It's not too late to spend a weekend in the mountains, enjoy a family dinner, have a couples retreat, or do a little dancing. The following are examples of ways to end the summer in Virginia on a wonderful note and save a little money while doing it.
Meadow Villas - Warm Springs - Like to hike, read, write or just sit on the deck and breathe in amazing mountain air? Visit Meadow Villas, nestled in the George Washington National Forest on the slopes of Warm Springs Mountain. The three interconnected villas afford travelers an unforgettable and private "home away from home". Mention finding the "Summer's Last Escape special" on Virginia.org and receive one night half price with a minimum two night stay in a delightful executive mountain villa. Rates start at $110, for two nights. Valid August 20, 2011- August 31, 2011
Dirty Dancing Weekends at Mountain Lake - Pembroke - Take pleasure in a "Dirty Dancing" weekend at Mountain Lake Resort where the film was made. Tour filming locations from the hit movie, learn Johnny and Baby's dance moves from a professional dance instructor, and play Dirty Dancing trivia. Package rates start at $460 per couple, depending on accommodation and include two dinners, two breakfasts and a lunch buffet. Valid August 19, 2011 - August 21, 2011.
Lasting Minute Summer Savings - The Inn at Stevenson Ridge - Spotsylvania - Stay a couple of nights at the vintage style Inn at Stevenson Ridge, only a short drive from Historical Downtown Fredericksburg, Lake Anna and all of the major Civil War battlefields in the area. Plan a last minute getaway this summer and save 15 percent off the stay, just book a minimum of two nights within 48 hours of visit. Offer valid through October 31, 2011.
Affordable Family Fun at Michie Tavern - Charlottesville - Have a fun filled family lunch for a great price at Michie Tavern, just down the road from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. Children will receive a $4.00 discount on the lunch buffet with each paying adult. To add to the family fun experience, Michie Tavern features a hands-on interactive tour where children are invited to dress in period attire, play colonial games and dance a colonial reel. Children will also receive a special voucher for an old-fashioned candy stick in the General Store. Coupons are required and may be obtained from www.michietavern.com under "happenings".
Children ages 12-15 will have lunch for $6.95 and ages 6-11 for $2.95. Children 5 and under enjoy the buffet for free. Offer valid through September 2, 2011.
$8 OFF- Natural Bridge, Caverns, Butterflies - Natural Bridge - Experience hundreds of live butterflies up close at Virginia's largest indoor, live butterfly exhibit, Butterflies at The Bridge. Then visit the Natural Bridge, the monumental National Historic Landmark to discover why photos don't do it justice, nor words describe it, and why the awe-struck Thomas Jefferson bought it. Book through their website and save $8 on admission. Spend the night and save more with hotel, attraction, and breakfast packages starting at $85 for two and $125 for four people. Valid through September 6, 2011.
Half-Off Fridays - The Richard Johnston Inn - Fredericksburg - Indulge in a relaxing weekend at the cozy Richard Johnston Inn. Book a Friday and Saturday night on Wednesday or Thursday and receive Friday for half price. Guests may also enjoy a full breakfast from 7:30 - 9am, free private parking, free Wi-Fi and a courtyard to relax in with a bottle of wine. Rates from $95. Valid through August 25, 2011.
Summer B&B Special Deal - Piney Grove at Southall's Plantation - Williamsburg - Piney Grove at Southall's Plantation is pleased to offer a very special two-night B&B lodging and plantation tour package for August and September in Williamsburg's James River Plantation Country. Historic lodging is provided in the restored 1857 Ladysmith House. Guests enjoy a served candlelight breakfast in the 1790 Log Room of Piney Grove each morning and will explore four centuries of antiques, history and architecture during the "James River Plantation Progressive Tour". Rates start from $273. Offer valid through September 12, 2011.
August Dreams Villa Vacation - Meadow Villas - Warm Springs - Experience a week filled with views of streams, forests, and mountains in a lovely ground floor private mountain villa at Meadow Villas. Villas include a kitchen, living room and bedroom with a private lanai by the stream for relaxing. Walk or hike to enjoy the peace and calm of this serene mountain location. Special Rate of $499 for a week. Valid through August 31, 2011.
Labor Day 3rd Night 50 Percent Off! - Holladay House Bed and Breakfast - Orange - Enjoy a luxurious three night stay in central Virginia's wine country at the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast. Located on the Journey through Hallowed Ground, echoes of the past resonate throughout this historic inn and the small town of Orange, Virginia. Stay at the inn for two nights during Labor Day weekend and get the third night at 50 percent off. Rates from approximately $400. Valid September 2-5, 2011.
Labor Day Villa Escape for up to Eight People - Meadow Villas - Warm Springs - Bring up to eight people for Meadow Villas' two villa special in the mountains! Quiet Waters Villa and Treehouse Villa make a great escape for family or close friends. Rates for both mountain villas for three nights package start at $599 mention viewing the "Labor Day Two Villa Escape for you and yours!" ad on Virginia.org for the two villas special. Offer valid September 1, 2011 through September 6, 2011.