Autumn Ridge Cottages
Vacation Rental

P.O. Box 1433
Lexington, Virginia 24450

(540) 463-3387
Toll Free: (866) 900-3387
Email: info@autumnridgecottages.com

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Things to Do and See while at Autumn Ridge

Wade's Mill

Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Wade's Mill is a working water-powered flour mill listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This historic mill is something not to be forgotten in your day's excursions; browse around and visit their shop, filled with handmade items made by local artisans. The shops features pottery, hearthwork basketry, and a "Cook's Corner" with staples you need to cook and bake with their flours. Cooking classes and special events are often hosted during the year as well.

McCormick Farm

McCormick Farm, home to Cyrus McCormick and the first reaper used in the U.S., is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For centuries, grain had been harvested by hand, but McCormick's reaper harvested grain in five times faster than any previous method, with a fraction of the effort. McCormick Farm, named the Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Research and Extension Center today, become a part of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and Sate University (Virginia Tech) in 1954. In keeping with the tradition of McCormick, the Research and Extension Center provides research and information to continually improve agriculture and the quality of life for everyone.

Stonewall Jackson House

The Stonewall Jackson House at 8 East Washington Street was the only home that General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson ever owned. Built in 1801, it is a modest brick house listed on The National Register of Historic Places. Restored in 1979 by the Historic Lexington Foundation, the Stonewall Jackson House is furnished with many of Jackson's own possessions as well as period pieces listed in Jackson's 1863 estate. Guided tours, conducted several times a day, provide information of Jackson's family and early life and the community in which he lived.

Natural Bridge

For the Monacan Indians who discovered it, this rock bridge, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, became a sacred site. Today, the natural formation has transpired into today's Natural Bridge with its Cedar Creek Trail and the Natural Bridge Inn and Conference Center. While here, enjoy the natural Bridge Caverns, a wax museum and factory, a homemade fudge shop, and Virginia's largest gift shop.

James River Basin Canoe Livery, Ltd.

Canoe and kayak in the beautiful James River Basin, with canoeing for everyone from novice to whitewater champ, from fisherman to excursionist. Whether you want the thrill of fast water or the relaxation of slow, lazy paddling, they've got the trip for you!

Quail Ridge Sporting Clays

Hunters of quail, ducks, geese, dove, and even rabbits will find sporting clay targets that mimic their favorite game. If you're a shotgun enthusiast, try your skill at Quail Ridge Sporting Clays. The half-mile course consists of thirteen stations that will show you a wide variety of birds thrown from different angles, speeds, and distances. This exciting sport is great for getting your "eye on" for upcoming bird shoots or just enjoying the outdoors and camaraderie with some good friends or business associates.

Carriage Tours of Historic Lexington, Virginia

The Lexington Carriage Company offers an intriguing way for you and yours to tour this unique 19th-century college town. Slowed to the pace and rhythm of hoof-beats, horse-drawn carriages travel the streets moving through Lexington and its history. Along the way, your tour guide will point out many historic places of interest, the majority of which are on the Visitors Center's walking tour map.

Ghost Tour of Lexington, Virginia

Experience the eerie transformation of the charming little city of Lexington after the sun goes down. Walk with tour guides through the back streets and alleyways to the venues of Lexington's long since departed residents who supposedly still occupy them. Witness first-hand the strange unexplained phenomenon which has occurred nightly without fail in the Stonewall Jackson Cemetery since the tour began. You don't have to believe it to see it.

Lexington Antique and Craft Mall

The Lexington Antique and Craft Mall houses over 40,000 square feet of quality antiques and crafts with over 250 dealers. Country, primitive, and formal furniture as well as glassware, jewelry, dolls, toys, books, Civil War memorabilia, country crafts, quilts, and folk art are all featured under one roof, seven days a week.

Valley of Virginia Antiques

Valley of Virginia Antiques at Timber Ridge is dedicated to providing quality and value for discerning collectors, featuring early country furniture, stoneware, tinware, vintage wicker, linens, and early kitchenware.

Rockbridge Vineyard

Located in the historic and beautiful countryside of Rockbridge County, Virginia, these vineyards produce fine Virginia wines, winning many national and state awards in competitions. Taste them and tour the winery May through October while visiting the renovated 1800's dairy and relax while picnicking on the charming grounds.

The Wilson-Walker House Restaurant

Located in the downtown historic district, the Wilson Walker House is Lexington's most distinctive restaurant, decorated with antiques and offering dishes prepared with the freshest and finest local and regional ingredients along with an assortment of American and award-winning Virginia wines.

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