As an outdoors lover and hiking enthusiast, North Georgia always seems to captivate me. Its stunning scenery, waterfalls, and all-around outdoorsy vibe, really do hit differently. Furthermore, a stay in a unique glamping dome nestled in the Appalachian Mountains can be the most romantic North Georgia Getaway.
Glamping in North Georgia is one of those reasons why road trips to the Peach State are my favorites!
If you’ve never had the experience of spending the night outdoors, whether it be camping or glamping, you’re in for a treat when staying in this cute dome set in a ‘Glampground‘ in the woods.
But first, what’s all this glamping experience about?
And what is the difference between glamping and camping?
What is Glamping?
You can think about glamping as being the complete opposite of camping. The term glamping comes from the words “glamorous camping“, which refers to luxury camping.
Glamping gets you the experience of sleeping outdoors, but with all the comfort and luxury you would have in a hotel room, like a real bed, bathrooms (common in most campground facilities), running water, a fridge, a microwave, and everything you need to enjoy a comfortable stay.
When you’re glamping, all you need to bring is your personal items because everything else is provided for you.
What is Camping?
Let’s break this one down into simple terms: to sleep in a tent out in the wilderness. Pretty much. When you go camping you prepare a tent and bare essentials to get ready to sleep outdoors under the stars.
Thousands of people experience camping at least once in their lifetime and either love or hate it. As for me, even though I’m deeply in love with the outdoors, I’m kind of in between.
For both of these options, you’ll mostly be looking into campsites or campgrounds that either host glamping or have spaces available for booking where you can set up your camping tent.
Some campgrounds have accessibility to restrooms and others don’t, which is something to keep in mind when choosing your glamping or camping destinations.
Is Glamping Better than Camping?
This really just comes down to a personal preference and the type of glamping experience you choose to have.
Glamping tents, domes, cabins, treehouses, and yurts, are some of the most popular glamping experiences in the U.S. Each of these glamping options is unique, with pros and cons that can’t really compare to one another.
Take this glamping dome for example. It’s tucked in the woods of the Appalachian Mountains where you can enjoy the mesmerizing sounds of the Chattahoochee River.
You can even sit by the fire or grill your favorite food all while being surrounded by Mother Nature. It’s absolute perfection if you ask me!
But…
Although it’s the best setting for a romantic getaway, glamping domes are not for everyone. And that’s okay!
Planning Your Romantic Getaway in North Georgia
For us, finding this glamping dome on Airbnb with availability in February, was everything we wanted! We were able to plan the perfect romantic getaway in North Georgia with a unique glamping experience that we looked forward to.
Here is everything you need to know about this glamping experience in Georgia to plan your next weekend getaway.
This glamping dome is located in Hiawassee, just 20 minutes north of Alpine Helen, a picturesque German-inspired town well-known for its annual Oktoberfest festivities.
We were already staying in Helen before it was time to check in at the dome, which is both convenient and a fun option to consider if you want to add multiple destinations to your getaway.
Now, let me make a pause right here.
I can’t continue writing about this without sharing that the curvy roads on the Unicoi Turnpike are no joke!
Thankfully, I wasn’t feeling anxious or anything. Nonetheless, it’s a very scenic drive.
Now…back to the dome. It’s set on a private campground just off the highway and there’s this small bridge right when you’re entering that is super cute for pictures!
Once you arrive at this unique glamping site, you will notice a sign that reads “The Glampground” right next to the dome, along with two airstreams right across the dome.
There is also a small building right between the two–this is the restroom/laundry area.
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Inside This Super Cute Glamping Dome
The dome looks much smaller from the outside than it actually is. It’s very spacious and includes all the amenities you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
There is a super comfy queen bed, with amazing heated blankets. Did I mention it has heated blankets? Lawd!!! Those heated blankets were heaven-sent!
There’s also a mini-fridge, microwave, and heating stove that was great at keeping us warm since it had been raining all night during our stay and it was very chilly!
It’s because of the rain that I regret only one thing and it’s that we couldn’t sit and relax by the fire outside.
However, we did get to hear the sound of the rain from inside the dome and it was magical!
Must-Do Activities on Your North Georgia Getaway
Staying in this glamping dome is certainly one of the most romantic getaway weekend ideas.
And since there are so many things to do in Helen, I figured that sharing the itinerary for our couples’ getaway would be helpful when planning your own stay in the North Georgia Mountains.
1. Spend a Night in this Charming Dome
While staying at the dome, you can enjoy a nature walk, dinner by the river, S’mores in the fire pit, and play board games.
You can also take this intimate space to spend quality time with your partner and take memorable pictures of just the two of you.
2. Have Breakfast at a German bakery in the Alpine City of Helen
Helen is known as the heart of North Georgia and it’s very romantic for couples! Being that it’s a Bavarian-style town, starting the day off with breakfast at a German bakery is definitely the way to go.
For complete breakfast options and all the Bavarian vibes, you can check out Hofer’s Bakery. And for delicious bagels and great coffee, Schatzie’s Cafe is your place to go.
And while you’re here, take a stroll around the cute German-inspired town.
3. See Dukes Creek Falls: A Beautiful North Georgia Waterfall
There are hundreds of waterfalls that you can visit in North Georgia. Which ones to visit will depend on how much you want to hike and your preference for the intensity level of the hike.
For a Georgia romantic getaway in which you can divide your time into many different activities, choose the waterfalls with the shorter distance hikes.
We enjoyed watching the beauty of Dukes Creek Falls from the observation deck which is a short walk from its parking area.
4. Visit a Winery: One of the Best Activities for Couples
Many might be surprised to know that there are numerous wineries in North Georgia. In fact, many of these are award-winning and have the perfect atmosphere to enjoy while on a romantic getaway with your significant other.
Yonah Mountain Vineyards was our pick and we had an amazing time. Unfortunately, the wine cave tours were not available during our visit. Just make sure you call ahead of time when planning your epic trip to see what’s available.
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5. Walk Around Smith Lake (Unicoi Lake) at Unicoi State Park
It’s the little things that always make great memories. A visit to Unicoi Lake might just be one of the simplest things to do but it is so very worth it.
The feeling you get when experiencing the stunning mountain views with the love of your life is beyond amazing. There’s just something about mountains that makes it all so magically perfect!
6. Visit a Chocolate Factory For a Sweet Experience
What’s a little romantic getaway without some chocolates, right? In the Alpine City of Helen, you will find some super cute candy stores.
But it was the Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen that caught our attention. We had a variety of flavors and all of them were delicious!
Final Thoughts
Indeed, the glamping or camping experience is not for everyone. But it’s also true that spending at least one night in a glamping dome like this one, or in a glamping tent, is worth a try.
Whether you’re planning a Georgia romantic getaway for a whole week’s stay or just a weekend, it sure will be an unforgettable experience.
Would you like to have the glamping experience in this dome? Let me know in the comments!
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This is so cute and romantic! I would love to spend a weekend here with my boyfriend. Thank you for sharing.
You must! I’m sure you will both love the experience.