It’s no surprise that Chateau Elan Winery & Resort draws a hodgepodge of visitors at any given time. During one particular March weekend, that mix included teens representing several schools for their junior-senior proms, couples getting away for a date-night dinner or overnight stay, friends enjoying a mini girls’ trip, and college graduates taking part in their graduation ceremony and subsequent celebration. Time and again, Chateau Elan in Braselton, Georgia—just about an hour’s drive from metropolitan Atlanta—proves to be the destination for a day at the spa, wine tastings and tours, or a home-away-from-home experience.
The 3,500-acre property includes a resort reminiscent of a French country estate and featuring guest rooms and private villas, winery, golf courses, and a culinary studio. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate being able to choose between three courses—Chateau Course and Woodlands Course, both 18-hole championship courses, and a nine-hole, par 3 executive walking course. For dining, you’ll never have to leave the property if that’s your preference. Dining options include a Southern-inspired steakhouse, Marc Restaurant, Versailles Restaurant & Bar, Paddy’s Irish Pub, and more.
For more leisure, in a serene ambiance, venture outside after dusk to relax fireside near an open fire pit—where you also may toast s’mores using a kit available for purchase on property. The open-firepit experience plus opportunities to relax both inside the spa—including fireside in the lobby area—as well as outside the spa on relaxing hammocks made for hard-to-leave-behind peaceful moments of this journalist’s stay. A word of caution: While getting in the hammock may bring its share of challenges, it’ll all be worth it once you’re looking up at the sky or around at nature that’s surrounding you!
Another highlight of the trip: the spa at Chateau Elan where I enjoyed a 50-minute Vintner’s Blend Custom Massage followed by much-needed wind down time in the quiet room.
Whether you’re after some me time, a space to escape alone or with traveling companions, or a place to take in activities that can feed your soul and your appetite, you’ll check off all the boxes at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort. And you’ll be in good company—with an assortment of others who are looking to do the same.
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort
100 Rue Charlamagne
Braselton, GA 30517
While getting in the hammock may bring its share of challenges, it’ll all be worth it once you’re looking up at the sky or around at nature that’s surrounding you!