Sunday, March 16, 2014

Spring into Easter 2014 in the North Georgia Mountains

Spring is upon us! Time to take a Spring Break getaway or perhaps an Easter excursion. We have just the place in the North Georgia Mountains! Spring blossoms, fun adventures, and an Easter egg hunt are waiting for you!


Hippity hoppity, Easter is on its way, and what a better time and place than the North Georgia Mountains to spend your Spring Break and Easter holiday! If you like mountain views bursting with blossoms, rambling rivers, and outdoor activities, check out our suggestions for the ultimate mountain spring adventure. While these ideas are inexpensive, the trip is still one that’s packed full of fun, excitement, and wonderful memories to be made.

Easter Egg Hunt

First, let’s start with the Easter holiday. The Coosawattee River Resort is a hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on April 19th at 10am sharp in Fishtrap Park. Bring all of your little hoppers and enjoy a day surrounded by the joys of a good ole egg hunt, mountains speckled with blossoms, and spring adventures.

North Georgia Spring Blossoms

Every spring around March, the North Georgia Mountains start to turn out some of the most vivid and assorted forest wildflower displays anywhere! Along the mountain streams, roadsides, trails, rocks, and peaks, thousands of wildflowers make a collage of pastel and brilliant colors.  Note that the earliest blooms begin at the lower elevations and progress during the season to the higher elevations. The stunning flowering rhododendrons are particularly magnificent and a major spring attraction.

Spring Getaway Resort

Next, we have the perfect place to stay while you’re on your spring adventure. The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort offers one, two, and three bedroom cabins and villas throughout the Appalachian Mountains and in some of the most breath-taking spots around the resort. Options include fireplaces, hot tubs, and lofts for an accommodation that is perfect for your traveling entourage.

And here’s a sweet Easter treat for you, The Villas at the Coosawattee River Resort is offering Three Bedroom Villas, that regularly run for $190 per night, for only $65 per night! The spring special is valid for Monday – Thursday from March 15th to April 14th:

Four Night Stay BEST VALUE

•         $65 per night in Three Bedroom Villa (regularly $190 per night)\

•         $70 per night in Hot Tub Villa (regularly $210 per night)

Three Night Stay

•         $70 per night in Three Bedroom Villa (regularly $190 per night)

•         $75 per night in Hot Tub Villa (regularly $210 per night)

Two Night Stay

•         $75 per night in Three Bedroom Villa (regularly $190 per night)

•         $80 per night in Hot Tub Villa (regularly $210 per night)

While staying at The Villas at Coosawattee, enjoy some amazing resort amenities. Whether you need to entertain the kids, relax and rejuvenate yourself, or reconnect with nature, the resort has something for everyone. The kids will have a blast exploring any one of the six river parks, and more specifically, walking the suspension bridge across to Fishtrap Park. Visit the Recreation Center for a heated indoor pool, a fitness center, tennis, and miniature golf. And reconnecting with nature has never been easier with fishing ponds, walking trails, picnic & cook-out facilities, and peaceful parks throughout the property.

The General Store at Eagle Mountain

Right outside the Eagle Mountain Gate, The General Store is a step back in time to slower days of the old general mountain store where friends gather for special activities, every day needs, good food, good times, and arts and crafts. The General Store dishes up hearty breakfasts, and the deli is a popular lunch time spot. Picturesque picnic tables outline the entrance of the store, giving the ideal opportunity to enjoy the spring sunshine with your sandwich. And if you need to pick up some grocery items for your villa or cabin, The General Store is your destination.

About The Villas at Coosawattee

The Villas at Coosawattee was awarded “Silver Crown” from RCI  in recognition of its outstanding resort facilities and services.  The award recognizes The Villas strong commitment to quality and service based on a 12-month compilation of exchange guest assessments, which include resort quality, service delivery, and overall vacation experience.

For Reservations

The Monday – Thursday Spring offer is valid February 15 – May 14th. Please call The Villas at Coosawattee between 8am & 5pm EST at (706) 276-1075 to make your reservation. Refer to the Monday to Thursday Spring Villas when making your reservation.

Where to Find The Villas at Coosawattee

To find The Villas at Cooswattee, travel approximately 75 miles north of Atlanta or 70 miles south of Chattanooga off of Highway 515 in Ellijay. Turn onto Old State Route 5 and then take a right towards Historic Downtown Ellijay. Travel for approximately 4 miles and take a left onto GA Hwy 382 / Green’s Country Store. Travel up the hill for .6 miles and take a right into the main entrance of The Coosawattee River Resort. Check in for The Villas is located at The POA office, which is approximately a half mile from the gate on the right.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and conditions include but are not limited to the rentals are based on availability with no pets. Rates include cleaning fees. Check-in is at 4:00pm and check-out is by 10:00am. Above prices above subject to 12% Sales and Lodging Tax.