Scenic Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County
Sunday Shopping
<p>Numerous shops are open in downtown Lexington and across Rockbridge County on Sunday.</p><p><br></p><p>For one-of-a-kind gifts and art, check out <strong>Earth, Fire & Spirit Gallery</strong>, which sells pottery and an appealing mix of works – jewelry, found art, woodwork, sketches – from local artists. Regional fine art is the draw at <strong>Cabell Gallery</strong>, home to paintings, furniture, clay works, and glass creations.</p><p><br></p><p>Two women’s boutiques welcome shoppers on Sundays too. <strong>Pappagallo</strong>, a multi-generational shop open since 1977, sells jewelry, jeans, dresses, and eye-catching accessories on Main Street. Around the corner, <strong>Clover</strong> sells fashion-forward women’s apparel – lots of dresses! – on Washington Street. Cute candles and fun jewelry too.</p><p><br></p><p>Several specialty shops are also open on Sunday. <strong>Walkabout Outfitter</strong> stocks outdoor adventure apparel and gear – it’s a prime stop for last-minute hiking and camping needs. Cooks and entertainers can easily spend an hour perusing kitchen tools and fun products at <strong>Ladles & Linens</strong>. More than 500 board games are for sale at <strong>Just Games</strong>, which also sells discs for disc golf. Treats for your pet are available at <strong>Lexington Pet Place</strong>. </p><p><br></p><p>Looking for a book? The overstuffed shelves in <strong>The Bookery</strong> hold a broad selection of new and used books, including fiction and non-fiction. Lots of locally themed books too. <strong>Historian’s Books</strong> on W Washington St sells new and used books with a focus on history.</p><p><br></p><p>For a wide selection of wine, craft beer, and cider, step inside helpful <strong>Washington Street Purveyors</strong>. This multi-room shop also has gourmet sandwiches, local cheeses, and tasty charcuterie fixin’s. Stop by <strong>Devils Backbone Outpost Taproom & Kitchen</strong> on Route 11 north of downtown for craft beer, canned cocktails, and Devils Backbone t-shirts and gear. </p><p><br></p><p>Growlers of craft beer are available at <strong>Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery</strong> in the northern reaches of Rockbridge County. Growlers and cans are an option at <strong>Great Valley Farm Brewery & Winery</strong> in Natural Bridge. Heirloom ciders are a tasty purchase at <strong>Halcyon Days Cider Co</strong>, housed in a cabin on a former dairy farm on Route 11.</p><p><br></p><p>For great locally produced wine, follow pretty country roads to <strong>Jump Mountain Vineyard</strong> or <strong>Lexington Valley Vineyard </strong>in North Rockbridge, but call ahead. <strong>Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery</strong> in North Rockbridge and <strong>Great Valley in Natural Bridge</strong> also sell top-notch wines. New-on-the-scene <strong>Ecco Adesso Vineyards</strong> in Fairfield currently sells wine from regional wineries while they wait for their grapes to mature. </p><p><br></p><p>Regional jams and jellies line the shelves at <strong>Layne’s Country Store</strong> on Route 11. Just south you’ll find Asian pears and seasonal produce at the farmstand at <strong>Virginia Gold Orchard</strong>. </p><p><br></p><p>A few farms and shops are open on Sundays in North Rockbridge along the North Rockbridge Trail. Shop lavender-infused products at the <strong>Tantivy Lavender Farm & Gift Shop</strong> (mid-April-Dec) in Fairfield. In Raphine, the historic <strong>Wade’s Mill</strong> (April-mid-Dec), established in 1750, sells stone-ground fresh grains. <strong>Old South Antiques</strong> in Fairfield is a hub for Early American country furniture.</p><p>Haven’t found the right local purchase? Head south on Route 11 to the <strong>Natural Bridge Caverns Gift Shop</strong>, where you’ll find polished stones and jewelry, or the souvenir-filled gift store at <strong>Natural Bridge State Park</strong>. </p>
Earth, Fire & Spirit Pottery Amber Poole, Daniel Caruthers, and Jessy Poole-Caruthers, co-owners of Earth, Fire & Spirit Pottery create functional and decorative artistic pottery. Amber, Daniel, and Jessy have embarked on a mission to create a new legacy following in the footsteps of the founder of Earth, Fire & Spirit, the late Don Poole. They produce handmade, high-fire reduction stoneware with slip trail decoration, copper red, and rutile blue glazes made from family recipes handed down over generations.
Amber Poole, Daniel Caruthers, and Jessy Poole-Caruthers, co-owners of Earth, Fire & Spirit Pottery create functional and decorative artistic pottery. Amber, Daniel, and Jessy have embarked on a mission to create a new legacy following in the footsteps of the founder of Earth, Fire & Spirit, the late Don Poole. They produce handmade, high-fire reduction stoneware with slip trail decoration, copper red, and rutile blue glazes made from family recipes handed down over generations.
Fostering the celebration of beauty, life, and spirit through art oil and watercolor paintings, clayworks, glass art, sculpture, and jewelry.
