Located in the midst of Central Virginia, some unique and well-known wineries are only minutes away. Prince Michel Vineyards is just a mile away and Barboursville Vineyards, located on the ruins of the historic Barboursville Mansion ruins, are only fifteen miles from Sunset Ridge. Many others are close by and are open year-round for tours and tastings. Come discover why Virginia is one of the fastest growing wine regions around.
Located among some of Virginia's most historic sites are Civil War trails and battlegrounds (some as close as three miles away) all waiting to be explored. Presidential homes such as Montpelier, Monticello, and Ash Lawn are in the vicinity as well. Historic Charlottesville and the University of Virginia campus are only thirty minutes away.
This is heaven for the outdoors types. Close by are Shenandoah National Park, beautiful Skyline Drive, White Oak Canyon Falls (a great hike!), Old Rag Mountain, Luray Caverns, and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. World famous trout fishing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and canoeing on the Shenandoah and Rappahannock Rivers are just some of the activities that are nearby for you to discover and explore.
We're in the country, but very close to some of the Washington area's best restaurants. Only eight miles away you will find the Bavarian Chef with divine German cuisine. For more casual dinners, there are many great choices close by.
From crafts to country to antiques, your choices are plentiful and all around. The Plow & Hearth outlet stores are only a few miles away. Sperryville is within 20 miles and is loaded with unique shops. If you really like shopping, take a short ride to Charlottesville and visit the Historic Downtown mall.
September: Taste of the Mountains Festival, Madison, Virginia | October: Apple Harvest Festival at Graves Mountain Lodge, Syria, Virginia | November: Montpelier Horse Races, Montpelier Station, Virginia | June: Blue Grass Festival at Graves Mountain Lodge, Syria, Virginia, Pig Roast at Horton Vineyards, Orange, Virginia
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