The grounds are beautiful with several spots for sitting and enjoying a fire. The breakfasts were…read moreto die for!

WOW! WOW! WOW! Do not skip this beautiful and peaceful experience. Every single thing from…read morebooking online, to arrival, to instructions, to a scrumptious breakfast was stellar. Our interaction with Brent and his mom (Miss Mary) were great, and I will say, I think it was an extra treat to experience the hospitality of Miss Mary!! Clearly, Brent didn't fall far from the tree (no pun intended)! We booked the 'Rustic Cabin Suite' which was their lowest price room available at the time, but it was well furnished, comfortable, quiet, and perfect for a place to stay for two. It was quiet, peaceful, and tranquil. Don't forget to take advantage of the Carin winery next door, and I hear (we missed out) the lodge offers an add on steak dinner (plan in advance) that sounds divine, and in that environment, will be on our list for our next visit! The lodge itself is well-appointed with a beautiful seating/gathering/eating area downstairs. Breakfast was great with a menu of French toast and apple bake, sausage, fresh fruit, orange juice and some of the best flavored coffee I've had in a LONG time (bourbon infused pecan). Beautiful grounds, beautiful people (Brent, Miss Mary, and fellow guests) and you can't go wrong with a stay at the beautiful Bent Tree Lodge and Vineyard!!

Love this mountain community. Just spent several days here with the grands and they had a blast!…read moreFrom bear spotting and deer gazing, the beautiful woods offer so much to see. Over 50 miles of hiking trails, three lakes, a beautiful marina, and two pools, there is something for everyone. The girls loved the rock slide and both pools. There are ample lifeguards, which is reassuring. The Beach Club offers a pool and a beach on the lake side. There is an inflatable obstacle course which kids love, too. There are so many amenities, you always have something to do. We aren't golfers but the course is beautiful. The lodge restaurant is set to reopen soon after a complete renovation, but there is also a fabulous restaurant just outside the gate. (Yes, this is a gated community) The restaurant is called Home and it serves delicious meals. You can get something as simple as a great burger or something fancier like seared halibut. The girls loved the ice cream shop just outside the gate. There's another restaurant in the same plaza, called the Lucky Hare and it's supposed to be good as well. Big Canoe is the perfect place to visit, whether you are looking for adventure or a relaxing time in the woods, surrounded by countless wildlife.

I am a delivery driver for a dme company and have had two horrible experiences when delivering and…read moretraining through the Northgate. There is a very racist attendant. She does not like color people and it's very rude and she acts like you are no good at all and tells everyone passing the gate that you are the problem and that you are the one why they're being held back in the lane. I will not recommend delivering to this place. If you are a delivery driver cause they will discriminate you.

A bit off the beaten path (!) but so enjoyable, relaxing and worth the visit!…read more We both had wine from the tasting room (and an additional glass as well as a bottle of malbec to take home)! The staff and owners were very helpful, gracious and attentive. We had eaten lunch beforehand otherwise we would have tried a couple of their lunch options (bbq sliders or chicken salad croissant). I highly recommend that you try the Cairn View Winery!

Overall I feel this place is cute, but the service is hit or miss. The first time I went we had…read moregreat service but this time it was just blah. The charcuterie plate was good wish it was bigger.

We went here the next day after my son's wedding reception for a lazy slowdown day. Chillaxing with…read morethe beautiful views and tasty wines. They have a fairly large variety of wines ranging from very sweet muscadines to dry oaky Merlots. Something for everyone. The added bonus is that we were allowed to bring food because they are limited in their offerings. We were able to bring the wedding cake supplied by Alpines bakery in Woodstock. Check for yourself it's. Beautiful view of the valley and a great conversational piece with the house situated across the way. We are also entertained by live music of some country and rock. Over all a good day to wine!

We ordered a flight of wine to try multiple options. The servers were kind and patient when we…read morewalked in with our family crew. Chardonnay they included was described perfectly- buttery and light. That was very tasty! The syrah and the merlot/cab blend my wife and I were not a fan of. The red blend is their best seller, which left us both a little disappointed actually. FOR PARENTS: Beyond the wine, we have read that this place is kid friendly and we would disagree. It on a hill so there isn't space for them to run around and have fun while parents can enjoy their drinks. We read that there are goats for kids to interact with but there was 1 goat and not a lot of activity. We were expecting a lot of space for our kids to explore and this was not it.

