We had an absolutely fabulous wedding here. From the first tour we took, the staff was prompt,…read morekind, and accommodating. My mother has terminal cancer and we ended up having to get married a year earlier than we planned so we were stressing about finding a venue that could put together our dream wedding in 5 months. We almost settled and gave up on that dream wedding until we found The Cotton Gin. I still have no idea how they pulled it off so seamlessly. The Cotton Gin went above and beyond to make the whole day smooth for both my mom and us. When they say "all inclusive" they mean it. I did not lift a single finger for coordinating vendors, stressing about timing, or anything that usually causes stress for brides. I was calm the whole day and if any anxiety arose at any point in the process, the staff reassured me and was proactive in accommodating anything I needed. The owner Amanda is a creative genius and you can tell she loves what she does. Her goal is to give all brides a dream wedding that fits their budget. You can tell that she put careful thought into choosing staff that has the same passion and vision. Truly I feel like I made bonds with the staff that will last a life time. All of my guests gave extremely positive feedback about their experience! Also, the food was literally a 5 star dining experience. I am going to be craving their salmon and stuffed mushrooms for the rest of my life. I wish I could get married to my husband again and again so I can give The Cotton Gin more of my business!!

Wow! Everything was so wonderful from start to finish. We were guests for a wedding reception and…read moreeverything went so smoothly. Staff was very calm and professional and kept the appetizers coming. Bar offered a lot of interesting drinks. The venue itself is gorgeous with very little of your own decorating needed. They literally took care of everything it seemed. Lots of places to take pictures. We had beef mashed potatoes and asparagus, which came out temperature hot and well seasoned. The shrimp and grits for the appetizer was delicious and the presentation of the cheeses was wonderful. A beautiful, intimate and cozy place with a couple levels, including a dance floor. I would highly recommend this place if you're interested in having a wedding reception.

I visited this venue for a family member's 50th birthday celebration. The venue was nice and the…read moreparking was easy. The bartender made amazing drinks, but the service was a little slow and backed up because she was by herself. Great ambience and low lighting for an intimate setting. The bathrooms were clean, which is always a plus!

I usually don't venture this far outside the perimeter, but I made the trip to Powder Springs for a…read moreprivate event, a bridal shower for someone very close to me, and I'm so glad I did. Candela Bar was such a pleasant surprise. The space is beautiful, spacious with a great ambiance that's both upscale and welcoming. One thing that stood out to me was the sleek digital screens at the welcome hostess booth and behind the bar. It added a modern, stylish touch that I really appreciated. The bartender deserves a shoutout too. My drink was crafted perfectly, and you can tell they care about both quality and presentation. If I lived in the Powder Springs area, this would definitely be one of my go-to spots. Whether you're attending an event or just out for a casual night, I definitely recommend it.

I had a confirmed tour scheduled with this venue-confirmed not once, but four separate times. I…read morerearranged my schedule, drove a long distance to be there, and when I arrived... no one showed up. No call, no email, no explanation. Just silence. They clearly have no consideration for other people's time or effort. If this is how they handle a simple meeting, I can't imagine trusting them with something as important as a wedding day. This kind of behavior is beyond unprofessional. I strongly recommend looking elsewhere for a venue that actually respects and values its clients.

We recently had our daughter's wedding here. The people are so very nice and extremely…read moreaccommodating. The food was delicious. The decorations were beautiful. It rained that day and up until a couple hours before we didn't know if it would be able to be outside or not. They were ready for either! They had it set up nicely for either out or in. My only complaint was that as the guest were finished eating, the food was left on the tables for a long time. I felt the guys who had helped serve should have been coming to clean off the tables. There wasn't room on the table for your plate of cake! Other than that , everything was lovely.

My wife and I recently had business in Dallas, GA, and we decided to stay at Venue 1905 (formally…read morethe Ragsdale Inn). This is a lovely 1905 farm house, exquisitely decorated. We stayed in The Suite, and I cannot address the other rooms. The house was quiet at night. The bed was comfortable. Our hostess made sure that the air condition was set at a comfortable temperature, and she graciously provided us with her own fan. Although breakfast was not prepared for us, we did have total access to the kitchen, including a stocked pantry, stocked refrigerator, stove and oven. We chose to eat breakfast at a nearby fast food establishment both mornings. The bathroom was stocked with shampoo, soap, and body lotion. A built-in hair dryer was provided. Our suite was provided with a sitting room, where I set up shop to work on my computer. WiFi signal was strong, and internet speed was good. The inn is conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Dallas. The technical college is about a five-minute drive from the inn. Perhaps the inn's greatest asset is its hostess. She was very accommodating, and she did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable. The bathroom was equipped with a clawfoot tub / shower. The edge of the tub is high, which could make it difficult for for frail people to enter and exit. There is a grab bar for the toilet. There is no grab bar for the bath tub. The literature for the inn clearly says that pets are not allowed, but be aware that our hostess had an old large arthritic dog who resides at the inn and may bark quite loudly when he first greets you. He is a kind old soul, and I enjoyed his company. But if you you have a thing about dogs, this could be an issue.

