, dey is trucks.” “What is in ‘em?” “Cows and ducks.” The older I get, the more I reflect on the characters I’ve been lucky enough to bang into on this crazy planet. Not so much their ordinarities (sic), but their oddities and the walloping tales they told. For in the end, isn’t that all we take with us … our wild, wonderful, walloping tales of heroes and conquests and trysts and romances and a spinster Latin teacher galloping off into the sunset with the Emperor of Rome.

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A LIFE AS A WORK OF ART BY EMILY CROWELL

Chip Robert’s message resonates through the years and finds new voice in Susan Robert’s biography of his storied life: “Live life as though you’re creating a work of art.”

thought I was going to write an article promoting a book. This, it turns out, is an article promoting art as a way of life. “What?” you may be asking. That’s what I said to myself when I learned that local artist Susan Robert wrote “The Man Who Loved Georgia Tech,” about her husband’s grandfather, Lawrence Wood “Chip” Robert, Jr. Chip Jr. was a dynamic, fascinating man who shaped the progress of the South and whose story would be lost to recorded history had Susan not taken a studious interest in it. In her introduction to the book, which she describes as “…a recollection from reading [his] papers,” Susan writes, “…every life tells a story. Some lives tell more than one story. But every now and then, a person appears whose narrative is so compelling and filled with such action and adventure that,

although their time on the Earth has ended, the story of their life continues to resonate long after they have gone.” She calls Chip’s life a work of art—and this is where I begin to understand why she, as an artist, took such an interest in him. I got together with Susan to talk about the book and we ended up talking about the artistic process. Susan is an artist—a “strident” painter of landscapes whose studio in the woods is stacked with art books and sketchbooks and canvases in various stages of completion. She, like Chip, is a creative thinker and a risk-taker. Susan emphatically believes that art is about the process, not the product. “Lately, I am thinking more about the oft-repeated saying that ‘Art imitates Life,’” Susan says. “This is particularly true concerning the importance of ‘process’ both in art and in life.

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For the true Artist, everything is process…all the thinking, all the experimenting and risktaking, all the effort. The entire creative endeavor is about the process rather than the product. This is also true in our lives. The real ‘product’ of the life we make is only ever reached by the ‘process’ of the journey and the chances we are willing to take.” Chip’s life was a “constant seamless work” in this vein, and she hopes that anyone who reads about him will realize they can make their own lives the same, no matter what their interest. All his papers are in the process of being digitized at Rose Library at Emory University and will be freely available to the public and potential biographers. Susan’s visual art is on display at the Carolina Gallery in Highlands, as well as Brickworks Gallery in Atlanta and Ann Connelly Fine Art in Baton Rouge.

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT AL BRADY

A NEEDED ADVOCATE BY JENNY KING

The Counseling and Psychotherapy Center of Highlands offers quality mental health care for everyone in the community.

he Counseling and Psychotherapy Center of Highlands has been serving our community since 2012. It’s located in the Peggy Crosby Center on South Fifth Street and its mission is to provide counseling and psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, families, and children on a sliding fee scale. The fee scale takes into account client financial resources and the cost is based on the client’s ability to pay. This is made possible by funding obtained by grants from the Cullasaja Women’s Organization, the Rotary Club of Highlands, the Highlands ABC Board, the Episcopal and Presbyterian Churches, and private donations. The Board Chair is Al Brady who is a vo-

cal advocate for both the center and the need for behavioral and mental health care in Highlands. As a counselor, Brady understands there can be many obstacles preventing someone from seeking therapy and he doesn’t want distance to be one of them. “I know there can be a lot of things that keep people from getting the help they need: money, time, distance, and certainly privacy,” he explains. “Since we’re located in the Peggy Crosby Center, no one has to worry about having their car seen parked in front of a mental health center. We work on a sliding scale, so money shouldn’t be an issue, either.” The staff members at the center work in

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a variety of modalities, are licensed, and available to help in any situation. There are therapists who assist couples and individuals, adolescents, and children over the age of two. The center also has a pastoral counselor, an addiction specialist, as well as a registered play therapist who sees children in a dedicated playroom. If you have any concerns about getting help, don’t let cost or distance be a factor in your decision. Their services are available to residents of the Highlands and Cashiers communities and adjacent areas. For more information, call the Counseling and Psychotherapy Center of Highlands at (828) 526-0304. Your call is totally confidential.

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GETTING STABLE WITH HORSES BY SUE BLAIR CARPE DIEM FARMS

Sometimes learning to ride a horse is a lesson in courage.

ver the last 26 years I’ve had a lot of opportunities to work with a wide variety of children and adults. There have been nearly 4,000 in camps, workshops, private lessons, after school programs, internships, and more. In all of those experiences there have only been four – two adults, two children – whose fear of horses was paralyzing and their determination to overcome it was relentless. My experiences have shown me that on the other side of fear is tremendous joy. It’s a matter of getting there. A man recently called to ask for my help. Friends had invited him and his wife to their dude ranch in Wyoming. The activities would include a trail ride and his wife was so afraid of horses that she wanted to stay home! He asked if I could help her past her fears. It all began with her willingness, desire, and courage. She shared that she had never been

able to walk in a stable much less get up close and personal with a horse. Baby steps would lead her on her journey, mustering all her courage she turned Pam Burge on Mercedes her fear into respect and understanding. Experiential learning if we don’t stretch our fear muscles, allow our with horses – thousandplus-pound creatures, prey animals looking hearts to open, experience the possibilities for their escape route at all times – is about and opportunities that abound, and push through to joy! teaching relationship building. A metaphor For 26 years the horses of Carpe Diem Farms for everything we do in our lives. With a pair of two-hour sessions she learned first to breathe have given individuals of all ages the opportunity to do just that. It is my daily gift to watch and then to relate, not react. It was magical to experience through her eyes her fears melting it all unfold. She is on her way to Wyoming with courage, away and her joy taking over. We never know what we can accomplish understanding, confidence, and a joyful heart to experience her first trail ride. Happy Trails!

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HELPING HANDS BY DONN GASH FOREVER FARM

The success of Forever Farm and the lives of its animal charges is predicated upon basic human kindness.

olunteers are a key part of most any nonprofit organization, but are especially important to animal welfare groups. The volunteers at the Friends For Life Forever Farm are no exception. The Forever Farm has a hardworking, dedicated staff who do a tremendous job taking care of our animal residents’ basic care. These duties include cleaning, feeding, and dispensing medications. And while volunteers are certainly allowed to assist with these tasks, we primarily utilize our volunteers for socialization and enrichment. Outside of basic needs, our residents crave nothing more than positive attention and companionship from humans. Simple tasks like exercising, play, brushing, and

petting can make an immeasurable difference. Even the simple act of sharing their space and talking to them can pay huge dividends. A gentle word can be as healing as any medicine. Certainly, socialization can be of great benefit to anxious or shy animals, and in making them less fearful of new people and places, potentially helping to make them more adoptable. But even the most outgoing, confident pets still benefit from the connection between themselves and humans. We feel like we’ve got some of the most dedicated volunteers around. From those who have been helping for years, to those who have been with us a short time, they’ve continually shown themselves to be a crucial part of what makes the Forever Farm suc-

cessful. But what’s the benefit to you or anyone interested in volunteering at the farm? For starters, it’s good for you. Emotionally, physically, and mentally. It’s actually scientifically proven that spending time with pets helps to lower your blood pressure and stress levels. It’s also incredibly gratifying. You can see the difference you’re making in real time. You see the the joy and love in the eyes of our residents when you show up to volunteer. Volunteering is an amazing way to help, while filling your heart at the same time. If you’re interested in volunteering or in contributing to the mission of Friends for Life, visit our website at friendsforlife.foreverfarm. org or call (828) 508-2460. Our mailing ad-

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MAKING A SPLASH BY ELIZABETH SPAULDING BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS

Lasting bonds are formed during trips to aquariums and ordinary interactions.

olphins and Whales and Sharks, Oh My! As a kickoff to school starting this fall, both BBBS of Cashiers and of Highlands took trips to aquariums. BBBS of Cashiers explored the Tennessee Aquarium, whereas BBBS of Highlands opted for the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. Both of these trips proved to be a really fun, educational, and engaging group outing for our participants. For most, this was their very first visit to an aquarium, and their awe of the ocean life was rewarding to witness. The highlight of the trip to the Georgia Aquarium was the dolphin show, where our Littles chose to sit in the “soak zone.” Three quarters through the show, their ex-

citement about the soak zone waned as they had yet to get splashed even a single time. However, in the last 5 minutes of the show, the dolphins went into full splash attack, leaving us soaked from head to toe! The Littles beamed with delight from having gotten soaked by the dolphins to the point of their shoes spewing water with each step they took. It made for a very memorable and noteworthy story to share with everyone upon our return. Both Highlands and Cashiers branches engage the BBBS group in enrichment activities several times throughout the year. One of the wonderful things about mentoring through BBBS is that there are many opportunities and support provided to

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gain access to experiences that they otherwise would not have accessed. The engagement in new experiences Littles have with their mentor is something that helps to build self-confidence, create higher aspirations for themselves, and focus on what they are capable of. We’re always looking for additional mentors of all ages who would like to commit to being a part of a child’s life. Both Cashiers and Highlands branches offer site-based and community-based programs that allow our volunteers flexibility and fun. If you want to learn more about mentoring through BBBS, please contact Elizabeth Spaulding at cashiers@bbbswnc.org.

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FOREVER FAMILY REUNION BY DAVID STROUD CASHIERS-HIGHLANDS HUMANE SOCIETY

Adopted pets and their owners are invited to the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society’s Fourth Annual Forever Family Reunion, Saturday, October 13 in Highlands.

ave you given a Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society shelter pet a forever home? Then you are invited to our Fourth Annual CHHS Forever Family Reunion! Bring your CHHS alumni pet and come mingle with fellow CHHS Adopting Angels at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street in Highlands on Saturday, October 13, from 1:00-3:00 P.M. for an afternoon of family fun. Admission is free! Our Forever Family Reunion is also celebrating our 31st anniversary of saving lives and finding forever homes. There will be free commemorative pet bandanas, fun-filled games and contests, raffle prizes, live music by Steve Johannessen, and human-and-pet caricature por-

The 2017 3nd annual CHHS Forever Family Reunion. Photo by Marty Boone.

traits by the amazing artist Brett Brown. And we are all going to gather together for a great big ol’ family group photo! Don’t have a CHHS shelter pet? We can help with that! For anyone attending the event “empty-handed”, the CHHS H.E.A.R.T. of North Carolina mobile adoption/rescue vehicle will be there with adorable, adoptable shelter pets looking for their new forever home. We will be hosting adoptions that day on-site, and you can become the newest member of the CHHS Forever Family! CHHS Adopting Angels, CHHS alumni pets, and anyone interested in adopting a current CHHS shelter pet are all welcome to come join the fun! Pets must be well-behaved, up- to-date on vaccinations and on

a non-retractable leash at all times. Established in 1987, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal shelter that receives no state or county tax dollars, and no funding from any national animal organization. CHHS is located at 200 Gable Drive in Sapphire, one-and-a-half miles east of the Cashiers Ingles in between Cedar Creek Club and Lonesome Valley on Highway 64. Our shelter is open 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday. For more information, visit us online at CHhumanesociety.org or call CHHS at (828)743-5752. Tax-deductible donations to support our lifesaving work can be mailed to: CHHS, P.O. Box 638, Cashiers, NC 28717.

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SHARE SOME PEGGY POWER BY WILEY SLOAN

The Peggy Crosby Center relies upon a far-reaching network of generous donors to continue its community commitment.

ne of the hidden gems of Highlands is The Peggy Crosby Center, home to 13 non-profit organizations and service-oriented businesses. To help these agencies, The PCC keeps the tenants’ rents low. Rents only cover the operational expenses of the Center. Thus, the PCC must rely on donations to underwrite the capital improvements needed to maintain the building. Each fall the Peggy Crosby board sends personalized letters to past donors and friends requesting their support. This campaign, named Peggy’s Heroes, recognizes donors by defined giving levels and acknowledges their generosity. Just as residents of the Plateau visit the Center for a variety of reasons, so each of Peggy’s Heroes has a different motivation for supporting the fundraising campaign. Let’s explore some of their reasons for supporting the PCC. “The Peggy Crosby Center provides excellent facilities at belowmarket rents in support of non-profits and entrepreneurs. I support the Center because small businesses and non-profits are critical to the Highlands community,” says businessman Earle Mauldin, a seasonal Highlands resident. “The Hack Foundation has supported the Peggy Crosby Center since 2004, particularly to help with renovations and to maintain the below-market rents. PCC provides a valuable service to area nonprofits by providing attractive, convenient, and affordable space for offices, programs, and meetings. The Literacy Council, Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust, the Counseling Center, and others could not provide free services to the plateau without the facilities provided by PCC.” — The Hack Foundation, Inc., a local private charitable foundation. “Because my offices are in the Peggy Crosby Center, I can afford to offer sliding scale fee services while maintaining an adult office, as well as a fully-equipped therapy play room for the children of our community.” — Anne L. Koenig , Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist.. “As a dedicated resource available for the housing of community-oriented organizations, the Peggy Crosby facility stands alone. The administration of the Center has been outstanding – making enhancements that have enabled its non-profits to reach out to others with dignity, caring and professionalism.” — Lindy ColsonHarrison, Co-Chair of Cullasaja Women’s Outreach 2018 Grants Committee. The CWO has funded grants to PCC for many years. Peggy’s Heroes are people from all walks of life. Donations range from $50 to $249 for the level called “Friends of the Peggy” to those donors in the top level who give $5,000 or more, making up the “Franklinia Club.” Won’t you join your friends and neighbors by sending your tax-deductible donation to: Peggy Crosby Center, 348 South Fifth Street, Highlands, NC 28741? For more information, call (828) 526-9938. All donations are greatly appreciated.

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HIGHLANDS ROTARY BY JANE JERRY HIGHLANDS ROTARY CLUB

The Rotary Club of Highlands’ triumphant Twilight 5K Race was a windfall for the Counseling and Psychotherapy Center.

otarian Diane McPhail was filled with pride when she pulled the trigger to start the 2018 Twilight 5K Race sponsored by the Rotary Club of Highlands. A moment earlier she’d been surrounded by nine young runners from the Athens Academy Cross Country Team, including her twin grandsons, Logan and Elliot. “I remember the day I gave two ‘Happy Dollars’ at Rotary, in honor of my pregnant daughter, Melissa, having just learned she was having twins,” she remembered. “And now look! They are 16 years old and as soon as they heard about the 5K, they not only wanted to run, they wanted to invite their Athens teammates.” “Diane became deeply involved with

Rotarian Diane McPhail (center) with grandsons Logan Williamson (left) and Elliot Williamson (right) along with members of the Athens Academy Cross Country Team. the race this year, when we decided to make the Counseling and Psychotherapy Center the primary recipient of our funds,” Race Chairman Derek Taylor said. With funding generated by the Twilight 5K, the center will be able to increase its services for children and teens with the addition of two new qualified counselors, with focus on work with youth and children, Tracey Stribling and Melanie Norman. Both have experience in this area and look forward to creating classes and workshops on a variety of topics including substance abuse prevention, healthy relationships, communications skills, and dealing with everyday stresses adolescents encounter.

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This year, 314 runners competed in the race, which raised $25,0 0 0 for the Counseling and Psychotherapy Center, where McPhail is a board member. “Our Board raises funds to provide fee supplements for our therapists so that services are available on a sliding scale fee to all who need them,” McPhail said. “We are proud that we now provide counseling for individuals, families, children, teenagers, couples and elders. In fact, we are the only organization in our area with a counselor – Anne Koenig – who is especially trained in play therapy for children.“ CPCH’s offices are located in The Peggy Crosby Center. For more information about its services call (828) 482- 0304.

