It All Begins Here www.discoverfrontroyal.com
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Front Royal Visitor Center 414 E Main Street Front Royal, VA 22630 (800)338-2576
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Design by Front Royal Visitor Center Photo Credit: Glen Ferst, Ken Thurman, Kelly Walker, Bill Wilson, Weatherly Morgan, Susan Jeffrey, Cindy Rodney, Katey Kerns , Jason Schneider
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Natural beauty year round, history tales, hiking trails and small town ambience, Front Royal is the place to be
Open a door to adventure..
Front Royal is an outstanding base for outdoor adventure attracting visitors from around the nation and the world. Stroll through the heart of town for history, shopping, and architecture. See historic homes such as the Balthis House, the oldest surviving structure. Follow the path of Stonewall Jackson as he led troops through the Shenandoah Valley. At the end of the day, relax in accommodations that fit your style and enjoy dining at one of our chef owned restaurants.
Let the experts at the Visitor Center help plan your stay.
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540-636-0702 www.warrenheritagesociety.org This 18th century home, is the oldest surviving structure on Chester Street:, the oldest street in Front Royal.
Belle Boyd Cottage 540-636-1446 www.warrenheritagesociety.org The cottage features a guided tour of Confederate spy Belle Boyd’s Civil War home.
Ivy Lodge 101 Chester Street, 540-636-1446, www.warrenheritagesociety.org Open year round, the historic 1819 Ivy Lodge houses the Warren Heritage Society as well as a museum exhibiting the history of Front Royal. Gift Shop features locally handcrafted items. Photo: Prospect Hill Cemetery
Warren Rifles Confederate Museum 540636-06982 A Collection of local arms, battle flags, uniforms and accoutrements, cavalry equipment, rare documents, other personal and domestic items of the 1860’s. 2 Historic self-guided tours available at the Front Royal Visitors Center. Battle of Front Royal Driving tour covers 16 miles and ten Civil War markers, one being Prospect Hill Cemetery. The Walking Tour features historic Chester Street.
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Historic Downtown
Historic Chester Street Balthis House
Front Royal celebrates its founding in 1788 by Peter Lehew 225th Anniversary Schedule May 3rd 225th Exhibit at Warren Heritage Society opens May 18th Wine and Craft Festival (225th Booth June 1st Dancin’ Downtown 5-10 pm (225th Booth) July 20th Warren Heritage Walking Tour Historic Walking Tour
August 15th Commemoration of 225th anniversary by Warren Heritage Society at Town Hall 16th Founders Day Festival 17th Opening of Town Hall Cornerstone Time Capsule
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September 6th 225th anniversary of the Balthis House September 7th Historic Front Royal Walking Tour September 28th Brew and Blues Festival (225th Anniversary Booth) October Festival of Leaves (225th Anniversary Booth) November Historical lecture series December 7th Christkindlmarkt 225th Anniversary Booth
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Shenandoah National Park
Front Royal is the Northern Gateway to the Shenandoah National Park also known as the Skyline Drive. Beginning at Milepost 0 some of the most spectacular vistas are seen along the 105 mile drive. Be sure to stop at milepost 4.6 where the Dickey Ridge Visitor Center has the latest program information in the park. The National Park boasts miles of hiking along the Appalachian Trail, 800 species of wildflowers, ranger activities and gorgeous fall foliage. Nps.gov/shen Visitshen.com For information and reservations 800-999-4714
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350 Daughter of the Stars Drive www.virginiaoutdoors.com The park is 1,619 acres with 5.6 miles of river frontage along the south fork of the Shenandoah River. The rolling, mountainous land features steep slopes and is mostly wooded. In addition to meandering river frontage, the park offers scenic vistas overlooking the Massanutten mountain to the west and Shenandoah National Park to the east. Coming in 2013! Virginia Canopy Tours at the Andy Guest Shenandoah River StatePark: offering thrilling views of the Shenandoah River, wildlife, flora, and fauna, while gaining an education on the history of the area - all from a birds-eye view in the trees.