Ladies shoes, clothing, and accessories.
Everything you need to enjoy a day hike or month-long camping trip! Top brands of packs, tents, sleeping bags, boots, and active wear. Many gift ideas for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors!
Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppe We pride ourselves on staying ahead of cooking, baking, bar and food trends. Meeting our customers needs is always forefront, whether it's that impossible to find gadget, hostess gift, entertaining/bar items or just a good ole fashion high five! We are owned by Chef Sarah Nicholas and have a BEYOND FABULOUS team that knows it all when speaking "kitchen".
We pride ourselves on staying ahead of cooking, baking, bar and food trends. Meeting our customers needs is always forefront, whether it's that impossible to find gadget, hostess gift, entertaining/bar items or just a good ole fashion high five! We are owned by Chef Sarah Nicholas and have a BEYOND FABULOUS team that knows it all when speaking "kitchen".
Just Games Lexington Just Games is Lexington, Va.’s Friendly Local Game Store. It is a place to discover the latest board games alongside classic favorites with tables set up to play right in the store. Just Games hosts events in the evening and on weekends for competitive card games, such as Magic the Gathering and Pokemon, as well as role-playing games such as Dungeons and Dragons. We hope to build a community of people who come to our shop regularly to play with friends and disconnect from our overly digital world.
Just Games is Lexington, Va.’s Friendly Local Game Store. It is a place to discover the latest board games alongside classic favorites with tables set up to play right in the store. Just Games hosts events in the evening and on weekends for competitive card games, such as Magic the Gathering and Pokemon, as well as role-playing games such as Dungeons and Dragons. We hope to build a community of people who come to our shop regularly to play with friends and disconnect from our overly digital world.
Lexington Pet Place Lexington Pet Place is an independent, locally-owned pet store and boutique located in the historic downtown area. We sell pet food, pet supplies, and gifts for those who love their pets. In our live animals section we carry a wide variety of reptiles, birds, tropical fish and Betta. And, of course, all the cute, small, furry things like hamsters and bunny rabbits that you could imagine. We don’t sell dogs or cats, but we do work with our local SPCA and Cats Unlimited for adoptions.
Lexington Pet Place is an independent, locally-owned pet store and boutique located in the historic downtown area. We sell pet food, pet supplies, and gifts for those who love their pets. In our live animals section we carry a wide variety of reptiles, birds, tropical fish and Betta. And, of course, all the cute, small, furry things like hamsters and bunny rabbits that you could imagine. We don’t sell dogs or cats, but we do work with our local SPCA and Cats Unlimited for adoptions.
Over 40,000 new, used, & rare books. Buy, sell, trade. Newspapers, topographic maps, out-of-print searches.
New and used books - specializing in historical subjects.
We carry fine wines, craft beers, cigars, and specialty foods. Basically we have everything you need to have a pretty great day!
Devils Backbone Brewing Company - Outpost Tap Room & Kitchen Devils Backbone Outpost Tap Room & Kitchen is located on a beautiful hillside in Lexington. It’s home to a custom-built brewery, bottling canning lines, a taproom with fast-casual dining, and an outdoor beer garden. Reservations preferred, especially for patio domes. Reserve online.
Devils Backbone Outpost Tap Room & Kitchen is located on a beautiful hillside in Lexington. It’s home to a custom-built brewery, bottling canning lines, a taproom with fast-casual dining, and an outdoor beer garden. Reservations preferred, especially for patio domes. Reserve online.
Halcyon Days Cider Co + Orchard Labyrinth Halcyon Days Cider Company is a hands-on, family-owned and operated small farm and cidery. After being carried away from the area by the hustle and bustle of professional life, we’ve returned to our roots and love of farming. We’ve blended our deep respect of traditional methods with newly refined techniques to create our small batch cider production. As our name suggests, our aim is to return to a simpler time infused with calm and happiness. We hope Halcyon Days Cider Company becomes your oasis in a fast-paced world – a place to relax, recharge, and remember the joy of savoring the moment.
Halcyon Days Cider Company is a hands-on, family-owned and operated small farm and cidery. After being carried away from the area by the hustle and bustle of professional life, we’ve returned to our roots and love of farming. We’ve blended our deep respect of traditional methods with newly refined techniques to create our small batch cider production. As our name suggests, our aim is to return to a simpler time infused with calm and happiness. We hope Halcyon Days Cider Company becomes your oasis in a fast-paced world – a place to relax, recharge, and remember the joy of savoring the moment.
Jump Mountain Vineyard is a family-owned farm winery. Our goal is to produce carefully crafted, European-style wine with a distinctly local character from grapes grown and processed on the property.
Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery On-site we have 24 different wines available for sale plus six beers on tap at our new small-batch brewery and tap room. We also have a gift shop and several types of cheeses, crackers, and salami for sale. The cheeses include fresh Chevré, cheddar cheese balls, and local cheese form Mt. View Farm.
