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11-12-2009, 07:38 AM
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beach and mountains?
I am looking for a beach area with good schools and nice community feel. The problem is I also find that I need to see rolling hills to feel good. Most areas are very flat. I have thought about a lake area and its doable. I want mild winters and to live on the Eastern coast. I have looked at many areas but have not found "It" yet. Just like to hear some other options I may be overlooking.
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11-12-2009, 10:56 AM
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Beaches and mountains...if you want to swim in the ocean, CA is the place to be. If you prefer fresh water, Oregon and WA are can't miss. Since you prefer the East coast, I'd suggest North Carolina. The coast is lovely and Smokey Mtns are really beautiful.
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11-12-2009, 02:57 PM
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Terrain near the beaches south of New England is flat. In NC, you have to drive a couple of hours to start seeing much in the way of hills. Thus, to get mild winters, hills & water on the east coast you're probably looking at inland lakes & reserviors.
A couple to consider:
Lake James, NC
Smith Mountain Lake, VA
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11-13-2009, 04:46 AM
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You might also want to check out Lake Chatuge in Georgia or North Carolina. It straddles the state line.
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11-13-2009, 07:37 AM
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Thanks alot of the Lakes in NC I have looked into and they are beautiful. My next trip may be down to the Lake Lure area. Just not sure if there is work to be found in these areas. Smith Mountain Lake seems to be more summer homes or retired people. Doesn't sound like an area for a young family, maybe I am wrong? One thing that drives me nuts about lakes, especially in NC is that they contain a nuclear plant on many of them. I really am not fond of living by one or even seeing one in the distance. Would love California but it seems so far from home and not drivable. But keep the thoughts coming!
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11-13-2009, 06:12 PM
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11-13-2009, 06:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by familymom
Thanks alot of the Lakes in NC I have looked into and they are beautiful. My next trip may be down to the Lake Lure area. Just not sure if there is work to be found in these areas. Smith Mountain Lake seems to be more summer homes or retired people. Doesn't sound like an area for a young family, maybe I am wrong? One thing that drives me nuts about lakes, especially in NC is that they contain a nuclear plant on many of them. I really am not fond of living by one or even seeing one in the distance. Would love California but it seems so far from home and not drivable. But keep the thoughts coming!
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There are two nuclear reactors east of Charlotte, and the other three are near the NC coast. If you're looking in the NC mountains you won't have to worry about that.  |
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11-13-2009, 07:38 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JustCallMeTC
Beaches and mountains...if you want to swim in the ocean, CA is the place to be. If you prefer fresh water, Oregon and WA are can't miss. Since you prefer the East coast, I'd suggest North Carolina. The coast is lovely and Smokey Mtns are really beautiful.
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Water is generally in California (although CA would be my first choice).
New York (long Island) Beaches, Catskills are about 3 hour away.
Hudson valley gives you the smell of the ocean with views of the mountains. |
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11-18-2009, 04:42 PM
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Beach and Mountains Got em. See www.georgecurley.com or call
Quote:
Originally Posted by familymom
I am looking for a beach area with good schools and nice community feel. The problem is I also find that I need to see rolling hills to feel good. Most areas are very flat. I have thought about a lake area and its doable. I want mild winters and to live on the Eastern coast. I have looked at many areas but have not found "It" yet. Just like to hear some other options I may be overlooking.
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Have both beach and mountains in app. foothills . See George Curley Realty - Home |
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