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FROM START TO FINAL STRETCH BY PHYLLIS RACINE

The nearly-impossible goal of constructing a Hospice House in the region is tantalizingly close to being a reality.

n 2012, the Board of Hospice House Foundation of WNC decided to embark on the Hospice House Campaign to raise $4.9 million for a hospice inpatient facility to serve hospice patients in our region who need inpatient care, respite care, and endof-life-care. A feasibility study was done to substantiate the great need for a Hospice House in our rural mountain region where 25 percent of the population is age 65 or older. This speaks volumes to the need for medical services tailored to the final years of life; yet, there are no hospice houses in this corner of Western North Carolina and Northeast Georgia. The closest hospice houses are well over an hour’s drive for the majority of people.

HHFWNC next sought to partner with a healthcare provider with whom they would jointly apply for a Certificate of Need. The arduous Certificate of Need process helps prevent unnecessary increases in health care costs and limits unnecessary health services and facilities based on geographic, demographic, and economic considerations. Four Seasons Compassion for Life, a hospice care provider serving 11 western counties of North Carolina, and HHFWNC mutually agreed to partner on this muchneeded endeavor. HHFWNC has raised $3,390,000 to date – nearly 70 percent of its $4,900,000 campaign goal. HHFWNC plans to break ground when $4 million has been raised

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and is working diligently to raise the additional $610,000 so that construction can start before winter sets in. HHFWNC President Michele Alderson and Campaign Steering Committee members invite the community to come tour the site of the future Hospice House in Franklin. “We know people will be touched by the beautiful setting that will surround hospice patients and their families of our region during one of life’s most profound passages,” says Alderson. To learn how you can help bring this important Hospice House project to completion or to schedule a tour, contact Alderson, at (828) 524-6375, email micheleralderson@ gmail.com or visit hhfwnc.org.

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HIGHLANDS CASHIERS LAND TRUST The good work of HighlandsCashiers Land Trust ensures the preservation of some of the Plateau’s most beautiful spots.

ou are enjoying autumn in the best place around, in our humble opinion. The Highlands-Cashiers Plateau has some of the most spectacular natural amenities and many of them are preserved by Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust! HCLT helps protect some of the area’s most iconic views. The jaw-dropping “Shadow of the Bear” at Rhodes Big View is a must see for many. It, as well as many of the peaks you see in the distance, are HCLT preserved. The Satulah Mountain Preserve, HCLT’s first protected property, stretching back to 1909, has near 270-degree views overlooking three states. Ravenel Park, home of Sunset Rock overlooking Highlands, is the go-to spot for picnics and sunsets.

Want a leisurely hike through the woods, stop by one of HCLT’s other public trails at Dixon Woods off Bowery Rd, the historic Kelsey Trail at the end of Fifth Street, or our newest trails at the Brushy Face Preserve off Hwy. 28. Though the land trust has more public properties in Highlands, we actually conserve more acreage in Jackson County. The Cashiers skyline is defined by Rock, Chimneytop, and Big Sheepcliff Mountains – all privately-owned and largely conserved with HCLT. Botanists have described our newest property as the best Appalachian meadow – McKinney Meadow. It preserves a portion of the historic 107 corridor and, as a haven for pollinators, is a stop on The Butterfly Highway.

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BY JULIE SCHOTT HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS LAND TRUST

While HCLT is host to several amazing public parks and trails, most of the over 3,000 acres we’ve preserved are private. Our most recent, High Knob, protects an additional 150 acres and was supported by funding from CTNC and through the O.S.I. Resilient Landscapes Initiative. Peter Howell, executive V.P. of the O.S.I, said, “O.S.I. is proud to have partnered with the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust to protect this land, once slated for development, which is an important inholding in the Nantahala National Forest.” HCLT is an accredited land trust and is proud to preserve what many call the oldest mountains in the world. To join us, visit hicashlt.org, email julie.hitrust@earthlink. net or call (828) 526-1111.

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INSPIRED SPACES BY MARY JANE MCCALL

(Left to Right) Rhett Smith: RS Custom Furnishings, Kerri Adkins: Owner, ACP Home Interiors, Bernard Molyneux: Owner, ACP Home Interiors

ACP Home Interiors offers an entire spectrum of looks for the well-appointed mountain home.

here’s something uniquely satisfying about a family business that embodies the American Dream and spans decades, keeping up with the everchanging business environment, and evolving with the times. One of Highlands’ newest businesses, ACP Home Interiors, personifies this successful family business venture that keeps up with their clients’ changing tastes and needs. Opened as Antiques and Country Pine in 1983 in Boca Raton, Florida, by Bernard Molyneux, ACP Home Interiors has kept their finger on the pulse of the interior design world, and moved from the country folk look of that decade into today’s home décor Nirvana. Today they have four locations: the latest in Highlands, in Westside Market in Atlanta, and two locations in Florida, one in Boca Raton and another in Delray Beach. Their showrooms today feature a modern yet classic feel reflecting a traditional look with just the right transitional touches of industrial flare and farmhouse chic. Soothing neutrals, wood, and iron, blend seamlessly with tasteful pops of color and texture, provide customers with everything they need to transform their living spaces. ACP Home Interiors offers an array of

items for your home, including home décor and accent pieces; luxurious bed linens; lighting; lamps; upholstery; throws; stools; fabric by the yard; window treatments; table tops; bedding, in stock and custom; mirrors; home fragrances; vases; candles; flameless candles, and original art. They also offer bathroom vanities. Kerri Adkins and her staff are also glad to work with contractors, homeowners and realtors to transform homes into show houses, and they are more than glad to offer onsite suggestions for updating and designing spaces that fit today’s lifestyles. Additionally, they have a great selection of furniture, including custom pieces by Rhett Smith of RS Custom Furnishings, whose individually crafted wood and steel pieces can be tailored to any look from rustic to transitional to modern. Add to that their stylish and whimsical personal accessories including scarves, purses, jewelry, and items for the pampered pet, and you have a must see shop. Located at 1990 Dillard Road in Highlands, ACP Home Interiors is open Monday from noon to 5:00 P.M.; Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 A.M. to - 5:00 P.M.; and Saturday from 10:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.. Their phone number is (828) 526-4500.

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BY STEPHANIE EDWARDS

The Cashiers Chamber’s new initiative seeks to attract a workforce that’ll keep things moving forward.

y promoting businesses and leading economic development initiatives throughout the year, the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce works to ensure commercial prosperity and high quality of life in our mountain communities. The Chamber is committed to “moving the needle” toward progress on workforce development -- recruitment, housing, training, and retention – which is key to successful economic development. “Workforce development is a complex challenge not only for us on the Plateau but across the state and the nation,” said Board President Debby Hattler of Hattler Properties. “In our local economy, we rely on many workers from elsewhere to fill both seasonal and year-round needs and we are still lacking a sufficient and qualified workforce.” Through communications with area accommodations, clubs, retailers, restaurants, trades and services, educational institutions, and other industries, the Chamber promotes Cashiers and surrounding communities as a prime workforce destination in

marketing and advertising. With a tagline of “Work Somewhere Awesome!,” it hopes to create a better understanding by job seekers of the unique and rewarding experiences available in the Cashiers area. Last year, the Chamber launched CashiersAreaJobs.com, an online resource for both job-seekers and employers as an exclusive member benefit. It also hosts an annual Cashiers Area Job Fair each spring, advertising to potential employees from Western Carolina University and other communities “down mountain” near the Plateau. The Chamber recently partnered with the Jackson County Tourism Development Authority to sponsor a Workforce Development Summit with stakeholders including government officials, regional organizations, major employers, educators and other subject matter experts. As a follow up to that meeting, chamber and TDA officials met with the Jackson County School Superintendent to support implementation of the National Restaurant & Lodging Association’s “ProStart” high school hospitality training curriculum in Blue Ridge School and Early College

and other public schools. Continued research is under way to leverage collective resources to expand housing diversity in the area and provide workers with affordable local housing options. Public-private ventures may be valuable possibilities for investment in multi-unit or other suitable short- and long-term accommodations. With improved public transportation, workers could enjoy a shorter, safer, and more enjoyable local commute. Ongoing outreach via social media, community banner displays, press publications, and email announcements keep Chamber members and the public updated on related workforce development opportunities. The Cashiers Area Chamber supports its members across the Plateau with a mission to provide extraordinary Leadership in the Cashiers Area as an Advocate for business, Information Source for the community, and Conduit for building destination awareness and responsible growth. For more information, visit CashiersAreaChamber.com, email info@CashiersAreaChamber.com, or call (828) 743-5191.

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LODGING AT THE LAURELWOOD INN BY DONNA RHODES

For Bob and Lise Dews, moving to Cashiers felt like coming home, the same feeling imparted to their guests at The Laurelwood Inn.

f you want a rustic mountain experience with all the modern conveniences look no further than the Laurelwood Inn, located near the Cashiers Crossroads. In 1995 Bob and Lise Dews purchased this beautiful lodge nestled in four acres of a wooded wonderland. Everywhere you look…the landscape, the porch, the mountains, the ponds, the gazebo… there’s an invitation to explore and enjoy. Rock away the city-bustle when you relax in a restful rocking chair on the Inn’s spacious front porch. Sing along with the cicadas. On a chilly evening, snuggle up by the fireplace and listen to the evening sounds. The Dews’ Cashiers saga began when Bob quit his corporate job to spend more

time with his twin daughters. The family set its sights on The Laurelwood Inn and never looked back. It didn’t take long for Cashiers to feel like home. A big draw was the town’s environmental consciousness. In fact, the Dews have their own mini-village green, an acre of meadow where kids and pets can run and play Frisbee, catch, and tag while parents socialize and enjoy the delicious cuisine and palate-pleasing craft beers at the brewery. “It was a little tricky adapting to the seasonology of the region,” says Dews. “Our solution was to expand into the shoulders of the season with vacation packages for every pocketbook.” Those packages include several lodging choices starting with the original beautifully-updated motel rooms.

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There are also suites with two bedrooms and a free-standing cabin for those who enjoy private pampering. Couple that with the phenomenal on-site, working brewery and world-class entertainment, and you’re in the midst of a triple-wow happening. Because of the Inn’s town-friendly location, guests can walk to Buck’s, Randevu, The Farmer’s Market, the Village Green, Shops at Cashiers Commons and many other Cashiers points of interest. You’ll find room at the Inn, room that will suit your budget and tickle your fancy, your tastebuds (your craft beer and food cravings at their Whiteside Brewing Co. next door), and your love of Green. Visit laurelwoodinncashiers.com. or call (800) 346-6846 or (828) 743-9939.

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SIGNAL RIDGE MARINA BY A.J. STEWART

Thanks to the services of Signal Ridge Marina, Lake Glenville is the perfect vantage point for the majesty of a Mountain Autumn.

ctober is by far my favorite month on the Plateau. The air is cool and crisp, and the mountains are carpeted in the most spectacular array of color. I love watching the season fade from the luscious green of summer to the golden red of autumn. Even better than seeing the colors from the scenic highways and secluded hiking trails is seeing it from Lake Glenville. Seeing the vibrant colors reflected on the water doubles its glory. No one knows that better than the family and crew at Signal Ridge Marina. Situated right on Highway 107 in Glenville, Signal Ridge Marina is the largest and only full-service marina on Lake

Glenville. For 25 years, this family-owned and operated marina has been helping residents and visitors alike explore and discover all that Lake Glenville has to offer. You can rent one of their 16 boats and cruise around the 26 miles of coastline and the changing leaves that line it. For those willing to brave a closer proximity to the water, you can also rent kayaks and canoes for a more intimate encounter with the beauty of nature. In recent years, Lake Glenville has seen a rise in the number of private boats and docks along its shores as more and more seasonal visitors take the plunge to become full time residents. If you are taking

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your family out on your boat to enjoy the last few days of the season, Signal Ridge offers gas sales to fuel your excursions. “Gas sales have almost doubled from past years,” says owner Donnie Shuey. “This year we have pumped close to 45,0 0 0 gallons of fuel.” When it comes to pack it up for the winter, Signal Ridge also offers storage and service for your boat. Signal Ridge will close its rental office on October 27, the last Saturday. They will reopen on the first Monday in April of 2019. The service office is open yearround. Enjoy the gentle waters of Lake Glenville while you can, before old man winter settles in.

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TAKE BACK YOUR PORCH BY TRACY MCCOY

othing is worse than returning to your mountain or lake home to find half an inch of yellow pollen covering your entire porch. So instead of enjoying it, you spent a day cleaning it. Dust, pollen, wind, rain and bugs are inevitable in the spring, summer, and fall. So what’s the solution? Call Porch Living 24/7/365 and let them show you their innovative product line that can solve all, yes all, of your problems. Well, maybe not all of them, but your porch problems they can solve. I recently visited Cathy Walker’s home near Lake Burton. Cathy has a beautiful screened porch with lovely outdoor furniture. She has a fireplace, grilling porch and a deck with a gorgeous view of the mountains and lake. Cathy faced the same issues we have discussed here and she began to search for an answer. What she found was a product that could make her porch usable all year, it kept the rain and pollen out, the bright fabrics and rugs protected from the sun’s harmful rays. It was easy to use, versatile, custom and yet very affordable. She had it installed on her porch and she couldn’t quit talking about it. Cathy decided to make it available to her friends around the lake and surrounding area by becoming a

Sales Consultant for the product. Kurt Cannon, a seasoned builder with 30plus years in the building industry, was so taken with the product, he joined Cathy in the business and the two formed a company called Porch Living 24/7/365. I had to see it for myself. I couldn’t understand how the product worked. “It nests” Cathy told me, “and in an instant your closed up, secure porch transforms into a screened porch for you to enjoy. When you are ready, you push down or up on the panels and in no time it is all closed up, secure and clean. No more covering furniture or lugging the cushions in to keep them clean. No more days spent cleaning that nasty pollen and dust off of your furnishings only to find it again the next day.” I was honestly amazed by how many options you have with these panels and how sturdy they are. Challenged to put my fist through it, I tried and even though it stretched to show the print where my hand was, the 10-mil vinyl rebounded in seconds. The strong aluminum frames come in a variety of colors to complement your porch. The vinyl panels, clear as glass, never obstruct your view. Honestly, I was amazed. Kurt being on board

is a huge asset with his custom building experience. In fact, Kurt has such an eye for form and function that he has even found ways to maximize space and add functionality for their customers. This team is pretty remarkable – it doesn’t take long to see how well they work together. It’s obvious that finding solutions to transform your porch into livable space that you can enjoy is what drives them. Cathy is still as in love with this product as the day it was installed at her own home. Whether it is a new build, a remodel or just an upgrade, Porch Living 24/7/365 is the solution everyone has been looking for. They are typically in and out in a day and you can enjoy your porch that evening. Showcase porches are available for you to see or you can visit The Fireplace on Main Street in Clayton, Georgia, just adjacent to The Universal Joint. Porch Living has a life-size porch set up there. You have to see it to believe it. Don’t spend another day cleaning your porch, it’s time to enjoy Porch Living 24/7/365. Their past customers are elated and they want to share their stellar testimonials with you. Call Cathy Walker at (770) 765-7714 or Kurt Cannon (706) 490-1490 or rabunbuilders.com and click on the Porch Living tab.

