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Scottsville Virginia is a local treasure with a rich history. The famous James River Horseshoe Bend is the place of Revolutionary and Civil War commerce.
Whether you’re looking for a Charlottesville daytrip or a week-long James River vacation, Scottsville offers one-of-a-kind historic architecture, a variety of restaurants from pizza to fine dining, easy access for tubing or kayaking, guided walking or fishing tours, antique shops, live music and visual art displays.
Drop by the Scottsville Museum as part of your Virginia Civil War Trails driving tour to hear about the crucial role the town’s mills, warehouses and canals played in the fight. Expand your visit to Monticello by traveling the same area Thomas Jefferson used to trod with his father on their way to court at Scott’s Landing. See the streets John Boy walked on his way to play piano at the Dew Drop Inn just a few miles from Walton’s Mountain, home of the television series The Waltons.
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Scottsville
Scottsville Virginia is a local treasure with a rich history. The famous James River Horseshoe Bend is the place of Revolutionary and Civil War commerce.
Whether you’re looking for a Charlottesville daytrip or a week-long James River vacation, Scottsville offers one-of-a-kind historic architecture, a variety of restaurants from pizza to fine dining, easy access for tubing or kayaking, guided walking or fishing tours, antique shops, live music and visual art displays.
Drop by the Scottsville Museum as part of your Virginia Civil War Trails driving tour to hear about the crucial role the town’s mills, warehouses and canals played in the fight. Expand your visit to Monticello by traveling the same area Thomas Jefferson used to trod with his father on their way to court at Scott’s Landing. See the streets John Boy walked on his way to play piano at the Dew Drop Inn just a few miles from Walton’s Mountain, home of the television series The Waltons.
Historic Place
A must see!!
please note: the tour is not 100% handicap accessible. Please visit their website or call for information.
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Monticello
1050 Thomas Jefferson PkwyA must see!!
please note: the tour is not 100% handicap accessible. Please visit their website or call for information.
Don't forget to explore the grounds and the Thoroughbred Horse Rescue.
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Montpelier
Don't forget to explore the grounds and the Thoroughbred Horse Rescue.
Sightseeing
Scottsville's major attraction. Great family fun. Book ahead.
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James River
Scottsville's major attraction. Great family fun. Book ahead.
Food Scene
Amici's Italian Bistro
370 Valley StTheir pizza rivals any big city!
A solid choice for an American style dinner. They also have a bar and TVs.
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Tavern on the James
280 Valley StA solid choice for an American style dinner. They also have a bar and TVs.
James River Brewery
561 Valley StBeijing Kitchen
440 Valley StOld-school small town restaurant. Don't forget to take your photo with the Lumpkins Chicken!
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Lumpkin's Restaurant and Motel
1075 Valley StOld-school small town restaurant. Don't forget to take your photo with the Lumpkins Chicken!
Adventure
James River Runners LLC
10092 Hatton Ferry Rdour favorite way to float the James
James River Reeling & Rafting
265 Ferry StWinery
Our go-to for excellent Sangria. They have several very nice wines and a port that makes a great gift. 5 minutes from the property.
Hardware Hills Vineyard
Our go-to for excellent Sangria. They have several very nice wines and a port that makes a great gift. 5 minutes from the property.
Cunningham Creek Winery
3304 Ruritan Lake RdBlenheim Vineyards
31 Blenheim FarmGorgeous views!
Awesome experience, 3 levels. The tasting room, the tent with awesome views, and if you drive way up, there are chairs with even better views looking out over the mountains. They have a food truck with super yummy food, and grilled oysters on Fridays.
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Eastwood Farm and Winery
2531 Scottsville RdAwesome experience, 3 levels. The tasting room, the tent with awesome views, and if you drive way up, there are chairs with even better views looking out over the mountains. They have a food truck with super yummy food, and grilled oysters on Fridays.
Delfosse Vineyards & Winery
500 DelFosse Winery LnConsejos para la ciudad
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Explore the James River on a tube, kayak or canoe.
Don't forget river shoes!
James River Runners 4.3 miles
10092 Hatton Ferry Rd., Scottsville VA 24590
(434) 286-2338 http://jamesriver.com/
James River Reeling and Rafting 3 miles
265 Ferry St., Scottsville VA 24590
(434) 286-4386 https://www.reelingandrafting.com/
*** Please make sure you have a license to fish.
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Bring the right gear for your adventures!
Don't forget:
- River Shoes
- Swimsuits and towels (we have extra beach towels)
- Fishing or Hunting license: https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/regulations/licenses/
- Fishing gear
- Hat or visor
- Sunblock
- Seamless pants for horseback riding (you'll thank me)
- Boots (short or tall) for horseback riding. Tennis shoes can get caught in the stirrups.