Private cottages with luxurious amenities, stunning mountain views, and quiet trails leading you to sparkling waterfalls are what await you on a beautiful Georgian vacation. Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn, nestled in the hills of Clayton, is a peaceful slice of paradise. With so many fun things to see and do at your cottage or in the surrounding area, it can be hard to pick which activities to pack into your fun-filled family weekend.

That’s why the head innkeeper is here with suggestions for the four best local activities for unforgettable family memories:

• Forest Exploration: Clayton’s forests are a hiker’s dream come true, and a huge variety of easy trail options makes them family-friendly as well. From Warwoman Dell’s historic sites and picnic tables to the rolling hills and waterfalls of Chattahoochee National Forest, the landscape surrounding Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn is a delight to explore.
• River Adventures: Raft, tube, swim, or just splash around on the beautiful Chattooga River or gentler Wildcat Creek. Whether you take a fast-paced, pulse-pounding river ride or just relax in the cool creek and share a picnic on the riverbank, there’s tons of family vacation fun to be had on the water.
• Kudzu Factory: Kudzu is an invasive vine that grows throughout Georgia’s forests. At the Kudzu Factory, local artists turn this botanical menace into funky sculptures and artisan crafts you and your kids will love. From broomstick-riding witches to vine-woven baskets and live crafting demonstrations, the Kudzu Factory converts the plant into charming, sustainable art.
• Cherokee County History Museum: Add some local Native American history to your family vacation at the Cherokee County History Museum. It’s free and short, making it convenient for a quick stop.

For a breathtaking family vacation, make Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn your quaint home away from home. Their cottages combine cozy amenities like kitchenettes, fire places, decks, and hot tubs with mountain views and world-class hospitality. Call (706) 782-9568 to start planning your affordable family getaway, or visit online to take an e-tour of their cottages.