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The area that includes
Cashiers, Highlands, Lake Toxaway and Lake Glenville is
located on a plateau in the southern tip of the Blue Ridge
Mountains of western North Carolina. At elevations of
between 3,000 - 5,000 feet, it has long been the summer
residential choice of well-known, affluent people who
primarily live in the southern states, and wish to escape
the summer heat. Many residents of this plateau area live
here as second homeowners. The single, biggest attraction of
the mountains is the climate.
The
average rainfall in this area is anywhere from 75 - 200
inches annually. Sounds like a lot, doesn't it? It is!
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In this alpine rainforest (the
only one of its kind in the eastern United States), the flora
and fauna flourish in a beautiful profusion of variety and
color. Some of these delights include the blooms of Mountain
Laurel and Rhododendron and the antics of deer, raccoon,
bobcats, fox and bear. Overhead, gracefully catching the "thermals",
one can enjoy watching hawk and falcon.
Often called the land
of waterfalls, there are too many to mention. However, some
of the most spectacular are Whitewater Falls, Bridle Veil
Falls, Silver Run Falls and Dry Falls. All of these
waterfalls are easy to reach and well worth the short hike
to view them.
The population of Cashiers,
Highlands, Lake Toxaway and Glenville is small. There are
only a few thousand year-round residents, even though the
climate is relatively temperate all year. There are
approximately 33,000 people included in the population count
for all of Jackson County, which also includes the county
seat of Sylva. |
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There is an atmosphere of small town
courtesy and generosity not found in most large cities. The
folks here just seem to care. Remember, when you come to the
mountains, you're now on "mountain time". The pace is
slower, easier and no amount of "hurry up" will
matter!
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While you're in the
mountains, be sure to enjoy as many of the summer outdoor
activities as you have time for. You'll most likely find
that you're more of an 'outdoorsy" person than you
thought! Some of these activities include hiking, biking,
white water rafting, golf, rock climbing, boating and
skiing. There are any number of adventure providers in the
area that can help you with your particular adventure.
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Accommodations
(if you don't already own mountain property) on the
Highland-Cashiers plateau are plentiful, but be prepared to
plan early, and remember that seasonal rates apply during
the very busy summer months.
There are lots of
wonderful
restaurants
for the casual diner to enjoy, while in the mountains. Don't
look for red striped roofs or the golden arches, though
there are a new Wendy's and SubWay, both of which are more a
mountain style than the average fast food store front. A
more complete list of dining establishments will follow.
Shopping
is a favorite pastime in the Highlands-Cashiers area, and
there are lots of wonderful shops to browse! From mountain
clothing and outdoor necessities to antiques from all over
the world and art galleries to gift shops, there can be
found something for everyone, of all ages! |
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Be sure to watch for seasonal
events throughout the area, while you're in the mountains.
Wyndham Resort has a full schedule of activities to occupy your
time and there are many organizations that have special summer
events as well.
The listings below will hopefully help
you with obtaining information about your mountain vacation. If
you're looking for a mountain home or the perfect property to
build your mountain dream, please remember
Merry
Soellner at Balistreri Realty - I can help!
| Brick Oven Pizza -
Highlands |
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526-4121 |
| Brown Trout Mountain
Grille - Lake Toxaway |
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877-3474 |
| Buck's Coffee Café
- Highlands |
|
526-0020 |
| Cornucopia Restaurant
- Cashiers |
|
743-3750 |
| Cyprus Restaurant -
Highlands |
|
526-4429 |
| The Diner - Lake
Toxaway |
|
884-4815 |
| Fireside Restaurant -
Highlands |
|
526-3636 |
| Fressers Eatery -
Highlands |
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526-4188 |
| Golden China -
Highland |
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526-5525 |
| Happ's Place -
Cashiers |
|
743-2266 |
| Horacio's Restaurante
- Cashiers |
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743-2792 |
| JJ's Eatery -
Glenville |
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743-7778 |
| Jimmy Mac's Grill -
Cashiers |
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743-1180 |
| Lakeside Restaurant -
Highlands |
|
526-9419 |
| The Library - Cashiers |
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743-5512 |
| Lightwater Grille -
Cashiers |
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743-5410 |
| Mica's Restaurant -
Cashiers |
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743-5740 |
| Oak Street Café
- Highlands |
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787-2200 |
| The Orchard - Cashiers |
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743-7614 |
| Osteria del Monte -
Sapphire |
|
883-2551 |
| Paoletti's Restaurant
- Highlands |
|
526-4906 |
| Peregrine at the Cove
- Highlands |
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787-2465 |
| Subway of Cashiers -
Cashiers |
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743-1300 |
| The Zookeeper -
Cashiers |
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743-1400 |
| Wild Thyme Bakery -
Cashiers |
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743-1065 |
| Wild Thyme Gourmet -
Highlands |
|
526-4035 |
| Wolfgang's on Main -
Highlands |
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526-3807 |
| Old Edwards Inn and
Spa - Highlands |
|
526-8008 |
| Highlands Inn-
Highlands |
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526-9380 |
| Woodlands Inn of
Sapphire (B&B) |
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966-4709 |
| Laurelwood Mountain
Inn - Cashiers |
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743-9939 |
| 41/2 Street Inn -
Highlands (B&B) |
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526-4464 |
| High Hampton Inn &
Country Club - Cashiers |
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743-2411 |
| Hampton Inn - Cashiers |
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| Hampton Inn -
Highlands |
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526-5899 |
| Cabins In The Laurel |
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743-2621 |
| The Cabins At Seven
Foxes |
|
877-6333 |
| Greystone Inn |
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966-4700 |
| Innisfree Victorian
Inn |
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743-2946 |
| Sapphire Valley Resort
Rentals - Cashiers |
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743-1763 |
| Cashiers Resort
Rentals - Cashiers |
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743-9234 |
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