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Do you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city? Here you will find serenity in the sights, sounds and aroma of nature. You will experience the refreshment of life from a more simple time. Here you can listen to the thunderous roar of thousands of gallons of water spilling over a cliff and crashing hundreds of feet below on ancient rocks. Or you can feel the cool, damp air of the morning dew resting on a fern. The serenity of nature at Crabtree Falls will renew your spirit and lift your soul. Crabtree Falls is The Old Dominion's best kept secret. Located midway between Charlottesville and Lynchburg, Virginia, just six miles off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, Crabtree Falls is the largest vertical drop waterfall east of the Mississippi River: over 1500 feet!
Do you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city? Here you will find serenity in the sights, sounds and aroma of nature. You will experience the refreshment of life from a more simple time. Here you can listen to the thunderous roar of thousands of gallons of water spilling over a cliff and crashing hundreds of feet below on ancient rocks. Or you can feel the cool, damp air of the morning dew resting on a fern. The serenity of nature at Crabtree Falls will renew your spirit and lift your soul.
Crabtree Falls is The Old Dominion's best kept secret. Located midway between Charlottesville and Lynchburg, Virginia, just six miles off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, Crabtree Falls is the largest vertical drop waterfall east of the Mississippi River: over 1500 feet!
There is nothing better than curling up next to the fire after a long day exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Richard's Retreat
After operating the Cabins at Crabtree Falls for five years, owner, Richard Norman decided that we needed to offer an accommodation that featured the best of the antique Appalachian cabin in Annie's as well as all the modern conveniences of a new home. We located an authentic Appalachian cabin that had been relocated from Kentucky and brought it to a beautiful location here at Crabtree Falls. Rebuilt on a new stone and concrete foundation, the old house never had it so good! We then added a modern addition to the back and side of the structure, carefully preserving the historic character of the old cabin.
The original cabin features a beautiful wood-burning stone fireplace that is the focal point of the "Great Room". The beautifully restored logs and chinking and the gorgeous poplar hardwood flooring make the original cabin warm and cozy. It also features a front porch with an awesome view of "The Priest" mountain. Upstairs in the original cabin is a large sleeping loft that will comfortably accommodate up to six people. Both the Great Room and the sleeping loft feature ceiling fans but the entire house features central heating and cooling for quiet comfort year round.
The modern addition features a master bedroom and two full baths, each with a tub/shower combination, toilet and vanity. The kitchen features a full sized refrigerator with ice maker, Kohler double cast iron sink, dishwasher, and gas range with conventional and microwave ovens and plenty of cabinet and countertop space. Off the master bedroom is a sun deck with a charcoal grill and there is a private back yard with a fire pit for campfires.
The furnishings are brand new but are all "antique looking" to add to the antique ambience. The beds are iron beds featuring new mattresses, box springs and linens.
This is our premiere accommodation and nothing was overlooked. If you are looking for the best of the old and the best of the new, Richard's Retreat is the place for you!
$259.99/night
plus Virginia Sales Tax (5%) and Nelson County lodging tax (5%) for a total of 10%.
Pets welcome
This is a pictures of what Annie's looked like around 1900.
Annie's CabinThe building of this authentic Appalachian log cabin has been traced back to the 1830s. The cabin served as the family home to the Carr's for nearly 150 years. The last member of the family to live here was Annie Carr who left the mountain in the 1970s. Annie sold the cabin and some property to Jack Thomas, a Norfolk, Virginia, school principal. In the early 1990s, Barbara Otto, who did additional renovations and modernization, began operating it as a guesthouse.This is an authentic log cabin! In spite of modernization, it remains much as it did when built in the 1830s. It is built of native timbers and consists of one room downstairs and one upstairs. The downstairs room is a living area with a sofa and chairs, a gas furnace (which is the only source of heat) and a TV/VCR for entertainment. (Note: There is no cable or satellite hook up and TV can be used only for viewing videos. Video rentals are available in office.) There is a kitchenette along one wall and a farm table and four chairs for dining. The kitchenette contains a very small refrigerator and a microwave oven, a four-burner stove with a small oven and a sink with hot and cold running water. (Basic pots, pans and tableware are provided.)In the 1830s, there was no indoor plumbing and toilets were in an outhouse. The 1990s renovation included the addition of a simple toilet and shower room in the corner of the first floor. (The only sink is the one in the kitchenette.) Guest towels are provided.Upstairs, there are two double beds and one single bed. There is also a comfortable cushioned rocking chair with a side table and lamp for reading. Linens, blankets and pillows are provided. The roof of the cabin is made of exposed wood beams that are covered with tin. If you have never slept to the sound of rain hitting a tin roof you are in for a treat! There is a window fan and a ceiling fan to keep the air circulating and cool down the upstairs, but the upstairs still gets pretty warm on a hot sunny afternoon!There is a long, narrow back porch and a wider front porch with Annies old rocking chairs and porch swing. The front porch offers a wonderful view of the mountains, and you can listen to the sound of the Tye River rushing over rock below! Near the front porch there is a stone fireplace for building campfires. (Chopped firewood is available for sale at the office.) There is also a picnic table in the front yard for dining alfresco when weather permits. Finally, there is a Weber Smokey Joe grill and grilling utensils for barbecuing. The yard of the cabin is beautifully landscaped and contains numerous flowering plants and fruit trees and is nicely maintained.If you are looking for an authentic Appalachian cabin that takes you back to another era, this is the place for you. If you are looking for all the modern conveniences of home, try Jacks Place, Barbs House or Tonys Apartment instead.$119.99/nightplus Virginia Sales Tax (5%) and Nelson County lodging tax (5%) for a total of 10%. Pets welcome
Annie's Cabin
The building of this authentic Appalachian log cabin has been traced back to the 1830s. The cabin served as the family home to the Carr's for nearly 150 years. The last member of the family to live here was Annie Carr who left the mountain in the 1970s. Annie sold the cabin and some property to Jack Thomas, a Norfolk, Virginia, school principal. In the early 1990s, Barbara Otto, who did additional renovations and modernization, began operating it as a guesthouse.
This is an authentic log cabin! In spite of modernization, it remains much as it did when built in the 1830s. It is built of native timbers and consists of one room downstairs and one upstairs. The downstairs room is a living area with a sofa and chairs, a gas furnace (which is the only source of heat) and a TV/VCR for entertainment. (Note: There is no cable or satellite hook up and TV can be used only for viewing videos. Video rentals are available in office.) There is a kitchenette along one wall and a farm table and four chairs for dining. The kitchenette contains a very small refrigerator and a microwave oven, a four-burner stove with a small oven and a sink with hot and cold running water. (Basic pots, pans and tableware are provided.)
