Beat The Heat & Crowds With An Off-Season Virginia Getaway
September 7th, 2010 by Jane Leisteiner, under Vacations. No Comments
Summer is great, the weather is warm and the sun is shining and every day is a picnic. But, summer also means crowds, crowds, crowds. Taking a vacation after Labor Day is an ideal choice for Empty Nesters who want to have a little fun. Consider the historic hamlet of Orange, Virginia, for you next vacation adventure.
Not only is Orange a picture-perfect Virginia town, it offers a myriad of activities throughout the year. No matter what you love to do, you are sure to find it in or around this historic town.
History lovers could spend weeks in Orange and still not visit all of the historic attractions located in the area. Just three miles from Orange, you’ll find the home of President James Madison. Not only can you enjoy a tour of the house and grounds, there are special events and programs going on throughout the year. The homes of Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe are less than an hour away, as well. In addition, you will find plenty of museums and other historic attractions to enjoy.
Winery tours and tastings are popular local attractions; this is Virginia wine country and half a million people visit each year to savor some local vintages. Visiting local craft and art galleries, specialty boutiques and antique shops are other fun ways to pass the time. If you want some outdoor activities, Orange offers everything from hiking, biking and horseback riding to more unique offerings such as hot air balloon rides, skydiving and even bi-plane rides.
The Holladay House Bed & Breakfast is the perfect Virginia bed & breakfast. The restored historic home features six guest rooms and suites, each decorated individually in a romantic style in keeping with the home’s 19th-century roots. Several rooms include a fireplace or double whirlpool tub, and a few have a private patio.
Innkeepers Sam and Sharon Elswick pamper their guests with plenty of amenities, including a homemade, gourmet full breakfast each morning. Guest baths are stocked with luxury bath soaps and fluffy towels. The beds are topped with fine linens, and you’ll find soft robes in your guest room. The innkeepers also offer various specials to guests at this Virginia bed and breakfast, including passes to President Madison’s house and tickets to local wineries.
Some exciting local events are in the works and you can enjoy them all at this Virginia bed and breakfast. In September, you can head to Orange and enjoy the Steam and Gas Pasture Party. This event features exhibits of steam boilers and engines, antique and classic cars. Also during this time is the Orange Street Festival, featuring hundreds of different vendors. October brings with it several unique events, including the Civil War Museum Ghost Walk and the Piedmont Wine Festival. Also consider booking a stay for the Thanksgiving holiday and you’ll enjoy a gourmet feast, relaxing surroundings and no holiday hassles.
Jane Leisteiner likes writing and traveling. For more details about this Virginia bed and breakfast inn or further details about inns, check out the Holladay House or iLoveInns websites.
