From Granite to Greatness: How Granite House Lofts is Reimagining Stone Mountain

Our latest episode of Discover DeKalb Talks Tourism takes us to the heart of Stone Mountain, where history, creativity, and community come together under one beautifully restored roof. We sat down with Shani and Jelani Linder, the passionate owners of Granite House Lofts, to explore how they transformed a historic granite building into one of the area’s most charming and unique lodging experiences.

From their personal journeys to the hands-on renovation process, this conversation is packed with heart, vision, and a deep love for DeKalb County.

A Historic Space Reimagined

Shani and Jelani share how they discovered the century-old granite structure and instantly saw its potential. Rather than letting the building fade with time, they took on a major restoration—preserving historic character while adding the modern comfort and style today’s travelers crave.

The result? Granite House Lofts: a warm, inviting space that reflects Stone Mountain’s past while inspiring its future.

Meet the Owners: Passion Behind the Project

In the episode, the Linders open up about:

-Their personal backgrounds and what drew them to hospitality
-The vision behind creating a lodging experience rooted in local culture
-The challenges and triumphs of renovating a historic building
-Their hopes for future growth in Stone Mountain village

Their story is a reminder of how small businesses shape the identity of our communities—and how destination development starts with passionate people.