BARNSLEY GARDENS RESORT*

On 1,300 acres one hour north of Atlanta, a 19th century-inspired village with charming pedestrian streetscapes contains Barnsley Gardens' country cottages. Each of the 70 residences includes a wood-burning fireplace; 12-foot ceilings; hardwood floors; book cabinets; king-size, four-posted or sleigh beds; and a period-inspired, ball-and-claw-foot cast iron tub. Activities include Jim Fazio-designed golf, The Spa at Barnsley Gardens, walking, tennis, fly-fishing and swimming.