LOCAL LEGENDS

Congratulations to Craig Kettles of Lakemont for being featured in the August, 2009, Atlanta Magazine! “Rabun reverie” by Suzanne Oliver describes this local designer’s work: “A mountain resident himself, the Lakemont-based designer ditched the tired lodge motif for a more youthful, contemporary look.” To see photographs of Craig’s design in action, be sure to pick up the August issue of Atlanta Magazine or look online www.atlantamagazine.com

Tiger Mountain Vineyards in Georgia Trend

John and Martha Ezzard, founders of Tiger Mountain Vineyards, were recognized in the July issue of Georgia Trend Magazine for their efforts and contributions toward funding a professorship in oenology at the University of Georgia.

"The first Tiger Mountain wines were sold in 2001; the output is now about 3,000 cases of wine each year, placing Tiger Mountain squarely in the "boutique winery category."

Read the full article here!

Southern Distinction lauds Rabun County businesses!

Nantahala Outdoor Center was mentioned in the July 2009 Southern Distinction magazine. The Stockton House (“A Piece of Heaven in the Mountains”) and several other Rabun County businesses were also mentioned (“Escape to Rabun” by Mary Boland ) in the June 2009 issue of Southern Distinction Magazine.

To read other articles in Southern Distinction, click here!

Rabun hits MSN.COM

The Budget Travel Article “One Tank Escapes for Seven Cities – Lake Rabun, GA” has been picked up my MSN.com and is featured on their travel section, which gets 2.5 million viewers a month!
Check it out!

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Georgia Sportsman recommends Tallulah River

"Georgia Angling Getaways" by Jeff Samsel confirms Rabun County's motto--Where Spring Spends the Summer:

"When summer turns really hot, it's time to look for a place that's just a
little bit cooler, and in Georgia, that means heading for the mountains."

This article suggests the Tallulah River as a good place to find "wild rainbows and browns and produces an occasional big fish. Freshly stocked rainbow trout dominate catches, though, and it's hard to beat fishing pools with bait or hitting spots all along the river with an in-line spinner for dependable action."

Read the full article here!

Atlanta Homes Enjoys Persimmon Creek!

A recent article in Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles recognized the achievements of a local vineyard--Persimmon Creek.
"The wines from their Rabun County estate, Persimmon Creek Vineyards, have long graced the menus of the region’s top restaurants, including Bacchanalia, Restaurant Eugene and The Cloister at Sea Island."

Read the full article here!