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Unique Experiences

Off the usual radar maps
The entire outside world is based on your thoughts and mental attitude. The entire world is your own projection”…Satchidananda. Sign up for a day ($35) or half day ($25)…includes vegetarian meal/s, meditation & Hatha Yoga classes, tour…. Or explore on your own. If you choose going on your own don’t miss Lotus, Mount Kailash, Chidambaram and their farm. I advise calling before you visit to verify they’re open as it’s a 45 minute drive.
12 locals recommend
Yogaville - Satchidananda Ashram
108 Yogaville Way
12 locals recommend
The entire outside world is based on your thoughts and mental attitude. The entire world is your own projection”…Satchidananda. Sign up for a day ($35) or half day ($25)…includes vegetarian meal/s, meditation & Hatha Yoga classes, tour…. Or explore on your own. If you choose going on your own don’t miss Lotus, Mount Kailash, Chidambaram and their farm. I advise calling before you visit to verify they’re open as it’s a 45 minute drive.
All phenomena are empty and created by our minds…Yongzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche. Please call before visiting. Make sure to circumambulate the Stupa…the Bon do so counterclockwise. Also visit the Elements Garden & Bookstore (if open or visit online)
Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
560 Drumheller Ln
All phenomena are empty and created by our minds…Yongzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche. Please call before visiting. Make sure to circumambulate the Stupa…the Bon do so counterclockwise. Also visit the Elements Garden & Bookstore (if open or visit online)
Don’t get addicted to being human. This is only temporary. Robert A. Monroe… Best to call before visiting. They have several introductory programs during the year. Be sure to visit their bookstore, crystal & Ladvrynith.
The Monroe Institute
365 Roberts Mountain Road
Don’t get addicted to being human. This is only temporary. Robert A. Monroe… Best to call before visiting. They have several introductory programs during the year. Be sure to visit their bookstore, crystal & Ladvrynith.
Open 12-4 on weekends. Wonderful place to learn about the uniqueness of Nelson County. It showcases the Nelson Scenic Loop & it’s associated points of interest. RVNF is part of Spruce Creek Park which also has 3 trails…the Children’s Nature Trail, the Butterfly Trail & the Birding Trail.
27 locals recommend
Rockfish Valley Foundation Natural History Center
1368 Rockfish Valley Hwy
27 locals recommend
Open 12-4 on weekends. Wonderful place to learn about the uniqueness of Nelson County. It showcases the Nelson Scenic Loop & it’s associated points of interest. RVNF is part of Spruce Creek Park which also has 3 trails…the Children’s Nature Trail, the Butterfly Trail & the Birding Trail.
Totally unique. The Blue Ridge Mycology Society has their monthly meetings there…second Sunday 2-4
8 locals recommend
Quarry Gardens at Schuyler
1643 Salem Rd
8 locals recommend
Totally unique. The Blue Ridge Mycology Society has their monthly meetings there…second Sunday 2-4
Very quaint…local products, fishing pond…
12 locals recommend
Montebello Country Store
15072 Crabtree Falls Hwy
12 locals recommend
Very quaint…local products, fishing pond…
Originally built in 1790’s. A “Crown of Nelson” for sure❣️They have a monthly Mill Race Market (12-4) August 7, September 4, October 2, November 6…tours, demonstrations & products. 3211 Lowesville Rd Roseland, VA 22967
Woodson's Mill
3211 Lowesville Road
Originally built in 1790’s. A “Crown of Nelson” for sure❣️They have a monthly Mill Race Market (12-4) August 7, September 4, October 2, November 6…tours, demonstrations & products. 3211 Lowesville Rd Roseland, VA 22967
In Stoney Creek Subdivision. Daily fees. Sandy beach, various rentals (bikes, fishing poles etc), concession stand & floating play equipment.
54 locals recommend
Lake Monocan Park
110 Camping Ridge
54 locals recommend
In Stoney Creek Subdivision. Daily fees. Sandy beach, various rentals (bikes, fishing poles etc), concession stand & floating play equipment.
37 locals recommend
The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen
3421 Wintergreen Dr
37 locals recommend
Year round fun.
29 locals recommend
Discovery Ridge Adventure Center
State Route 664
29 locals recommend
Year round fun.
Great place for the history enthusiast! They hold special events year round…please check on their website or call to see if it’s OK to visit. Make it a day & combine with Crabtree Falls, Spy Rock Lookout, Priest Wilderness, Montebello State Fish Hatchery &/or Gertie’s Country Store. The Tye River Valley is Magnificent & off the beaten path of Rt 151.
6 locals recommend
Pharsalia Events LLC
2333 Pharsalia Rd
6 locals recommend
Great place for the history enthusiast! They hold special events year round…please check on their website or call to see if it’s OK to visit. Make it a day & combine with Crabtree Falls, Spy Rock Lookout, Priest Wilderness, Montebello State Fish Hatchery &/or Gertie’s Country Store. The Tye River Valley is Magnificent & off the beaten path of Rt 151.
37 locals recommend
Waltons Mountain Museum
6484 Rockfish River Rd
37 locals recommend
A olfactory delight❣️
9 locals recommend
Silver Fox Lavender Farm
877 Glenthorne Loop
9 locals recommend
A olfactory delight❣️
29 locals recommend
Tuckahoe Antiques
4202 Rockfish Valley Hwy
29 locals recommend
Local apples, jams…even a Apple Chapel
Apple Shed
14815 Thomas Nelson Highway
Local apples, jams…even a Apple Chapel
Sooo much fun for everyone…surrounded by stellar views of the Blue Ridge Mountains❣️
7 locals recommend
Corn Maze in The Plains
462 Winery Lane
7 locals recommend
Sooo much fun for everyone…surrounded by stellar views of the Blue Ridge Mountains❣️

