CiTy GuiDES CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT/ VISIT BLUERIDGE; TOCCOA RIVER SWINGING BRIDGE/BEN GALLAND; ESCAPE TO BLUE RIDGE/SQUAREFRAME MEDIA Eat Classic Cuban sandwiches, sweet plantains and beef-picadillo empanadas are standouts at family-owned Rum Cake Lady Cuban Cafe . Don’t walk out without a signature rum-soaked bundt cake. Everyone’s welcome at The Black Sheep , where the spacious patio on the Butt House (built in 1914) is a top spot for brunch. Favorites include the chicken and red-velvet waffles and the crab-cake eggs Benedict. Sleep Get the true mountain experience— and plenty of peace and privacy—by booking a cabin. Choose from local rentals like Escape to Blue Ridge , offering scenic mountaintop or river-side views. The shiny new Hampton Inn by Hilton is centrally located across from the historic train depot. Take advantage of the rooftop bar with summit views, pet-friendly rooms and complimentary breakfast. Do Venture outside downtown to take in glistening Lake Blue Ridge ’s 65 miles of shoreline populated by campsites, boat ramps, a marina and swimming areas. At Blue Ridge Boat Rentals , get yourself onto a pontoon, ski boat, Wave Runner, wake board, lily pad, kayak or paddleboard. Take a short hike on the Benton MacKaye Trail to see the Toccoa River Swinging Bridge . Find yourself on a guided wine tasting at Serenberry Vineyards & Winery and then enjoy some snacks or a picnic in the pastoral, open-air barn. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 117
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