Suzanne Schwee and Ben Ward
Places To Visit
King Family Vineyards
Enjoy the beautiful scenery while sipping on some delicious Virginia wine.
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards is one of Charlottesville's best vineyards. With a gorgeous view, a wide array of wines and a delicious menu, it is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine and spend the afternoon. About a 20 minute drive from Charlottesville. Open Tuesday - Sunday 11am-5pm.
Carter Mountain Orchard
You can pick-your-own or buy fresh-picked apples, fresh-pressed apple cider, homemade apple cider donuts (a runaway hit year after year), and tasty apple pies and apple caramel cookies. All in all, a perfect way to enjoy the beautiful Virginia countryside.
Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall
Take a stroll down the downtown mall and enjoy patio dining, cute shops and a farmers market.
Monticello
Situated on a mountaintop outside Charlottesville, this 5,000-acre plantation was home of Thomas Jefferson. Looking for some fresh Virginia air? Head to the Monticello Trail and make your way up to the Monticello Visitor's Center by foot.
Blue Mountain Brewery
Blue Mountain Brewery was recently voted Charlottesville's "Best Of" for the third year in a row. Great beer, great food, great views. About a 35 minute drive from Charlottesville. Open Monday - Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday 11am-9pm.