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Kosher
Cove
Guest Guide
“For in His power are the hidden mysteries of
earth, and the mountain summits are His.”
Psalm 95
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Kosher
Contents
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Emergency Information 3
General Information 4
Check-out Procedures 5
Kosher Kitchen 6
Judaica 7
Business Services 8
Music 9
Television & Gaming 10
Pool 12
Spa 13
Area Information 14
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Kosher Emergency
Cove Information
In the event of an emergency, dial 911 from your cell phone.
There is no landline telephone service at Kosher Cove.
Kosher Cove Address
1933 Woods Landing Drive
Young Harris, GA 30582
Towns County
Hospitals/Emergency Rooms
Chatuge Regional Hospital Union General Hospital
110 South Main Street 35 Hospital Circle
Hiawassee, GA 30546 Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 896-2222 (706) 745-2111
www.uniongeneralhospital.com www.uniongeneralhospital.com
- about 10 minutes away - about 25 minutes away
Pharmacy Veterinary
Rite Aid Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital
131 South Main Street 1619 State Highway 17 North
Hiawassee, GA 30546 Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 896-2255 (706) 896-1244
- about 10 minutes away www.lakechatugeanimalhospital.com
- about 5 minutes away
First Aid Kit
A first aid kit for minor injuries is in the small cabinet to the right of the microwave.
Weather/Weather Alerts
Mountain weather can sometimes change rapidly and severe weather is an
occasional possibility. There is a weather alert radio on top of the bookcase to the left
of the fireplace. Press the “weather” button to hear about the weather. The radio is
also set to automatically announce any weather warnings. This auto notification
feature works properly much of the time, but is not 100% reliable.
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Kosher General
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General Rules
In lieu of listing every single action that might be prohibited, we primarily rely on
asking guests to employ common sense and good middos. Please contact the
property manager if you have any questions.
Thermostats
The main house thermostat is located in the front foyer. The loft thermostat is on the
wall as you walk into the loft and turn right after the bathroom. Make sure thermostats
show “hold” so an automated schedule does not take over.
Kitchen/Bathroom Supplies
Kitchen and bathrooms are stocked upon arrival with basic supplies.
Food/Groceries
Small gas station convenience stores are found along the main highway. There are
two nice Ingles supermarkets both 10 minutes from the house. One is in downtown
Hiawassee and the other in Hayesville, NC.
Ingles Supermarket Ingles Supermarket
94 North Main Street 230 Highway 64
Hiawassee, GA 30546 Hayesville, NC 28904
(706) 896-8312 (828) 389-4460
Shopping
Downtown Hiawassee has a basic selection of pharmacy, hardware, electronics, and
clothing stores.
Fireplace
The living room fireplace is easily activated by flipping on the switch in the bookcase
to the right of the fireplace.
Fire Pit
Guests are welcome to enjoy campfires in the fire pit down by the lake. Exercise
caution when opening the nearby firewood stack as stinging insects and spiders like
to hang out next to the wood. Lighters can be found in kitchen drawers.
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Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere in the house or loft. Guests are welcome to
smoke on the deck or anywhere else outside.
Garbage
All household garbage should be bagged and placed into the garbage cans on the
far side of the garage. There are no recycling services available.
Dogs
Please keep dogs off the furniture as pet hair is hard to remove and future guests may
have allergies. Dog beds and bowls may be brought into the house from the garage.
If you know your dog is prone to scratch doors or windows when he wants to go out,
please take preventative action before any damage occurs.
Checkout Procedures
Checkout time is 10am. Upon request, we are happy to accommodate later
departures provided we do not have another guest scheduled to arrive the same day.
Prior to departing Kosher Cove, please:
Make sure you have collected all personal belongings
Pile used towels on the floor in the bathrooms
Leave used beds unmade
If there are more than a couple dirty dishes, start the meat dishwasher
Take any trash with food remnants to the outdoor trash cans
Turn off all lights and cooking appliances
In warm weather set the main house and loft a/c to 80 degrees. In cold weather
set the main house and loft heat to 55 degrees.
