Wine, Cheese & Love Stories
3 p.m. | February 13 | Meet in Inn Lobby
Open your senses and learn how to create the perfect match to suit your own flavor palate to find the perfect complement between cheese and wine. Talented and knowledgeable wine stewards guide participants through an interactive tour of wines while guests use their senses to pair selections from Georgia’s own Sweet Grass Dairy. Throughout the tour, guests learn about the dramatic love story of Godfrey and Julia Barnsley.
This interactive walking tour experience meets at the Inn Lobby before progressing to the Manor House Ruins & Museum.
$85 per adult
Prices exclude tax and 20% service charge.
Guests 21 and over only.
Valentine's Specials at Jules
5 - 10 p.m. | February 13 | Jules
Delight in a special Valentine’s weekend menu created by Jules Executive Chef Shaun Doty, incorporating selections from Atlanta-based Xocoatl Chocolate company.
For reservations, please call 770.773.7480 ext. 1.
Guests 21 and over only.
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Valentine’s Weekend
February 13 - 15, 2026
Valentine's Weekend
Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend at Barnsley Resort with romantic moments designed to savor together. Indulge in the Valentine’s Day Menu at Jules, delight in the Xocolatl Chocolate and Amaro Tasting, enjoy Wine, Cheese & Love Stories and more—each experience crafted to make the weekend unforgettable.
For a complete weekend experience, reserve a well-designed cottage suite with wood-burning fireplace paired with spa treatments and outdoor diversions including golf, horseback riding, pickleball and more. Please reserve online or call 770.773.7480 ext. 1 to speak with our reservations team.
Featured Valentine's Weekend Events
Couples Mahjong
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | February 14 | Birch Cottage
Enjoy a fun and social mahjong experience designed for couples, perfect for all skill levels looking to learn and play together.
$65 per adult
Prices exclude tax and 20% service charge.
Xocolatl Chocolate & Wine
1:30 - 3 p.m. | February 14 | Jules
Sample and savor a tasting of featured selections from Atlanta’s bean-to-bar craft chocolate company, Xocolatl. Founders Elaine Read + Matt Weyandt share stories of how their adventures in Costa Rica inspired them to craft a newfound profession as small batch chocolatiers. Chocolates will be accompanied by a tasting of Italian amaros paired by Jules Executive Chef Shaun Doty.
$75 per adult
Prices exclude tax and 20% service charge.
Guests 21 and over only.
Valentine's Menu at Jules
5 - 10 p.m. | February 14 | Jules
Delight in a special Valentine’s weekend menu created by Jules Executive Chef Shaun Doty, incorporating selections from Atlanta-based Xocoatl Chocolate company. Share the love of a four-course menu with the option of wine pairings carefully selected by our experts.
$180 | Four-Course Tasting Menu
$240 | Four-Course Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings
Prices exclude tax and 20% service charge.
Guests 21 and over only.
Additional Happenings This Weekend
Guided Hike to the Overlook
11 a.m. | February 14 | Meet at the Outpost
Enjoy your day with an invigorating hike up to the scenic Overlook, offering views of the resort and surrounding hills of Northwest Georgia. This hike is brisk but moderately challenging with a short, but steep incline to reach the Overlook.
Birds of Prey Demonstration
3 p.m. | February 14
Reconnect with wildlife and learn about the birds of prey found in North Georgia. View multiple species of owls and a red-tailed hawk, all presented safely and informatively by the experts from Blue Ridge Raptors. Each participant receives a Sibley’s Guide to Raptors of Eastern North America.
$18 per person
Price excludes tax and 20% service charge
Feeding at The Farm
9 a.m. | February 15 | Barnsley Farm
Feed our menagerie of farm animals during this family friendly activity. Goats and miniature horses enjoy meeting resort guests during this event.
Doubles Pickleball Tournament
2 p.m. | February 15 | Pickleball Courts
Grab a partner and join us for a fun-filled Doubles Pickleball Tournament! Enjoy friendly matches, sharpen your skills and make lasting memories on the court.
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