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Shenandoah River State Park
Shenandoah River State Park
Hiking & Backpacking
George Washington National Forest Lee Ranger District Fort Valley Rd Fort Valley, Virginia Hundreds of miles of hiking trails. G. R. Thompson Wildlife Management Area Hunt, fish, hike and view spectacular fields of wildflowers. Linden, Virginia http:// www.dgif.virginia.gov The Appalachian Trail The Appalachian Trail is a continuous footpath extending 2,178 unbroken miles from Maine to Georgia. Front Royal was recently designated an Appalachian Trail Community. The Visitor Center offers hospitality bags for hikers as well as a hikers box. There is also a free mobile app for AT hiker information. Mike Evans: authorized ATC shuttle driver 540-539-0509 540-631-0777(Hostel) Sharon’s Shuttles 703-615-5612
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The South fork of the Shenandoah River is renowned for its canoeing excellence, ideal for novice and experienced paddlers alike. The river is nested between Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest, boasting spectacular mountain scenery and abundant wildlife. Fishing can be superb depending on the day (and the fisherman). Come join us for an unforgettable day of fun and adventure on one of America’s most beautiful rivers.
DIRECTIONS: From Front Royal follow route 340 south to the village of Bentonville; just past a big white church on the right, turn right onto route 613 (Indian Hollow Road) and follow it 1 mile. We are on the right, Downriver Canoe Company. Now the adventure begins!
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8567 Stonewall Jackson Highway, Front Royal 800-270-8808, 540-635-5440 www.frontroyalcanoe.com Front Royal Canoe offers canoe, kayak, raft and tube trips on the beautiful South Fork of the Shenandoah River. All trips come complete with paddles, life vests, maps, and shuttle service. Family fun! Great fishing!
Down River Canoe Company 884 Indian Hollow Road, Bentonville 800-338-1963, 540-635-5526 www.downriver.com Fun & exciting river trips on the legendary Shenandoah River. Great for family & friends. No experience necessary. Offering kayak and canoe trips for the more adventurous, mellow raft floats and refreshing tube floats.
Skyline Canoe Company Personalized service and customized trips. Hands on instruction given by an American Canoe Association certified canoe instructor. Great for family getaways, outdoor adventures, and group retreats.
Public Boat Landings Front Royal Boat Landing: Luray Avenue Indian Hollow Boat Launch: Route 340 South to Bentonville, right on Route 613 Karo: Route 340 South for 5 miles Morgan’s Ford Low Water Bridge: Happy Creek Road (Route 624) Riverton: Route 340/522 North Shenandoah River State Park 340 South Fishing Trout, Small and Largemouth bass, rock bass; redbreast sunfish; channel catfish, bluegill; muskellunge
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Watery Wonders
Front Royal Canoe Company
Over and Under Balloons, Airplanes and Caverns Blue Ridge Hot Air Balloons 552 Milldale Hollow Road, 540-622-6325 www.rideair.com Experience the high adventure of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the breathtaking scenery of the Shenandoah Valley in a hot air balloon. Whether looking down onto the valley or brushing along the treetops of a ridge, the time spent is one that will never be forgotten.
Cass Aviation Scenic Airplane Rides 229 Stokes Airport Road, 540-635-3570 www.virginiaairshow.com
Skyline Caverns www.skylinecaverns.com Discovered in 1937 Skyline Caverns takes visitors 260 feet below the ground to see rare calcite crystals known as anthodites, majestic stalactites, and an underground stream.
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5197 Reliance Road, Front Royal, 540-636-4523 www.highlanderhorses.com Group and private rides led by professional guides. Reservations required.
Royal Horseshoe Farm 601 Morgan Ford Road, Front Royal, 866-636-5605 www.royalhorsehoe.com Our historic, scenic trails pass across Manassas Run, old cannon emplacements, barns that used to hold US Cavalry ponies, and the house where George Washington stayed when he was a young man surveying for Lord Fairfax.
Secret Passage Ranch 13296 Fort Valley Road Fort Valley , Va 22652 540-933-6564
Marriott Ranch 5305 Marriott Lane Hume, Va 22639 540-364-3741
Skyland Resort Located in Shenandoah National Park (540) 999-2211
Skyline Ranch Resort 540-635-4169 751 Mountain Rd Front Royal, VA 22630
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Horseback Riding
Highlander Horses
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Chester Gap Cellars 4615 Remount Road, Front Royal, 540-636-8086 www.chestergapcellars.com
Glen Manor Vineyards 2244 Browntown Road, Front Royal, 540-635-6324 www.glenmanorvineyards.com
Rappahanock Cellars 14437 Hume Road, Huntly, 540-635-9398 www.rappahannockcellars.com
Fox Meadows Winery 3310 Freezeland Road, Linden, 540-636-6777
[email protected], www.foxmeadowwinery.com Great Wines…Great Views…Great Times. 7 days a week.
