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Historic Homes & Buildings

Old Clarke County Courthouse (circa 1836)
102 North Church Street • Berryville, VA 22611
540-955-5100
This historic courthouse was designed and built by David Meade, younger brother of Bishop William Meade, soon after Clarke County was formed from Frederick. Other buildings on the court square include the county jail, the sheriff's office, and a former clerk's office. map

Clarke County Park
225 Al Smith Circle • Berryville, VA 22611
540-955-5140
A beautiful 102 acre park which includes a walking trail, sheltered picnic areas, an outdoor swimming pool, soccer fields, ball fields, lighted tennis courts, and a recreation center. The recreation center features a gymnasium, a fitness room, a full kitchen, and a multipurpose room for meetings and special events. map

Holy Cross Abbey
901 Cool Spring Lane • Berryville, VA 22611
Set in the shelter of the Shenandoah Valley, this monastery is run by Trappist Monks who follow a life of strict prayer, discipline, and physical labor. See a more serene and contemplative side of life while visiting this abbey which offers tours, meditation, and personal prayer from 3:15 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. every day. Visitors can also purchase one of the abbey's famous fruitcakes from the monastic bakery. more... map
River Hawk Tours
117 Rosemont Circle • Berryville, VA 22611
540-955-2716
Discover a more peaceful world of nature with this company which provides you with a relaxing and adventurous experience on the historic Shenandoah River. This touring outfit offers tours to fit your schedule with fishing, sight seeing, and related excursions possible in the comfortable drift boats complete with a local native as your guide. more... map

Veramar Vineyard
905 Quarry Road • Berryville, VA 22611
540-955-5510
Set on a 100 acre estate between the Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains, this small, family operated business invites visitors to sample the award-winning wines, as well as purchase specialty and gift items from its shop near the tasting room. The vineyard also hosts special events on some weekends, such as live mystery theater over an alfresco candlelight dinner. more... map