PHOTOS: Unique experiences, attractions, stays await in North Georgia
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Terra Incognita Vineyards Rabun County and the North Georgia Mountains offer a one-of-a-kind experience for those looking for a unique celebration. (Terra Incognita Vineyards)
Things to see and do in Dillard What’s on the menu in North Georgia? (Kurtis Miller Photography/City of Dillard)
Terra Incognita Vineyards Start with some wine in a unique setting. Terra Incognita Vineyard is the perfect place to begin. The vineyard, surrounded by thousands of acres of protected forest land, boasts breathtaking views of the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains. (Terra Incognita Vineyards)
Clayton Cafe and Market in Rabun County Tiger Mountain Vineyards also offers good food and wine. 12 Spies Vineyards and Winery allows guests to enjoy sunsets, views and some wine, too. With three acres, pack a picnic, some chairs and a blanket and find your own spot on the grounds to spread out, enjoy some alone time and some 12 Spies wines. (Nelson Hicks)
5 adventures Rabun County For those who crave a unique adventure, the area’s mountains provide an array of activities.
Things to see and do in Dillard Take a canopy tour and explore the area hundreds of feet in the air (Kurtis Miller Photography/City of Dillard)
Things to see and do in Dillard or brave the rapids on the Chattooga River for a thrilling experience. (Kurtis Miller Photography/City of Dillard)
Dillard Horseback riding also offers a peaceful way to enjoy the beauty of the North Georgia Mountains.
Goats on the Roof If unique attractions are more to your liking, visit Tiger, Georgia. (Nelson Hicks)
Goats on the Roof Goats on the Roof features goats that roam the rooftops, a gift shop, ice cream, and gem mining. (Nelson Hicks)
Goats on the Roof “The number one question is, ‘Why, why are there goats on the roof,’” April Phillips from Goats on the Roof told wsbtv.com’s Nelson Hicks. “And my answer to every single person is ‘Why not, like why not?’ They have you interested, it made you stop.” (Nelson Hicks)
Goats on the Roof “My favorite thing is, what brings me pure joy is seeing the people,” Phillips said. “It doesn’t have to be kids, it’s children of all ages, that see when the goats come out and play. They, they love it. Their eyes light up. And that’s special to us.” (Nelson Hicks)
Goats on the Roof (Nelson Hicks)
Hillside Orchard Farms Hillside Orchard Farms offers a chance to interact with farm animals and enjoy its preserves, jams, jellies, pickles, and fruit ciders.
Hillside Orchard Farms
Tiger Drive-In A visit to the Tiger Drive-In offers first-run movies under the stars, and a market featuring artisan, crafts and flea market vendors is open Saturdays, weather permitting, from May through October. (Nelson Hicks)
Tiger Drive-In (Nelson Hicks)
Dillard antique shopping For those looking to indulge in some retail therapy, North Georgia boasts dozens of antique shops.
“You just never know what you might find,” Elizabeth Hopper from Yesterday’s Treasures said.
No trip to the North Georgia Mountains to celebrate Mother’s Day would be complete without sampling the local cuisine.
Dillard Waterfall Gourmet picnics can be picked up from The Farmhouse Market to be enjoyed at Lake Burton, Tallulah Gorge, Black Rock Mountain State Park, or one of the area’s waterfalls.
Dillard House Spend the night in a unique hotel. The Dillard House offers great stays with famous food to match.
Splendor Mountain while Splendor Mountain provides a romantic stay atop a mountain. (Rabun County)
Lake Rabun Hotel The Lake Rabun Hotel offers an incomparable experience, and Bleu Canoe’s tiny houses are perfect for snuggling up with that special someone.
Rabun County “It was a boutique hotel long before boutique became posh and trendy,” Bonnie East from the Lake Rabun Hotel said. “It’s a little artistic and quirky. It is historical. It sits beautifully resting in nature.” (Nelson Hicks)
Visit Dillard With unique attractions, unique activities, unique meals, and unique stays, the North Georgia Mountains offer an unforgettable experience.
Things to see and do in Dillard “On a spring weekend, there’s no more beautiful place to be than the mountains of northeast Georgia,” Celebrate Clayton festival chairwoman Kathy Ford said. (Kurtis Miller Photography/City of Dillard)
Dillard features plenty of places to hike This gallery is sponsored by Rabun County.
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Dillard mountain view
Things to do around Dillard (Nelson Hicks)
Things to see and do in Dillard (Kurtis Miller Photography/City of Dillard)
Things to see and do in Dillard (Kurtis Miller Photography/City of Dillard)
Tiger Drive-In Here are some more photos from the Tiger Drive-In in Rabun County. (Nelson Hicks)
Dillard Georgia (Nelson Hicks)
Rabun County (Nelson Hicks)
Rabun County (Nelson Hicks)
Rabun County Here are some more photos from Rabun County. (Rabun County)
Rabun County Here are some more photos from Rabun County. (Rabun County)
Rabun County Here are some more photos from Rabun County. (Rabun County)
Rabun County (Nelson Hicks)
White Birch Provisions Here are some more treats from White Birch Provisions in Rabun County. (Nelson Hicks)
