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Michelle DeRepentigny, *Broker * Athens, GA

Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA serving Mexican- Italian Cuisine

Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA serving Mexican- Italian Cuisine, or least that's what the sign says...all I know is that it is awesome and delicious! Recently Amy Coile and I had the chance to visit for a fine dining experience in Oconee County!

Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA

A sweet hello from award winning head chef Jose Zambrano at table side and a special salad with a four dressing sampler started the meal off perfectly.

Salad at Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA

Amy had the shrimp and grits that had the best texture and flavor I have EVER tasted, while I had my all time favorite - blackened tuna. The tuna was served with a mango raspberry salsa that was fabulous and sauteed baby vegetables.

Blackened Tuna with mango salsa & baby veggies at Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA

Shrimp and Grits at Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA

And although we were delightfully stuffed, we made room to share a piece of Chocolate Passion Pie.

Chocolate Passion Pie at Girasoles in Watkinsville, GA

So if you are looking dining options that are uniquely different, visit Girasoles (which means sunflowers in Spanish) on Main Street (Hwy 441 Business) just at the split of Highway 15 in Watkinsville, GA - you won't be disappointed!

Michelle DeRepentingy, Broker of Success Realty

Classic City Mortgage in Athens, GA - Home Loans Made Easy

Classic City Mortgage in Athens, GA - home loans made easy as possible in these days of economic turmoil. Although there is a lot of gloom and doom in the news every day about the housing market and how hard it is to get a loan, it's my opinion that a good mortgage broker is still worth more than their weight in gold.

As a real estate broker, I have had the opportunity to work with many different mortgage brokers and I've had a long and happy relationship with Amy Anthony Coile of Classic City Mortgage. Amy has extensive experience, and possibly more importantly, the drive and patience needed to smoothly process mortgage loans even in a rough market.

Classic City Mortgage of Athens, GA your home loan specialist

Many of my past clients and I can testify that Amy gives straight answers and exhaust all efforts to get her buyers in a loan that suits them and will benefit them long term as homeowners. Recently, I referred another client who was very satisfied, stating:

"I was so happy to move back to Georgia and you referred me to the perfect lender for my mortgage. Everything was handled smoothly, there were no surprises, and I would never hesitate to send any business to her." P.T. recent relocation to Athens, GA from CA.

What more could a home buyer want? Just as value added freebies a borrower can also expect:

  • Promptly returned phone calls and emails
  • A positive, "can do" attitude
  • Program still offering 100% financing through Rural Development (in certain geographic locations)
  • FHA loans with as little as 3.5% down payment
  • A central office location on Milledge Avenue
  • Friendly, non judgmental counseling and advice on mortgage options

Amy Anthony Coile, Scott Coile, & Munson of Classic City Mortgage, Inc.

So if you are searching for an Athens, Georgia area home (or looking for the best mortgage refinance), I highly recommend you start the process with a call to Amy Coile at 706-559-4482. You'll be thrilled with the service you receive.

Classic City Mortgage in Athens, GA - home loans made easy!

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Equal Housing Opportunity Classic City Mortgage, Inc.

337 South Milledge Avenue Suite 213 Athens, Georgia 30605

(706) 559-4482 Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee #17539

Michelle DeRepentingy, Broker of Success Realty - your Athens, GA real estate specialist

Blonde Boutique in Five Points - Athens, GA

blonde boutique in Five Points of Athens, GA

Blonde boutique in Five Point of Athens, GA - althought the door calls for "blonde" - brunettes and redheads are welcome also. According to Brandy Chandler Blonde "was the only name that seemed perfect from the first moment it popped into my head". Inspired by a visit to a boutique in Colorado, one of Five Points fabulous finds is the boutique located at the Hodgson Terrace building in the heart of Five Point, Athens, Georgia.

Blonde Boutique Interior in Five Points - Athens, GA

Opened in February of 2008, blonde has forged ahead offering clothing lines rarely found in Athens including:

  • Robert Rodriguez
  • Kara Janx
  • Built By Wendy
  • Diane Von Furstenberg

and other clothing lines inspired to create what Chandler calls " typical, everyday play and work clothing for young and older women".

Blonde Boutique in Five Points - Athens, GA - fresh fashion for today

If you realize blonde is an attitude, not necessarily a haircolor, you'll love a trip to Blonde Boutique in Five Points of Athens, Georiga.

Owners: Brandy and Josh Chandler

Type: Women's clothing boutique

Address: 1260 S. Milledge Ave., Suite E1

Phone: (706) 353-6196

Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Web: www.blondeathens.com

Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty - your Five Points real estate specialist in Athens, GA

Rosario's Trattoria in Watkinsville, GA - Excellent Oconee County GA Dining!

