Engelheim Vineyards
Engelheim Vineyards—German for “Angel Home”—is a family-owned estate in North Georgia where the Engels planted their first vines in 2009 and opened a Bavarian-style tasting room in 2014. Award-winning wines, weekend live music, and a family- and dog-friendly policy make it a versatile stop on an Ellijay wine tour. Venue in the Vines, a 12,000-square-foot event center on property, hosts weddings and corporate gatherings; large groups can inquire about private event availability. Engelheim is a family-owned estate in the rolling hills of North Georgia where tradition, craftsmanship, and hospitality meet in every bottle; wine is grown, produced, and handcrafted on-site. Visitors enjoy personalized tastings—four wines for $18 or six for $25—with over 20 varieties from dry to sweet, plus artisan charcuterie, weekend live music, and the option to bring your own food to enjoy on the deck. No reservations required; open seven days a week.
127 Lakeview Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
Daily 12:30pm–6:00pm
No reservations required
Four wines $18; six wines $25. Over 20 varieties from dry to sweet.
Welcome; consume outside or on the deck only. Charcuterie and snacks available in the tasting room.
Not permitted.
Yes; children must be under strict adult supervision (breakables on premises).
Yes; well-behaved, leashed dogs welcome. Owners must clean up. Exceptions may be made by staff based on temperament.
What to Expect
- Personalized tastings: four wines $18 or six wines $25; staff guide you through 20+ varieties from dry to sweet.
- Tastings are done one at a time in the tasting room; no reservations required.
- Indoor tasting room and outdoor deck; you may bring your own food to enjoy outside or on the deck only.
- Charcuterie boards and snacks available for purchase in the tasting room.
- Live music Saturdays and Sundays 1:30–5:30 p.m.; in fall, Friday afternoons 3:30–5:30 p.m. as well.
- Family- and dog-friendly: children under strict adult supervision; well-behaved, leashed dogs welcome with cleanup required.
- Estate-grown and -produced wines; multiple awards including Georgia Winery of the Year and Best Georgia Grown Wine.
- Venue in the Vines: 12,000-square-foot event center for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings.
Engelheim has earned numerous medals and “Best Georgia” accolades. The atmosphere is welcoming and upscale without being formal—ideal for groups that want award-winning wine, live music, and the option to bring a picnic or order charcuterie. Visiting on a private tour gives you flexibility on arrival time; weekend afternoons are busiest when the music is on.
Planning Notes for Private Tours
- No reservations needed; first come, first served for tastings and wine by the glass.
- Weekend afternoons (1:30–5:30) are busiest due to live music; arrive by noon or earlier for a quieter, more intimate tasting.
- You may bring your own food but only consume it outside or on the deck; no outside alcohol per Georgia law.
- Children and dogs welcome; supervise kids (breakables on premises) and keep dogs leashed with cleanup.
- Fall: live music also on Friday afternoons—plan accordingly if you want music or a quieter visit.
- Venue in the Vines hosts private events; large groups or special requests should contact the winery in advance.
- Strong anchor for a mixed group: families, couples, and dog owners can all enjoy the same stop.
- Pairs well with an adults-only stop (e.g. Roo Mountain) earlier or later to balance pacing and vibe.
Engelheim Vineyards FAQs
Do I need a reservation for tastings?
No. Engelheim does not require reservations; walk in any day during opening hours.
What does a tasting cost?
Four wines for $18 or six wines for $25. Staff guide you through over 20 varieties from dry to sweet; tastings are done one at a time.
Can I bring my own food?
Yes. You may bring your own food but it must be eaten outside or on the deck. Snacks and charcuterie are available in the tasting room.
Do you have live music?
Yes. Live music on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.; in fall, also on Friday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Are kids and dogs allowed?
Yes. Children are welcome with strict adult supervision. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome; owners must clean up after them.
How does Engelheim fit into a private Ellijay tour?
Engelheim works as a flexible stop: family- and dog-friendly, with award-winning wine and weekend music. We can schedule it early for a relaxed tasting or later when the band is on; routing is adjusted to your group's pace.
Can I bring outside alcohol?
No. Outside alcohol is not permitted.
How This Fits Into an Ellijay Wine Tour
Engelheim fits naturally into an Ellijay tour whether your group wants a relaxed midday tasting or a full weekend vibe with live music. Routing is flexible: we can place it first for a quieter start, or after an adults-only stop so families and dog owners have a welcoming second stop. Because it's open daily with no reservations required, timing is easy to adjust. Pairing Engelheim with a more intimate or 21+ venue (such as Roo Mountain) gives your itinerary variety—something for everyone. Our drivers handle pickup, drop-off, and pacing so you can enjoy the deck, charcuterie, and music without worrying about the drive.
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