Welcome to Braselton
A perfect blend of Southern hospitality and French elegance.
Tucked away at the base of the Georgia Mountains, you'll find Braselton, a town that combines Southern hospitality with French elegance. This town is located in four counties: Jackson, Barrow, Hall, and Gwinnett.
Braselton has been known for its small-town charm ever since the Braselton Brothers first opened a store here more than a century ago, and many of the historic buildings have been restored to maintain the atmosphere.
This charming town is the ideal place to settle down, whether you're in the market for a quiet retirement community, a place to raise a family, or an area to enjoy an active lifestyle.
What to Love
- Open container district where you can walk around and shop while enjoying a drink
- Festivals and farmers' markets
- Excellent schools
- Beautiful neighborhoods with immaculate landscapes
- Plenty of antique shopping
- Proximity to Chateau Elan Winery & Resort
Local Lifestyle
As a North Atlanta suburb, Braselton has swiftly become one of the area's most desirable places to live, work, and play. Located here is the world-famous Chateau Elan Winery & Spa Resort, which is one of Atlanta's most sought-after gated Golf Communities.
The annual Petit Le Mans race takes place at Road Atlanta, a world-class racing facility in Braselton. This town encapsulates a wealth of first-rate entertainment and plentiful housing options in a package reminiscent of a small town at its best.
Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping
Braselton is known for antique shopping and farmers’ markets. Check out the fresh, locally grown vegetables, delectable homemade baked goods, and a wide variety of canned products at the Braselton Farmers Market, where many farmers, bakers, and artisans converge to offer their wares.
Purchase charming mementos at A Flea Antique, a unique shop with over 80 antique sellers. You can quickly locate excellent antique furniture, glassware, coins, dolls, baseball cards, southern pottery, fishing antiques, vintage toys, and culinary items in this exceptional store.
For dining options, visit Braselton Brewing Company, located at 9859 Davis Street in Braselton's recently rebuilt old cotton mill. The menu here features soft pretzel bites with beer cheese, fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese, a variety of burgers, and much more.
Stop by Houndstooth Grill & Tavern, a restaurant offering a distinctive fine dining experience in an attractive atmosphere filled with hand-painted murals. This exquisite English-style tavern welcomes you with pleasant, attentive service and a casually elegant, mural-adorned atmosphere, where you may enjoy delectable classic foods.
Savor seafood at Cotton Calf Kitchen, located in the historic downtown Braselton. This eatery has an extensive menu that features a variety of mouthwatering American specialties in addition to its fresh and flavorful seafood selection.
Things to Do
Braselton has so much to offer, from the thrill of racing at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta to poolside relaxation at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort. Observe a spectacular race at the 750-acre Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, situated in the undulating hills of northeast Georgia.
Stop by Chateau Elan Winery & Resort for the pinnacle of winemaking. This winery, located in Braselton and farther south in Georgia, is one of the largest and most highly regarded on the East Coast. The winery produces more than 30 wines from grapes cultivated in its vineyards.
Braselton also hosts several events and festivals. Braselton Antique & Artisan Festival and Art-Tiques Vintage Market feature over 300 vendors selling anything from vintage trinkets and homemade goods to plants, yard art, and patio furnishings.
Attend Vineyard Fest, held annually at the Chateau Elan Winery & Resort. Vineyard Fest has been a tradition for many years, bringing together wine lovers for an epic adventure of grape stomping, beer and wine sampling, and culinary splurges.
Schools
Gwinnett County School District and Jackson County School District serve homes in Braselton. Schools of note here include: