Anna’s Guidebook to Madison
Wineries / Vineyards
Sharp Rock Vineyards
5 Sharp Rock RdNice wine, friendly hosts and near Old Rag Mountain.
Early Mountain Vineyards and Winery was voted America's #1 Tasting Room. It's a beautiful setting with great wine and food. It has somewhat limited opening hours, so please check their website for the latest updates.
147 locals recommend
Early Mountain Vineyards
6109 Wolftown-Hood RdEarly Mountain Vineyards and Winery was voted America's #1 Tasting Room. It's a beautiful setting with great wine and food. It has somewhat limited opening hours, so please check their website for the latest updates.
The owners are from Ireland and Belgium and serve wine in glassware collected across Europe. They also have cold cuts and cheese and homemade preserves. Beautiful views of the mountains from Hebron Valley.
43 locals recommend
Revalation Vineyards
2710 Hebron Valley RdThe owners are from Ireland and Belgium and serve wine in glassware collected across Europe. They also have cold cuts and cheese and homemade preserves. Beautiful views of the mountains from Hebron Valley.
DuCard Vineyards
40 Gibson Hollow LnQuaint winery nestled in the mountains very close to the house.
This new winery is walking distance from the property, about 1.5 miles each way down Route 642. They have live music on the weekends, cell reception and food trucks. There is also a brewery there.
32 locals recommend
Blue Quartz Winery
2585 S F T Valley RdThis new winery is walking distance from the property, about 1.5 miles each way down Route 642. They have live music on the weekends, cell reception and food trucks. There is also a brewery there.
Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery has a large selection of local wines, gifts and food. It is one of the most well established older wineries in Madison County. Right off of Route 29, they also have live music on the weekends. There is a brewery on the site as well.
59 locals recommend
Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery
154 Winery LnPrince Michel Vineyard and Winery has a large selection of local wines, gifts and food. It is one of the most well established older wineries in Madison County. Right off of Route 29, they also have live music on the weekends. There is a brewery on the site as well.
Breweries
Shotwell Run Brewery is on the same premises as Blue Quartz winery. Outdoor seat and scenic views with live music on the weekends and food trucks. You can walk there from the property (1.5 miles each way).
20 locals recommend
Shotwell Run Brewing Company
2585 S F T Valley RdShotwell Run Brewery is on the same premises as Blue Quartz winery. Outdoor seat and scenic views with live music on the weekends and food trucks. You can walk there from the property (1.5 miles each way).
Tap 29 Brewery is located on Beautiful Prince Michel Vineyards and has a variety of craft brews and bar food.
Tap 29 Brewery
154 Winery LaneTap 29 Brewery is located on Beautiful Prince Michel Vineyards and has a variety of craft brews and bar food.
Bald Top Brewery is the place where locals come to hang out and listen to live music on the weekends. They have Pizza and other food and a large variety of beer and cider, including gluten free options. Located right outside the town of Madison.
105 locals recommend
Bald Top Brewing Co.
1830 Thrift RdBald Top Brewery is the place where locals come to hang out and listen to live music on the weekends. They have Pizza and other food and a large variety of beer and cider, including gluten free options. Located right outside the town of Madison.
Horseback Riding
Our neighbor Laura Fields offers Trail Riding around Scenic Madison County if you would like to experience local Horseback Riding. They are walking distance up the road from the house.
https://fieldstonetrails.com/
6 locals recommend
Fieldstone Trails
2585 S F T Valley RdOur neighbor Laura Fields offers Trail Riding around Scenic Madison County if you would like to experience local Horseback Riding. They are walking distance up the road from the house.
https://fieldstonetrails.com/
Graves Mountain Lodge offers horseback riding, trout fishing and a restaurant in the lodge. Drive up to the top lodge for a scenic view of the mountains.
45 locals recommend
Graves Mountain Lodge
Old Blue Ridge TurnpikeGraves Mountain Lodge offers horseback riding, trout fishing and a restaurant in the lodge. Drive up to the top lodge for a scenic view of the mountains.
Hiking
White Oak Canyon is a must see local attraction. There are several waterfalls including a swimming area in the large falls. The entrance is about 15 minutes drive from the house. You can hike all the way up to Big Meadows on Skyline drive if you are very adventurous. There is a fee per car to hike or you need a National Park Annual Pass. It is about a 1 hour moderate hike up to first fall.
8 locals recommend
Whiteoak Canyon Trail
Whiteoak Canyon TrailWhite Oak Canyon is a must see local attraction. There are several waterfalls including a swimming area in the large falls. The entrance is about 15 minutes drive from the house. You can hike all the way up to Big Meadows on Skyline drive if you are very adventurous. There is a fee per car to hike or you need a National Park Annual Pass. It is about a 1 hour moderate hike up to first fall.
Rapidan Camp, also known as Hoover Camp, is a scenic and historic hike that passes the retreat of former President Herbert Hoover, and First Lady Lou Henry Hoover. The circuit is a moderate hike and passes Big Rock Falls, which is a small pool and stream cascade where the trail crosses Mill Prong.
16 locals recommend
Rapidan Camp
Rapidan Camp, also known as Hoover Camp, is a scenic and historic hike that passes the retreat of former President Herbert Hoover, and First Lady Lou Henry Hoover. The circuit is a moderate hike and passes Big Rock Falls, which is a small pool and stream cascade where the trail crosses Mill Prong.
Old Rag Mountain is a 3,284 feet mountain in the Shenandoah National Park and is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the park. It is a very strenuous hike and is not for beginners or those with mobility issues as there is a rock scramble right at the end. If you have an entire day for hiking and the energy, the views are magnificent. A 9-mile (14.5 km) circuit hike or a 5.4-mile (8.7 km) out-and-back hike to the summit can be made.
102 locals recommend
Old Rag Mountain
Old Rag Mountain is a 3,284 feet mountain in the Shenandoah National Park and is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the park. It is a very strenuous hike and is not for beginners or those with mobility issues as there is a rock scramble right at the end. If you have an entire day for hiking and the energy, the views are magnificent. A 9-mile (14.5 km) circuit hike or a 5.4-mile (8.7 km) out-and-back hike to the summit can be made.
Sightseeing
Skyline Drive is a 105-mile (169 km) road that runs the entire length of the National Park Service's Shenandoah National Park in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can enter from Luray, VA or Swift Run Gap on Route 33W. There are many hikes for all levels of difficulty. Hawksbill summit is the highest point in the park and a great overlook for watching the sunset (30-45 minutes hike each way). There is also a lodge with food at Big Meadows. You can hike to White Oak Canyon Waterfalls from the upper part of the park as well.
7 locals recommend
Skyline Drive
Skyline DriveSkyline Drive is a 105-mile (169 km) road that runs the entire length of the National Park Service's Shenandoah National Park in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can enter from Luray, VA or Swift Run Gap on Route 33W. There are many hikes for all levels of difficulty. Hawksbill summit is the highest point in the park and a great overlook for watching the sunset (30-45 minutes hike each way). There is also a lodge with food at Big Meadows. You can hike to White Oak Canyon Waterfalls from the upper part of the park as well.