This Old-Time General Store Is Home To The One Of The Best Bakeries In Georgia
It’s a sad truth of modern day society that general stores are not as common as they once were. Big corporations seem to be taking over just about everything, and the advance of fast shipping makes internet shopping all-too-convenient and appealing. But that doesn’t mean we don’t still have some great general stores in Georgia! One of our favorites is the delightfully nostalgic Betty’s Country Store in the little mountain town of Helen. This place feels like a step back in time to simpler days, and one of the very best things about the store is that you can also get delicious baked goods at the bakery.
Betty's Country Store is located just past the main area of downtown Helen. This is such a charming little town with plenty of attractions, including lots of locally-owned businesses like this one.
Walk inside and you'll feel like you've entered a time machine. This place feels just like the old general stores that seem to be going extinct nowadays.
In addition to all the Georgia-made products, there's also a section with imported foods from Germany. This is fitting, considering that Helen is designed to look like a Bavarian village and has the largest Oktoberfest in Georgia.
Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. Practically all of her free time is spent trapping and fixing stray cats. She also likes reading, playing Pokemon Go, and going to concerts. Her dog Cece is the best dog in the whole world. You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
