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The Oldest General Store In Georgia Has A Fascinating History

By Marisa Roman | Published November 03, 2016

In the charming town of Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia, there is an old general store that allows you to step back in time as soon as you walk through the doors. Not only does the store carry some general store staples like candy and cheese, but they also showcase unique antiques and interesting souvenirs. Have a look at why this old general store in Georgia has such a fascinating history.

Old Sautee General Store has been serving the public since 1872.

Nestled in the mountains of North Georgia, Old Sautee Store once supplied the Sautee Valley community with store staples such as seed, eggs, flour, hardware, animal feed, and butter.

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Today, however, people from all walks of life stop by to peruse the historic general store, and pick up unique gifts such as homemade peach preserves, pickled garlic, old time soda, or even fresh bread.

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What’s so unique about this space is that you can take a trip back in time by venturing through the old items hanging from shelves like tools and historic crafts.

In the front of the store you’ll find the small museum with all different types of antiques on display.

Besides the tremendously rich history, Old Sautee Store is probably most known for their famous Farmers Cheese and fresh baked goods.

The owners feature products that they have selected very carefully for quality, uniqueness, and affordability.

You can stop by for a quick look around, and end up feasting on a tasty lunch of fresh deli sandwiches, a cold pop, and some unique candy options.

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It’s the type of store which prides themselves on good, old fashioned country hospitality….

While peppering in that old timey general store history and feel that everyone loves.

Pretty neat, huh? If you feel like visiting Old Sautee Store, then use this address, or click on the map below:

2315 GA Hwy 17
Sautee, GA 30571

Or if the history in Georgia is what you’re interested in, then check out The Oldest Town In Georgia That Everyone Should Visit At Least Once.

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