In the 1830s, there was no indoor plumbing and toilets were in an outhouse. The 1990s renovation included the addition of a simple toilet and shower room in the corner of the first floor. (The only sink is the one in the kitchenette.) Guest towels are provided.
Upstairs, there are two double beds and one single bed. There is also a comfortable cushioned rocking chair with a side table and lamp for reading. Linens, blankets and pillows are provided. The roof of the cabin is made of exposed wood beams that are covered with tin. If you have never slept to the sound of rain hitting a tin roof you are in for a treat! There is a window fan and a ceiling fan to keep the air circulating and cool down the upstairs, but the upstairs still gets pretty warm on a hot sunny afternoon!
There is a long, narrow back porch and a wider front porch with Annies old rocking chairs and porch swing. The front porch offers a wonderful view of the mountains, and you can listen to the sound of the Tye River rushing over rock below! Near the front porch there is a stone fireplace for building campfires. (Chopped firewood is available for sale at the office.) There is also a picnic table in the front yard for dining alfresco when weather permits. Finally, there is a Weber Smokey Joe grill and grilling utensils for barbecuing. The yard of the cabin is beautifully landscaped and contains numerous flowering plants and fruit trees and is nicely maintained.
If you are looking for an authentic Appalachian cabin that takes you back to another era, this is the place for you. If you are looking for all the modern conveniences of home, try Jacks Place, Barbs House or Tonys Apartment instead.
$119.99/night
Jack's PlaceJack Thomas was a Norfolk, Virginia, public school principal when he purchased Annie Carrs Cabin in the 1970s. He tried roughing it for a while but ultimately decided that a more modern dwelling was more suitable to his needs. So in the early 1980s he built a one-bedroom mountain chalet right behind Annies Cabin. Jacks Place features a living area that has a sofa, a reclining chair and a TV/VCR for entertainment. (Note: There is no cable or satellite hook up and TV can be used only for viewing videos. Video rentals are available in office.) It is heated with gas heat. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, an aluminum double sink and a microwave oven. There is also a four-burner electric stove and oven and plenty of cabinet space. A dining table and four chairs are provided. Basic pots, pans and tableware are provided. There is also a ceiling fan to keep the air circulating.The bedroom features a double bed, nightstand and lamp and a chest of drawers. Bed linens, blankets and pillows are provided. There is a small window air conditioner in the bedroom for those who desire A/C. Off of the bedroom, there is a private bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Guest towels are provided.The staircase to the loft is very steep and is not recommended for older guests or the very young. The loft has a catwalk down the middle of the roofline and a small sleeping area at each end. A double bed is in one sleeping area and a double fold-out futon is in the other. (On one end of the loft is a toilet and small sink). The porch offers gorgeous views of the mountains and there is a set of Adirondack wooden furniture and a porch swing for lazy summer afternoons. A Weber Smokey Joe grill and grilling utensils are provided for barbecuing. Off to the side of Jacks Place is a stone fire pit for building campfires and a wooden picnic table for eating alfresco. (Chopped firewood is available for purchase from the office.) The chalet is located only about fifteen feet from Annies Cabin, which is nice if you have a group and want to have everyone nearby. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and maintained with indigenous fruit trees and flowering plants.If you are looking for a small mountain chalet with most of the conveniences of home, Jacks Place may be the place for you.$129.95/nightplus Virginia Sales Tax (5%) and Nelson County lodging tax (5%) for a total of 10%. Pets welcome
Jack's Place
Jack Thomas was a Norfolk, Virginia, public school principal when he purchased Annie Carrs Cabin in the 1970s. He tried roughing it for a while but ultimately decided that a more modern dwelling was more suitable to his needs. So in the early 1980s he built a one-bedroom mountain chalet right behind Annies Cabin.
Jacks Place features a living area that has a sofa, a reclining chair and a TV/VCR for entertainment. (Note: There is no cable or satellite hook up and TV can be used only for viewing videos. Video rentals are available in office.) It is heated with gas heat. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, an aluminum double sink and a microwave oven. There is also a four-burner electric stove and oven and plenty of cabinet space. A dining table and four chairs are provided. Basic pots, pans and tableware are provided. There is also a ceiling fan to keep the air circulating.
The bedroom features a double bed, nightstand and lamp and a chest of drawers. Bed linens, blankets and pillows are provided. There is a small window air conditioner in the bedroom for those who desire A/C. Off of the bedroom, there is a private bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Guest towels are provided.
The staircase to the loft is very steep and is not recommended for older guests or the very young. The loft has a catwalk down the middle of the roofline and a small sleeping area at each end. A double bed is in one sleeping area and a double fold-out futon is in the other. (On one end of the loft is a toilet and small sink).
The porch offers gorgeous views of the mountains and there is a set of Adirondack wooden furniture and a porch swing for lazy summer afternoons. A Weber Smokey Joe grill and grilling utensils are provided for barbecuing. Off to the side of Jacks Place is a stone fire pit for building campfires and a wooden picnic table for eating alfresco. (Chopped firewood is available for purchase from the office.) The chalet is located only about fifteen feet from Annies Cabin, which is nice if you have a group and want to have everyone nearby. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and maintained with indigenous fruit trees and flowering plants.
If you are looking for a small mountain chalet with most of the conveniences of home, Jacks Place may be the place for you.
$129.95/night
Barb's House
Norfolk, Virginia school principal, Jack Thomas, purchased the Carr family home and began visiting Annies Cabin in the 1970s. His secretary, Barbara Otto, and her husband and family started joining Jack for his weekend trips to the mountains. When Jack built his mountain chalet in the early 1980s, Barbara and Ray Otto purchased an adjacent piece of property from Jack and built their own chalet. The same builder who built Jacks Place built the home and the two dwellings are very similar. But Barbs House was designed to be a full time home rather than a weekend cottage. It featured an extra bedroom downstairs and the loft was much larger and more spacious. Later, Barb and Ray added another room to the rear of the house making it even larger. Ray and Barb lived there until Rays death in 1997. Barb remained and ran her guesthouse business until the summer of 2000 when she decided to move back to the Tidewater area.
Barbs House offers a living area with a leather couch, two comfortable wing chairs and a side table with reading lamp. A TV/VCR is provided for entertainment. This is the only unit with satellite TV. Video rentals are available in the office. The home is heated with gas heat, and a small air conditioner is provided. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, an aluminum double sink and a microwave oven. There is also a four-burner stove and oven and plenty of cabinet space. A dining table and chairs are provided. Basic pots, pans and tableware are provided. There are also ceiling fans in the living area and the bedroom to keep the air circulating.
