After the hustle and bustle of the wedding, it is time to embark on your first vacation as a married couple. This is a time in life you cherish forever and your first trip together should be incredible. Virginia is known as the place for lovers and we couldn’t agree more. There is incredible dining, … Read More
There’s a popular saying: “Not all who wander are lost.” What better place to wander than in the heart of Virginia Wine Country? The perfect spring break getaway awaits just over an hour from Washington, D.C. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and relax and renew surrounded by the natural beauty of the … Read More
The Shenandoah Valley is a beautiful place to visit any time of the year, but your getaway will be especially memorable when you plan your stay during one of Virginia’s popular festivals featuring harness racing, fall color, jazz, and of course wine! Glen Gordon Manor makes a wonderful home base to enjoy all of our favorite … Read More
Come see the many local farms and businesses that are featured in the 2015 Rappahannock Farm Tour. September 26-27 The Farm Tour is self-guided and FREE; it features 30 farm and agricultural venues. Stop by a farm that interests you, do the whole tour, drop by a couple of the farms and then go to … Read More
Do you like murder mysteries or wine, or both? Narmada Winery in beautiful Amissville, VA is planning a super fun evening where an interactive game of Clues will be played. One of the members of the group has been murdered and therefore it is up to the other guest to figure out who committed the … Read More
Chef Dayn Smith and Nancy Moon Smith moved to Virginia in 2006, and have been close friends with Lorin and Dietlinde Maazel ever since. As patrons of the arts and lovers of classical music and opera, they provided accommodations for singers and musicians during the first two years of the Castleton Festival. Over the past … Read More
Preparations for our Winemaker’s Dinner on Friday, June 13, 2014 are in full swing. Chef Dayn Smith has crafted a brilliant menu which pairs perfectly with the award-winning wines of Barboursville Vineyards. Luca Paschina, the charismatic mastermind behind some of the best-known varietals that Virginia produces, will be presenting the pairings with each course. The poolside reception commences at … Read More
