If you love beautiful gardens, Gibbs Gardens in north GA is definitely worth checking out. The sprawling property was designed to keep the air as cool as possible - even in the summer! We were up there over July 4th weekend (along with half of Atlanta) and it was surprisingly cool all over the gardens. The day lily garden was simply stunning - I had no idea there were that many colors and varieties of day lilies!
There is no outside food allowed in (you can exit the gardens and eat in your car if need be), but the on site cafe's signature chicken salad is gluten-free and absolutely delicious! Since we decided to get an annual membership, I investigated a bit further re: gluten-free options and even though there are not many, if you call ahead 24 hours and request gluten-free bread for a sandwich, they'll have it ready the next day. Mind you, I have not done this yet and likely won't until we go up to see the fall colors next month. I'll report back about the experience later.
Besides exploring the various gardens areas, guests are also allowed to tour around the exterior of Jim Gibbs home on the top of the hill. I'm not sure how he talked his wife into that one, but it's a great tour perk! From the back of the house you can see far below to the gardens - it's a breathtaking view!
HAPPY LABOR DAY!
There is no outside food allowed in (you can exit the gardens and eat in your car if need be), but the on site cafe's signature chicken salad is gluten-free and absolutely delicious! Since we decided to get an annual membership, I investigated a bit further re: gluten-free options and even though there are not many, if you call ahead 24 hours and request gluten-free bread for a sandwich, they'll have it ready the next day. Mind you, I have not done this yet and likely won't until we go up to see the fall colors next month. I'll report back about the experience later.
Check out the ode to Monet's water lily garden in Giverny, France!
Besides exploring the various gardens areas, guests are also allowed to tour around the exterior of Jim Gibbs home on the top of the hill. I'm not sure how he talked his wife into that one, but it's a great tour perk! From the back of the house you can see far below to the gardens - it's a breathtaking view!
HAPPY LABOR DAY!
