Inn Scarlett’s Footsteps

In 1936, one of the greatest novels of all time was released. In 1939, that book was transformed into what many consider the greatest film of all time. It’s name was and is “Gone With The Wind”, and it’s author was Margaret Mitchell. It is the story of a family in the antebellum south, before and after the War Between the States. It is “a land of cotton and cavaliers, …look for it no more….it is gone with the wind”. Or is it?

There is a place in the deep south where a visitor can still enjoy the natural hospitality of native southerners, and do so in a setting very reminiscent of Scarlett O’Hara’s beloved Tara. It is called (both on the web and in real life) Inn Scarlett’s Footsteps. This is a “Bed and Breakfast In the Antebellum Style”, and is located just south of Atlanta. But it has some unique charms and features that separate it from the run-of-the-mill bed and breakfasts. For one, it has one of the largest private collections of Gone With the Wind material in the world. There is a chance for groups of 15 to 350 to have a guided tour back in time, at a tea, luncheon, or BBQ and Ball. Visitors can mingle with character look-a-likes, and even get a chance to dance the Virginia Reel, just like Scarlett and Rhett.

So if it is for one night, or several, this is the place to stay to experience the hospitality of the south. I lived there for several years, and enjoyed that part of the country. The people are very nice, and the country is so beautiful. Visit this site, and then visit them when you head to Atlanta.

http://www.gwtw.com/