Naked Mountain Vineyard and Winery 2747 Leeds Manor Road, Markham, 540-364-1609 www.nakedmtnwinery.com
Chateau O’Brien Vineyard and Winery 3238 Rail Stop Road, Markham, 571-238-0033
www.chateauobrien.com
Philip Carter Winery of Virginia 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume, 540-364-1203 www.pcwinery.com The First Family of American Wine.
Three Fox Vineyards 10100 Three Fox Lane, PO Box 9, Delaplane, 540-364-6073www.threefoxvineyards.com
Delaplane Cellars 2187 Winchester Road, Delaplane, 540-592-7210 www.delaplanecellars.com
Copper Fox Distillery River Lane, Sperryville, 540-987-8800 www.copperfox.biz
Mountain View Winery 444 Signal Knob Road Strasburg, 22657
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Vineyards
Vineyards
Arts & Markets
Arts Blue Ridge Arts Council 305 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-990 www.blueridgearts.org Blue Ridge Arts Council provides a broad base of support for the visual and performing arts. (BRAC) presents the summerlong outdoor concert series called “Gazebo Gatherings” at 7:00 pm at the gazebo in the Town Commons at Main and Chester Streets.
Delilah’s 105 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-636-0082 www.doubledogdesigns.com
Sun Studio 20 E. 8th Street, Front Royal, 540-636-6511
[email protected]
Brittany Wills Gallery of Art 13458 John Marshall Hwy Linden, VA 22642 703-895-3538
Hands To Create 409 E Main Street Front Royal 540-636-4466
Farm & Flea Markets Front Royal Farmers Market
Gazebo, Main Street Front Royal Saturdays May– October
Front Royal Antique & Flea Market S. Commerce Avenue (between Stonewall Dr./South St.) Open only on weekends. 540-636-9729 Also featuring local produce and baked goods
Warren County Fairgrounds Flea Market 26 Fairground Road Opened only on the weekends. Please call for more information.(540) 635-5827
Double Tollgate Flea Market Route 340 North
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456 Shadows Drive, Front Royal 866-631-9661, 540-631-9661
[email protected], www.blueridgeshadows.com Spectacular views, tour-quality conditions and great golf are in the shadows of Skyline Drive at Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club.
Bowling Green Country Club 838 Bowling Green Road, Front Royal 800-659-0163, 540-771-7084
[email protected], www.bowlinggreencountryclub.net A beautiful 36-hole experience in the Shenandoah Valley behind the Linden Mountain Range.
Front Royal Country Club 902 Country Club Road, Front Royal, just off Interstate-66 on Route 522 540-635-7750, The Front Royal Golf Club is a public parkland golf course located north of Front Royal.
Jackson’s Chase Golf Club 65 Jackson’s Chase Drive, Middletown, 540-635-7814
[email protected], www.jacksonschase.com Jackson’s Chase is where challenging golf and history combine to elevate your next golf outing to a winning experience.
Shenandoah Valley Golf Club 134 Golf Club Circle, Front Royal 540-636-4653
[email protected], www.svgcgolf.com 27-hole award-winning championship course is ranked in the top 10 courses in Virginia.