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$272,5 0 0

If peace, quiet and privacy are your goals, this may be the place! High elevation, newer construction & immaculately maintained. 2BR(+bonus rm)/2.5BA open plan home, furnished & ready to move in. On 2.47 acres that are bordered by active streams. MLS# 86494

Well-built & beautifully maintained 2BR/2.5BA cottage enjoys end of cul-de-sac privacy on almost an acre! Wrap around deck leads to a peaceful screened porch across the back of the home. Vaulted wood ceilings, many windows, and upstairs loft. MLS# 85724

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$2 2 5,0 0 0

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CA S H I E R S I N -T O W N

$1,15 0,0 0 0

Private custom-built 3BR/4.5BA home on 7 gently rolling acres includes stream-beds, walkways, and arbors. The striking beauty of the grounds mirror perfectly the incredible comfort and livable layout of the home. The main level is designed with full exposure to the elements, windows everywhere; easy flow to all outdoor areas; decks and porches abound; an open kitchen, center island, farm table dining, and family room flow; and the master suite. MLS# 86915

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L ANCE WOOD

$ 59 0,0 0 0

$ 410,0 0 0

Charming vintage farmhouse with a root cellar out-building set on over 11 acres of gently rolling land. The parcel boasts wide frontage along Highway 107 in Glenville, NC. Possible commercial development opportunities in addition to residential use. MLS# 87790

Vintage 1950s farm house cottage with a spacious living room, high ceiling, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and walk-in pantry. The main house has 2BR and detached garage has studio apartment on the 2nd floor. Seasonal views of Sheep Cliff and Lance’s Lake. MLS# 87793

LIT TLE TERRAPIN

BEE TREE RIDGE

$2 2 0,0 0 0

Two Lots — incredible views! Whiteside Mountain and many other layered mountains at over 4,000’ elevation. Lot 1... 2.2 acres, 4BR septic evaluation on file, offering one of the best views in the area. Lot 16... 1.28 acres, also with great mountain views. MLS# 85580

KEVEN HAWKINS 917.209.0679 (c) keven@cashiers.com

$ 8 9,9 0 0

Enjoy partial lake and mountain views from this gently rolling lot in Bee Tree Ridge. Just minutes from Lake Glenville. MLS# 87897

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MLS# 89318 $2,750 , 0 0 0 —

WA D E H A M P TO N GOLF CLUB

This magnificent home is located on the 7th tee of the Wade Hampton Golf Club course. The interior is styled with chic clean finishes that are both warm and refreshing. The home’s main level features large great room with stone fireplace, chef’s gourmet kitchen, and a lovely dining room. Also, on the main level is the master bedroom suite and a guest bedroom suite with its own private loft area. Two beautiful guest suites are located on the upper level along with a cozy sitting area. The lower level features a family room with fireplace, pool table area, wet bar, golf room and two guest bedrooms. A lovely outdoor porch is located just off the great room and dining room and sitting and dining areas and soothing sounds of the nearby creek. From the two-car garage, one can enter the home through a spacious laundry room and pantry just off the kitchen. This home sits on a level lot on the golf course within walking distance of the clubhouse. Beautiful perennial low-maintenance landscaping surrounds it, complete with a small lawn area and dog fence. At approximately 6000 heated sq. ft. this home is a perfect family home that lends itself to the creation of many happy memories. A must see!

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Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this home nestled in the woods offers ultimate privacy and peace. A beautiful covered bridge spans three rainy day streams and leads to the front door where one is greeted by the warmth and casual mountain sophistication this home exudes. The spacious great room with its vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling dry stacked masonry fireplace, and walls of windows is both cozy and expansive. It flows beautifully onto the screened porch overlooking gorgeous views of Wade Hampton’s 2nd, 3rd and 4th golf holes and the mountains beyond. The porch offers vaulted ceilings with horizontal beam accents and a stacked stone fireplace. Just off the other side of the great room is a lovely stone terrace garden surrounded by peaceful forest and native plantings. The kitchen is the perfect size with elegant style and appointments fit for a chef and style fit for a designer. Just off the kitchen in its own little “cove” sits the dining area that overlooks the golf course and the mountain views. Beautiful master bedroom and cozy den/ library on the main level offers plenty of main level living space. The bright lower level features tall ceilings, great views from each bedroom and a charming family room. A two-car carport complete with storage and lovely perennial low-maintenance landscaping complete this perfect home package.

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S I LV E R R U N R OA D

$2,4 5 0,0 0 0

State of the art farm/estate including main house & guest house with Silver Run Creek running through the property. The main house, completed 2013, offers current clean styling, 3BR/2.5BA, beautiful sun room, and large lower level game room. 2BR/1BA remodeled guest house just a short walk from the main house. Property adjoins nature conservancy and includes 2 stocked ponds, rolling fenced pastures, barn, exceptional Whiteside and surrounding mountain views, and extensive river rock hardscape including a large fire-pit. MLS# 87637

WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$2,9 9 5,0 0 0

This 5BR/7.5BA mountain estate is surrounded by mature landscape plantings and features a double covered carport. The central entry is flanked with stone columns and is covered by a post and beam gable roof which leads to the front door opening onto an entry hall. The great room has a vaulted ceiling with massive post and beam trusses and two stone fireplaces, opening onto two porches. The house is a Tim Greene design at its best. The interior is bathed in warm tones of rich pine floors and clear pine vertical paneling. MLS# 88820

SOLD!

WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$2,59 5,0 0 0

Gorgeous home in Wade Hampton overlooking the golf course and peeking at Chimneytop Mountain. Built in 2016-17 this home offers exceptional finishes and appeal. The bright elegant living room features a full wall of steel and glass windows. Nano doors between the kitchen and outdoor living space, open fully to create the perfect flow between the large outdoor screened porch and the beautiful bright chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen. MLS# 87516

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C H AT T O O G A C LU B

$1,0 9 5,0 0 0

A charming, one of a kind mountain home built from Appalachian log timbers reclaimed from old settlersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cabins. Utterly unique, its exposed beams, old wood paneling and four wood-burning fireplaces give it the feel of a real cabin, but with great light, space and amenities. MLS# 88263

HIGH HAMP TON

$ 979,0 0 0

Charming home in Heaton Forest of High Hampton! Three bedrooms on the main level. From the large screened porch, dining room, and living room you see Chimney Top Mountain and golf course views. Two large fireplaces, one in the living room and one on the large screened porch, make two perfect cozy relaxing mountain settings. Very inviting entrance with a large gravel driveway and a beautiful flower garden along the gravel walkway. MLS# 89215

L AKEFRONT HOME

$ 9 5 0,0 0 0

This lovely Lake Glenville lakefront home was built in 2004 and is move in ready! Located conveniently on the southeastern area of Lake Glenville, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just 8-10 minutes from the center of Cashiers. Master on main level, guest rooms on upper and lower level, family/game room, spacious deck with fireplace, and a beautiful lakefront dock. A perfect lakefront home priced under one million...must see! MLS# 88915

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HIGH ME ADOWS

$ 8 6 9,0 0 0

This lovely home is in High Meadows, a gated community just minutes from Cashiers, Wade Hampton Golf Club, Chattooga Club, and High Hampton. The home offers a well designed floor plan with 3 bedrooms/3.5 baths and spacious bright living areas with large windows and plenty of natural light. Two covered decks & beautiful mountain views are the perfect place to enjoy beautiful sunrises and the cool mountain temperatures. MLS# 88514

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H O L LY F O R E S T

$75 0,0 0 0

Charming 4BR/3.5BA home overlooking lovely mountain views! Wall of windows and cozy fireplace in living room, main level master suite with private porch. Upstairs is a bright relaxing loft and office area. Lower level family room & wet bar. MLS# 86666

BALD ROCK

$1,5 0 0,0 0 0

A handsome Equestrian estate with 3BR/3.5BA mountain rustic home on 6.55 acres overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. 3-Stall custom, top-ofthe-line barn with pastures and arena make this an equestrian loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paradise. MLS# 86905

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ARROWHE AD

CA S H I E R S I N -T O W N

$79 9,0 0 0

Cozy and spacious cottage with vaulted great room, beautiful masonry stone fireplaces, and large Carolina porch overlooking the beautiful Chimney Garden in Arrowhead community. Master bedroom on main level and 2 spacious guest suites upstairs. MLS# 88754

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$ 6 9 9,0 0 0

School House Cottages – Enjoy this lovely brand new 3BR/3.5BA cottage in-town. These cottages surround a large meadow and green space. Features include 2 stacked stone fireplaces, stain pine flooring, master on the main level and so much more! MLS# 88408

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HIGH ME ADOWS

$ 5 49,0 0 0

An ideal “lock and leave” home providing warm inviting spaces for entertaining and so much charm for a quiet relaxing getaway. Emphasis of natural light, an impressive floor to ceiling stacked stone fireplace in living room & cozy screened porch. MLS# 87392

$ 474,0 0 0

Adorable cottage located in an exceptional gated community close to town. 3 bedrooms with master on main level, vaulted great room with window wall looking out over a large lawn. Two spacious guest suites upstairs. Covered screened porch with fireplace. MLS# 88842

LOTS & L AND MOUNTAINTOP Lot E-41 Greenfield Drive

2.52 acres

$1,500,000

1.8 acres

$1,200,000

MLS# 88606

WADE HAMPTON Lot D-11 Cherokee Trace MLS# 88873

CHATTOOGA CLUB Lot 2 Gorge Trail Road

3.22 acres

$950,000

1.3 acres

$749,000

1.79 acres

$500,000

MLS# 81051

C E DA R C R E E K W O O D S

MOUNTAINTOP Lot 158 Buckhorn Way

$ 4 49,0 0 0

MLS# 84996

Cute cottage in Cedar Creek Woods is just a short walk to the lake and clubhouse! Great short-range mtn. views and frontage on the Horsepasture river. Master on main level. Spacious vaulted great room and open kitchen dining area. Covered porches on the front/back. MLS# 87934

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R I L E Y M O U N TA I N FA R M MLS# 88507 / $4,100,000 8 B R / 6 B A / 2 H B A (3 HOMES) This stunning estate was host to the Cashiers Designer Showhouse in 2013, “Serenity Acres,” and many claim it was the best site ever! With over 39 acres of fenced and cross fenced pasture land, trees, water features and trails, this privately gated property seems light years from the bustle, but is only 3.5 miles to the center of Cashiers and has zero road noise! Buildings include beautifully remodeled 3-4BR main house with living room flanked by two enormous stone fireplaces, gorgeous new kitchen and fine mountain-current architectural detailing such as custom iron stair rails and reclaimed Oak wood floors. Nearby, the 2BR/2BA “southern living” style Guest House is complete with stone fireplace, full kitchen and laundry. The 2BR/2BA Bunk House could also be used for a great home office. And oh, what a magnificent barn! Beautifully set up for horses... but based on its highquality construction, placement on the property and view, this structure could be transformed into an outstanding new estate home! Fantastic views of Laurel Knob and Cow Rock Mountain can be seen from all the major buildings and pastures. Property adjoins the Lonesome Valley neighborhood. PICTURED HERE: MAIN HOUSE INTERIORS AND GUEST HOUSE EXTERIOR

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C H A R M I N G V I E W C O T TAG E I N WA D E H A M P T O N

$ 9 9 5,0 0 0

This charming cottage has great curb appeal and one of the best long-range mountain views in the neighborhood. Open living space invites conversation with the chef while enjoying the beautiful stone wood burning fireplace. Two bedroom, two bath connected guest house offers ultimate in privacy. Extra large lot offers room for additional guest quarters. MLS# 87595

R U S T I C E L E G A N C E O N H I G H E L E VAT I O N P O N D

$1,6 2 5 ,0 0 0

Antique timbers, native stone and reclaimed materials grace the main house and guest house which offer the comforts requested by today’s buyers; upgraded appliances, chic bathroom finishes, two car garage, high speed internet. The neighborhood has rights to use the Chinquapin amenities including large lake and trails and is a stone’s throw away from USFS Panthertown Valley. MLS# 85312

Bachelor’s of Landscape Architecture

Wade Hampton Golf Club Development Team

G R AC E & E L E G A N C E

Co-Founder McKee Properties

$1,15 0,0 0 0

Graceful, easy cottage in the Chattooga Club has pretty landscaping, yet a low maintenance yard. The home offers three fireplaces — in master, living area and on covered porch. Soaring ceiling in the living area combined with lots of windows and opening to large deck provides plenty of natural light. The bedrooms with en suite baths are nicely separated for ultimate privacy. MLS# 88591

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BETH TOWNSEND Co-Owner / Broker beth@cashiers.com 828.421.6193 (c)

Cashiers area summer resident since 1970, full time since 1981

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WA D E H A M P T O N

$ 2,5 8 9,0 0 0

SPRING FOREST

$1, 2 8 5,0 0 0

Magnificent 5BR/5.5BA, estate-sized home on the market for the first time. Beautifully situated on 8+ acres with year-round mountain views. Two story guest-house with bedroom, bath, kitchenette, and living area. Stone terraces, porches, decks & patios. MLS# 88678

Beautiful 4BR/4BA home on 3.14 acres has a gorgeous great room with a huge stone, wood-burning fireplace, a charming den with a gaslog fireplace and built-ins galore. Enjoy a 180 degree mountain view from the screened porch with fireplace! MLS# 87799

C H AT T O O G A C LU B $ 975,0 0 0 FURNISHED

HIGHLANDS CC

This beautifully furnished 3BR/3BA cottage welcomes you home the minute you walk in the door! Enjoy views of Chimney Top Mountain from the covered porch with a handsome stone fireplace. Property has lovely gardens and plantings! MLS# 84845

Totally updated 3BR/3BA home provides a fabulous open floor plan. Stone fireplace, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and covered porch overlooking forest & fauna. Circular front driveway with connected 2-car garage. Beautiful native plantings abound. MLS# 85412

$ 9 2 5,0 0 0

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MOUNT LORI

$ 4 3 5,0 0 0

Charming 3 bedroom home with covered porches and decks abounding! A lovely 1 bedroom guest house including wood working shop and multi-purpose room is attached by a walkway. Awesome location, just minutes from downtown Highlands. MLS# 87194

M OUNTAIN VIE W VILL AS

$2 9 9,0 0 0

Beautiful and well-maintained 2BR/2BA home in Sapphire Valley includes adjacent lot. Additional sleeping loft and kitchenette. Gorgeous year-round golf and mountain views. Amenities available through Sapphire Valley Master Association. MLS# 84560

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L U X U R Y E S TAT E O N 7 3 A C R E S S U R R O U N D E D B Y WAT E R F A L L S

CULLOWHEE $6,995,000

Perhaps the most remarkable home and water features in the area, this 6,000+ square foot home straddles Knob Creek and a large swimming hole. The propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many acres on either side of the creek provide complete privacy with walking and four-wheeling trails throughout. There are two ponds with a fishing dock. The property is gentle with elevations from 3620-3950 feet. The property is convenient to both Cashiers and Highlands. The long driveway into the home is flat and meanders through meadows and under brushed forests. Entering this property feels like entering a huge private estate or National Park. Most of the property is in a conservation easement with the main house and 10 cabin sites as out parcels. There are fireplaces in the living room, in the guest suite, and on the all season porch. MLS# 84897.

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CASHIERS CASHIERS

Wade Wade Hampton Hampton GolfGolf ClubClub $3,995,000 $3,995,000

Offered for the first time, this elegant sanctuary designed by Tim Greene sits high in the Blue Ridge Mountains inside the premier golf club of Wade Hampton. A serene setting along with the highest quality materials, fine craftsmanship and thoughtful architectural details make it an exceptional find. Exuding a warm and inviting ambience, the main house boasts generous living space, gorgeous mountain views, and seven stacked stone fireplaces. Opening out to a private porch with soothing mountain vistas, the expansive master suite includes two fireplaces, a spalike master bath, and an adjacent private sitting room. MLS# 87969.

