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In Orange County Virginia, a welcome respite invites. Home to award-winning wineries, Barboursville Vineyards and Horton Vineyards, Orange County makes a magnificent wine getaway. Stay at a Chestnut Hill Bed & Breakfast, indulge at any of the region’s fine restaurants and search for that priceless find at an array of antique stores and galleries. Immerse yourself in American history; visit Civil War Trails; walk the halls of Presidents at James Madison’s Montpelier, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and James Monroe’s Ash Lawn- Highland. Looking for a rush? Orange County is also home to the famous Skydive Orange. Nearby, pursue the excitement of one of our nation’s most distinctive cities, Charlottesville, VA, or take an easy drive and bring Washington, DC, and Richmond, VA, to you. In Orange County Virginia, serenity awaits. Beautiful rolling hills with the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance, magnificent sunsets and peaceful surroundings add to the experience when visiting Orange County’s award-winning wineries, historic churches and museums. Come explore the vastness of our beauty, history and culture for yourself.
Wineries Looking for education and fun all in one with the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains? Learn about our region, which is rich in wine-worthy soils. Viognier is a speciality in this area due to the climate and our vineyards also have award winning cabernet franc and Malvaxia Passito. Escape for a day and experience the wealth of Wines Orange, VA has to offer. Barboursville Winery The wines of Barboursville Vineyards are so consistently honored in competitions and demanded by wine stewards, as they are --that Palladio Restaurant is so respected by food enthusiasts of every generation and critical perspective, extending to the James Beard House in Manhattan --that there is no more than one place on earth, where the only house within sight of your bedroom is a historic landmark designed by Thomas Jefferson -- this only begins to explain Barboursville Vineyards. 540-832-3824. www.barboursvillewine.com Horton Vineyards Taste nationally acclaimed wines in our old-world Tudor winery. Our unique wines bring new tastes to the palate. Over 40 different wines including Viognier, Eclipse, Mourvedre, Blue Run Chardonnay, Dionysus, Cabernet Franc plus fruit wines including Peach, Pear, Blackberry, Strawberry, Blueberry and more! Plus, taste the only Vintage Port made in Virginia. Tastings daily 10-5. Call ahead for in-depth tours. 540-832-7440. www.hvwine.com
Historic Sites Travel the "Constitution Route" Virginia State Route 20 and visit presidential homes, Civil War Battlefields, wineries and other historic sites. Four United States Presidents - Jefferson, Madison, Monroe and Taylor - were either born or built their private estates along this historic ninety-mile route. A short drive from Madison's Montpelier is Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland.
Civil War Orange County is rich in Civil War history. Visit the Civil War Museum at the Exchange Hotel located in historic Gordonsville. This elegant hotel was converted to a Receiving Hospital and treated over 70,000 men. Drive through Maplewood Cemetery, the resting place of 700 Confederate soldiers. Walk on the Wilderness Civil War Battlefield or visit Ellwood Manor which was visited by Marquis de Lafayette, and was serviced as a Confederate Hospital and later as the Headquarters of three Union generals. It is the burial site of the arm of General Stonewall Jackson.
Arts & Entertainment Come experience Four County Players masterful musicals and magical productions of Shakespeare or visit any of the area’s Fine Art galleries showcasing the diversity of local artisans and the mediums they turn into one-of-a-kind creations.
Golf Orange County offers groomed golf courses with spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Arrange a men's or women's day out on the course or plan to take some lessons. When is a better time to learn?
540-854-9890 www.meadowsfarms.com
Shenandoah Crossing Resort
Somerset Golf Club
Tours Whatever your interest - the Orange County Department of Tourism welcomes the opportunity to assist you to make your visit to Historic Orange County, Virginia memorable.
540-672-9414 Step-on guide service
Walking Tour
Downtown Orange Commercial Historic District
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