Local Love

Written By: Jenny King | Issue: 2019/01 - Winter

As locals, we all know that living near the Plateau is a real blessing.  Another glad tiding for those of us living in Macon, Jackson, Transylvania, or Rabun counties is the return of Old Edwards Inn and Spa’s “We Love Locals” winter promotion.

The promotion will kick off early this year as the Fitness Center welcomes you to attend any scheduled class in December for just $20.  Keep in shape as you eat your way through the holidays by trying out exclusive training programs like Barre, Sky Styx Yoga, and Classical Mat Pilates.

Then, from January through March, local residents can enjoy special room rates at the award-winning hotel.  If the winter blahs have you dreaming of getting away, you’re in luck!  With the world-class amenities at Old Edwards, one can easily imagine themselves at an elegant European resort.

Say you arrive on a cold, grey Sunday at 3:00  P.M.  You relax in the Hummingbird Lounge with a glass of champagne or a cocktail and then leisurely make your way to your room to plan the rest of your “stay-cation.”  You dress for dinner, walk downstairs, and are treated to a sumptuous meal, created by Executive Chef Chris Huerta.  Upon arriving back in your room, you find the indulgent bedding has been turned down and waits to wrap you in cozy comfort.

In the morning, you wake up with a yoga class and then head to the Spa for an unforgettably relaxing “Four Hands Massage.”  Afterwards you treat yourself to the luxurious Spa amenities like the mineral whirlpool and sauna and then rinse off in the Rainforest shower.  After you slip into one of their fluffy robes you enjoy a cup of herbal tea as you sit by the fireplace and discover yourself a bit hungry.

Knowing you have a full evening planned, you ask to see the Spa Café menu and enjoy a light bite (still bundled in your robe). Afterwards, you curl up in the Meditation Room with a new book and doze off. Your nap leaves you refreshed and ready for some retail therapy, so you dress and head to Acorn’s where they’re offering discounts during the months of January and February.  After finding just the perfect home accessory, you walk back across the street for your scheduled complimentary Jane Iredale Make-up Consultation at The Spa and the experts there have you looking your best as you head home.

So you see, now is a great time to experience Old Edwards’ amazing hospitality at affordable rates, just for locals.  For all the details, visit OldEdwardsInn.com or call them at (866) 526-8008.  Just make sure you bring a photo ID with you as proof of residency at check-in.