Busy Bees in Orange

The warm weather is finally here!  Not only are the area farmers busy in the fields, but the warmth seems to have sprouted lots of activity in the area!

New stores, shops expanding, new packages...  The business folks in Orange are as busy as the bees are in the farmer's fields!

But don't worry - when you visit you can still take things as slowly as you care to.  This is still the countryside, after all!

We look forward to your next visit! 

- Sharon and Sam Elswick 
New Summer Package: VIP Gourmet Food + Wine Package
Pairing Central Virginia Wine Tours and DuCard Vineyards, this package is sure to please the food and wine lover!

 

Get chauffeured to DuCard for their supremely popular Gourmet Food + Wine Program.  Indulge in the gourmet bites, wines and views.  Get chauffeured back to the Holladay House when you're finished!

Available on specific dates now through August.  For details and dates, please visit the package on our website.
 
New at Montpelier...
Montpelier is really hoppin' these days!  With the infusion of a $10 million grant from the Rubenstein Foundation, the folks at Montpelier are executing on some of their dream projects for the property.

Photo courtesy Montpelier Foundation


If you have visited Montpelier in the past, we recommend planning on a return visit.  Here is a sample of what's new on the property:

* Three new rooms are fully furnished, including James' Mom's "best room".

* New exhibit in the Visitors Center all about Dolley!  The exhibit, Queen of Hearts: Dolley Madison in Popular Culture, tracks Dolley's image in popular culture throughout time.

* Brand new Enslaved Community Tour on the grounds of Montpelier, includes newly constructed enslaved community living quarters.

* Expanded Exchange Cafe lovingly catered by the BBQ Exchange.

* Extensive multi-mile walking trail through old-growth forest now connects with the trails of upscale farm market, The Market at Grelen.

* Expanded concierge services by the Holladay House: along with discount tickets for the House Tour, we can now reserve tour times in advance! 
 
Holidays at the Holladay House
* July 4th weekend - 2 opportunities to view fireworks, Keswick Vineyards Red, White and Blues festival, all-day 4th festivities in Culpeper and gourmet dinner boxes to-go from Roadside Chive

* Labor Day - 3rd night 25% off

* Columbus Day - 3rd night 25% off

* 11th annual Thanksgiving feast - ditch doing the dishes and let us do the work for you!  A tasty and casual traditional Thanksgiving dinner feast, including dessert and Virginia libations

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What's New

* More Antique and Junktique shops *
We recently blogged about all the antique/junktique shops in town - and now there are more to scour!

* Custom Aprons *
Maria Pace's watercolors-turned-fabric is one of many amazing stores on Main Street.  Armed with her grandmother's sewing machine, pick out your favorite pattern and have her create a custom apron just for you!

* Juice Bar *
Under the Sun natural food store now has an extensive smoothie and juice bar!  A great healthy treat, especially as the weather heats up.

* Candy Bar and Gifts at Briarwood *
Our favorite florist is not just blooms.  They carry an eye-catching array of candy along with elegant and whimsical gifts for men, women and children.
 
THANK YOU FOR YOUR REVIEWS! SPECIAL
2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

THANK YOU to all our guests who let us know how we're delivering service - be it online, in the guest book or face-to-face!

Add a third night to your reservation and we'll take 25% off your 3rd night stay!

Good for reservations 6/15/16 through 8/31/16.
 

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