September 2011

Georgia Cabin Rental - October Events

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/21/2011 - 15:41

You've searched and searched for the perfect Georgia Cabin Rental and are now starting to see what events will be going on during your stay? We are here to help ~ October is full of picturesque beauty everywhere you turn with fun activities and festivals that the entire family would enjoy. Here is a list of the events that will be going on in Blue Ridge, GA and the surrounding area. 

EVERYDAY

The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway has their wonderful rail excursions that depart the train depot at 11 a.m. for an hour train ride along the Toccoa River to McCaysville, GA/Copperhill, TN. This is where two cities join with a blue line down the middle of the sidewalk/street. People from all over enjoy having their pictures taken while having one foot in Georgia and the other in Tennessee. Sorry the train is closed on Wednesdays. 

Another great activity to do while visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains is going to Mercier Orchards. They have fresh fruit in season, a fabulous bakery and much more. They have U-pick cherries and blueberries and when in season, U-pick apples. Mercier's is open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

WEEKENDS

Enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables grown here in the North Georgia Mountains by local farmers at the Blue Ridge Farmer's Market - Saturday mornings in front of The Art Center, downtown Blue Ridge.

October 1-2

U-Pick Apples - Visit Mercier Orchards and enjoy picking some delicious apples every weekend in September, weather permitting. Spend the day at the farm and enjoy a tractor ride through the orchards. Great family activity. 

October 1-2

John C. Campbell Fall Festival - Celebrate the rich heritage of the Appalachians at the annual fall festival, featuring over 180 juried and non-juried crafts people. Enjoy continuous live music, dance, craft demonstrations, good food and much more!

October 1-2

Indian Summer Festival - Enjoy a variety of different arts and crafts, music, pottery, home made goodies, furniture, photographs and more. Admission is $4.00 with children under 6 years are free.

October 6-9 & 13-16

Blue Ridge Community Theater presents Grace & Gloria- Grace is Velveeta and Wonder Bread and Gloria is Brie and Lobster. Grace can't read or write and Gloria can't figure out Grace's wood stove. Gloria volunteers for Hospice, an organization that, among other things, helps the terminally ill live their last days comfortably. Grace is her uncooperative new assignment. This tightly crafted play explores the differences and similarities between the two women. The contrast results in a touching and funny play. Showtimes are Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's at 7:30 pm with Sunday's at 2:00 pm

October 7-15

Georgia Mountain Fall Festival - Fun for the whole family. Enjoy arts, crafts & exhibits. Clogging, singing, authentic mountain demonstrations, visit the pioneer village, and the new attraction Swampmaster. Watch as the Swampmaster catches an 8 foot, 200 lb Alligator with his bare hands! Your children can even hold a baby alligator safely and have their picture taken by the expert handler. Also included is the Ole Time Fiddlers Convention. Admission is $10 with children under 10 years are free. Parking is $2

October 8-9

Fall Arts in the Park - A Southern tradition in the Spring, and they have now added a second Arts in the Park for the fall, featuring over 200 arts, crafts and food booths. The best in the mountain crafts and fine arts, artist's demonstrations, music and dance. The Arts in the Park in the Spring has been recognized as one of the Top 20 Events by the Southeastern Tourism Society. Admission is $5.00

October 8-9 & 15-16

Apple Festival - 40th Annual Apple Festival with over 300 vendors with handmade/hand crafted items and on-site demonstrations. Lots of good things to eat. Other fun things to do will be an antique car show on the 8th and a parade on the 15th.

October 15-16 & 22-23

Mountain Harvest Arts and Craft Sale - 40th Annual Event. 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Mountain Arts & Crafts, food and fun for the whole family. No admission fee and free parking. Lots of local vendors.

October 15-16

Gold Rush Days - Dahlonega, GA - The historic gold mining town of Dahlonega goes all out each fall in celebration of its rich mountain and gold mining heritage. Gold Rush Days is the largest arts and crafts festival in the NE Georgia mountains, with over 300 arts and crafts booths. Also look for demonstrations and competitions with traditional mountain pastimes like hog calling, a liars' contest, crosscut sawing, clogging, buck dancing, and bluegrass music.

