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Southern Cross Ranch/Bed and Breakfast

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  • Front entrance of the main guest house.
    Dusk at Southern Cross Ranch
    A inviting pool awaits other relaxing ammenities include a hot tub, game room, and mountain bikes.
    Breakfast on the rear patio with view to horse pasture.
    Horseback riding at Southern Cross Ranch and a cool break for the horses.
    One of 16 guest rooms
    Swan fountain by the pool with pink mandivillas in the foreground.
    Riding stables at dusk.
    Game room features pool table, foosball, darts, chess, dominoes, cards, and the like.
    • Address 1670 Bethany Church Road
      Madison, GA 30650
      USA
    • Phone+1-706-342-8027
    • EmailContact Innkeeper
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    Experience southern hospitality at its finest on this wonderfully accommodating ranch. Largely undiscovered, Southern Cross Ranch is nestled in Central Georgia’s Historic Heartland and home to over 150 quality Paint and Quarter horses. We have both Bed & Breakfast only plans and All-Inclusive plans covering meals and/or horseback riding. All guests have access to pool, hot tub, game room, video library, and unlimited snacks, desserts, soft drinks and other beverages. Best known for our exceptional horseback riding program and unguided riding opportunities, Southern Cross combines this with delightful accommodations, exceptional cuisine, and personalized service for a complete experience. Our relaxed riding program allows guests to trail ride on their own if they choose. Horses are matched for novice and experienced riders, and lessons are available. Each room is pleasantly appointed featuring a King-sized bed, A/C, TV, DVD, and private bath. Premium rooms offer whirlpools, fireplaces, and delightful views. You may choose a room with a rustic, western theme or one of more traditional Southern décor. You’ll find many ways to relax and unwind at Southern Cross Ranch. You can enjoy a dip in the swimming pool or a soak in the hot tub. Seasonal flowers and beautiful landscaping adorn the ranch. You and your family will enjoy the complimentary unlimited soft drinks, tea, coffee, fresh lemonade, snacks, fruit and fresh baked desserts available 24 hours per day.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 12 Reviews

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    4.7 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Wonderful

    October 19, 2012

    This is a wonderful get away. We are from Florida and have been visiting 1 time a year since we discovered this ranch in 2008. It is such a relaxing fun place to visit especially if you enjoy horses. The only place I know where you get to handle your horse from the corral, to the ride and back to the coral. Trails are wonderful and horses are great. The accommodations are clean and roomy. The food is out of this world southern eating. The staff is like family after a visit. Our cousins drive from Atlanta to visit us there (or to eat). All I can say is a great, retreat.

    5 out of 5
     

    Wonderful

    October 06, 2012

    This place is amazing. It is serene and beautiful, the people are incredibly polite and the food is delicious!

    5 out of 5
     

    Horse lovers dream.

    July 03, 2012

    My granddaughter and I stayed at the ranch in June and had a great time. Everything and everyone was perfect. There is not place like Sotuher Cross. This was our first trip and will return many times. Each person was so nice and helpful. This was a dream come true for us both . There is so much to do and so much good food to be had plus all the drinks and snacks 24 hours a days. It was really great. Can't wait for our return trip! I did not know Heaven was so close to us. It is so relaxing at the ranch. I could live there with no problems. For anyone who loves horses or just want to get away this is the place to be. Thanks to everyone!!

    4.8 out of 5
     

    So Relaxing

    December 19, 2011

    I have been to Southern Cross many times and have never been disappointed with my stay. I go specifically for the horses and they are so well cared for that I wonder if they think they are on a vacation too? I love the personal interaction with the horses. The staff is always friendly and helpful. It is comfortable to go there alone as it is easy to make friends with the other guests. When I turn into the driveway at Southern Cross I can feel the stress melt away for a few days.

    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Inge & Tom Wendling

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    Resident Pets

    3 Dogs , 175 horses Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $80 - $210

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: flexible    Check Out: flexible

    • Minimum Stay: 2 night minimums may apply to select weekends.

    • Deposit Amount Required: $50/night

    • Cancellations: Deposits for reservations cancelled greater than 30 day prior to arrival are 85% refundable. For cancellations 7-30 days prior to arrival, deposits are 50% refundable, and less than 7 days are nonrefundable. Timely cancellations allow us to offer your room to other prospective guests.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Bring your own, refrigerator provided

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 12 Reviews

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    4.7 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Wonderful

    October 19, 2012

    This is a wonderful get away. We are from Florida and have been visiting 1 time a year since we discovered this ranch in 2008. It is such a relaxing fun place to visit especially if you enjoy horses. The only place I know where you get to handle your horse from the corral, to the ride and back to the coral. Trails are wonderful and horses are great. The accommodations are clean and roomy. The food is out of this world southern eating. The staff is like family after a visit. Our cousins drive from Atlanta to visit us there (or to eat). All I can say is a great, retreat.

    5 out of 5
     

    Wonderful

    October 06, 2012

    This place is amazing. It is serene and beautiful, the people are incredibly polite and the food is delicious!

    5 out of 5
     

    Horse lovers dream.