Ten stars would not even scratch the surface. As you pull up to this immaculate and well kept inn a…read morebeautiful wrap around porch greets you with a well manicured lawn. Once you step inside you can tell this is a labor of love for the owners. The rooms are spotless just like the entire inn. Attention to detail shines at every step. The snacks and fresh baked goodies that they leave out is just a hint of how much they value their guest. The home made breakfast every morning is unbeatable and the entire staff is very helpful. The room I stayed in was supplied with everything you would ever need and was the clean. Did I mention how clean and fresh everything is? Clean would be an understatement. As far as value goes this place would be worth more than an hours worth to get to a destination. Small town charm with everything close by. Do yourself a favor and stay here.

Owner was very accommodating and pleasant to work with. We hosted a small wedding here, and it was…read moregreat!

This is not a good golf course by any means. The best thing they have are gps golf carts. If you…read morehit the ball anywhere in the fairway, you'll find rocks, uneven terrains, big drop offs, hazards and unable to play terrain everywhere. The ground has already hardened, so good luck putting a tee in the grounds. Some of the residents are rude as well. Save your money and go somewhere else. Every course in the city of Atlanta has better golf courses and that's saying something.

As a business professional and community leader, I was disappointed by my recent visit to Creekside…read moreGolf Course. The lack of tap-to-pay is inconvenient in today's market, two players appeared to be allowed to start ahead of schedule and repeatedly hit into our group, and when we requested a rain check -- as the ranger recommended -- the staff curtly refused, saying "we don't just give those out." Staff interactions were awkward, the driving range is dry with poor-quality balls, and the course itself appears to be struggling in overall condition, though the ranger was friendly and the greens were in acceptable shape. Based on this experience, I do not plan to return and will not recommend this course to the many peers and colleagues.

So far I've only been able to participate in the Farm & Forest playgroup events (which have all…read morebeen 5 stars!), but I still want to write a review for Unplugged Adventures. "Unplugged Adventures helps build relationships between families, friends, and community through meaningful experiences at the farm; focusing on health, creativity, and deep nature connection. Our events and children's nature programs are intentionally designed to encourage you to slow down, unplug, and get outside. " This place hosts a nature school, kids camps, family hikes, an October pumpkin patch, Santa photos during December, and other special activities for kids. All the staff I've worked with have been wonderful, outdoors-loving folks who care about giving us a quality experience. THE PLAYGROUPS We've visited the playgroups that are designed for kids under 5. These are held in a delightful forest that's been set up with all just of suggestables for the kids: a painting space, dress-up clothes, dinosaur figurines, a mud kitchen (always a big hit), garden tools, climbing structures, a creek, and nature-focused storybooks and forest friend stuffed animals hidden around the area. Playgroups last 2 hours and are completely unstructured. The kids can choose what to do with their time and the adults usually chat about this or that. When visiting for playgroups, park at the top of the hill then walk down toward the sandbox and pavilion. Feel free to bring your picnic lunch for afterward! Simple bathrooms (with soap and a sink) are available.

Hi this is my friends venue I have helped work here with them and I have had multiple weddings…read morethere my friends and my aunts I was a bridesmaid and I am in love!

I'm having my wedding at Ashven Estate next month and I'm so excited!…read moreFarrah, the owner, has been sooo helpful and patient with me the entire time with all of my questions and requests. I did a bride's makeup back in September of 2018 onsite in their bridal suite and knew that I wanted my wedding here! Now come February 22nd, I will. The place is absolutely beautiful and affordable, which was huge for this bride on a budget. It's the perfect venue not too far from the city for any rustic style wedding/event. I love all the new upgrades they have done with place, especially the new barn color (was red and is now the most perfect light blue color). I was a big fan of the benches, which they no longer have. But either way, that's something miniscule. There's also several affordable all inclusive packages to make your wedding planning 100x easier. If you're looking for a venue that won't be hard on your pockets for a rustic/country themed wedding/event THIS IS THE PLACE!