INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON, A Michelin Three-Star Restaurant The Inn at Little Washington has become an international culinary shrine. Chef/Proprietor, Patrick O'Connell's approach to cooking, pays homage to the tenets of classical French cuisine and reflects a belief in "the cuisine of today" — healthy, eclectic, imaginative, unrestricted by ethnic boundaries. Phone: (540) 675-3800 theinnatlittlewashington.com
Patty O's Cafe and Bakery We are excited to unveil Patty O's Cafe in Little Washington. A former gas station on the village square has been transformed into a charming sidewalk cafe, an inviting bar, and a cozy dining room. A bakery and European-style pastry shop are located on the side of the building. Patrick O'Connell is now finally able to fulfill a lifelong dream of offering the simple, classic American dishes of his childhood, reimagined.
Located directly across the street from its sister restaurant, the 3 Michelin Starred Inn at Little Washington, the cafe offers an additional dining option for visitors and guests of the Inn. Phone: (540) 675-3801pattyoscafe.com
Blue Rock
The Restaurant Offers $99 four-course prix-fixe gourmet menu created by chef Bin Lu, former head chef at two Michelin-starred tasting room Pineapple & Pearls in Washington, DC. The Tasting Room Offers wines, beers and spirits sourced locally and from around the world, by the glass, bottle or flight. Seasonal outdoor seating expands from the slate Veranda to the Terrace with lounge sofas and bistro lights. Spend the afternoon savoring the mountain views in an Adirondack chair on our lawn and stay until the sunsets by the fireside. Guests joining us in The Tasting Room or on the Lawn may order from The Foothills Menu. Phone: (540) 987-3388 https://www.bluerockva.com/experience-the-restaurant/
THREE BLACKSMITHS Three Blacksmith's serves a fixed weekly dinner menu of local, seasonal, handcrafted foods from Rappahannock County, Virginia, and nearby. The elegant space with its open hearth, comfortable seating, and lavish wood finishes makes for a cozy, intimate dining experience. With just 16 seats and one seating time, the restaurant is yours for the evening. Sperryville VA 22740 Phone: (540) 987-5105 threeblacksmiths.com
GRIFFIN TAVERN This social gathering place for locals and weekenders features savory food in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Indoor dining, outdoor patio, and private dining room for groups. Weekends: live music and/or karaoke. Weeknights: darts, chess, and trivia. Open late on Friday and Saturday nights. Gluten-free options, free Wi-Fi, dog-friendly. Flint Hill VA 22627 Phone: (540) 675-3227 griffintavern.com
The Blue Door The Blue Door Kitchen is currently open for lunch and dinner Friday through Sunday and for dinner only on Thursday. We locally source all of our ingredients, so naturally, our menu is refreshed regularly. Please submit your reservation request in the form below. Flint Hill VA 22627 Phone: (540) 675-1700 https://thebluedoorkitchen.com/kitchen/
RAPPAHANNOCK PIZZA KITCHEN (RPK) Delicious bubbling, wood-fired pizza, hand-formed, carefully topped. and skillfully timed to be removed at just the right point. Sourced from neighboring farms, toppings are just the start of the show. The dough is made daily of unleavened bread, toasted crispy, flatbread style in a Mugnaini oven. Sperryville VA 22740 Phone:(540)9494 rappahannockpizzakitchen.com
Spa Services
LITTLE WASHINGTON SPA Little Washington Spa is located in the historic village of Washington, Virginia. Spa offerings include a variety of massage, manicures, and pedicures, skin care treatments, energy healing, reflexology, and more. Address: 261 Main St Washington, VA 22747 | Phone: (540) 675-1031 | Website: http://littlewashingtonspa.com/
Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries
LITTLE WASHINGTON WINERY & VINEYARDS Tucked into the sweet spot of Virginia wine country on the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Little Washington Winery is near Washington, VA, the town that George Washington laid out in 1749. The panoramic vistas are incredible here, and the wine is pretty good too! Washington, VA | Phone: (540) 987-8330 | Website: littlewashingtonwinery.com
QUIEVREMONT WINE Located in the lush Blue Ridge Mountain foothills at the center of Reality Farm, Quievremont vineyard is the latest addition to the farm established circa 1753. The wine's name derives from old French meaning goat hill and is appropriate to the vineyard's setting amidst the farm's cattle and goat herds. The vines enjoy an ideal micro-climate, with plenty of sunshine, gentle breezes, and fine soils, producing grapes that yield memorable wines with unique characteristics. Washington, VA | Phone: (540) 987-3192 | Website: quievremont.com
GADINO CELLARS Slip away to the quiet, beautiful countryside of Rappahannock County, only an hour's drive from Northern Virginia, and feel like one of "La Famiglia" at this family-owned and -operated winery. Relax with fine wines crafted from small lots of hand-picked grapes, artisan cheeses, and Italian sausages in an Italian-inspired tasting room or on the expansive deck overlooking the gardens, the vineyards, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Tours of the wine cellar are available by appointment. Gadino Cellars also has two regulation-size bocce ball courts for customers to use when they visit the winery tasting room. Washington VA 22747 | Phone: (540) 987-9292 | Website: gadinocellars.com
