Shenandoah County is lauded for its beauty and wealth of outdoor entertainment options. But Virginia is also known as the “birthplace of American wine,” and residents have been growing and pressing grapes here for 400 years. Shenandoah County is home to nine vineyards that produce tasty and…
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Whether you’re planning a romantic trip for Valentine’s Day or just hoping to spend some couple time away from the daily grind, Shenandoah County is an ideal destination. You’ll find rustic cabins surrounded by mountains and forests, bed and breakfasts featuring manicured grounds and sumptuous…
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Mount Jackson is immediately recognizable for those driving along the I-81 corridor because of the tall water tower painted with a giant basket of apples. This landmark deserves to be photographed, but there’s a lot more to catch your interest when exploring the town, which has a history of being a…
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Hit the Mountain for Winter Sports and Fun in Shenandoah County Virginia By Keryn Means, DCTravelMag.com Winter is here and with it loads of outdoor fun and indoor experiences to keep you and the entire family excited to explore and play in the colder months. While there are loads of things to do…
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Shenandoah County is home to three breweries, and each has a wildly different vibe. One brewery is considered a farm brewery located on a century farm and two are centered in historic downtowns along the main artery of the counties US Route 11, also known as the Old Valley Pike. In addition to…
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Bring on the Bargains at the Route 11 Yard Crawl By Erin Smith: Attention thrifters and treasure hunters: it’s time to start clearing space in your car for the annual Route 11 Yard Crawl, on Saturday, August 14. Virginia’s largest yard sale was cancelled in 2020, but it’s happening this year, and…
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By Erin Smith: When you’re zipping along on the interstate, it might be easy to assume that Shenandoah County is a county full of fast food. But while there’s plenty of convenience food to be found, there’s also a wealth of restaurants serving fresh-cooked food that emphasizes local meat, produce…
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The Art & Artisans of Shenandoah County, Part 1 By Linda Barrett: The beauty of Shenandoah County, Virginia is not just found in its natural surroundings, it is also created by the artists and artisans who live and work here. Many artists draw inspiration from the region’s mountain and valley views…
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By Erin Smith: Shenandoah County is a premiere destination for both road bikers and mountain bikers. It has back country roads offering views of idyllic Valley scenery and distant mountains. Those mountains have miles of hardcore singletrack begging to be shredded. Read on for some of our favorite…
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Written by Linda Barrett In this second post in honor of Women’s History Month, we’re excited to introduce you to even more of our area’s female entrepreneurs whose unique businesses support our community here in Shenandoah County. Woodstock Café The owner of Woodstock Café, Nikki Grant, was born…
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