Thomas Jefferson once advised his daughter to never be idle, since a person who never loses time can never wish for more of it. Follow Jefferson's advice and spur into action—but sneak in a few moments of rest—when you Escape to The Mark Addy Inn in Nellysford, Virginia.
Charlottesville, where the third president is referred to simply as Mr. Jefferson, is minutes away from this stately Victorian where you and an energetic plus one will have a two-night weekday getaway in a standard ($212) or deluxe ($232) room.
Just as Jefferson's accomplishments were varied—after all, the guy rose at dawn and apparently didn't nap—the rooms are all distinctly decorated with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains to share.
Relax in the India-themed Tiger Lily room, surrounded by vibrant colors and elephants as you kick off your shoes and watch a free movie atop your king-sized bed. Or, sink into the antique claw-foot tub in the bathroom of Le Jardin after uncorking two courtesy bottles of wine in your sitting area.
Go for a sunset walk past the inn's stunning fountain with a stash of your included gourmet chocolates. Make use of the morning by playing a round of pool, and then enjoy your daily three-course breakfast on the house.
Visit four nearby wineries—Veritas Vineyard & Winery, Wintergreen Winery, Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery, and Hilltop Berry Farm & Winery—to taste the delicious flavors of Virginia winemaking (this is one undertaking Jefferson could not master). Then, keep your spirits up for two beer tastings at the Devils Backbone Brewing Company that will round out your complimentary thirst tour.
Finish your trip at Monticello, Jefferson's home, to see the ornate rooms and expansive gardens that occupied his time. After you catch a glimpse of the oval flower beds and the bedchamber, keep moving with a drive down the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway.
Fill your days with this Escape, and declare your independence from the workday grind.
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