Otium Cellars is a gem worth the drive from DC. We visited on a rainy day so we missed out on what…read morelooked like a vast and gorgeous outdoor space. However the tasting room more than made up for it. Cozy, charming and good people watching. In the winter there appears to be cute little wood burning stove inside. I saw that they used Real Solo stoves burning actual wood. Not some sad propane fire pit -- actual crackling fires. That kind of detail tells you everything about how this place operates. I love a good camp fire! The wines were genuinely good, and the staff made the experience even better. Super helpful with recommendations and clearly know their stuff when it comes to guiding you through the selections. There is pizza. It's available, but it didn't really deliver on quality -- stick to what they do best, which is the wine. If you are not in the tasting room, you can bring your own food. We LOVED the cats that casually wandered (snuck) into the tasting room like they lived in the place. They were super friendly and would walk past. On a clear day I imagine the outdoor space with those views and a real wood fire is pretty unbeatable. We'll definitely be back when the weather cooperates.

There are a ton of wineries in VA, but this one always holds a special place in my heart. It's…read morenever overly crowded, it has a gorgeous view, and the wood cabin style lodge is incredible on a snowy day. As for wine - the Cab Sav and the Cuvée are my absolute favorite bottles of wine. I serve it at almost every dinner I host and everyone always raves about it. Definitely add this one to the list while you're on your winery hopping trips in VA. You won't be disappointed.

Wonderful! Our stay at Springdale Village Inn was perfect. We came down from PA for a wedding…read more The owners of the Inn (David and Murray) really make you feel like friends instead of paying customers. The property is beautiful and well kept, too. Beautiful flowers, hens and roosters, a few peacocks, cows and ducks. Fresh eggs and milk everyday made breakfast delicious. Don't hesitate to make a reservation here, you won't regret it!

My husband and I just got home from a weekend trip to Virginia for a wedding, and we are so glad…read morethat we chose to stay at Springdale Village Inn. The grounds and surrounding area was such a beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing change of pace for us city-dwellers. I particularly loved walking through the property and looking at all the farm animals each day. The house was quite charming as well and the accommodations in our room were perfectly comfortable. Additionally, the breakfast was fantastic! Murray's ham & cheese quiche is easily the best quiche I have ever had and it's so awesome it is made with the farm-fresh ingredients available to them. Murray himself was also just a delight to chat with and made us feel so welcome. All in all, I loved this place and would certainly recommend it to anyone staying in the area.

Even though I no longer live in the area, Sunset Hills Vinyard is the one winery in the area that I…read moremaintain my membership to. I love being able to experience Virginia wines while living in a different state and I love having my membership benefits when I do visit the area. The staff at Sunset Hills vineyard has always been welcoming, knowledgeable and hospitable. In addition, they are great with managing my shipments and account from afar and they make it easy to customize a shipment if you prefer different wines than they are offering. Their food service is great for pairing, I absolutely love their ciabatta bread and warm cheese spread with honey. My favorite thing to do is stop in, taste what is new and share a bottle and some snacks with friends while enjoying the views. Whether I am enjoying live music inside in the winter months or sitting on the deck or outdoor covered area in the summer months, Sunstet Hills Vinyard is my happy place to unwind.

I visited with friends today and was very impressed. The setting, a barn built in 1870, was amazing…read more- so well preserved and beautiful. We were warmly greeted and service throughout our visit was friendly and engaging. Wine - oh the wine - I had a Viognier and then a Cab Franc (no flights but tastings at the bar) - both were great - especially the Cab Franc. While they don't have food service per se, we put together a terrific charcuterie board from the packaged selections they carry. Unfortunately the bottles of wines to purchase are little above my price range, but I'd definitely go back for another glass or two.

