Watermelon Creek Vineyard

About Watermelon Creek Vineyard

Here you will find much History and Heritage throughout the nine generations that have occupied this land.

What is Home today at Watermelon Creek Vineyard, began on the banks of Watermelon Creek in 1820. It was then that three members of the Padgett family settled and began a legacy that forged its influence on agriculture, business, and spiritual life in Tattnall County for over 150 years. Once the site of a sawmill, grist mill, turpentine still, barrel making, general store, post office, and the Padgett home place, Watermelon Creek Vineyard now flourishes as a testimony to the love, labor, and devotion that the Padgett family dedicated to this area.

The proprietors, Charles and Deborah Tillman, and family restored and occupy the original home. In 2012, Watermelon Creek Vineyard was born as a destination venue and full service Georgia farm winery with Tasting Room and Vineyard Store. The fifteen-acre site includes The Barn Yard, The Pond, The Mill House, The Vineyard, Watermelon Creek nature area, and the Winery Complex.