Amherst County offers the exhiliaration of the great outdoors, tempered by a host of exquisite ammenities and activities. Whether your tastes run to campfires or crepes, wildlife or wineries, relax and stay for a while.....
National Park Service facility near the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 60 offering creekside sites for tent camping or RV's (no power/water hookups). Grounds also include a seasonal restaurant and gift shop. telephone (434)-299-5125
Want to try camping before purchasing a recreational vehicle. Try a visit to Outdoor Escape RV and learn more about the joys of camping. Rental campers available by the day or week. Call (434)-946-7846 or visit their website at www.outdoorescapervs.com
Featuring 75 mostly wooded sites for RV's and tents. Cabins available for those that want things a little less rugged. Amenities abound at this family owned campground located just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. telephone (434)-299-5228
Offering 38 spacious rooms and seven conference rooms on the campus of Sweet Briar College in a beautiful secluded setting. For more information call (434)-381-6207.
Set on a hill of 100 secluded acres in Amherst County, Virginia, guests can enter a world of classic elegance. The bedchambers are reminiscent of an English country home with canopied brass or beautiful antique beds.
Fairview offers a spectacular, panoramic view that will be remembered. Listed on the National Historic Registry, it has a timeless appeal that reflects its distinctive 1867 Italianate architecture. On its way to becoming a Blue Ridge favorite for romantic getaways, Fairview is perfect for family gatherings, and elegant, affordable weddings....a rare retreat offering rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. Come experience the tranquility and beauty of the Blue Ridge, in the setting of a magnificent country house, with 5 guest rooms, 4 private baths, and a guest cottage. (703) 362-6234
Private 300 acre farm includes hiking trails, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, full kitchen, laundry facilities and much more. For additional information call (434)-946-9064.
Warm hospitality in a comfortable atmosphere are offered in the setting of this 1824 Early Classic Revival Plantation home located in picturesque Lowesville, Virginia. For more information call (434)-277-5099.
Nestled in the foothills of Tobacco Row Mountain, Speed the Plough is an ideal setting for a relaxing getaway. Stay in a circa 1850 Greek Revival Manor House and enjoy the lake, 2 ponds, hiking trails and birdwatching. For additional information, call (434) 384-3102
Athlone Farm is a 200 + acre historic property located in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Athlone's original 1800's kitchen is a separate building, constructed with brick originally handmade on the property. The old kitchen has been lovingly restored and updated. For more information, please call (434) 277-8007.
Solitary cottage nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains. Explore our 106 wooded acres bordered by the GW National Forest, with hiking trails and mountain streams. Ideal for birders, hikers, mountain bikers, nature lovers, and anyone seeking isolation and solitude. For more information, call (434) 277-5563
Located in the beautiful Tobacco Row Mountains just north of the historic City of Lynchburg. Our guest quarters "Fox's Den" is surrounded by pastures and provides a comfortable get away with beautiful views of High Peak Mountain. Please call (434) 946-0871 for additional info.
The Orchard Farmhouse
The Orchard Farmhouse is located in the center of a 460 acre working orchard consisting of Apples, Peaches, Bluberries, Blackberries, a cider making operation and Christmas trees. There is a large front porch, rear deck and a short walk to a 3 acre fishing lake near Tobacco Row Mountain. For additional information please call (434) 929-2401.
Motels
Amherst Inn
Located in the Town of Amherst at 116 Richmond Highway, Amherst, Virginia 24521, telephone (434)-946-7641.
Best Value Inn & Suites
Located in the Madison Heights area at 5016 South Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, Virginia 24572 telephone (434)-845-7041.
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