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November 24, 2020June 21, 2021

Thankful for Blue Ridge

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and in a year like 2020, it is more important than ever to hold those you love close and not take anything for granted. With so many who have lost loved ones this year or who have been apart from those they love, it’s been an incredibly trying time.

While this Thanksgiving you might not be able to spend it with all your loved ones, make sure you cherish and hug the ones you can. Make sure to call those you can’t see, and let them know you love them. This is the time of year to be thankful for those special people in your life, and show them, and the world a little extra love during the holidays this year and always.

We need it more than ever. And in a time of so much stress and pain, a little mountain escape might be just what you and your family need. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, get away from your daily routine, and just be with the people you love. Here are 7 things we here at Blue Ridge are especially thankful for this year.

Family

One of the most special things for us is family. We know how important family is to you and it’s important to us too. That’s why we specialize in vacations MADE for families. After all, what would life be without family? Who would teach you how to tie your shoelaces or teach you your first words? Who would be there for you through thick and thin? Who would love you unconditionally no matter what? Family, that’s who. Family means everything and without them, we would be lost.

Friends

Friends make the world a better place. Even if you’re miles apart, friends are always just a call away. One reason this year has been so hard is because we’ve been apart from our friends. But those wine night zoom calls or funny memes sent back and forth are what keeps us sane in times like this. And while we love our families, they may not always understand us like our friends do.

If you and your friends need a safe reunion, Blue Ridge is your place. With so many exciting adventures to go on and memories to make; it’ll be the trip of a lifetime! Hike the trails of the Chattahoochee National Forest with your best friends, explore one of Blue Ridge’s four local waterfalls, or enjoy food and drinks downtown. Whatever you and your friends do on your trip you’ll have a blast because you’ll be together!

Good Food

Food is a huge part of the holiday season, especially Thanksgiving. After all, food is what brings family and friends together around the table. Every family has special traditions and recipes that they share every year. Whether it’s grandma’s famous green-bean casserole recipe that’s been passed down for generations, or getting the whole family in the kitchen together to help cook and prepare the meal; chances are your family does something special when it comes to food during Thanksgiving.

Stories and laughs are shared from across a table filled with turkey, gravy, rolls, mashed potatoes, green beans, and sweet potatoes galore. After the meal, even if you are stuffed there is always room for a slice of pumpkin or apple pie! But, if this Thanksgiving you’re in Blue Ridge and need a break from cooking, check out some of our beloved local restaurants who are preparing meals special for Thanksgiving. And be sure to try our local restaurants every other day of the year as well! We are so thankful for them and all that they do for our guests and our community!

Great Outdoors

In a year of being cooped up in the house all day, we are so thankful for the great outdoors. And Blue Ridge is the perfect place to get your nature on! Nothing beats going on a peaceful hike through the mountains and then taking in the stunning views when you reach the top. Or sitting on your cabin’s porch and watching the sunset above the mountains.

We are thankful we have so many outdoor experiences to offer kids and adults alike. If you need to escape the confines of your own home and find an outdoor adventure, look no further than Blue Ridge.

Entertainment

Since we all spent most of this year stuck in the house we’re thankful that we had movies, tv shows, video games, and books to entertain us. I’m sure we all binge-watched a show (or 20) during quarantine and finished dozens of books. We had movie nights constantly and logged countless hours on our favorite video games. Thank goodness for Netflix and Disney + right!? With TVs by the fireplace and comfy sofas to curl up into, there is no better place to binge-watch than your home away from home. Just because you’re on vacation doesn’t mean the entertainment has to stop, after all, what are vacations for if not relaxing?

Health

This year especially we are all incredibly grateful for our health. With so many loved ones who have lost their lives this year, it is more important than ever to be thankful that we are healthy when so many others are not. Drink your orange juice, take your cold medicine, wear your mask, get a good night’s rest; whatever it takes to protect you and the health of your loved ones this year is vital. Hold those you love extra close this year, and let them know how thankful you are for them and their good health. Here’s to us; may we continue to take care of ourselves and others so that we may remain healthy for the year to come!

