Open since 1952, Callaway Resort & Gardens is nestled in the southernmost foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Founders Cason and Virginia Callaway longed for a place where man and nature could connect to the benefit of both. More than seven decades later, their woodland garden retreat continues to offer solace, inspiration, and discovery for all who visit.
Discovering the plum leaf azalea is rare and native to the west Georgia woods, Callaway Gardens grew from a desire to create and preserve a woodland garden with no equal.
The Story
Working side by side, Cason and Virginia Callaway built a garden which they hoped would bring man and nature together in a way which benefited both.
The CallawaysDuring a period when many people were moving from the country to the city, Cason and Virginia Callaway chose to move from the city to the country. More than 70 years later, Callaway Resort & Gardens is a monument to their unforgettable presence in Georgia.
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