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Tate Real Estate
One of the town's most treasured landmarks is the Tate House. This historic home converted into a restaurant and bed and breakfast, is the former family estate of the town's namesake, Colonel Sam Tate. Nestled on 27 acres with panoramic views of the North Georgia Mountains, the Tate House is a popular community venue for fabulous events and receptions. Residents will find a few quaint shops selling antiques and collectibles. A short commute and residents will arrive at neighboring towns with abundant shopping, dining and entertainment options. Pickens County is home to two premier resort communities - Big Canoe and Bent Tree. Both offer golf, tennis (indoor and outdoor), swimming , fishing, nature trails, horseback riding and relaxation surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the South. The area is also home to one of the largest marble veins in the world. Residents will enjoy attending the Georgia Marble Festival in the area. Each year the community welcomes visitors to tour the pit marble quarries, watch sculptors make marble pieces of art, enjoy arts and crafts, and be entertained by mountain music and country clogging. Pickens County students score above average when compared to state figures on the Scholastic Aptitude Test. The Pickens County Head Start program, the first of its kind in the nation, provides preschool services for disadvantaged children, ages 3 and 4. Post-secondary education is available from Appalachian Technical College in neighboring Jasper, offering eighteen diploma and technical certificate programs as part of its curriculum. A popular weekend getaway spot, Tate has experienced a rise in vacation and second homes for Georgians lured to the area by spectacular views and the tranquility country living promises. Hilltop homes on acreage feature breathtaking scenery. Contemporary new construction as well as traditional homes in established neighborhoods are available. Must-see charming remodeled homes in the historic district will wow prospective buyers. Delightful homes with stunning mountain views are available from the low $100s.
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Tate is an unincorporated town located in Pickens County. The area is accessible by Highway 515 and Highway 53. The town is named for Colonel Sam Tate, an enterprising businessman who discovered the rare, bright pink marble that the area is famous for. Homeowners will enjoy breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountains and the tranquility of country living. The town is located nearly 60 miles from the City of Atlanta.
