I have bought a couple of things in this place. Prices run about middle of the line for antiques…read moreas it is a dealer booth operated joint. As with any "booth" antique mall you have to get the guy in the front to call the booth owner to negotiate a potential transaction. Worth a look every 3 - 6 months.

We went there today and had a great time. Browsing there is so much fun. It is in the downtown…read morearea and has such charm. Lots of different booths, but it flows so nicely. Booths are very well maintained and clean. The lady that was there was so nice. Her name is Nannette. We bought several things and are going back tomorrow to get more. We went to the Jasper shop, then found out that there is also shops in Elijah and Blueridge. We will try to go to the others tomorrow also. Sooo excited!!! Linda C

We were on the backroads of Georgia and saw this cute town with this shop. It wasn't open, but the…read moreowner was minding the store next door and offered to open just so I could shop. Such cute rustic decor for sale! Nice brands and locally made items. The prices were reasonable. If you find yourself in Talking Rock, Georgia this little mercantile is a must see.

Such a cute store. If coming from Atlanta to Ellijay or Blue Ridge be sure to stop…read more They have a mixture of items from candles to wall sconces, glass jars, dish towels and antiques.

Visited today on a spectacular spring day (happened to be Earth Day.) The sky was so blue, the…read morebirds were singing, and the gardens were bursting with color. My favorite part of the gardens is the Japanese garden with its countless deep red Japanese maples, reflecting pools, shaded benches for contemplating the gardens' beauty. It's a beautiful place to take a stroll and have lunch in the shaded outdoor dining area next to the sandwich shed. Sandwiches are delicious, prepared by the fabulous Home Restaurant in the area. Make a day of it! Bring your book, have some lunch, and walk the gardens for a peaceful day out in nature.

There are plenty of parking spaces, you will see guides to lead your car to available spot…read more Currently tulips are off from its peak season, you can still see some, daffodils are in full bloom, also the azaleas are poised to burst forth at any moment. With weak or no cellular signal or Wi-Fi available within the gardens, visitors can pay full attention on admiring the beauty of nature. The gardens occupies total of 376 acres, featuring over 250 acres of landscaped gardens divided into several distinct sections: the Japanese Gardens, the Monet Waterlily Gardens, the Daffodil Gardens, and the Manor Gardens. The Japanese Gardens occupy a central position within the estate, covering 40 acres and featuring streams, ponds, miniature islands, small bridges, and Japanese maples. As one strolls through this section, one can deeply contemplate the core tenets of Japanese aesthetics: *Mono no aware* (物の哀れ the pathos of things), *Wabi-sabi* (侘寂 Wabi-austere beauty and sabi -rustic patina or beauty in aging), and *Yūgen* (幽玄 profound and mysterious grace and subtleness rather than obvious beauty. mystery). *Mono no aware* is certainly palpable here; the seasonal colors are vivid, yet most of the tulips have already faded. However, visitors do not see the withered blooms, as they are swiftly cleared away. This practice is, in fact, an authentic element of Japanese aesthetics--one that does not seek to deliberately pander to visitors. After all, imperfection and impermanence inevitably evoke a sense of melancholy, which lies at the very heart of Japanese aesthetic philosophy. As for *Wabi-sabi* and *Yūgen*, they are subtly woven into every detail of the landscape, inseparable from the whole. I could sense the garden's inherent simplicity and minimalism--its use of "negative space" and evocative atmosphere--such as the circular stone steps leading into the lake, only to come to an abrupt stop. Is it perhaps an example of the essence of sudden enlightenment found in Buddhist philosophy? Throughout the gardens, various Japanese-style shrines and stone lanterns are scattered everywhere, exuding that distinct aura of ethereal elegance and profound tranquility characteristic of traditional Japanese gardens. The floral plantings are meticulously designed to rotate with the changing seasons: spring brings a display of tulips and daffodils; summer features water lilies--specifically in the "Monet Water Lily Garden," which boasts 140 varieties of lilies and a replica of Monet's bridge; and autumn offers a vibrant tapestry of colorful foliage alongside sweeping fields of Sulfur Cosmos wildflowers. I visited the Butchart Gardens in Victoria over 30 years ago--a truly stunning garden that, at the time, was awash with tulips. In terms of sheer size, Gibbs Gardens is more than six times larger than Butchart Gardens.

excellent service, The guy behind the counter was absolutely hilarious. really enjoyed walking…read morethrough the store and seeing all the wonderful things.

