Conferences & Meetings | Apple Mountain Resort & Golf Club

40,000 SF

Event Space

300

Max Reception

96

On-Site Rooms

6+

Configurable Spaces

Why Apple Mountain

Your Conference Runs Better Here

Running a conference at a resort instead of a convention center changes how people show up. Attendees stick around between sessions. They network at the pool. They keep talking over dinner. The content lands differently when people are relaxed and present instead of watching the clock so they can fight traffic home.

We have 40,000 square feet of configurable space. That's more than Brasstown Valley and more than double Barnsley Resort. Wi-Fi runs across the full property. A dedicated banquet kitchen means your catering isn't coming from some off-site vendor reheating trays in a van. And because all 96 rooms are on property, your attendees sleep where they meet. No morning commute. No late arrivals. No half-empty afternoon sessions.

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Large meeting room configured for a conference presentation at Apple Mountain

The Space

40,000 SF. Configure It However You Need.

The main event hall handles up to 300 standing or 250 theatre-style. Dividable walls let you create multiple breakout rooms from a single ballroom. Need a 200-person general session in the morning and four 50-person workshops in the afternoon? Same space, reconfigured during lunch.

Ground-level access makes load-in simple for equipment and staging. No freight elevators, no loading dock bottlenecks. Drive up and start setting up.

Dividable ballroom
Multiple breakout rooms
Ground-level load-in access
Natural light throughout

Plan Your Conference

Apple Mountain Resort lodge buildings with mountain views

On-Site Lodging

96 Rooms. Everyone Stays Together.

No split room blocks across three hotels. No attendees showing up late because they're driving from 20 minutes away. No one ducking out after the afternoon session because they need to check into a different property. Everyone sleeps and meets in the same place.

Every room is a two-bedroom suite. That means your attendees get real space, not a cramped hotel room with a desk shoved against the wall. Full kitchen, living area, and room to spread out and work between sessions. Group rates available with room block.

Two-bedroom suites
Full kitchens
Group room rates
Steps from the venue

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Apple Mountain Resort clubhouse and pool area for conference attendees

Between Sessions

What Your Attendees Do When They're Not in Meetings

This is the difference between a resort conference and a convention center. When the afternoon session ends, your attendees aren't stuck in a hotel hallway or fighting traffic back to their rooms. They're playing 18 holes. They're at the pool or hiking a trail 20 minutes away. They're networking over dinner at the clubhouse instead of scattering across town.

That's when the real conversations happen. The deals get made at the fire pit, not during the PowerPoint. The team bonds over a round of golf, not during the icebreaker exercise.

18-hole golf
Pool and hot tub
Hiking and waterfalls nearby
Wine tasting within 30 min
Tennis and fitness center
Evening bonfires and stargazing

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Room Configurations

Capacity by Setup

Every room is configurable. Tell us the format and headcount and we'll recommend the best layout.

Room	Sq Ft	Theatre	Classroom	Banquet	Reception	Boardroom	U-Shape
Grand Ballroom (full)	8,000	250	150	200	300	—	—
Ballroom A	4,000	120	75	100	150	—	40
Ballroom B	4,000	120	75	100	150	—	40
Mountain View Room	1,800	60	40	48	70	24	22
Executive Boardroom	600	—	—	—	—	18	14
Breakout Room 1	500	30	20	—	35	14	12
Breakout Room 2	500	30	20	—	35	14	12
Outdoor Pavilion	3,000	150	—	120	200	—	—

Ballroom A and B can be combined into the Grand Ballroom. All capacities are approximate and depend on AV setup, staging, and accessibility requirements.

Technology

AV & Technology That Actually Works

Most venues say "state-of-the-art AV" and hand you a remote for a ceiling projector from 2014. Here's what we actually have.

Property-Wide Wi-Fi

High-speed internet across all meeting rooms, suites, and common areas. Dedicated event network available for large groups requiring bandwidth guarantees.

Projection & Displays

Built-in projection systems in all main meeting rooms. Large format screens available for breakout sessions. Rear-screen projection setup for main stage presentations.

Sound & Microphones

Built-in ceiling speakers in main rooms. Wireless handheld and lavalier microphones. Podium with integrated mic. Portable PA systems for outdoor events.

Hybrid Meeting Ready

Video conferencing capability in main rooms and boardroom. Camera, screen sharing, and remote participant display for hybrid events with virtual attendees.

Lighting Controls

Dimmable lighting in all meeting spaces. Stage lighting options for main presentations. Blackout capability for video presentations and film screenings.

Power & Connectivity

Floor box power access throughout main rooms. Dedicated circuits for heavy equipment. Ethernet drops available in all meeting spaces for hardwired connections.

