Georgia Mountains (Atlanta, Blue Ridge: live in, price, vs.)

[marybeth]

We recently moved to NE Atlanta from where else-South Florida and would like to find a reasonably priced weekend getaway/vacation cabin in the mountains that is rentable. I would appreciate any comments as to the differences in the NW vs. NE mountains. Have teens so it would be great if there was some type of "action" like a downtown area, lake, etc. Also would appreciate any info on lake &/or golf properties in these areas that is still affordable ($200,000-300,000). Would like location to be no more than 2 hours away from Atlanta. Thanks!

[GAisGreat]

Try Blue Ridge or Rabun County. Both BEAUTIFUL areas! Still deals to be had!

[atlantagreg30127]

If you go far enough NW, you'll be fairly close to Chattanooga, which has a lot of touristy things to do (river, aquarium, fairly vibrant downtown area, etc). Even though I live in West Cobb, will spend the extra time driving up to Chattanooga over downtown Atlanta many times as I find it cleaner, safer, and less congested with plenty to do. Not far south you're in the GA. mountain area with cabins, etc.