I do not recommend this air B&B. They do keep the light on for ya! They have guaranteed…read morecomplimentary meals. Have trash? No worries!! They have professional cleaners who clean the ENTIRE complex every 3 months! The doors are very secure lol however!! The food is questionable! Mine growled at me a few times and they aren't take to go friendly. The geese do not like tourists unless feeding them. I think one of them stole my ramen.

Zero stars. I highly recommend you don't visit as an inmate. It was pretty clean though. The…read morefood is bad but edible (except for the meat soup referred to as stroganoff). I would complain about the sour milk and fermented apple juice but we girls kinda liked wine for breakfast.

This well preserved marker is along Market St in Charlottesville. It's slightly back from the…read morebuilding line and that might make it a little harder to find. It marks quite the historic spot, reading: "George Nicholas, Albemarle County's Virginia General Assembly delegate in 1783, built a stone house here in 1784. James Monroe occupied it 1789-1790, while improving the dwelling at his nearby farm, later the site of the University of Virginia. Here in 15 December 1806, while the house was being operated as the Stone Tavern, the return of Meriwether Lewis from his expedition to the Pacific with William Clark was celebrated with a dinner. Thomas Jefferson hosted a reception in the tavern (renamed the Central Hotel) on 12 November 1824 for the Marquis de Lafayette. While serving as a hospital during the Civil War, the building burned with no fatalities in 1862." Early American history just after the Revolutionary War, Virginia history, Lewis & Clark, Civil War. It's quite the spot!

I know someone who was incarcerated at Coffeewood CC and he has nothing but good things to say…read moreabout it. He said it is very calm and peaceful, and that they really promote health, education, and rehabilitation. He got his GED there and started college classes. He praises his tutor that helped him often because, before going to Coffeewood, he could barely read. He was able to study and pass his GED within a few months. He really believes Coffeewood to be the best Correctional facility in Virginia.

Throw a rock near Culpeper, Virginia and you'll hit a landmark of Civil War significance. Thanks to…read morea non-profit that fights to preserve the country's earliest memories, Cedar Mountain Battlefield is a place for all to visit for free. Stopping by while at a nearby cabin, here's my experience: 1) Parking: Follow the signs to free parking near the visitor center. By the picnic table in the yard, you'll see a trailhead with maps and info on the battlefield. Follow the trails to find old gravestones and places where the battle took place. 2) Points of Interest: Markers along the trail talk about the significance of the battle. Confederate General Stonewall Jackson drew his sword during this battle for the only time during the Civil War. It was also his last battle led by him. 3) Amenities: There are benches along the trails looking out over the fields. Two cannons can be seen near one field with two outhouses nearby as the only restrooms on the grounds. It is worth noting that three historic markers put up by the Culpeper Calvary Museum clearly glorify the Confederacy over the Union. Even though erected almost 100 years ago, the fact that they remain standing shows the gap between an equitable society in this country.

Enjoyed the trails today with my hiking partner, Pookie-the-dog. The trails are in great shape,…read morewith mulch throughout the wooded area. The trails are well marked. There are historic gravesites, markers, and memorials. Today the site was quiet, with only 1 other hiking couple that after they left the visitor center parking, I didn't cross paths with them again. The caretaker was welcoming and engaged in lively conversation and recommended other nearby points of interest as well.

Ready for a splash of whimsy? Merrie Mill is indeed merry! Plenty of parking leading up to the…read morelarge and spacious grounds and tasting room. There's a cool barn with a merry-go-round outside and you'll find even more delightful and fanciful decor as you walk in the door! From floating seals, and zebra heads and giraffe statues, this colorful wonderland will have your imagination flowing! Every detail from the blue bar to the light fixtures, to the bicycle water cart, to the gorgeous wallpapers, pretty mirrors, animal leg sinks in the restroom, balloons and even the tile - every single piece was carefully crafted and arranged to spark your attention!! It's one of my favorite wineries in Virginia! The outdoor seating is not only roomy, but the views are spectacular! Pet friendly, for your furry friends! We became immersed in the festive vibe and ordered a flight of wines and a charcuterie board! The food was fabulous and beautifully presented! Heavenly! The wines were refreshing , and we particularly liked the rosé, the Cabernet Franc and the Petit Verdot. Don't miss this fun fun fun and fantastical winery! A fabulous time awaits!