My niece had her wedding here and the place was beautiful, even in the rain! I can only imagine how…read morepretty all of the grounds are. They did a great jib flipping the space from the wedding set up to the reception set up in a reasonable amount of time. The shuttle service was great, especially with the crummy weather. The fall foliage made the perfect background for an amazing event.

From the owner: The Lodge at Old Mill is a log lodge situated on six plus acres of woodland . The main building is…read morea Southland Log Homes structure that boasts a white washed interior, custom bar and floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Our bridal suite has a kitchen, spacious great room and two rooms for dressing and hair and make up, each with their own full bath. The grooms cabin offers porches, loft and plenty of space to hang out and get ready prior to the big day! Planning a corporate event? Beautifully built, details include several indoor and outdoor areas, landscaped grounds, and wooden bridge over the property's creek. The details on this building are incredible including hand carved doors and 2,400 sq. feet of covered wrap around porches.

Imagine, amazing amenities, beautiful views, comfortable accommodations, gracious hosting, a sauna,…read morejacuzzi and pool table.....You have now found the pinnacle of north ga cabins. We forgot our coffee on the second morning, RANDY the husband host and his wife were prompt to provide us with some dark roast to throw in the machine. +1 Great views of the waterfalls (bring binoculars for ultimate satisfaction), lake, mountains, and breathtakingly peaceful surroundings. Ample space for all your party and their shenanigans. Pool table. At some point during extreme inebriation mode. Our group ran dry on alcohol. Randy and Harley da Pug gave us a lift to the local liquor store. Seriously the most uplifting and amazing trip of the trip it was. He tour guided us the 15 minute drive to the package store. Declined monetary compensation or a bottle. I did notice He was cashing out some scratch offs which his wife enjoys. So I had to force him to accept a couple of those as his thank you. Real. Genuine. Honest Southern hospitality. Would most certainly visit again. A1

Becky and Randy Harris simply re-define hospitality here. They go above and beyond the call of…read moreduty to make sure all the needs of guests are met. Nestled in the Georgia mountains not far from Atlanta, Bear Ridge Lodge is perfect for weddings, family reunions and large gatherings. Sleeps 20 easily. Full kitchen. Fireplace. Plenty of space. Outdoor deck. Outdoor grill. Fire pit. Wildlife. Peaceful on a small lake. Plenty of nearby attractions for entertainment. Tubing, Hiking,Wine tours, Dining all nearby. A great place to simply relax.

It's a wedding venue that the owner decorates for Christmas. In a word, spectacular. The check in…read moreis easy, and I liked that the guests have assigned check in times, it makes things go smoothly with less chaos. We did lunch and I found the food was delicious and plentiful. The house is professionally decorated with no expense spared. The rooms are pretty on their own but the decor is elaborate and tastefully designed. It was a nice day, so we were able to walk the grounds which are a treat in themselves. Although the owner and staff were very friendly and approachable, there wasn't a whole lot of history given about the house and I would have liked to ask about a hundred questions. But seeing how busy and popular the place is, I understand. A book is available for purchase but wasn't willing to spend the $45. A must see!

It was a very nice experience. We had the lunch buffet and the tour. We were very pleased with the…read morelunch. It was very tasty and good portions. I would recommend it.

We actually found Sabian Sounds at a wedding we attended in Rockmart, GA about 3 years ago. Hiring…read morethem was a simple decision to make within the chaos of planning. Why not use the service that had already left a lasting impression! Lance did not disappoint. He even exceeded our expectations once again. This time around we were able be a part of the planning process and he makes that so easy. He gave us access to an online music request list which also came with a planning tool. That made it so easy for me to communicate with him outside of my busy travel schedule! I felt a little overwhelmed with all of the options one can have for a reception. He assured me that I could totally rely on his experience and his expertise. He did not let me down. I only gave him the songs for our first dance, father/daughter, mother/son, and 10 dancing request songs. He selected the songs for the bouquet & garter toss, conferring with me before we performed them. I was so happy with his suggestions. We had so much fun. And the photos from his referred photographer captured each moment perfectly. Thank you, thank you, thank you Lance. You are true professional, and now one of our friends!

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Very much enjoyed our experience working with Mike Leonard. His personality made us feel at home…read morein big canoe. He was extremely responsive, courteous and fought for us as buyers. Absolutely would recommend to friends or family and hope to do business with again. -Curt

Walt DeValt started out as a nice person to work with. Then, we found out he stretched the truth…read morequite a bit. After the closing, and a couple months later, we found out how untrustworthy he really was. I cannot recommend his