28 November 2007

Stealing Beauty









One of the things that comes as a surprise to many is the incredible variety – both literally and figuratively – of the American landscape.

Much more than cookie cutter holiday villas and midtown skyscrapers, there are small villages everywhere, north to south, east to west, all different from each other and distinctive in any number of ways. There are breathtaking vistas, climates of every sort and, except in urban centres, an astonishing amount of space.

One of the things I want to do here is to introduce you to places you never knew existed. Quirky, perhaps, certainly unique, always enchanting.

If you fancy something that satisfies on any number of levels, imagine this spectacular view, picture yourself standing here with a cup of tea, awed and comforted at the same moment.

Yes, by goodness, a real long cabin. But not just any old nostalgic piece of rustic real estate, rather a sublimely well fitted out home, from the two full baths, central heating and cooling systems to the exceptionally sophisticated kitchen.

But imagine further. Imagine all this AND a local community renowned for the quality and reach of its local theatre, not to mention superb trout fishing. A community which belies all stereotypes and is warm, welcoming and eclectic.

It is tucked into an unspoiled corner of the American southeast, affording absolute privacy, yet close to anything you might fancy, whether it be the arts, music or even airports.

And who could imagine that it can be had for a mere €200,000?

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