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THE CHATTOOGA CLUB

Woodland Cottage $3,400,000

Featured in Garden & Gun and Southern Accents magazines, Woodland Cottage was decorated by acclaimed designer Kathleen Rivers. The home was assembled from reclaimed nineteenth-century log buildings from Tennessee and Kentucky and sited on nearly an acre overlooking Chimney Top and Rock mountains. With its patina of over 150 years of weathering, the log home feels as if it was passed down through many generations. With all the sophisticated charm of a British hunting lodge, there are historic details everywhere you look, such as dovetail notches and hash marks created by the broadaxes of Appalachian pioneers. The sumptuous great hall offers 30-foot ceilings and an imposing fireplace crafted by third-generation stonemason. MLS# 89048.

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Just Listed FURNISHED ESTATE HOME WITH CENTRAL LOCATION

BIG SHEEPCLIFF

Aerie Manor $3,000,000

This elegant and inviting home is a must-see for those with discriminating taste and an appreciation for quality. Centrally located just minutes from the Cashiers Crossroads in the beautiful and private gated community of Big Sheepcliff, Aerie Manor was featured in Veranda magazine as one of the most astounding properties in the Western North Carolina mountains. Sitting at approximately 4,600 feet in a secluded setting, this estate is set amidst jaw-dropping panoramas of Cashiers, Cashiers Lake, and the multi-layered mountain ranges beyond. Soaring 29-foot ceilings greet you at the entry and continue into the stately living area and sitting room. Offered fully furnished. MLS# 89155.

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CASHIERS

Wade Hampton Golf Club $2,950,000

Adjoining national forest, the property looks out over panoramic and pristine mountain views. From the moment you open the front door, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll feel the openness and easy flow created by acclaimed architect Al Platt. The kitchen opens to the dining room and out to an incredible Carolina porch with beamed ceilings, featuring an outdoor kitchen and wood-burning fireplace. The spacious master suite is on the main floor for easy access. The upper floor has two guest suites with a large office area, and a second living area and two more guest suites are downstairs. The lower Carolina porch features a hot tub and a fireplace to enjoy the view and breezes. MLS# 88854.

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ZACHARY’S GAP $2,590,000

On five acres in the idyllic mountaintop community of Zachary’s Gap, this stunning estate welcomes you with rich wood and stone architectural details. The foyer opens to the living room with a massive stone fireplace, soaring ceilings with strong timber beams and room for a grand piano, and then flows into the elegant dining room with wet bar — an inviting atmosphere for small gatherings or larger festivities. The impressive gourmet kitchen is designed for every level of culinary skill, from the casual cook to the experienced chef. This beautifully finished custom home offers an array of living spaces for privacy, comfort and versatility. MLS#86270.

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LAKE GLENVILLE

This custom-built home with 180 degree panoramic views of Lake Glenville and the mountain ranges

Summer Hill

beyond. Spacious master suite on main, with screened sleeping porch. The home features four fire-

$2,395,000

take in the incredible views in every direction. Upstairs, you’ll enjoy views from almost every room-

places-two inside and two out, plentiful covered screened deck space and a large open deck below to even from the chef’s kitchen with a small office. Downstairs you’ll enjoy the three guest suites, large second living area, an office with custom built-ins, and a state-of-the-art home theatre. MLS# 88426.

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HIGHLANDS

Old Edwards Club

$2,300,000

Experience true luxury at nearly 4,500 feet with one of the best views the Western North Carolina mountains have to offer. Designed for relaxed entertaining and hosting family and friends in pampered comfort, the expansive floor plan highlights the incredible panoramic vistas from almost every room. The well-appointed home features a magnificent kitchen with all the amenities a chef could desire, looking out to a water feature in one direction and incredible mountain views in the other. The kitchen opens to the dining and a spacious living area which is dressed to impress, with a grand stone fireplace, soaring ceilings and windows, an elegant chandelier and an inviting ambiance that sets the tone for the entire home. MLS# 89129.

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HIGHL AND GAP $1,995,000 Tucked away in picturesque Highland Gap, this extraordinary 48-acre estate has been lovingly carved out of Nantahala National Forest. The striking, partially furnished three-bedroom home is reminiscent of the Biltmore Bungalows, with true Arts and Crafts architecture, authentic period pieces, and careful attention to detail in the design and woodwork. MLS# 87036.

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THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB $1,900,000 Five bedrooms and five baths provide plenty of room for guests. Located at the end of a quiet street with plenty of privacy, beautiful landscaping with indigenous plants surrounds the home. A covered deck with wood-burning fireplace boasts spectacular views of Chimneytop, Bald Rock, Hogback, Big Sheepcliff, Little Sheepcliff, Shortoff, and Yellow Mountains. MLS# 88392.

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ROUND HILL ESTATES $1,849,000 Situated on tranquil Fairfield Lake, Nestledown is truly a masterpiece of architectural, interior, and landscape design. Massive stone walls, columns, and mature landscaping grace the approach. The porte cochĂ¨reâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stonework offers an impressive entry to this elegant estate home with a level of craftsmanship and artistry that is unsurpassed. MLS# 88833.

HIGHL ANDS $1,750,000 Tranquil and picturesque long range vistas abound from this 22-acre Blue Valley estate in Highlands. Positioned at an elevation of 3,780 feet, the property features excellent privacy and incredible panoramic views of several mountain ranges, with layered ridges that turn a cool, misty blue in the distance. Taking advantage of the beautiful surroundings, the main home offers several inviting outdoor living spaces for entertaining friends and extended family. MLS# 88430.

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NEW LISTING

SASSAFRAS RIDGE $1,750,000 This stunning mountain estate offers fantastic panoramic, multi-layered views of Bald Rock and the Balsam Mountains beyond. The custom home is nestled on the ridge at over 4000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of elevation, offering cool summer temperatures and tons of curb appeal. From the moment you enter the home, the captivating views take your breath away. MLS# 89149. $1,750,000.

THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB $1,700,000 Located inside the gates of the exclusive Chattooga Club, this elegant, fully furnished cottage would make a perfect year round residence or seasonal family retreat. Fine finishes and thoughtful design details throughout impart a luxurious yet relaxed ambiance. The classic floor plan is designed for entertaining, with plenty of natural light and outdoor living space. MLS# 88119.

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SASSAFRAS RIDGE $1,700,000 Located on over nine acres for absolute privacy, this beautiful mountain estate offers gorgeous long range, layered mountain views of Bald Rock and beyond from high atop Sassafras Ridge. Enjoy the panoramic vistas from almost every room in the house, including the striking great room with a massive stone fireplace and the fabulous covered porch with its own stone fireplace for cool evenings. MLS# 87265.

CEDAR HILL $1,695,000 Nestled in a shady grove of trees, this elegant custom-built mountain estate bids welcome to all who enter. Both formal and casual entertaining are a pleasure in the gourmet kitchen, which has been completely renovated with modern finishes and all-new appliances, including a Wolf gas cooktop, two warming drawers, and double ovens. MLS# 86369.

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HIGHL AND GAP $1,595,000 Located on over six acres in the picturesque Highlands Gap community of Scaly Mountain, this unique custom home offers gorgeous long range mountain views. No expense was spared in the construction or upkeep of this spacious retreat. Features include master bedroom suites on each level, three stacked stone fireplaces and a beautiful chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen, along with a large media room, home office and laundry/mud room. The open decking and screened porch with hot tub offer the best in outdoor living. MLS# 87855.

BIG RIDGE $1,495,000 Created by acclaimed architectural designer Tim Greene, this beautiful home offers breathtaking views of the Great Balsam Mountains with layers that seem to go on forever. The spacious layout is perfect for hosting friends and family, with the master suite on the main level and three guest suites upstairs. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, an eat-in area, ample countertops for serving, and premium appliances including a six-burner gas range, dual wall ovens and a warming drawer. MLS# 88488.

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NEW LISTING

CEDAR HILL $1,495,000 Perched high above the valley in the prestigious community of Cedar Hill, this stunning custom-built timber frame home boasts spectacular long-range mountain views over Sapphire and Cashiers. The two-story great room has impressive timber beams and an abundance of windows and doors that flood the entire room with natural light. The open floor plan offers ample space for entertaining or simply unwinding. MLS# 89323.

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THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB $1,445,000 With magnificent long range views of Chimneytop and Rock Mountains, Bear Rock is a beautiful custom five bedroom, five and a half bath estate in the exclusive gated community of The Chattooga Club. The living room features a soaring 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceiling, towering stone fireplace, and a wall of windows that floods the room with natural light and highlights the mountain vistas beyond. Relax or dine al fresco with family and friends on the screened porch and open deck. MLS# 80907.

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L AKE GLENVILLE $1,395,000 This is elegant lake-front living at its finest, spread over 1.3 acres. One of the nicest lake homes on all of Lake Glenville, this property is tucked in a tranquil cove, and abuts Summersong the premier estate property on all of Lake Glenville. The home is an entertainer's dream, and features a kitchen that will be any cook's delight - complete with bar and wine cooler. Open, comfortable living area with incredible views out over the lake from most every room in the house. MLS# 87978.

SAPPHIRE $1,350,000 Designed for nature lovers, this home offers a fabulous water feature, a terraced stone patio with a fire pit, and a pavilion suspended high above the valley floor below. On the main level, the master bedroom features two walls of windows and a private covered Trex deck with an en-suite bath which overlooks the breathtaking view towards Whiteside Mountain. The guest bedroom and an office are also located on the main level of the home and offer spectacular views. The family room and an additional bedroom are on the lower level, just a short walk from the gazebo. MLS# 88846.

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BIG RIDGE $1,349,000 Situated high atop Big Ridge, this modern farmhouse at app. 4,000' of elevation offers stunning panoramic long range mountain views. Overlooking the 22 acres which includes a pond and expansive lawn areas not typically in the area, this estate property must be seen to fully appreciate. The main level includes the generous living and dining rooms both with stone fireplaces and attractive wood floors. The expansive main bedroom suite with sitting area opens to the porch and magnificent views. MLS# 88192.

SAPPHIRE $1,295,000 Sitting at just under 4,000 feet of elevation, this magnificent contemporary home boasts huge long-range views into South Carolina, up to 50 miles on a clear day. Dramatic floor-toceiling windows fill the rooms with natural light and create a seamless link to the incredible natural surroundings. The spacious four-bedroom floor plan has three levels, with a great room, kitchen, master suite, guest suite and den/library with bath on the main floor. MLS# 87447.

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THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB $1,295,000 This cozy three bedroom, three bath Tudor-style Club Cottage is full of storybook charm, with enchanting views of Chimney Top and Rock Mountains in a lush setting. Features include poplar bark siding, wood interior walls and ceilings, marble bathrooms and fine finishes throughout. Enjoy the crisp air and beautiful scenery on the screened living porch with its own fireplace and room for dining. Conveniently located just steps away from all Chattooga Club amenities and minutes from downtown Cashiers, this carefree bungalow is the perfect getaway. MLS# 87269.

CEDAR HILL $1,250,000 This meticulously maintained retreat features a grand living room with wood cathedral ceilings and lots of light, a wood-burning stone fireplace, a wet bar and a dramatic wall of glass highlighting the surrounding vistas. Designed for the Plateau lifestyle, the inviting covered porch is perfect for savoring a hot cup of coffee in the morning or gathering friends to have sunset cocktails and dine al fresco. MLS# 87275.

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L AKE GLENVILLE $1,250,000 Magnificent scenery, cool temperatures and the occasional white squirrel highlight the short drive from the Cashiers Crossroads to this gorgeous waterfront mountain home on the east side of Lake Glenville. High style begins with cedar shake siding and an inviting stone entry, leading to an elegant and rustic interior with eight-foot doorways, oak floors, neutral colors, exposed beams, and reclaimed barnwood lining the soaring ceilings. MLS# 88060.

SUMMER HILL $1,200,000 Bring your suitcase and toothbrush â&#x20AC;&#x201D; this custom-built mountain retreat on Lake Glenville is ready for its new owners to enjoy. Nothing was overlooked in creating this spacious showpiece, including fine woodwork, rustic architectural details and lots of glass for abundant natural light. Take in the grand mountain and lake views from the covered and open decks while relaxing by the cozy outdoor fireplace or cooking dinner on the built-in grill. Summer Hill features paved roads, a tennis court, two outdoor pavilions and a spot to park your boat at the community dock. MLS# 89267.

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SUMMER HILL $1,150,000 This beautiful lake home is mountain lodge elegance at its very finest, and comes with everything for you to start enjoying the good life right away. Located inside the gates of the prestigious Summer Hill community, this property sits at a cool 3,800â&#x20AC;&#x2122; elevation and offers spectacular views looking out over Lake Glenville with the beauty of the Balsam mounatains beyond the lake. This home displays the work of a true master craftsman. Eleven different types of wood were used inside the home, and features a beautiful and impressive suspended cherry log staircase down to the lower level. MLS# 86274.

SAPPHIRE $1,149,000 This stunning home is in the scenic gated community of Stonecreek Estates, centrally located near the Cashiers/Sapphire line with restaurants, shopping, golf, hiking and more just minutes away. An abundance of windows and doors grace all of the living spaces, offering dramatic vistas year round and an in-pouring of natural light. Every room on the main and lower levels has direct access to 2,200 square feet of decking, providing a gentle transition between the outside world and the casually elegant spaces within. The gracious open floor plan provides a grand setting for entertaining family and friends. MLS# 87716.

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SAPPHIRE

Located in the premier equestrian community of Bald Rock, this gorgeous rustic mountain lodge is

Bald Rock

a sublime spot for wiling away the seasons amidst cool temperatures and making lifelong memories

$899,000

stone fireplace, wood walls and beams, cathedral ceilings and an abundance of windows for natural

with family and friends. In harmony with the natural surroundings, the great room features a massive light. The family chef will love the gourmet kitchen with its large center island, six-burner gas cooktop, double ovens and warming drawer. Outfitted with clear shades for inclement weather, a covered living porch adjacent to the dining room offers another comfortable space for casual meals and relaxing by the fire. MLS# 88185.

ADJOINING HOME WITH STABLES $449,000

ADJOINING 6 ACRES $75,000 Located in Bald Rock this lot features gentle topography and is

A unique property offering an array of options for the equestrian enthusiast!

perfect to build a mountain home on at a higher elevation in a

Located in the picturesque gated community of Bald Rock, this fantastic newer

fabulous gated community. Bald Rock is the premier equestrian

mountain getaway sits on over six acres. Ready to use at a moment’s notice, the

community on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Take a look at

thoughtfully designed layout makes riding and caring for one’s horses very conve-

this well priced lot

nient and comfortable. Three stalls, a tack room and caretaker’s accommodations

today. MLS# 87096.

sit on the main level, while the stylish second floor features three bedrooms, an open great room with kitchen and dining areas, and a covered porch for grilling dinner and relaxing with a cool drink at the end of the day. MLS# 87095.

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SAPPHIRE $1,100,000 Perched at 3,400 feet overlooking the lush golf course of The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, this lovely estate offers exceptional long range panoramic views of Bald Rock, Big Sheepcliff and Cow Rock Mountains from almost every room. The circular driveway is gated and fully landscaped for privacy. Professionally decorated in an elegant Southern traditional style, the entire home has been recently updated with fine finishes, fixtures and window treatments. Most living areas are located on the main level, including the master suite with his and hers baths. MLS# 85630.

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SAPPHIRE $1,075,000 Offering relaxed mountain living in a scenic gated community, this superbly built custom home offers exceptional long-range mountain views and features two master suites â&#x20AC;&#x201D; one on the main level with an adjoining office and the other on the lower level with an adjoining bonus room. Perfect for golf enthusiasts, the property overlooks the picturesque Country Club of Sapphire Valley; both CCSV and the Sapphire Valley Resort are just a cart ride away. MLS# 89356.

