Unbelievable Deals! Stratford Motor Inn - Your East Ellijay Escape!
Unbelievable Deals! Stratford Motor Inn - Your East Ellijay Escape!
Unbelievable Deals! Stratford Motor Inn - Your East Ellijay Escape! - A Review That's Messy, Real, and (Hopefully) Helpful!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I'm about to dive headfirst into my experience at the Stratford Motor Inn, the self-proclaimed "East Ellijay Escape." And let me tell you, "escape" is a loaded word when it comes to any hotel. Let's face it, sometimes escapes are great, and sometimes they're… well, let's just say they happen.
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Let's Get This Show on the Road (Before I Forget Everything!)
First things first: Accessibility. Right, gotta get this out of the way, because I'm supposed to… The website claims wheelchair accessibility. Okay, okay, let's be real. "Claims." I'm not in a wheelchair, so I couldn't fully assess this, but the general impression? It looks like they've got ramps and elevators, but honestly, I'd want a thorough inspection from someone in the know. The lobby…well, it wasn't designed by anyone with a strong grasp of the Americans with Disabilities Act, let's put it that way. Still, the elevators are there so you're at least getting somewhere.
On-site accessible restaurants / lounges: HA! Well, there is a restaurant. (More on that later.) Lounge? I saw some chairs near the pool. Did they intend it to be a lounge? Maybe.
Wheelchair accessible: See above. I wouldn't bet my life on it. Double-check the details!
Internet, Internet, Internet (and Wi-Fi, Oh My!)
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!: YES! Finally, a clear win. And it actually worked. Speed wasn't blazing fast, but I could browse the net and do my thing. No LAN cables needed, thank goodness (though… Internet [LAN] is listed, so theoretically maybe? Doubt it, though.)
Internet services: None seen.
Wi-Fi in public areas: Yes! Pretty much the same speed as in the room.
Stuff to Do (or Not Do)
This is the "escape" part, right? Ellijay is the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by beautiful landscape, which is a blessing. Now, the things to do at the hotel itself? Uh… let's just say the emphasis in on relaxing, or at least, attempting to do so.
- Pool with view: The pool was alright. The view? Well, it overlooked the parking lot. So, you know, adjust your expectations.
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: Yep, that's what it was.
- Gym/fitness: There was a sad little "fitness center." I’d call it a closet with some ancient equipment. I'm talking stuff that looked like it was from the Flintstones. I walked in, took one look, and walked right back out. I'd say "don't go," but, well, you'll see what I mean later…
- Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom – These were conspicuously missing. The spa treatments certainly were. I think they used to have a massage service, but I doubt it now.
- Massage: Nope, don't think that's around anymore.
- Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath: Are you kidding? This is Ellijay, not the Ritz!
Cleanliness and Safety (The "Is This a Safe Place to Sleep?" Section)
Oh boy. This is where things get…interesting. Anti-viral cleaning products were promised. I…well, I didn’t see anyone spraying anything. Let's just say, the place looked clean-ish, though a few of the corners definitely had a "lived-in" feel (and by "lived-in," I mean "possibly never touched by a cleaning product").
Breakfast in room: Nope.
Breakfast takeaway service: Nope.
Cashless payment service: Seemed to be.
Daily disinfection in common areas: I saw no evidence, no.
Doctor/nurse on call: I hope not. I'm sure they're reliable, but I didn't want to find out.
First aid kit: Probably.
Hand sanitizer: A few dispensers, but not everywhere.
Hot water linen and laundry washing: I'm assuming so?
Hygiene certification: Doubtful, but I didn't see a health inspector either.
Individually-wrapped food options: (See breakfast review) They are.
Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: Pretty hard to enforce in the breakfast area.
Professional-grade sanitizing services: Doubtful.
Room sanitization opt-out available: Doubtful.
Rooms sanitized between stays: I'm sure of it.
Safe dining setup: (See breakfast review), I had some doubts.
Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: (See breakfast review)
Shared stationery removed: They had no stationery.
Staff trained in safety protocol: They said they were.
Sterilizing equipment: Maybe?
Rooms (The "Where You Sleep" Experience)
Okay, let's talk about the room. It was…a room. Functionally adequate, but nothing to write home about. It felt clean-ish but it all just screamed "basic."
