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Winery Tour

Our Winery based tours cover the region just to the east of Skyline Drive, between Front Royal and Wintergreen Mountain.  This area of Virginia is rich with wineries, large estate properties, and the homes of James Madison (Montpelier), Thomas Jefferson (Monticello) and James Monroe (Ash Lawn-Highland).  We stay at three great properties in Linden, Barboursville, and Afton.  All are within ten miles of the numerous wineries, and encompass Virginia's finest wine region.  Never far from Skyline Drive you will have frequent opportunities to ride on Skyline Drive or on the rolling hills just outside the Shenandoah National Park.  We spend a several days around the Charlottesville-Albemarle County region which is consistently rated as one or the best places to live in America. 

For Individual Tour details click on one of the following Tour Dates Available:
May 24-31
October 8-17    (also our Fall Foliage tour)


EXCURSIONS
close to our destinations on these tours

Destination - Mt Welby, Linden, VA:  

Wineries: As close as 2 miles

http://www.virginiawine.org/regions/northern-virginia/

There are literally dozens of wineries within twenty miles of Mt. Welby.  We will help you locate our favorites.  Many will be on our rides, specifically laid out to hit the best.

 

Marriott Ranch-Guided Horseback Trail Rides             Less than 1 Mile
http://www.marriottranch.com/

(540) 364-2627
Beautiful view of the Blue Ridge during tour of Marriott's 4,200 acre Texas longhorn cattle operation.

Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park              13 Miles

http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm

Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through Shenandoah Nation Park, with views that spread from the lush Shenandoah Valley in the west to the Virginia Piedmont in the east. There is a scenic overlook, on average, less than every two miles.  Endless hiking trails, including beautiful waterfalls, self-guided nature trails, and summit climbs are available for every effort level.    

 

Front Royal Canoe Company   15 Miles

www.shenandoah.cc/

Front Royal Canoe/Shenandoah River Trips offers Canoe, Raft, Kayak, and Tube trips on a remote section of the legendary Shenandoah River. The river meanders along the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Skyline Drive in the heart of the historic Shenandoah Valley


Rappahannock River
One of the state's cleanest waterways, flows along the entire western border of the county, providing fishing and canoeing opportunities.

Virginia Civil War Trails
Journey Through Hallowed Grounds
Fauquier County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Fauquier

Rappahanock County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Rappahannock
 

Sperryville       20 Miles

Located at the base of the Shenandoah National Park, Sperryville is a quaint town offering antiquing, art galleries, fruit orchards, restaurants, coffee shop, and a peak back into small town America.

 

 

Oldway Art Center and Glass Blowing Classes, Sperryville            20 Miles

http://www.oldway.net/

Art Gallery and Glass blowing lessons

 

Long View in the Country, Art Gallery             20 miles
www.longviewgallery.com

42 Main Street
Sperryville, Virginia 22740
Open daily, 10 AM - 6 PM; Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
540.987.1000

 

Old Town Warrenton  25 Miles
A Virginia and National Historic District, features the Old Court House, the Old Jail Museum, a statue of native son Chief Justice John Marshall, quality shops and restaurants and a historic walking tour.
(540) 347-5525

Luray Caverns             35 Miles

www.luraycaverns.com

Guided Tours available daily.

Tyson's Corner Center -Shopping Mall    60 Miles
http://www.shoptysons.com/home.asp

If you cannot find it here, it may not be available.    


Washington, DC    70 Miles or 55 miles to nearest Metro Station
http://washington.org/


 

Desination - Flutterby Fields, Barboursville, VA:


Wineries – Starting less than a mile away

http://www.virginiawine.org/regions/central-virginia/

Dozens to choose from, you can hit some of the best Virginia has to offer.

 

Barboursville Winery               Less than 1 mile

http://www.barboursvillewine.net/wine/

Possibly Virginia’s premiere winery, Barboursville is more than just a winery.  Offering great wines, arguably the best restaurant in the region, beautiful settings, great views, and history, this is a must visit for any wine enthusiast.

 

Montpelier  9 miles

www.montpelier.org

Come visit the newly restored home of the Father of the Constitution, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. See how curators are rediscovering the furnishings and interior décor of James and Dolley Madison.

