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The Inns at Montpelier- Nine unique Bed & Breakfast Inns all within 15 miles of James Madison's Montpelier near Orange, Virginia

Attractions

Orange is centrally located, approximately 70 miles from the state capital of Richmond, 83 miles from the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., 27 miles from Charlottesville, and 35 miles from Fredericksburg. The  countryside  is dotted with attractions for visitors -- antique shops, historical ruins, architecturally significant churches and houses, museums, battlefields, wineries and orchards.

Our most famous attraction is Montpelier, which was the lifelong home of James Madison, father of the Constitution, and his wife Dolley. Now undergoing a complete restoration, it is a MUST VISIT when in the area. Other nearby attractions are listed below for your convenience.

Historical Sites

James Madison's Montpelier
Thomas Jefferson's Monticello
James Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland
Michie Tavern
Orange County Historical Society & Historical Research Center
James Madison Museum
University of Virginia

Civil War

Journey Through Hallowed Ground
Wilderness Battlefield
Civil War Museum at the Exchange Hotel
Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center
Chancellorsville Battlefield & Visitors Center
Cedar Mountain Battlefield
Spotsylvania National Military Park
Brandy Station Battlefield
Tourguide, Ltd. Call(540) 672-9414
Exchange Hotel Civil War Museum

Wineries & Tours

Arcady Wine Tasting Tours
Barboursville Vineyard
Burnley Vineyard
First Colony
Horton Vineyard
Jefferson Vineyards
Keswick Vineyards
King Family Vineyard
Kluge Estate Vineyard
Oakencroft
Old House Vineyards
Prince Michel Vineyards
White Hall Vineyards

Annual Events

Fall Fiber Festival & Montpelier Sheep Dog Trials
Horse Shows at Commonwealth Park
Montpelier Hunt Races
Montpelier Wine Festival
Orange County Fair
Orange Street Festival
Somerset Stream  & Gas Pasture Party: Call (540) 672-3429 for information
Virginia Festival of the Book
Virginia Film Festival
Virginia Garden Week

Recreation

Anna Point Marina
Blue Ridge Balloon Co.
Lake Anna State Park
Lake Orange
Monticello Country Ballooning
Oakland Heights Farm Horseback Riding
Shenandoah National Park
Skydive Orange
Summerleas Farm Hunting Preserve

Theater

Four County Players Theater

Golf

Browning Golf Course
Fawn Lake Country Club
Laurel Ridge Golf Course
Meadow Farms Golf Course
Somerset Golf Club
Tanyard Golf Course

Art & Galleries

The Art Center in Orange
Blue Ridge Pottery
Corner House Gallery
Ed Jaffe Gallery
Mud Dauber Pottery
Nichols Galleries
Noon Whistle Pottery
Old Somerset English Art Gallery
Sara Schneidman Gallery
Sun's Traces

Restaurants

The Bavarian Chef, (540) 948-6505. Fabulous German and American cuisine. Plentiful servings. Dinners from $15-$24.   Rt. 29, Near Madison.

Cape Porpoise Lobster House, (540) 672-0800. Lobster, crab, & fresh seafood. Entrees from $13-$25. In Orange,VA.

Elmwood at Sparks, (540) 672-0060. Gourmet American and European cuisine in an intimate atmosphere. Entrees $15-25. Main Street, Orange, VA. Deli style lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner Friday -Saturday.

El Vaquero, (540) 672-3800. Authentic Mexican food prepared perfectly. Extensive menu. Lunch and Dinner daily. Entrees: $8-$14. Rt. 15, Orange, VA

Foti's Restaurant, (540) 829-8400. Fine Food and Tradition Unleashed! Fantastic! Superior service and extensive menu. Owner came from Inn at Little Washington. Lunch and Dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Entrees: $18-$35. E. Davis Street, Culpeper19 miles North of Orange, VA on Davis St, Culpeper. VA.

Happy Garden, (540) 672-1044. Great Oriental cuisine. Entrees from $10. On Main Street in Orange, VA.

Hazel River Inn, (540) 825-7148. Excellent restaurant located in Historic Building. Extensive menu of American Foods with a historic flair. Entrees: $18-#30. 19 miles North of Orange, VA on Davis St, Culpeper. VA.

The Inn at Meander Plantation, (800) 385-4936. Exquisite gourmet four course dinner at historic inn. $65 + Wine, Tax and Tip.  Dinner served Thursday-Saturday. 7 miles North of Orange, VA on Rt. 15. www.meander.net

It's About Thyme, (540) 825-4264. Popular restaurant for European Country Cuisine, with the emphasis on fresh ingredients and herbs. Ala carte. Entrees: $15-$22. 19 miles North of Orange, VA on Davis St, Culpeper. VA.

Keswick Hall, (434) 979-3440 19 miles south of Orange, VA on Rt. 231. Gourmet meals from award wining la carte menu. $50-70.

The Lafayette Inn, (434) 985-6345. www.thelafayette.com Culinary Delight. Extensive American and Continental menu. Lunch and Dinner daily. Entries: $17-$30. Main Street, Standardsville. 14 Miles West, of Rt 20-Rt 33 Intersection on Rt 33.

Lucio's, (540) 829-9788. Northern Italian cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. Entrees $12-24. Dinner and Lunch - Monday to Saturday (Closed Tuesday's). 19 miles North of Orange, VA on Rt. 15 in Culpeper, VA.

The Madison Inn, (540) 948-5095. Unique and cozy restaurant located in Madison, VA. Extensive menu that changes quarterly with many local favorites. Entrees: $17-$30. Main Street, Madison. 20 Miles West of Orange, VA.

Mario's Italian Restaurant, (540) 672-3344. Operated by Italian family with an extensive menu. Well patronized by the locals. Entrees from $8.00. On Main Street in Orange, VA. 

Palladio at Barboursville winery, (540) 832-7848. Excellent Northern Italian gourmet cuisine. Four course $65, with wine accompanying each course $90+. Lunch $28/$52. Just off intersection of Rt 20 and Rt 33.

Pomme, (540) 832-0130. A true French Restaurant with a talented chef. Entrees $19 to $30. Lunch and Dinner - Tuesday to Saturday. 9 miles South of Orange, VA in Gordonsville, VA.  115 S. Main Street, Gordonsville.

Prospect Hill Inn, (800) 277-0844. Historic inn serving excellent 5 course gourmet dinners at $50. 24 miles South of Orange, VA.

Silk Mill Grill, (540) 672-4010. Sports Bar and restaurant serving dinner sandwiches, chicken, seafood and beef in former silk mill complex. Dinners $9-19.  Rt 15, Orange, VA.

Tolliver House, (540) 832-0000. Excellent American menu in a Victorian setting. Lunch and Dinner Wednesday to Sunday. Entrees: $12-$25. Main Street, Gordonsville. 9 miles South of Orange, VA.

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