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Vintage Chateau Elan resort headed for $20M makeover
New owners say ‘Not too many areas we’re not going to touch’ to revamp site
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Keith Manning, vice president of asset management with Wheelock Street Capital of Greenwich, Conn., will lead the new owners through renovations of the Chateau Elan resort hotel. Wheelock is planning to pump $20 million into the property, including improvements to common areas, such as the large atrium, and to the L’Auberge Lounge, a sports-bar atmosphere with large screen TVs and pool tables. - photo by Scott Rogers
Uncorked in 1985, Chateau Elan winery began its journey from a remote spot off Interstate 85 to a sprawling North Georgia resort. More than just grapes, it has lush hotel rooms, fining dining, golf and spas. But the upscale destination is due for a makeover, said Keith Manning, vice president of asset management with new owner Wheelock Street Capital of Greenwich, Conn.