Archive for February, 2010

Mountain Living

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

It has taken me 5 years to get used to living in the country versus Atlanta suburban life.  Adjusting to Kroger, Publix, Malls and Wal Mart not being within 3 miles of my house was needless to say a bit “shocking”.  However on my last visit back to Atlanta —for the first time—–there was a yearning inside my heart to get back to the North Georgia mountains.  I  didn’t cry as I drove north of Marietta and noticed the hills and mountains entering my line of sight.  It was nice to go the speed limit (and a little more) for more than 5 miles without traffic congestion.  And when I would stop on the highway———I  could actually see the reason I stopped was because a traffic light was red.  I don’t know how many hours I spent stopped or creeping in Atlanta traffic to never figure out why I was ever stopped in the first place!  The road that takes me to the North Georgia Mountains is a 4 lane from Atlanta and  as I neared the little mountain towns —–the mountains seem to get closer and closer on each side of the road.  My death grip on the steering wheel started to ease and the tension of the busy city life was a memory in my rear view mirror.

I don’t know what switch flipped in me and maybe it wasn’t a switch——it was more like a light dimmer for 5 years that has finally switched off.  The slow pace of north Georgia mountain living is finally a welcome feeling in my life.  Although the city visits will always be something I will look forward to—-I mean convenience is a nice luxury–  but the mountains and small town people have become my home and I am just where the Lord intended for me to be.  I have always known that, but now I can finally say——-there is no place like home and my home is in the north Georgia mountains.

If you would like to visit a rental cabin in the north Georgia mountains  and leave the city life in YOUR rearview mirror– if only for a few days—-contact us at www.rainbowcabins.com.  We have a cabin waiting just for you!

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Wintry Weather Adds Charm to North Georgia Cabin Vacation

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

When snow is forecasted for the North Georgia Mountains – an excitement fills the air. Thoughts of walking along the sidewalks of a quaint southern town blanketed in a layer of white that’s tucked away in the Blue Ridge mountains appeals to just about everyone.

The store lined streets of Blue Ridge, Georgia are a picture perfect, winter postcard that offers warm, southern hospitality as you window shop and dart in and out of your favorite places. And one of my favorite places to visit any time of year, but especially on those brisk, winter days is the Beanery Café and Bakery.

Having eaten a lot of sandwiches and soups over the years, I can honestly say they have THE best tomato bisque and Reuben sandwich around. This delightful combo hits the right spot and warms me like I’m back home in my mom’s kitchen. It’s just the pick-me upper I need to finish my walk along Main Street Blue Ridge.

The Beanery also has a coffee shop that’s open for breakfast and lunch Monday thru Saturday and dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. Whether you’re in the mood for a light, fresh baked cookie or cake, or you want a hearty breakfast or lunch, Beanery Café and Bakery is the place for great food.

I encourage you to seriously consider the next time you have an impulse to visit a tiny, southern town with lacy, snow covered trees in the heart of winter, you consider Blue Ridge. Rainbow Cabins can help you get into a cozy cabin for just two or your entire family – making that “winter dream” become a reality.

Contact Rainbow Cabins, LLC, located in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains and just a short drive from Atlanta to book the cabin that’s perfect for you. Visit us online at http://www.rainbowcabins.com/ today and take a look at our wide selection of cabins for rent today!

Hurry – winter doesn’t last forever around here!

Renovation Begins on New North Georgia Mountain Cabin

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Dubbed as their largest, most ambitious project yet, Rainbow Cabins has announced it will begin renovations of its 10,000 square foot cabin that sits on 14-acres along 1000 feet of Fightingtown Creek near the town of Blue Ridge.

Work is expected to begin in March and last through November, with the first rentals occurring sometime before the end of the year. Affectionately known as simply “the Lodge,” Rainbow Cabins is offering 50% off a 4-night stay at the new cabin to the person that comes up with a new name for the cabin.

Once completed, “the Lodge” will include 6 to 8 bedrooms and 5 ½ bathrooms and be able to comfortably house up to 40 people at one time. It’s an ideal place for large family gatherings, church groups and corporate retreats.

In addition to its space, the Lodge will include many amenities such as an indoor, full-sized racquetball court, full game room, pool table, ping-pong table, workout area and more.

On the outside, visitors will be able to easily enjoy backyard trout fishing and tubing or river kayaking on Fightingtown Creek with tubes and kayaks provided free of charge.

Read our newest press release regarding the Lodge’s renovation and contact Rainbow Cabins today to inquire about reserving your spot today.