A hidden treasure under an hour from DC. We stayed here and were treated like royalty. The…read morebreakfast was delicious and plentiful. We also booked our daughter's wedding reception here, and it was epic. The one stop service was amazing. From the organizers, catering, design, florals, photographers they hit every mark and more. Cannot say enough great things about The L

Where do I even start? If you are looking to get married…read morehere DO IT If you are looking to stay in the BnB DO IT If you're looking to go to any event catered by Zesty Gourmet DO IT. We were married here on 10/22 and the entire experience was beautiful and stress free. The whole planning process was so easy and Anthony and Natallia go above and beyond to curate and elevate your event while making it your own. I had my full trust in their design expertise and gave them so much control and I'm so happy I did because it was absolutely beautiful (trust the experts!). My florals were more beautiful than I could've even imagined. The whole experience is a family affair. There's no stuffiness or cookie cutter event experience you are interacting with some of the most genuine and kind people that keep that wariness while also being the utmost professionals. Even while we were getting ready we felt we were absolutely taken care of by the staff (Ava in particular was extremely attentive and kind) And the food is just incredible! From our tasting, to our breakfast, no one goes hungry here. They are extremely accommodating to dietary restrictions and allergies and every single thing I tried was *chef's kiss.* The BnB rooms are clean and cozy and well-decorated. They come stocked with snacks and most essentials you may need and one of my bridesmaids now wants to know the mattress brand because her bed was so comfortable. We cannot wait to get our professional photos back and we are so happy that we have new friends in Natallia and Anthony!

I can't begin to say how awesome of a find this place is. Easy access, lots of parking, and $8 to…read moreskate all day -- which INCLUDES skate rentals. In a world where trampoline parks charge $20+ a kid for an hour, this place feels like a miracle. It was pretty crowded, but they keep a good flow going on the floor, good music, and a great family friendly atmosphere. They have the little walker/roller carts for children to learn on, but fair warning they do run out so get there early or you might be waiting. You might think that with such a cheap entry fee they make up the money on concessions, but nope. A bottle of water is still only $1 here. Honestly, Bush Tabernacle seems like a community service project gone right and just what parents of cabin-fevered kids need in this area. I hadn't skated it like 20 years and somehow picked it right back up, and it was fun for me too. In addition to the skating rink, they also have a small free play game area where kids can take a break with Fortnite, Rocket League, etc., as well as two air hockey tables and a ping pong table. There's a large area with tables for renting out for parties, too. I was pleasantly surprised by this place, and the whole family wants to come back soon.

As a person that loves nostalgia, of course I love this place. Takes me to a simpler, easier life…read more My daughter was here for a birthday party and the entire group was so happy to be here. Beautiful facility , assuming it's been refurbished recently. Large skating area, plenty of lights and music makes it a fun experience for all. You can rent skates, they have food, video games and more. A true piece of history.

Attended a recent wedding at Whites Ferry Landing in Leesburg. 10 minutes past the outlet and…read moreopposite to the road with a Golf Course . Owned by a South Asian it does cater to a lot of South Asian weddings but also other denominations. Pretty and large open space. However you have to park at the bottom of the Hill and walk up. If its cold or in heels, good luck. There is a small shuttle that will take 4-7 folks up but be careful getting in and out. If its early April and its cold, wear warm clothes like a overcoat. The bar and place for food buffets is outside...great for warm weather but not cold. The outdoor toilets flood so be aware. Nice large tent for guests but in cold weather don't depend on warmth from the heater as the door outside stays open a lot. Seems like a nice place to hold weddings with space but caveats beware.

Had an an amazing experience at Whites Ferry Manor. Enjoyed the service as well as their food…read more Recently attended my friend's wedding and the venue was outstanding. There is nothing like this in this area and I would love to hold my wedding here.

When someone states that this place is in the middle of nowhere that is coming from a NYC dude like…read moreme. But actually Shadow Creek is in the spirit of North Virginia's hunt & wine country. Shadow Creek is a converted horse trailer that caters to Weddings and large events. They are located high on a hill overlooking the rolling countryside surrounded by horses & cows grazing. They have indoor dining room with seating for a group of almost three hundred. We were enjoying a wedding at Shadow Creek with friends and family. The cocktail hour was in a large rectangular room adjacent to the large dining room. They had two bars at both ends of the room, but was challenging to move from one side to the other through the standing crowd. The dining room was fairly large and the sound system for the band was actually very good considering we were in a once horse trailer. Overall I found the place unusual, but it surely a unique for a wedding.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Shadow Creek is one of, if not THE, most beautiful wedding locations in the DC…read morearea. Everything was absolutely perfect. Lori was more responsive than I ever imagined, answered any of my questions right away, and helped us the entire way leading up to the big day. She ensured every detail we wanted for the day was prepared for and provided us with the perfect list of vendors that she had experience with. Her sincerity and knowledge guided us to truly have the *perfect wedding.* We cannot imagine getting married anywhere else, and having worked with anyone else. Thank you for the experience - and the kindness - truly a world class experience.