October 18-22

Kiwanis Fair of Blue Ridge - Kiwanis Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge - Enjoy Rides, Fairway, Carnival goodies, fine local entertainers performing each day.

October 22

Paws In The Park - Downtown Blue Ridge City Park - Mark your calendar and plan to come and enjoy a day with your favorite pet. Event includes parade, pet education and demonstrations, rabies clinic, micro-chipping, contests, prizes, photos with your pet, and much more!!! 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Parade starts at 10:00 am and event not to miss. From Kitties to Llamas this parade is a not miss!

October 31

Halloween Safe Zone - Downtown Blue Ridge - Hundreds of costumed kids and grown-up kids plus your pets are welcome gather in downtown Blue Ridge to celebrate. Fun begins at 6:00 and runs until 8:30. Costume contest begins at 6:15, with a pet contest at 7:30. Halloween Movies in the park beginning at dusk. 

Georgia Cabins - Autumn in the North Georgia Mountains

Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/20/2011 - 10:01

Come enjoy the beauty of the mountains with Georgia Cabins this autumn season. Marvel in the sunset oranges, bright reds and sunrise yellows blanketing the North Georgia Mountains. Listen to the birds sing their autumn songs while having a relaxing picnic after a beautiful hike to the Swinging Bridge. The enjoyment of planning the perfect North Georgia Mountain getaway is finding that perfect cabin. Our idea of a perfect getaway is sitting out on the deck at Aska Adventure Outpost, listening to the cardinals sing their morning song, the rush of the Toccoa River flowing by down below and gazing out at the sunrise all the while drinking that first cup of coffee and feeling the stress just melt away. Aska Adventure Outpost has just a picturesque view that you will feel miles away from civilization. After a day of shopping, hiking, zip-lining or horseback riding, come home to your own outdoor hot tub or relax those muscles in the indoor sauna. When was the last time you were surrounded by complete and utter luxury? So when planning that autumn getaway, check out our availability, lock up the office and house, forget about the mail and just escape to Cabin Rentals of Georgia.

North Georgia Cabin Rentals - Five Great Fall Activities

Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 16:58

Choosing where to go when visiting North Georgia Cabin Rentals can really make life stressful. To make things easier when planning your activities, we have put together for you the top five attractions that you and your family would enjoy this fall season.

1. Southern Tree Plantation - Located in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains. They grow thousands of pumpkins and Christmas trees each year. During the fall season, the plantation is full of fun activities for the entire family. You can enjoy a nice picnic while the kids romp around on the barnyard playground, kid's train ride, roasting marshmallows, hayrides, animals, mountain crafts, wooden maze, plus much more.

2. Georgia Mountain Fall Festival - This festival runs from October 7th - 15th, 2011. You can visit a variety of arts, crafts & exhibits. They will have clogging, singing, authentic mountain demonstrations, musical performances, flower festival and the Swampmaster show for alligator wrestling. The fall festival is fun for the entire family. Located at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee.

3. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - Enjoy a scenic train ride along the Toccoa River from Blue Ridge to McCaysville. Enjoy the beautiful colors of the leaves while in the outdoor car, wave at on lookers stay at our cabins - A Rolling River, The Rivers Edge, Outlaw Ridge, Fallen Timber Lodge or Riverview Lodge as the train passes by.

4. Arts in the Park Festival - The best in mountain crafts and fine arts, artist's demonstrations, music and dance. This festival in the spring has been recognized as one of the Top 20 events by the Southeastern Tourism Society and now they have added a second Arts in the Park in the Fall.

5. Horseback Riding - Adventure Trail Rides is near many of our cabins such as Casa Bella, Cadence Ridge and Rustic Retreat. Adventure Trail Rides really knows how to show you the true beauty of the Blue Ridge countryside. There are scenic trail rides for adults, children, the experienced and unexperienced rider. Private and Sunset rides are available.

The next time your looking to getaway from the busy city, look at Cabin Rentals of Georgia and let us help you plan the perfect fall getaway.

