Wow! What a truly hidden gem. If you are looking for a relaxing, quiet unique getaway in the scenic Georgia mountains, this is it! The B&B is literally on top of a mountain stream and about 3 feet from the Sylvan Falls. Built as a mill in 1840, this converted mill has a 27 foot working water wheel which is used to grind wheat flour today, which can be bought on the premises. Our breakfast was given looking over the waterfall with a view of the surrounding Appalachians. The common area is almost a mini-museum with the picture books of the history of the mill and its people, plus fascinating historical books, crystal, and old trinkets of every kind.
Our room was very spacious and comfortable with a beautiful private bathroom with wood grain shelves made directly from the stump of a huge tree. Even though it was a 90°+ Georgia summer day, we never needed the air conditioning as the B&B is nestled in a curve in the valley allowing it to be shady all day and a good 5° - 10°F cooler than the towns below. We slept with windows open all night and listened to the soft waterfall tumbling over the rocks.
Mike was a wonderful host from the moment we arrived, welcoming us like old friends, giving us information about the best local attractions to take in, and making sure our #1 priority was to RELAX. He fixed a tasty breakfast with scones, fresh strawberries, bacon, coffee, juice, and blueberry flat cakes made from grain that was ground on site. Even Cleo the cat made us feel welcome wandering around the garden. It's out of the way and that makes it more special, certainly one of the BEST B&B experiences I've ever had. read more