Abigail's Guidebook
Outdoor Adventures!
Pleasant Grove is a massive public park with over 10 miles of hiking trails, a playground, multiple picnic shelters, an old farm museum, river views, and more!
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Pleasant Grove Park
Pleasant Grove is a massive public park with over 10 miles of hiking trails, a playground, multiple picnic shelters, an old farm museum, river views, and more!
A great local swimming hole in the Rivanna River! Less than 5 minutes down the road. Take a right out of the driveway, go a few miles past Pleasant Grove Park, and less than a 1/4 mile past the sheriff's office and library, you will see Pleasant Grove dog park on the left. If you park at the dog park and follow a short trail marked with signs for Sandy Beach, you will arrive at a beautiful little swimming hole! Great place for a picnic as well!
Sandy Beach Trail
Sandy Beach TrailA great local swimming hole in the Rivanna River! Less than 5 minutes down the road. Take a right out of the driveway, go a few miles past Pleasant Grove Park, and less than a 1/4 mile past the sheriff's office and library, you will see Pleasant Grove dog park on the left. If you park at the dog park and follow a short trail marked with signs for Sandy Beach, you will arrive at a beautiful little swimming hole! Great place for a picnic as well!
Sightseeing
Great downtown mall with tons of cute shops and restaurants! The Whiskey Jar is one of my personal favorites for a sit down meal. Marco and Luca's Dumpling shop is a great casual place to grab a bite to eat - and a local favorite! Water Street Parking Garage and Market Street Garage are great places to park and walk the mall.
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Downtown Mall
Great downtown mall with tons of cute shops and restaurants! The Whiskey Jar is one of my personal favorites for a sit down meal. Marco and Luca's Dumpling shop is a great casual place to grab a bite to eat - and a local favorite! Water Street Parking Garage and Market Street Garage are great places to park and walk the mall.
Downtown Palmyra is much smaller and more quaint than Charlottesville. There are a couple shops on main street, including Tote's McGoats Soap Shop. Village Station is a few streets over with a few adorable shops as well. Sweet Art Emporium (a shop with local art, jewelry, and candy), Glaze n' Blaze Pottery Painting, and Feather and Fowl Antique Shop. There is also a very short walking trail called the Rail Trail. You can park for free there, walk along the old railroad, and leave your car while you walk downtown!
Palmyra
Downtown Palmyra is much smaller and more quaint than Charlottesville. There are a couple shops on main street, including Tote's McGoats Soap Shop. Village Station is a few streets over with a few adorable shops as well. Sweet Art Emporium (a shop with local art, jewelry, and candy), Glaze n' Blaze Pottery Painting, and Feather and Fowl Antique Shop. There is also a very short walking trail called the Rail Trail. You can park for free there, walk along the old railroad, and leave your car while you walk downtown!
UVA's beautiful grounds are a must see if you're visiting Charlottesville. There are a few great restaurants nearby in an area known as "The Corner," including Bodo's Bagels, Boylan Heights, and more.
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UVA
UVA's beautiful grounds are a must see if you're visiting Charlottesville. There are a few great restaurants nearby in an area known as "The Corner," including Bodo's Bagels, Boylan Heights, and more.
Thomas Jefferson's Historic home. Tours of the home and beautiful gardens are available
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Monticello
1050 Thomas Jefferson PkwyThomas Jefferson's Historic home. Tours of the home and beautiful gardens are available
James Monroe's Historic Home. Beautiful Trails on the property! Tours available.
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James Monroe's Highland
2050 James Monroe PkwyJames Monroe's Historic Home. Beautiful Trails on the property! Tours available.
Wineries & Breweries
Please note this is only a small selection of local favorite breweries and wineries in the area! There are dozens more in Charlottesville, Afton, and Nellysford.
Cunningham Creek Winery is a local favorite! Less than 10 minutes away. They have a beautiful tasting room and lovely outdoor seating. They often have live music on the weekends.
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Cunningham Creek Winery
3304 Ruritan Lake RdCunningham Creek Winery is a local favorite! Less than 10 minutes away. They have a beautiful tasting room and lovely outdoor seating. They often have live music on the weekends.
Blenheim Vineyards
31 Blenheim FarmFood trucks on site every Saturday
From Jefferson Vineyards Website: "We are open Wednesday through Sunday (11AM - 6PM) on a first come, first serve basis. Service is outdoors. No groups over 8 people. We look forward to welcoming you!"
