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Southern Cross Ranch/Bed and Breakfast
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  • Inn Details

    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.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish


    Number of Dogs: 3

    Other Pets: 175 horses

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Guest Ranch

    Property Noted For:

    • Horseback riding

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • 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

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Meeting / Banquet Facilities

    • Mountain Bikes

    • Pool & Hot Tub

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    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: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Bring your own, refrigerator provided

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • 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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  • 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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    So Relaxing

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    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.

    Elegant Simplicity & Relaxation at it's BEST

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    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!

    Blissful!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    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!

    Like visiting family...

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    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.

    have gone many times...and still counting

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    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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