Connect with local Animals

Truly a gift & blessing for the injured animals that reside beside us❣️
Wildlife Center of Virginia
1800 S Delphine Ave
Truly a gift & blessing for the injured animals that reside beside us❣️
Learn about keeping our streams / rivers stocked & conservation efforts to keep them plentiful.
12 locals recommend
Montebello State Fish Hatchery
359 Fish Hatchery Ln
12 locals recommend
Learn about keeping our streams / rivers stocked & conservation efforts to keep them plentiful.
Trail riding extraordinaire❣️
7 locals recommend
Appalachian Horse Adventures
349 Fork Mountain Ln
7 locals recommend
Trail riding extraordinaire❣️
9 locals recommend
Rebel's Run @ afton mountain
374 Mountain Rd
9 locals recommend
Local’s serving other sentient beings we share our planet with❣️
Hope's Legacy Equine Rescue, Inc.
2080 Castle Rock Road
Local’s serving other sentient beings we share our planet with❣️
Compassion for wildlife
Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary
5450 Wheelers Cove Road
Compassion for wildlife

Local food & Drink

Definitely a honey lover’s dream store
Love of Honey
4137 Tye Brook Highway
Definitely a honey lover’s dream store
Pig out…lol
42 locals recommend
Paulie's Pig Out
7376 Rockfish Valley Hwy
42 locals recommend
Pig out…lol
Love their potato salad & smoked turkey croissants.
59 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Pig
2198 Rockfish Valley Hwy
59 locals recommend
Love their potato salad & smoked turkey croissants.
We’ll worth the stop as you drive Rt 29 in & out of Nelson County
65 locals recommend
Dr. Ho's Humble Pie
4916 Plank Rd
65 locals recommend
We’ll worth the stop as you drive Rt 29 in & out of Nelson County
Best pizza in Nelson County
25 locals recommend
Vito's Lovingston
8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy
25 locals recommend
Best pizza in Nelson County
Outback Brew House
7995 Thomas Nelson Highway
Newest venue…incredible views
43 locals recommend
Hazy Mountain Vineyards & Brewery
240 Hazy Mountain Lane
43 locals recommend
Newest venue…incredible views
Local’s watering hole.
55 locals recommend
Wood Ridge Farm Brewery
165 Old Ridge Rd
55 locals recommend
Local’s watering hole.
Feels like France!
103 locals recommend
Basic Necessities
2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy
103 locals recommend
Feels like France!
Great pizza….great views!
358 locals recommend
Blue Mountain Brewery
9519 Critzer Shop Rd
358 locals recommend
Great pizza….great views!
On the way to & from Wintergreen, Reeds Gap, Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail…
326 locals recommend
Devils Backbone Basecamp Brewpub
200 Mosbys Run
326 locals recommend
On the way to & from Wintergreen, Reeds Gap, Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail…
Starry Night’s at Veritas are very fun!
262 locals recommend
Veritas Vineyards and Winery
151 Veritas Ln
262 locals recommend
Starry Night’s at Veritas are very fun!
Off the beaten path… Crepe weekends…walking trail.
44 locals recommend
Delfosse Vineyards & Winery
500 DelFosse Winery Ln