Close and lock all doors & windows, including the loft
Return keys to the lockbox
Property Contacts
The preferred method of contacting us is via email at KosherCove@SDLHomes.com.
For urgent matters, please call or text 404-590-5058.
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Kosher Kosher
Cove Kitchen
B’tayavon! The following information should make navigating our top-of-the-line
Kosher Kitchen a breeze!
Sink Grills
Left side – Dairy There are propane and charcoal meat
Right side – Meat grills on the deck. Please follow
instructions on the sign for turning the
Cooking Utensils propane line on and off. Built-in igniters
When facing the oven and as labeled, do not work reliably.
Meat items are to the left and Dairy
items are to the right. Silverware and Food & Paper Goods
most cooking utensils are marked You are welcome to use any spices,
with a red dot for meat and a blue dot condiments, and paper goods in the
for dairy. kitchen.
Appliances Wine
Dishwasher – Meat A selection of grape juice and wine on
the kitchen island shelf to the left of the
Oven - The oven has been run sink is available for purchase. Cost is
through a self-clean cycle prior to $8 per bottle of grape juice and $18 per
your arrival. It can be made meat or bottle of wine. Please place the
dairy at your discretion. appropriate amount of cash or check
made payable to Savta Properties into
Microwave - Please use only the miniature “general store” on the
microwave safe dishes/covers, which kitchen counter. Or, you may also pay
are in the cabinet to the right of the via PayPal upon request.
microwave.
We do our best to maintain a kitchen that conforms to what we understand (and consult when
necessary) to be normative Orthodox standards. We are not cholov or pas Yisrael; nor are we
under the supervision of any kashrus authorities. Please visit the Chicago Rabbinical Council’s
online database for any general kashrus questions:
http://www.crcweb.org/kosher_articles/Kashering_in_the_Kitchen.php
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Mizrach
The boat dock points east over the lake.
Sefarim
Two Nusach Ashkenaz, two Nusach Sefard, one Tehillim, one Chumash, and one set of Pirkei
Avos are located on the bookshelf to the right of the fireplace.
Tallisim
Two small tallisim are also located on the bookshelf to the right of the fireplace.
Yarmulkes
Yarmulkes are in a wooden box (butterfly on top) on the coffee table.
Bentchers
Several bentchers are in the kitchen drawers to the right of the oven.
Shabbat Supplies
Shabbat Candles (tea lights), lighter, and Havdallah set are stored in the drawers to the right of
the oven. Challah board/covers/basket/knife, Kiddush cup, and hot water urn are stored in the
corner kitchen cabinet to the left of the oven. The electric hot plate is stored in the cabinet
drawer to the left of the fridge.
Eruv
There is an eruv around the Kosher Cove property. It is a good idea to perform a quick
inspection of the eruv lines prior to Shabbos. If needed, extra fishing line and a step ladder are
available in the utility room or please email us at KosherCove@SDLHomes.com to coordinate
repair by a handyman.
Mikvah
Closest man-made mikvahs are in Atlanta and Chattanooga (423-894-0801). We do not have
clear guidance on whether Lake Chatuge qualifies as a mikvah. It is a man-made lake fed by
natural springs and rainwater that has a constant downstream river flow through the dam.
Consult your Rav for further guidance.
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Kosher Business
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Wireless Internet
Main Level Network Name: Kosher Cove
Basement Network Name: Kosher Cove basement
Loft Network Name: Kosher Cove Loft -or-
Kosher Cove EXT
Password for All Networks: shalomyall
The network name/password is also printed on top of the router located on the bookshelf to the
left of the fireplace.
Troubleshooting Tip: Most WIFI issues can be resolved by turning off the router for about 20
seconds.
