southern styleWith a European Twist
What began decades ago with a sip of Muscadine wine made from Georgia’s indigenous Muscadine grapes has evolved into Chateau Elan, a luxurious, award-winning winery and resort in the rolling hills of north Georgia. Across 3,500 acres, our destination resort and residential community features 50,000 square feet of event space, multiple restaurants, professionally staffed Golf and Racquet Clubs, a world-class spa, and Viking Culinary Studio.
HistoryHow it began
Chateau Elan was founded by Donald and Nancy Panoz, who met in West Virginia and began their life together serving in the U.S. military in Japan. Entrepreneurs at heart, they moved to Ireland in 1969, where Donald formed Elan Corporation.
A trip to Georgia to visit one of the pharmaceutical company’s research labs inspired the couple to bring the same discipline and high standards that created Elan Pharmaceuticals to the wine industry. Their passion for experimentation and entrepreneurship led the development of our landmark resort and winery, the first of its kind in the region since Prohibition.
our propertyEndless Experiences
Across 3,500 Acres
From premier golf and tennis programs to a world-class winery and culinary studio, our expansive destination resort offers a wide range of recreational and culinary pursuits for guests of all ages.
Awards & Accolades
Travel + Leisure's "World's Best Awards"
"Best of Meetings"
"South's Best"
"Couples Choice Awards"
"Diner's Choice Award"
Going Green
Environmental InitiativesRecycling
- Recycling efforts in place at Golf Maintenance.
- All used tires are returned to the vendor for recycling.
- All used oil from machinery and vehicles is contained and picked up by Universal Environment for recycling. Empty oil drums are returned.
- Antifreeze is contained and picked up by Universal Environment for recycling.
- Oil filters are recycled by Universal Environment or Jones Recycling Inc.
- Scrap steel is hauled to Jones Recycling Inc. annually.
- B & M Pallet Company picks up used fertilizer pallets for recycling.
- Dead or fallen trees are removed and ground into mulch to be used on foot paths or natural areas throughout the property.
- A portion of Equestrian Center shavings are recycled by Southern Landscape Supply for compost. The remainder is beneficial for breakdown at landfill.
- Recycled water is provided by the Town of Braselton to irrigate the golf courses.
- Our water conservation devices currently include toilet and sink water conserving devices installed in ten guest rooms. If we do not experience any pressure issues, we will install these devices across the property.
- Our Purchasing Managers are currently switching to more eco-friendly products. For example, the paper used for our marketing materials is gradually being switched to at least 30% post-consumer recycled.
- We are trying to eliminate unwanted and unnecessary magazine and catalog subscriptions. When these items arrive in the mail, we call the company and request to be removed from the mailing list or, if it is something necessary, ask if it can be emailed in a digital format.
daily Resort Fees
- Live entertainment on weekends in Paddy’s Pub and Louis House of Bourbon
- Resort pool access with poolside fire pits
- Daily winery tour at noon
- Recreational Club access, including tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, and cornhole boards
- Use of Par 3 golf course: $10 greens fee; tee time required
- Driving range access: 1 complimentary range token. Check in at the Course Pro Shop. Appropriate golf attire required.
- One-hour tennis court reservation. Based upon hours of operation and availability. Appropriate tennis attire required.
- Use of resort bicycles (available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
- Resort shuttle service to winery, spa and golf courses
- Access to Fitness Center featuring top-of-the-line equipment, including a Peloton bike
- Access to our 24-hour self-serve Business Center in the lobby, including use of computers and printers
- Premium wireless internet and unlimited local calls
- In-room coffee
daily Resort Fees
To enhance your experience, a $45 resort fee applies per room, per night and includes access to a wide range of resort services and amenities, including:
- Live entertainment on weekends in Paddy’s Pub and Louis House of Bourbon
- Open Tennis Clinic with Tennis Pro, Matt Kirkham
- Daily winery tour at noon
pet policyFurry Friends Welcome
Chateau Elan is a pet-friendly resort and we welcome our guests’ well-trained pets on designated floors of the Inn. Please note, pets must be supervised at all times and must be on a leash in public areas with no exceptions. Our $150 pet fee includes in-room food and water bowls, “do the business” pet bags, and a toy for your pet.