GLEN POINTE $995,000 Dreaming of a mountain home with an exceptional lake view and plenty of room for family and friends? If so, this spacious Glen Pointe estate fits the bill. Sitting on almost two acres, with five bedrooms and five and a half baths, this elegant residence features a dramatic view looking down Lake Glenville with the mountains beyond. Enjoy the natural beauty from the large covered decks or relax by one of several fireplaces. Multiple living areas and a great floor plan make entertaining a pleasure. This home also includes private lake access with a dock and generous parking. MLS# 74152.

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CEDAR HILL $995,000 Lots of natural light fills the spacious great room, which includes vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, impressive windows, built-ins, and rich wood floors. A master suite and guest bedroom are on the main level. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to invite the whole family over, because on the lower level are the family room, a second kitchen, and three additional bedroom suites, as well as a large deck. Spectacular mountain and rock face views and a central location minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire make this a perfect seasonal retreat or year round home. MLS# 88704.

CEDAR HILL $965,000 Amazing view of Lonesome Valley Canyon from this home located in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill, just minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire. From the moment you enter the home the views greet you and invite visitors to relax and enjoy. The living room opens to the covered deck. The main bedroom and one of the guest rooms are on the first level of the home. A family and two additional guest rooms as well as another outside deck can be found on the lower level. Great location and views! MLS# 84371.

CEDAR HILL $949,000 Perched at approximately 3,700 feet with excellent long range views of Big Sheepcliff and Yellow Mountains, this well maintained, solidly built home is located in the prestigious gated community of Cedar Hill. The 2.34-acre property offers privacy and a rare combination of incredible vistas with plenty of near-level space for guests to enjoy. MLS# 88199.

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HICKORY RIDGE $939,000 Enjoy panoramic views of Whiteside and Chimneytop Mountains from this spacious four bedroom, four and a half bath home in Hickory Ridge, a picturesque enclave located just minutes from town. Vaulted ceilings and skylights bring in lots of natural light to the open floor plan. The master suite, one guest room and an office are located on the main level. Two additional guest rooms are located on the lower level, along with an indoor pool with glass doors opening onto a stone patio. The covered decks expand the living area and let you enjoy cool summer breezes along with the amazing views. MLS# 89127.

FALLS COVE $859,000 This welcoming and comfortable two-story lakefront home sits in Falls Cove at the south end of beautiful Lake Glenville. Norton Falls, the largest waterfall on the lake, is only a few hundred feet from the dock and the relaxing sounds of rushing water can be heard throughout the house. MLS# 82924.

HIGH MEADOWS $799,000 Situated only minutes from Cashiers in the private High Meadows community, this custom-built getaway features the perfect blend of a mountain-inspired rustic feel with all the modern accouterments. Every detail was thoughtfully designed in this light and bright home, including Douglas fir posts and beams, shiplap wall coverings, and impressive exterior stonework. MLS# 88386.

CULLOWHEE MOUNTAIN $749,000 This magnificent three-bedroom log cabin with charming rustic touches has huge views facing south over Lake Glenville and numerous mountains. This spacious property is perched at 4,000 feet of elevation with end-of-the-road seclusion. A separate living area downstairs offers privacy for guests with another bedroom, bath, a living area with its own fireplace, and a full kitchen. MLS# 88701.

FALLS COVE $735,000 Tucked away in the quite Falls Cove neighborhood is this charming lakefront cabin. Norton Falls, the largest waterfall on the lake, is only a few hundred feet from the dock and the relaxing sounds of rushing water can be heard throughout the house. The deck on the back of the home is the perfect place to enjoy the fantastic waterfall. MLS# 88303.

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NORTH NORTON $725,000 This fantastic log home with huge long-range views of mountain ranges and Lake Glenville is a must-see.The over four-acre property is a rare opportunity to own land that is almost flat until the edge, where it falls away for a stunning view. All of the living areas are on the main floor, with two lofts for an extra office, bunk beds, or play areas. The backyard on the view side is terraced with a stone patio and fire pit, providing plenty of room for family fun. MLS# 88660.

DEER RUN $665,000 End of the road mountain escape awaits. 5 bedroom, 5 bath and 2 half bath home. Sitting among the mountain tops at an elevation of approximately 3,366 ft, the panoramic views of 10 mountain tops and Meadow Lake below provide a wonderful atmosphere for all to enjoy year round! Carport, spacious living room with cathedral ceilings. MLS# 85950.

TRILLIUM $649,000 Perched at 4,000 feet of elevation, this charming Arts and Crafts home offers the finest in outdoor living to take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings. The comfortable and functional layout includes spacious rooms spread throughout the main level, with a bonus room upstairs that would make a great office or study. MLS# 87407.

COWEE RIDGE $649,000 This recently renovated four bedroom, three bath home sits at the very top of the gated Cowee Ridge community, with stunning 180-degree, long range mountain views. Enjoy the cool temperatures at an elevation of over 4,000 feet. Cowee Ridge is midway between Highlands and Cashiers. A major remodel in 2006 included an all new kitchen, new HVAC. MLS# 86365.

SAPPHIRE $625,000 This pristine mountain home provides unbelievable views of Chimneytop Mountain, Whiteside Mountain, Yellow Mountain, and Hogback Lake. The living room is impressive, with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace. The open living area extends into the remodeled kitchen, a layout perfect for entertaining. Wood flooring and fine finishes make this home completely move-in ready. MLS# 88644.

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BRIGHT MOUNTAIN $624,900 This lovely home sits high atop Bright Mountain with excellent southerly views of the Trillium Links & Lake Club and the mountains beyond. The owners have turned the property into an outside living paradise with a fire pit located by a huge rock outcropping and other seating areas. Two unique cottages, currently used as a potting room/bar and an office. MLS# 85959.

SHEPHERDS MOUNTAIN $599,000 Situated at a cool 3,900+ feet in elevation, the 2.10 acre lot is teeming with natural flora and fauna and features a view you’ll never grow tired of! Both the main and lower level have spacious decks looking out to Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond. If the sights of the cool lake beyond entice you to go for a swim, the public beach access is only a quick ten-minute drive from your front door! There is also a private walking trail that leads to the community lake access that has an additional picnic area, perfect for lake days! MLS# 88450.

GLENSHORE $599,000 Located in the gated Lake Glenville community of Glenshore, this traditional home sits on a double lot, with beautiful lake and mountain views from almost every room. The convenient floor plan features the master bedroom and two guestrooms on the main level, as well as a sunny great room, covered porch and kitchen with a center island and eat-in area. Relax with friends in the expansive lower level family room with a built-in bar and wood stove, along with a walkout to the stone patio. The upper level loft would make a great office or hobby room. MLS# 89054.

DEER RUN $599,000 Your end of the road mountain escape awaits complete with 5 bedrooms, each with their own full bath and two half baths. Sitting at an elevation of approximately 3,366 ft, the views of Nix, Chimney Top, Rocky, Yellow, Black Rock, Little Sheepcliff, Glassy Rock, Cowrock, Laurel Knob and Meadow Lake below provide an atmosphere for all to enjoy! MLS# 85961.

NEW CONSTRUCTION PILOTS KNOB $599,000 This exciting new home offers high-end finishes and exceptional layered mountain views at an affordable price. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac at an elevation of over 4,100 feet, it is the perfect place to enjoy mountain living in cool temperatures. Jennings Construction was the builder on this project. MLS# 86968.

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HOGBACK L AKE $595,000 Offering the best of waterfront living at an excellent price point, this spacious home sits on two lots on serene Hogback Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. Spend the day on the pontoon boat, or relax before dinner on one of the covered or open decks. The rich wood interior and stone fireplace in the living room add to the welcoming feel. MLS# 85838.

WATERFALL COVE $575,000 Only steps away from Lake Glenville’s cool shore, this three-bedroom, three-bath lakefront home is loaded with mountain charm! The property features two stories of wrap-around decks and tons of natural light, staying remarkably cool during the summer months. If the lake views entice you to take a dip in the refreshing waters, you can do so from your own private dock, just yards from the gorgeous Norton Falls. The lower level is self-contained, making it a great rental or mother in-law suite. MLS# 88951.

HIGHWAY 64 WEST $550,000 Overlooking majestic Whiteside Mountain, this two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath home is brimming with old world Cashiers charm on over six acres! The property is totally unrestricted and has a large yield well, making it perfect for a small development, tiny home compound, or family estate. The property features an updated guest suite over a garage, as well as a single room guest cabin down the hill. MLS# 88801.

HIGHL ANDS FALLS COUNTRY CLUB $550,000 Situated at a cool 4,000 feet of elevation in the gated community of Highlands Falls Country Club, this charming mountain getaway has been recently remodeled with a completely new look. The home boasts three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, an attached single car garage, golf cart storage, and a large deck that’s ideal for entertaining or relaxing. MLS# 89109.

L AKE TOX AWAY $549,000 Incredible long range mountain and lake views await you in this well-maintained three bedroom, four bath home in scenic Lake Toxaway Estates. Sitting at a cool elevation of over 4,000 feet, it offers breathtaking vistas of multiple mountain ranges and four lakes in three different states — Lake Toxaway (NC), Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee (SC), and Lake Hartwell (GA). MLS# 79994.

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L AKESIDE CIRCLE DRIVE $549,000 Enjoy peaceful living on the large, unrestricted lot. A long meandering drive past the pond, meadow, and pasture area leads you to the front door of the original charming farmhouse that was built in 1930. The main farmhouse has been updated and features two bedrooms. On one side of the house is an adorable guest house, with its own bathroom and kitchen. the quaint barn—a large two-car garage under a full apartment with its own kitchen. MLS# 88619.

CEDAR CREEK WOODS $525,000 This home has it all: mountain view, lake view, rock face view, sounds of rushing nearby Laurel Creek and only minutes from shopping and dining in Cashiers! This spacious home has soaring ceilings in the great room with a floor-to-ceiling stone wood burning fireplace. An open concept living area and lots of windows provide the living area with lake views. MLS# 87710.

COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $524,900 There’s plenty of room for family and friends in this spacious mountain log home in the heart of Sapphire Valley, offering relaxed mountain living in a beautiful country club community. The master suite is on the main floor, along with an expansive open living area with an updated kitchen. Upstairs is an office that’s large enough for two, flanked by two spacious bedroom suites at either end of the hall. The property is a short golf cart ride away from the Country Club of Sapphire Valley. MLS# 88947.

BRADLEY FALLS $499,000 Situated on 20+/- acres, this large custom-built home is light and open with cathedral ceilings in the living room and dining room. The view of Blue Ridge Parkway, park-like setting, and bold creek make this a true legacy estate. Enjoy long hikes or horseback rides on the trails throughout the property. The home is being offered fully furnished with a short list of exclusions. MLS# 88382.

NEWLY PRICED CATS PAW $499,000 This attractive, well maintained home has exceptional long range, layered mountain views extending as far as Clingman’s Dome, Newfound Gap and the Balsams. At 4,700 feet, cool summertime temperatures are the norm — no air conditioning needed! Rustic yet refined, the interiors are light and bright with lots of windows. MLS# 87947.

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NEW LISTING TRILLIUM LINKS $485,000 Finished with just the right amount of mountain elegance, this turnkey retreat is located right off the 14th tee of Trillium's renowned golf course. A striking stacked stone fireplace in the living room soars to the heights of the cathedral ceiling, while wood walls and ceilings give this home a warm, welcoming feel. Enjoy the lovely golf views on the covered deck with its own woodburning fireplace or admire your own private waterfall as you stroll along the garden paths through lush landscaping. Your own private golf cart storage is just a few steps away. MLS# 89260.

FALCON RIDGE $475,000 Perched above 4,200 feet in elevation in the quiet and picturesque enclave of Falcon Ridge, this attractive family home boasts gorgeous southerly views of layered mountains. Three bedrooms, two living rooms, an office/bonus room and four full baths provide plenty of space to accommodate family and friends. MLS# 86967.

HOLLY BERRY ESTATES $475,000 Between two trout-filled streams, this custom three bedroom, three and a half bath home is a true mountain retreat. The 6.75 acre lot begins at the gated driveway and surrounds the home in lush foliage and mature trees. Listen to the rushing waters of Greens Creek from the screened porch and open decks or take a leisurely walk through the quiet neighborhood. Offered fully furnished. MLS# 87548.

CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES $469,000 Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the opportunity to live in this classic home situated on a very gentle lot in quiet Cedar Ridge Estates, private yet conveniently located just minutes from the Crossroads and several golf and country clubs. The master bedroom and office are conveniently on the main level, while the lower level features two additional bedrooms and a cozy family room with a fireplace. MLS# 88699.

NEW LISTING COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $469,000 Exceptional location in the heart of Sapphire Valley, within a golf cart ride to The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only) and the Sapphire Valley Master Association. The property is being offered with the additional lot adjoining to the south for additional privacy. The spacious great room finished with wood on the walls and ceilings has multiple seating areas, a fireplace and a built in bar. This great entertaining space opens to the covered screen porch. The kitchen with stainless appliances opens to the dining area as well as the open deck. MLS# 89303. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

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NEW LISTING GLENVILLE $439,000 This welcoming log cabin is easily accessed from its paved circular driveway with a porte-cochere. Views of Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond can be seen from every bedroom on each floor of the house. An impressive wood-burning stone fireplace spans the two-story height of the living room. This mountain getaway is just a short stroll or golf cart ride away from Ralph J. Andrews Park, where families can swim, fish, canoe, or picnic by the lake. MLS# 89373.

NEWLY PRICED HOLLY FOREST $429,900 Offered tastefully furnished with rustic accents such as log, wine barrel, and leather pieces, this welcoming log home is brimming with character. On the market for the first time, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath custom-built home with an attached two-car garage was constructed with an impressive round timber roof system using nine-inch logs with seven-inch cross ties. This home has been meticulously and lovingly maintained by the same owners who supervised construction. MLS# 88637.

VIEWPOINT $409,900 This beautiful mountain view home is conveniently located near the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. This one-owner home has been lovingly maintained and cared for since 2001. Enjoy the cool mountain breeze from this high elevation home that sits at 3,900 ft. Cozy great room features wood floors, cathedral ceiling, lots of windows and wood burning stone fireplace. MLS# 86115.

CEDAR LEDGES $399,000 Nestled in the beauty of nature, and just a short walk to the pristine shoreline of Lake Glenville - this charming home has everything you could want in a mountain getaway. Oversized master bedroom and master bath, with two nice size guest rooms all on separate levels. Nice covered deck on main level is a great spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee. Bedroom on main level opens out to the deck. House has deeded access to Lake Glenville. MLS# 86366.

KILLIAN’S PARK $369,900 The abundant character of this quaint A-frame style home is sure to capture your heart. Located in the Killian’s Park community, this home has a deeded lakefront lot just a short walk away. When you arrive at the home you’re greeted by its inviting appearance and ample gardening space. The home offers two bedrooms with an additional loft area above the upper level and a spacious living area with woodadorned cathedral ceilings. MLS# 88687.

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UNDER CONTRACT BIG RIDGE $369,900 Spectacular 360 degree views from this charming log cabin perched at 4,600+ ft. elevation! Long range mountain views are enjoyed from both sides of the great room, master bedroom and main level guest room. Renovations on this mountain escape were just completed and include new wood flooring throughout the main level and new carpet on the lower level. MLS# 87697.

CEDAR CREEK WOODS $365,000 This classic cottage sits at a convenient distance from Cedar Creek Racquet Club and all of its amenities, including tennis, croquet, dining and fitness. The new open deck leads to a large front porch â&#x20AC;&#x201D; perfect spots to enjoy the Carolina mountain lifestyle. Inside, a natural stone wood-burning fireplace. Cedar Creek Woods is just off Highway 64â&#x20AC;&#x201C;convenient to Sapphire and Cashiers. MLS# 86347.

