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Old 03-13-2008, 11:36 AM
 
Location: Greenville, SC
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(Hi...I am posting this in GA, NC, SC, and TN...interested in all areas!)

Hello! My husband and I are interested in moving to SC, NC, GA or TN...we want to live in or very close to the mountains (hiking!) however, would also like the conveniences of a city. (i.e. Target, grocery store, restaurants, good schools, etc.)
Does this exist?
THANK YOU for your time and help. We have been researching lately and can't find anything like this. Hubby is a firefighter...so I larger city is necessary for his work (to have a decent salary) however, we love the mountains. Any advice or recommendations is MUCH appreciated. Thank you so much!!
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Old 03-13-2008, 12:40 PM
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Location: St Simons Island, GA
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Gainesville and Dalton are the larger mountain cities in GA; honestly, if I were you, I'd shoot for Asheville, NC...my favorite town of any size in that area.
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Old 03-13-2008, 01:20 PM
 
Location: Greenville, SC
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thanks, lovindecatur!
I will definitely check out all three of those. I really appreciate your recommendations.
When you know nothing about where you are moving it can be overwhelming and intimidating. I appreciate you taking the time to help!!
Have a great night!
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Old 03-15-2008, 08:29 AM
 
Location: Walker County, GA
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GottaGetOut....I would check out the NW corner of GA. You would be very close to Chattanooga, TN (I think about 20 mins away from say Chickamauga). It's a beautiful area and much less expensive than anywhere in NC. We are moving that way from central NC in June and are very excited. Take a look at Walker County and Dade County in NW Ga. I think you will like what you find. Good luck to you.
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Old 03-15-2008, 08:34 AM
 
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Another option is NE GA/SC.

Near Lake Hartwell--Hartwell, Lavonia, Toccoa

Currahee Mountain>>>
Currahee Mountain - Toccoa, Georgia (http://www.screamingeagles.com/Images/Photo_Illus/CurraheeMtn.html - broken link)

Toccoa Trails>>>
Toccoa Trails | Toccoa Parks | Georgia

bhs
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Old 03-15-2008, 10:09 AM
 
Location: Gainesville, Georgia
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Smile North Georgia Mountains

Gainesville Georgia is a very nice area as well. They do have a good size fire department. It also puts you within 1 hour of Atlanta. Hall County(that is where Gainesville is located) is now part of the metro area but approx 1 hour north is where tha Appalachian mountains begin. Very beautiful area. Get the best of both worlds.
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Old 03-15-2008, 05:39 PM
 
Location: Charleston, SC
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You might also look into the Tri-Cities of TN/VA, which is a little over an hour from Asheville, NC. Johnson City, Kingsport, and Bristol are all medium-sized cities and are definitely in the mountains. There are also many small, quaint, artsy little towns surrounding them which are fun to visit on weekends. Lots of hiking, kayaking/canoeing, whitewhater rafting, music, local arts and crafts, great foods, etc. in the area too.
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Old 03-15-2008, 05:49 PM
 
Location: Greenville, SC
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WOW! Thankyou everyone! You have given us lots of GREAT options and places to concider and research. My husband and I will be driving up next month to check out some of these spots. Now the only hard part...choosing which to visit! HA! They ALL sound wonderful!

Thank you so much and feel free to keep 'em coming if anyone has anymore suggestions.

Also, I didnt' think Gainesville was in the mountains...am I mistaken?
Thank you!!!!
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Old 03-16-2008, 09:19 AM
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Location: St Simons Island, GA
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Also, I didnt' think Gainesville was in the mountains...am I mistaken?
Thank you!!!!
It's not 'in' the mountains, but right up against them...mountain towns like Cleveland, Helen, etc would be an easy commute.
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Old 03-16-2008, 11:30 AM
 
Location: Atlanta, GA
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Originally Posted by GottaGetOuttaFL View Post
WOW! Thankyou everyone! You have given us lots of GREAT options and places to concider and research. My husband and I will be driving up next month to check out some of these spots. Now the only hard part...choosing which to visit! HA! They ALL sound wonderful!

Thank you so much and feel free to keep 'em coming if anyone has anymore suggestions.

Also, I didnt' think Gainesville was in the mountains...am I mistaken?
Thank you!!!!
Yeah, its not in the mountains, but it is close enough to see them in the distance. It's about a 45 minute drive to the actual mountain areas north of Cleveland and Helen.
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