Amazing customer service, great price for the space, and overall extremely accommodating. I would…read morehost another party in this space and recommend it to everyone. The only drawback is the heating food restrictions, but I completely understand for safety reasons.

10% off for being a Columbia resident and you get a free hour if you check in! Chairs, table,…read moremicrophones...all of that is provided! This is very spacious and convenient! There's even a kitchen area nearby the rooms to keep things running smoothly if you plan to have food at your event. Highly recommend this event venue, we loved it!

We just stayed at the Stone Manor Inn ("SMI") this past weekend and had a lovely time. We were in…read moretown for a family reunion and hosted a dinner party at SMI one evening that was among the highlights of the family weekend. Manisha and Prashsant, owners of Stone Manor Inn, were personally involved in making sure all went smoothly with our cocktail and dinner party, and it most certainly did! SMI is a lovely old country inn on 14 acres, I believe, with a number of different venues (indoors and out) for meetings, parties, and weddings. The rooms (7 in total) were eclectic, in a good way. All four of their largest rooms that we occupied were spacious, with king beds and spa tubs with separate showers. All were well maintained and clean upon check-in. We had no complaints. I'm not sure when we will return to the area, but when we do, we will not hesitate to return!

Fantastic Inn, fantastic location - nice and quiet, expansive, plenty of room to walk and enjoy,…read moregorgeous rooms and accommodations. The food is absolutely top-notch. I've not had such excellent Indian food (the menu the particular night we stayed) in a very long time, and I love Indian food. The hosts and service are fantastic as well; very personable, friendly, easygoing, and attentive.

this place needs zero stars ...people need to know the truth…read more...... Oh where to start .....i have so many things to say ..let me start off with how beautiful this venue is the rolling hills... beautiful views..lies..attitude along with the creepy stocker vibes.. Make sure this is the place for best day of your life .. by being told what you want your wedding to be and what it should look like.be treated like your not good enough and looked down apon bc you like to do DIY..do everything your self and be told thats not the right way even tho help wasnt given.. you can have your guests walk up a gravel uneven driveway in heels and dresses, freshly cut grass, law mowers and cords laying around are the main attraction as guests arrive.. Warm welcomes are a thing of the past with this venue.. You can Carrying all your decorations, food and dresses up the driveway yourself bc why on earth should someone move the truck blocking the path ....You can and will be charged more then what were told to you in your contract bc of mistakes that where not your fault. tons of emails...And last but not at all least being told that you are a nasty person and that are behavior was that of a bridezlila..we should have been so grateful for all that was done for us so we were told multiple times.. So if you love the idea of having your own one of a kind Nightmare please choose Blue Hills Farm B&B

Blue Hill Farm did not disappoint. My husband and I live in Dallas TX and during the planning…read moreprocess we were unable to visit the venue. My mother face-timed me walking through and I knew right away that this is where I needed to have our wedding. Shirley and Waldo were the absolute best hosts and the biggest help throughout the entire process. When I finally was able to visit the venue (4 days before the wedding day) my breath was taken away once again and I knew I made the right choice. I knew I had to have my wedding back home in VA where you have the mountains and natural background available. Blue Hill Farm gives you the stunning 360 view a fun and easy flowing wedding. The inside of the house where we all got ready is just perfect. The boys have their area downstairs which is ultimately where the boys watched our Alma Mater's Foot-ball game before the big day. The girls have a stunning bathroom to get ready in along with elegant bedrooms which were stunning for photos and more than enough room to get ready in. For the bride its perfect, you are able to see what all is going on. I did not have a wedding planner so seeing my family and friends help set things up throughout the day was very helpful. The flow of the wedding is so easy with the way their land is set up. People don't have to walk far or back and forth with whatever way you decide to have your special day set up. I cannot say enough good things about Blue Hill Farm, The hosts, the view and the atmosphere cannot be matched. I would not change anything about the venue and the help that you get with Shirley and Waldo is unmatchable. HUGE THANK YOU!!