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Town in Virginia, United States
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Middleburg is a town of 800 people (2019) in Virginia known as the capital of horse country. This quaint town features historic architecture, tree-lined streets, charming and unique shops, and a variety of dining establishments. Middleburg is also home to The Red Fox Inn, touted as the oldest original inn in the country.
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A research center that preserves and shares the art, literature, and culture of horse and field sports. Rotating exhibits.
Equestrian and event facility located on Route 50. Hosts horse shows for many disciplines, as well as bus tours, riding demonstrations, pony parties for birthdays, farm-to-table dinners and other events.
11 acres of vineyards set against the Blue Ridge Mountain range.
Community center featuring public outdoor space including an herb garden and patio, playgrounds, outdoor pool, ball field and picnic area.
Middleburg's visitors' center.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, still operational as a Drink/Eat/Sleep option, the Red Fox Inn is one of the oldest continuously operated inns in the United States.
20-acre adventure center, includes a zip line canopy tour with 5 zip lines and 2 suspended bridges.
French inspired bistro.
Working chefs market with prepared foods, wine, cheese & other gourmet food products.
Farm-to-table gourmet dining. Executive Chef William Walden brings years of experience and expertise in creating French cuisine keeping to traditional and classical preparations.
Features fresh, seasonal ingredients, from the Chef’s garden just outside the restaurant.
Home Farm is Ayrshire Farm’s butcher shop and grocery store featuring U.S. and Virginia sourced products. The beef, pork, veal, chicken and turkey products are all Certified Humane and Certified Organic.
Offers a café with gourmet sandwiches to go.
A local favorite — coffee, tea, beer, wine — breakfast sandwiches all day — salads — soup — sandwiches — local providers whenever possible — rotating art gallery of local artists.
Bakery
Family-owned gourmet popcorn shop specializing in handmade, fresh popcorn in small batches. Sports popcorn tins, cinnamon glazed nuts, retro candy and more.
Lovely American restaurant featuring good quality meals in a comfortable setting. Hearty breakfasts, casual lunches and elegant candlelight dinners await you in the Red Fox Inn's cozy dining rooms which display original stone fireplaces and hand-hewn ceiling beams over thick fieldstone walls. The seasonal menus feature many local ingredients sourced from farms in the area. The Inn's wine list includes a vast selection of domestic and imported vintages and showcases many wines from local vineyards.
Piedmont-inspired cuisine paired with featured Virginia and international wines.
Local distillery, making and serving bourbon, rum, absinthe, agave spirit, amaretto liqueur, apple brandy, cider, and more. Have a taste on-site, and take away a few bottles for late.
A local favorite — coffee, tea, beer, wine — breakfast sandwiches all day — salads — soup — sandwiches — local providers whenever possible — rotating art gallery of local artists.
A luxurious country retreat sitting above Goose Creek in Middleburg with a spa, an outdoor pool, a golf course, a fitness center, and an outdoor hot tub. Five distinctive dwellings on a 265 acre estate. Features the adjacent Hilltoppers Restaurant.
Historic property on 47 rolling acres with mountain views. 8 antique-decorated bedrooms in the 200-year-old main house, one-bedroom cottage, 3 bedrooms in a renovated chicken coop building. Host events such as weddings, parties, retreats and meetings for up to 200 people.
Set on 340 acres nestled into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. All 168 rooms and suites include an outdoor patio or balcony, and plush bedding.
Specializes in handmade or handcrafted traditional European wares.
Specializing in artful items from Italy and the South of France.
Gift shop and department store.
Gourmet butcher, local and organic groceries, wine, and soda fountain.
Casual country clothing for men and women. Gifts, accessories and repairs.
5-B E. Washington St. Basics and beyond for cats and dogs.
This gallery contains an eclectic collection of original paintings, sculpture and artisan-made fine craft.
Retail shop specializing in authentic British campaign antiques, sporting and club antiques, vintage textiles and rugs, and unique finds from around the globe.
Sources fabric from the British Isles and creates luxury business and formal wear for men and women.
Ladies apparel and accessories. Modern fit, classic and primarily made in North America.
Highcliffe Clothiers is an “old school” haberdashery for both men and women. The clothing is made in the USA and Europe. They also offer alterations and tailoring as well as tuxedo rental services.
Apparel, men’s and women’s clothes.
French products. Imported from France.
Lou Lou is a family-owned business with stores in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia and Massachusetts.
Mind, body, wellness and apparel studio featuring Native Barre classes and beautiful fitness apparel.
Nature Composed is a garden-based floral design studio located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, sourcing the bulk of its blooms from local gardeners and farms.
Tasting room featuring a wide selection of extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamics (varietal and flavor infused), as well as pastas, sauces, teas, sea salts, tapenades, specialty condiments and more.
Independent bookstore with new and used books, newspapers, handmade greeting cards, reading games and skill development items, meeting/reading space, free wifi and coffee.
Needlepoint shop offering canvases, fibers, tools, gifts, classes and community groups.
Offers tack and equestrian attire for many disciplines such as eventing, fox hunting, racing and showing for the professional to the pleasure rider, along with accessories and supplies for the stable. Also provides services including boot and saddle fittings, custom equestrian linens, tack drapes, custom trunks, nameplates, clipper and blade service, blanket cleaning and repair, horse vacuum service and repair, and tack oiling.
Offers antique and contemporary jewelry and silver. Fine custom jewelry and repair.
Women’s contemporary clothing and accessories. Beauty boutique, skincare, make-up, all else beauty.
Getting to Middleburg requires a car, and it is on US-50. Coming from D.C., it is best to pick up US-50 from I-66 W. Once you are here, the village is delightfully walkable.
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