Hotel Lifehacks

Perhaps, the best way of experiencing the region is to have the motel as your inexpensively priced home base during the visiting of people to see the fall apple season. Ellijay is referred to as the “Apple Capital of Georgia,” and between September and November, the countryside around there becomes dedicated to apple orchards; they offer U-pick experiences, hayrides, and tasty fried apple pies and apple cider donuts. A stay at 705 2nd Avenue allows you an early start and time to beat weekend crowds swarming spots like B.J. Reece Orchards, R & A Orchards.

To get a real sense of what’s happening locally it’s best to travel around and take in the increasing great wineries and cideries. Tips are planning a tasting tour of a series of stops at individual places. Engelheim Vineyards and Cartecay Vineyards are both within a short, scenic drive from the motel and boast serene settings to taste award-winning local wines. For something completely different, Reece’s Hard Cider Company makes great craft ciders from their own apples.

If you want one-of-a-kind and strange local attraction, definitely drop by Expedition: Bigfoot! Not too far–it’s just a tiny ‘burgh’ o’ Cherry Log. It’s a fun, family-friendly, and surprisingly well-done roadside detour with beautiful sceneries cut into, giving a memorable and entertaining break. It’s the kind of unique local stop that makes a road trip special.

Lastly, enjoy your stay and the simplicity of it. Use that in-room fridge and microwave to be as smart of a hack as the full-fledged amenities they represent. Besides, stop at a local grocery store while getting breakfast items and things for a picnic lunch – it helps cut down quite significantly on costs and enjoy yummy meals surrounded by nature. Pack a picnic lunch to eat by Carters Lake, or at a scenic overlook along one of the mountain trails – that’s an inexpensive way to make the most of your vacation.