NEW LISTING CULLOWHEE $360,000 Tucked away at the base of Yellow Mountain, this well-kept three-bedroom, three-and-ahalf-bath mountain retreat sits at 4,200+/- feet of elevation. With no fees or HOAs, you are free to enjoy this peaceful, unrestricted property as you see fit. The entire home has an updated mountain feel and is ideal for hosting all your friends and family. Recently sealed, the large covered deck on the front of the home gives you the best view of gorgeous Christmas tree farms, pastures, and mountains beyond. MLS# 89329.

NEWLY PRICED CONCHO MOUNTAIN $350,000 This elegant cottage has been recently updated, with renovated bathrooms, kitchen and sunroom. The 12-foot wrap-around, covered porch makes this cottage perfect to enjoy solitude while listening to birdsong. This great porch is a gathering place for eating al fresco, enjoying the views and beautiful gardens. Personal touches include the new siding made from hemlocks harvested from the property. Property adjoins 33 acres with a deeded nature preservation. MLS# 88442.

HOLLY FOREST $349,000 First time on the market, this adorable house has lots of customizable space and a terrific central location in the heart of Sapphire. The master is on the main level with a bonus room and full bath above. The detached two-car garage features a workshop area, perfect for DIYers; above is a full apartment with a kitchen, living area, bedroom and full bath. Ownership includes Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. MLS# 87817.

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HOLLY FOREST $329,000

CASHIERS IN-TOWN $270,000

RIVER RUN I $269,000

WHITESIDE FOREST $269,500

TRILLIUM LINKS & L AKE CLUB $295,000

TRILLIUM $265,000

Only minutes from Cashiers, this affordably priced home has been impeccably maintained. Enjoy easy mountain living in the open split floor plan with all the rooms sitting on the main level. Take delight in the private wooded backyard with lots of hardwoods, laurel, and rhododendron from the back deck. Owners have access to the Sapphire Valley community amenities. MLS# 88348. Sitting at a cool 3,600 feet of elevation, this turnkey cottage has been meticulously maintained and is offered with all of its fine furnishings.The open floor plan combines the living room, dining room, and kitchen into one easy-to-use space. Two bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and two baths are on the main floor. Membership to Trillium Links and Lake Club is an appurtenance to the property. MLS# 89012. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is within a very short distance to Cashiers area restaurants, shopping, community recreation center, swimming pool, and the Village Green. The well-maintained home sits on a gently rolling, fenced-in lot and offers plenty of additional parking, garden space, and a large private yard for kids and pets to explore. The necessities are located on the main level. MLS# 88838.

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Great get-away rustic cabin nestled in the woods with easy access to both Cashiers and Highlands. Small pond is totally owned by you. Adjacent flat picnic/garden area. Very private yet in a neighborhood with paved roads. Surrounded by National Forests and very near Whiteside Mountain and the Chattooga River. The sliding rock is just a few minutes up the road. MLS# 85358. Totally renovated down to the studs, this elegant River Run condo has been given a completely new look. Upgrades include hardwood floors throughout, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, new appliances, and an HVAC system. There isn't a nicer condo or townhome on the market in this price range. MLS# 89145. Fully furnished and move-in ready, it features an open great room and master suite with soaker tub on the main level, with two more bedrooms and a family room downstairs. The cozy covered porch with its own fireplace is a great spot for relaxing with a drink. This affordable mountain getaway is convenient to the many Trillium amenities. MLS# 85419.

CEDAR CREEK $249,000

RIVER PARK VILL AS $164,000

CONCHO MOUNTAIN $96,000

B B

C C

THE WOODS $129,000

A A

BEE TREE $202,000

BIG RIDGE $95,000

Are you searching for an affordable cottage with bold cascades and picturesque waterfalls? This cottage is located on the confluence of two large streams, and the sounds of the water resound throughout the property. A cozy covered porch provides beautiful views of the stream below. The access is easy just off Highway 107, with Lake Glenville and Cashiersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; shopping just minutes away. MLS# 88822. Calling all nature enthusiasts! Nestled in the serene woods of Glenville, this three bedroom, two bath home features plenty of garden space, an easy to maneuver circular driveway, and end of the road privacy. Relaxing amongst the sights and sounds of the mountains is a joy with the outside entertainment space and hot tub accessible off the side deck and living area. MLS# 87834.

F This beautiful Burlingame golf front villa has two spacious bedrooms and a fully enclosed sun room. Level access from the parking area with just a few steps inside the foyer area to the main living space. MLS# 86191.

This absolutely charming two-bedroom, two-bath townhouse is the perfect long weekend getaway spot. Tucked away in the woods overlooking a small pond, the home is within walking distance of the beautiful Meadow Lake common area. The interior features cathedral ceilings, quality wood floors throughout, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a brand new HVAC system, a built-in breakfast nook, and a stone wood-burning fireplace. MLS# 89142. Nestled in the woods of Concho Mountain you'll find this unique off the grid tree house style cabin sitting on 6+ wooded acres! As you walk to the home, you'll travel on a winding forest path and cross over a quaint mountain stream. As the trail opens you're certain to be drawn inside by the funky and fun character of this little secret hideaway. MLS# 88309.

This quaint and charming two bedroom cabin is tucked away in the peaceful and quiet neighborhood of Robinson Creek. A cozy wood burning stove, skylight, washer/dryer connections and HVAC system make this rustic getaway feel like home. Gorgeous antique wood flooring adorns the living space CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 and kitchen, and the front porch is a perfect spot to relax and enHIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 joy the cool mountain air. MLS# 87287. NCLIVING.COM

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COMMERCIAL SAPPHIRE $1,100,000

A SAPPHIRE $450,000

B A

CASHIERS $365,000

C Let your imagination run wild in this spacious-almost 12,000 sf building. No restrictions on the property. Currently being leased by Wyndham/Diamond Resorts. Would make for a great office building, restaurant, retail space or even employee housing. CWS sewer and water in place, and has capacity to expand current # bathrooms in building. Property is almost two acres and has a total of 70 parking spaces-38 in top parking lot, and 32 on lower lot behind building. MLS# 85231.

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Great commercial opportunity being offered in the heart of Sapphire Valley, connected to CWS sewage and water system. Nice welcoming entry foyer with reception area, conference room, kitchenette, two bathrooms and a large office on main level. Stone fireplace in entry. Upstairs is another 6 offices and bathroom. Room to expand behind building and almost 2 acre parking lot next door can be purchased for additional parking/expansion. MLS# 88278.

Great business location between intersection and Ingles. Fantastic exposure on most traveled section of Highway 64. Office, retail, etc .If you are needing easy access and/or high visibility, this is the location. Property is currently rented. Continued occupancy is negotiable. MLS# 83247.

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Big Ridge

Cascades at Cedar Creek

Spectacular panoramic views from this 17 acre tract of land are perfect for subdividing or a new mountain estate home. Long range views are not all created equal and these are a must see to appreciate. A short drive from Cashiers to this private estate acreage in Big Ridge surrounded by other larger tracts of those that seek privacy with the convenience of town nearby. MLS# 88346. $257,500.

Extremely gentle and easy lot to build on in a beautiful community close to Lake Glenville. Lot has winter mountain views from the back side of the lot. This home site is a stone’s throw from the private community clubhouse, Cedar Creek stream, playground and covered pavilion. MLS# 84182. $29,500.

Big Sheepcliff Lot is located in the upper section of the community with mountain views of the Glenville Valley. 4 bedroom septic evaluation. MLS# 83307. $139,000.

Great lot with over an acre of land to build your vacation home! Pond frontage and overlooks the community clubhouse, park, playground and rushing Cedar Creek. The private clubhouse features a full kitchen, living area, pool table, fitness center, shower facilities and a beautiful outdoor grilling area with patio for entertaining. Short range mountain views may be possible with tree trimming. MLS# 88242. $20,000.

Bridge Creek

Cedar Creek Woods

Bridge Creek is a wonderful gated community only 4 miles from the Cashiers crossroads. Lot 59 is a big view lot with underground utilities, an easy build site and end of the road privacy. Common amenities include a chimney garden and fishing/swimming pond. No time limit for beginning to build. Wonderfully maintained community with easy year round access and close to both Cashiers and Highlands NC. MLS# 87144. $60,000.

This extremely gentle lot is perfect for someone looking to build a mountain home with a lake and mountain view but doesn’t want to be far from local shopping and restaurants. With just a little tree trimming you can enjoy a lovely view of Lupton Lake, the Cedar Creek Racquet Club clubhouse with a nice mountain backdrop. MLS# 86997. $50,000.

Bridge Creek is a wonderful gated community only 4 miles from the Cashiers crossroads. Lot 40 is a nearly level stream front lot with underground utilities and an easy build site. Common amenities include a chimney garden and fishing/swimming pond. No time limit for beginning to build. Wonderfully maintained community with easy year round access and close to both Cashiers and Highlands NC. MLS# 87141. $40,000.

Cedar Hill

Beautiful lot at the end of a gravel road for privacy in the peaceful subdivision of Bridge Creek! Wooded and filled with nature, this land provides the peace and quiet needed for a great mountain home site. Bridge Creek is one of the best kept secrets off of North Norton Road. This gated community features trails, a pond, chimney garden and quiet!! This 1.71 acres is the perfect parcel for peace and tranquility in the mountains within a short distance to town! Natural North Carolina flora and fauna dominate the land making it indigenous and lush. Looking for a smaller cabin in the mountains? The minimum square footage for cabins in Bridge Creek is 1,500 heatable square feet. MLS# 84655. $27,900. NEW LISTING Located in the quiet and low density gated neighborhood of Bridge Creek is this incredibly affordable lot. As you enter the community you’ll notice the gorgeous rustic covered bridge that straddles Knob Creek as well as the serene feeling that comes with the area. Gentle building site and privacy of the surrounding woods make this lot perfect for someone looking to construct their mountain dream home in a fantastic community! Bridge Creek is an easy 10-minute drive to Cashiers’ dining, shopping and more. MLS# 89357. $22,500. This lot has an easy building knoll with a natural walking trail leading to the stream and partially cleared area below on the lower portion of the property. Great price for an easy building lot! MLS# 85016. $19,900. Beautiful wooded lot and filled with nature and a mountain view provides the peace and quiet needed for a great mountain home site. This gated community features trails, a pond, chimney garden and quiet!! MLS# 84657. $17,900.

Burlingame Affordable building lot with a great mountain view! Close enough to Highway 64 to enjoy easy and paved access but far away enough to not listen to road noise. Ideal home site location with space for a gentle meandering driveway that leads to a private, almost flat building site featuring great mountain views. MLS# 87446. $49,000.

Situated high atop The Summit at Cedar Hill section on East Ridge Road, this 1.46 acre lot features an easy building site for the perfect mountain home with great views. Located just minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire, the gated community of Cedar Hill is conveniently located to so many amenities. Enjoy the casual stroll around the neighborhood or a hike along Rochester Creek to the Pavilion with stone fireplace. MLS# 87462. $129,000. NEW LISTING Located in the gated community of Cedar Hill, this lot is conveniently located between Cashiers and Sapphire Valley. Facing northeast with huge views of mountains and cliff faces. A great opportunity to build on a lot with huge views and be close to shopping and restaurants. In addition, it is a very private location since it is at the end of a short road, on a cul-de-sac. This view lot, at this price, and in this location, would be hard to duplicate. MLS# 89351. $69,500. NEW LISTING Located in the gated community of Cedar Hill and situated half-way between Cashiers and Sapphire Valley, therefore convenient to amenities, restaurants and shopping. The lot faces northeast with big views of numerous mountains and cliff faces. Located at the end of the street, it is very private. At almost 4000 feet elevation, you can build your dream home to enjoy the cool summers and big views. MLS# 89352. $69,500. Looking to build your mountain home on a gentle sloping lot in a gated community and only minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire? You just found it! With a winter mountain view this lot offers a great building envelope with lots of privacy. MLS# 88200. $69,000.

Cold Springs Gorgeous lakefront lot in the desirable Cold Springs Saddle & Tennis Club. Paved roads throughout community with level access onto this lot and home site. Once home site is clear you will have a front and center view of the lake! Located close to Highlands for quick trips to town for shopping and dining out. MLS# 88189. $250,000.

Cross Creek Preserve Unique 2.68 acre lot with a BOLD stream and 2 waterfalls with mountain views backing up to the common area. Nearly

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LOTS & LAND level building site, underground utilities, community water, expired 3 bedroom septic permit. MLS# 87680. $199,900.

on Lake Glenville located on a quiet little cove. 4 bedroom septic evaluation in hand along with a new survey. Shared well. MLS# 85310. $295,000.

The Divide

Fivestone

Beautiful long range views from this oversized lot in the premier community of Bald Rock and The Divide. Enjoy the views from your new mountain retreat or take advantage of the Pavilion at the Divide and invite your friends for a gathering. Only minutes to Sapphire and Cashiers, from this gated community. Also, take advantage of the Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities. MLS# 88702. $159,000.

This lot is a investor’s dream, an entire subdivision ready for completion! This 53 acre gated development features signature views of Whiteside and Chimneytop mountains. The entrance alone is grand with it’s own waterfall! The first 4 of the 18 lots have been sold, leaving the remaining 14 contiguous lots totaling 41 acres as a package deal. The lots can be sold individually or held as a private estate. MLS# 88178. $699,000.

Unbelievable price for this almost 2 acre lot! Sitting at just over 3,900 feet elevation, this super easy building site has majestic southwesterly year-round mountain views. The driveway is already partially roughed-in with an easy walking path to the very gentle and newly cleared home site. This lot offers the perfect building knoll with generous property lot lines allowing owner to open the views for a nice panoramic view! The Divide community has tons to offer including a covered pavilion with 2 stone fireplaces, full kitchen and restroom facilities, an equestrian center with on-site caretaker, over 9 miles of hiking/ riding trails, many waterfalls to enjoy throughout the community and the adjoining 6,300 acre Panthertown National Forest. Ownership also comes with Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. Sellers are asking much less than they paid for the property and they just want to close before December 31, 2018 for tax purposes, so bring an offer! Their loss is your gain! MLS# 89292. $99,000.

Glen Laurel Huge views of Lake Glenville and mountains. Access to Lake Glenville with shared dock. Paved roads and community water. Underground utilities. Less than 1/4 mile, from a public boat launch. MLS# 81939. $49,500. Large view lot with lake access. Paved road wraps around lot with gentle building area at bottom and big view from top. Lake and mountain views. Paved road and underground utilities. MLS# 85586. $35,000.

Falcon Ridge

2 Lots in Glen Laurel - Easy build lake access lots within walking distance to Lake Glenville and the community boat dock. Glen Laurel has paved roads and underground utilities. Minimum square footage for homes, only 1,400 sf. Affordable opportunity to own your mountain cabin with an almost lake front lot. Within ¼ mile of public boat ramp. $22,500 - $29,500. MLS# 74340, and 74341.

Mountaintop acreage directly across the street from Panthertown Preserve at 4,300 feet elevation. Perfect for an estate or subdivide with views of Whiteside, Chimneytop, Rock, and Sheepcliff mountains. MLS# 88183. $499,000.

Glen Pointe

Private 3 plus acre nearly level lot with fantastic long range mountain views that include Chimney Top and Whiteside Mountain. Perched at 4,200 foot elevation with multiple building sites and plenty of room for a garage and circular driveway. MLS# 86584. $159,000.

Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. No need to share, this lot has short walk to community boat dock and across drive from community tennis court. Very level building site. Some lake view. Underground utilities. MLS# 81650. $199,500.

Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 11.73 acre gently rolling lot. Located in desirable Falcon Ridge, this lot sits at a cool 4,000+ feet elevation & has amazing views into SC. MLS# 83900. $129,900.

Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip in community dock. Wooded lot in gated community with tennis court. Easy building site, easy septic. Hear the sounds of Norton Creek Falls just yards away. Unlike most lake access communities, Glen Pointe has a boat slip for every off lake lot. MLS# 81651. $99,000.

Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 7.21 acre gently rolling lot. This lot sits at a cool 4,000+ feet elevation & has amazing views into South Carolina. Second adjoining lot can also be purchased separately for a total of 11.73 acres. Sapphire amenities available. MLS# 83896. $79,900. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 4.52 acre gently rolling lot at 4,000’+ elevation and has amazing layered views into South Carolina. The neighboring lot is also available and can be purchased together for a total of 11.73 acres for even more privacy. Sapphire Valley Resort amenities included. MLS# 83899. $59,900.

Falls Cove This lot looks directly at Norton Falls, the largest waterfall on Lake Glenville. Has great lake access and plenty of room to spread out. A four bedroom septic evaluation is on file with Jackson County Health Department. Sit and enjoy the sounds of the waterfall from any location on this lot! MLS# 88354. $599,000.

Fenley Forest NEWLY PRICED Well priced lakefront lot

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Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. No need to share when you have your own slip in community dock. Gated community with tennis court. Norton Creek Falls just a few yards away can be heard clearly. MLS# 81652. $99,000.

Glenview Exceptional year round lake and mountain view lots with paved access and community water. Three well-priced lots to choose from, so cherry-pick the best one! Expired septic evaluations on file. Easy 15 minute drive to Cashiers. MLS# 87042, 87043 and 87044. $60,000 each.

Glenville Amazing river front property! Heavily wooded lush forest with several trails cut through the acreage. The property adjoins not only Shoal Creek but the Tuckasegee River. Astoundingly beautiful with hundreds of boulders dotting the landscape. Deep water channels, recirculating pools and small waterfalls all lead to a large swimming and fishing hole, a fly fisherman’s and nature lovers dream! MLS# 86284. $72,000.

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Golf Club Estates Beautiful lot located in gated Golf Club Estates. Just a short golf cart ride away from the Country Club of Sapphire Valley and SVMA amenities. MLS# 87721. $19,900.

High Hemlock One of the most beautiful building sites on the plateau. Gorgeous views everywhere you look including Laurel Knob and Whiteside Mountain. 5.55 acres with flat building site ready to begin your dream home in the charming small subdivision of High Hemlock. MLS# 86181. $675,000. Wonderful opportunity to build on a nearly flat lot at a higher elevation in High Hemlock. The meandering driveway opens to the cleared home site that already features a barn for storage and other mountain toys. Seldom do you find such a great lot that will save on construction costs, for those seeking to create their perfect mountain getaway at cool temperatures. The view photo has been taken from the home to the south of the property to show the view potential. First time on the market! MLS# 89297. $325,000.

High Springs Gentle 1.8 acre building lot with easy driveway access and a house site that has already been partially cleared. Southwesterly views of Whiteside Mountain, Satulah Mountain, Yellow Mountain, Black Rock Mountain and more. MLS# 87611. $78,000.

Highway 64 East Stunning level property on Highway 64 in Sapphire Valley located across the street from Lonesome Valley entrance. The rear of the property is bordered by the Horsepasture River. This property is suited for a variety of development opportunities including multi-family, restaurant, RV resort, or a host of other commercial uses. Sewer available. MLS# 85720. $599,000.

Holly Forest Unbelievable long range views from this fantastic building site in Holly Forest XIV. Community features include paved roads, underground utilities with public water and sewer available at road. Southwesterly views from this lot sitting at 3,800 ft. elevation. Enjoy the panoramic vistas of Chimneytop Mountain and Rocky Mountain. MLS# 88095. $99,000. Easy build lot with a great view of Chimney Top Mountain. Sapphire HOA has approved access through adjoining green space allowing for a gentle driveway and very private home site. Quick drive to Highway 64 with no steep roads to climb or descend. MLS# 83009. $35,000. Nice gentle lot with over an acre of land and year-round mountain view potential! This property has a long private driveway already roughed in so it’s easy to see where the best home site would be. Both lots on each side already have homes built on them so privacy won’t be an issue. Expired 4 bedroom septic permit on file. MLS# 88273. $30,000. Great view lot in the heart of Sapphire Valley. Just minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire, as well as all the Sapphire Valley amenities. Year around view will be available from the home once the trees are trimmed. MLS# 89042. $15,000. Located in the heart of Sapphire Valley, this 0.79 acre lot has an ideal gently laying building site overlooking a noisy stream. The perfect location for a mountain getaway that feels private but is only minutes from the hub of Cashiers including the grocery store, farmer’s market, restaurants and other shopping. MLS# 86461. $11,500.

Peaceful stream front lot with gentle building site. Partially cleared so it’s easy to see the potential home site. Conveniently located close to Highway 64 East for easy access but with no road noise! Walking distance to the Holly Forest common area on Hogback Lake where owners can enjoy fishing, swimming or canoeing from the dock. Community has paved roads and underground utilities. Expired septic permit on file. MLS# 87573. $10,000. A noisy stream runs along the bottom portion of this lot! This gently sloping home site will make the perfect mountain cabin spot. A great location for nature lover’s with a canopy of trees surrounding the property. Just a short walk to the Narrows waterfall and common area. This would be a great building site for a 2 story home that overlooks the stream. Expired septic permit on file and community has low homeowner’s fees. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 88627. $9,000. Great building lot in growing resort area in the Blue Ridge Mountains, possible mountain views with trimming. This lot is located on a cul-de-sac road in growing resort area. The septic permit on file was issued in 2009. With trimming lot will have a great view of Whiteside Mountain, Chimneytop Mountain and Bald Rock Mountain. The topography should provide a good site for a home with a partial basement. MLS# 88744. $5,000. Vacant lot with great mountain view potential. Dreaming of your own mountain getaway? The price is right to build on this affordable lot with great view potential of Whiteside, Chimneytop and Rock Mountains. The topography lends itself to a home with a lower level. It’s easy to see the potential by seeing the view from neighbors home. MLS# 88747. $5,000. Vacant lot with great mountain view potential. Dreaming of your own mountain getaway? The price is right to build on this affordable lot with great view potential of Whiteside, Chimneytop and Rock Mountains. The topography lends itself to a home with a lower level. It’s easy to see the potential by seeing the view from neighbors home. MLS# 88746. $5,000. This gentle home site will be a breeze to build on! Great location with easy paved driving access into the community and just a few minutes’ drive to Cashiers. Drive past pretty Hogback Creek on the way to and from this lot! Located towards the end of a cul-de-sac for extra privacy. Lot backs up to a wide Holly Forest green space area and is also just a short walk to the community waterfall common area called Narrows Falls. Just around the corner from the public Sapphire National Golf Club. MLS# 86920. $4,000.

Leawood High above the highest major lake in the East, you have huge views of Lake Glenville, multiple mountain ranges, all the way to the Smokies. Easy access on paved roads, located in the gated Leawood community, and only a short drive to Cashiers and Highlands. Build your dream home atop Bright Mountain. Sit on the porch and watch the boats below and see the hawks and eagles fly by. Facing west, you will have amazing sunsets. Community water. MLS# 85984. $199,500. This 1.83 acre lot offers exceptional views of Lake Glenville and multiple mountains beyond. Owners also have a set of plans for the lot available to the buyer. This small gated community is easily accessible with paved roads only a short drive into either Cashiers or Highlands, NC for shopping and plenty of great restaurants. MLS# 87603. $175,000.

Laurel Falls Gently rolling 10+/- acre lot in the Laurel Falls community in Glenville, NC. Plenty of privacy and usable acreage to build your dream home. Great potential for a unencumbered ridge line view with selective tree clearing. A small babbling stream runs through the property adding to the mountain charm. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 A driveway and partially cleared home HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 site has been pushed in and an expired NCLIVING.COM

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LOTS & LAND 3 bedroom septic evaluation is on file. MLS# 87876. $74,900. Two great adjoining lots in the scenic, wild and gated subdivision of Laurel Falls. Each lot has a survey, septic evaluation for a 3 bedroom home with easy building sites! A small stream runs through the property providing additional mountain charm. Ridgeline views with tree trimming. Lots of usable land. Laurel Falls is bordered by thousands of acres of protected Panthertown Valley. The Yosemite of the East. MLS# 89196. $65,000. Perched atop a gentle knoll in the private and peaceful Laurel Falls gated community is this 4.65 acre lot. This lot has potential for a fantastic long range mountain view with clearing, and is gentle enough to make for easy building. Laurel Falls is a wild and scenic gated, low density community with large un-manicured lots for a true deep in the mountains feel. MLS# 88595. $25,000.

Old Wagon Road Perched at 4,240+ feet in elevation is this fantastic and high potential lot! The view you could have with selective tree clearing from the prospective building site would be phenomenal and include dozens of mountaintops, a front row seat to Whiteside Mountain as well as a view of the famous “Bear Shadow” that blankets the valley below in the autumn months. As you explore this lot you’ll fall in love with the serene feel and the mountain landscape teeming with natural flora and fauna. MLS# 88819. $225,000.

Pilots Knob The communities finest big view lots handpicked for ease of build and their incalculable long range views! Pilots Knob is a hot and new gated, mountain top community with high elevation lots rising above 4,100 feet. The community offers paved roads, green space, beautiful landscaping, a community pond, fire pit and refreshingly low HOA fees. With recent home sales, numerous lot sales, developer owned spec builds and privately owned custom builds are underway. MLS# 88752. $89,900. The community’s finest big view lots handpicked for ease of build and their incalculable long range views! Pilots Knob is a hot and new gated, mountain top community with high elevation lots rising above 4,100 feet. The community offers paved roads, green space, beautiful landscaping, a community pond, fire pit and refreshingly low HOA fees. With recent home sales, numerous lot sales, developer owned spec builds and privately owned custom builds are underway. MLS# 88758. $84,900.

sounds of the stream can be heard all over the property. The small cabin has a new kitchen and bath. MLS# 87880. $1,250,000.

Sapphire Commercial Almost 2 acres with 461 feet of frontage along Highway 64 in the heart of Sapphire. 5 tap fees have been paid for CWS sewer and water, and will convey with property. Property can be used for residential and light commercial purposes, such as hotel/motel, office and/or retail space. Parking area represents about half of total parcel with stream and land behind. MLS# 88280. $300,000.

Sapphire High NEWLY PRICED A cascading stream with waterfalls and pools that is entirely inside the property. A building site with long-range mountain views that also overlooks the falls. Southern exposure from the building site and a mountain to the north to block the cold winter winds. A community with golf courses, pools, playgrounds, picnic areas, a swimming-canoeing-and fishing lake, hiking trails, tennis, community center, fitness center, restaurants and bars. MLS# 82083. $175,000.

Sapphire Ridge Cool mountain breezes, incredible mountain vistas and end of road privacy await you from this 3 acre lot in Sapphire Ridge, perched at approximately 3,500’. Very easy drive in to this property, with a very gentle build site awaiting your dream home. If ultimate privacy is what you’re after, the two lots below lot 15 are also available and would give you your own private road. Developer will consider selling all three lots together, and allowing buyer to combine in to one PIN, with only 1 HOA fee. MLS# 87153. $99,000. Here’s your chance to have great mountain views, with end of the road privacy in the gated community of Sapphire Ridge. This lot could be combined with lot 27 to the right, or lots 29 and 30 to the left for the ultimate in BIG VIEWS and PRIVACY. Developer would consider allowing buyer to “bundle” additional lots and combine in to one parcel and pay just one POA fee. Lot 28 has a Southeastern facing view and offers a very gentle driveway to lot and easy build site. MLS# 87156. $99,000.

Perched at almost 4,000’ elevation, you’ll enjoy beautiful long-range mountain views and a long private driveway that leads to this lot. This almost 2 acre lot provides you views that leave no doubt where you are. Very gentle, nearly flat driveway cut in that leads to a flat build site for the main level. The property drops off below the homesite, assuring you’ll own the view for years to come. MLS# 85946. $79,000.

A big mountain view awaits you from this estate size lot perched at almost 3,600’, including views of the rock face on Little Hogback mountain. Gentle homesite in the gated community of Sapphire Ridge. This lot offers you privacy and big views, yet it’s less than 8 miles from the center of Cashiers. Sapphire Ridge is a gated community, with only the best in terms of infrastructure. Wide paved roads, underground utilities and public water all in place. MLS# 87155. $95,000.

Truly a hidden gem of a community where owners enjoy beautiful majestic long range mountain views and quaint Christmas tree farms as they drive through the area. Community features a pond and fire pit common area. This particular lot has a very gentle building site with easy driveway access and large rock outcroppings for built-in landscaping features. Low POA fees and underground utilities. MLS# 85489. $29,500.

Developer has reduced price from $49,000 on this very “easy to build” lot. Large 2.5 acre lot where you can enjoy the sound of moving water surrounding the home site - a nice stream runs through the property down along homesite. Very gentle access to lot and near level build, surrounded by beautiful trees. MLS# 87152. $19,900.

Sapphire Dramatic large acreage inside Sapphire Valley. 63 acres of mountain beauty with a bold stream flowing through the middle. Includes a small cabin and numerous out buildings. Property has views of mountains and rock faces. Little Hogback Creek is the stream which cascades through the property with many small waterfalls. The

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Sheepcliff Woods Only 1 mile from the center of downtown Cashiers to this property-very easy building envelope, to keep your foundation costs minimized. Sitting at 3600’ elevation, this lot has a view of the famed Whiteside Mountain. Community water in place and an expired 3 BR septic permit in hand, that could likely be improved-given the size of the lot. MLS# 87480. $69,000.

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Shepherds Drive Situated at 3,720 ft. in elevation is this spacious, un-manicured and gently rolling lot, full of wildlife and natural flora. As you explore the land you’ll find a small stream, roughed in roads, and a serene mountain setting. This lot has an abundance of gentle grade potential home sites, and can be subdivided into 1 acre minimum parcels. There are few restrictions on this parcel, providing ample opportunity for development and enjoyment. MLS# 88628. $45,000.

Shepherds Mountain $50,000 price drop on this incredible lake and mountain view lot with a flat building site to perch your home 400’ above Lake Glenville. This almost 2 acre lot is located in the gated community of Shepherds Mountain--that provides property owners in-ground utilities, nice paved roads, a small clubhouse, play area for the kids and deeded access to Lake Glenville. MLS# 88407. $99,900. Perched at 3,700’ elevation, this lot offers cool summer temperatures and end of road privacy. Shepherds Mountain has two lane paved roads throughout, and has a clubhouse and deeded access to Lake Glenville. Water rights in place and there is an expired 4 bedroom septic permit. MLS# 85588. $19,000.

Sims Valley Paved driveway already in place leading to the perfectly flat building site with 360 degree views. Long or short range mountain views in any direction you look! This private home site adjoins another 22+ acre tract that is privately owned with road access from the opposite end of the property providing this home site ultimate privacy. Sims Valley is a beautiful gated community with paved access, community water and underground utilities. MLS# 87563. $119,000. Extremely desirable building lot with bold stream frontage and a nearly level building site. This is the ideal place to build a mountain home overlooking a beautiful babbling stream with many small waterfalls. Enjoy some short and long range mountain views from this peaceful setting as well. Conveniently located near the community clubhouse, outdoor pool, fitness center and pavilion that owners can use for social gatherings. MLS# 85846. $59,900.

ranges surrounding. Miles and miles of views all the way to Tennessee. The building site is flat and the mountain falls away in every direction. MLS# 87237. $615,000.

