Woodlands

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Southern Table Worth Lingering At

Woodlands is the anchor dining room of Barnsley Resort, a sprawling retreat set in the North Georgia countryside outside Rome. The restaurant earns its place as an essential part of every stay at the resort — a space where the rhythms of Southern American cuisine and genuine hospitality set the pace from morning through evening.

The philosophy behind the table is straightforward and rooted in place. As the resort puts it, slowing down and savoring life is a staple of Southern culture — it inspires the cuisine and the approach to hospitality. That sensibility shows up in everything from a hearty breakfast served as fog lifts over the golf course to a decadent dinner of fresh takes on Southern favorites.

From the Farm to the Glass

Wine is taken seriously at Woodlands. The restaurant holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, a recognition that reflects the care put into an extensive wine list built to complement the kitchen's Southern American cooking. Wine pairing is woven naturally into the dining experience here, whether guests are settling in for a long dinner or joining the resort's evening bourbon tradition — itself a small ritual designed to encourage presence and appreciation.

The Full Woodlands Experience

Lunch and dinner anchor the day, with outdoor seating available for those who want to take in the resort grounds. Woodlands also houses Dugan's Pub, a spirited gathering place within the same building where handcrafted cocktails meet classic bar fare in a warm, welcoming setting — a natural extension of the same Southern hospitality that defines the main dining room.

The broader resort dining scene includes a biergarten and the farmhouse-set Jules, but Woodlands remains the heart of it all: a place to gather around the table, follow your tastebuds, and share in what the region does best.