Romantic Getaways, Mountain Homes

In honor of Valentine’s Day, House Hunt is exploring dreamy homes in Blue Ridge, a great location for a romantic weekend getaway, family retreat, and investment or rental property.

Due to its proximity and convenience—an hour from Atlanta—folks are gravitating to Blue Ridge in “lifestyle” moves. A rich history, lakes, mountains, hiking trails, whitewater rafting, festivals and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad add to its charm.

Homes for Sale

For an investment, second home or primary residence, check out the photos of and additional information—via the AOL Real Estate links below—on these homes:

• 920 Power Dam Road, Blue Ridge
• 281 Deer Hunter Road, Blue Ridge
• 212 Laurel Circle, Blue Ridge
• 115 Contrast, Blue Ridge
• 225 Eagles Nest, Blue Ridge
• 129 Chickasaw Trail, No. 30, Blue Ridge
• 165 Timberlake Trail, Blue Ridge

Valentine's Getaways

To experience Blue Ridge firsthand, check out Valentine’s getaway packages offered by Sundance Cabin Rentals:

The Barn—At $89 a night, this two-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath riverfront cottage sports a gas fireplace, fire pit on the river and is pet friendly. The home is decorated with memorabilia from an old barn.

Bill’s Garage—In addition to the same ameneties listed above, this two-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath riverfront cottage has an open loft and a wall of windows facing the Toccoa River.

Above The River—Secluded and private with a spa on the deck, this two-bedroom, two-bath, riverfront cabin sleeps up to six. At $135 a night, it has a gas fireplace, wi-fi, and ping pong and foosball tables. Nearby activities include trout fishing, canoeing, hiking on the Appalachian Trail and the Toccoa swinging bridge.

Jacob’s Ridge Hideaway—Also sleeping up to six in a private and secluded area, this two-bedroom, two-bath has a screened porch, pool table, ping pong and air hockey tables, big-screen TV, DVD player and wireless Internet access. It rents for $135 a night.

Riverside—Sixteen can sleep in this riverfront three-bedroom, three-bath with a wood-burning fireplace, spa on the deck, dock on the river, and pool and air hockey tables. With spectacular views of the river, it goes for $220 a night.