North Georgia Cabin Rentals - Shopping in Blue Ridge

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 17:35

Blue Ridge has plenty of outdoor activities and North Georgia Cabin Rentals to suit the needs of any adventurer, but roughing it in the wilderness is not all Blue Ridge has to offer. Chic, sassy, smart boutique shops lining the streets of downtown Blue Ridge would impress any world traveler. While the extensive selection of gourmet wines and numerous art galleries offer prized souvenirs, the best trinkets to bring home are the ones that are free. Pick some wild flowers along the road at Crooked Creek Cabin and press them into a scrapbook. During the summer season, pick some wild blackberries that surround Majestic Lake or Paradise Found and make your own homemade jams to give to all your friends back home. Take a hike down Long Creek Falls and savor crystal clear waters while collecting smooth stones, all just minutes from Aska Adventure Outpost or Hidden Laurel Lodge. Of course the most precious souvenir of all , unforgettable memories of a fabulous vacation in the mountains, can be found at any one of our luxury cabin rentals. Whatever your adventure maybe, we understand how important your Georgia Mountain vacation is, and we can help you find everything you need to make your vacation the best it can possibly be. 

North Georgia Cabin Rentals - September Events

Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/02/2011 - 14:23

Have you reserved that perfect North Georgia Cabin Rental and are trying to figure out what events will be going on? With the weather starting to get cooler, and the leaves  beginning to show signs of color, September is full of fun events the whole family can enjoy in peace and without a lot of other tourists. You can hike to many of the waterfalls undisturbed, fish for rainbow trout in peace or tube down the Toccoa River with no one around to bother you before the weather gets too cold. This is the perfect time of year to let your senses take in the beauty the North Georgia Mountains has to offer. Here is a list of some of the events that Blue Ridge, GA has going on this month.

September 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25

U-Pick Apples - Visit Mercier Orchards and enjoy picking some delicious apples every weekend in September, weather permitting. Spend the day at the farm and enjoy a tractor ride through the orchards. Great family activity.

September 3

Roxie Watson Band - Presented by the Blue Ridge Community Theater and Out of the Blue - five piece string band that plays what they like to call "alterna-grass," a mix of traditional sounding songs that contain three and four part harmonies, elements of old country, Appalachian music, hymns & bluegrass, without adhering to the traditions of any one genre. Show begins at 7:30 and tickets are $20.00.

September 5

Postmortem - Blue Ridge Community Theater - This clever thriller is set in a magnificent pseudo-medieval castle on a bluff overlooking the Connecticut River. The show starts at 7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday's and 2:00 pm on Sundays.

September 10
 
Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Musical Festival - Downtown Blue Ridge City Park - Plan on a day of music and food in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains featuring Francine Reed and Rollin Bones, Blacktop Blues Band, Frankies Blues Mission and The King Bees. 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. $5.00 admission, collectable posters and apparel. Door prizes, food and a People's Choice Awards. Plan a weekend getaway! September is a great time to bring the music and feast on BBQ from all around the Southeast.
 
September 17-18
 
Ride the Rails Festival - A 5 mile round trip by railroad motor car traveling through the Iron Bridge over the beautiful Toccoa River, then returning over the bridge back to the beautiful Mineral Bluff Depot. Train ride donations: $10.00 for adults $5.00 Children 2 to 12. Food, Cotton Candy, Popcorn, Hot Fresh Coffee, Cold Soft Drinks, Model Train Sales, Tee Shirts, Motor Car Display Area and Local Vendors. A fun day for all! Visit the depot and see the progress being made on our large "HO" gauge model railroad based on the "Old Line" from Atlanta to Etoway, TN and through Mineral Bluff to Murphy, NC! Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Special! Mtn. Country Music by: Ralph Baker and the Stateline Band
 
September 23
 
6th Annual Great Train Event - Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - Get your caboose on the train for the ride of your life! A great evening of fun aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad. Dress up in your finest Western apparel as there will be prizes for the best costume. Purchase your tickets and be at the train depot at 5:00 PM. There will be entertainment and a surprise or two along the way. Dinner will follow when you arrive back in Blue Ridge. Tickets are $40.00 for a single rider or $75.00 for a couple. Price includes appetizers, beer, wine, train ride and dinner. Call 706-455-7437 for any questions, or you may purchase tickets at Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Depot or you may purchase them online.

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