If you’re looking for a couple of days away from your summer vacation, take a weekend away at a nearby bed and breakfast. There are many options in this area that won’t require much driving, but still provide a break from the noise of everyday life.
A mere hour away in Warrenton, The Black Horse Inn offers a variety of rooms, many of which give a glimpse into a hunting-era Virginia. The house was built in 1850 and today provides a beautiful setting for weddings, getaways, and corporate events. The bed and breakfast is close to battlefield tours, house riding, golfing, and other entertainment options. Rooms start at $200 and vary according to season and availability. Packages are available, with many including free upgrades.
The Inn at Fairfield Farm is part of the Marriot Ranch, in Hume, VA, and offers ten rooms to guests and the opportunity to enjoy what the ranch has to offer. This includes hunting and many horseback riding options (including overnight, cattle drives, and sightseeing rides). Rooms start at $129 a night and vary according to season and availability. Picnic lunches are also available for order.
For more bed and breakfast listings (including those even closer to home in Prince William County), check out www.bedandbreakfast.com.
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Need babysitting for more than a few hours? Establish (with permission from both sides, of course) a grandparents' camp for your children every summer. Grandma gets to enjoy her grandchildren, they get to enjoy being spoiled, and you get to enjoy a week of quiet. With a little preparation, grandparents' camp can be a favorite week of the summer!