If you look too young you can't antique without the attendant implying you're only there to…read moreshoplift. I had walked in looking for Pierrot statues. But the second I stepped foot into the door the attendant was treating me like a criminal. He asked where my parents were (which I explained I was 17 and didn't need them.) and then had me explain why I was even there in the first place--which I told him about the Pierrot. The entire time I was browsing he was watching me which was extremely uncomfortable. On my way out he asked if I found anything, and I told him I didn't find the Pierrot. And then he said "it's always suspicious when a kid comes in without their parent." I understand the apprehension, but why should that affect me, a potential customer who had clear intentions on what they were there for. It just felt very uncomfortable and was not a great experience. Will not be coming back. (I should clarify. This was only the top level. Underground antiques, the lower level, is absolutely amazing. Everyone is kind and there's always very interesting things to look at/buy.)

George made our time there SO much fun! He came out with both my children and interacted with them…read moreand made the time so special. He made my Mother's Day weekend amazing! We bought a big bucket to mine and he brought my daughter a little bucket of sand with a gem just for her to play in. The mini golf was so cute and the scenery was beautiful! We will definitely be back again!!!

I wish I could give 10 stars! This was the most wonderful experience! George opened the gem mining…read morejust for our small family and our daughter had the most amazing time! She asked to see the flower gardens, so he gave us a personal tour and even hand cut flowers for her! At the end, she spun Busters wheel and got the most special pink stones. I cannot say enough great things! We can't wait to come back and mini golf on our next trip! Highly recommend! Thank you George for the most memorable time!

Was a very nice museum and planetarium as well. Alot of interesting exhibits for both children and…read moreadults..would definitely recommend a a visit..

This is a phenomenal museum! The grounds are absolutely beautiful. They had multiple displays,…read moreincluding dinosaurs. They also had a transportation exhibit with cars , bikes and trains throughout time. They had a technology exhibit that had phones, computers and gaming systems throughout time. They have an interactive area to look for fossils and pan for gems (polished rocks) that you can take home with you at no extra charge. They have a theater that played four different science movies. They also had an exploration area for kids. Highly recommend a visit. Plenty of no hassle parking and numerous super clean restrooms. We didn't visit the planetarium, but that was available.

Town Creek Valley Farm is a hidden gem in Talking Rock, Georgia. The corn maze is large and…read morepredominantly flat with enough unpredictable twists and turns to keep us on our toes but not frustrated. They provide a punch card that you follow a story line, solve puzzles and punch as you go throughout the maze. They have u-pick flowers that are reasonably priced and lots of cute photo spots to take pictures of your visit. We thoroughly enjoyed this corn maze which is family owned and operated. They also won't break the bank or drive a tractor through a protected trout stream (like nearby Yahoo Farm on 108 in Jasper).

Beautiful!!! This was the perfect end to our day and the nicest people. U-pick these gorgeous…read morezinnias or sunflowers while surrounded by the corn maze where you can hear the kids laughing trying to go through it and do g forget the cow in the next field watching us and mooing. I could have grabbed a chair and just stayed for a while. Don't miss a chance to check this little slice of heaven

Outstanding Antique and Botanical store. Everything is top shelf and many of the antiques are from…read moreEurope. Come find a unique plant or planter as well.

Such a beautiful arrangement of specialty pieces you won't find anywhere else. Barbara has…read moreexcellent taste and a beautiful personality!