Monthly Archives: March 2016

Head To Woody’s Mountain Bikes For A Georgia Adventure

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More than 60 bike trails wind through the North Georgia Mountains nearby the Inn, leading to some fabulous rides and spectacular views. And for those in the know, most great rides start with a trip to Woody’s Mountain Bikes in Helen. Woody’s is the complete package: rental store, repair shop, tour guide, shuttle service all rolled into one. Never been on a fat tire ride before? No problem. Woody’s eco adventures are designed for all skill levels, from first-timer to expert. They’ll provide the bike and helmet, helpful tips and all the encouragement you need for a fun ride. The most … Continue reading →

Fiber Fest Coming In April To Georgia Mountain Town

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What do knitting, pottery and sheep have in common? They’re all part of the fun at the Fiber, Farm & Arts Festival, April 29-May 1, 2016 at the North Georgia Zoo in Cleveland. Spring is sheep sheering time, which is the inspiration for the annual event. Stop by and you can learn all about sheering, as well as spinning, fiber art and more. There will be creations on display from local vendors specializing in fiber arts, knitting, painting, homesteading and crafts. And if you’d like to try your hand at making something, you can do that too. Like all good … Continue reading →

Enjoy Spring Events At Georgia Mountains Cultural Center

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The Sautee Nacoochee Center, located nearby the Inn, is a wonderful resource for our guests. Not only does it house one of the foremost collections of pottery in Georgia, it’s also the place to go for everything from concerts to classes. To help you plan your upcoming travels, here’s a list of what’s scheduled this Spring at the Center. Sautee Nacoochee Center 283 Highway 255 North, Sautee Nacoochee, GA 706-878-3300 Saturday, March 26, 2016 2nd Annual Blue Ribbon Biscuit & Bluegrass Festival. The best tastes and tunes of northeast Georgia come together in this fun fest. Check out our blog … Continue reading →

Spring Is Ideal Time To View Georgia Mountain Waterfalls

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Waterfalls in the north Georgia mountains are at their best in the Spring, so it’s a great time to check them out. Plan to stay at the Inn and you’ll be nearby the parks and creeks where many of the falls are located. The closest to Helen is a set of falls that are easily accessible: Curtis Creek Falls and York Creek Falls, located at the convergence of the two creeks. The short ½ – mile trail up to them is a bit steep, but there are benches along the way for resting. Curtis Falls drops 153 feet; York Creek … Continue reading →

North Georgia Inn Is Giving Rooms A New Look

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It’s not just at our Spa at Lucille’s where you’ll find rejuvenation, we’ve been experiencing it in our Inn too! This winter we got the remodeling bug and are redoing a few of the guest rooms. First up was, appropriately, was Room 1. The biggest part of the project was the bathroom, where we tore out the shower and sink, got rid of old tile and got down to the business of updating. It took a few days longer than we expected (anyone who’s ever remodeled a bathroom knows how this can happen!). Both the bath and bedroom got new … Continue reading →