If you love being close to nature while staying convenient to the city, you cannot ask for a better part of town than North Atlanta. There are several good reasons why nature lovers choose this area above the rest. Let’s look at a few.
Wooded neighborhoods
Years ago, when the city of Atlanta was much smaller, the northern outreaches of Atlanta were largely rural — a summer vacation destination for Atlanta’s well-to-do. As a result, much of the development consisted of larger estate homes on wooded acreage with plenty of room and winding roads between them. Even as Atlanta’s urban sprawl crept northward, the areas from Buckhead north have continued to preserve their natural beauty in the midst of the development. Today, tree-lined streets and wooded lots continue to dominate the landscape. As you walk the neighborhoods, sometimes it’s difficult to believe that you are still in the city.
Plenty of park space
Recreation enthusiasts love North Atlanta for its green spaces. No matter where you live in North Atlanta, you are never too far from destinations like the ever-popular Chastain Park or one of many sports complexes or golf courses.
The Chattahoochee River
The scenic Chattahoochee River on its own is reason enough for many nature lovers to flock here. Winding through the northern suburbs, this river not only provides the backdrop for many coveted homes and neighborhoods but also offers many places to commune with nature along the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
Other nature destinations
For day trips or extended getaways, North Atlanta offers easy access to some of the most beautiful scenery in Georgia. Lovely Lake Allatoona lies about an hour drive northwest, while Lake Lanier is about the same distance northeast. Not far beyond, Georgia’s mountains offer many great places for camping, hiking, water recreation or just enjoying nature.
If you love the city but need to feel close to nature, North Atlanta might be just the place for you to set down roots of your own. To learn about the availability of homes in this coveted part of the city, call Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 404.237.5000.