Château Élan Winery and Resort occupies a 3,500-acre estate at 100 Rue Charlemagne in Braselton, Georgia, approximately 40 miles northeast of Atlanta via I-85. The resort is built around a working winery housed in a replica 16th-century French chateau that anchors the estate's Provence-influenced architecture and landscape design. The surrounding estate encompasses six golf courses, full-service accommodations, a European spa, six restaurants, and extensive convention and wedding facilities — making it the largest golf resort complex in the Southeast United States.
The winery, established in 1981, produces approximately 50,000 cases annually across varietals suited to Georgia's climate, including Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Riesling, and the estate's signature blended wines. Daily winery tours and barrel cellar tastings are available to guests and day visitors. The chateau building contains the main tasting rooms and Café Élan, the flagship restaurant.
Accommodation is spread across the main Hotel Château Élan and Golf Villas on the fairways. Standard Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, and Suites in the main hotel reflect the French Provincial aesthetic that defines the estate's character. Six restaurants serve the property, ranging from formal French Provincial dining at Café Élan to casual poolside fare, a sports bar, and a dedicated wine bar with tapas and estate wine flights.
The full-service European spa, one of the largest in Georgia, offers over 50 treatments including hydrotherapy programmes. Six golf courses of varying difficulty — including courses designed for beginners through tournament-standard players — provide the resort's primary sporting draw. Tennis courts, outdoor pools, and fitness facilities are distributed across the estate's grounds. The resort is a major corporate conference and incentive travel destination. Château Élan draws a broad clientele across corporate event planners, wine tourism visitors, golf groups, and wedding parties from across Georgia and the Southeast, functioning as a fully self-contained leisure destination that requires no travel beyond its 3,500 acres for a complete multi-day programme. Georgia wine tourism has grown significantly in recent years, and Château Élan remains the state's flagship winery and resort experience.
Room types
- Standard Room
- Deluxe Room
- Suite
- Villas
Amenities
- 6 restaurants
- Winery and tastings
- 6 golf courses
- Full spa
- Tennis
- Outdoor pools
- Fitness center
Location
100 Rue Charlemagne, Braselton, GA 30517
34.0820, -83.7978 View on map
Highlights
- Working winery in a French chateau producing Georgia estate wines — tours and tastings available daily
- Six golf courses across 3,500 acres — the largest golf resort complex in the Southeast United States
- European spa with over 50 treatments and full hydrotherapy facilities
- Six restaurants including Café Élan with French Provincial dining and estate wine pairing
- 40 miles from Atlanta in Braselton, Georgia — a full-service resort retreat
Tips for visiting
- Reserve the winery tour and tasting separately from accommodation — they fill independently and spots are limited
- Golf tee times are bookable 90 days ahead for resort guests — prioritise booking if golf is the primary purpose of the visit
- The European Spa recommends reserving treatments 2–3 weeks ahead for weekend visits, particularly couples' bookings
- Café Élan dinner is the resort's fine dining highlight — book on arrival day for mid-week availability
- Allow 50–70 minutes from Atlanta depending on I-85 traffic; the resort has no direct public transport connection
Accessibility
Château Élan Winery and Resort provides accessible room configurations with roll-in showers, grab bars, and lowered fixtures available on request. The main chateau, spa, and restaurant buildings are accessible via ramps and lifts. Golf cart transportation is available across the estate for guests with mobility limitations wishing to access remote facilities.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Château Élan actually produce wine on site?
Yes. Château Élan is a working winery producing approximately 50,000 cases annually using Georgia-grown and estate-vineyard grapes. Daily tours of the production facility, barrel cellar, and tasting rooms are available. The estate wines are sold in the on-site wine shop and served across the resort's restaurants.
How many golf courses does the resort have?
The resort operates six golf courses, including the Chateau Course, the Woodlands Course, the Legends Course, and an indoor par-3 course for year-round play. Difficulty ranges from introductory-level layouts to tournament-standard courses. Individual and group instruction is available at the teaching academy.
Is Château Élan suitable for corporate events and conferences?
The resort is one of Georgia's largest conference destinations, with extensive ballroom and breakout meeting space, professional AV facilities, and dedicated corporate event planning services. Golf, spa, and winery experiences make it a popular choice for incentive travel and executive retreats.
What wine varieties does Château Élan produce?
The estate produces Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Riesling, and Vidal Blanc, as well as blended estate wines including Legends and Proprietor's Reserve. Georgia's climate is particularly suited to white and off-dry varieties. All wines are available for tasting and purchase on site.
How far is the resort from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport?
The resort is approximately 50 miles northeast of Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, typically a 55–75 minute drive depending on I-85 traffic. No direct public transport serves the resort from Atlanta or the airport — a car or private transfer is required.