We have visited the Afton/Charlottesville area a couple of times,
here are a few places we recommend.
There are lots of wineries, breweries, and restuarants in the area!
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
Dr. Ho's Humble Pie
4916 Plank Road, North Garden, VA 22959
"The best ranch!!" - Justin
Laid-back eatery serving inventive pizzas, burgers & updated takes on old-school comfort food.
Less than 15 minutes from Charlottesvile and very close to Pippin Hill Winery.
Downtown Mall
108 5th St. NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
One of the lengthiest pedestrian malls - more than 150 bars, restaurants, and shops.
Saunders-Monticello Trail
503 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Monticello's park with scenic views, an arboretum & a pond, plus running & biking trails.