Printer
There is a Black & White laser jet printer on the table near the bottom of the stairs. To use the
printer, download and install the driver for a Brother MFC-7860DW from the Brother.com
website. After installing the print driver, you can setup wireless printing through your
computer’s print manager or you can connect directly to the printer with the provided USB
cable.
Phone
There is no landline phone service. Most major cell phone carriers operate from Kosher Cove.
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Music
Audiophiles rejoice!
Kosher Cove features several musical speaker zones throughout the home and pool area. The
only way to operate the system is through a nifty app called Sonos. To download and install the
Sonos app on your smartphone or computer, go to the lower right hand corner of
www.sonos.com/support and select your preferred install option. The software interface is
generally intuitive to use. Follow the instructions below for the hardware in the different zones:
Master Bedroom - Powered on all the time and should not require any manual intervention.
Master Bathroom – Powered on all the time and should not require any manual intervention.
Living Room & Back Deck – Power to these speakers is controlled through the speaker switch
box on the bookshelf to the left of the fireplace. Follow the labels and push in buttons for
speakers you wish to activate.
Pool – Power to the Pool Zone should be off when not in use. To operate:
1. Turn on the amp located to the far left side of the entertainment console below the
television.
2. Make sure the Sonos button on the box labeled “Audio Feed to Pool Speakers” on top of
the entertainment console is pressed in.
3. Adjust the speaker volume with the knobs on the amp and/or through the smart phone
interface. On the amp, the lower the number, the louder the sound. If the next-door
neighbors are home, please be considerate with the volume outside.
Troubleshooting Tip: Most speaker issues can be solved by unplugging the speaker for a few
seconds.
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Television
One way to keep Kosher Cove kosher is to exclude satellite, cable, or over-the-air television
channels. There are options for playing DVD’s, Blu-Ray’s, or streaming shows/movies. It is
suggested that you assign the youngest literate person in your family to figuring this stuff out.
Streaming Movies/Shows Through Roku
1. On top of the entertainment console is a small switch box labeled “Video Feed to TV.” Make
sure it is powered on and has “Roku” selected.
2. Using the TV remote:
a. Turn on the television.
b. Press Input and select Blu-Ray/HDMI 2.
3. Using the Roku remote:
a. Press home to wake up the system.
b. Choose your preferred streaming service and movie/show.
c. Netflix is entirely free and Amazon has many free options through the “Prime” menu
option. To purchase shows or movies, please log into your personal account.
Troubleshooting Tip: Most Roku issues can be solved by unplugging the Roku power cord for
a few seconds.
DVD/Blu-Ray
1. On top of the entertainment console is a small switch box labeled “Video Feed to TV.” Make
sure it is powered on and has “Blu-Ray” selected.
2. Using the TV remote:
a. Turn on the television.
b. Press Input and select Blu-Ray/HDMI 2.
3. Using the DVD/Blu-ray remote:
a. Turn on the DVD/Blu-ray player.
b. Adjust the surround sound volume and settings as desired.
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Xbox with Kinect
1. At the Xbox console:
a. Turn on the power by pressing the round silver button.
b. Insert the desired game.
2. Using the TV remote:
a. Turn on the television.
b. Press Input and select Game/HDMI 1.
3. Depending on the game, players can use the wireless controllers or rely on the infrared
Kinect body sensors. Wireless controllers need to be powered on by pressing the round
silver button.
4. For surround sound, use the DVD/Blu-ray remote:
a. Turn on the DVD/Blu-ray player.
b. Press “Radio & Input” until you see “Optical” on the Blu-ray player display screen.
Surround Sound
Surround sound is automatic when playing a DVD/Blu-ray. It can also be configured to work
with anything playing on the television, including Xbox.
1. Use the DVD/Blu-ray remote to turn on the DVD/Blu-ray player.
2. Press “Radio & Input” until you see “Optical” on the Blu-ray player display screen.
3. Use the DVD/Blu-ray remote to adjust volume and other sound settings.
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Pool gates must remain securely closed at all times.