- Air conditioning: Worked! Praise the Lord!
- Alarm clock: Yes, but it was one of those ancient ones that I didn't know how to set.
- Bathrobes: Nope.
- Bathroom phone: I hope not.
- Bathtub: Yep, in my room, it was there.
- Blackout curtains: Yes. Essential. My room was street-facing.
- Carpeting: Yes, and it looked like it had been through a war.
- Closet: Yes.
- Coffee/tea maker: Yes, and I used it religiously.
- Complimentary tea: Yes.
- Daily housekeeping: Yes.
- Desk: Yes.
- Extra long bed: No.
- Free bottled water: Nope.
- Hair dryer: Yes.
- High floor: No; I was on the first floor.
- In-room safe box: Yes.
- Interconnecting room(s) available: Maybe, but I didn’t see any connecting doors.
- Internet access – LAN: Nope.
- Internet access – wireless: Yes, and it worked.
- Ironing facilities: Yes.
- Laptop workspace: Yes.
- Linens: They were clean, but a little thin.
- Mini bar: Nope.
- Mirror: Yes.
- Non-smoking: Thank God, yes.
- On-demand movies: No.
- Private bathroom: Yes.
- Reading light: Yes.
- Refrigerator: Yes, but it felt suspiciously warmish.
- Safety/security feature: Basic. Always lock your door.
- Satellite/cable channels: Yes and it was pretty limited.
- Scale: Nope.
- Seating area: Yes, a basic chair.
- Separate shower/bathtub: Yes.
- Shower: Worked.
- Slippers: Nope.
- Smoke detector: Probably.
- Socket near the bed: Yes! Yay!
- Sofa: Nope.
- Soundproofing: Adequate.
- Telephone: Yes.
- Toiletries: They were cheap and basic.
- Towels: They were clean.
- Umbrella: Nope.
- Visual alarm: Don’t remember.
- Wake-up service: Probably, if you asked.
- Wi-Fi [free]: Yes.
- Window that opens: Yes!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking (The "Fueling the Escape" Segment)
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this ain't your Grandma's perfectly-manicured travel itinerary. This is Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay: The Unvarnished Truth. (Probably with some questionable bathroom tile thrown in for good measure.)
Day 1: The Arrival & The "Wait, Where Am I Again?" Feeling
Afternoon (Let's say 2 PM, though who's really counting?)
- Arrive at the Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay. Okay, first impressions… it's… quaint. You know, like a Norman Rockwell painting if Norman Rockwell had a slight budget crisis in the late 70s. The sign? Charmingly faded. The parking lot? Well, it's there. And hey, at least the air conditioning probably works, right? Right?
- Anecdote Alert: I swear, the woman at the front desk had the same haircut as my Aunt Mildred, bless her heart. And a smile that could either mean "Welcome!" or "Honey, you're about to experience some true Southern hospitality… and maybe a leaky faucet."
- Imperfection Observation: The key… well, let's just say I'm pretty sure I found a dust bunny clinging to it. Also, the door jammed a bit. Nothing a good shouldering couldn't solve. I bet the lock's only been replaced… oh, 1987 maybe?
Late Afternoon/Early Evening (Roughly 4:30 PM…ish):
- Room exploration! (Praying for no bedbugs). Honestly, the room wasn't AS bad as I imagined. There's a faint smell of… something. Maybe disinfectant? Maybe a previous occupant's attempt at cooking a microwave meal? Hard to tell.
- Quirky Observation: I swear I saw a framed photo of a generic landscape in the bathroom. Are generic landscapes a thing here? Is this some kind of inside joke I’m not privy to? Does it mean something? I'm deeply intrigued.
- Emotional Reaction: Okay, I'm slightly overwhelmed. I have a sudden urge to buy snacks. All the snacks. And maybe a bottle of wine. (This might be a survival trip, not a vacation.)
Evening (Around 7 PM… or whenever hunger strikes):
- Dinner at "The Rusty Nail" (or whatever the local diner is called). Google Maps is my friend here. Prepare for… well, expect the unexpected.
- Messy Structure: I'm going to be honest. I might get lost. I get lost in my own kitchen. Ellijay is a whole new level of uncharted territory.