COPPER FOX DISTILLERY Home of Wasmund's Single Malt Whiskey. The only distillery in North America malting its own barley. See how the combination of tradition and creativity make your new favorite whiskey. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8554 | Website: copperfox.biz
HOPKINS ORDINARY ALE WORKS Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works is proud to brew small-batch craft beer in the cellar of the Bed and Breakfast. Made with local barley that is malted by our neighbors at Copper Fox Distillery, our beers feature local, seasonal ingredients whenever possible, such as hops, honey, fruit, and herbs. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-3383 | Website: www.hopkinsordinary.com
PEN DRUID BREWING The three musician brothers Lain, Van, and Jennings Carney created Pen Druid Brewing in Sperryville. The brothers brew beer like they approach their music... outside of the mainstream, favoring the weird over the mundane, and the nuanced over the obvious. Using as many local ingredients as possible, they hope to capture Virginia's spirit in their beers. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-5064 | Website: www.pendruid.com
SHARP ROCK VINEYARDS Sharp Rock Vineyards, located on the Hughes River at the foot of Old Rag Mountain, is one of the most beautiful vineyard locations in Virginia. Taste our wines, meander through the vineyards, meet our dogs, settle in at a picnic table or hammock, absorb the exceptional scenery, and sample our gourmet cheeses, bread, and summer sausage (or your picnic lunch). Our tasting room is open Friday-Sunday year-round and on Monday holidays (in October) and by appointment. Visit our online wine shop year-round to order wine to be shipped directly to you. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8020 | Website: sharprockvineyards.com
RAPPAHANNOCK CELLARS Recognizing the promise in Virginia wines, we moved our family's winery from California to the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of Virginia's hunt country, in Rappahannock County. Here in Virginia, we continue to create rich and elegant wines dedicated to the winegrower's art. Open daily year-round since 2001, we have established ourselves as a leader at the forefront of the Virginia wine industry. Our experienced wine-making team, coupled with careful tending of the vineyard and precise knowledge of the cellar, is producing exquisite, internationally recognized wines. Huntly VA 22640 | Phone: (540) 635-9398 | Website: www.rcellars.com
NARMADA WINERY Established in 2001, Narmada Winery boasts 51 acres of beautiful rolling countryside. Wanting to bring something unique to the region, owners Pandit and Sudha Patil invite you to "Taste Virginia, Experience India." The tasting room offers a variety of small-plate Indian food pairings and traditional light American fare on weekends, all complemented by handcrafted Virginia wines. Narmada is a family- and pet-friendly establishment and welcomes groups of all sizes to enjoy the cozy fireplace, deck, and comfortable outdoor seating. Amissville, VA 20106 | Phone: (540) 937-8215 | Website: narmadawinery.com
GRAY GHOST VINEYARDS Gray Ghost Vineyards is Rappahannock County's oldest winery. Family-owned and -operated winery producing internationally acclaimed wines from immaculate vineyards. Enjoy southern hospitality, a knowledgeable staff, beautiful picnic grounds, and spacious indoor facilities. Experience famous winery events, entertaining tours, and the most popular volunteer harvest program in Virginia! Named "Best of the East" four consecutive years by Vineyard and Winery Management magazine. Amissville, VA 20106 | Phone: (540) 937-4869 | Website: www.grayghostvineyards.com
MAGNOLIA VINEYARDS Magnolia Vineyards, located in scenic and beautiful Amissville, VA, is officially Virginia's 251st Winery. Their first planting, consisting of 3 acres, occurred in 2009 with the first harvest three seasons later in 2011, producing a limited run of 100 cases. They offer a carefully selected variety of Olde World wines prepared in classic European style while endeavoring to adhere to modern sustainable agricultural practices. Amissville, VA 20106 | Phone: (703) 785-8180 | Website: magnoliavineyards.com
SHARP ROCK VINEYARDS Sharp Rock Vineyards, located on the Hughes River at the foot of Old Rag Mountain, is one of the most beautiful vineyard locations in Virginia. Taste our wines, meander through the vineyards, meet our dogs, settle in at a picnic table or hammock, absorb the exceptional scenery, and sample our gourmet cheeses, bread, and summer sausage (or your picnic lunch). Our tasting room is open Friday-Sunday year-round and on Monday holidays (in October) and by appointment. Visit our online wineshop year-round to order wine to be shipped directly to you. Explore our website to learn more about our history, award-winning wines, popular dogs, charming bed and breakfast cottages, and more. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8020 | Website: sharprockvineyards.com
Antiques & Art
MIDDLE STREET GALLERY The Middle Street Gallery is a regional, nonprofit, artists' cooperative and gallery. Our 21 members include highly acclaimed painters, sculptors, photographers, and workers in multimedia. Our mission is to support quality and innovation in the arts. Please check our website for information about our monthly shows and meet-the-artist receptions. Washington, VA | Phone: (540) 987-9330 | middlestreetgallery.org
R.H. BALLARD ART, RUG & HOME Southern Living magazine voted this unique shop and gallery one of "TOP 50 SHOPS IN THE SOUTH." French jacquard tablecloths, fine gifts, art, Oriental rugs. Located in the heart of historic Washington, VA. Washington, VA 22747 | Phone: (540) 675-1411 | rhballard.com
