What to see and do...
            WELCOME TO NORTH GEORGIA AND BEYOND...
We have placed the area's most popular attraction links and a brief description
of each link on this site to save you time and effort. The list is divided  into
three sections. Places to see, Things to do and What's going on now.
Each entry in the first two sections is followed by a link to take you to more
information about the attraction you are previewing. The third section is a
schedule of events. See
what's going on in Helen, Hiawassee and the surrounding
area each month. We select what we think will be of interest to most people and
display it on this site. What we don't list is available from one of the sources listed in
our more information section on this page. Look for the check mark indicating more
information is available.
If you would like to talk with us about information on this page or our site  or to
Price, Plan or Book a service with us please give us a call:
828 389 CALL (2255)
We are open 24/7/ 365 days a year. Romantic Lake Cruises.
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                               Must See Places

1. HELEN GEORGIA:  A Fun place to visit and enjoy Bavarian Foods and shopping in  
replica of a Bavarian village. Good Food, Lodging, Water Park and more.

2. UNICOI  STATE PARK: Hiking Trails, Lodging, Water Fall and Buffet.

3.  BRASS TOWN BALD: The highest point in Georgia, observatory with fun and
    
 educational films and exhibits for the whole family.
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4. LAKE CHATUGE: In the States of Georgia and North Carolina 132 miles of shoreline,
   
 7,700 acres of water surrounded by mountains, Fish, Swim, Cruise on the Rendezvous the
   
 Lake Chatuge Love Boat or take a family fun ride on the Chatoogie Queen or rent a canoe
   
 for two through Romantic Lake Cruises or a pontoon boat and do it yourself.

5. JOHN CAMPBELL FOLK SCHOOL: Located in Hayesville, North Carolina, rich in
   
 history and filled with talented people teaching and learning crafts.

6. Peacock Playhouse: Located in Hayesville, North Carolina, provides
seasonal plays with local talent but professional in presentation. A fun place.
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              FUN THINGS TO DO

1. GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR: Twice a year its fair time with food,  Unique craft
demonstrations, artisans selling their crafts a carnival and more. Good family fun.

2. ANDERSON MUSIC HALL: Its just what the name implies a good time at a music
hall with famous entertainers.

3. RIDGES Marina: Rent a Jet Ski or Pontoon Boat Take a Cruise on the Rendezvous
from Romantic Lake Cruises, sports bar, Family dining, newly renovated lodging and more.
4. CHATUGE DAM:  A wonderful place to walk and commune with nature for the whole
family. A gentle walk with spectacular mountain and lake views, Bring your camera.
Approximately 3 paved miles for pleasant relaxation. Especially beautiful at Sunrise and
Sunset.  
                                  
5.
CLAY RECREATION AREA: Picnic, Swim, or just enjoy the lake. A nice place to
meet other families or talk to local people about the area and its colorful history.
6. FUN WORLD: A family fun place with friendly staff, casual dining and snack food. Full
of things to do from go carts, laser tag and more for children of all ages.

7. FISHING: From guided fishing to learning to fish, license information and what to use
for bait and where to get it gear and more try HI Fly or the Chatoogie Queen the family friendly
boat that specializes in teaching mom and the kids how to fish so dad can go fish.
10. Romantic Lake Cruises: For Adult romantic cruises from sunrise to sunset and
into moonlight with Roses, Candle lit dinners and desserts with complimentary wine, soft music
and pictures to make your memory...
We make memories... Let us make one for you....
11. Chatoogie Queen: For Family Fun that you will remember fondly its the Chatoogie
Queen for fun on the lake with swimming, rafting and more including pictures of your fun time.
12. Canoe for Two: Imagine a pleasant afternoon on a gentle lake complete with picnic
lunch, parasol for my lady and more available from Simple Pleasures your home away from
home.
FREE to weekly guests and reasonably priced for others.
          Schedule of Events             
            
   Monthly Postings will begin again in May 2008

North Georgia:

Helen Georgia:

Hayesville North Carolina:

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  Fun Lodging and Lake Fun for Adults and Families
                              Promotions
Romantic lake Cruises: Other Cruises    Fantasy
All Cruise photos are doubled during the months of  July and August
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Simple Pleasures Lodging:
10% off our regular rate for Military on active duty, Fire, Police, EMT and
couples over 65 years of age during the month of
August 2008.
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Founders Day August 16 th. FREE  rides for all lodging guests who have
stayed at Simple Pleasures or Teddy Bear Cottage and Mountain Memory
Dollar Club members on the
Chatoogie Queen. Includes Free Picnic.
Last day to get this freebie is July 31 2008 Call: 828 389 CALL (2255).
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The Teddy Bear Cottage:

Family Lodging at an affordable price: $4
95.00 for 6 nights for a full apartment
on the Souther
n High roads trail facing the mountains and a block from the
lake with a front porch. 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, 1and 1/2 baths, a play room,
full dining room, living room and a mowed field for the kids to play in.

FREE ride on the Chatoogie Queen with lunch and one self guided tour are
also included in the lodging price.. during the months of June, July and
August. Reserve now and we even throw in hula hoops, balls and more to
use
while you stay.   
Call: 828 389 CALL(2255)
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Magical Mountain Motor Tours:

See the waterfalls of 3 states, the smoky mountains, the 10 best sites in NC or
the 10 best sites in Ga. or select a package or talk to our
FREE planner for the
tour of your dreams. Imagine a Limousine for dinner available to our guests
only and much more.

13. Horse back riding: For Fun for the whole family many stables are available in this
area offering a variety of riding experiences. Romantic Lake Cruises can tell you about what is
available, cost and more on the areas best stables.
14. Mountain Adventure: Fun in the mountains starts here with a variety of things to
do in your comfort level from gentle walks to real hikes, Lake fun with Romantic Lake Cruises,
Chatoogie Queen for families, Canoe for two with picnic lunch and more, White water rafting,
Jet skis, swimming, fishing, Water falls, its all available here in N. Ga. or experience the fun of
junqtiquing with Magical Mountain Motor Tours or walking the streets of Bavarian Helen
Georgia. Romantic dining, Chef on Call 4 you services, Romance in the mountains and more
gentle things to do are all here in the beautiful N. Ga. and NC mountains or for the more
adventurous White water rafting up to class 5 and more.
15. Mountain Romance: Gorgeous sunrises, Beautiful sunsets, Magnificent Views,
More Romantic Settings than you can imagine are here for you to enjoy. Get the best of what
the mountains have to offer. See gorgeous water falls, Swim in mountain streams, read a book
in a Quiet place. Take a motor tour or a lake cruise, Have your picture taken, Rent a canoe or
get one for
Free at Simple Pleasures lodging, Your Home away from Home. Enjoy a Date
your wife Dinner,
or plan a family outing on the Chatoogie Queen or a stay at the Teddy
Bear Cottage.
     Its all here...  All thats missing is you....
16. Mountain Weddings: From Proposal to Vow Renewal as you move
through the stages of wedded life 4 Simple Weddings is here to arrange and assist
you in making your events a memory. Marry in Helen, Marry at a water fall, on a
mountain top or on a beautiful stream, meadow or glade. Simple Weddings does it
all. Minister, Limousine, Variety of Places to marry including the Azalea room,
Wedding Themes and Colors, Special Effects, Pictures, Vow writing, Pre wedding
pampering, Wedding Night lodging, Receptions and more for the adventurous couple.
Romantic Lake Cruises your guide to mountain fun and Romance.
Enjoy the best that the mountains have to offer on the Lake, in the water, high on a
mountain top or enjoy Romantic Lodging, Delicious meals at the area's best
restaurants, Limousines, Romantic settings and more or for more information on the
schedule of events or Fun Things To Do speak with one of our
FREE planners at:

            828 389 CALL (2255)
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An evening of Romance at your place or ours...
Sale Month of May.... Date your wife...25% Off.
And of Course....                                       828 389 Call (2255)
There is always Simple Pleasures
The home you want when you are away from home
Simple Pleasures, more than a B&B, better than a vacation rental offering a
destination location that is comfortable, cozy, clean and affordable with a full
apartment facing the mountains and a block from the lake. For more details
click on our adult lodging block below or call our FREE planner and be sure to
ask about our special touches program and the variety of services we offer.....
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            MUST BOOK BY THIS DATE 6-30-08

                  Save $300.00 on the Smoky Mountain tour
     Tour must be used during the month
S of JUNE OR JULY 2008

        
                 Call today to book: 828 389 (2255)