The main downstairs bedroom features a double bed, nightstand and lamp and a chest of drawers. (Bed linens, blankets and pillows are provided.) Off of the bedroom, there is a private bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Guest towels are provided.
The second downstairs bedroom features a queen bed, night stand, lamp, chest of drawers and a wooden rocking chair for reading. There is also a door to the back yard and fire pit from this bedroom.
A third downstairs bedroom has been converted into a game or craft room. There is a small table and chairs and a lamp for reading.
The stairs up to the loft are very steep and are not recommended for older guests or the very young. The loft features a large play area for kids and a third bedroom with twin beds, night stand and lamp, chest of drawers and a wooden rocking chair for reading. There is a small bathroom with a toilet and small sink in the loft.
The porch offers gorgeous views of the mountains and guests can hear the sound of the Tye River rushing over the rocks down below. There is a set of Adirondack wooden furniture and a porch swing for lazy summer afternoons. A Weber Smokey Joe grill, and cooking utensils are provided for barbecuing. Off the back bedroom of Barbs House is a stone fire pit for building campfires and a wooden picnic table for eating alfresco. (Chopped firewood is available for purchase from the office.) Barbs House is located about 100 yards through the woods from Jacks Place and Annies Cabin. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and maintained with indigenous fruit trees and flowering plants.
If you are looking for a good size mountain chalet with most of the conveniences of home, Barbs House may be the place for you.
$159.95/night
Pets allowed
Tony's Place
In the late 1970s a Northern Virginia businessman, Tony Cermele, purchased some of the mountain property along the Tye River which had been home to the Carr family for over 150 years. He used the property on the river to build the Crabtree Falls Campground that was managed by his son, Mark. Tony built a house on the other side of state route 56 where he and other family members could live. Today, the property manager of the Cabins occupies the home at Crabtree Falls. The lower level houses the office of the Cabins at Crabtree Falls. Tonys Place is a one bedroom, one bath, two-level accommodation on the East End of the building.
Tonys Place features a living area with a sofa-bed, reclining chair and rocker as well as a TV/VCR for entertainment. (Note: There is no cable or satellite hook up and TV can be used only for viewing videos. Video rentals are available in office.) The kitchen is fully equipped with a full size refrigerator, gas stove and oven, a microwave oven and a double sink. Pots, pans and tableware are provided. There is a dining room table and chairs for dining.
The upstairs bedroom features a queen bed, nightstand with lamp, a chest of drawers and a swivel chair with a side table and lamp for reading. All linens, blankets and pillows are provided. Off the bedroom is a private bath with a shower/tub combination and vanity. All guest towels are provided. Downstairs there is a washer/dryer available for guest use.
The front porch features Adirondack deck furniture and a wonderful view of the mountains. Off to the side of Tonys Place there is a stone fireplace and a picnic table provided for alfresco dining. (Wood is available for purchase from the office.) A Weber Smokey Joe grill and cooking utensils are provided for barbecuing.
If you are looking for a modern, one-bedroom mountain view accommodation, Tonys Place may be the place for you!
$99.95/night
No pets please
Are pets allowed?Yes. In Richard's Retreat, Annie's Cabin, Jack's Place and Barb's House. We regret that pets are not allowed in Tony's Place.Where is the nearest grocery store?The Food Lion on US Highway 29 in Lovingston is the nearest supermarket. There are some small convenience stores in the area, the closest being about 4 miles away at Montebello.Can you see the river from the porch?Only when there is no foliage on the trees. Although the river is only about 100 yards away, the foliage of the trees blocks the view, but not the sound of the water rushing over the rocks can be heard from the porches.Can you see the mountains from the porch?Yes. From Tonys, Jacks and Annies. Tall trees block the view of the mountain from Barbs.What is there to do up there in the middle of nowhere?Yikes! What is there not to do? Check out our Things to do section here on the web site. You can do almost anything up here. Sightseeing, antique hunting, shopping, dining out, golfing, fishing, biking, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, riding the Parkway, you name it. Or you can do nothing at all. Try sitting on a rock in the middle of the Tye River and just contemplating life! Or build a campfire and roast marshmallows or hot dogs. And if the peace and quiet starts to drive you nuts, bring along some videotapes and watch your favorite movies.Is firewood available?Yes. There is chopped firewood available for a modest fee. Feel free to pick up any small sticks and branches which are dead and down to us as starter for your fires.What time is check-in and checkout?Normal check in time is 4:00 p.m. and checkout is 10:00 a.m. This allows our staff time to prepare the cabins for our next guests. If there is no one occupying the cabin immediately prior to your stay you may be able to check in early. If there is no one staying in the cabin immediately after you, you may be able to check out late. Please check with us just prior to your trip if you would like an early check in. Check with us the day before your departure if you would like a late check out. We will be happy to accommodate you if possible.Are linens, towels, dishes etc. provided?Yes. The units are fully equipped with most everything you will need for basic cooking and dining. Also, sheets and towels are provided as well as personal amenities (bath soap and shampoo).Are there snakes?We are in the woods, in the mountains. There is every type of wildlife, including snakes. The poisonous variety includes rattlesnakes and copper heads. Caution should be used when walking through the woods especially in high grass and underbrush. Be careful which lifting rocks or logs as snakes hide under them. Make noise when walking through the woods to give snakes a warning that you are coming. They are as afraid of you as you may be of them. If you happen to encounter a snake, give it space and allow it to leave, then proceed. If you are hiking in the backcountry you may want to take a snakebite kit with you. If you are bitten, go immediately to the nearest rescue squad or the clinic in Lovingston for treatment.Are there telephones in the units?A telephone is available for use by guests in the cabin office during the day and up until 9 p.m. in the evening. You may also be reached in case of emergency at the office. The number is 540-377-5058.Do you get television reception in the mountains?Short answer, "No". The only units with television reception is Richard's retreat and Barb's House which features satellite television. The TVs are provided in each unit for viewing videos, which are available for rent from the office. Or, feel free to bring videos with you.Do any of your units offer queen beds?Yes. For the sleeping comfort of our taller guests, Richard's Retreat, Tony's Place and Barb's House offer a queen bed.When I arrive, how will I know which cabin is which?Each of the cabins is clearly marked with a sign indicating the name of the cabin. Upon your arrival go to the address provided in the directions and look for the sign indicating the cabin you have reserved.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. In Richard's Retreat, Annie's Cabin, Jack's Place and Barb's House. We regret that pets are not allowed in Tony's Place.
Where is the nearest grocery store?
The Food Lion on US Highway 29 in Lovingston is the nearest supermarket. There are some small convenience stores in the area, the closest being about 4 miles away at Montebello.
Can you see the river from the porch?
