Old Historic Quaker town of Waterford, VA- Walk through the downtown streets and admire the beauty of the old stone architecture, the commons greenery and The Corner Store downtown where you can relax, grab a drink and peruse. (The Corner Store is owned by a dear friend and is a must see!) There is even a hike to an 400+ year old grandmother oak tree on the commons! (See this map of the walking trails behind waterford that start at the old Waterford historic mill)!

George’s Mill Farm- George’s Mill is a goat farm also run by friends and has the cutest little Vermont style farm store open 24/7. They make delicious goat cheese and the BEST goat milk gelato at their farm store. They also sell other local foods and goods.

For shops, bars, restaurants, etc:

Downtown Leesburg

Downtown Frederick

Downtown Harper’s Ferry

There are honestly too many to name all around us. Wheatland Springs Brewery is the closest brewery to where we are getting married, and is a very family friendly brewery with lots of outdoor seating and a playground. Willow Oaks Craft Cider is the oldest organic orchard in the region and is a beautiful spot - Michael has worked there and family friends own and operate it.

Local wineries

Local breweries and distilleries

Hikes/Outdoors

The C&O Canal on the Potomac River in Brunswick, MD

Weaverton Cliffs, near Brunswick, MD - a short but steep 1.7 mile out and back hike with gorgeous views of the Potomac River

Phillip’s Farm Walking trails behind old historic Waterford, VA - leisurely walk; go behind the old mill and look for the signs

Blackburn Trail Center outside of Hillsboro, VA - beautiful hiking on the Appalachian Trail

*Note: AWD car with high clearance recommended for accessing Blackburn!

There are also a lot of beautiful hikes in Harper’s Ferry, WV