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Golf
Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club
Antiques & Shopping
Antiques Ole Timers 220 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-636-9444
Rogers Antiques 112 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-622-2055
Valley Finds 218 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-622-6200
[email protected], www.valleyfinds.com
Arleen Brown Antiques 301 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 703-789-1245 arleenbrownantiques.com
Beau Monde Boutique 131 E Main Street, Front Royal, 202-246-1007
Specialty Shops Delilah’s 105 E Main St Front Royal, VA 22630 (540) 6360082
Painting by Kelly Walker Studios
gathered 201 E. Main street suite 1C540-635-1559
J’s Gourmet 206 S. Royal Avenue, 540-636-9293 www.jsgourmet.com
Royal Oak Bookshop 207 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-7070 www.royaloakbookshop.com
Royal Oak Computers 203 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-7064 www.royaloakcomputers.com
The Good Life 213 E Main Street, Front Royal,540-631-7223
Main Street Pawn Shop 304 E Main Street, Front Royal,540636-9811
Architectural Old House Parts 999-C Shenandoah Shores Road Front Royal, 540-636-7984www.oldhouseparts.net
Brooklyn’s Marketplace 113 E Main Street 540-635-1150
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Stokes Mart 506 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-4000
Gourmet Delights 204 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-636-4466
Faithful and True 201 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-636-3800
Charlie’s Thrift Store 650 W 11th Street, Front Royal,540-683-1740
Wheels and Deals 11E 3rd Street, Front Royal, 540-635-2766
Andricks 613 N Royal Ave, Front Royal, 540-635-9000
Pagemaster Bookstore 904 John Marshall Highway, Front Royal,540-635-5353
[email protected]
Tres Bella Day Spa and Boutique 426 N Royal Ave, Front Royal, 540-635-2255
Charming Chaos 216 E Main, Front Royal, 540-398-1577
The Giving Tree 13485 John Marshall Highway, Linden 540-635-8880
Eleventy Seven Toy Shop 529 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-1361
Gourmet Delights Gifts and Framing 204 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-8610
Hands To Create 409 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-636-4466
[email protected]
House of Fabrics 207 E Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-5873
The Kiln Doctor 100 E 8th Street Front Royal, 540-636-6016 www.thekilndoctor.com 540-635-8880
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Specialty Shopping
Stokes General Store 33 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-635-4437
More Specialty Shopping
Better Thymes Natural Foods 417 South Street, Front Royal 540-636-9209 www.betterthymes.com
Mountain Mystic Trading Company 215-B South Street, Front Royal 540-635-6318 www.mountainmystic.com
Sunflower Cottage 150 Ridgemont Road, Middletown 540-8698482 www.sunflowercottage.net Sunflower Cottage is an herb farm, garden center and tea room.
Jewelry Nicolle’s Jewelry Design 214 E Main Street, Front Royal 540-622-2647
Jean’s Jewelers 407 E. Main Street, Front Royal 888-453-2674, 540-622-6166www.jeansjewelers.com
Foster’s Jewel Box 130 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-636-1311
Ridgeline Design 413 E Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-3355 Specializing in fine estate and antique jewelry, precious stones, minerals and local art.
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Anthony’s Pizza Apartment 2G 206 S. Royal Avenue Front Royal 540-636-9293 www.jsgourment.com
Element 206 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal 540-636-9293 www.jsgourmet.com
L.Dee’s Pancake House 522 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-3791
Lucky Star Lounge 205-A E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-5297
The Main Street Daily Grind 215 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-3556 www.frontroyaldailygrind.com Apple House Deli 401 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-1245
Main Street Mill Restaurant 500 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-636-3123
Soul Mountain Restaurant 300 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-636-0070 www.soulmountainrestaurant.com
Baked Bagels & More 218 E Main Street Street, Front Royal
Vino 124 124 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-281 www.vino124.com
Wine and Duck 117 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-636-1000
Wynn’s Restaurant 219 E. Main Street, Front Royal 540-635-5956
Yamafuji 241 Chester Street Front Royal 540-631-3454
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Downtown Dining
103 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal 540-636-2000
Local Favorites
The Apple House 4675 John Marshall Highway, Linden, 540-636-6329 www.applehouse.net Apple House Deli 401 E Main Street 540-635-1245 Family owned since 1963. Comfort food, donuts and Virginia food products. Hours: 11 A.M.—7 P.M.
3 Brothers Burgers 510 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-631-1101
Castiglia Italian Eatery 328 Remount Road, Front Royal, 540-635-8815
Front Royal Diner 865 John Marshall Highway Front Royal, 540-631-0900
Joe’s Steakhouse 708 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-2780 www.joessteak.com
Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 1303 N. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-7348
Knotty Pine Restaurant 801 N. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-3064
Melting Pot Pizza 138 W. 14th Street, Front Royal, 540-636-6146 www.meltingpotpizza.com
South Street Grill 424-A South Street, Front Royal, 540-636-6654
Spelunkers 116 South Street, Front Royal, 540-631-0300 www.spelunkerscustard.com
Stonewall Jackson Restaurant 915 N. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-1862 www.stonewalljacksonrestaurant.com
Royal Oak Tavern 101 W 14th Street, Front Royal, 540-551-9953
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407– A South Commerce Avenue, Front Royal 540-636-6654
China Jade Restaurant 239 South Street, Front Royal, 540-635-9161
Golden China Restaurant 1423 Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-3688
Hong Kong Restaurant 300 Remount Road, Front Royal, 540-635-9990
Aunt Sandy’s Diner 107 Water Street Front Royal 540-636-2700
2 Fat Butchers 239 C South Street, Front Royal 540-635-6900 2fatbutchers.com
Thunwa Thai 10 S. Commerce Avenue, Front Royal (at the Quality Inn) 540-631-0616 Mon-Fri 11am-10pm Sat and Sun12pm-10pm Delicious, authentic Thai food served in a friendly atmosphere. Conveniently located near Main Street shopping.
