We have visited the Afton/Charlottesville area a couple of times,
here are a few places we reccomend.
There are lots of wineries, breweries, and restuarants in the area!
Downtown Mall
108 5th St. NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
One of the lengthiest pedestrian malls - more than 150 bars, restaurants, and shops.
Eastwood Farm and Winery
2531 Scottsville Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Family friendly with wine, beer, and small food menu.
Afton Mountain Vineyards
234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA 22920
Winery with 360 degree mountain views!
~30 minutes from Charlottesville
Brewing Tree Beer Co.
9278 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton, VA 22920
A riverside brewery with an onsite food truck. Family friendly with lots of outdoor space.
~ 30 minutes from Charlottesville
Saunders-Monticello Trail
503 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Monticello's park with scenic views, an arboretum & a pond, plus running & biking trails.