The North Georgia mountains are an exquisite getaway any time of year, but they offer a particularly quiet, romantic setting in the winter. It’s a great time to visit the top wineries in North Georgia while also getting plenty of rest and relaxation at one of the most romantic getaways in Georgia.
Georgia is home to over 40 wineries and vineyards, many of which are concentrated in North Georgia. Popular wine-focused cities like Dahlonega aren’t too far away from our North Georgia Bed and Breakfast if you’re interested in going there. However, you’ll find some of the best off-the-beaten-path wineries in North Georgia just minutes from our Inn.
As wonderful as it is, wine tasting is just one of the many things waiting for you in the North Georgia mountains this winter. This area has stunning scenery, great hiking trails and other outdoor pursuits, charming towns to explore, and plenty more. Whatever your winter has in store, our romantic North Georgia Bed and Breakfast is the perfect home base for all your adventures. Glen-Ella Springs is considered by many to be one of the most romantic getaways in Georgia.
We’d love nothing more than to treat you and your sweetheart to an unforgettable retreat in the North Georgia mountains this winter. Book your room today!
Visit The Best Wineries in North Georgia This Winter
Is there anything better than enjoying the scenic mountain views in the North Georgia Mountains with a delicious glass of locally-made wine in your hand? We don’t think so! Though wine tasting in North Georgia is always a wonderful experience, there’s something extra special about visiting the top wineries in North Georgia during the quieter winter months.
There are far fewer crowds here in the winter, giving you more time to linger at wineries in North Georgia, enjoy intimate tastings, and learn more in-depth about each of the places you visit. When you stay at our romantic North Georgia Bed and Breakfast, you’ll be within 45 minutes of more than 30 incredible wineries in North Georgia!
Though most of the wines you’ll encounter in North Georgia are sweet wines made from muscadine grapes and fruits, like peaches and berries, you’ll find that wineries in North Georgia also produce a broad range of European-style wines. It would take you several trips to the North Georgia mountains to taste all the great wine here, but to help you get started on some of the best winter wine tastings, we’ve curated a list of our ten favorite wineries in North Georgia.
- Yonah Mountain Vineyards is one of our most recommended wineries in North Georgia. You will enjoy stunning mountain views at this top-rated winery and a delicious array of wines to taste, including chardonnay, merlot, malbec, pinot noir, and sauvignon blanc. Don’t miss their exquisite wine cave tour!
- Another one of the most popular wineries in North Georgia is Tiger Mountain Vineyards, which is also just 20 minutes from Glen-Ella Springs. This award-winning Georgia winery produces a delicious Malbec and Cabernet Franc.
- Stonewall Creek Vineyards produces a wonderful range of wines from their estate-grown grapes. They also have a second wine label, Standing Deer Cellar, produced using non-estate-grown but still local grapes. Taste their wonderful wines at their covered outdoor or indoor tasting room.
- Head over near Helen, and you’ll find Habersham Winery, one of the oldest wineries in North Georiga (and the entire state!). They offer several different varieties of wine, including the popular North Georgia specialty of Muscadine.
- Near Cleveland, about 45 minutes from our North Georgia Bed and Breakfast, you’ll find Cottage Vineyards & Winery. With beautiful mountain views and delicious wines, it’s a fantastic place for a winter wine tasting.
- One of the newer wineries in North Georgia that we’re loving is CeNita Winery. They are also located in Cleveland and offer an excellent selection of red and white wines.
- Another of our favorite wineries in North Georgia is 12 Spies Vineyards. There’s something here for every wine lover, and it just so happens to be a delightful place to enjoy a sunset, too.
- Serenity Cellars is a small, boutique winery focusing on small-batch production of old-world Tuscan-inspired wines. They produce delicious red bends, but they are perhaps best known for their delightful dessert wine, as featured in Forbes Magazine.
- Another great choice among wineries in North Georgia is Terra Incognita Vineyard. This stunning wine-tasting destination sits overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, with gorgeous vineyards surrounded by thousands of protected acres of forest. It’s truly a breathtaking place to sip and swirl delicious wines this winter.
- If you head towards Dahlonega, you must visit Kaya Vineyard and Winery. It was one of the first wineries in North Georgia in the Dahlonega area and is the largest. Their wines are truly spectacular.
Enjoy the Best Romantic Getaway in Georgia This Winter
Wine tasting is, perhaps, one of the most romantic things you can do in North Georgia, but honestly, it’s just part of what makes a great getaway. If you’re looking for one of the most romantic getaways in Georgia, you’ve found it in Glen-Ella Springs. Our historic Georgia Inn is a stunning oasis nested in the heart of the beautiful North Georgia mountains.
Guests come to our North Georgia Bed and Breakfast to escape the busy, harried pace of modern life and to seek respite in the beautiful North Georgia mountains. We offer 16 well-appointed guest rooms, each imbueing a sense of rustic elegance to your romantic getaways in Georgia.
Our North Georgia Bed and Breakfast is part of the Select Registry group of properties, a network of refined Inns around the country dedicated to intimate and elevated guest experiences. Our Georgia Inn offers a range of elevated, luxury appointments in each guest room, and we treat every guest to the same high-quality, service-oriented hospitality.
Besides offering stunning accommodations in the North Georgia mountains, Glen-Ella Springs also operates one of the best restaurants in North Georgia. Our restaurant sources ingredients locally to craft a delicious menu and lends a romantic ambiance to your meals – perfect for those romantic getaways in Georgia! Our restaurant is also the setting for daily breakfast, included with every stay at our luxury North Georgia Bed and Breakfast.
From wine tasting and exploring the charming mountain towns to hiking and adventuring in the North Georgia mountains, there’s truly no better place for romantic getaways in Georgia. Escape to the extraordinary this winter, and book a room at our North Georgia Bed and Breakfast today!
