Kaya Vineyard & Winery
Kaya Vineyard & Winery was one of the first and is among the largest vineyards in the Dahlonega area. The winery sits at 1,600-foot elevation on the apex of a ridge, with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and lush vineyards.
The tasting room, farm-to-table dining, luxury Craftsman-style cottages, and wedding venue make it a favorite for private wine tours and special occasions—especially for sunset views and a full estate experience. A stop here can include tastings, dining, and time on the grounds; guests can also stay on property in the cottages (book through the winery). For tour groups, Kaya works well as a scenic, mountaintop stop—ideally later in the day when sunset timing adds to the experience. Pair it with a lunch stop earlier in the route so you arrive with time to enjoy the views and wines. We handle routing and timing so your group can make the most of the elevation and setting.
What to Expect
- Mountaintop tasting room at 1,600-foot elevation with Blue Ridge and vineyard views.
- Estate-grown wines; farm-to-table dining at tasting room locations.
- Luxury cottages on property; weddings and events.
- Full estate experience: tastings, dining, and grounds; sunset timing is a highlight.
- Ideal as a later-in-the-day stop when you can enjoy views and sunset.
Kaya delivers a full estate experience—tastings, dining, and mountain views in one stop. Sunset timing makes it especially strong as an afternoon or early-evening stop; we can sequence your route so you have time to enjoy the elevation and setting.
Planning Notes for Private Tours
- Sunset timing can be ideal; coordinate with your driver for the best experience.
- No outside alcohol per Georgia law.
- Lodging on property (cottages); book through the winery if extending your stay.
- Pair with a lunch stop earlier in the day so you arrive with time for tastings and views.
- Weddings and events may affect availability; confirm when planning your tour.
- Strong pairing with Yonah Mountain or Wolf Mountain for a day of scenic, elevated stops.
Kaya Vineyard FAQs
Can I stay on property at Kaya?
Yes. Kaya offers luxury Craftsman-style cottages; book through the winery website.
Does Kaya have food or a restaurant?
Yes. Kaya offers farm-to-table dining at the tasting room locations.
Does Kaya host weddings or events?
Yes. Kaya has a wedding venue and hosts events; contact the winery for details.
Can I bring outside alcohol?
No. Georgia law prohibits outside alcohol at licensed wineries.
How does Kaya fit into a private Dahlonega wine tour?
Kaya works well as a scenic, mountaintop stop—especially later in the day for sunset views. We handle routing and timing; pair it with a lunch stop earlier.
How This Fits Into a Dahlonega Wine Tour
Kaya works well as a scenic, mountaintop stop—especially later in the day for sunset views. Pair it with a lunch stop earlier and we’ll handle routing and timing. From Atlanta or North Georgia, we plan the route so you can arrive with time to enjoy the elevation, tastings, and views without rushing.
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