A state park with a 1792 log fort eight minutes away. The University of Georgia in 25. Chateau Elan in 20. Barrow County Airport sits at the intersection of northeast Georgia's history, education, and resort corridors.
Fort Yargo · UGA Athens · Chateau Elan · Bear Creek Reservoir · All under 25 min from WDR
210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680
A 1,816-acre state park centered on a 260-acre lake, with 20 miles of trails including a 10-mile mountain biking loop and the Lakeside Trail circling the water. The park’s namesake is a 1792 log fort built by settlers for protection against Creek and Cherokee attacks — one of the oldest standing structures in northeast Georgia. The lake offers fishing, swimming at a sandy beach, and non-motorized boating. Cottages and yurts are available for overnight stays.
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Eight minutes from the Romanair FBO. Your chauffeur can include a scenic drive through the park or a lakeside stop en route to your destination.
Athens, GA 30602
The flagship university of the State of Georgia, chartered in 1785 — the oldest state-chartered university in the United States. The 767-acre campus sits in downtown Athens and is home to over 40,000 students. Sanford Stadium, with a capacity of 92,746, hosts Georgia Bulldogs football in one of the most atmospheric settings in college sports. The Georgia Museum of Art, State Botanical Garden, and the Founders Memorial Garden are all on campus.
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Game-day arrivals at WDR avoid Athens traffic entirely. Your chauffeur knows the Sanford Stadium approaches and can position for post-game departure efficiently.
100 Rue Charlemagne, Braselton, GA 30517
A 3,500-acre European-style estate in Braselton encompassing a working winery with daily tastings, a full-service spa, seven restaurants, and 45 holes of championship golf. The resort’s proximity to WDR makes it a natural destination for guests arriving by private aircraft. Wine tastings, spa appointments, and tee times can be coordinated before your arrival.
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Twenty minutes from the Romanair FBO. Your chauffeur can coordinate tasting reservations and restaurant bookings at the resort before you land.
Bear Creek Rd, Winder, GA 30680
A 505-acre reservoir operated by Barrow County, offering fishing, non-motorized boating, and shoreline access. The reservoir sits in a quiet corridor south of Winder, surrounded by mixed hardwood forest. Largemouth bass, crappie, and bream draw local anglers. A 2.5-mile walking trail follows a portion of the shoreline.
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A peaceful detour between the airport and downtown Winder. Your chauffeur can include a drive along the reservoir en route.
Downtown Winder, GA 30680
Winder’s downtown centers on a classic Georgia town square with the Barrow County courthouse at its core. The Winder Railroad Depot, built in the early 1900s, anchors the southern edge of the district. Local shops, restaurants, and a growing arts scene line Broad Street and the surrounding blocks. The Barrow County Museum, housed in a historic jail, preserves local artifacts and rotating exhibitions.
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Your chauffeur can include a brief stop in downtown Winder en route to Athens, Chateau Elan, or Atlanta.
A private golf community in Statham with a Jack Nicklaus Signature course. Guest access may be arranged through the resort program. Twelve minutes from WDR.
Emerging luxury residential and retail communities along the I-85 corridor. Boutique shopping, new restaurants, and proximity to both Chateau Elan and Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. Ten to 15 minutes from the airport.
One of North America’s premier road racing circuits in Braselton. Home of Petit Le Mans. Thirty minutes from WDR via I-85.
225-acre nature preserve in Athens with four miles of trails, a live animal exhibit hall, and environmental education programs. Twenty-five minutes from WDR.
Fort Yargo, UGA, Chateau Elan, or a full-day itinerary. Your chauffeur coordinates timing and routing so you arrive without navigating an unfamiliar region.
From $175 per transfer · From $175/hr for multi-stop itineraries · No surge pricing
Fort Yargo State Park is four miles from Barrow County Airport, an eight-minute drive. The 1,816-acre park offers a 260-acre lake, 20 miles of trails, and a 1792 log fort. Your chauffeur can include a scenic drive through the park or a lakeside stop.
Yes. Barrow County Airport is 25 minutes from Sanford Stadium in Athens. Arriving at WDR avoids the significant game-day traffic that builds in and around Athens. Your chauffeur knows the stadium approaches and can position for efficient post-game departure.
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort in Braselton is approximately 15 miles from Barrow County Airport, a 20-minute transfer. The resort’s 3,500-acre property offers winery tastings, spa services, golf, and multiple restaurants. Your chauffeur can coordinate reservations before your arrival.
Yes. Bear Creek Reservoir is a 505-acre county-operated lake open for fishing, non-motorized boating, and shoreline walking. It is 10 minutes from the Romanair FBO and surrounded by quiet hardwood forest — a peaceful stop between the airport and town.
Yes. Your Sprinter and chauffeur are available by the hour from $175/hr. A typical itinerary might include Fort Yargo in the morning, lunch in downtown Winder, a wine tasting at Chateau Elan in the afternoon, and dinner in Athens before returning to the airport. Your chauffeur will coordinate timing and routing throughout the day.