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Attractions

Belle Grove Plantation - I-81 Exit 302. The 1797 home of Major Isaac Hite and his wife, Nelly Madison Hite, sister of President James Madison. Features authentic Jeffersonian architecture and breathtaking mountain views of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. Epicenter of the 1864 Civil War Battle of Cedar Creek. Official National Trust for Historic Preservation Site. The historic 1797 Manor House is open for tours daily April 1–Nov 3, Monday–Saturday 10 am–4 pm and Sunday, 1–5 pm. 540-869-2028. www.bellegrove.org

Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation - Annual anniversary reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek in October. Thousands of cavalry, artillery and infantry soldiers recreate the last great battle of the Shenandoah Valley on original field. Daily battles and demos. Food and merchants. 888-628-1864 or 540-869-2064. Tickets and info: www.cedarcreekbattlefield.org

Jackson's Chase Golf Course - I-66 Exit 6. An-18 hole golf course that combines history, beauty, convenience and some of the most challenging holes in the Shenandoah Valley. The course is demanding enough for the low handicapper, but still very enjoyable for mid- and high-handicappers. 540-635-7814.
www.jacksonschase.com 

Route 11 Potato Chips - I-81 Exit 302. Hand-cooked kettle-style potato chips prepared the old-fashioned way: Start with great potatoes; use high quality oil and good seasonings. We take advantage of our small size and make chipping our personal art form. Fry-viewing at factory store, Monday-Saturday 9 am-noon. Store open Monday-Saturday 9 am-5 pm. 800-294-SPUD. www.rt11.com

Wayside Theatre - 7853 Main St, I-81 Exit 302. Second oldest professional theater in Virginia bringing Broadway to the Shenandoah Valley in an intimate venue presenting comedies, musicals, mysteries and dramas at affordable prices. Year-round productions and wheelchair accommodations and handicapped accessible. Concessions/gift shop available on site. Reserved seating. For more: cephas@waysidetheatre.org, www.waysidetheatre.org or 540-869-1776

Lodging

The Wayside Inn - 7783 Main St., Middletown. I-81 Exit 302 (crossroads I-66 and I-81). Historic country inn with antique appointed guest rooms that blend a bygone era with modern comforts. Serving lunch, dinner and a Sunday buffet brunch. The Wayside has a continuing tradition of hospitality, fine food and lodging for more than 200 years. Weddings, private and corporate events in a unique setting. 540-869-1797 or 877-869-1797. Email info@alongthewayside.com. www.alongthewayside.com

Stephens City

Attractions

Dinosaur Land - I-81 Exit 307 at Winchester/Stephens City. A prehistoric forest from the past. Spectacular and colossal! Unbelievable but true! More than 50 exhibits on display. Open March 1-Dec 31. Gift shop. 540-692-2222

Newtown History Center - The Newtown History Center is a museum that offers exhibitions on the history of Stephens City, a wagon road settlement founded during the French and
Indian War, including its fame in the old Virginia freight wagon industry, its role in the Civil War and the lives of its past residents. 5408 Main Street, Stephens City, VA 22655 Directions - I-81 Exit 307, corner of Fairfax and Main Streets
Phone- 540-869-1700
Email - info@newtownhistorycenter.org
Website- www.newtownhistorycenter.org

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