Ice Cream & Frozen Treats B& L Custard South Street 6th Street
Zinga Frozen Yogurt 415 A South Street 571-248-4836
The Main Street Daily Grind 215 E Main Street Front Royal 540-635-3556
Spelunkers 116 South Street, Front Royal 540-631-0300 Apple House Ice Cream Stand 4675 John Marshall Highway, Linden, 540-636-6329
TONY T’S APPLE FARM
CHEN T I K &
Front Royal VA22630 540-622-2612 tony@apple—farm.com
www.icgbenefits.com www.apple—farm.com
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More Local Favorites
Mom’s Country Kitchen
National Favorites
National Favorites Los Portillo’s 90 Riverton Commons Plaza, Front Royal, 540-622-2144
McAllister’s Deli 70 Riverton Commons Plaza, Front Royal, 540-631-7277
Houlihan’s 111 Hospitality Drive, Front Royal, 540-631-3045
China City Buffet 40 Riverton Commons, Front Royal, 540-636-8889
Foster’s Grille 40 Riverton Commons 540-635-2496 Applebee’s 45 Riverton Commons Plaza
Arby’s 1204 N. Royal Avenue Ledo’s Pizza 135 Crooked Run Plaza, Front Royal, 540-635-4700
Fox’s Pizza Den 1202 N Royal Ave, Front Royal, 540-635-2800
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Burger King 412 South Street Roy Rogers 135 Riverton Commons Plaza Cracker Barrel 15 Riverton Commons Plaza Domino’s Pizza PO Box1364/Royal Plaza Kentucky Fried Chicken 807 John Marshall Highway Mcdonald’s 409 South Street Front Royal Pizza Hut 22 W. 14th Street Front Royal Panda Express 230 Crooked Run Plaza Front Royal Papa John Pizza 610 N. Royal Avenue Front Royal Starbuck’s 125 Riverton Commons Plaza Starbuck’s 10 Crooked Run Plaza
Subway 530 N. Royal Avenue Front Royal Taco Bell 620 N. Royal Avenue Front Royal TGI Fridays 180 Crooked Run Plaza Front Royal Wendy’s 836 N. Commerce Avenue McDonald’s 9846 Winchester Road Mikado 50 Riverton Commons Plaza Tropical Smoothie Café 60 Riverton Commons Plaza
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National Favorites
National Favorites
Where to Stay
Bed and Breakfasts Killahevlin Bed & Breakfast 1401 N. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 800-847-6132, 540-636-7335
[email protected], www.vairish.com
Woodward House on Manor Grade 413 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 800-635-7011, 540-635-7010
[email protected], www.acountryhome.com
Fairview House Bed & Breakfast 134 Golf Club Circle, Front Royal, 540-635-3588
[email protected], www.svgcgolf.com
Flint Hill Public House and Suites 675 Zachary Taylor Hwy Flint Hill 540- 675-1700 www.flinthillva.com/
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Caledonia Farm 1812 Bed & Breakfast 47 Dearing Road, Flint Hill, VA www.bnb1812.com 540-675-3693 Celebrate 200 year history adjacent Shenandoah Park. National registered B&B offers 2 private suites, fireplaces, A/C, full breakfast, bikes and fish pond. Ultimate scenery, hospitality and tranquility.
Lackawanna Bed & Breakfast 236 Riverside Drive, Front Royal, 877-222-7495, 540-636-7945
[email protected], www.lackawannabb.com 1869 Italianate six-bedroom Historic Mansion nestled on two acres of land above the Shenandoah River. Three nicely decorated rooms each with private bath. Elegant breakfast served at time of your choice and with various menus.