Catering

On-Site Kitchen. Real Food. No Excuses.

Our dedicated banquet kitchen is in the building, not across town. Food comes out hot. Coffee stays fresh. Breaks happen on your schedule, not whenever the caterer shows up.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Plated, buffet, or stations. Southern comfort to upscale plated. Dietary accommodations handled. Boxed lunches for working sessions or off-site excursions.

Breaks & Beverages

AM and PM break service with fresh snacks and pastries. All-day coffee and tea stations. Afternoon pick-me-up options. Custom themed breaks available.

Evening & Social

Cocktail receptions with passed appetizers. Outdoor BBQ on the terrace. Seated group dinners. Beer and wine packages. Full bar through our BYOB program. S'mores at the fire pit.

Packages

Conference Packages

Every package is customized to your group size, format, and needs. Here's what we build from.

Day Meeting

Half-day or full-day, no overnight

Includes

Meeting room rental
Standard AV setup (projector, screen, mic)
Wi-Fi access
AM and PM break service
Lunch (buffet or boxed)
Dedicated event contact

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What a 2-Day Conference Looks Like Here

This is a sample. Every conference is fully customized to your agenda, group size, and goals.

Day 1

2:00 PM

Attendee check-in. Suites available, welcome packets in rooms.

4:00 PM

Optional activity: golf, pool, or guided property tour.

6:00 PM

Welcome reception on the terrace. Passed appetizers and cocktails.

7:30 PM

Group dinner in the ballroom. Opening remarks from leadership.

9:00 PM

Evening networking. Fire pit, drinks, mountain air.

Day 2

7:30 AM

Breakfast buffet. Coffee and tea stations open all day.

8:30 AM

General session in the Grand Ballroom. Keynote presentation.

10:00 AM

AM break. Snacks and coffee refresh.

10:30 AM

Breakout sessions in separate rooms. 3-4 tracks running simultaneously.

12:00 PM

Lunch. Buffet or plated in the dining room.

1:00 PM

Afternoon workshops or team building activity.

3:00 PM

Closing session. Recap and action items.

4:00 PM

Check-out or extend your stay. Play a round, explore Clarkesville.

Location

90 Minutes from Atlanta. A Different World When You Get Here.

Apple Mountain Resort is in Clarkesville, Georgia, in the Blue Ridge foothills. Under 2 hours from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world's busiest airport. Direct flights from almost anywhere. Your attendees fly into Atlanta and they're at the resort before dinner.

On-site parking is free and plentiful. We coordinate group transportation from the airport for larger events. We can arrange charter buses, shuttle vans, or private car services. If you have executives flying private, Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport in Gainesville is 40 minutes away.

The Property

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Conference room configured for a meeting

Get Started

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Tell us about your event and we'll put together a custom proposal within 48 hours.

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FAQ

Common Questions

What's the largest group you can accommodate?

300 for a standing reception, 250 theatre-style, 200 seated banquet. With 96 on-site rooms, groups up to about 180 attendees can all stay on property. For larger groups, we coordinate overflow with nearby accommodations.

Is the meeting room rental included with a room block?

Depends on the room block size and event scope. For multi-day conferences with a significant room block, meeting space is typically included. We'll lay this out clearly in your proposal so there are no surprises.

Can we do a site visit before booking?

Absolutely. We encourage it. Come see the meeting spaces, walk the property, check out a suite, and have lunch. We'll walk you through everything and answer every question on-site. Virtual tours also available if you can't make it in person.

Do you provide AV equipment or do we need to bring our own?

Standard AV (projector, screen, microphones, sound system, Wi-Fi) is included in all packages. For advanced setups like multi-camera livestreaming, LED walls, or complex staging, we work with a preferred AV partner who knows the rooms inside and out.

What about dietary restrictions and food allergies?

Our kitchen handles vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, kosher, and halal requests. Just include dietary needs in your event details and we'll build the menu around them. No one gets a sad plate.

How far is it from the Atlanta airport?

About 90 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL). We can coordinate group shuttle service or recommend car services. Free on-site parking for anyone driving. Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport in Gainesville is about 40 minutes away for private flights.

What's the cancellation policy?

Cancellation terms are detailed in your event contract. We work to be flexible and fair. Most events require a deposit to hold the date with a sliding scale of refundability based on timing. We'll walk through all of this during the proposal phase.

Is there a dedicated event coordinator?

Yes. Every conference gets a dedicated coordinator who handles room setup, catering timing, AV coordination, and day-of logistics. They know the property and the vendors. On event day, they run the behind-the-scenes stuff so you're not the one chasing down the AV guy.

286 Acres of Focus. 40,000 SF of Flexibility.