On-site we have 24 different wines available for sale plus six beers on tap at our new small-batch brewery and tap room. We also have a gift shop and several types of cheeses, crackers, and salami for sale. The cheeses include fresh Chevré, cheddar cheese balls, and local cheese form Mt. View Farm.
Great Valley Farm Brewery and Winery Great Valley has gained a solid reputation among locals as the “go to” spot for quality beer and beautiful scenery. The Baileys pride themselves on keeping quality as the number one goal in everything they do from the beer to customer service. As one customer put it “this is beer made by people who love beer.”
Great Valley has gained a solid reputation among locals as the “go to” spot for quality beer and beautiful scenery. The Baileys pride themselves on keeping quality as the number one goal in everything they do from the beer to customer service. As one customer put it “this is beer made by people who love beer.”
This welcoming farm, winery, and vineyard sits just north of Lexington in the Shenandoah Valley. Check the calendar for oyster roasts, paint nights, and live music. On-site accommodations too, with more than 300 acres to hike and explore.
We are a country store established in 1954. We offer country hams, side meat, hoop cheese, jams, jelly, preserves, and souvenirs.
Virginia Gold Orchard is a family-run farm in Rockbridge County, VA, selling over 16 varieties of Asian Pears. Visit us this fall for a free tasting!
Lavender fields @ Tantivy Farm Our beautiful lavender fields and farm are nestled in the scenic oasis of Fairfield, Virginia. With a breathtaking view of the mountains surrounding our farm, you will soon forget the noise of the outside world. Take a walk throughout the grounds and enjoy the calming sounds of our hidden waterfall, and the soothing music of nature. Visit with our friendly farm animals, stop by our sweet lavender shop, and fall in love with our "Little Piece of Heaven.” Open seasonally.
Our beautiful lavender fields and farm are nestled in the scenic oasis of Fairfield, Virginia. With a breathtaking view of the mountains surrounding our farm, you will soon forget the noise of the outside world. Take a walk throughout the grounds and enjoy the calming sounds of our hidden waterfall, and the soothing music of nature. Visit with our friendly farm animals, stop by our sweet lavender shop, and fall in love with our "Little Piece of Heaven.” Open seasonally.
Wade's Mill (formerly the Kennedy-Wade Mill) Founded in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in 1750, Wade’s Mill is Virginia’s oldest continuously operating commercial grist mill. Today we proudly continue the small and simple Wade’s Mill tradition, with one miller stone-grinding premium grains fresh to order. Our whole grain products are 100% natural, no additives, preservatives or bleaches. Just genuine, stone-ground goodness in every bag. Come to historic Wade’s Mill to create your own modern small and simple, fresh and “free from” stone-ground grains tradition.
Founded in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in 1750, Wade’s Mill is Virginia’s oldest continuously operating commercial grist mill.
Today we proudly continue the small and simple Wade’s Mill tradition, with one miller stone-grinding premium grains fresh to order.
Our whole grain products are 100% natural, no additives, preservatives or bleaches. Just genuine, stone-ground goodness in every bag.
Come to historic Wade’s Mill to create your own modern small and simple, fresh and “free from” stone-ground grains tradition.
Old South Antiques Old South Antiques has been specializing in Early American country furniture and accessories in the Shenandoah Valley for over 30 years, and in business over 40 years. We specialize in painted, old surface and unpainted antiques of the 18th and 19th centuries. We are located in Brownsburg, VA, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley in a 1742 guest house, and have one of the largest selections of American furniture in Virginia
Old South Antiques has been specializing in Early American country furniture and accessories in the Shenandoah Valley for over 30 years, and in business over 40 years. We specialize in painted, old surface and unpainted antiques of the 18th and 19th centuries. We are located in Brownsburg, VA, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley in a 1742 guest house, and have one of the largest selections of American furniture in Virginia
Caverns at Natural Bridge Natural Bridge Caverns were discovered just before the turn of the 20th century and opened to the public in 1977. During tours, visitors descend more than 34 stories deep within the Earth to get to the magnificent natural display. While underground, tourists can explore the caverns and view their many special features, including cavern structures such as the Colossal Dome room. This room is an enormous dome-shaped natural feature that was created over thousands of years. Hours vary seasonally.
Natural Bridge Caverns were discovered just before the turn of the 20th century and opened to the public in 1977. During tours, visitors descend more than 34 stories deep within the Earth to get to the magnificent natural display. While underground, tourists can explore the caverns and view their many special features, including cavern structures such as the Colossal Dome room. This room is an enormous dome-shaped natural feature that was created over thousands of years. Hours vary seasonally.
At Clover Boutique, we plan on being your closet’s lucky charm. With a selection of top brands, we’re sure to have just the right outfit or accessory for any occasion. Stay tuned!
A family owned Virginia farm winery located about 15 minutes from Lexington in a beautiful setting nestled in the Shenandoah Valley. The winery features small vintage hand crafted wines. Outside deck and snack baskets available during May - October.