area activities
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The Inn at Little Washington
One of the best restaurants in the world is just steps away from the Mint Cottage, the Inn at Little Washington. A Michelin 3-Star restaurant.
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Patty O’s Cafe
Fantastic food, warm welcoming service all in a beautiful, comfortable space. Outdoor dining on the patio when the weather is nice.
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Wine Loves Chocolate
Wine, chocolate and a front porch... a perfect stop while strolling through town.
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​​Three Blacksmiths
Award- winning Three Blacksmiths restaurant is just a 6 minute drive away in the bucolic little village of Sperryville. Founded by your hosts, John and Diane MacPherson, Three Blacksmiths serves just 20 guests a night in its candle lit dining room.
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Before & After
Coffee, sandwiches and local Rappahannock flair. Sperryville's local hang out and java joint.
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The Black Twig Diner & Bar
Open everyday for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local, southern fare
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The Corner Store
Market, pizza, bar... the Hub of Rappahannock!
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Rappahannock Pizza Kitchen (RPK)
Fresh, local, hand tossed pizza
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Central Coffee Co Ltd
Get your coffee fix from the folks that really know the beans!
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The Dark Horse Irish Gastro Pub
Our local Irish pub with good food, good beer and live music. Outdoor dining.
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Francis Bar
Great little bar in the heart of Sperryville. Local elixirs, craft beer wonderful service
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The Base at Blue Ridge home of Distinguished Engagements Catering
Stop by on your way up the mountain to Skyline Drive.
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Country Cafe Pit Stop
Burgers, sandwiches and milkshakes with outdoor seating.
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Patty O's Bakery
Walking distance for coffee and bakery and pastry goods
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New Iberia Kitchen
Sperryville's newest dining spot. Located in the Marketplace Sperryville
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Firth River Coffee Co.
Coffee, gelato and wines. Located in the Marketplace Sperryville
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Walker Bakeshop
Freshly baked breads, bagels and more. Located in the Marketplace Sperryville
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Shopping and Things to do
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r. h. ballard shop & gallery
Award-winning boutique shop & gallery located just steps from the Inn at Little Washington. A shopper's paradise!
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Gay Street Gallery
Gay Street Gallery is home to award-winning Rappahannock artist Kevin Adams. The gallery also presents the work of select artists from Virginia and around the country.
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The Field of Dreams at The Inn at Little Washington
Take a walk around the sheep and llamas or visit the chicken house at the Inn at Little Washington's Field of Dreams. Just up the street behind the Inn's Shoppe
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Skyline Dr, Front Royal, VA, USA
Stunning views, a multitude of hiking trails and rejuvenating nature are just 20 minutes away.
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Copper Fox Antiques
10,000 square feet of antiques!
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Wild Roots Apothecary
Cocktail syrups, elixirs, herbs and teas.
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Sperryville Pottery
Local pottery for sale as well as art classes
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Haley Fine Art
Curated fine art, and sculpture on Main Street in Sperryville
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The Marketplace Sperryville
A unique indoor dining, shopping, and event venue located in the heart of Sperryville's River District. Home to a variety of local restaurants, vendors, artists, food purveyors and events.
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Golf
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Schoolhouse Nine Golf Course
Our local 9-hole course. Complete with restaurant and bar, the Black Twig.
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Winery
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Gadino Cellars
Bill and Aleta Gadino's beautiful vineyard and winery home to Italian style wines.
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Rappahannock Cellars
The Delmar family 's popular vineyard and winery
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Little Washington Winery
Located high on the sunrise side of the Blue Ridge Mountains at Shenandoah National Park.
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Distillery
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Dida's Distillery
Located inside Rappahannock Cellars. Making vodka, gin and other locally crafted spirits
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Copper Fox Distillery
Sperryville's own whisky distillery
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Brewery
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Hopkins Ordinary Bed Breakfast Aleworks
Kevin and Sherri's micro brewery located in their bed and breakfast in Sperryville.
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Pen Druid Brewing
Brothers Van, Lain and Jennings Carney brew up European style beers at their farm in Sperryville.
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Veditz and Company Brewing
Located in the River District. Where they celebrate great beer and honor the Deaf culture. All are welcome!
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Farm/Farmstands
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Jenkins Orchards
Beautiful local farm stand with seasonal fruit and veggies
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Roy’s Farm Market
Roy and Janet's home farm with fruit, veggies, snacks and Janet's famous pies
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Williams Orchard
Local apples and fruit
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Thornton River Orchard
Local fruits, veggies, cider and more just up the road in Sperryville.
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Hiking
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Thornton Gap Entrance Station
Scenic views and winding roads lead up to the entrance to Skyline Drive
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Old Rag Parking (Ranger Station)
One of the most famous hikes in Virginia. Old Rag is a 9 mile long loop with a mix of hiking/scrambling to the top.
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Little Devil's Stairs
Our favorite hike! A 5.6 mile challenging loop. Start up the falls then enjoy the fire road down past the grave yard in the woods.
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