Frog Jump’s Guidebook
Sightseeing
Tourists to the home of James Madison will enjoy grounds, gardens and the inspirational life of this foundational figure...as well as the origins of America itself. About a 45 minute drive from here. Plan a half day at least.
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Montpelier's Visitor Center
13425 Visitor Center RdTourists to the home of James Madison will enjoy grounds, gardens and the inspirational life of this foundational figure...as well as the origins of America itself. About a 45 minute drive from here. Plan a half day at least.
Thomas Jefferson’s undeniable contributions to America’s founding are in abundance here. Also evident are the honest and striking admissions about slavery as an institution of the era, and the recognition of the enslaved community’s true effort in creating our country.
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Monticello
1050 Thomas Jefferson PkwyThomas Jefferson’s undeniable contributions to America’s founding are in abundance here. Also evident are the honest and striking admissions about slavery as an institution of the era, and the recognition of the enslaved community’s true effort in creating our country.
What a view by day or night! Great vantage point for stargazing or Blue Ridge gazing. Seasonal apples and peaches to pick or purchase. On Thursdays in fair weather months, there’s free music on the hill at sunset. Great place for couples or families.
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Frutteto della Montagna Carter
1435 Carters Mountain TrailWhat a view by day or night! Great vantage point for stargazing or Blue Ridge gazing. Seasonal apples and peaches to pick or purchase. On Thursdays in fair weather months, there’s free music on the hill at sunset. Great place for couples or families.
Open to the public on the first and third Fridays of each month for about two hours. From April to October, 9 PM to 11 PM. From November to March, 7 PM to 9 PM. 600 McCormick Rd, Charlottesville, VA, 22904, 434-243-1885.
Leander McCormick Observatory
600 McCormick RdOpen to the public on the first and third Fridays of each month for about two hours. From April to October, 9 PM to 11 PM. From November to March, 7 PM to 9 PM. 600 McCormick Rd, Charlottesville, VA, 22904, 434-243-1885.
Ivy Creek Foundation
1780 Earlysville RdFood scene
We love the pizza at Vinny’s. It’s a simple place, often packed and priced right. About 15 minutes from here, and the drive is a scenic country road. 241 Connor Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-214-4627
Vinny's Italian Grill
241 Connor DriveWe love the pizza at Vinny’s. It’s a simple place, often packed and priced right. About 15 minutes from here, and the drive is a scenic country road. 241 Connor Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-214-4627
Very close to our place, this winery specializes in good service, lovely wines and picturesque views. You can have a picnic on their grounds.
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Cantina Glass House
5898 Free Union RdVery close to our place, this winery specializes in good service, lovely wines and picturesque views. You can have a picnic on their grounds.
Only 5 miles away, this vineyard has a great selection and friendly staff. We’ve been to an occasional salsa dance class here! Near the airport, too in case you need a bracer before takeoff!
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Chisholm Vineyards presso Adventure Farm
1135 Clan Chisholm LnOnly 5 miles away, this vineyard has a great selection and friendly staff. We’ve been to an occasional salsa dance class here! Near the airport, too in case you need a bracer before takeoff!
The best barbecue in the area! Casual space and about 40 minutes from here. Worth the drive, go hungry! 102 Martinsburg Ave., Gordonsville, VA 22942, bbqex.com.
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Barbeque Exchange
102 Martinsburg AveThe best barbecue in the area! Casual space and about 40 minutes from here. Worth the drive, go hungry! 102 Martinsburg Ave., Gordonsville, VA 22942, bbqex.com.
It is a bit of a drive (35 mins) from here, but lovely tastings and great service. If into history, there is a "ruin" of Gov. Barbour's home which was designed by Jefferson that is worth a stroll and a look. If you go there, you are not far from another Frog Jump favorite, the Gordonsville BBQ. Just sayin.
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Barboursville Vineyards
17655 Winery RdIt is a bit of a drive (35 mins) from here, but lovely tastings and great service. If into history, there is a "ruin" of Gov. Barbour's home which was designed by Jefferson that is worth a stroll and a look. If you go there, you are not far from another Frog Jump favorite, the Gordonsville BBQ. Just sayin.
Find yourself on the Mall in downtown C'ville? Have a few bucks? This is a really lovely restaurant with a great chef. It may be pricey, but we think it is worth a celebration...and believe our foodie friends will think so, too.
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Hamiltons' at First & Main
101 W Main StFind yourself on the Mall in downtown C'ville? Have a few bucks? This is a really lovely restaurant with a great chef. It may be pricey, but we think it is worth a celebration...and believe our foodie friends will think so, too.
Neighborhoods
Great food choices, movies, performance venues, Discovery Museum for kids, and the Free Speech Wall, where you can leave your mark. Summers have street musicians and free concerts on the mall’s west end, under the white pavilion tent.
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Downtown Mall
Great food choices, movies, performance venues, Discovery Museum for kids, and the Free Speech Wall, where you can leave your mark. Summers have street musicians and free concerts on the mall’s west end, under the white pavilion tent.
Hiking Trails
Hiking spots in the area, near our cottage:
1. Ivy Creek Natural Area- 9 miles from here, or an 18 min drive. Also an area known for birding and birdwatching opportunities, it is near the Rivannna Reservoir. Several trails to pick from in increasing complexity.
2. If you are looking for mountain hikes, I hear some guests have hiked Ragged Mountain Natural Area. It is 16 miles from here, or a 29 minute drive.
3. Shenandoah- We are 25 miles away or a 37 min drive to the Rockfish Gap South entrance to the incredible Shenandoah National Park.
4. Trail near Monticello-There is a popular hiking trail near Monticello, Jefferson’s home called the Saunders-Monticello Trail- 21 miles from here or a 28 min drive.
I am not a hiker; therefore I do not have firsthand knowledge of these spots, but I have heard glowing reports from guests at Frog Jump. You can find details about the above suggestions online. Hope that gets you started!
Parco nazionale di Shenandoah