    July 03, 2012

    My granddaughter and I stayed at the ranch in June and had a great time. Everything and everyone was perfect. There is not place like Sotuher Cross. This was our first trip and will return many times. Each person was so nice and helpful. This was a dream come true for us both . There is so much to do and so much good food to be had plus all the drinks and snacks 24 hours a days. It was really great. Can't wait for our return trip! I did not know Heaven was so close to us. It is so relaxing at the ranch. I could live there with no problems. For anyone who loves horses or just want to get away this is the place to be. Thanks to everyone!!

    4.8 out of 5
     

    So Relaxing

    December 19, 2011

    I have been to Southern Cross many times and have never been disappointed with my stay. I go specifically for the horses and they are so well cared for that I wonder if they think they are on a vacation too? I love the personal interaction with the horses. The staff is always friendly and helpful. It is comfortable to go there alone as it is easy to make friends with the other guests. When I turn into the driveway at Southern Cross I can feel the stress melt away for a few days.

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Elegant Simplicity & Relaxation at it's BEST

    November 11, 2011

    I take my son here every year for his Birthday & sometimes just to get away w/ a friend. It's SO peaceful & relaxing. The STAFF is always willing to do whatever it takes to make your stay unforgettable. The HORSES are wonderful (not your typical worn out trail horse) Unlike most places, you get more than enough riding time, a horse based on your riding experience, you get to groom & saddle them, go with a guide or off on your own. The guides are extremely knowledgable & are very good w/ instructing, looking out for & setting beginners at ease. And they take VERY good care of their Horses! Spring is a very fun time to visit, as there are usually 8-10 mares ready to foal. If your lucky, you may see one being born. I can't say enough about this Ranch. It will be my retreat for years to come!

    4.8 out of 5
     

    Blissful!

    March 04, 2011

    I just needed to relax and the Southern Cross Guest Ranch was perfect choice! It’s a little over an hour from Atlanta, and not far from the highway exit. The staff are so wonderful and accommodating, and make every effort to make you feel at home. The ranch has more than 200 horses, and the trails are beautiful and serene. I rode every day; the staff caters to the novice as well as those with experience. My room was nicely decorated, very roomy and comfortable. It overlooked the pasture with the horses. I enjoyed curling up on the swing by the pool & hot tub with my book before dinner. The food was very good and plentiful, and breakfast was made even better by watching the “babies” galloping by the dining room windows. The staff cheerfully made every accommodation for guests with dietary restrictions. I would highly recommend Southern Cross. I can't wait to go back!

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Like visiting family...

    February 04, 2011

    We visited Southern Cross Guest Ranch awhile ago, and we loved it. For the price you would pay for a measly "okay" hotel room, you get your room, 2 horseback riding trips a day, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks 24 hours a day. Can you beat that value? Nope. When we visited, it was like visiting family. The staff was more than helpful, and when we arrived to check in, the office radioed to the barn to pop us in on the afternoon horseback riding excursion to begin our stay with them. The horses are all well-trained, and when you're ready to head back to the barn, your horse is on auto-pilot (versus barn-sour.) Just let the horse decide which way it wants to go in a fork on the trail, and you'll be back at the barn. This isn't your standard boring trail ride either. YOU choose what route you want to take (if you opted out for a guide which is only available AFTER going out on the trail WITH a guide for your first ride.) When we returned, we were able to shower and relax before the chiming of the dinner bell. The food was excellent and plentiful, and we relaxed the rest of the evening. For something special, try their hydo-massage :) You might need it after a few days of 2-hour trail rides (you can go shorter as well as ride in the ring if you want.) We plan on making Southern Cross (at the very least) an annual trip.

    4.2 out of 5
     

    have gone many times...and still counting

    November 14, 2010

    I have been several times. Sometimes it is just with my spouse, and other times we bring the kids. No matter if it is a weekend get away for us as a couple or a family trip, we are never disappointed. We don't call it a bed and breakfast, we call it a working ranch. It's a place to go to completely escape the rat race back home and get back to nature. I just won the ebay trip, so we are going again. who-hoo!

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  • Location

    Overview Points of Interest Restaurants

    Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Ranch

    • Small town

    City - Atlanta

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From airport, take I-285 East and follow signs as it turns into I-285 North. Catch I-20 East on the East side of Atlanta. Go about 45 miles to Exit 114 (Hwy 441, Madison), and turn right (south). Go 2.5 miles to "Crawford Rd." and turn left. Go to first stop (1 mile) and turn right on to "Bethany Church Rd." Southern Cross Ranch will be 1.0 mile on your left hand side. Cleary marked and large white metal barn.

    Airport

    • Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield Intl.) 58 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From airport, take I-285 East and follow signs as it turns into I-285 North. Catch I-20 East on the East side of Atlanta. Go about 45 miles to Exit 114 (Hwy 441, Madison), and turn right (south). Go 2.5 miles to "Crawford Rd." and turn left. Go to first stop (1 mile) and turn right on to "Bethany Church Rd." Southern Cross Ranch will be 1.0 mile on your left hand side. Cleary marked and large white metal barn.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Horse back riding - - On Site

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Horseshoes

    • Hunting

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Hot Tub - On Site

    • Private Hot Tub - On Site

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Table Tennis

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Guest Ranch

    Property highlights

    • Horseback riding

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Meeting / Banquet Facilities

    • Mountain Bikes

    • Pool & Hot Tub

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 am

    • Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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