Lake Chatuge Waterfront Townhouse - The Perfect Winter-Spring 2025 Getaway

This property is owned by two baby-boomers who have worked very hard in stressful jobs and fast paced organizations for many years (perhaps like you!). Our dream was to one day own a special place on a lake in the mountains so we could relax and enjoy the fruits of our labor. We also wanted a place that could be shared with family, friends and even strangers seeking a temporary refuge from big cities and hectic 21st Century living.

While living in the flat lands of Florida our family had always enjoyed taking trips up to the North Georgia mountains-especially when were we fortunate enough to stay on a lake or stream. Having fishing and boating in our family DNA we always found a special kind of happiness and peace when we were on or near water. After many years of renting condos, houses and motels in the Hiawassee area, in 2012 we purchased a place on the water that offered year-around fishing and boating along with fantastic views of both Lake Chatuge and the beautiful mountains. Even more fantastic it was an easy paved drive to get to and just a short walk to a downtown area.

When we first stayed in this unit as renters, we immediately discovered a special combination of joy and solitude from our first night. We watched from the porch swing the sunset over the lake and mountains while boats passed in front of us. Even though one had a sense of being in a secluded mountain location we found that within a short walk you could find in downtown Hiawassee a major grocery store, hardware store, a library, police station, restaurants, gas stations, banks, drug stores, churches, boat/jet ski rental shops and even a hospital and nursing home-which fortunately we have yet to use! What a rare combination of lakefront seclusion and in-town convenience! Then we found that within a half hour's drive there were a variety of things to do. This includes small mountain towns in Georgia and North Carolina, the highest peak in Georgia (Brasstown Bald), quaint antique shops, a resort and spa, a Swiss-like village (Helen), a folk art school, hiking and bike trails, waterfalls, wineries and even an alpaca farm! There are really no bad seasons of the year in the North Georgia mountains-only very different ones: Spring is full of bright greens, flowering plants and trees and the smell of mountain wild flowers.. Summers are filled with long sunny days and cool evenings with lots of special concerts and events to enjoy. Fishing, boating and jet skiing activities are at their peak. Fall bursts with many hues of gold, red and yellow from the gentle valleys to the tops of the highest peaks. Each weekend offers a variety of arts and crafts shows. Winters are very quiet and peaceful- a great time to come up for a unique Holiday vacation or a special Valentine's celebration. Sure the mornings can be a bit chilly but the afternoons are usually mild enough for a pleasant walk or bike ride along a lakeshore or mountain path. This property reminds us of other beautiful mountain/water vistas we have seen in countries like Switzerland, Italy and Ireland.