Cozy Winter Weekends in Georgia's Blue Ridge

Blue Ridge, Georgia, is the ultimate destination for an adults-only winter weekend getaway, offering the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor fun!

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Get away for a weekend in the north Georgia mountains. It's great in winter with long range mountain views, relaxing in front of a warm fireplace in your luxury rental cabin, and a town full of friendly people, great food and small town shops. And it's a hiker's paradise with nearby waterfalls and the famous Appalachian Trail, where nature sets the scene for good times. Wind down with sudsy sips at local breweries and tasting rooms. Or top off your day with unbeatable Blue Ridge eats, from down home cooking to casual elegance. There's plenty of fun things to do in winter in Georgia's Blue Ridge! Here are all the resources you'll need to plan your winter vacation:

1. Get away for a relaxing weekend

Rent a cozy cabin or B & B and curl up by the fireplace with a good book then soak in your hot tub in the refreshing mountain air. After a long nap, come into downtown Blue Ridge for a leisurely stroll and dining experience at one of our many fine restaurants.

A secluded log cabin with warm glowing light coming through the windows at night in Blue Ridge, GA

Luxury Cabin Rentals in Blue Ridge

2. Go for a winter walk

Winter hiking is spectacular with crisp mountain air and sunshine revealing long-range vistas of the gorgeous Appalachian mountains, farms and valleys. Some of the most famous trails in the world start in Georgia's Blue Ridge so you will never run out of choices! Plus there's something for every level of hiker experience. Download some of our FREE hiking guides below:

A couple stands in the light of a lantern in a snow-covered forest and looks out across the water

Winter Walks in the Blue Ridge Mountains

3. Check Out Our Brewpubs & Taverns

After a day in the outdoors come on into town, pull up a stool and quench your thirst at one of Blue Ridge's unique taverns, craft breweries, tasting rooms, local vineyards and apple orchard cider house. Our local brew houses are as warm and friendly as the people you'll meet there. Check out our FREE brewery and vineyard guide for more information.

A couple enjoys craft beer on a bight and sunny brewery patio in Blue Ridge, Georgia

Fun Times at Grumpy Old Men

4. Dining in Blue Ridge

You don't even have to cook while you're on your cozy winter getaway! Downtown Blue Ridge has some of the region's best restaurants. With a wide range of cuisine there's something to satisfy every taste, including country cooking and upscale, mountain casual dining.

One of the great things about Blue Ridge, Georgia is our year round climate. Even in winter, days can be sunny and warm-ish. And lots of our restaurants offer sunny patios (dog friendly, too!). It's a snap to have a meal alfresco and enjoy not just the food, but also the clean mountain air. Download our free restaurant guide.

Warm and Inviting Restaurants in Downtown Blue Ridge

5. Get a couples massage

Serenity in the Mountains, is a luxurious experience for couples. You can book a stay or just book a spa experience. Relax in the couples room in front of the fireplace while you wait for your massage. The treehouses offer privacy, a fireplace and a porch for enjoying a glass of champagne after your relaxing treatment.

Comfortable chairs center around a stone fireplace at Serenity Spa

Relaxation at Serenity Spa

Ready to make lasting winter memories in Georgia's Blue Ridge? Start filling your itinerary with local events and relaxing activities. Plan your cozy getaway today!