Rosario's Trattoria in Watkinsville, GA - what casual Italian Dining should always be like! Does the photo below make you go "Yum"?

Tiramisu from Rosasio's Trattoria in Watkinville, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny c2009

Tiramisu is my absolute favorite desert and Kim & Carl Burdette at the newly opened Rosario's Trattoria in the heart of Watkinsville, GA do an excellent job of preparing it along with many other fabulous deserts.

Rosario's Trattoria in Watkinville, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny c2009

The proud owners love to share how their dream developed: "Carl and Kim Burdette had a vision to share their love of family and real Italian cuisine with their neighbors in Watkinsville, a bedroom community of Athens, Georgia. Out of that dream was born Rosario's. Created in memory of Kim's beloved grandparents, and especially, her paternal grandfather Rosario Vicchitto. Rosario's, so aptly named, offers a unique blend of homemade dishes from various regions of Italy where Kim's heritage began".

Kim Burdette in the outside dining area at Rosario's in Watkinsville, GA

Rosario's features a cozy indoor dining area with tables or high backed booths, but they also have a great covered outdoor deck, perfect for Georgia summer evenings! Kim (above) gave us the grand tour!

Good food & good friends...recently Amy Coile and I had a chance to visit Rosario's and speak to Kim for a few minutes. Carl was super busy in the kitchen preparing for a busy night ahead. Lunch was delicious and I had the opportunity to get some photos of the awesome food to whet your appetite.

Rosario's in Watkinsville, GA - bread & olive oil

Rosario's in Watkinsville, GA - Seafood Linguine

Rosario's in Watkinsville, GA - Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Most importantly, "Carl and Kim's wish is for you to enter as strangers and leave as friends ...and never leave hungry" at Rosario's Trattoria in Watkinsville, GA!

Rosario's Trattoria
2061 Hog Mountain Road Suite A
Watkinsville, GA 30677
706-705-1367
Info@RosariosTrattoriaInc.Com

Take a look at Rosario's Trattoria Menu.

Plan a visit to check out this great new Oconee County, Ga restaurant soon - and tell them I said "Hi"!

Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty

Five Points Is A Fabulous Athens, GA Community

Five Points is a fabulous Athens, Georgia community that has historically been one of the most desired neighborhoods near the University of Georgia. Five Points is know to be a "walking community" convenient to shopping, restaurants, entertainment and historically appealing homes.

Jittery Joe's coffee shop in Five Point community of Athens, GA

One of my personal favorites in 5 Points is Jittery Joe's Coffee (photo above) where "Each little brown bean is a labor of love". They also win my "Success Star Award" for "Best Adaptive Use of Real Estate". The Five Points location is housed in a former gas station that was (in my humble opinion) an eyesore. The building is now attractive, funky, fitting and a delight to my eyes!

The community of Five Points borders the south & southwest sides of The University of Georgia and is home to many student rentals and many single family residences. The Friends of Five Points is a association of homeowners from the area whose mission is "... to further the safety and quality of life in the 5 Points area".

The University of Georgia Track near Five Points in Athens, GA from Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty

The Five Points community is also home to one of Athens Georgia's premier shopping districts. Visit Five Points to view a list of businesses with links and learn more about some of the fanciful boutiques, exclusive interior appointments, great outdoor merchandise and more that abound in Five Points!

Five Points, home of the fabulous shopping experience in Athens, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny

There are awesome restaurants in Five Points including:

  • Five and Ten - home of Athens, Georgia celebrity Chef, Hugh Acheson
  • Five Points Deli - Their desserts aren't listed on-line, but their cakes, cookies & bar treats are worth the visit and there is free street side parking!

Earth Fare Grocery and more in Five Points of Athens, GA

Earth Fare Athens is situated in the heart of Athens, Georgia in 5 Points. They are "...committed to bringing delicious specialty, gourmet and health foods to the University of Georgia (UGA) Campus and the Athens community in a friendly environment". Earth Fare has a huge selection of everything! The deli, cafe and bakery all feature excellent & delicious choices for dining.

The housing styles in Five Points range from eclectic to elegant, below are some examples of Five Points in Athens, Georgia architecture.

A Five Points home - examples of architecture in Athens, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty

A Five Points home - examples of architecture in Athens, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty

A 5 Points home - examples of architecture in Athens, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty

A Five Points home - examples of architecture in Athens, GA - from Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty

Five Points Is A Fabulous Athens, GA Community -

where charm & convenience meet!

Search for Five Points or other Athens, GA area homes via the Athens MLS IDX

(Start your 5 Points in Athens, GA home search by clicking above - choose Area 6)

Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker of Success Realty - your Five Points in Athens, GA real estate specialist