Only when there is no foliage on the trees. Although the river is only about 100 yards away, the foliage of the trees blocks the view, but not the sound of the water rushing over the rocks can be heard from the porches.
Can you see the mountains from the porch?
Yes. From Tonys, Jacks and Annies. Tall trees block the view of the mountain from Barbs.
What is there to do up there in the middle of nowhere?
Yikes! What is there not to do? Check out our Things to do section here on the web site. You can do almost anything up here. Sightseeing, antique hunting, shopping, dining out, golfing, fishing, biking, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, riding the Parkway, you name it. Or you can do nothing at all. Try sitting on a rock in the middle of the Tye River and just contemplating life! Or build a campfire and roast marshmallows or hot dogs. And if the peace and quiet starts to drive you nuts, bring along some videotapes and watch your favorite movies.
Is firewood available?
Yes. There is chopped firewood available for a modest fee. Feel free to pick up any small sticks and branches which are dead and down to us as starter for your fires.
What time is check-in and checkout?
Normal check in time is 4:00 p.m. and checkout is 10:00 a.m. This allows our staff time to prepare the cabins for our next guests. If there is no one occupying the cabin immediately prior to your stay you may be able to check in early. If there is no one staying in the cabin immediately after you, you may be able to check out late. Please check with us just prior to your trip if you would like an early check in. Check with us the day before your departure if you would like a late check out. We will be happy to accommodate you if possible.
Are linens, towels, dishes etc. provided?
Yes. The units are fully equipped with most everything you will need for basic cooking and dining. Also, sheets and towels are provided as well as personal amenities (bath soap and shampoo).
Are there snakes?
We are in the woods, in the mountains. There is every type of wildlife, including snakes. The poisonous variety includes rattlesnakes and copper heads. Caution should be used when walking through the woods especially in high grass and underbrush. Be careful which lifting rocks or logs as snakes hide under them. Make noise when walking through the woods to give snakes a warning that you are coming. They are as afraid of you as you may be of them. If you happen to encounter a snake, give it space and allow it to leave, then proceed. If you are hiking in the backcountry you may want to take a snakebite kit with you. If you are bitten, go immediately to the nearest rescue squad or the clinic in Lovingston for treatment.
Are there telephones in the units?
A telephone is available for use by guests in the cabin office during the day and up until 9 p.m. in the evening. You may also be reached in case of emergency at the office. The number is 540-377-5058.
Do you get television reception in the mountains?
Short answer, "No". The only units with television reception is Richard's retreat and Barb's House which features satellite television. The TVs are provided in each unit for viewing videos, which are available for rent from the office. Or, feel free to bring videos with you.
Do any of your units offer queen beds?
Yes. For the sleeping comfort of our taller guests, Richard's Retreat, Tony's Place and Barb's House offer a queen bed.
When I arrive, how will I know which cabin is which?
Each of the cabins is clearly marked with a sign indicating the name of the cabin. Upon your arrival go to the address provided in the directions and look for the sign indicating the cabin you have reserved.
Hiking Crabtree FallsCrabtree Falls features a series of five major cascades and a number of smaller ones that fall a total distance of 1,200 feet. The area offers a degree of isolation and freedom in a forest stream setting to both day hikers and backpackers. After crossing an arched wooden bridge spanning the Tye River, the trail wanders through rugged mountainside capturing scenic views of the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. The trail provides views of the falls from overlooks designed to accent the beauty of the valley. The first overlook is just 700 feet from the lower parking lot, making it an excellent stopover for travelers. The more adventuresome hiker may continue to the other overlooks, to Crabtree Meadows where the trail ends, or to the Appalachian Trail just one-half mile beyond Crabtree Meadows. Peak season for the waterfalls is from winter through spring, when the water is high. Although the water flow is lower during the remainder of the year, the trail is still popular. Good hiking boots or comfortable shoes are recommended. During the winter, the trail may be covered with ice and should be traveled with extreme caution. Crabtree Falls is located ¼ mile north of The Cabins at Crabtree Falls off State Route 56. A parking area is provided.Canoe & KayakCanoe and kayak on the beautiful and historic James River Basin. James River Basin Canoe Livery, Ltd. Offers canoeing for everyone from novice to whitewater champ, from fisherman to excursionist. Whether you want the thrill of fast water or the relaxation of slow, lazy paddling, whether youre looking for big game fish or beautiful scenery, theyve got a trip for you. Go for a day or go for several and camp along the river at sites they have arranged for you to use. Open year round. May 1 to September 30, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Seven days a week. October 1 to April 30 by appointment. James River Basin Canoe Livery, Ltd.1870 East Midland TrailLexington, Virginia 24450540-261-7334www.CanoeVirginia.comTake a ride on the Blue Ridge ParkwayVirginias 214 mile-long stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway begins in Nelson County. It links the Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. The Parkway offers fabulous panoramic views and opportunities for short side trips to interesting local attractions. The Parkway is a designated route on the Transamerica Bicycle Trail. No admission fee.Blue Ridge Parkwaywww.blueridgeparkway.orgBicycling on Nelson County back roadsNelson County contains 471 square miles of adventure and not one stoplight! Our quiet country roads wind along the Tye and James Rivers through meadows and pastures. In the mountains there are more demanding grades that will challenge even the most avid biker. On a bike you can see more of the Blue Ridge Mountain beauty which makes our county so special. Bring your bicycle and helmet and discover Nelson County by biking on our back roads! Mountain BikingIf you are a mountain biking enthusiast, check out the mountain bike rentals, trails and programs at Wintergreen Resort. Located just 15 miles from The Cabins at Crabtree Falls, the Wintergreen program offers a 12.5 mile, 3000 square foot downhill mountain biking park and a shuttle service back to the top! The George Washington National Forest has an additional 80 miles of trails, two of which have been voted among the best in the mid-Atlantic. You can rent your equipment and hire a guide to go along.Wintergreen Resortwww.WintergreenResort.comHike the Appalachian TrailHere in Nelson County we have 25 miles of the Appalachian Trail meandering through the Blue Ridge. The trail passes through the Crabtree Falls area and over Main Top Mountain (Elev. 4,000 ft.), The Priest Mountain (Elev. 4,063 ft.) Three Ridges (Elev. 3,970 ft.) Black Rock (elev. 3,800 ft.) and Humpback (elev. 3,645 ft.). Whether you are on a day trip or attempting the entire trail, a walk on the AT is always a memorable adventure. Appalachian Trailwww.atconf.orgVisit Washington and Lee University in LexingtonEndowed