A B&B at Llewellyn Lodge

The natural beauty of this part of the Shenandoah Valley is second to none. Most visitors return many times to grasp the beautiful Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains and valley in between. Nature always is the best show. A Bed and Breakfast at Llewellyn Lodge offers the Region's best advice on Outdoor Activities. John Roberts, a native of the area, has hiked all of the local trails, and his Outdoor Guide lists his top twenty hikes, which include the following:

• Cold Mountain Hike to over 4,000 feet with 360-degree view
• An Historic Walk in town that takes you by the Historic sites and colleges
• A trip to Goshen Pass, Virginia's most scenic natural area
• A splendid walk up the highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi
• An in-town, 3-1/2-miler that is a great warmup walk in the morning or evening
• The Chessie Trail, offering great wildlife viewing along the scenic Maury River
• The Appalachian Trail, close by with many options for circuit hikes
• Two wilderness areas offering opportunities for the more serious hikers

• Several circuit hikes off of the Blue Ridge Parkway, nice vistas
• A great walk up one of Virginia's best trout streams, with a swinging bridge
• A fabulous mountain hike and a dip in an historic mineral spa
• A hike to a remote, scenic lake through beautiful hardwood forests

• Horseback Riding: Call John to arrange for trips from one hour to all day in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
• Tennis, Skeet Shooting, Birding, Scenic Drives, and Wildlife Viewing are all close by.
• Outdoor Theatre: Finish off the day and unwind in a great outdoor setting while enjoying a concert or play.
• Gym and Fitness Center is within walking distance from the Lodge and we can book you for a massage.
• For Equestrian events, the Virginia Horse Center is close by and has a full year-round schedule.

• The Lodge offers a Golf package over a dandy course, two minutes away.
• Guided Fly-fishing trips with John Roberts. Enjoy a splendid time on a pristine stream with the veteran of over 50 fishing seasons. Introduction to fly fishing, casting instruction, half-day and all-day trips available. Tips for veterans. These are always fun and rewarding. Featured on the Discovery Channel - Southern Living.
• Canoeing and kayaking trips can be arranges by a great outfitter nearby. We can help you book many trips ranging from easy to difficult water.
• Biking: John has many maps for mountain and on-road trips. The Lodge is located on the Trans-America Bike Trail 76. One of our favorite circuit rides takes you through Goshen Pass, Virginia's most beautiful natural area.