Week-end getaway to Blue Ridge, Georgia from Atlanta

Blue Ridge, Georgia has brilliant views and fantastic sunsets.
Blue Ridge, Georgia has brilliant views and fantastic sunsets.
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Blue Ridge, Georgia is a popular week-end getaway from the metro Atlanta area. You travel from the hustle and bustle of the city, traffic and crowds... to the serenity and peaceful atmosphere of a warm and welcoming North Georgia Mountain town. Blue Ridge is about an hour and half drive from Atlanta. Here are some travel tips if you decide to go:


There are some great cabin rentals in the Blue Ridge, Georgia area. Some of the most popular cabins can be viewed on this Trip Advisor site. The site shows photos of the cabins, and details on amenities like fireplaces, hot tubs, decks, number of bedrooms and descriptions of the mountain views and proximity to  rivers and creeks.  Here is an example  of a popular rental, the Toccoa Pearl, which is a luxurious 4 bedroom, riverfront home. Three Creeks cabin is a smaller, more secluded property that is chalet style, nestled in the woods and has large glass windows and an amazing view.


There are many restaurants to choose from ranging from Harvest on Main, an elegant restaurant which is noted for excellent food and 'mountain style' to the Blue Ridge Brewery that has great food and a lively,Bavarian atmosphere. Check out all of the highly rated Blue Ridge restaurants and you will find a wide variety to choose from. If you like the outdoors and a laid back atmosphere, you'll probably like Blue Ridge.  There is fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Or, just relax at the cabin with your friends and family and enjoy peaceful mountain views.

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Gaye Hyland has spent 25 years finding "offbeat" travel. Rather than touristy trips, she creates vacations with secret beaches, unique activities and cool, local hangouts. Gaye's recommendations are easy to plan and often bargain priced. E-mail her at: gaye.hyland@gmail.com.

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