by George Washington in 1796, Washington and Lee University the ninth-oldest university in America. Here, General Robert E. Lee spent the last five years of his life serving as president of the University. Visit the Colonnade and the Lee Chapel. Both are National Historic Landmarks. In the lower level of Lee Chapel visitors will see the last office of Robert E. Lee, which remains much as it did when he left it on September 28, 1870. In the chapel is the famous statute of Robert E. Lee reclining in rest by Edward Valentine. The Lee Chapel was meticulously restored in 1962-1963 with the support of Ford Motor Company. Another major renovation was completed in 1998 in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the University. Washington and Lee University is located in Lexington, Virginia just off Interstate 81.Washington and Lee UniversityLexington, Virginia 24450-0303540/463-8768www.wlu.eduVisit Natural Bridge and CavernsSurveyed by George Washington for Lord Fairfax and Purchased from King George III by Thomas Jefferson in 1774, Natural Bridge is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Located just 5 minutes off exit 180 of Interstate 81. Hotel, Conference Center, Wax Museum, Caverns, restaurants, gift shop, mini-golf, tennis courts, and more! Open year round. Admission charged.Natural Bridge and Caverns800-533-1410www.naturalbridgeva.comFollow the Blue Ridge Art & Craft TrailsThe Blue Ridge Art and Craft Trails invite you to embark on this creative meander through quaint towns and villages, farming communities and small cities, National Parks and historic districts. Experience a celebration of creativity in the many galleries along the trails as you discover the works of the potters, weavers, painters, sculptors, and wood-workers that produce some of Americas finest art and craft. Visit the heritage museums that chronicle our histories and enjoy the splendor of our landscapes. This guide is your compass on a journey through the past, present and future. As you travel, you will learn the story of a land and its people, the artists and craft producers that work here and the beauty their hands create. Come meet our people, feel our history, touch our tradition, and all along the way discover! For additional information visit http://home.rica.net/handcraftVisit the Walton Mountain MuseumThe Walton Mountain Museum is a special blend of history, nostalgia and entertainment. The same building where young Earl Hamner, Jr. attended school now house replicas of sets from The Waltons, the memorable television series he created. Step back in time and memory to John-Boys bedroom, the Waltons kitchen and living room, and Ike Godseys store, which also serves as the Museums gift shop.Walton Mountain MuseumP. O. Box 124Schuyler, Virginia 22969888-266-1981www.waltonmuseum.orgAttend a Country FestivalThere are dozens of local festivals that take place each year in Nelson County. Check the Nelson County Department of Tourism to see what events are taking place during your visit to The Cabins at Crabtree Falls.Nelson County Department of TourismP. O. Box 636Lovingston, Virginia 22949434-263-7015www.NelsonCounty.comVisit a Blue Ridge Mountain VineyardFounded in 1972, Mountain Cove Vineyards is Central Virginias oldest winery. Located near Lovingston, the vineyard is just a short drive from U.S. Highway 29. Mountain Cove is a family-run farm and winery. The vineyard delights in showing you how they grow and make their wines. Tastings and tours are free, and all wines, as well as a nice selection of wine-related gifts, are on sale in an intimate shop. Picnic facilities are available for special events and group tours. Ship wines via U.P.S. Open noon to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Call for appointment at other hours.Mountain Cove VineyardsAl Weed, Winegrower1362 Fortunes Cove LaneLovingston, Virginia 22949804/263-5392800/489-5392Visit Montebello State Fish HatcheryEach year approximately 170,000 newly-hatched brook, brown and rainbow trout are nurtured to maturity at this rearing station, then released to stock all trout waters east of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Fish at various stages of maturity are visible in cascading pools. The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries operates the facility. Picnic tables and restrooms are available. Located on Route 690, one-half mile off State Route 56. Open daily 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free.Montebello State Fish Hatchery540-377-2418Trout FishingThe North Fork of the Tye River is a noted trout stream. Bring your fly fishing gear. You may also wish to visit the fishing pond at Montebello.Snow SkiingEnjoy downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing at Wintergreen Ski Resort featuring 24 slopes, two six-person chair lifts, 100% computerized snowmaking, and a summit elevation of 3,800 feet! December through March. Wintergreen Resort is located on state route 664 just off the Blue Ridge Parkway between mileposts 13 and 14 or state route 151 to route 664.Wintergreen Resort800-266-2444www.WintergreenResort.comHorseback RidingThe Rodes Farm Stable in Stoney Creek offers horseback riding mid-March through November. Open every day except Wednesdays. Trail rides, sunset trail rides, pony rides for children, vaulting and lessons are available. Rides at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.Rodes Farm Stable434-325-8260Shopping, Dining and Antique HuntingNelson County has a wide variety of restaurants, shops and antique stores. The Nelson County Visitor Center has brochures listing many of these. Stop by the Visitor Center on U.S. Route 29 in Lovingston on your way to The Cabins at Crabtree Falls. Or visit their web site.Nelson County Visitor CenterLovingston, Virginia800-282-8223www.NelsonCounty.comTake in a show at the Theater at Lime KilnUp until the early 1980s, the Kiln Theatre was little more than a hole in the ground with tumbled-down stone walls. Now the theatre seats 388 and the natural ruins of a building with parts of its chimney still intact create a wonderful background for plays and create the perfect dance floor for concerts. The Bowl Theatre is an intimate amphitheater that is the perfect setting for listening to world class artists. Lime Kilns third theater is The Tent. Used only in case of rain, it provides both audience and artist with dry cover. For current shows and information, visit their web site. The Lime Kiln is located off exit 188 from Interstate 81. Follow Route 60 West through town approximately 4 miles to a left on Borden Road. Lime Kiln is 2/10 of a mile on the left.Theater at Lime Kiln14 South Randolph StreetLexington, Virginia 24450www.cfw.com\limekilnVisit the Virginia Horse CenterThis 378-acre facility for horse shows and exhibitions is one of the finest in the nation. Barns accommodate over 700 horses and the first-class coliseum seats over 4,000 spectators. Open mid-January through mid-December; check their web site for upcoming events.Virginia Horse CenterP. O. Box 1051Lexington, Virginia 24450540-463-2194www.horsecenter.orgVisit Stonewall Jacksons HouseThomas Jonathan Jackson is known to the world as Stonewall Jackson, the Confederate general who earned his nickname for his stand at First Manassas and is best known for his brilliant leadership in the Valley Campaign of 1862. In Lexington, where Jackson lived and taught for ten years before the Civil War, he was known simply as Major Jackson. The Stonewall Jackson House at 8 East Washington Street is the only home that Jackson ever owned. Restored in 1979 by Historic Lexington Foundation, the house is furnished with many of Jacksons own possessions. Guided tours, conducted on the hour and half hour, provide information