Drive through rural Loudoun and in between all the vineyards, farm breweries and historic villages you'll see lush paddocks and stone-fenced fields dotted with handsome four-legged creatures. Loudoun is horse country, and Middleburg is known as the nation's horse and hunt country capital. Both the…
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In the age of the corporate mega store, all small businesses require our support. In honor of National Mom & Pop Business Owners Day, which is celebrated every year on March 29, we pay tribute to some unique Loudoun businesses where mom – or pop – still hold court. Bilstad’s Beignets Everyone…
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With Presidents Day this month, we take a look at the Presidents and First Ladies who have visited Loudoun – or made it home. Get a glimpse into the lives and stomping grounds of these historic political figures who swept through town over the past 200-plus years. GEORGE WASHINGTON True, George…
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Loudoun is not only known for its scenic beauty, but also for being a perfect destination for lovebirds; embodying the "Virginia is for Lovers" tagline. Whether you're a local or just visiting, here are 10 date night - and date day! - ideas to share with your special someone, offering a perfect…
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Black entrepreneurs – bakers, chefs, restaurateurs, boutique owners and the like – are all helping drive the commercial and creative dynamism of Loudoun today. Here are six Black-owned businesses to check out during your next visit to DC’s Wine Country®. Jules Foeaman, Jules Caribbean BBQ The food…
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Settled in 1764 and named Purcellville in 1853 after prominent businessman Valentine Purcell, this bustling Blue Ridge piedmont settlement still has something of a frontier feel to it. The low-slung buildings of downtown, including a renovated grain mill turned restaurant and a former Buick…
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We’re blessed in Loudoun to be surrounded by superb wineries and breweries, a bounty of fresh farm produce and a subculture of creative artisans designing everything from ceramic wine cups to floral centerpieces. There’s no better time to take advantage of this epicurean abundance and crafting…
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A genteel town of tree-shaded streets lined with beautiful residential homes as well as former lodges and boarding houses dating back to the 1880s-1920s, Round Hill was once a popular summer vacation spot on the W&OD line. The train has long since gone but an active, outdoorsy atmosphere endures…
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Nestled on the slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bluemont, founded as Snickersville in 1824…
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Nestled in lush Blue Ridge foothills, this gorgeous Piedmont town dates back to 1728 when a fieldstone tavern – today’s boutique Red Fox Inn – was established by a cousin of George Washington. Hailed as the nation’s Horse and Hunt Capital, its picture-perfect downtown is lined with country-chic…
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