Safety Precautions
Some of Kosher Cove’s best attributes involve bodies of water (Lake Chatuge, swimming pool,
and outdoor spa). All three have unique virtues and can offer countless hours of entertainment,
recreation, or relaxation. All three also come with risks and dangers that could cause injury or
death. This guide book is not big enough to list every conceivable way something could go
wrong in or near water. Please exercise common sense, good judgment, and caution.
Enjoy any of Kosher Cove’s water features at your own risk. We strongly recommend the buddy
system and/or close parental supervision with the spa, pool, and lake.
Pool Supplies
Safety supplies are kept within the immediate pool area and should not be removed under any
circumstances. There are pool towels in the laundry room and utility room. Rafts and various
pool toys are available in the utility room. Please place used towels in the laundry room laundry
basket and kindly return rafts/pool toys to the utility room when finished using them.
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Spa Cover
We know it looks inviting, but please do not allow anyone to sit or place any items on the spa
cover. While the cover does a great job keeping the water warm, it breaks easily and is
expensive to replace.
To remove the cover, lift the side of the cover near the spa steps. Gently guide that half of the
cover up and back to fold over the metal bar that crosses the spa. Then gently lift/guide the
metal bar up and towards the retaining wall.
The cover and lifting mechanism are both breakable. Please do not let the cover or mechanism
“free fall” at any time.
Temperature
Maximum temperature is 104°F. To display the set temperature, press the “Temp” pad once. To
change the set temperature, press the pad a second time before the LCD stops flashing. The
temperature will either go up or down. To change the temperature in the opposite direction wait
for the LCD to stop flashing, press the “Temp” pad once, then press the “Temp” pad again to
reverse the temperature direction. After three seconds, the LCD will stop flashing and display
the current spa temperature.
If the spa is not getting or staying as hot as you set it, check to make sure it is not in economy or
sleep mode. To adjust the mode, press "temp" and then the "light" button. Make sure unit is in
Standard Mode (shown as ST).
Jets
Touch the “Jets” button once to turn the pump on or off. The “Boost” button will operate the
blower pump.
Light
Press the “Light” button to turn the lights on/off and modify the speed they change colors.
Chemicals
The plastic floater in the spa contains bromine that keeps the water clean during light to
moderate use. Please do not remove the floater from the spa. The sign on the wall next to the
spa provides instructions on how to keep the spa clean during heavy usage or longer stays.
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There are tons of activities around Lake Chatuge and the majestic North Georgia and North
Carolina mountains. Books, pamphlets, and maps can be found in the basket near the fireplace
and on the bookshelves. A useful wall map is viewable to the left of the entrance to the master
bedroom. Towns County Chamber of Commerce’s website at www.mountaintopga.com is also
a good up-to-date source for local activities and events.
Lake Activities (0 to 10 minutes from house)
Watercraft Rentals/Wakeboarding
o The Ridges Resort (.6 miles by land or .4 by kayak)
3499 Highway 76 West
Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 896-2112
http://theridgesresort.com/watercraft-rentals/
o Boundary Waters (4 miles)
107 Boundary Waters Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2530
www.boundarywatersresort.com/boat-rentals/
o Young Harris Watersports (1.5 miles by land or .65 miles by kayak)
Lake Chatuge Boat Rental and Jet Ski Rental
2683 U.S. 76
Hiawassee, GA. 30546
(706) 896-0834
https://www.yhwatersports.com/
Aqua Tiki (.9 miles by land, .5 miles by kayak, or they can pickup at the KC dock)
Party Boats with Island Vibes
https://aquatiki.net/
(706) 400-2069
The Ridges Splash Island (.8 miles by land or .5 miles by kayak)
3379 US Highway 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
706-896-2262
https://theridgesresort.com/splash-island/
Wing N It Seaplane Adventures (.9 miles by land or .5 miles by kayak)
(678) 971-9922
https://wingnitadventures.com/
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Kayaking / Paddleboard – Three kayaks and two stand-up paddleboards are available
for guest use. Guests must wear a personal flotation device.
