Chateau Elan
Braselton, GA, United StatesA European-inspired estate in the foothills of north Georgia
Chateau Elan
Chateau Elan is a sprawling European-inspired resort and winery in the rolling hills of north Georgia. With 63 holes of championship golf, a world-class spa, and an on-site winery producing acclaimed wines, this destination offers a rare blend of Southern charm and Continental elegance.
- 45 holes across two Denis Griffiths championship layouts — the Chateau Course stretches 7,030 yards with 87 bunkers and water on 10 holes
- Estate winery planted in 1981, one of the largest on the East Coast with 30+ wines produced annually
- 3,500-acre property set in the North Georgia foothills 40 minutes northeast of Atlanta
- Full-service spa, culinary studio, racquet club, and 50,000 sq ft of event space
- French château architecture anchoring a self-contained resort with multiple dining concepts
The Courses
- Chateau Course — 18 holes, par 72, designed by Denis Griffiths
- Woodlands Course — 18 holes, par 72, designed by Denis Griffiths
- Executive Par 3 Course — 9 holes
Restaurants & Bars
- 5 Chef-Driven Restaurants
- Speakeasy
- Bourbon Bar
- French-Style Cafe
- Poolside Mixology
On Property
Award-Winning Winery (30+ Wines, Daily Tours)
Spa
Racquet Club
Culinary Studio- Multiple Pools
Fitness Center- 50,000 sqft Event Space
March - May
North Georgia's spring temperatures keep the bentgrass greens at their firmest and fastest before summer humidity arrives.
Reserve a vineyard tour and barrel tasting with Chief Winemaker Simone Bergese's team — the estate has accumulated over 300 international awards and the production facility is rarely crowded mid-week. Pair the Chateau Course's demanding back nine, with water in play on 10 holes, with a post-round tasting flight rather than the reverse.
Joining Chateau Elan
Resort golf club (members + resort guests). Chateau Elan offers a Preferred Player Program granting discounted year-round golf on three courses (Chateau, Woodlands, Executive Par 3) for a non-refundable annual fee of $1,700. It is an annual golf-access program rather than an equity or full private-club membership.
Membership Categories
- Preferred Player (annual golf program, $1,700/player)
Member Benefits
- Discounted green fees: $33 Mon–Fri / $53 Sat–Sun & holidays (cart and range included)
- 15% merchandise discount at Golf Shop
- 15% food & beverage discount at Sarazen's Bar & Grille (excludes alcohol)
- $10 play on Exclusive Par 3 Course (availability-based)
- Priority tee time booking up to 14 days in advance
- Access to exclusive member events
- Troon Rewards Points on greens fees, lessons, and merchandise
- Initiation: $1,700 (non-refundable, valid through December 31, 2026)
- Annual Dues: Included in flat annual fee ($1,700)
- How to Join: Contact the Golf Shop by phone, email, or in person.
Membership details → · golfshop@chateauelan.com | (678) 425-9115
Chateau Elan
Features &
Amenities
Chateau Elan spans 3,500 acres of North Georgia wine country 45 minutes from Atlanta, combining 45 holes of championship golf, Georgia's largest winery, and a spa with 14 overnight guest rooms on a single estate.
Winery and Vinotherapy Spa
Chateau Elan operates Georgia's largest on-site winery, producing more than 30 estate wines available for tasting and purchase through the winery's dedicated shop. The Spa at Chateau Elan integrates the wine program into its treatment menu through vinotherapy rituals using antioxidant-rich, wine-based products, and its 14 overnight guest rooms make multi-day spa retreats self-contained.
45 Holes of Championship Golf
The golf club offers three courses: the Chateau Course through tranquil lake-front terrain, the Woodlands Course across dramatic elevation changes, and an Executive Par 3 for shorter-format play. The property has hosted corporate and charity tournaments and maintains a full-service club with instruction and club fitting.
Multi-Venue Dining Program
The property runs several distinct dining concepts, including Le Soleil for French-influenced cuisine, Sarazen's Bar and Grille for casual club dining, and Louis' House of Bourbon as a dedicated whiskey-focused venue. The spa's own Fleur de Lis dining room serves menu items developed by an in-house kitchen and overlooks the lake.
Signature
Events
Chateau Elan hosts Vineyard Fest each September, an outdoor festival now in its third decade that draws guests for two days of estate wine, live music, and chef-driven programming.
Vineyard Fest
Now in its 28th year, this two-day outdoor festival centers on tastings of more than 30 Chateau Elan estate wines alongside chef-curated culinary stations, live music across the vineyard grounds, and hands-on workshops. VIP and overnight guests access an additional Saturday-evening Poolside Prelude with live DJ and extended winery access. The event is 21-plus and draws attendees from across the Southeast.
One Membership.
Dozens of Destinations.
Your visit to Chateau Elan is coordinated by the LXV concierge — preferred tee times, dining reservations, room upgrades, and personalized welcome amenities, arranged before you arrive. One of more than 55 properties in the LXV network.
Getting
Here
Chateau Elan5473 Legends Dr, Braselton, GA 30517
Tel: (678) 425-0900
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Approximately 60 km south via I-85 North to Exit 126; 45-60 minutes depending on Atlanta traffic. The primary arrival point for domestic and international guests.
Athens-Ben Epps Airport (AHN)
Approximately 58 km east; around 45 minutes by car. A general aviation reliever airport convenient for private aircraft.
The resort is directly accessible from I-85 North; private aircraft can use Athens-Ben Epps or charter into DeKalb-Peachtree (PDK) for a shorter Atlanta-side drive.