44 locals recommend
Off the beaten path… Crepe weekends…walking trail.
Love their smoked whiskey!
93 locals recommend
Silverback Distillery
9374 Rockfish Valley Hwy
93 locals recommend
Love their smoked whiskey!
Yummy seasonal cocktails🍹
38 locals recommend
Virginia Distillery Co.
299 Eades Ln
38 locals recommend
Yummy seasonal cocktails🍹
Make sure to visit the Apple Museum & walk down to the River.
251 locals recommend
Bold Rock Hard Cider
1020 Rockfish Valley Hwy
251 locals recommend
Make sure to visit the Apple Museum & walk down to the River.
Nice hangout by the River! Lobster Rolls.
74 locals recommend
Brewing Tree Beer Co.
9278 Rockfish Valley Hwy
74 locals recommend
Nice hangout by the River! Lobster Rolls.
19 locals recommend
Black Bear Creamery
18 Pheasant Run
19 locals recommend
25 locals recommend
Sweet Bliss Bakery
2789 Rockfish Valley Hwy
25 locals recommend
Local delivery.
36 locals recommend
Chirios Pizza
2777 Rockfish Valley Hwy
36 locals recommend
Local delivery.

Charlottesville Eats

The best sit down continental restaurant…ever❣️❣️❣️ I can still say this after 20+ years.
62 locals recommend
Duner's
4372 Ivy Rd
62 locals recommend
The best sit down continental restaurant…ever❣️❣️❣️ I can still say this after 20+ years.
The best bagels…ever! 3 locations in Charlottesville.
25 locals recommend
Bodo's Bagel Bakery
1418 Emmet St N
25 locals recommend
The best bagels…ever! 3 locations in Charlottesville.
The Best Mexican, Peruvian & Latin America❣️❣️
18 locals recommend
Al Carbon Chicken
1875 Seminole Trail
18 locals recommend
The Best Mexican, Peruvian & Latin America❣️❣️
Love the food & outside dining after exploring the Historic Downtown Mall in Charlottesville
31 locals recommend
Monsoon Siam
113 W Market St
31 locals recommend
Love the food & outside dining after exploring the Historic Downtown Mall in Charlottesville

Charlotesville Fun

Home to Friday’s After Five & The Pavilion.
291 locals recommend
Downtown Mall
291 locals recommend
Home to Friday’s After Five & The Pavilion.
Only Australian Aboriginal Museum in America.
28 locals recommend
Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVA
400 Worrell Drive
28 locals recommend
Only Australian Aboriginal Museum in America.
Beautiful Theater…fabulous local, National & International Events…on The Historic Downtown Mall.
99 locals recommend
The Paramount Theater
215 E Main St
99 locals recommend
Beautiful Theater…fabulous local, National & International Events…on The Historic Downtown Mall.
Wowzer!
90 locals recommend
The Rotunda
1826 University Ave
90 locals recommend
Wowzer!

Shenandoah Valley Fun

Unique, interactive, fun for all ages…a must for foreign visitors
113 locals recommend
Frontier Culture Museum
1290 Richmond Ave
113 locals recommend
Unique, interactive, fun for all ages…a must for foreign visitors
92 locals recommend
American Shakespeare Center's Blackfriars Playhouse
10 S Market St
92 locals recommend

Entertainment

Local music scene
10 locals recommend
Rapunzel's Coffee & Books
924 Front St
10 locals recommend
Local music scene