Lakeshore walks – From approximately October through April, the lake water levels are
low enough to accommodate peaceful, yet muddy, lakeshore strolls.
Fishing – Rods and some equipment can be found in the white chest on the dock. Worms,
crickets, or bread usually work well as bait. Fishing off the dock is often successful.
o Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service
Lake Nottely and Lake Hiwassee Fishing Charters
(828)-361-2021
https://bigolfish.com/fishing-pics.html
Hiking (10 to 60 minutes)
Being surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains gives you the opportunity to explore countless
miles of hiking trails and amazing waterfalls! Please review our books for details and directions.
Just a few nearby highlights:
Waterfalls are awesome almost any time of the year.
Brasstown Bald (35 minutes) - Highest peak in GA at 4,784 feet above sea level. Two
strenuous trails provide hiker access from the base or you can drive most of the way to
the top and then hike or take a bus for the last .6 mile. Make sure to check road status
prior to winter visits. Snow/ice occasionally close vehicular access.
www.fs.usda.gov/main/conf/home, click on Special Places and then choose Brasstown
Bald.
Walk across the dam that creates Lake Chatuge. “Chatuge Dam Trail” in Google Maps.
Headwaters of the Chattahoochee where you can literally jump over the river.
Coordinates of the trailhead are: 34.84793, -83.79871
At 2,167 miles, the Appalachian Trial is the world's longest continuous hiking trail that is
maintained and marked. Various nearby segments make for good day hikes.
www.appalachiantrail.org
Murphy River Walk (30 minutes) – Approximately three miles (one way) of maintained
trails, most of which are adjacent to a river that traverses through Murphy, NC.
www.heritagepartners.org/riverwalk.htm
Lake Burton Fish Hatchery (40 minutes)
Short, fun, educational experience and can make for a nice outing when combined with a
nearby hike along scenic Moccasin Creek.
3695 Highway 197 North
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 947-3112
www.georgiawildlife.com/burton-trout-hatchery
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Jackrabbit Mountain Biking (20 minutes)
This is an awesome, purpose-built trail system in a "stacked loop" configuration. The trails
themselves are mostly fast, with lots of rolling dips and berms, and a few technical areas. They
take you along the shores and hills beside Lake Chatuge. Guests are welcome to use the
bicycles in the garage provided you are willing to assume all risks and liabilities. This means
that if you get hurt you won’t sue us and if you break something you’ll fix it.
www.southernhighroads.org/north-carolina/attractions/hayesville/jackrabbit-mountain-bike-
and-hiking-trails
Horseback Riding (10 to 20 minutes)
Brasstown Valley Resort Stables (10 minutes)
Frommer's describes this massive resort as "one of the South's best-kept travel secrets.” The
lodge porch about a five minute drive from the stables is a beautiful setting to enjoy your favorite
beverages.
6321 Highway 76
Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 379-9900
www.brasstownvalley.com/stables/
Trackrock Stables (20 minutes)
202 Trackrock Camp Road
Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-5252
www.trackrockstables.com/
Equani Spa (10 minutes)
We all strive for spiritual heights, but there is something worthwhile to be said for the physical
ecstasy offered at the Brasstown Valley Spa.
Brasstown Valley Resort
6321 Highway 76, Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 379-9900
www.brasstownvalley.com/spa/
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Golf (10 to 20 minutes)
o Brasstown Valley Resort Golf Course (10 minutes)
6321 Highway 76, Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 379-9900
http://www.brasstownvalley.com/golf/
o Chatuge Shores Golf Course (10 minutes)
260 Golf Course Road, Hayesville, NC 28904
(828) 389-8940
www.chatugeshoresgolf.com
o Disc Golf (20 minutes)
Meeks Park (adjacent to North GA Tech College)
121 Meeks Ave, Blairsville, GA 30512
www.meeksdiscgolf.weebly.com
Apple/Fruit Picking (45 minutes)
Apple season runs late August through December. Mercier Orchards is one of the best for
apples. Try to avoid peak times, as it can get crowded.
o Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 632-3411
www.mercier-orchards.com
o Other U-Pick Options: www.pickyourown.org/GAAD.htm
Georgia Mountain Fair Grounds (10 minutes)
Visit www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/ for a schedule of festivals, concerts, and fairs.
