I fell in love the moment we turned the corner...and saw the most stately building of Chateau Elan, in Braselton, Ga.
May 17th, was our 35th wedding anniversary so we decided to take a road trip north of Atlanta to visit the vineyards of Chateau Elan and sample it's wine. We took the,
Wine Makers Tour, and learned about its historical beginnings to its current renovations. Afterward, we lunched at,
Paddy's Irish Pub around the corner. It had a very authentic rugged look inside, giving you the feeling of being in Ireland. The food was delicious with large servings, more than enough to eat. I had Fish and Chips, yum. Don had, Bangers and Mash. He didn't like the bangers; that's an acquired taste.
We stayed till evening and caught the sun setting behind the steep angled roof line of the building creating a beautiful silhouette. Of course the sculptured maiden, at the entrance of the building, stomping grapes in the fountain, was the focal of many images; along with acres of the vineyard's flowing lines, all leading back to that magnificent French mansion; everywhere surrounding it were rows after rows of neatly trimmed grape vines, bursting of new growth with the tiniest green clusters of baby grapes.
We roamed around the grounds, visiting the
spa and slipping inside the grand hotel. The french inspired decor was truly divine, down to the lit fireplace. I didn't want to leave. I could have curled up on any chair parked by that fireplace and just sipped wine and daydreamed.
Chateau Elan is enchanting. Just 40 miles north of Atlanta, will make the most satisfying road trip for anyone attending a
wedding event in these picturesque hills. Your guests will feel pampered just by its elegance. The choices awaiting you are many; choose from several interior venues, or experience outdoor catering with sunset, stars, moon and wine.
Dare I say, ciao or, Au revoir!
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| Chateau Elan Resort |
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| Sunset at Chateau Elan |
May 17th, was our 35th wedding anniversary so we decided to take a road trip north of Atlanta to visit the vineyards of Chateau Elan and sample it's wine. We took the, Wine Makers Tour, and learned about its historical beginnings to its current renovations. Afterward, we lunched at, Paddy's Irish Pub around the corner. It had a very authentic rugged look inside, giving you the feeling of being in Ireland. The food was delicious with large servings, more than enough to eat. I had Fish and Chips, yum. Don had, Bangers and Mash. He didn't like the bangers; that's an acquired taste.
We stayed till evening and caught the sun setting behind the steep angled roof line of the building creating a beautiful silhouette. Of course the sculptured maiden, at the entrance of the building, stomping grapes in the fountain, was the focal of many images; along with acres of the vineyard's flowing lines, all leading back to that magnificent French mansion; everywhere surrounding it were rows after rows of neatly trimmed grape vines, bursting of new growth with the tiniest green clusters of baby grapes.
We roamed around the grounds, visiting the spa and slipping inside the grand hotel. The french inspired decor was truly divine, down to the lit fireplace. I didn't want to leave. I could have curled up on any chair parked by that fireplace and just sipped wine and daydreamed.
Chateau Elan is enchanting. Just 40 miles north of Atlanta, will make the most satisfying road trip for anyone attending a wedding event in these picturesque hills. Your guests will feel pampered just by its elegance. The choices awaiting you are many; choose from several interior venues, or experience outdoor catering with sunset, stars, moon and wine.
Dare I say, ciao or, Au revoir!
This place is so beautiful. I could not be more pleased with their service. This is a truly a great place to throw an event. The views are incredible and the staff is wonderful. The floors at Banquet Halls are beautiful hard wood and the windows are floor to ceiling.
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ReplyDeleteFilm Journal International requested to publish an image from my blog of Chateau Elan. They will be convening at the winery for their, SouthShow convention this August 20-21. Thank you FJI!
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