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Things To Do
Bull Run Golf Club
Located in the heart of Virginia’s horse country just minutes away from historic Civil War sites, you’ll find Bull Run Golf Club. Our Championship Golf Course is one of the Washington, D.C. area’s most outstanding public golf courses. We have lots of awards to our credit: Golf Magazine named Bull Run Golf Club as "The Best New Public Course in 1999; the Washington Times called us "The Best Public Course in the D.C. Area” in 2000; and Washington Golf Monthly named Bull Run one of "The Mid-Atlantic’s 100 Must-Play Courses”. The expansive course layout is very secluded, meandering through acres and acres of undeveloped scenic meadows, ponds, and woodlands. This is truly a must-play gem along the "Raspberry Golf Trail".
Middleburg Common Grounds
For a quick bite and cup of coffee, Middleburg Common Grounds is a quaint local spot with enough charm, and caffeine, to last you through the day.
King Street Oyster Bar
Another restaurant popular with Middleburg, VA locals is King Street Oyster Bar. This local favorite offers 12 varieties of oysters hailed from all across the Virginia Oyster Trail. The oysters are served no more than 24 hours out of East Coast waters and no more than 48 hours out of West Coast orders to ensure freshness and quality.
Brick and Mortar Mercantile
The shopping scene in Middleburg is vibrant, bustling and full of unique shops designed to let you enjoy enjoy a unique shopping trip in the heart of America’s Hunt Country. The Brick & Mortar Mercantile is a delightful place for a wine tasting and gift shopping while the beautiful Creme de la Creme nearby is a step over the shop’s threshold into a Provencal dream.
Creme de la Creme
Once you’ve exhausted your fashion shopping, turn to Creme de la Creme for luxury home goods that will be sure to satisfy the modern Francophile. Brimming with an elegant selection of tableware, linens, gifts, and unique furniture pieces, there is something for everyone at Creme de la Creme. And not only are their selections elegant and beautiful; they are also inspired by the owner’s passion for the Mediterranean, combining French and Italian styles with a tasteful eye.
Middleburg Antique Gallery
Next, check out Antiques! On Washington Street and Middleburg Antique Gallery to peruse and shop a wide selection of truly unique home pieces ranging from vintage to mid-century to modern.
Atelier Design & Decor
Make your final stop for home decor shopping at Atelier Design & Decor on Washington Street. The beautiful design house boasts an impeccably curated collection of home decor and gifts by designer and tastemaker, Teri Pakravan. Sourced from around the world, you will discover an eclectic selection of art, furniture, fabrics, lighting, wall covering, tile, hardware and accessories along with select vintage items, statement jewelry and chic accessories to be found no where else.
Nature Composed
After a lot of shopping, looking and appreciating all that Middleburg has to offer, we suggest getting your hands dirty. Nature Composed is a garden shop and floral design studio dedicated to celebrating nature’s gifts and during last Spring’s Historic Garden Week had a surprise visit from Martha Stewart who was charmed with the shop. Their shop, nestled in the picturesque area of downtown Middleburg, offers books on sustainable farming and gardening along with seasonal workshop classes.
Boxwood Estate Winery
Boxwood Estate Winery, bred from the vision of proprietor John Kent Cooke, former owner and president of the Washington Football Team, combines inspiration for their wines from the French Bordeaux with the uniquely Virginian. Seven varieties of grapes which are certified by the French government produce the three styles of red wine that Boxwood specializes in. The vines, spanning 26.5 acres, are planted upon the National Historic Landmark, Boxwood Estate, and exemplify the beauty and fruition that Middleburg is known for.
Cana Vineyards and Winery of Middleburg
Sweeping views of the Bull Run and Blue Ridge Mountains accompany the award-winning wines that Cana Vineyards offers. With 43-acres of farmland, a welcoming tasting room and sunset pavilion set on the hillside, the space allows for the utmost comfort and relaxation as there are endless areas for visitors to take in the beauty at this Middleburg winery. Winning Virginia Winery of the Year three times in a row at the New York International Wine Competition, Cana Vineyards has a passionate and knowledgeable team who are dedicated to crafting excellent Virginia-made wines.
Mt.Defiance Cidery and Distillery
If cider is your drink of choice, Mount Defiance Cidery & Distillery is a great stop to add to your itinerary. An artisanal cidery, they specialize in small batches to serve two stores in historic Middleburg: the Cider Barn and the Distillery, located downtown. It’s the go-to for a truly local experience of classic and craft ciders.
Lost Barrel Brewing
Lost Barrel Brewery is making a big name for themselves with small-batch craft brews and hard seltzers on their picturesque Middleburg property. Their Farmhouse Ale won the 2021 Virginia Craft Beer Cup award for Best Pale Ale in the state of Virginia. Guests can enjoy their drinks along with locally sourced artisanal foods in the loving restored historic barn, the tap house or near one of the fire pits.
Artists in Middleburg
Another artistic activity to consider adding to your Weekend in Middleburg is a trip to Artists in Middleburg (AiM), a nonprofit organization based out of a small art gallery in the nation’s hunt and horse capital. AiM hosts themed exhibitions each month for local artists as well as offers art classes to nurture and promote art education in the community.
National Sporting Library & Museum
Middleburg honors the history of the hunt by showcasing many attractions dedicated to the hounds and the horses, one of which is the National Sporting Library & Museum. The museum is a testament to the worthy title of “The Nation’s Horse and Hunt Capital,” whose contents are dedicated to preserving and promoting the historic sports that define Virginia Hunt Country.