on Jacksons life and his family. Visitors may enjoy a walk through the restored garden and have the opportunity to browse in the museum shop. The house is a Registered National Landmark. Museum and shop hours are Monday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. The house is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, New Years Day and Easter. Admission is charged. Visit the Stonewall Jackson House by taking exit 188 from Interstate 81 and follow the signs to the Historic Lexington Visitor Center. The house is located one block west of the Visitor Center.The Stonewall Jackson House8 East Washington StreetLexington, Virginia 24450540/463-2552www.stonewalljackson.orgVisit Virginia Military InstituteFounded in 1839, VMI is the nations oldest state-supported military college. It seeks to educated the citizen-soldier for leadership roles in society.Virginia Military InstituteLexington, Virginia 24450540-464-7000www.vmi.eduVisit Cyrus McCormick FarmThis five-acre memorial plat at the Shenandoah Agricultural Research & Extension Center pays tribute to Cyrus McCormick and the ingenuity of the McCormick family. The memorial is designated a National Historic Landmark. Cyrus McCormick invented the first successful reaper and founded the harvesting machine industry. The worlds first successful mechanical reaper opened a new era in agriculture and made it possible for millions of people to leave the land and enter an industrial society. Visitors are welcome to tour the farm in Walnut Grove including the historic blacksmith shop turned museum, grist mill and manor house, which are National Historic Landmarks. Open daily 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free admission. Exit 205 off Interstate 81.Cyrus McCormick FarmP. O. Box 100Steeles Tavern, Virginia 24476703-377-2255www.vaes.vt.edu/steeles/mccormick.htmlGolfWintergreen Resort offers two golf courses. The eighteen-hole Devils Knob course, elevation 4,000 feet, is the highest course in Virginia. The Stoney Creek course is a Rees Jones-designed, twenty-seven-hole course.Wintergreen Resortwww.WintergreenResort.comVisit Historic Oak RidgeOak Ridge is a privately owned 4,800 acre estate. Its restoration began in 1990 and will continue well into the 21st century. Visitors to Oak Ridge are afforded the opportunity to see the pieces of a faded dream being returned to their once-splendid grandeur. Step through history as the story of Oak Ridge and its owners unfolds. Robert Rives, an international merchant, built the original manor house in 1802 on his tobacco plantation. Thomas Fortune Ryan, born in Lovingston, and orphaned by the age of nine, became one of the ten richest men in the United States. In 1901, he returned to Nelson County and began building his own private Piedmont kingdom. He added two wings and a third floor to the original Rives manor. The 23,000 square-foot mansion became the centerpiece of his palatial estate which included a power plant for electricity, a movie theatre, a 700,000-gallon reservoir water system, blacksmith and carpentry shops, an early phone company, a railroad station, a formal Italian garden and schools. Oak Ridge is open for private tours throughout the year by advance appointment only. A variety of event and festivals are open to the general public. Oak Ridge is located 2.4 miles off U.S. Highway 29 on Routes 653 and 650 in Nelson County.Oak Ridge Estate2300 Oak Ridge RoadArrington, Virginia 22922www.OakRidgeEstate.comVisit the Wintergarden Spa & Fitness Center. Get a Swedish, Aromatherapy or Deep Tissue Massage at the Wintergarden Spa at Wintergreen Resort. Also available are facials, aromatherapy wrap, body polish or salt glow body treatments. Manicures and pedicures, highlights, color treatments cuts and waxing services complete the offerings. Reservations required. Contact the Wintergarden Spa at Wintergreen Resort at www.wintergreenresort.com.Enjoy a stage performance at the Blackfriars Playhouse.Visit the Blackfriars Playhouse, an Elizabethean Theatre in Staunton, Virginia. See a Shakespeare play or a special holiday production. For schedule and reservations contact them at www.americanshakespearecenter.com.Enjoy an Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Sporting Event at UVAThe University of Virginia is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference athletic division. Enjoy seeing some of our nations top NCAA teams compete at Scott Stadium, the new John Paul Jones Arena or other athletic venues at the University of Virginia. For schedules and ticket availability contact the University at http://virginiasports.fansonly.com.Camping Crabtree Falls Campground www.crabtreefallscampground.comInformationNelson County Tourism Department- www.nelsoncounty.com
Hiking Crabtree Falls
Crabtree Falls features a series of five major cascades and a number of smaller ones that fall a total distance of 1,200 feet. The area offers a degree of isolation and freedom in a forest stream setting to both day hikers and backpackers. After crossing an arched wooden bridge spanning the Tye River, the trail wanders through rugged mountainside capturing scenic views of the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. The trail provides views of the falls from overlooks designed to accent the beauty of the valley. The first overlook is just 700 feet from the lower parking lot, making it an excellent stopover for travelers. The more adventuresome hiker may continue to the other overlooks, to Crabtree Meadows where the trail ends, or to the Appalachian Trail just one-half mile beyond Crabtree Meadows. Peak season for the waterfalls is from winter through spring, when the water is high. Although the water flow is lower during the remainder of the year, the trail is still popular. Good hiking boots or comfortable shoes are recommended. During the winter, the trail may be covered with ice and should be traveled with extreme caution. Crabtree Falls is located ¼ mile north of The Cabins at Crabtree Falls off State Route 56. A parking area is provided.
Canoe & Kayak
Canoe and kayak on the beautiful and historic James River Basin. James River Basin Canoe Livery, Ltd. Offers canoeing for everyone from novice to whitewater champ, from fisherman to excursionist. Whether you want the thrill of fast water or the relaxation of slow, lazy paddling, whether youre looking for big game fish or beautiful scenery, theyve got a trip for you. Go for a day or go for several and camp along the river at sites they have arranged for you to use. Open year round. May 1 to September 30, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Seven days a week. October 1 to April 30 by appointment.
James River Basin Canoe Livery, Ltd.
1870 East Midland Trail
Lexington, Virginia 24450
540-261-7334
www.CanoeVirginia.com
Take a ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Virginias 214 mile-long stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway begins in Nelson County. It links the Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. The Parkway offers fabulous panoramic views and opportunities for short side trips to interesting local attractions. The Parkway is a designated route on the Transamerica Bicycle Trail. No admission fee.
Blue Ridge Parkway
www.blueridgeparkway.org
Bicycling on Nelson County back roads
Nelson County contains 471 square miles of adventure and not one stoplight! Our quiet country roads wind along the Tye and James Rivers through meadows and pastures. In the mountains there are more demanding grades that will challenge even the most avid biker. On a bike you can see more of the Blue Ridge Mountain beauty which makes our county so special. Bring your bicycle and helmet and discover Nelson County by biking on our back roads!