 

Ash Lawn-Highland      25 miles

http://www.ashlawnhighland.org/

Ash Lawn-Highland is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States, and is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Ash Lawn-Highland is owned and operated by The College of William and Mary, Monroe's alma mater.

 

Michie Tavern 22 miles

www.michietavern.com

Much like the 18th-century visitor, you will be enjoying homemade southern fare based on recipes from the period. After your hearty meal, a "taste" of the past lingers while you tour through the Original Tavern.  This is where your 18th-century counterpart came to dine and socialize.

 

Monticello       20 miles

http://www.monticello.org/

Tour the house that Jefferson designed and built for himself and his family and enjoy the grounds of the Monticello Plantation

 

UVA Grounds – 18 Miles

http://www.virginia.edu/uvatours/groundstour/

The University founded Thomas Jefferson, this is a wonderful place to explore his architecture, beautiful gardens, and history.

 

Exchange Hotel and Civil War Museum    5 Miles

http://www.hgiexchange.org/

400 South Main Street
Gordonsville, VA 22942
(540) 832-3251


Virginia Civil War Trails
Journey Through Hallowed Grounds 
Orange County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Orange
Albemarle County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Albemarle
  

Frednichols Art Gallery    1 Mile
http://www.frednichols.com/annex/index.html

Ruckersville Antique Shops     7 Miles
Antiquer's Mall and Greene House Shops Antique Mall are both 7 miles away and dozens of independent antique shops are within fifteen miles. 
 

Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall          17 miles

http://www.downtowncharlottesville.net/

 

Short Pump Town Center        60 miles

www.shortpumpmall.com

New in the past 5 years, this has quickly become a favorite to all shopaholics in the area and well worth the drive.

 

Skydive Orange           15 miles
www.skydiveorange.com

Orange County Airport
Rt. 20 South, Orange, VA
540-942-3871 or Toll free: 877-DIVESKY

Charlottesville Ballooning        20 Miles

http://www.blueridgeballoon.com/

 

Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park 22 miles

http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm

Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through Shenandoah Nation Park, with views that spread from the lush Shenandoah Valley in the west to the Virginia Piedmont in the east. There is a scenic overlook, on average, less than every two miles.  Endless hiking trails, including beautiful waterfalls, self-guided nature trails, and summit climbs are available for every effort level.   


Desination - Morningside Guest Cottage, Afton, VA:


Wineries – Starting just a couple miles away

http://www.virginiawine.org/regions/central-virginia/

Dozens to choose from, you can hit some of the best Virginia has to offer.


BREWERIES
Blue Mountain Brewery     4 miles
www.bluemountainbrewery.com/
Star Hill Brewery    13 miles
www.starrhill.com/

Ash Lawn-Highland      29 miles

http://www.ashlawnhighland.org/

Ash Lawn-Highland is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States, and is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Ash Lawn-Highland is owned and operated by The College of William and Mary, Monroe's alma mater.

 

Michie Tavern 25 miles

www.michietavern.com

Much like the 18th-century visitor, you will be enjoying homemade southern fare based on recipes from the period. After your hearty meal, a "taste" of the past lingers while you tour through the Original Tavern.  This is where your 18th-century counterpart came to dine and socialize.

 

Monticello       26 miles

http://www.monticello.org/

Tour the house that Jefferson designed and built for himself and his family and enjoy the grounds of the Monticello Plantation

 

UVA Grounds – 22 Miles

http://www.virginia.edu/uvatours/groundstour/

The University founded Thomas Jefferson, this is a wonderful place to explore his architecture, beautiful gardens, and history.

 

Virginia Civil War Trails
Journey Through Hallowed Grounds 
Albemarle County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Albemarle
   

Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall          24miles

http://www.downtowncharlottesville.net/

 

Charlottesville Ballooning        20 Miles

http://www.blueridgeballoon.com/

 

Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, and Blue Ridge Parkway  9 miles

http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm

Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through Shenandoah Nation Park, with views that spread from the lush Shenandoah Valley in the west to the Virginia Piedmont in the east. There is a scenic overlook, on average, less than every two miles.  Endless hiking trails, including beautiful waterfalls, self-guided nature trails, and summit climbs are available for every effort level.   

Wintergreen Resort  16 miles

http://www.wintergreenresort.com/

A year round resort offering Golf, Tennis, Spa Shopping and much more just off the Blue Ridge Parkway.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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