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Lily Creek Lodge, constructed in the style of a European
Chalet, is nestled in a forested valley in the foothills
of the Appalachian Mountains, only an hour's drive from
downtown Atlanta. |
A Three Diamond-rated Bed and Breakfast by AAA, innkeepers
Don and Sharon Bacek offer country inn lodging at an eclectic
mountain retreat with nooks for romance and quiet as well as
places to play and relax.
An arched stone fireplace in the Lodge's Art Nouveau
gathering room offers a welcoming haven to relax and enjoy a
blazing fire while sipping a cup of hot cocoa or cider. Guests
are invited to read, play games, or visit with other guests.
There is also a swimming pool with a rushing waterfall, an
outdoor hot tub in the pavillion, a swing in the woods, a
bocce court, and a treehouse.
Each of the uniquely furnished accommodations depicts a
geographical or period theme. Fine antiques, collectibles, and
artwork, coupled with high-quality linens, down comforters,
and feather pillows yield an ambience of rustic elegance you
are sure to enjoy. Twelve guest rooms are available, each with
its own private bath. Five of the rooms are actually two-room
suites, and three of the suites have kitchen facilities for
your convenience and wireless Internet.
The Lily Creek Lodge serves a gourmet continental breakfast
on the outdoors deck, in the hillside gazebo, or in the formal
French dining room. For something different, you may want to
try "Breakfast in the Trees" up in the tree house
and view the surrounding mountain range.
The Lily Creek Lodge is a year-round retreat with each
change of the seasons providing its own special magic. In
Spring, the delicate pinks of wild honeysuckle and the
brilliant orange blossoms of the flame azalea accentuate the
white flowering dogwood. In Summer, the fruit is ripe, and
lush greens and delightfully cool evenings provide guests with
a respite for life's cares. Fall brings nature's palette to
life when the leaves change and the mountains are painted in
spectacular reds, yellows, and oranges. Winter opens new
vistas as the hardwoods shed their leaves. This is the ideal
time to observe the native wildlife and enjoy the breathtaking
views. Regardless of when you visit, the Baceks know your stay
will be an enjoyable one; they look forward to meeting you
soon. |
The Lodge acreage is a wildlife sanctuary and the home of
many flora and fauna found only in this mountain ecology.
Bring your binoculars or borrow your hosts' to observe
hummingbirds, finches, hawks, and woodpeckers as well as a
myriad of butterflies. In the heart of North Georgia wine
country, this region is the Gateway to the scenic beauty of
the Appalachian Trail, and is crossed by the Chestatee and
Etowah Rivers which are ideal for whitewater rafting,
kayaking, and canoeing.
Other activities include hiking, fishing, mountain biking,
horseback riding, and golf.
Visit Amicalola Falls, the highest waterfall in eastern
America, or drive to one of the nearby state parks, or enjoy a
winetasting or tour at a local vineyard.
The Station, site of the beginning of the Cherokee Nation's "Trail
of Tears is close to the Lodge." Your adventures away
from the the inn should include Dahlonega, the place of the
nation's first gold rush in the late 1820's and now recognized
as a cultural center for the arts, crafts and music of the
Appalachian region.
Visit the Gold Museum and the historic Town Square, where
you will find a variety of shops, restaurants and performing
arts venues. |
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