Callaway Resort & Gardens

Overview

Callaway Resort & Gardens is a prestigious 2,500-acre resort and woodland garden destination in Pine Mountain, Georgia, blending luxury accommodations, natural beauty, and year-round adventures. Rated Four Diamond by AAA, it offers stays in a lakeside Lodge, pine-surrounded Cottages, or upscale Villas, all immersed in historic gardens teeming with flora, fauna, and trails. The atmosphere evokes profound tranquility and connection to nature, ideal for romantic getaways, family vacations, group retreats, or wellness escapes. Just 1 hour from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, it provides four seasons of relaxation, exploration, and fun, with Gardens admission included in every overnight stay.

Features & Amenities

• Accommodations:
  • The Lodge: 150 modern guestrooms and suites with balconies overlooking lakes, woodlands, or gardens.
  • The Cottages: Cozy 2-bedroom homes with full kitchens, living rooms, fireplaces; sleep up to 8.
  • The Villas: Spacious 2-4 bedroom units with contemporary décor, full kitchens in serene forested settings.
• Spa & Wellness: Opulent spa emphasizing natural products and therapies, featuring Himalayan salt room sessions for rejuvenation.
• Gardens & Outdoors: Miles of trails for biking/hiking, Robin Lake Beach for splashing, Bird of Prey encounters, Meadowlark Garden (top holly display), Ida Cason Callaway Memorial Chapel.
• Golf: Two 18-hole championship courses (Mountain View and Lake View) plus Twin Oaks Practice Facility.
• Dining & Shops: Multiple venues like Piedmont Dining Room; Discovery Center Gift Shop (10 a.m.–5 p.m.).
• Other: Pink Jeep off-road tours, event venues, overnight amenities, Season Pass perks.

Services

• Wellness & Spa: Massages, treatments, salt room sessions prioritizing nature-inspired healing.
• Activities: Hiking, biking, fishing, beach play, Pink Jeep historical tours, organ concerts (weekends at Chapel).
• Golf & Recreation: Tee times, practice sessions, rentals.
• Events & Groups: Meetings, weddings, corporate retreats; seasonal festivals like Fantasy in Lights (Nov 2025–Jan 2026), Thanksgiving/Christmas buffets, Breakfast with Santa, Gardens to Table dinners.
• Passes & Packages: All-new Season Pass Program (Silver/Gold/Diamond tiers) for unlimited Gardens access through 2026, discounts on lodging/spa/golf/F&B.
• Tours & Experiences: Off-road adventures, Discovery Days (summer programming).

Pricing

• Season Passes (valid 2026; early bird/renewal savings):
  • Silver: Base discounts (10% lodging/spa/golf/F&B); Harris County residents $71.
  • Gold: 15% discounts, exclusive events.
  • Diamond: 20% discounts, free event tickets, 4 Bring-A-Friend passes.
  • 4-Pack: 20%+ savings.
• Events: Gardens to Table Dinner $95/person + tax/gratuity; special brunches/buffets (pricing via links).
• Admissions/Stay: Gardens free with stay; day tickets/rooms via Check Rates; packages for spa/golf/romance.

Location & Hours

• Location: Pine Mountain, GA (Harris County); accessible via US Hwy 27; 60 miles/1 hour from Atlanta airport.
• Hours (vary by attraction):
  • Gardens: Daily (admission required).
  • Shops: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Spa/Golf: By appointment/tee time.
  • Events: Specific (e.g., Fantasy in Lights Nov. 14, 2025–Jan. 4, 2026; concerts Saturdays/Sundays).

Notes

• Unique Appeal: Forbes’ Best Place for Families 2024; seamless upgrade from memberships to enhanced Season Passes with tiered perks (e.g., free summer events for Gold/Diamond). Stands out for nature immersion—blossoms, holly trails, Appalachian foothills—plus luxury (spa salt room, Pink Jeeps) and history (founders’ vision). Non-transferable digital passes via app; eco-friendly focus. Perfect for all-season wonder, from spring blooms to holiday lights, with exclusive resident discounts.