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Where to Stay
Bed and Breakfasts
Where to Stay
Cabins BEAU RIDGE CABIN 233 Luchase Road, Linden, 540-636-4856
[email protected], www.beauridgecabin.com Mountaintop Cabin overlooking Shenandoah Valley in Virginia wine country, complimentary wine tastings HAPPY CREEK LOG CABIN Linden, 828-763-2244
[email protected], www.happycreeklogcabin.com GOONEY LODGE PARTNERS, LLC. Browntown Road, 704-798-5200 www.homeaway.com, www.gooneylodge.com Historic country home on Gooney Creek. Sleeps 8-10. Fireplaces, balconies, porch facing creek. Near Skyline Drive, Caverns, Shenandoah River, wineries. No Pets. Weekly/Weekend rental May – October. See website for rates/availability. RIVER BEND RETREATS Panhandle Road, Bentonville, 866-456-4600
[email protected], www.riverbendretreats.com PROMISE HOLLOW 114 Whispering Pine Lane, Bentonville, 703-671-4280
[email protected] Rustic mountain chalet. Fully furnished vacation home for rent, 2-night minimum, weekly rental discount. SKYMONT 8567 Stonewall Jackson Highway 540-635-5440 www.frontroyalcanoe.com All units are located on a bluff over the South Fork of the Shenandoah River with awesome views of both the Massanutten mountain range and the Shenandoah National Park.
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ABSOLUTE PERFECT RETREAT Off Route 340, Bentonville, 540-636-1879 www.buracker-construction.com This log-sided Shenandoah Valley home is the perfect place for your family getaway or a romantic vacation. Located between the villages of Bentonville and Browntown, VA, this gorgeous retreat sleeps 2-10 guests BLUE MOUNTAIN OASIS 4251 Blue Mountain Road, Linden, 703-468-1823
[email protected], www.weekendoasis.net Located on Blue Mountain in Linden, just outside of historic Front Royal, enjoy this mountain oasis. Near all the attractions, vineyards, and outfitted with a hot tub. swimming pools, free canoe/kayak use. Pets welcome! LOW WATER CABINS 192 Panhandle Road, Bentonville, 540-635-7277
[email protected], SKY HAVEN CABINS 715 Luchase Road, Linden, 540-635-1915
[email protected] HOT TUB HEAVEN VACATION CABINS Front Royal, 540-636-1522
[email protected], www.hthva.com Open year round, our nine cabins, Located on Blue Mountain in Linden– 10 miles east of Front Royal and 60 miles east of D.C., are fully functioning homes. Each home has its own hot tub! All you need are your clothes and groceries. Lake access. Dog Friendly!
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Where to Stay
Cabins
Where to Stay
National Inns HOLIDAY INN & SUITES AT BLUE RIDGE SHADOWS RESORT 111 Hospitality Drive, 540-631-3050 www.holidayinn.com/frontroyalva Overlooking award winning Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club, our full-service conference hotel features a Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar HAMPTON INN 9800 Winchester Road, Front Royal, 800-HAMPTON, 540-635-1882 www.hamptoninn.com The newly remodeled and renovated hotel offers free hot breakfast in their perfect mix lobby, and an indoor pool, fitness center, business center, suite shop, wired/wireless Internet access, and meeting rooms are available. SUPER 8 MOTEL 11 South Street, Front Royal, 800-800-8000, 540-636-4888 www.super8frontroyal.com QUALITY INN SKYLINE DRIVE 10 S. Commerce Avenue, Front Royal, VA 22630, 540-635-3161 www.qualityinn -frontroyal.com, Walking Distance to Historic Downtown Front Royal, 1.5 miles to Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Caverns and the Shenandoah River. Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast, Banquet Room, Handicap Accessible Rooms, WiFi, Gym, Outdoor Pool, Kithenettes, Thai Restaurant onsite
Quality Inn Skyline Drive QUALITY INN SKYLINE DRIVE
www.qualityinn-frontroyal.com 10 South Commerce Ave Front Royal, Va 22630 540-635-3161
[email protected] Pet Friendly
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Bluemont Inn 1525 Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal, 800-461-1720, 540-635-9447
Budget Inn 1122 N. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 800-766-6748, 540-635-2196
Center City Motel 416 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-4050
Front Royal Motel 1400 N. Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-4114
Pioneer Motel 541 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-4784
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay
Local Lodging
Where to Stay
Local Lodging Scottish Inn 533 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 1-800-251-1962, 540-636-6168
Cool Harbor Motel 141 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, 540-635-2191
[email protected], www.coolharbormotel.com Newly remodeled rooms; refrigerator/microwave ; King, Queen, Extra long beds; Individual AC/Heat; HBO and ESPN; Free Wi-Fi; Voicemail; Variety Continental Breakfast; Laundry Room; Swimming Pool; Picnic Area; AARP; Daily, Weekly Rates.