You

Family at “Nighthawk” Courtesy of @danalutz_2.0

We are so incredibly thankful for you, our faithful guests! This year has been hard on businesses all over the world, but we thank you for your continued support and that you continue to stay with us. It is a gift to have you and your beautiful family and friends stay with us, this year especially. We love seeing your fun photos and videos of your trip, and hearing all about what you did. So continue to share with us and support us, and we will do the same! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

November 24, 2019November 25, 2019

Giving Thanks in Blue Ridge

All the tell-tale signs of fall coalesce at this time of year to slow the pace of life, just in time to allow us to fully appreciate the holiday season. The bare trees offer more opportunities for soaring vistas, the chill at night encourages comfortable sweaters and cozy fires, and the cheerful spirit in the air is nothing short of magnetic.

Grateful

It’s a perfect time of year to reflect and be grateful for all we have. We live in the most perfect part of North Georgia and we are thrilled to welcome others to experience the dynamic nature and beauty of our beloved town of Blue Ridge. If you have had the opportunity to experience the splendidness of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the shimmering of our lake and rivers, take part in our exciting events, learn about the history of our area, and experience the unique culture of our town then you can understand why we count our blessings every day for this beautiful area.

Reflections

We consider how hard we work for our guests to make the most of their Escape to Blue Ridge, but realize that we can only do it because of the hard work of our colleagues, our partners, and our team of hospitality professionals. We make it a point to always take the time to consider how fortunate we are to be in the business of helping others make memories. There is no greater satisfaction than the reaction we get from guests when we’ve found them the perfect cabin and hear about the memories and experiences they’ve had on vacation.

Our Pride & Joy

We represent a wide variety of vacation properties from grand and luxurious to quaint and cozy. It’s a portfolio that we believe provides something for everyone, and we have a wonderful team that takes good care to honor the trust of our property owners. Our owners count on us to promote their properties, manage their care, and return value. A great deal of work and dedication by our sales team, our property managers, reservations planners, housekeepers, landscapers and many others makes this business work for everyone.

Thank You!

As we head into this week of Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to everyone who has contributed to the success of Escape to Blue Ridge. We are appreciative for the dedication of our team members, the trust of our property owners, and the support of our guests. As we go forward from here, we are dedicated to continue to improve our services, expand our lodging options, and to build our reputation and acclaim as Blue Ridge’s premier property management company!

Happy Thanksgiving!

It is our sincere wish that this holiday season you gather with your family and friends, break bread, and reflect on all the happy times you’ve experienced this past year. As we approach the end of the decade and turn the calendar to 2020, we hope that your plans will include an Escape to Blue Ridge.

November 21, 2018June 6, 2019

Thankful in Blue Ridge

As we approach the commencement of the holiday season, we want to take a minute and reflect on the things that we are most thankful for not just this week, but every week. It is our absolute pleasure and privilege to provide our guests with the most outstanding vacation properties in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you are seeking relaxation or adventure, we have cabins that will suit your needs and feel like your home away from home.

Thank you, Guests

There is always a great reason to escape to Blue Ridge. Spring is delightful with all the budding flowers, sparkling lakes in the summertime, changing leaves in the fall, and snow in the wintertime. However, there is something special about that time between Thanksgiving and the New Year that makes a Blue Ridge escape extra special. Maybe it’s the cheerful joy of the season. Maybe it’s the time for extended families to come together. Maybe it’s the opportunity to unplug from our chaotic lives and get back to the simple things. Whatever your reason may be, we are so grateful that you choose us as your go to vacation rental company.

Thank you, Team

We are certainly grateful for the entire team that works tirelessly to make Escape to Blue Ridge the leading provider of North Georgia vacation rentals.

To our reservation planners, maintenance personnel, housekeepers and many other hospitality professionals, you go above and beyond your call of duty on a daily basis. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Thank you, Partners

We are most thankful for the property owners that entrust us with their real estate investments. We take pride in cleaning and caring for each and every home that is enrolled in our program like it is our very own. We are so fortunate for the opportunity to promote and represent your beautiful properties.

Thank you, Blue Ridge

Lastly, the love we have for this community is second to none. The beauty of the area, the kindness of the people, and the quaintness of the downtown area make Blue Ridge the most amazing community to live in and visit. Adventures abound and tranquility awaits almost everywhere you look in this wonderful little mountain town! We truly hope, wherever in the world you may be, that you and yours gather together, eat some delicious food, and enjoy each other’s company.