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Achasta and southern living present donation to united way

Dahlonega, Ga. (December 18, 2009) – Achasta and Southern Living were pleased to present a charitable donation to the United Way of Lumpkin County/Dahlonega on Monday, December 14.  Funds raised were generated from tour proceeds at the Southern Living Idea House at Achasta.  The Idea House welcomed almost 18,000 visitors from June 6 –October 18, making it one of the most successful in the 26-year history of the Southern Living Idea House program.

Ron Larson, managing director of Achasta and Robin Fender, house manager, joined Frank Craige, manager of the Southern Living Idea House Program, in presenting a check in the amount of $35,720 to United Way board members and representatives of the 16 agencies that will benefit from the donation.  The donation money will be used to fund non-profit health and human service agencies assisting residents of Lumpkin County.  These organizations address crucial issues such as food, clothing and shelter, illiteracy, children born with developmental delays, drug abuse, and abused and/or neglected children.

The many volunteers who supported and embraced the project led to the success of the Southern Living Idea House.  The Dahlonega Merchants Association and the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce were important partners in promoting this wonderful attraction to the Dahlonega community.  Members of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity at North Georgia College and State University provided valuable assistance with parking and shuttle service to further enhance each guest’s visit to the house.

Based on the tremendous appeal of the house, the show dates were extended through December 20, complete with holiday decorations adding extra charm to the stunning design of the house.

For more information on the Southern Living Idea House at Achasta, please visit www.Achasta.com.


About Achasta

Achasta is a Reynolds Signature Community from the creators of Reynolds Plantation, providing an award-winning lifestyle with world-class amenities.  Located along the banks of the Chestatee River, Achasta is in historic Dahlonega, Georgia, site of the first American gold rush. Achasta’s centerpiece is its 6,995-yard, par-72, Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, which includes an island hole, the 5th, surrounded by the Chestatee River. Home of the 2007-2008 AT&T Classic Qualifier, this upscale community also features a clubhouse with casual dining, practice facilities, a golf shop and a member swim and tennis center.  Southern Living unveiled one of just two Idea Houses in the country at Achasta in 2009, while 2008 featured the debut of the first-ever Points North Magazine Signature Home.  The upcoming Mountain Club will be the hub of the community and member social activity, with a fitness center, aerobics room, locker facilities and tennis center.  For more information about Achasta, please call 706-867-1660 or visit www.achasta.com.