The Inn at Sugar Hollow Farm
Bed and Breakfast

The Inn at Sugar Hollow Farm is located just 13 miles west of Charlottesville on a 70-acre wooded farm in the Moorman River Valley at the edge of Shenandoah National Park. The valley has long served as a main thoroughfare into the Blue Ridge Mountains. Originally the site of a trading post, the property has served the mountain community since the days of Thomas Jefferson. On this historical site, Dick and Hayden Cabell designed and custom-built the bed and breakfast inn. Their home welcomes travelers in the spirit of those bygone days.

The oak-beamed, country-style family and dining rooms open to a broad, blue stone terrace. The grand view from this terrace stretches across the gardens and fields to Pasture Fence Mountain and the Blue Ridge. This is a perfect spot to enjoy late afternoons with a glass of icy lemonade or a mug of hot apple cider as you watch the sun gently descend behind the mountains. Guest areas on the first floor include a study and a cheerful sunroom. The fireplaces in the dining room and family room invite fireside conversations on cool evenings. On the second floor, you will find a cozy reading nook and an upper deck that overlooks the herb garden.

The Inn at Sugar Hollow Farm features five distinctive bedrooms with cozy corners in which to relax and read. The decor in each lodging accommodation is inspired by the natural features of the area. Every bedroom has a private bath, and two rooms feature relaxing double whirlpool tubs. Wood-burning fireplaces will warm and comfort you in four of the bedrooms.

Begin your day with a full country breakfast including egg specialties, homemade buttermilk pancakes or French Toast, fresh fruit, freshly baked muffins, fruit juice, freshly ground coffee, and tea. Your host and hostess, Dick and Hayden, will be happy to help you plan your adventures for the day. You may wish to explore the out-of-doors by taking a stroll through the grounds and enjoy the delicate mix of aromas from the herb garden. You may soon find yourself sitting alongside the stream, watching woodland birds flit among the trees.

A scenic walk along the Moorman River will take you to the Shenandoah National Park, leading to miles of trails that merge with the Appalachian Trail. Some biking enthusiasts bring their own bikes to explore the meandering roads. If you are watchful, you may see the wild turkey, deer, fox, or the occasional black bear that wanders the woods.

The grounds surrounding the bed and breakfast consist of ten acres of pasture and organic gardens that are within earshot of the Moorman River and a nearby mountain stream. The sounds of winds whispering throughout the trees and the river rushing through the rocks enhance the panoramic views of Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge.

Within a few miles of Sugar Hollow, you may purchase orchard peaches and apples, partake of wine tasting at nearby wineries, or enjoy an apple butter festival. Equestrian fans may go horseback riding at a nearby stable or attend the steeplechase races at Foxfield and Montpelier. In addition, the Charlottesville area offers many interesting attractions to fill your day, such as the University of Virginia with its Rotunda, lawns, and gardens, as well as many sporting and cultural events. Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's incomparable home, is 30 minutes away, and Wintergreen Ski resort is within an hour's drive. The area also includes numerous other historic sites that are open to visitors year-round.

Let Dick and Hayden provide for you relaxing days and evenings of good food, good company, and inspiring natural surroundings at The Inn at Sugar Hollow Farm. They look forward to sharing their home and their love of the Shenandoah with you.