About Murphy's Downtown

First Time Home Buyers - Another Happy TEAM DAVES Buyer

One of the things that we love about this business getting to help a first time home buyer realize the joy of home ownership. We got to see that happen today when Keith and Desiree closed on their new home here in Murphy, North Carolina.

Our adventure with Keith and Desiree started a little over a month ago when Desiree was referred to us by a fellow agent in one of the Coldwell Banker High Country Realty regional offices. Desiree had done her homework and had found a HUD foreclosure being offered at any incredible price. HUD foreclosures can be some of the most difficult, especially for the first time home buyer. Their rules and regulations for submitting offers are very complex and must be strictly adhered to in order to have your offer considered. Can you imagine losing the home of your dreams simply because the documents were sent in the wrong order, or signed in the wrong color ink?

Nonetheless, Desiree did everything we asked of her. We stayed in almost constant contact via email and text until we knew her offer was submitted, received and accepted. We helped her get approval to have the utilities connected (another HUD requirement) and even attended the home inspection since she was in Florida.

Desiree arrived in town yesterday with her future mother-in-law, Stephanie, all prepared to close. For those of you who follow our blog, you will recognize this story - when we arrived at the attorney’s office the package had not been delivered. I remained calm, we worked through it and today Desiree and her future husband, Keith, are happy first time home buyers.

Congratulations to Keith and Desiree. We wish you many years of happiness in your new home!!

Bill and Cyndi

This is the first in a series of articles to introduce you to some of the people, places and things in Cherokee County, North Carolina that we love.


Murphy, the county seat of Cherokee County, North Carolina is a quaint little town in the far southwestern tip of the state. Bordered by Georgia and Tennessee, it is where the mountains meet the sky. It is literally where more land is owned and maintained by the US Forestry Service than by private individuals.

When you visit Murphy, please make time in your schedule to visit Mountain Spirit Essentials conveniently located at 35 Tennessee Street in the heart of downtown.

Owned and operated by Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist, Theresa Victa this Therapeutic Spa and Natural Health Center will soon become your favorite retreat. Trained in Swedish, Neuromuscular, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy, Reiki and Medical Massage, you will find the perfect combination of pain relief, relaxation and rejuvenation. Theresa will customize a treatment for “the whole you” - Body, Mind & Spirit.

My personal massage therapist for almost 9 years, Theresa has seen me through many aches and pains. Imagine this - the lights are low and there is gentle music playing softly in the background. You lie down on the temperature controlled bed and, before long, you will hear a soft tapping at the door. Always maintaining your privacy and modesty, she will touch your body and mind in a way that you have never experienced. She will know where you hurt even before you do! You will walk away renewed, refreshed and totally at peace. I can honestly say I have not spoken with one person who has had a session with Theresa who wasn’t pleased. And remember, this IS a small town!

Don’t have time for a massage - enjoy one of her other many services such as a 30 minute Amazing Foot Treatment! Or simply stop in and browse through some of the fun merchandise she carries in the shop. You will find Sprayology - Homeopathic sprays, Young Living, Oshadi & EO Essential Oils, Organic and Wildcrafted Herbel Remedies (salves, sprays and oils) by Kathy’s Garden, Organic Teas, Candles, Soaps, Tye-Dyed T-Shirts, Locally Crafted Jewelry, PEACE Purses, T-shirts and Gifts, Hay House Books, Cards and Videos, Tapestries & Curtains and MUCH MUCH MORE!!

Staying in a cabin nearby for your vacation? Give Theresa a call and schedule a private session in the comfort of your own cabin.

Mention this blog and receive 15% off your retail purchase. New Clients will receive $10 off your first massage.

Mountain Spirit Essentials

35 Tennessee Street - Downtown Murphy

Phone - 828-835-3262

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Whether you are vacationing in Murphy, North Carolina or live here full time, you’ve got to check out the Downtown Farmer’s Market. It’s held on the square in downtown Murphy every Saturday from now into Fall.

This is THE place to come if you want to get a taste of what life here is like. It’s laid back, friendly and you’re bound to make a new friend or two. Plus, you can find everything imaginable from fresh fruits and vegetables to hand-made, one of a kind pottery.

There are fresh jellies, banana nut bread and home-made pickles, hand-crafted furniture and jewelry, local photography framed to perfection and so much more.

I visited the Farmer’s Market this morning and in less than 15 minutes, I tasted home-made banana nut bread, zuchinni bread, bread and butter style pickled squash and some of the best garlic pickles you’ve ever tasted. I ran into three people I know AND, best of all, I got my mom a GREAT Mother’s Day gift.

One of the friends I ran into was Lynne Wilson. Looking for a new creative outlet Lynne has teamed up with local potter, Roy Bamfield, owner of Murphy Pottery and is now making her own pottery. Her pieces are beautiful as are Roy’s. They have many decorative pieces, but even better, they have usable pieces that you can actual cook in. Brownie pans, pie plates and even a large lasagna pan. All hand-crafted by either Roy or Lynne.

Mom’s gift is a pie plate that Lynne made. Hopefully she won’t read this until AFTER lunch tomorrow.

There’s a local photographer who takes pictures of wildlife, mountain views, waterfalls, barns, you name it. They are beautifully matted and framed and, if you’re here on vacation perhaps one of these would be a great way to remember your visit to the mountains.

There was so much to see and, since I didn’t have time to see it all, I will definitely be making a return trip in the next couple of weeks. It’s only May and I can already know what my family will be getting for Christmas.

Promise you won’t tell, ok?