Our Unique Lodging Options

Check-in is between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. No check-ins will be accepted after 10 p.m. We have a gate that closes at 10 p.m. and can only be opened with a gate key that you will get at check in.

Check-out is 11 a.m.

The card you use to book AND the cardholder's government-issued photo identification MUST be present at check-in for BOTH activities and lodging. We cannot check you in without verifying both your ID and the card used to book the reservation.

Room Rates include a full breakfast for 2 guests (excluding family cabins).

A $20 extra guest surcharge will be added for each additional guest (5 and up) that includes breakfast.

If you are staying in a family cabin and want to add breakfast, you can add it to your reservation when checking in for an additional fee of $14.95 per person (ages 10 and up), $7.48 for kids ages 5-9 years, and free for kids 4 years and under.

Breakfast is served from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the main lodge.

In the summer, we may start breakfast earlier to accommodate our earlier adventure tours.

Breakfast includes fresh fruit, coffee, juice, and teas. We serve 2 breakfast meats (based on availability), an additional breakfast side such as hash browns, sausage gravy or grits, homemade biscuits, and eggs.

Room Rates include a full breakfast for 2 guests (excluding family cabins). If you are staying in a family cabin and want to add breakfast, you can add it to your reservation when checking in for an additional fee of $14.95 per person (ages 10 and up), $7.48 for kids ages 5-9 years, and free for kids 4 years and under.

Add a delicious 4-course Gourmet dinner to your stay!

Reservations are required and menu selections must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance. We do not have a walk-in restaurant. We do have a wonderful chef and we can prepare lunch and dinner if you let us know ahead of time. If you do not reserve a meal ahead of time (excluding breakfast), we may not be able to accommodate your dining needs. We are a short 15 to 20-minute drive to eating establishments or you may bring some take out to eat in your room after your check-in.

We have free Wi-Fi in the main lodge and surrounding area.

network: BanningMills

No password required. 

There are many locations on property, especially those located across the gorge from the main lodge, that do not get a signal. We do not guarantee you will have Wi-Fi in your room.

All rooms are equipped with towels, linens, keurig, and AC for cooling and heating. We turn on the gas log fireplaces after the first frost (they remain turned off in warm weather).

Each lodging option lists specific room amenities. 

Other property Free Amenities

We offer many lodging, adventure, and dining packages that save you time and money! 

NO PETS are allowed on property. ONLY ADA recognized Service Animals are permitted on the property. We understand that service animals must be with their owner 24/7. Due to safety risks, we cannot allow service animals on our adventure treks. If a pet is not an ADA recognized service animal, a pet cleaning fee of $150 per room will be charged.

Banning Mills is a NON-SMOKING facility. A $150 fee will be assessed for smoking in rooms.

Please do not smoke within 25 feet of any building or structure (zip line towers, bridges, etc.) There is an area on the deck near the lodge where we allow smoking. Smoking is not allowed in the pool area.

Running cords from outlets is not permitted.

Our facility is in a historic and beautiful natural setting. Our trail systems and grounds are not considered "improved”, and we leave them as natural as possible. Therefore, when out and about the property, there are potential inherent risks to consider such as stumbles, falls, collisions, sprains, fractures, cuts and abrasions, insect, animal, and snake bites as well as bee stings, allergic reactions to plants and or animals, heat or cold injuries, blisters, sore muscles, severe injuries, and possible death. These risks are not all inclusive or considered complete.

Please note that if you lose your room key, it is a $25 charge and if you lose your gate key, there is a $50 charge.

If you can find extra time after adventuring, exploring, and dining with us there are many places to visit within 30 minutes’ drive.

We are located between the City of Newnan (15 mi south) and Carrollton (10 mi north) both of which are rich in history.

Newnan, GA, also known as the City of Homes, has six National Register Historic Districts. Explore the historic downtown, tour gardens such as Oak Grove Plantation or Dunaway Gardens, and take a driving tour of Newnan’s historic homes. Stop in at the Coweta County African American Heritage Museum & Research Center for a history lesson and genealogy session. Enjoy a self-guided driving tour and see the districts that include Antebellum and Victorian homes, the 1904 historic courthouse, Oak Hill Cemetery, the History Depot, and the McRitchie Hollis Museum. Be sure to save time for shopping for antiques and treasures in the historic downtown area and the outdoor mall, Ashley Park.

Visit the Explore Newnan - Coweta and the Explore Georgia Newnan sites for a list of things to do and places to eat.

Explore the shops, restaurants, and galleries of historic Downtown Carrollton, GA. Play the state’s best disc golf course at Hobbs’ Park. Walk or bike the Carrollton Greenbelt, GA’s longest closed-loop bike trail. Catch a show at the Carrollton Cultural Arts Center or the Amp Amphitheater. Connect with the art & history of textiles in West GA at the SE Quilt & Textile Museum and the WGA Textile Heritage Trail. Also, located 10 minutes from town is Oak Mountain Championship Golf Course. 

Visit Explore Georgia - Carrollton for a list of things to do and places to eat.