Mountain Biking
If you are a mountain biking enthusiast, check out the mountain bike rentals, trails and programs at Wintergreen Resort. Located just 15 miles from The Cabins at Crabtree Falls, the Wintergreen program offers a 12.5 mile, 3000 square foot downhill mountain biking park and a shuttle service back to the top! The George Washington National Forest has an additional 80 miles of trails, two of which have been voted among the best in the mid-Atlantic. You can rent your equipment and hire a guide to go along.
Wintergreen Resort
www.WintergreenResort.com
Hike the Appalachian Trail
Here in Nelson County we have 25 miles of the Appalachian Trail meandering through the Blue Ridge. The trail passes through the Crabtree Falls area and over Main Top Mountain (Elev. 4,000 ft.), The Priest Mountain (Elev. 4,063 ft.) Three Ridges (Elev. 3,970 ft.) Black Rock (elev. 3,800 ft.) and Humpback (elev. 3,645 ft.). Whether you are on a day trip or attempting the entire trail, a walk on the AT is always a memorable adventure.
Appalachian Trail
www.atconf.org
Visit Washington and Lee University in Lexington
Endowed by George Washington in 1796, Washington and Lee University the ninth-oldest university in America. Here, General Robert E. Lee spent the last five years of his life serving as president of the University. Visit the Colonnade and the Lee Chapel. Both are National Historic Landmarks. In the lower level of Lee Chapel visitors will see the last office of Robert E. Lee, which remains much as it did when he left it on September 28, 1870. In the chapel is the famous statute of Robert E. Lee reclining in rest by Edward Valentine. The Lee Chapel was meticulously restored in 1962-1963 with the support of Ford Motor Company. Another major renovation was completed in 1998 in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the University. Washington and Lee University is located in Lexington, Virginia just off Interstate 81.
Washington and Lee University
Lexington, Virginia 24450-0303
540/463-8768
www.wlu.edu
Visit Natural Bridge and Caverns
Surveyed by George Washington for Lord Fairfax and Purchased from King George III by Thomas Jefferson in 1774, Natural Bridge is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Located just 5 minutes off exit 180 of Interstate 81. Hotel, Conference Center, Wax Museum, Caverns, restaurants, gift shop, mini-golf, tennis courts, and more! Open year round. Admission charged.
Natural Bridge and Caverns
800-533-1410
www.naturalbridgeva.com
Follow the Blue Ridge Art & Craft Trails
The Blue Ridge Art and Craft Trails invite you to embark on this creative meander through quaint towns and villages, farming communities and small cities, National Parks and historic districts. Experience a celebration of creativity in the many galleries along the trails as you discover the works of the potters, weavers, painters, sculptors, and wood-workers that produce some of Americas finest art and craft. Visit the heritage museums that chronicle our histories and enjoy the splendor of our landscapes. This guide is your compass on a journey through the past, present and future. As you travel, you will learn the story of a land and its people, the artists and craft producers that work here and the beauty their hands create. Come meet our people, feel our history, touch our tradition, and all along the way discover! For additional information visit http://home.rica.net/handcraft
Visit the Walton Mountain Museum
The Walton Mountain Museum is a special blend of history, nostalgia and entertainment. The same building where young Earl Hamner, Jr. attended school now house replicas of sets from The Waltons, the memorable television series he created. Step back in time and memory to John-Boys bedroom, the Waltons kitchen and living room, and Ike Godseys store, which also serves as the Museums gift shop.
Walton Mountain Museum
P. O. Box 124
Schuyler, Virginia 22969
888-266-1981
www.waltonmuseum.org
Attend a Country Festival
There are dozens of local festivals that take place each year in Nelson County. Check the Nelson County Department of Tourism to see what events are taking place during your visit to The Cabins at Crabtree Falls.
Nelson County Department of Tourism
P. O. Box 636
Lovingston, Virginia 22949
434-263-7015
www.NelsonCounty.com
Visit a Blue Ridge Mountain Vineyard
Founded in 1972, Mountain Cove Vineyards is Central Virginias oldest winery. Located near Lovingston, the vineyard is just a short drive from U.S. Highway 29. Mountain Cove is a family-run farm and winery. The vineyard delights in showing you how they grow and make their wines. Tastings and tours are free, and all wines, as well as a nice selection of wine-related gifts, are on sale in an intimate shop. Picnic facilities are available for special events and group tours. Ship wines via U.P.S. Open noon to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Call for appointment at other hours.
Mountain Cove Vineyards
Al Weed, Winegrower
1362 Fortunes Cove Lane
804/263-5392
800/489-5392
Visit Montebello State Fish Hatchery
Each year approximately 170,000 newly-hatched brook, brown and rainbow trout are nurtured to maturity at this rearing station, then released to stock all trout waters east of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Fish at various stages of maturity are visible in cascading pools. The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries operates the facility. Picnic tables and restrooms are available. Located on Route 690, one-half mile off State Route 56. Open daily 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Montebello State Fish Hatchery
540-377-2418
Trout Fishing
The North Fork of the Tye River is a noted trout stream. Bring your fly fishing gear. You may also wish to visit the fishing pond at Montebello.
Snow Skiing
Enjoy downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing at Wintergreen Ski Resort featuring 24 slopes, two six-person chair lifts, 100% computerized snowmaking, and a summit elevation of 3,800 feet! December through March. Wintergreen Resort is located on state route 664 just off the Blue Ridge Parkway between mileposts 13 and 14 or state route 151 to route 664.
800-266-2444
Horseback Riding
The Rodes Farm Stable in Stoney Creek offers horseback riding mid-March through November. Open every day except Wednesdays. Trail rides, sunset trail rides, pony rides for children, vaulting and lessons are available. Rides at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Rodes Farm Stable
434-325-8260
Shopping, Dining and Antique Hunting
Nelson County has a wide variety of restaurants, shops and antique stores. The Nelson County Visitor Center has brochures listing many of these. Stop by the Visitor Center on U.S. Route 29 in Lovingston on your way to The Cabins at Crabtree Falls. Or visit their web site.
Nelson County Visitor Center
Lovingston, Virginia
800-282-8223
Take in a show at the Theater at Lime Kiln
Up until the early 1980s, the Kiln Theatre was little more than a hole in the ground with tumbled-down stone walls. Now the theatre seats 388 and the natural ruins of a building with parts of its chimney still intact create a wonderful background for plays and create the perfect dance floor for concerts. The Bowl Theatre is an intimate amphitheater that is the perfect setting for listening to world class artists. Lime Kilns third theater is The Tent. Used only in case of rain, it provides both audience and artist with dry cover. For current shows and information, visit their web site. The Lime Kiln is located off exit 188 from Interstate 81. Follow Route 60 West through town approximately 4 miles to a left on Borden Road. Lime Kiln is 2/10 of a mile on the left.
