Charming little Appalachian bistro inside The Hotel Chalet at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. The…read moreservice was warm and genuinely great. Our meal was a split, my burger missed for me, but my wife loved the flounder special. Odd layout with the kitchen set apart from the dining room. Glad we tried it once. 4 stars, worth a look if you are staying on site.

This place was quaint and welcoming, very airy and bright, workers bustling around tending to…read morecustomers, we had been seated by Jodi, she was our server, awesome and very tentative ,joyful young lady. Food was absolutely amazing! Hat off to the chef, good job, DELICIOUS!! I had the biscuits and gravy , hubby had French toast, out of this world tasty!! Definitely will be back!! Good job Elsie's Daughter!!

THE HISTORICAL RINGGOLD DEPOT…read more The Ringgold Depot, built in 1850, is one of the oldest antebellum railroad depots in Georgia. The depot was once used in the Civil War as a supply point for Confederate troops. In 1862, the locomotive, "The General" passed through the depot after being stolen from the Kennesaw station in a failed attempt to disrupt Confederate operations. The chase came to an end just two miles north of the depot. After sustaining damage from Union artillery during the In 1863 battle of Ringgold, the building sustained heavy damage and evidence of the repair is apparent as it is a lighter shade than other parts of the building. I love that this building is now being used for community events such as musical performances (the Christmas show is tonight), weddings, and other programs. It is a beautiful building that has been lovingly restored, (2003). We were very fortunate today to discover a couple of employees in the building who were able to give us a bit of history about the building and how it was used. Looking at the front of the building, you will see two identical doors, the door on the left was used for "colored people" who purchased their tickets and then had to wait outside until the train arrived. The door on the right was for "whites" because it was closer to the train and of course they were allowed to wait inside of the station. The young lady providing this information mentioned that she did not like talking about this racial history and it obviously made her uncomfortable but I really appreciated her honesty and openness. It was priceless! The original doors that lead to the train have been replaced but they are covered by huge sliding structures. These structures were moved away from the door so that we were able to stand on the platform and see what it was like to wait for the train. I was surprised at how close it was. I could have leaned out and licked it! We were also given information on how items, (including the mail) were loaded on the train.

I'm thrilled to welcome this creative new venue into my area. Chatt Space is primarily a meeting…read moreand event venue. Anyone can rent a small office for $25 per hour, a medium sized meeting room for $50 per hour or a decent sized event space for $100 per hour. There are a variety of seating and multimedia options. Secondarily, Chatt Space sells nutrition packed shakes and teas for those who just want refreshment. Everyone of the venue offerings are neatly maintained. The staff is friendly and ready to serve. As a networking creative, these folks will see me often!

From the owner: A New Space for Co-Working and Events located in the heart of Ooltewah!…read more Need Space for your next event, class or meeting? We got you! With private meetings rooms, a conference room, our versatile Hub space and our stunning marble bar, our space can transform to meet your needs. Need an all-day private event? Ask us about making a reservation on Sunday!

Pre and post civil war History. It was there and used during the battle of Chickamauga. If you are…read morea civil war era buff then this is a great place to start. It is next to the Chickamauga Battlefield which has a great museum and loads of tours and the cannons and placements were placed by veterans who fought in the actual battles. This whole area is packed full of history.

