Tom And Carol’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Natural Bridge State Park
6477 S Lee HwyVirginia Safari Park
229 Safari LnThere are multiple places to access the Blue Ridge Parkway within 30 minutes of the cottage. Scenic drive, hiking, picnicking, etc
81 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Blue Ridge Mountains
There are multiple places to access the Blue Ridge Parkway within 30 minutes of the cottage. Scenic drive, hiking, picnicking, etc
Caverns at Natural Bridge
6313 S Lee HwyNice scenic drive, some hiking, picnic area, wading access to river
28 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Goshen Pass
Nice scenic drive, some hiking, picnic area, wading access to river
If you are looking for a fun alternative, this is worth a look.
12 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Dinosaur Kingdom II
5781 S Lee HwyIf you are looking for a fun alternative, this is worth a look.
nice, close section of the Blue Ridge, with several easy hiking trails in the area. Also a picnic area and a walking bridge over the river.
James River Face Wilderness
nice, close section of the Blue Ridge, with several easy hiking trails in the area. Also a picnic area and a walking bridge over the river.
City/town information
Lexington
Great small town, with good dining and shopping
Small town about 20 minutes south. Blue Ridge Parkway access nearby and canoe and tube rentals with Maury River access
6 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Buchanan
Small town about 20 minutes south. Blue Ridge Parkway access nearby and canoe and tube rentals with Maury River access
Virginia Military Institute
319 VMI ParadeWashington and Lee University
19 Letcher AvePlaces with Pub Atmosphere
TAPS
11 N Main StHigher end pub
Craft beer and wafflewiches, also has music at times on weekends
14 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Brew Ridge Taps
11 E Nelson StCraft beer and wafflewiches, also has music at times on weekends
The Palms
101 West Nelson StreetLocal pub with good food as well
Pizza place with an awesome craft beer wall
15 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Salerno Pizzeria, Bar and Bistro
115 S Jefferson StPizza place with an awesome craft beer wall
Wineries/Breweries
Close to the cottage, great local feel, usually has a food truck and/or music on the weekends
30 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Great Valley Farm Brewery
60 Great Valley LnClose to the cottage, great local feel, usually has a food truck and/or music on the weekends
Heliotrope Brewing
128 S Main StBrew their own craft beer and also artisan pizza
Rockbridge Vineyard
35 Hillview RdLocal Winery with nice outdoor space
Ecco Adesso Vineyards
340 Ecco Adesso LnNewer local winery
12 Ridges Vineyard
24981 Blue Ridge PkwyHalcyon Days Cider Co
4135 S Lee HwyClose by, on rt 11 just past the diner
Sit down dining
The Red Hen
11 E Washington StHigh end dining, great food and excellent service
Bistro On Main
8 N Main StNice local flavor, good atmosphere
Juniper Lounge
30 S Main StNice outdoor setting area in good weather
Haywood's Restaurant
2 N Main StHigher end dining, classy feel, piano player
Places for a quick bite
Natural Bridge General Store & NattyBCafe
593 Wert Faulkner HwyClose to the state park, nice local atmosphere
Pure Eats
107 N Main StBlue Sky Bakery
125 W Nelson StGood Pizza and sub shop. About 25 min away. In Walmart shopping plaza
Rockbridge County Pizza Pasta & Subs
1213 North Lee HighwayGood Pizza and sub shop. About 25 min away. In Walmart shopping plaza
Sweet Treats
19 W Washington StNice spot in Lexington for breakfast or lunch
Legendary Eats
110 W Washington StOpen for breakfast and lunch. Bagel sandwiches and a few other items