Travel-My Favorite Fulton County Getaway

Located just 20 minutes or so from the Atlanta Airport, the Serenbe Community has so much to offer. They have a weekend farmers market, gift shops, and a bakery. I recommend packing a light picnic lunch to have while on a hike. Go mid morning for a cup of coffee at the bakery. Sit outside and read the AJC (provided) and then head out for a long hike along the miles and miles of trails. There are two "waterfalls" and a great little treehouse to discover. If you are up for it, stay all day, get a cookie and freshen up at the bakery (great bathrooms) and make reservations for dinner at The Hil restaurant. Or if you want, stay overnight at the Inn at Serenbe. They often have specials for dinner and room rates, so get on their email list. At one point they would allow guest to stay at the Inn on Sunday for $129 and would give you a $60.00 voucher for dinner at The Hil. Chef Hilary is a renowned Atlanta chef and prepares wonderful fresh vegetables, fish, lamb and more. They grow or raise most all their food items, including cheeses! They have a decent wine list, but I am sure you could bring your own. Despite the prices and the linen table cloths, the place is quite laid back and come as you are. The waitstaff is not the best in the world, but just be patient. The whole experience of Serenbe is worth it. There is also a restaurant at The Inn, The Farmhouse. They often serve Sunday specials of fried chicken with mashed potatoes, a vegetable of the day, bread and tea for a fixed price. I recommend going when you can stay the day. If you go on a Sunday for lunch, go when you can take your time and play croquet on the lawn. For sure take the kids, they have a trampoline built over a pit in the ground and a tiny basketball court for fun while you wait. They also have farm animals, sheep, goats, llama, and more. There is a ton to see and do. I am sure they will be having a lot of fall festivities, so keep watch and call me if you want someone to come along for the ride! http://www.serenbe.com/ Oh! I almost forgot. They have their own honey bees! You can buy it there at the Harris & Clark food store. They also carry Sweet Grass Dairy cheeses.