Blue Ridge Motel 1370 N. Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal, 888-204-4803, 540-636-7200
Shenandoah Motel 1600 N. Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-3181
Skyline Resort Motel 622 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-5354
Relax Inn 1801 N. Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal 1-877-487-3529, 540-635-4101
Twi-Lite Motel 53 W. 14th Street, Front Royal, 800-230-7349, 540-635-4148
Campgrounds Gooney Creek Campground 7122 Stonewall Jackson Highway, Front Royal, 540-635-4066 www.gooneycreek.com Historic country home on Gooney Creek. Sleeps 8-10. Fireplaces, balconies, porch facing creek. Near Skyline Drive, Caverns, Shenandoah River, wineries. No Pets. Weekly/ Weekend rental May-October see website for availability/ rates.
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585 KOA Drive, Front Royal, 540-635-2741
[email protected], www.frontroyalrvcampground
Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area George Washington National Forest, Fort Valley, 540-984-4101
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest Jr. Shenandoah River State Park
Where to Stay
Front Royal Campground
350 Daughter of the Stars Drive, Bentonville, VA 800-933-PARK, 540-622-6840, www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/ and.shtml
Low Water Bridge Campgrounds and Cabins
Shenandoah Salamander
192 Panhandle Road, Bentonville, 540-6357277 www.lowwaterbridgecampground.com
North Fork Resort Route 55 West, Front Royal 540-636-9949
[email protected], www.nfra.com
Skyline Ranch Resort Campground 751 Mountain Road, Front Royal 540-636-6061
[email protected]
Poe’s South Fork Campground Riverside Drive, Front Royal, 540-636-6192
Shenandoah National Park 888-896-3833, Camping Reservations: 800-365-CAMP Camping Information: 540-999-3500 www.goshenandoah.com www.nps.gov/shen
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Recreation
Royal Cinemas 117 E. Main Street, Front Royal, 540-636-9997 www.royal-cinemas.com
Samuels Public Library 303 E. Criser Road, Front Royal, 540-635-5153 www.samuelslibrary.net
Gertrude E. Miller Park Bing Crosby Road 540 635-7750
Fantasyland Playground Corner of Commerce and Warren Avenues 540 635-7750
Claude A. Stokes Community Swimming Pool Bing Crosby Road 540 635-2849
Chimney Field Park Commonwealth Avenue 4 outdoor lighted tennis courts
Warren County Skatepark 101 Kerfoot Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-7750 www.warrencountyskatepark.com
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Discover 30+ tree species and more along scenic Happy Creek in Downtown Front Royal
Bing Crosby Baseball Stadium 50 Stadium Drive, Front Royal, 540-635-1882 www.frontroyalcardinals.com
Eastham Park 840 Luray Avenue, Front Royal Boat Landing, picnic area and 3 acre fenced Dog Park and the Royal Shenandoah Greenway.
Royal Family Bowling 430 Remount Road, Front Royal, 540-636-3113
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Recreation
Happy Creek Arboretum and Trail
Meeting Venues
Meeting Facilities Northern Virginia 4-H Conference and Educational Retreat Center http://www.nova4h.com/ 600 4-H Center Drive, 540-635-7171 Come visit our beautiful facility! Hike the Appalachian Trail, play tennis, swim in the pool, enjoy wholesome meals, or just relax and enjoy the view. We offer a complete line of services including lodging, meals, wireless internet, meeting rooms, audio-visual equipment, and recreational facilities.
The Apple House 4675 John Marshall Highway, Linden, 800-462-1867, 540636-6329 www.theapplehouse.net
Bowling Green Country Club 838 Bowling Green Road, Front Royal, 540-7717084www.bowlinggreencountryclub.net
Hampton Inn 9800 Winchester Road, Front Royal, 800-HAMPTON, 540-635-1882 www.hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn and Suites at Blue Ridge Shadows 111 Hospitality Drive, Front Royal, 540-631-3050 www.holidayinn.com/frontroyalva
Quality Inn 10 Commerce Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-3161 www.qualityinn-frontroyal.com Conference Center, banquet and meeting space
Shenandoah Valley Golf Club 134 Golf Club Circle, Front Royal, 540-635-3588 www.svgcgolf.com/banquet.html
Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute Consider holding your meeting or conference at the SCBI in the beautiful foothills of the Shenandoah Mountains, sixty miles southwest of Washington, D.C. state of the art classroom, lab facilities, residential center, and a flexibleuse dining and event venue.
