A Classic Virginia Getaway: Sip Wine and Soak Up the Sun at Airlie

A hotel with 50 years of stories

Got space in your summer schedule for a weekend of fly fishing, picnicking, wine drinking and all around fun in the sun?

Yep, we know you do. 

Escape the city life for a few days and plan a stay at Airlie, a hotel and farm in Warrenton, Virginia, roughly an hour's drive from D.C.

Spread out over 1,200 acres at the foothills of Shenandoah Mountains, Airlie offers a slew of to-dos at this "island of thought."

Airlie has hosted a variety of guests from participants of the civil rights movement to the leaders of NASA. It was recently recognized by Historical Hotels of America for keeping its roots alive since its opening in 1956.

Now, you can create your own classic weekend at Airlie. Choose from more than 150 rooms and a dozen cottages for your stay, but don't forget to clock plenty of hours outside.

For the athletic-minded, there's everything from biking trails to a shooting range to tennis courts on the grounds. Outdoor yoga classes and golf courses also top the list.

How about an agriculture adventure? Get an inside look at all things organic with a tour of the farm's four-acre garden and greenhouse. You can also get tips for growing your own fruits, veggies and flowers.

Once you've worked up an appetite, try something from Airlie's menu, which features locally grown ingredients and farm-fresh flavors. You can also throw back a pint of craft beer at the center's Whistling Swan Pub.

And what's better than a glass or wine (or two) to mix into your day? With more than 20 wineries located nearby, Airlie is an ideal home base for your explorations of Virginia wine country. Taste top regional wines with a wine-makers dinner package.

Whether you're craving a pool day or winery tour, a weekend at Airlie may just be the perfect getaway to fit in this summer.

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