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Jefferson Vineyards
1353 Thomas Jefferson PkwyFrom Jefferson Vineyards Website: "We are open Wednesday through Sunday (11AM - 6PM) on a first come, first serve basis. Service is outdoors. No groups over 8 people. We look forward to welcoming you!"
Tasting Room & Taphouse at Mount Ida Reserve
5931 Moonlight DrWonderful Food, Beer, and Wine!
From Thatch's website:
"Here at Thatch, we acknowledge that great wine takes time. And half the fun is how you get there, so we want you to enjoy this journey with us.
Your Thatch experience should be top-notch whether you’re visiting for the first time or you’re one of our exclusive Reserve Club Members. Our goal is always the same… Exceptional wine, amazing service and an experience that will have you coming back for more."
Beautiful Location!
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Thatch Winery
1650 Harris Creek RdFrom Thatch's website:
"Here at Thatch, we acknowledge that great wine takes time. And half the fun is how you get there, so we want you to enjoy this journey with us.
Your Thatch experience should be top-notch whether you’re visiting for the first time or you’re one of our exclusive Reserve Club Members. Our goal is always the same… Exceptional wine, amazing service and an experience that will have you coming back for more."
Beautiful Location!
From James River Breweries Website:
"James River Brewery makes its home in a 19th century, brick tobacco warehouse in small-town, historic Scottsville, Virginia. Though it was once called James River Brewing company 2012-2015. In 2015 the current owners and brewing team took charge and business has been booming since. Not only has the Tap Room been renovated and state-wide distribution increase 300% since 2015. James River Brewery has also earned 5 prestigious awards, including Gold Medal at the 2015 Virginia Craft Brewers Cup, Plus Gold Medal and Best in Show at the 2016 Virginia Craft Brewers Cup."
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James River Brewery
561 Valley StFrom James River Breweries Website:
"James River Brewery makes its home in a 19th century, brick tobacco warehouse in small-town, historic Scottsville, Virginia. Though it was once called James River Brewing company 2012-2015. In 2015 the current owners and brewing team took charge and business has been booming since. Not only has the Tap Room been renovated and state-wide distribution increase 300% since 2015. James River Brewery has also earned 5 prestigious awards, including Gold Medal at the 2015 Virginia Craft Brewers Cup, Plus Gold Medal and Best in Show at the 2016 Virginia Craft Brewers Cup."
From Three Notch'd Brewery's website:
"This is not your typical brewpub! We specialize in creating locally-sourced, beer-infused dishes designed to complement the season as well as what’s on tap. From Southern classics to modern favorites and our kid’s menu, you’ll find something for everyone at the Craft Kitchen & Brewery. "
Great Food!
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Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery
520 2nd St SEFrom Three Notch'd Brewery's website:
"This is not your typical brewpub! We specialize in creating locally-sourced, beer-infused dishes designed to complement the season as well as what’s on tap. From Southern classics to modern favorites and our kid’s menu, you’ll find something for everyone at the Craft Kitchen & Brewery. "
Great Food!
From their website:
"Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery is Virginia's award-winning Farm Brewery, located on 305 pristine acres in Goochland County, Virginia, USA, Earth. We love to make innovative, premium beers for beer lovers. Small batch flavor and hard-to-come-by ingredients are just by-products of the craftsmanship and care that goes into each brew. "
Beautiful Location! Occasional Live music.
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Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery
4100 Knolls Point DrFrom their website:
"Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery is Virginia's award-winning Farm Brewery, located on 305 pristine acres in Goochland County, Virginia, USA, Earth. We love to make innovative, premium beers for beer lovers. Small batch flavor and hard-to-come-by ingredients are just by-products of the craftsmanship and care that goes into each brew. "
Beautiful Location! Occasional Live music.
Palmyra Restaurants
Asian Cafe
200 Lake Front DrJapanese Hibachi and Sushi. Takeout only at this time
Blue 53 Sports Bar & Grille
265 Turkeysag TrailWings, burgers, sandwiches and more. Sports Bar
Danny's Bar & Grill
63 Market StreetGreat Burgers!
Cuppa Joe
90 Joshua LnCute little cafe with great coffee!
El Vaquero West (Lake Monticello)
102 Joshua LnDelicious Mexican Classics! Great Jumbo Margaritas as well!
Pa Pa Jim's Soft Serve Treats
19289 James Madison HwyYummy Soft Serve! Outdoor seating only. Open seasonally.
Sal's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
198 Turkeysag TrailPasta, Pizza, Salads, and more
Villa Nova's
265 Turkeysag TrailPasta, Pizza, Salads, and more.