Tony and I happened across this lovely plantation style home on one of our drives in the back…read morecountry roads of Tennessee in Chickamauga, Ga and there was mention of this Mill...so we went looking for it. It is located a few towns over in Ringgold, GA, it was closed so we just walked around and took some pictures. Found some history about it so I thought I would share and review. I would definitely go back here again. Seems very interesting. Great for a day trip from Nashville only 2.5 hrs one way ...if you like taking a driving and seeing what's around the next turn..you must go!!! History: Lee and Gordon's Mills, one of the oldest mills in the state of Georgia, is located about 2 miles east of the center of town on the west bank of the Chickamauga Creek. The mill was built by James Gordon, who came from Gwinnett County, Georgia in 1836. The mill served as the first general store in the area. A blacksmith shop was located nearby and the stagecoach and mail passed twice each week. Some time after the War Between the States a covered bridge spanned the creek by the mill, eventually torn down in the early 1900's. Click on the painting above and you'll see all of the early structures plus many of the citizens of the day. During the War Between the States, on September 9-10, 1863, the mill served as the headquarters of the Confederate Army of Tennessee, commanded by General Braxton Bragg. On September 10, Gen Bragg moved his headquarters south to LaFayette Georgia and Union troops occupied the mill and surrounding area the next day. Skirmishes between the opposingPost War Mill photo armies occurred September 13-18 with the major Battle of Chickamauga drawing the troops to the north on September 19-20, 1863. The mill then served as a headquarters for Wheeler's cavalry corps, but was recaptured in the winter of 1863 by Union troops who used the second story as a Masonic Lodge. The wartime mill burned in 1867. Shortly thereafter, James Lee, a partner in the mill, rebuilt the mill on the same site, which still stands today. The mill was operated by different owners until 1967 and stood empty and neglected until 1993 when Mr. Frank Pierce purchased the mill and restored it to operating condition and rebuilt the dam. Corn meal, ground by the mill, can be purchased today at the mill and rental buildings on the property may be used for all types of gatherings. The following photos show the mill as it appears today, ready for your visit. The City has recently entered into a lease agreement to operate the Mill. For more information, please feel free to visit their website. Parking is plentiful and free and no admission is charged. Winter Hours: Tues-Sat 9 am to 5 pm, closed Sunday and Monday. Phone 706-375-6801 for more information on tours or rentals.

My husband and I love Ringgold Legacy Hall. Susie and Heidi are amazing. They met with me several…read moretimes and assisted me if I had a problem. The venue is beautiful and timeless. We had our wedding and reception there. The staff was kind and patient, and they did everything we requested. All we had to do was come in and get dressed. Our wedding photographer canceled on us at the last minute, and Susie stepped in and took some fantastic pictures. We will forever be grateful for Susie, Heidi, and our wedding coordinator. I would recommend this place to any and everyone.

From the owner: Ringgold Legacy Hall is an Event Venue as well as the home of the historic Ringgold wedding chapel.read more

Beautiful venue. Super helpful in making sure we had all we needed and Kat was a dream to work…read morewith in the set up, etc. This space was perfect for our event.

From the owner: If you have been searching for the perfect venue for your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner,…read moreparty, or fundraising event - look no further! The Peyton is the perfect space for your occasion, and it is located within the same building as our sister venue, Stratton Hall. - 6,000 square feet with an industrial chic look and feel - Original warehouse space with unique lighting and large glass, roll-up doors - Outdoor patio with a view of the beautiful Lookout Mountain - Custom-made farm tables and benches to comfortably seat up to 96 guests - 10 additional large tables with wooden, cross-back chairs - Indoor and outdoor conversation areas with sofas and tables, and a beautiful wooden bar - Sound system and projector

The Pros: The actual venue is extremely nice. Beautiful grounds--which include a pond with pier,…read moreaisle of trees, barn type facility with gorgeous bridal suite and quarters for the groom. Very clean, well organized facility. There were 4 large restrooms for guests. Lots of nice tables and chairs with linens available. The owner wasn't around much, but seemed nice and accommodating when he was. The Cons: The venue manager seemed grumpy, never smiled, and was quick to say no to every request. She just seemed unhappy to be there. When asked if the flower girl could throw bird seed, she wouldn't allow it because "the next wedding party wouldn't appreciate having bird seed on the ground for their wedding." There were flower petals on the ground from a previous event that we didn't request, but no one considered that for our wedding. She must have been required to stay there the whole time, much of which was spent on her phone. There were a couple of times we had to wait quite a while to ask her a question. Certainly we understood every request may not be able to be met, but there are ways of telling people no that don't have to be rude or unfriendly. It seemed their venue manager may need more training in how to work with people, especially people who are there to enjoy a special life event and have chosen your venue to do so. She definitely needs to learn to smile when greeting people. That would go a long way. We asked to set up two hours earlier than normal and were charged $300 for the privilege, which we paid, but thought that was a steep price. The paid bartenders refused to serve non alcoholic drinks i.e. sodas, water unless it was in a mixed drink. When it was suggested to the manager that putting a tip jar out was inappropriate because we didn't want our guest to feel the need to pay for anything and just be able to enjoy the evening, she just shrugged her shoulders. The tip jar remained. Last call for the bar was made one hour before closing when it was supposed to be 30 minutes prior. Another concern was that we were told if anyone drove and felt they needed to uber home due to overindulging in alcohol, they wouldn't be allowed to leave a car there overnight. I really raised an eyebrow to this one. Being forced to drive when you needed to call for an uber is a lawsuit waiting to happen. So to sum it up, fabulous venue, with a manager in need of some people skills.

