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Lovingston: Your Perfect Romantic Escape in Nelson CountyThings to do

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Making plans for the weekend? Pack your bags and head our way! We are the county’s newest craft beverage trail stretching 20 miles between Blue Mountain Barrel House in Arrington and Mountain and Vine Winery in Faber. Those who travel Nelson 29 can also experience Brent Manor Vineyards, Outback Brew House, Lovingston Winery and Virginia Distillery Company.
Enjoy the scenic drive through Nelson County and stop to play, eat, or take in some gorgeous country views any season of the year. #winecountry #craftbeverage #SummerInTheMountains  https://www.nelson29.com
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@vadistillery Just one click away from an exceptional 🍹 and a view of the ⛰️... link in bio to book your experience, today. 🥃
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@lovingstonfarmersmarket 🍑🍉🌽🌶️🥕🍅🍆
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All this rain means our vendors are bringing tons of fresh produce - tomatoes, beans, squash, peppers, eggplant and more! Not sure how to cook something? ASK!  We’ll see you today from 3-6pm at 562 Front Street, Lovingston!  #supportyourlocalfarmer #nofarmsnofood
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100 shooting stars an HOUR??!! Yes please 😍 The Perseid meteor shower lights up the night sky on July 17 ✨✨✨ You don’t want to miss this 2000 year-old cosmic show 😍 Click link in bio to to visit our DARK SKIES page to view our dark skies packages and events! #mountainlife #astrotourism #darkskiesnelson #shootingstars #blueridgemountains
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This Friday, July 11, is the opening of the pop-up art show, Barns of Nelson. Original paintings and prints by Lovingston artist, P.R. Avalo will be held at 562 Front St. from 5-8pm.
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“La dolce far niente” is an Italian phrase that translates to “the sweetness of doing nothing” and is the perfect way to describe a Saturday in Nelson County 🌸☀️🍑🫐🍉🌽🥕🍷 #farmersmarket #winecountry #mountainlife #virginia #gooutsideandplay
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Thanks for the love  @southernlivingmag 🥳  “Nelson County is where Charlottesville gets its outdoorsy reputation and its incredible Blue Ridge Mountain views. Nestled in the mountains, Nelson County doesn’t encompass any major cities or even larger towns. Instead, it’s known for its hiking, craft beer, vineyards, and, of course, the amazing vistas that earned its reputation for being the “sunrise side of the Blue Ridge…”  #winecountry #craftbeverages #takeahike  Read more at https://www.southernliving.com/nelson-county-virginia-11758907#toc-what-to-do-in-nelson-county
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