Chateau Elan

Although Château Élan is located just 40 minutes north of Atlanta, it feels a world apart from the big city. The inn has been fashioned after a quintessential French château, offering a taste of Old World Europe in the heart of the Deep South. The property also boasts 200 acres of vineyards, a 42,000-square-foot winery (often used for social events), seven restaurants including the elegant Le Clos and The Viking Culinary Studio, offering weekend cooking classes. Daily guided tours are a great way to explore the vineyards, and for those who want a more in-depth experience, Château Élan offers Meet the Winemaker Tours.