Theater at Lime Kiln
14 South Randolph Street
www.cfw.com\limekiln
Visit the Virginia Horse Center
This 378-acre facility for horse shows and exhibitions is one of the finest in the nation. Barns accommodate over 700 horses and the first-class coliseum seats over 4,000 spectators. Open mid-January through mid-December; check their web site for upcoming events.
Virginia Horse Center
P. O. Box 1051
540-463-2194
www.horsecenter.org
Visit Stonewall Jacksons House
Thomas Jonathan Jackson is known to the world as Stonewall Jackson, the Confederate general who earned his nickname for his stand at First Manassas and is best known for his brilliant leadership in the Valley Campaign of 1862. In Lexington, where Jackson lived and taught for ten years before the Civil War, he was known simply as Major Jackson. The Stonewall Jackson House at 8 East Washington Street is the only home that Jackson ever owned. Restored in 1979 by Historic Lexington Foundation, the house is furnished with many of Jacksons own possessions. Guided tours, conducted on the hour and half hour, provide information on Jacksons life and his family. Visitors may enjoy a walk through the restored garden and have the opportunity to browse in the museum shop. The house is a Registered National Landmark. Museum and shop hours are Monday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. The house is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, New Years Day and Easter. Admission is charged. Visit the Stonewall Jackson House by taking exit 188 from Interstate 81 and follow the signs to the Historic Lexington Visitor Center. The house is located one block west of the Visitor Center.
The Stonewall Jackson House
8 East Washington Street
540/463-2552
www.stonewalljackson.org
Visit Virginia Military Institute
Founded in 1839, VMI is the nations oldest state-supported military college. It seeks to educated the citizen-soldier for leadership roles in society.
Virginia Military Institute
540-464-7000
www.vmi.edu
Visit Cyrus McCormick Farm
This five-acre memorial plat at the Shenandoah Agricultural Research & Extension Center pays tribute to Cyrus McCormick and the ingenuity of the McCormick family. The memorial is designated a National Historic Landmark. Cyrus McCormick invented the first successful reaper and founded the harvesting machine industry. The worlds first successful mechanical reaper opened a new era in agriculture and made it possible for millions of people to leave the land and enter an industrial society. Visitors are welcome to tour the farm in Walnut Grove including the historic blacksmith shop turned museum, grist mill and manor house, which are National Historic Landmarks. Open daily 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free admission. Exit 205 off Interstate 81.
Cyrus McCormick Farm
P. O. Box 100
Steeles Tavern, Virginia 24476
703-377-2255
www.vaes.vt.edu/steeles/mccormick.html
Golf
Wintergreen Resort offers two golf courses. The eighteen-hole Devils Knob course, elevation 4,000 feet, is the highest course in Virginia. The Stoney Creek course is a Rees Jones-designed, twenty-seven-hole course.
Visit Historic Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is a privately owned 4,800 acre estate. Its restoration began in 1990 and will continue well into the 21st century. Visitors to Oak Ridge are afforded the opportunity to see the pieces of a faded dream being returned to their once-splendid grandeur. Step through history as the story of Oak Ridge and its owners unfolds. Robert Rives, an international merchant, built the original manor house in 1802 on his tobacco plantation. Thomas Fortune Ryan, born in Lovingston, and orphaned by the age of nine, became one of the ten richest men in the United States. In 1901, he returned to Nelson County and began building his own private Piedmont kingdom. He added two wings and a third floor to the original Rives manor. The 23,000 square-foot mansion became the centerpiece of his palatial estate which included a power plant for electricity, a movie theatre, a 700,000-gallon reservoir water system, blacksmith and carpentry shops, an early phone company, a railroad station, a formal Italian garden and schools. Oak Ridge is open for private tours throughout the year by advance appointment only. A variety of event and festivals are open to the general public. Oak Ridge is located 2.4 miles off U.S. Highway 29 on Routes 653 and 650 in Nelson County.
Oak Ridge Estate
2300 Oak Ridge Road
Arrington, Virginia 22922
www.OakRidgeEstate.com
Visit the Wintergarden Spa & Fitness Center.
Get a Swedish, Aromatherapy or Deep Tissue Massage at the Wintergarden Spa at Wintergreen Resort. Also available are facials, aromatherapy wrap, body polish or salt glow body treatments. Manicures and pedicures, highlights, color treatments cuts and waxing services complete the offerings. Reservations required. Contact the Wintergarden Spa at Wintergreen Resort at www.wintergreenresort.com.
Enjoy a stage performance at the Blackfriars Playhouse.
Visit the Blackfriars Playhouse, an Elizabethean Theatre in Staunton, Virginia. See a Shakespeare play or a special holiday production. For schedule and reservations contact them at www.americanshakespearecenter.com.
Enjoy an Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Sporting Event at UVA
The University of Virginia is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference athletic division. Enjoy seeing some of our nations top NCAA teams compete at Scott Stadium, the new John Paul Jones Arena or other athletic venues at the University of Virginia. For schedules and ticket availability contact the University at http://virginiasports.fansonly.com.
Camping
Crabtree Falls Campground www.crabtreefallscampground.com
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The Crabtree Falls Company of Virginia is a Limited Liability Company (LLC) which owns The Cabins at Crabtree Falls. The company is owned by our family. We are The Norman Family and we live in Paeonian Springs, Virginia. (That is just outside of Leesburg, Virginia or about 18 miles northwest of Dulles International Airport.)
My wife, Vickie, and I have been property owners here at Crabtree Falls since 1984. In 2000, we purchased Annies Cabin, Barbs House and Jacks Place from Barbara Otto, a long-time family friend.
Vickie and I have a son, JD and daughter, Beth Anne. The Blue Ridge Mountains, and especially Crabtree Falls, are one of our favorite vacation spots. When the cabins became available to us it was an opportunity too good to pass up. Our family frequently visits here at Crabtree Falls and you may see us around during your visit. If so, please stop and say hello! We want our guests to become our friends!
Vickie is the Vice-President and CEO of RMLC, a direct mail list company based in Leesburg, Virginia. I am the President of RMLC and The Richard Norman Company, a direct mail fundraising creative agency based in Leesburg.
When we are not working we love to travel. It is our love of travel that convinced us that we could be good hosts to our guests of The Cabins at Crabtree Falls. We want to provide you with a memorable vacation experience that is everything we would expect when we are traveling. I am an especially picky traveler, so if it meets my standards, it should meet almost anyones!
We hope you will enjoy your stay with us. After your stay, please come back to our web site and complete the guest questionnaire to let us know about your visit. We want you to visit us again many times and want to know if there is any way to make your next visit even better.
Thanks for visiting our web site and we hope to see you at The Falls!
Richard Norman
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