Rachel's Guidebook
Things to do
A great hike only about 30 minutes away, it’s great for people that want a longer, slightly more difficult hike (3.5 miles) or a mile long version accessible to people of all ages. Views at the top are incredible.
41 locals recommend
Humpback Rocks Visitor Center and Picnic Area
Milepost 5.8 Blue Ridge ParkwayA great hike only about 30 minutes away, it’s great for people that want a longer, slightly more difficult hike (3.5 miles) or a mile long version accessible to people of all ages. Views at the top are incredible.
Wintergreen Resort
39 Mountain Inn LoopGreat skiing only an easy 35 minute drive down the road
A mile down the road from the house, this is the hub of activity for UVa students and Charlottesville residents alike. Find great hidden restaurants, coffee shops, local stores, and a fun night scene.
12 locals recommend
The Corner
1501 University AveA mile down the road from the house, this is the hub of activity for UVa students and Charlottesville residents alike. Find great hidden restaurants, coffee shops, local stores, and a fun night scene.
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
5022 Plank RdOne of the best wineries in the area
Another great winery only about a 15 minute drive from the house
95 locals recommend
Jefferson Vineyards
1353 Thomas Jefferson PkwyAnother great winery only about a 15 minute drive from the house
Walnut Creek Park
4250 Walnut Creek Park RoadKeswick Vineyards
1575 Keswick Winery DrAlso has golf
It’s technically called the Monticello wine trail and it is a group of 30 of some of the best wineries in the greater Charlottesville area
14 locals recommend
Monticello Wine Tour & Coach Co.
925 E Market StIt’s technically called the Monticello wine trail and it is a group of 30 of some of the best wineries in the greater Charlottesville area
Downtown Mall
Virginia Discovery Museum
524 E Main StCarter Mountain Orchard
1435 Carters Mountain TrailApple pickings and other fun fall staples!
Blenheim Vineyards
31 Blenheim FarmThe Paramount Theater
215 E Main StSightseeing
Only a 30 second walk to reach the bounds of campus. Worth it to take a few hours to explore all the campus has to offer
251 locals recommend
University of Virginia
918 Emmet St NOnly a 30 second walk to reach the bounds of campus. Worth it to take a few hours to explore all the campus has to offer
Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance
Blue Ridge ParkwayMonticello
1050 Thomas Jefferson PkwyAppomattox Court House National Historical Park
111 National Park DrSkyline Drive Scenic Roadway, South Terminus
Skyline DriveJames Monroe's Highland
2050 James Monroe PkwyFood scene
Michie Tavern
683 Thomas Jefferson PkwyAberdeen Barn Steak House
2018 Holiday Dr