1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-4191
Helen (30 minutes)
It’s kitschy and it’s touristy, but people still like it. Visit www.helenga.org to learn more about
this imitation Bavarian village.
Tank Town (35 minutes)
Drive a military tank, military truck, or operate heavy construction equipment. Or, if money is
not much of an object, drive a military tank and crush a car with it.
10408 Appalachian Highway
Morganton, GA 30560
(706) 633-6072
www.tanktownusa.com
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River Rafting / Tubing / Kayaking (15 to 60 minutes)
With several rivers to choose from, ranging from lazy rivers to class 5 rapids, there is a splash
to be had by everyone in your family! The closest whitewater rafting is on the Nantahala. More
adventurous (not recommended for younger children) whitewater rafting is found on the Ocoee.
Nantahala Outdoor Center (offers many river options)
(888) 785-4845
www.noc.com
Calmer kayaking/tubing is available on many North Georgia rivers:
Rolling Thunder River Company (50 minutes)
20 Hughes Street
McCaysville, GA 30555
(706) 492-5720
www.rollingthunderriverco.com
Cool River Tubing Company (45 minutes)
590 Edelweiss Strasse
Helen, GA 30545
(706) 878-2665
www.coolrivertubing.com/ (river gets annoyingly low in drier seasons)
Project Chimps (40 minutes)
Project Chimps is a 236-acre sanctuary nestled among the beautiful mountains of
Morganton, Georgia. They are not officially open to the public as an attraction, but
they will welcome visitors for scheduled educational tours and special visit days
throughout the year.
(706) 374-3675
http://projectchimps.org/
Great Smoky Mountains National Park (80 minutes to Cherokee, NC entrance)
World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains,
and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most
visited national park.
www.nps.gov/grsm/index.htm
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Folk Pottery Museum (45 minutes)
The Folk Pottery Museum showcases the handcraft skills of one of the South’s premier grassroots
art forms, and explores the historical importance and changing role of folk pottery in southern
life.
283 Highway 255 North
Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571
(706) 878-3300
www.folkpotterymuseum.com/
John C. Campbell Folk School (25 minutes)
This internationally renowned institution boasts “we still make things” by offering over 800
classes a year in in traditional and contemporary craft, art, music, dance, cooking, gardening,
nature studies, photography and writing. The craft store, small museum, nature trails, and
general beauty make for a nice outing even if not enrolled in a class.
One Folk School Road
Brasstown, NC 28902
(828) 837-2775
www.folkschool.org/
Indoor Activities (3 to 80 minutes)
Fieldstone Cinemas (3 minutes)
Six theaters with first run movies priced about half the big city rates.
1159 Jack Dayton
Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 896-6843
www.fieldstonecinemas.com
Galaxy Bowling (15 minutes)
1655 Backyard Lane
Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-4444
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Casinos
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River (30 minutes)
Almost everything you would find in a Vegas casino & some nice bowling alleys too!
777 Casino Parkway
Murphy, NC 28906
Tel: (828) 422-7777
www.caesars.com/harrahs-cherokee-valley-river/casino
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort (80 minutes)
777 Casino Drive
Cherokee, NC 28719
Tel: (828) 497-7777
https://www.caesars.com/harrahs-cherokee
Shopping
Most nearby towns have some common chain stores and basic supplies. Hiawassee is the
nearest to Kosher Cove.
Some towns also feature kitschy, locally owned stores selling arts & crafts, outdoor supplies, pet
supplies, and Appalachian tchotchkes. Blue Ridge and Helen are two of the better locations to
enjoy walking amongst the stores.
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