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9 getaways · 9 hotels and cabins with a private tub · At a glance · FAQ
For a romantic getaway in Virginia, couples head to the wineries around Charlottesville, the brick sidewalks of Old Town Alexandria and the oceanfront at Virginia Beach. This guide covers 9 places across the state, among them Williamsburg, Chincoteague Island and Abingdon. For each one you get what to do, when to go and hotels and cabins where the room has its own jacuzzi or hot tub.
| Getaway | Best for | Best time |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Charlottesville and the Monticello Wine Trail | Wineries, Monticello | Fall |
| 2. Afton and the Nelson 151 Trail | Vineyards, rail tunnel hike | September to November |
| 3. Middleburg and Loudoun Wine Country | Wineries, hunt country | October |
| 4. Old Town Alexandria | Historic streets, river cruises | Any time of year |
| 5. Virginia Beach | Oceanfront, winter whales | January and February |
| 6. Williamsburg | Carriage rides, colonial streets | The holiday season |
| 7. Chincoteague Island | Wild ponies, quiet beach | Fall, or late July |
| 8. Abingdon | Creeper Trail, theater | August |
| 9. Fredericksburg | River walks, historic homes | October |
Charlottesville and Albemarle County have more than 40 wineries along the Monticello Wine Trail, and the area calls itself the birthplace of American wine. Virginia's tourism office names the town one of its most romantic destinations, with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the backdrop. Prospect Hill Inn, a short drive away in Louisa County, has historic cottages with a jetted tub.
Quaint retreat with private spa tubs, pool, massage and free breakfast, 15 minutes from Charlottesville, VA. Full details about Prospect Hill Inn & Restaurant
Afton sits at Rockfish Gap on the Blue Ridge, and Virginia's romantic getaway guide picks it for a quiet wine weekend. Nearby, the Nelson 151 trail counts 5 wineries, 3 breweries and 1 cidery in the north end of Nelson County. Iris Inn, on the Waynesboro side of the gap, has cabins with a private hot tub on a screened deck.
Hot tub on balconyCharming boutique lodge offers a hot tub, stylish interiors, and a welcoming atmosphere. Full details about Iris Inn
Loudoun wine country, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC, has more than 50 wineries and tasting rooms. Farther out, Middleburg is a quiet horse country town with vineyards around it. Stone Manor Boutique Inn, in Lovettsville, has suites with a jetted tub.
Top-rated Leesburg hotel with colorful rooms, hot tub in room, private wooded valley, and mountain views. Full details about Stone Manor Boutique Inn
Old Town Alexandria sits on the Potomac River, and Virginia's tourism office lists it first among its most romantic destinations. Walk King Street, the main street with brick sidewalks, then Captain's Row, the 100 block of Prince Street dating from the 1700s. The Alexandrian, on King Street, has a whirlpool room with a king bed.
Redbrick modern hotel with Jacuzzi, restaurants, 24-hour fitness center, and free bike rentals. Full details about The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria
Virginia Beach is where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic, and the state tourism office says a walk on the beach at sunset shows why the Virginia coastline is one of the most romantic places in the country. Sandbridge is a quieter community of rolling sand dunes and a slower pace. Capes Hotel, on the oceanfront, has a king suite with a corner whirlpool tub and a private balcony.
Guests love the whirlpool suites, perfect for unwinding after a day of beachside fun. Full details about Capes Hotel
Williamsburg is home to the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area. Spend a day there, then book a couples massage at the Spa of Colonial Williamsburg. Comfort Suites Williamsburg Historic Area has a studio suite with a jetted tub.
Business travelers appreciate hot tub in room, work-friendly desks, and high-speed internet. Full details about Comfort Suites Williamsburg Historic Area
Chincoteague Island, on Virginia's Eastern Shore, is known for its wild ponies, its wildlife refuge and the Assateague Lighthouse. The beach is on Assateague Island National Seashore, and couples come for the sunrises and sunsets over the marsh and open water. Garden and Sea Inn, a short drive away in New Church, has suites with a double Jacuzzi tub.
Victorian B&B resort with private Jacuzzi, pool, free breakfast and charming gardens, near Chincoteague Island. Full details about Garden and Sea Inn
Abingdon is a historic town in the Blue Ridge Highlands of far southwest Virginia, with mountain scenery all around. The 34 mile Virginia Creeper Trail starts in the center of town, and Barter Theatre, the State Theatre of Virginia, puts on plays all year. Comfort Suites Abingdon, off I-81, has a king suite with a two person hot tub.
Abingdon hotel with in-room hot tubs and free breakfast, near I-81 and close to the historic downtown area. Full details about Comfort Suites Abingdon
Fredericksburg is a historic river town on the Rappahannock, on I-95 between Washington, DC and Richmond. The city tourism office publishes its own couple's retreat guide, with a trolley or carriage ride through the historic streets. Richard Johnston Inn, on Caroline Street, has several rooms with a jetted tub.
Upscale 18th-century B&B in a historical district, with private spa baths, courtyards, and in-room breakfast. Full details about Richard Johnston Inn
Charlottesville is a strong pick. Virginia's tourism office calls its Blue Ridge backdrop the epitome of romance, and more than 40 wineries line the Monticello Wine Trail. The same list names Alexandria, Middleburg, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg and Abingdon.
Fall. October is Virginia Wine Month, and harvest season on the Nelson 151 trail near Afton starts in September. On the coast, January and February bring smaller crowds to Virginia Beach and the best chance to see humpback whales.
A wine country weekend near Charlottesville works well: vineyard visits, dinner at Palladio Restaurant at Barboursville Vineyards and a night in one of Prospect Hill Inn's historic cottages with a jetted tub. On the Eastern Shore, Garden and Sea Inn near Chincoteague has suites with a double Jacuzzi tub for two.
Virginia is for Lovers is the state tourism slogan, unveiled in 1969. The state tourism office calls it one of the most iconic tourism slogans in the world.
Old Town Alexandria is just across the Potomac, and Loudoun wine country starts about 25 miles west of the city, with Middleburg farther out in hunt country. Chincoteague Island is about 3.5 hours away for wild ponies and a quiet beach.
Yes. Visit Virginia Beach says winter brings smaller crowds, and January and February are the surest bet for humpback whales. Capes Hotel on the oceanfront has a king suite with a corner whirlpool tub and a private balcony.
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