Friends recommended Merrie Mill, and we're so happy we listed to them! We have visited Merrie Mill…read moretwice in the last five months for wine and lunch. The atmosphere is fun and creative -- both inside and outside. You know you are in for a treat when you walk through the front door with its eclectic decor. They have seating both inside in what feels like someone's really cool living room as well as outside on their patio or on their lawn. You can order wine by the flight to sample their offerings, as well as by the glass and bottle. I recommend doing a flight to determine what you like, then order some bottles to share or take home. Their lunch menu includes salad, soup, and sandwiches -- all with a creative touch -- as well as a children's menu. They also have delicious cake by Cake Bloom and Nightingale ice cream sandwiches. Merrie Mill certainly isn't boring! The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely include Merrie Mill on your next winery tour.

Dec. 11, 2025. Another fun trip to our local library today. My husband and I put a number of…read morebooks/items on hold before going into the library, and they were ready for pick-up upon our arrival. What did we get this time? (1) as previously mentioned, I've challenged myself to read the top 100 books recommended by PBS. This time, I borrowed "The Joy Luck Club" and "Catcher in the Rye." I also picked up a book recommended by my daughter, "A Place for Us". (2) Some board books, mostly holiday-themed, for our granddaughter (age 1.5 years) who will be visiting soon. One exciting find was a book intended for juveniles titled "A Dog Named Haku: A Holiday Story from Nepal". (Her grandfather is Nepali). (3) Finally, and this is so cool. The library allows you to borrow what I'll refer to as learning toys from a "toy library". We borrowed two sets, one with a basket and a variety of plastic vegetables (corn, peppers, cucumber, corn, etc.) and the other with five large dinosaurs. I can't wait for her to play with these! (For the record, the library disinfected these between borrowers). The librarians are always welcoming and helpful.

Awesome library with friendly staff and a good selection of books! We love the activities the…read morelibrary has scheduled, including baby & toddler reading/play time. And this library also has a wonderful kids section with lots of fun things for the kiddos to do!

Exceptional tour guide (Leta) gave us a fascinating tour of this original Georgian style brick…read moreTidewater mansion. Her family has been associated with it since 1853 and her stories were enthralling. This is an opportunity to grab a piece of history because her personal recollections greatly enhanced our viewing of a remarkably intact and preserved 18th century estate.

Are you in need of a place to focus? Or perhaps grab a paper…read moreback room and read about an intriguing topic well, come here yo! I come here to study & I have zero complaints. The staff is friendly and Wifi is strong. Plus tons of natural light!

We have very lucky to have a great library system in the area. Northside is convenient for me on…read morethe north side of town (crazy name, I know). It is in a nice new building that is shared with Albemarle County. There are county ESOL offices upstairs and the county warehouse downstairs. Northside has a vast selection of books and other materials. You can do everything from check out a book to check out an internet hotspot for school work. Have kids and want to go to the Virginia Discovery Museum? You can pick up free passes here. The same is true for Va State Parks. The State Park kit includes a backpack with educational activities for kids. Interested in sewing or embroidery? Northside has maker kits that can be checked out as well. One of the services that I use are their meeting rooms. You can check out meeting spaces for 2 hours at a time. They are enclosed spaces with up to 4 people. It has an exterior monitor for presentations with multiple inputs. Don't want to come inside, no worries... they have drive up window to pick up and drop off books. Don't want to do that either? They have a great digital library where you don't have to leave your couch. If you want it, Northside has it!

I absolutely love this library!!…read more They have a great selection, while also having a very intimate feel to it. Also, they are part of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library system, so you can always request books from one of the surrounding libraries and pick it up from here if they don't have a specific book you're wanting. And of course, their online OverDrive collection is fantastic and so easy to use. Everyone who works here is so nice and helpful, which really makes for a great readers' community. We love our local public libraries!!!

The woman who took care of me getting my library card was super nice! She took her time and…read moreexplained a lot of cool things that the library has to offer and also gave me a listing of other libraries in the area. As well as info on the book mobile! Great experience for sure and such a large selection of books! This nerd was in book heaven!!