Trade the rushed day trip for a few days surrounded by Blue Ridge views, local wine, creative experiences, outdoor adventure, and room to slow down.
Trade the rushed day trip for a few days surrounded by Blue Ridge views, local wine, creative experiences, outdoor adventure, and room to slow down.
Nelson County is close enough for an easy drive, but it deserves more than a quick visit. Check in during the week, settle into the scenery, and experience the county at your own pace. Spend your days tasting local wine, visiting makers, exploring the outdoors, and discovering places worth lingering over.
Sip
Flying Fox Vineyard
Small-lot producer known for inventive wines and the Sly Fox vermouth line, letting each varietal speak for itself.
Create
Glass Hollow Studio
Discover the art of glassmaking at Glass Hollow Studio and Gallery, nestled in the scenic Rockfish Valley.
Explore
Blue Ridge Tunnel
Walk the restored 1850s Blue Ridge Railroad tunnel on a 2.25-mile crushed-gravel path with dramatic stone portals.
Explore
Crabtree Falls
Five major cascades dropping 1,200 feet, the highest vertical-drop waterfall east of the Mississippi.
Explore
Wintergreen Resort
Mountain resort for hiking, golf, and long Blue Ridge views — a Nelson County stop for this promo outside winter.
Sip
Nelson 29 Trail
A scenic Route 29 stretch of breweries, wineries, and distilleries through the heart of Nelson County.
Explore
Spy Rock
Soaring granite dome reached by a hike with rocky scrambles and sweeping Blue Ridge summit panoramas.
Stay
Farmhouse at Veritas
Six luxurious bedrooms in the heart of Virginia Wine Country, with farm-fresh breakfast on Veritas Vineyard.
Get around
Reliable Rides
Spend less time thinking about transportation and more time enjoying your stay between participating stops.
Explore
Tye River
34-mile Blue Ridge stream offering Class I-II+ whitewater, mountain views, and seasonal paddling windows.
Stay
Devils Backbone Camp
RV and tent sites paired with craft beverage venues, live music, and easy access to hiking and Nelson 151.
Stay
The Indigo House
5% off your stay with CHECKINTONELSON, plus complimentary coffee service during your visit.
Stay
Retreat at Crabtree Falls
15% off your stay with CHECKINTONELSON near one of Nelson County’s signature waterfall escapes.
Stay longer
Plan a two-night escape or settle in for three or four days, then use promo code CHECKINTONELSON to save with participating partners.
Wake up in the heart of Virginia wine country. Vineyard views, thoughtful hospitality, and an ideal home base for exploring Nelson County.
Book Farmhouse 15% off
Settle into the Blue Ridge where outdoor stays, mountain scenery, craft beverage experiences, and on-site agritourism come together.
Book Devils Backbone 15% off
A welcoming Nelson County stay with room to slow down — and complimentary coffee service during your visit.
Book Indigo House 5% off
A mountain getaway near Crabtree Falls, with room to settle in and explore more of Nelson County.
Book the Retreat 15% offStay for two nights or make it a three-to-four-day getaway. Choose the experiences that fit your pace and create a trip that feels like your own.
Wine country
Discover thoughtfully made Virginia wine in a relaxed, character-filled setting. Stop in for a tasting, take in the atmosphere, and enjoy another side of Nelson County wine country.
Hands-on artistry
Add something hands-on to your stay. Experience local artistry, explore the glassblowing process, and create a memorable stop beyond the traditional tasting room.
Historic outdoors
Walk through one of Nelson County’s most distinctive historic attractions, a memorable mix of mountain scenery, local history, and outdoor exploration.
Mountain resort
A Blue Ridge mountain basecamp for hiking, golf, and long views. Check Into Nelson runs here outside winter — plan a spring, summer, or fall visit for this promo.
Craft beverage trail
Follow Route 29 through the heart of Nelson County for a scenic stretch of breweries, wineries, and distilleries — from Blue Mountain Barrel House to Mountain & Vine and stops in between.
Get Around
Spend less time thinking about transportation and more time enjoying your stay. Travel safely and conveniently between participating stops.
Pick your check-in and check-out dates, then drag experiences to reshape the plantap ↑ ↓ to reorder — including moving a stop to another day. Nelson moves at your speed.
There’s so much to do in Nelson County.
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Devils Backbone Campground
Wintergreen Resort
Nelson 29 Trail
Reliable Rides
The Indigo House
Retreat at Crabtree Falls
