Explore the AreaWine TastingSperryville is surrounded by several award-winning wineries that offer tastings and tours. Pick up a wine map and enjoy a day of gazing at the countryside bounded by mountains and tasting the fruits of the vintners’ labor. Feel free to ask for directions and recommendations during or in advance of your stay. Tour our local Distillery
Sperryville is home to Copper Fox Distillery, which makes Wasmund's Single Malt Whisky and Copper Fox Rye Whisky. The distillery tour is educational and lots of fun! Cycling
Scenic country roads around Sperryville offer lots of riding options. Your innkeepers can recommend routes as short or as long as you like. Art and Antique ShoppingThe village of Sperryville and its surrounding area feature art and antique shopping, along with other small shops. The old Main Street has been recognized by the National Register as an Historic Village. Whether you are interested in paintings, drawings, pottery, glassware or photography, Sperryville offers it all. Many of the artists call Rappahannock County home and feature it in their art. The nearby town of Washington has many shops and art galleries and we highly recommend it as a beautiful place to stroll. Haley Fine Art
Just across the street from Hopkins Ordinary, Haley Fine Art features regional art and fine crafts. They also offer custom picture framing, art appraisal, design, delivery and installation services. Knit Wit Yarn ShopFeaturing local yarns, creative gift ideas and classes.
Copper Fox Antiques
This 1930s apple packinghouse and cold storage has been converted to a large antique and furniture market with over 50,000 square feet of primitives, victorian, early American, and 20th century furniture. Farm Visits
Nearby farms offer tours and opportunities to pick your own fruit in season: berries, apples, peaches, pumpkins. Many of the farms are organic and/or feature sustainable farming methods. Talk to the farmer and enjoy the seasons through the fresh local food. Waterpenny Farm is a nearby farm with a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. CanoeingCanoeing, kayaking, tubing and rafting are available on the nearby Shenandoah River. We can help direct you to the outfitters. http://www.frontroyalcanoe.com/ http://www.shenandoahriver.com/ CavernsLuray Caverns is less than half an hour away, and other caverns are nearby. http://www.skylinecaverns.com/ FishingThere are a number of streams and rivers in the area known for good fishing. http://www.pagevalleyflyfishing.com http://www.roseriverfarm.com/index.html http://www.searchflyfishing.com Spa ServicesMassages, manicures, pedicures, and other spa services are available close by. Or the therapists can come to the B&B for an in-room massage. Multiple therapists are available. Horseback RidingAsk us about making reservations for riding. This is a great way to see the countryside. 2012 Artist Studio Tour - November 3 & 4
The eight annual Artists of Rappahannock Studio & Gallery Tour will be held Saturday and Sunday, November 3 and 4, 10AM-5PM, in the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Visit the studios of dozens of artists, many of them in their homes in the beautiful countryside, and tour more than a dozen galleries in the area. The Tour begins at the Fire Hall in “Little” Washington, Virginia, where you will be able to view representative artwork from all the studios and galleries and pick up a map with driving directions to all the locations. There is a $10 per person admission at the door. Fall Foliage
In October and early November, the trees begin to get ready for winter, offering visitors sensational leaf peeping opportunities for which the area is famous. Start with the huge sugar maple directly across the street from the Ordinary and move toward Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive. Bring your camera and a picnic lunch. Driving Tours and Car Service
Don’t want to drive? We can recommend a car service with a sedan or limousine, or just a driver for your own car. This works well if you are touring wineries or just don’t want to drive after that special dinner. Advance reservations are required - we recommend booking well in advance. |