Area Attractions The Silver Thatch Inn is conveniently located in historic Albemarle County just minutes away from downtown and the main campus of the University of Virginia, making it ideal for Charlottesville vacations and visits to the campus.The area is home to three of our Founding Fathers, each estate boasting fantastic gardens and grounds to explore. Thomas Jefferson's “Monticello”, James Madison’s “Montpelier”, and James Monroe’s “Ashlawn-Highland” offer history and beauty. Return to the Inn for a refreshing beverage in our authentic English Pub, a swim in the pool, then an outstanding dinner paired with a wine from our award-winning wine list. Nature lovers will enjoy the scenery from the famous Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway. The fall foliage is legendary! Outdoor enthusiasts will find the Albemarle countryside perfect for hiking, biking, and fishing. Several spectacular golf courses offer breathtaking vistas, and will challenge your game. The countryside around Albemarle County is beautiful any time of year. For an exciting adventure and dramatic perspective, you may want to try hot air ballooning by the Blue Ridge Balloon Company. If a more leisurely pace appeals to you, the Charlottesville, VA area abounds with wonderful craft and antique shops with some well-known craft shows scheduled throughout the year. Calm jagged nerves and rejuvenate your energy with a choice of special packages and “quick getaways.” Jog the neighborhood walking paths, swim in the pool, relax on the patio with a glass of wine, do something, or do nothing. Then enjoy an outstanding dinner in a romantic atmosphere. Excellent day spas are located nearby to pamper yourself with a hot stone massage, or you may want to work out stressed muscles at the local ACAC gym. We’ll make all the arrangements. Virginia’s Piedmont Area is fast becoming the Napa Valley of the East Coast, with many wines earning top awards, and vineyard vistas that make your heart sing. Silver Thatch Inn proudly offers wines from several local vineyards and offers a full complement of domestic wines, which have earned the Inn the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence annually since 1986, the Wine Enthusiast Award of Unique Distinction since its inception, and the Virginia Wine Board Wine Master's Program, Five Crystal Stem Award. For more information about our local Virginia wineries, be sure to visit the Web site of the Monticello Wine Trail. Charlottesville's beautifully restored Paramount Theater offers the finest in diversified legitimate theater performances year round. The Charlottesville Pavilion offers live music outdoors featuring artists like The Marshall Tucker Band, Eddie Money, Loretta Lynn, and Willie Nelson. Live theater is also offered by Live Arts and The Charlottesville Center for the Performing Arts. The John Paul Jones Arena hosts many world-class concerts and events throughout the year.
We will be pleased to assist you in planning your visit with us. We would like to make your stay a memorable one that you will want to repeat. |