| Arrive and enjoy The Riverbend Basket on the deck with a bottle of Virginia wine or sparkling cider. The next, visit The Bank Food & Drink with lunch with a $25 Gift Certificate.
$110 plus 5% sales tax added to your overnight room rate.
| | | | Winemaking has been a thriving industry in Virginia since 1607 when Jamestown was established with wine in mind! Thomas Jefferson believed that Virginia could be a great state for growing grapes and attempted to bring European grapes to Monticello.
Fortunately, in the past 40 years, six wine grape growing regions have developed and exist today, with over 141 wineries producing a range of wines including Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Grigio and Cabernet Sauvignon to name a few.
To let you enjoy a few of these Virginia wines, we've created a guided tour from Inn at Riverbend to two wineries located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. On the way, your guide will share stories of the past and present of this beautiful land.
Your itinerary for the tour:
10:00 - Depart Inn at Riverbend
11:15 - Arrive at Villa Appalaccia Winery-Enjoy touring, tasting
12:00 - Depart for Chateau Morrisette
12:15 - Enjoy lunch outdoors
1:00 - Wine Tour in the Winery Building
1:30 - Wine Tasting
2:30 - Depart Chateau Morrisette
Begin return trip with optional stops:
Blue Ridge Parkway scenic overlook
Downtown Floyd
Harvest Moon/Over the Moon Gallery and Cafe
4:30 - Arrive Inn at Riverbend
See it, taste it and enjoy it like a native! Your guided tour includes a Virginia winery map, all transportation to and from Inn at Riverbend, fuel charges, wine tasting fees, lunch and chilled beverages
Tours are available Friday-Sunday with 72 hour notice. To book a tour, please contact Inn at Riverbend at 540-921-5211 or book online when you make your reservation.
$130 per person, minimum 4 people
$180 per person for 2 only
Cancellation Policy: Deposit will be refunded if cancellations are received in writing 10 days prior to tour
| | | | Didn’t get a tax refund? Can’t wait for your refund? Visit Inn at Riverbend on April 15th, stay 2 nights and we’ll refund $75 of your total stay on the spot! So book online now and note TAX DAY REFUND in your reservation! No additional discount or gift certificates will be accepted. | | | | Head for the kitchen to increase your knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine with Giovanni Guarini, the chef at The Bank Food and Drink. All classes taught in the kitchen of the Inn and include lunch with the chef. $75 per person per class, minimum 2 and maximum 6 students per class. Advance notive required-not available on Monday and Wednesday. FRESH PASTA
Fresh pasta dough with and without eggs, Potato Gnocchi, Ravioli, Spaghetti.
3 hours class, everything made from scratch, at the end we cook all pastas with simple (but great) sauces.
Price per person $75 including lunch, minimum two people per class, maximum 6
BREAD AND PIZZA
Preparation of dough for pizza and bread, various techniques for bread, pizza making from a to z, techniques of baking.
3 hours class, hands on, will cook bread, pizza and calzones.
Price per person $75 including lunch, minimum two people per class, maximum 6
| | | Surprise your loved one with sparkling cider or wine, chocolate dipped fruit and a bouquet of fresh flowers of your choice.
A bouquet of helium filled balloons can be substituted for the flowers! Just tell us the occasion you are celebrating!
| | | Head to Cascade Falls or canoe the New River with a picnic lunch for two!
Your lunch for two includes a deli sandwich or wrap with turkey or ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato with dressings, fresh broccoli slaw, home baked dessert, fresh fruit, bottled water and serving gear, all packed for you to tote easily. 48 hour notice appreciated! | | | | Relax and enjoy a Swedish massage for two in the privacy of your room. One therapist for 2-45 minute sessions split between two people. Please reserve at least 72 hours in advance. | | | | Sore muscles from hiking the mountains? Enjoy a Swedish massage in the privacy of your room! Please reserve at least 72 hours in advance. | | | | Dine indoors or out overlooking the New River! Our seasonal menu changes weekly, using as much local produce as possible. A sample menu might start with a fresh salad of mesclun greens, pears and crusted goat cheese, followed by entree selections including herb crusted tenderloin, chicken en croute, pecan crusted salmon or rosemary pork tenderloin. A variety of Chateau Morrisette wines are available to accompany your meal. Save room for a dessert using seasonal fruits. As the stars begin to twinkle, enjoy freshly brewed coffee or tea as you relax for the evening! Vegetarian option available. Available Friday and Sunday only with 72 Hour Notice Preferred-please call if less than 72 hours prior to your arrival for availability.
$37.50 per person plus tax | | |
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