A romantic getaway is a place to go to draw closer to a loved one. That is just what you will find in Helen, a unique alpine village nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, where romance is still alive and well. Nothing says I love you like spending time together in cabin with a beautiful view of a mountain vista from the front porch. Many cabins include hot tubs and Jacuzzis for those evenings when you want to relax with your special someone.
Unforgettable Weddings in Helen
Helen is a great place to plan a wedding in the picturesque Alpine Wedding Chapel where you can have a secluded romantic getaways in Georgia by having a candlelit ceremony complete with floral decorations, brass candelabras and an indoor gazebo. You can even renew your wedding vows, making a memory that will last a lifetime. After the wedding you can schedule a ride with the Alpine Carriage Company down the cobblestone streets of Helen, living in the moment.
Horseback Riding
Sunburst Stables has at least thirty miles of trails on the edge of the Chattahoochee National Forest. You and a loved one can enjoy a ride on horseback to share a golden sunset over the beauteous North Georgia horizon during a three hour sunset ride. If it is the autumn season you can also experience the beauty of the autumn colors.
Mountain Biking
If you prefer a more active lifestyle you can visit Woody’s Mountain Bikes. You can ride the trails of Unicoi Gap or Dukes Creek Gold Mines to enjoy up to eighteen miles of breathtaking views of streams, waterfalls and wildlife. You can even stop for a picnic along the way.
Wildflower Hikes
In the spring you and your loved one can enjoy a wildflower hike to view the beautiful North Georgia foliage. You can register for a guided hike from the Smithgall Woods for an in-depth look at native wildflowers or you can discover trails on your own to find the beauty in purple cone-flowers, wild petunias, and evening primrose among the area’s myriad of wildflowers.
Majestic Waterfalls
Helen also has several waterfalls nearby. Anna Ruby Falls is actually two waterfalls, one on Curtis Creek and one on York Creek. To get to Raven Cliff Falls you will hike through rhododendron and hemlock forests to the cliffs on Dodd Creek to see the falls plunging through a narrow opening. You can hike to Dukes Creek Falls to watch them plunge 200 feet. There are waterfalls on Davis Creek, Lost House Creek and Low Gap Creek. You can visit Bean Creek Falls or hike to the falls near Unicoi Gap. So many waterfalls offer plenty of opportunities for romantic getaways.
At the end of the day you can dine at Nacoochee Grill, North Georgia’s premier live wood fire grill, before returning to your rental cabin to watch the stars, feeling a love of life in everything that a vacation in Helen has to offer.