- Anecdote Anticipation: Depending on the food and the company, this could either be the best or worst experience of my life. I'm willing to take the risk.
- Opinionated Note: Okay, the diner better have a decent coffee. Coffee is a non-negotiable.
Day 2: Mountain Majesty & a Possible Existential Crisis
Morning (Rise and… well, hopefully, shine. 8 AM? Maybe?):
- Breakfast. (Again, assuming The Rusty Nail doesn't disappoint. Or I might just raid the vending machine downstairs. Coffee is still critical.) Quick breakfast, get going!
- Imperfection Reminder: Pack water. Seriously you will regret you won't.
- Head to some mountain destination.
- Rambling Time: Okay, mountains. My brain is already conjuring images of majestic peaks, crisp air, and breathtaking vistas. I hope it's as dreamy as it sounds.
- Emotional Reaction: I'm actually feeling a sense of… anticipation? Dare I say, excitement? Maybe this trip won't totally suck.
Mid-Day:
- DOUBLING DOWN ON AN EXPERIENCE: Okay, I want to spend a good chunk of time just… walking. Probably on a trail, but I'm sure there is one, since this is the mountains. Nature is awesome. Being in nature is awesome. I'm going to breathe, smell, feel the breeze. I wanna spend a long time just noticing things. I wanna pick some wildflowers or something!
- Emotional Fluctuation: I'm hoping that this experience will have a cathartic effect. Maybe I'll feel at peace. Maybe I'll have a sudden realization about the meaning of life. Or, you know, maybe I'll just trip on a root and eat dirt. It's all about the journey, right?
- Quirky Thought: Do bears like wildflowers? Should I be worried about bears?
- Opinionated Note I'm taking my camera. I don't care if all the photos turn out blurry.
Afternoon/Evening:
- Back to town.
- Dinner. This time, I'm going to try to explore a place that's not "Rusty Nail". Local food is good.
- Rambling Thought: Could I become a mountain person? Could I leave it all behind and just… live in a cabin and eat berries? Probably not. I'm a city slicker at heart. But the thought is… alluring.
- Emotional Reaction: This could be really nice. This could also be a total disaster. Right now, I'm taking a risk.
Day 3: Farewell (or, "Thank God It's Over") & The Drive Home
Morning (Whenever I actually drag myself out of bed):
- Final breakfast. One last chance to judge the coffee.
- Pack. Attempt to organize things. Probably fail.
- Check-out. Hopefully, I haven’t accidentally stolen anything.
- Messy Structure: The whole process, from packing to checking out, is usually a flurry of frantic activity and last-minute scrambling. So, yeah, expect chaos.
Mid-Day:
- Drive home. Reflect on the trip.
- Emotional Reaction: I'm expecting to be tired, possibly sunburned, and probably slightly grumpy for about three hours.
- Anecdote Anticipation: I'll definitely have at least one epic story to tell. Maybe about the eccentric woman at the front desk. Or the questionable bathroom tile. Or, hopefully, the wildflowers. I'm willing to be judged by the people I tell about this, or to tell you, whoever you may be.
- Opinionated Comment: Honestly, sometimes the "worst" trips are the ones you remember the most. Stay open to the good.
And there you have it! The brutally honest, possibly rambling, definitely imperfect itinerary for my adventure in Ellijay. This is not an itinerary for experts. Wish me luck!
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So, is this Stratford Motor Inn really in East Ellijay? Like, *actually* East?
Alright, alright, geography nerds, settle down. Yes, it's in East Ellijay. Don't expect the bright lights and bustling energy of, like, *checks map*… well, any big city. Think more… charmingly rural. Think friendly folks. Think… you KNOW… *peace*. I drove past a herd of deer on my way there last time. They were majestic, you know? Just casually munching. Anyway, yes, East Ellijay. Don't get lost. GPS is your friend. Unless, like me, you just prefer the scenic route. Which sometimes involves… let's just say, extra "exploration." Okay, maybe I *did* get lost once. But hey, found a killer diner! That counts, right?
What's the deal with the "Unbelievable Deals"? What's the catch? Is it… haunted?
