The Porches
A writing retreat on the James River
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“The pages are still blank, but there is a miraculous feeling of words being there, written in invisible ink and clamoring to become visible.”
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Description Spacious porches and large private rooms provide peaceful views of wooded river bluffs and pastures. After a day of writing enjoy sitting on the porches, sipping wine as you watch deer browse among the fruit trees. Our mission is to provide writers uninterrupted time in a unique historical space within an environment of natural beauty. Surrounding Area and Activities: When the muse needs a break, there are many outdoor activities and cultural destinations. The Porches is a pleasant drive from the home of 4 US presidents, including Jefferson’s fascinating Monticello. The local river rafters provide canoeing, tubing, kyaking on the James River at nearby Scottsville. Twenty-five minutes away are the Blue Ridge mountains and Appalachian hiking trails, Crab Tree Falls, and Wintergreen ski resort. The local award-winning wineries offer tours and tastings. Across the James River, Yogaville, an ashram, is open to the public for yoga classes and vegetarian meals. Downstream on the James River is the James River Wildlife Management Area with watchable wildlife, picnic sites, hike and bike trails. In Lovingston you’ll find an excellent restaurant/lounge and an eclectic coffee shop with local folk and blue-grass musicians performing throughout the week. |
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