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April REDBUD FESTIVAL, 3rd Saturday, Browntown VIRGINIA HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK 3rd week in April,
May FOP CARNIVAL First week in May VIRGINIA WINE & CRAFT FESTIVAL, 3rd Saturday Downtown Front Royal
June GAZEBO GATHERINGS, Fridays at 7:00 pm, Town Commons, Downtown Front Royal VIRGINIA HERB FESTIVAL, 2nd weekend, Sunflower Cottage
July FIREWORKS DISPLAY, July 3rd, Northern Virginia 4-H GAZEBO GATHERINGS, Fridays at 7:00 pm Town Commons, Downtown Front Royal
August GAZEBO GATHERINGS, Fridays at 7:00 pm Town Commons, Downtown Front Royal WARREN COUNTY FAIR First full week Warren County Fairgrounds SHENANDOAH RIVERFEST 2nd Saturday Shenandoah River State Park
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September USO SHOW & DANCE 2nd Friday Front Royal,Warren County Airport VIRGINIA AIR SHOW 2nd Saturday Front Royal, Warren County Airport BREW & BLUES FESTIVAL, 4th Saturday Downtown Front Royal
October AUTUMN CONSERVATION FESTIVAL, 1st weekend Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute FESTIVAL OF LEAVES 2nd Saturday Downtown Front Royal HOMETOWN HALLOWEEN, Oct. 31 Downtown Front Royal
November DECK THE HALLS 3rd Friday, Blue Ridge Arts Council HOLLY JOLLY SATURDAY 3rd Saturday Blue Ridge Arts Council
December HOMETOWN HOLIDAY PARADE, 1st Saturday Downtown Front Royal CHRISTKINDLMARKT 1st Weekend, Downtown Front Royal
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Services
Want to Relocate? TOWN OF FRONT ROYAL PO Box 1560, Front Royal, 540-635-8007 www.frontroyalva.com
FRONT ROYALWARREN COUNTY EDA 400-D Kendrick Lane, Front Royal, 540-635-2182 www.wceda.com
FRONT ROYAL – WARREN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 106 Chester Street , Front Royal, 540-635-3185 www.frontroyalchamber.com
DOWNTOWN FRONT ROYAL, INC. 117 E Chester Street, Front Royal, 540-631-0099 www.downtownfrontroyal.org
SAMUELS PUBLIC LIBRARY 303 E. Criser Road, Front Royal, 540-635-5153 www.samuelslibrary.net
FRONT ROYAL -WARREN COUNTY AIRPORT 229 Stokes Airport Road, Front Royal, 540-635-3570 www.virginiaairshow.com
VALLEY URGENT CARE 120 N. Commerce Avenue, Front Royal, 540-635-0700 www.valleyhealthlink.com/urgentcare
WIZARDS OF REALTY 737 Megeath Farm Lane, Front Royal, 540-635-0635 www.WizardsOfRealty.com
[email protected] The Wizards of Realty (Allison James Estates & Homes), your one stop source for all your real estate needs including residential, commercial, new homes, horse farms, equestrian estates, and wineries. Serving Virginia and West Virginia.
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HEART of DOWNTOWN Main Street ,South Street, Royal Avenue ROYAL PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER 417 South Street, Front Royal, www.royal-plaza.com Kmart/Peeble’s/ Martin’s GATEWAY PLAZA 260 Remount Road Food Lion/Big Lots/CVS RIVERTON COMMONS Interstate-66 and Route 522/340, Front Royal Wal-Mart/Lowe’s CROOKED RUN PLAZA Interstate-66 and Route 522/340, Front Royal Target/Staples/Petco
Laundry Centers Eddie’s Coin Laundry 134 Hillidge Street
Family Convenience Laundry 525 N. Royal Avenue
Front Royal Laundry Center 505 E. Main Street
Suds City Coin & Drop Off Laundry Royal Plaza Shopping Center 429 South Street
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Shopping Areas
Transportation
Transportation Royal Trolley Providing service for the Town of Front Royal seven days a week for only $.50. Integrity Chauffeur and Transportation 540-229-7466, www.integritychauffeur.com Marlow Motors 707 Commerce Avenue, 540-635-4158, www.marlowmotor.com Enterprise 1500 N Shenandoah Ave Front Royal, VA 22630(540) 636-8181 Valley Connector 540-624-3011
We research to ensure accuracy however, all data included in this guide is subject to change .
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