COPPER FOX ANTIQUES Copper Fox Antiques has 30,000 square feet of antiques, furniture, books, and collectibles. Located off Route 211 at the end of River Lane. Take Water Street from Sperryville to River Lane or Route 1003 off Route 211 to Water Street to River Lane. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8800 | copperfoxantiques.com
DE'DANNAN GLASS Stained Glass artist Patricia Brennan is the owner of De'Danann Glassworks, a commission stained glass studio. She works in traditional stained-glass techniques and creates detail in her glass by silk screening, etching, or hand painting. De'Danann Glassworks is a lovely, relaxing place to come, be inspired, and create glass projects. We offer classes in stained glass and mosaics. A one-day workshop for small groups on the weekend can be arranged, or you may attend one of the regular courses offered on Wednesday or Thursday mornings. The studio is open by appointment; we look forward to your call. If you're passing through Sperryville, Patricia's work can also be found at Coterie, located on RT. 211 in the School House complex. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8615 | www.dedanann.net
GLASSWORKS GALLERY/OLDWAY ART CENTER Glassworks Gallery is the largest, most unusual gallery in the area. With unique, top-quality local artwork and gifts, hand-blown art glass, exquisite ceramics, striking jewelry, stained glass, fine sculpture, woodwork, metalwork, and many one-of-a-kind pieces, Glassworks Gallery makes most of the products they sell on the property. Our 25th year in business. Glass-blowing classes by appointment. They also fill propane tanks. Sperryville, VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8474 | glassworksgallery.com
FAR RIDGE CERAMICS Far Ridge Ceramics is a small, family-run studio nestled in the foothills of Virginia's beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Owner/artisan, Libet Henze, creates a wide range of ceramic field, border, and accent tiles. They also sell decorative tile, mosaic panels, pet bowls, and an assortment of domestic wares. Each item is completely handmade from start to finish in the studio. We welcome visitors by appointment -- please call or e-mail (libet@farridgeceramics.com) to set up a time to visit. Castleton, VA 22716 | Phone: 540 937 5605 | farridgeceramics.com
HALEY FINE ART Fine art, jewelry, and sculpture from the region's foremost artists. Revolving shows, group exhibits, and demonstrations. Collectors welcome. Sperryville VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-1000 | haleyfineart.com
JUBA MOUNTAIN POTTERY In her studio and showroom at Juba Mountain Pottery, Susan Dienelt makes and sells elegant but still very functional stoneware pots to be used in the kitchen, at the table, and around the home. Her pots are dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe. They are fired in a very hot gas kiln in which salt is added toward the end of the firing. The interaction of the salt, the heat, and the clay forms a special patina, making certain that no two pots look exactly alike. See her pots and where they are made with a beautiful view of Old Rag Mountain. Sperryville VA 22740 | Phone: (540) 987-8041 | jubamountainpottery.com
RIVER DISTRICT ARTS River District Arts (RDA) is a vibrant creative community with ten artist studios, an artisan market, and two exhibiting galleries featuring local and regional art. Visit with more than a dozen artists working in a wide variety of media and styles, including oil, watercolor, photography, ceramics, and collage. RDA is located in Sperryville's River District. It is housed in a beautifully restored post-and-beam apple packing facility from the 1930s, with touches of sophisticated, modern interior architecture combined with rustic wood floors and sliding stable doors. Once your car is parked, you can also visit Middle Street Gallery, Copper Fox Antiques, and Copper Fox Distillery, our River District neighbors. Accessible. Sperryville, VA | Phone: (703) 789-0124
Outdoor Recreation
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK Shenandoah — a wilderness oasis in the busy East. Gazing across the horizon from the peaks of Shenandoah National Park, it's hard to believe you are just 75 miles from the bustle of our nation's capital. Take Skyline Drive along the crest of the mountains through the woods and past spectacular vistas. Hike in the shade of oak trees along the Appalachian Trail, discover the stories from Shenandoah's past or relax in the wonder of the wilderness. From Rappahannock County, proceed west on U.S. 211 seven miles from the village of Sperryville to the Thornton Gap entrance to Skyline Drive, or come into the park by way of trails located on the eastern slopes of Rappahannock County at designated trailhead entry points. Luray, VA 22835 | Phone: (540) 999-3500 | Website: nps.gov/shen
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN GUIDES Shenandoah Mountain Guides operates extensively in the Blue Ridge region of Virginia and Maryland, and the Potomac Highlands of West Virginia. Formerly known as the Teamlink Mountain Sports Center, the staff maintains teaching and practical expertise in a broad spectrum of outdoor activities, including canoeing, backpacking, orienteering, survival/outdoor skills, mountain biking, outdoor leadership, rock climbing, and environmental awareness. SMG is a permitted and licensed guiding/educational service provider for Shenandoah National Park; the company's founder, Andy Nichols, grew up in Rappahannock and is familiar with its best-kept natural secrets. Frederick, MD 21702 | Phone: (866) 455-8672 | teamlinkinc.com/shenandoah