Okay, let's address the elephant in the room: "Unbelievable Deals." Look, nobody's trying to sell you a bridge here. The prices are genuinely good. Think… more money for moonshine and maybe a really, *really* good fishing rod. The catch? Well… it's not the Ritz. Let's just put it that way. It's got character. Plenty of it. The character of… well, of having been around for a while. Is it haunted? I have *no* idea. But if I saw a ghost, I'd probably just offer it a beer. Seems like the friendly thing to do. I've certainly encountered *characters* there, but none of the spectral variety. Although, a late-night lobby conversation with a trucker named "Big Earl" felt a little otherworldly, if I'm honest.
Are the rooms clean? Like, *really* clean? Or "Clean"?
Okay, let's be honest. This isn't a spa. I’d grade it… "comfortably clean." Let’s just say, the cleaning crew, bless their hearts, aren't robots. They're human beings probably doing their best! There’s a certain… patina of experience. Expect clean sheets. And if you happen to find a rogue dust bunny? Well, it’s a conversation starter, isn’t it? I once stayed in a room where, I swear, there was a faint aroma of… well, let's just say, "yesterday's pancakes." It added *character*. You know? I chose to interpret it as a sign of, you know, *life*. And trust me, I'm a neat freak at *heart*. (My desk is a testament to the chaotic beauty of "organized" clutter.) But honestly? It's a motor inn. You're there to explore the great outdoors, not live in a sterile bubble. Pack some sanitizing wipes if it eases your mind. But honestly? Embrace the imperfect! That's where the real magic happens. I really dig it. You know?
Amenities? What even *are* the amenities?
Okay, picture this: Basic. Functional. Possibly a touch… retro. Expect a TV. Probably working. Maybe a mini-fridge. Sometimes the internet works. Sometimes it doesn’t. Embrace the disconnection, people! Seriously. Put down the phone. Look out the window! There might even be a pool. It’s probably not Olympic-sized. Let's be real. But you know what? On a hot day, a pool is a pool. And it's probably within walking distance of a *really* good ice cream parlor. I remember one time, the internet was down. Chaos! I thought. However. The chaos subsided. I went for a walk. Met a nice lady who had the most darling poodle named "Princess" and she was telling me about the local flea market. It was a good time. Remember, amenities are not the *point*. It's about the *experience*.
What's the best thing about the Stratford Motor Inn?
Okay, here’s the real talk. The best thing? It’s an *escape*. It's a little hideaway. It's a place where you can actually *relax*. Now, I'm a city girl at heart. Born and raised. But something about being at the Stratford, surrounded by the mountains and all, feels… different. It feels… restorative. Quiet. Peaceful. Last time I stayed there, I spent an entire afternoon sitting on the little patio outside my room, just watching the birds. Listening to the wind rustle through the trees. And I realized… I hadn't felt that calm in, like, a decade. It's the price, sure. But honestly? It’s the *vibe*. It's that feeling of being a million miles away from the everyday grind. Pure, unadulterated… *escape*. And hey, maybe you'll find a local watering hole with a jukebox. Maybe you'll make a friend. Maybe you'll just sit there and stare at the stars. Whatever you do, you'll probably have a story to tell. And isn't that what life is all about?
Okay, but what if something *goes wrong*? What if the AC is busted? What if the coffee maker explodes? (Dramatic!)
Right, reality check. This isn't a luxury resort. Things happen. I once stayed there during a particularly nasty thunderstorm. The power flickered. The AC sputtered and died. And, yes, the coffee maker, bless its little plastic heart, gave up the ghost. What did I do? I embraced the chaos! I went to the front desk. The incredibly kind lady there, looked slightly frazzled, bless *her* heart. They switched me to another room. And then, she *gave* me a free cup of coffee (from the lobby, so, you know… *cautious sip*). And honestly? It was part of the fun. It's a small place. The people are friendly. They *try*. And if the AC goes out? Open a window! Embrace the breeze! (And maybe invest in a travel-sized fan. Just in case.) My advice? Be patient. Be understanding. Laugh a little. It's all part of the adventure. And hey, if all else fails? There's probably a gas station down the road with some pretty decent snacks. (And possibly, more coffee!).
Is the Stratford Motor Inn right for *me*?
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