From the owner: Covey Creek Farm is a place to gather and celebrate life's most momentous events. Spanning 150…read moreacres of lush farmland, we offer our guests expansive space to plan their special day. Complete with two barns and a 4-acre lake, guests can enjoy a day they won't forget with beautiful Georgia landscape as their backdrop. From indoor ceremonies to outdoor celebrations, Covey Creek can't be beat.

Having our wedding at The Barn at Highpoint Farms was probably one of the best decisions we made…read more First off, I love that it is a family run business with generations of experience. They take pride in their venue and the personalized, thoughtful, and unique setting they provide. Margie has been planning weddings for years and her experience was incredibly helpful for us during the planning process as she asked questions and gave suggestions on things I never would have thought of without her! The Barn at Highpoint Farms offers SO much- first, they are a flower farm as well as a wedding venue. This means that we were able to use fresh cut flowers for our bouquets, table settings, ceremony décor, and got to take pictures in flower gardens that had the same flowers used for our wedding in them. The flowers were stunning, smelled and looked fresh, adding to the ambiance. The arrangements were well thought out and better than I could have imagined. Second, they offer some housing on site! Along with the ceremony space and the barn for the reception, there are two houses and a couple's tree house on site that you can rent for additional spaces to stay. We did a premium package where both houses and the tree house were included in our weekend. GREAT DECISION! This meant that we, plus our wedding party, had somewhere to stay Friday AND Saturday night that was right on site. Everyone commented on how much they loved that they didn't have to commute back and forth from a hotel, and that they got to enjoy the peaceful scenery of the farm all weekend. Plus no one was late or had any mishaps. We loved the venue so much that we had our rehearsal dinner there Friday night plus the wedding ceremony and reception there Saturday. It was so convenient and really reduced stress having everything in one place for the entire weekend. Finally, there is so much to do and see on the farm! It feels like a magical place, and they have done an excellent job of preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the farm. Everywhere you look there is a perfect photo opportunity, from flower gardens to old pickup trucks, to green houses and rustic barn doors. The venue has so much natural character and charm you really don't have to overdress it with décor and fluff which was a cost saver in the end. There are even horses, goats, cats, and dogs you can take pictures with offering unique photo opportunities. The two guest houses are comfy and stunningly decorated, Margie and family really have a great designer's eye, making them beautiful settings for getting ready photos as well as comfy places to stay all weekend. I could go on and on about The Barn at Highpoint Farms, but it'd be a book. Go tour the venue, you won't regret it. I highly recommend, it was the best decision we made in wedding planning.

My son's wedding was held here and it was amazing. From our very first contact until the time we…read moreleft, Margie and Jill (and staff) made sure everything was perfect for us. Very accommodating! The view is stunning but Jill's ability with flowers and greenery was over the top! Everything she created (bouquets, table decor) was so very pretty. The arbor she decorated at the front of the aisle took my breath away and made a beautiful background for the pictures. Our guests loved the baby goats and the bonfire/corn hole area. It just added to the fun and enjoyment. I highly recommend this venue to anyone!l

A Christmas wedding... venue was perfect! Rustic and top notch service! The "getting ready suites"…read morewere huge! Easily seating 15 ladies and 15 gents each. No installed heat, but the heaters inside kept everyone very comfortable! Food was delicious, alcohol plenty (no shots allowed), and Marriott is 10min away with complimentary shuttle service if needing ideas for where guests can stay. Free parking for guests a wheelchair accessible! A few pics of the big day... cheers.

We had our nonprofit event here and cannot say enough great things about The Mill. They were…read moreextremely easy to work with and accommodating. The price they charged was fair and below that of other major venues in the area. On the day of the event, we arrived early to a set up hall ready for us to add our personal touch to. The staff was always friendly and helpful throughout the day and night. Our event next year is already being planned to happen at The Mill again.