Stanardsville was established in 1794. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the oldest mountains in the United States. An historic town with an entrance into the Shenandoah National Park and some of the best hikes around including: Hightop Mountain, South River Falls, Bearfence Mountain, and Dark Hollow Falls. While enjoying the outdoors you may also seek out the Blue Ridge School's professionally groomed Mountain Bike trails.
Stanardsville is home to the year-round Farmers Market, a hometown July 4th parade, Virginia Black Bear Festival in June and Virginia Clay Festival in September.
Rich in history the Stanardsville courthouse is designed in the same architectural theme “The Jeffersonian” as Monticello home of Thomas Jefferson. Its history does not stop there…the original jail is still used today for special events by the Historical Society.
Lodging is a must see and stay with log cabins, yurts, historic inns, tiny cabins, a hobbit and tree house, and an all themed-room lodge with stunning mountain views and restaurant on site.
One of the most breathtaking rural roads, part of Virginia Scenic Byways is located in Stanardsville leading to wineries, country markets, and relaxing lodging. Along the scenic roads throughout both Stanardsville & Ruckersville is our Blue Ridge Barn Quilt trail. The largest in the state of Virginia and part of the National Trail. Just a short drive is our Ruckersville Antique District which includes over 75,00 sqft of indoor antique shopping.
A visit to Stanardsville will leave you wanting to stay longer and return often.