Snowbird Tucked away in the high end Snowbird gated community is this fantastic 45.71 acre Gentleman’s farm! This property has plenty of room for homes and an abundance of easy building sites. As you approach the small rustic camping cabin, your greeted by gently rolling meadows and gorgeous layered mountain views. The cabin itself is studio style, with an outhouse steps away for a true 1800’s historic feel. MLS# 88803. $799,000.

Stonecreek Estates Lots 15, 32, and 36 in Stone Creek Estates with public water and sewer available. Conveniently located behind the gates at The Country Club of Sapphire Valley. A short walk or golf cart ride to the amenities of Sapphire Valley including golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor pools, fitness center, ski slope, zip lines and more. Membership to The Country Club of Sapphire Valley is by invitation only. MLS# 89300. $59,000. Three fabulous lots, some with incredible mountain views, in this conveniently located neighborhood in Sapphire Valley. A short walk or golf cart ride to CCSV or SVMA. Lots from $15,900 to $39,900. Fabulous views over Sapphire Valley and a short golf cart ride away from The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only) and the Sapphire Valley amenities. Build your dream house on this value priced lot. Lot next door also available for those seeking additional privacy or larger yard. Enjoy the views of Bald Rock and Lonesome Valley canyon. This gated community offers quick access to everything Sapphire Valley has to offer. MLS# 87722. $25,000.

Stone Pointe

Big view, small price! This easy build lot includes community water, paved roads, streams, ponds, a clubhouse with pool and exercise room and an antique farm house community center. Sims Valley is private, gated and just 10 minutes from Lake Glenville and 20 minutes from Cashiers. MLS# 88694. $30,000. Beautiful almost level lot with easy year round access and a near perfect build site. A rock lined bridge driveway goes level onto the lot. Betsy Creek boarders the property to the right of the driveway. Mountain views possible with tree trimming. Sims Valley is a scenic gated community located just 20 mins outside of Cashiers NC and offers amenities to include a clubhouse, pool, exercise facility, pond and picnic areas. MLS# 87145. $15,000. Great value for this 1.64 acre lot with nice building site, gated, paved, year round access. Possible long or short range ridgeline views with tree cutting. Located in the scenic Sims Valley, a beautiful gated community with paved access. Residents enjoy the private clubhouse, pavilion, swimming pool, ponds, fitness center, community water and underground utilities. MLS# 87773. $14,950.

Shoal Mountain Possibly the most dramatic view in the mountains. Own the whole mountain top at the northwest corner of Lake Glenville. You can see the whole lake and all the mountains

One of the premier lakefront lots on all of Lake Glenville is now available for the discerning buyer. Lot 5 is the namesake for its community, sitting on a point and features a beautiful rock outcropping. The lot features 1.54 acres to spread your wings, very gentle build site and walk to water, more than 400’ of shoreline, deep water, and an incredible Southerly facing view down the main channel of the lake. The extensive rock CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 work and boat dock convey, along with a 5 BR septic permit and drain field already HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

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LOTS & LAND installed.. MLS# 88390. $849,000. Nestled on the western shores of Lake Glenville, this 1+ acre lot is ready for your lakefront home. The home site features: driveway, potable and non-potable water lines, and underground power. The house site is cleared and a large dock is in place. Come see and imagine yourself on this beautiful piece of mountain waterfront property. MLS# 84508. $425,000.

Strawberry Hill Listen to the sounds of a rushing waterfall on Lake Glenville from this beautiful lot in Strawberry Hill! Build high to take advantage of lake and mountain views. Just a short walk to the common area access to Lake Glenville and the tennis courts. Peek-a-boo views of Lake Glenville that can be improved some with tree trimming and house site clearing. There is stunning rock face wall that sits just behind the home site adding a natural and unique landscape feature. MLS# 88761. $49,000.

Summer Cove Tremendous lake and mountain views, with a southern exposure from this lot. This incredible view lot offers amazing views down the south channel of the lake, with many layered mountain ranges in the distance. Summer Cove offers all lake view property owners a designated slip on the 10-slip community dock that’s just a short golf-cart ride away. Sitting 300’ above the lake, you’ll enjoy the cool breezes and spectacular views from 3,800’. MLS# 84680. $275,000.

Summer Hill Almost 3 acre lot in Summer Hill, a premier Lake Glenville community. Driveway partially in. Big lake and mountain view. Community dock, boat launch ramp, sandy beach, picnic shelter with fireplace and tennis court. Well managed gated community with wide paved roads and friendly neighbors. MLS# 88751. $295,000.

indigenous plants on property including rhododendron and mountain laurels. Membership to Chattooga Club by invitation. MLS# 88891. $360,000. Enjoy the soothing sounds of splashing water, from this beautiful lake-front lot behind the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club. This lot provides you the opportunity to site your dream home so you can enjoy the combination of seeing, and listening to, continuous water pouring over the dam in one direction…while enjoying a nice long view of Lake Chattooga from the other. Owner has beautiful set of house plans, designed by Meyer-Greeson-Paullin-Benson out of Charlotte, NC, that includes an observation deck and an optional guest house. One of the premier lots in all of Chattooga Club-now priced to sell, so you can start enjoy luxury lake living in the mountains. MLS# 89283. $349,000. Level and easy building lot located inside the prestigious, well established and gated community of the Chattooga Club. Homeowner amenities include Lake Chattooga, which is stocked yearly with trout; small boats available and fishing is allowed. Membership to club by invitation only. MLS# 87975. $335,000. Very gentle easy building site on corner lot on a quiet street. Amenities include picnic spot deeded to homeowners with views of 3 states. 10 acre lake stocked with trout, hiking trails, beautiful mature landscaping consisting of native flowering shrubbery and trees making for a very lush environment. Club membership by invitation only. MLS# 86667. $330,000.

Trillium The lowest priced lot in Trillium. Great location, close to both the lakeside clubhouse and marina and the golf clubhouse and associated amenities. This lot faces south with a view of Yellow Mountain. MLS# 84110. $29,000.

Wade Hampton Lot has a good view of Whiteside Mountain in well-established and exclusive neighborhood of Wade Hampton. Priced below market value! Motivated seller! MLS# 88888. $79,000.

Large lake access lot with great mountain and sunset views. MLS# 73981. $95,000. Big lake access lot with western exposure. View of mountains and sunsets. MLS# 73982. $95,000.

Tahala Shores This lot is a must-see for anyone looking for an easy-build site for their lakefront dream home with convenient boating access. The lot overlooks the wide part of the lake, offering unrivalled views. Its central location between Cashiers and Highlands provides a short drive to a variety of shopping and dining. A site plan is available that outlines the potential layout of this gently sloping lot, and a current three-bedroom septic permit is on file. MLS# 88490. $239,000. Fantastic opportunity to buy a lot with a boat dock on Lake Glenville within easy walking distance and not pay the high price of a lake front lot. Dock is in. Shared well. Easy build wooded lot. MLS# 83464. $100,000.

Waterdance If you love the idea of walking out your front door and going for a swim in the gently moving pool below your home, then this is the lot for you. The section of river frontage you own with this lot has both small rapids and slow moving pools, perfect for the avid angler or nature enthusiast. This lot has a valid septic permit for a three bedroom home, and also has access to the community water located 100’ from where the proposed home site is. MLS# 88593. $125,000. Located in the scenic Waterdance gated community is this great 1.76 acre riverfront lot! The lot has a roughed in road leading directly to the potential building site, which is just steps away from the rushing Tuckasegee River. There is a current three bedroom septic permit on file (no septic tank installed yet) and community water is readily available. The community itself features paved roads, covered bridge, gated access, and gorgeous water features such as the waterfall that is up the road from this lot. MLS# 88921. $125,000.

Whisper Lake

The Chattooga Club One of the few lots still available in this established, exclusive and gated community. Gentle building site with view potential. Many beautiful hardwoods and

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NEWLY PRICED Just around the corner from the Whisper Lake common area, this home site is the perfect setting to build a mountain getaway! The Whisper Lake common area has a lake side picnic area and dock where you can enjoy swimming, canoeing and kayaking. This beautiful lot also comes with Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 88503. $34,000.

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High Five

Rustic elegance meets classic Southern style in this spacious tri-story home, situated on a private road in exclusive, gated Chattooga Club. With plenty of room for the entire brood, entertaining guests is a pleasure. Gather for lively conversation or curl up with a good book in the great room with its soaring cathedral ceilings and stone fireplace. The family chef will love the beautiful, light-filled French Country gourmet kitchen featuring a professional gas range, double oven, center island with seating, and reclaimed timber beams. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.

THE CHATTOOGA CLUB

Tsali Cottage

Quaint and cozy cottage inside the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club community. Conveniently located to Clubhouse/Lodge and all amenities. Beautifully furnished two bedroom, two bath cottage with wood burning fireplace, wonderful deck with fireplace & open area. Master bedroom on main level, second bedroom upstairs. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

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VACATION RENTALS SAPPHIRE Holly Forest Hideway

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WHISPER L AKE Lakeside Cottage

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HIGH HEMLOCK Living on the Edge

F Family friendly home located in Sapphire Valley. This home offers an open kitchen, dining area, Master bedroom with private bath, and TV. Living room has a vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace (wood burning), and large deck. Great home for a couples getaway, guys golfing weekend or larger family. Sleeps 8 + daybed. For a small fee, guests have access to the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath gem is nestled in the woods of Holly Forest IV. It features 2 king sized bedrooms, one full bedroom and a bedroom with two twins that is great for kids. In addition there is a loft that kids will love to hide in and often sleep in. This house sleeps 8-10 comfortably. There are two decks off of the main dining area with outdoor tables.

This great condo is located in the Sapphire Valley community of River Chase, a wonderful neighborhood with lots of places to walk to including Meadow Lake & the Horsepasture River. Unit is only a short drive to many of the Sapphire Valley amenities. Some of the amenities include beautiful Fairfield Lake where you can hike or fish and enjoy nature at its finest.

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This wonderful three bedroom, three bath, single level living home is located in the heart of Sapphire. Entertaining is a pleasure with the well-appointed kitchen and an open, airy floor plan makes for comfortable living. Enjoy the cool mountain breezes on the large screened porch. Just minutes away are the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. This lakefront home is situated alongside tranquil Whisper Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. The upstairs has an expansive Great Room that features a gas fireplace and wall of windows overlooking the lake and mountains. All four bedrooms are roomy with good views and have access to a full bath. The outside garden was designed to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Amazing setting overlooking Lonesome Valley with views of Laurel Knob rock face and Cow Rock. This from 4,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; elevation in wonderful High Hemlock. Well maintained log home provides comfort and relaxation, with wood floors, wood-burning fireplace and master suite on main. This home is just a short drive from the endless hiking trails of Panthertown Valley.

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sapphirevalleyrealestate.com

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ncliving.com Pages 175-217 highlandssothebysrealty.com Page 122 highlandssothebysrealty.com Page 136 highlandssothebysrealty.com Page 113 highlandsssir.com Pages 5, 141 highlandsssir.com Page 139 highlandsssir.com Page 141 Restaurants

Pubs The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers

Landmark Realty Group – Holly Falls Lonesome Valley McKee Properties McKee Properties John & Sandy Barrow McKee Properties Liz Harrris McKee Properties Keven Hawkins McKee PropertiesMerry Soellner McKee Properties Beth Townsend Pat Allen Realty Group Preferred Properties – Ann Scott Preserve at Rock Creek Sapphire Valley Real Estate Silver Creek Real Estate Group Sotheby’s - Bill Bubenick Sotheby’s Joe and Kay Deckman Sotheby’s - Jody Lovell Sotheby’s - Bert Mobley Sotheby’s - David Parker Sotheby’s - Nancy Plate

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Highlands-Cashiers Directory 4118 Kitchen and Bar Adair Bros. Smokehouse BBQ adairbrotherssmokehouse.com Altitudes at Skyline altitudesatskyline.com Bake My Day Cafe & Bistro Cashiers Farmers Market cashiersfarmersmarket.com Cyprus cyprushighlands.com Fire + Water firemt.com Fressers Courtyard Cafe & Catering The Kitchen thekitchenofhighlands.com Lakeside Restaurant lakesiderestaurant.info Log Cabin Restaurant logcabinhighlands.com Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden Meritage Bistro meritagehighlands.com On the Verandah ontheverandah.com The Orchard theorchardcashiers.com Paoletti’s Restaurant paolettis.com Rosewood Market rosewoodgourmet.com Slabtown Pizza slabtownpizza.com Sky Pie Pizza

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SweeTreats sweetreatshighlands.com The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands theuglydogpub.com The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers theuglydogpub.com Whiteside Brewing Co. whitesidebrewing.com Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro wolfgangs.net The Zookeeper Bistro

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Dutchman’s Designs Summer Place Antiques Vivianne Metzger

Page 5 Page 91

Highlands Cashiers Players Highlands Playhouse Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center

Roofing Pro Servicess Roman’s Roofing LLC romansroofingnc.com

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Rugs Acorns ACP Home Interiors acphomeinteriors.com Bound’s Cave boundscaverugs.com Carolina Rustic Furniture carolinarusticfurniture.com Shiraz Oriental Rug Gallery shirazruggalleries.com The Summer House summerhousehighlands.com Summer Place Antiques summerplaceantiques.com The Village Hound onceuponadog.com

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Shipping Services Stork’s Wrap, Pack & Ship Annawear Gracewear Collections gracewearcollection.com Highland Hiker highlandhiker.com Martha Anne’s Nora and Company Spoiled Rotten spoiledrotten2.com TJ Bailey for Men tjbmens.com pinnacleantiaging.com

classiclinksandluggage.com

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Vacation Rentals Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chambers Realty Landmark Vacation Rentals Pebble Creek Village Silver Creek Real Estate Group

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meadowsmountainrealty.com highlandsiscalling.com landmarkvacations.com pebble-creek.com ncliving.com

Page 101 Pages 57, 138 Pages 78, 79 Page 52 Pages 175-217

Websites cashiersnorthcarolina.com

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Wedding Services 37 High Holly thevineyardat37highholly.com Fiddlehead Designs Oakleaf oakleafhighlands.com The Orchard theorchardcashiers.com Wedding Farmhouse weddingfarmhouse.com

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Highlands Wine Shoppe

highlandswineshoppe.com

Page 82

Window Treatments Pages 142, 151 Page 9 Page 139 Page 137 Page 45, 138 Page 156

The Designer Market thedesignersmarket.com Gray Lighting & Woodworks The Summer House summerhousehighlands.com

Page 51 Pages 4, 126 Page 25

Woodwork ACP Home Interiors acphomeinteriors.com Gray Lighting & Woodwork

Page 31 Pages 4, 126

Yoga Page 158

Tables Acorns ACP Home Interiors acphomeinteriors.com

Page 143

Highlands Transportation Company Page 148

Sunglasses Classic Links & Luggage

Page 157

Wine & Accessories

Spas The Boutique Nails & Spa Canyon Spa lonesomevalley.com Old Edwards Inn & Spa oldedwardsinn.com Pinnacle Anti Aging pinnacleantiaging.com

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Transportation

Socks Peak Experience peakexp.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium

highlandspac.org

The Corner Store

Skin Care Pinnacle Anti Aging

highlandscashiersplayers.org highlandsplayhouse.org

Toys

Cashiers Community Website Page 145 Page 107 Page 37 Page 111 Page 15 Page 70 Page 69

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Theatre/Entertainment

Page 9 Shoes

dutchmansdesigns.com summerplaceantiques.com vmantiques.com

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Cashiers Valley Fusion Yoga of Highlands

cashiersvalleyfusion.com yogahighlands.com

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Zipline Adventures Highlands Aerial Park

highlandsaerialpark.com Page 145

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PARTING SHOT ALONG THE UPPER CHATTOOGA BY STEVE VAUGHN

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