United Country Collins and Associates 108 Courthouse Street, Suite B Independence, Virginia Office Fax Visit our

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1 108 Courthouse Street, Suite B Independence, Virginia Office Fax Visit our website at:

2 Southwest Virginia's Grayson Highlands Land of Clear Skies, Clean Water... Grayson County is home to the highest peaks in Virginia and countless miles of The New River which is a Designated National Heritage River. It offers vast National Forest acreage and there are an unlimited number of cultural and recreational opportunities. Enjoy a laid back lifestyle of little traffic, few crowds, and low taxes amid our surrounding natural bounty. Ours is an area of quiet country roads, yet easily accessible to both Interstate 81 and Interstate and Easy Living

3 Grayson County was formed in 1793 and was named for William Grayson, one of Virginia s first two senators. In 1850 the county seat was moved from Old Town to a more central site, Independence. A new courthouse was completed in Today the Historic 1908 Courthouse serves as the art and cultural center of Grayson County. Many people have found the area an ideal place to raise their family, recreate, and visit. We welcome you to come see for yourself and take it all in! Don t be surprised if you decide to stay!

4 Distinctive Seasons and Spectacular Scenery Whether you choose a second home, a recreational property, retirement home or a primary residence, the cool summers, scenic beauty and relaxed lifestyle are hard to resist. Grayson County lays approximately an equal distance of 100 miles to regional airports in Charlotte, Greensboro, Kingsport/Johnson City and Roanoke. It s the best of both worlds being surrounded by nature with urban conveniences close by. As you travel our back roads, cattle graze lush pastures and a variety of wildlife abounds. Our night skies are filled with bright stars. The morning air is crisp and clean. Our cool summer days render air conditioning an option seldom employed as the pleasant weather beckons you to outdoor endeavors. Come experience the warmth and richness of Grayson County and Southwest Virginia. You will find genuinely friendly people eager to share their community.

5 Plan your visit to Southwest Virginia's Grayson Highlands today! CONSERVATION Open space is the largest single use of land in Grayson County at 49%. Agriculture comprises the second largest type of land use at approximately 48%. Agriculture and open space define the land use, lifestyle and character of Grayson County. We have 854 farms with an average size of 160 acres. The farmlands of the county significantly add to it s aesthetic quality and it s reputation as one of the most beautiful counties in the state. It s a Good Life! GRAYSON HIGHLANDS MUSICAL HERITAGE A mecca of old time and bluegrass music, Grayson County is home to many accomplished luthiers and an abundance of musical talent. You ll enjoy many seasonal festivals which attract followers from across the nation. As you travel over our roads you ll find informal jam sessions by the country stores, VFD/ rescue squads, the courthouse and the neighbor s back porch. The Crooked Road, Virginia s Musical Heritage Highway transects our county. RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES The general landscape of Grayson County is characterized by high pastures and deep hollows which are watered by the New River and it s tributaries. To the east the land rises to the scenic heights of the Blue Ridge Parkway. To the west are the more spectacular heights of Mt. Rogers, Whitetop Mtn., and the Iron Ridge Mtn. range. Hiking, cycling, kayaking, trout fishing, camping, canoeing, birding, hunting, horseback riding, star gazing, or simply relaxing, we have the clean open spaces and clean waters for all your outdoor activities.

6 Selling Your Property? Don t be satisfied with only local advertising exposure. Get Nationwide property advertising and marketing with United Country - Collins & Associates (276) GRAYSON COUNTY, VIRGINIA AREA FACTS Population: 15,533 Median Household Income: $32,178 Land area square mile: Average Annual Rainfall: 42 inches Persons per square mile: 35.1 Average Annual Snowfall: 24 inches Recreational and cultural opportunities abound within Grayson County and adjoining counties. You will find these and many others. Chestnut Creek School of the Art Virginia Highlands Horse Trail The Crooked Road, Virginia s Musical Heritage Highway Grayson County, Virginia Grayson Highlands State Park Historic Rex Theatre The Creeper Trail Historical 1908 Courthouse Local Artisan Tour and Trails Appalachian Trail Mt. Rogers Recreational Area Blue Ridge Music Center Blue Ridge Parkway Jefferson National Forest Trophy Trout Waters The New River Bluegrass and Ole Time Music Jams

7 Serenity is Closer Than You Think! Asheville, NC mi. Atlanta, GA mi. Charlotte, NC mi. Charlottesville, VA mi. Charleston, SC mi. Charleston, WV mi. Columbia, SC mi. Come Visit Us... Greensboro, NC mi. Kingsport, TN mi. Knoxville, TN mi. Raleigh, NC mi. Richmond, VA mi. Roanoke, VA mi. Washington, DC mi.... at United Country Collins and Associates. We would like to meet you and show you Grayson County and the surrounding area. See with your own eyes the natural beauty of Southwest Virginia s Grayson Highlands. Let us help you...

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