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A weekend in Blue Ridge
One main outing, a good meal and time at the house. Choose from the railway, downtown, the orchard or the outdoors.
01 / A SHARED OUTING
Blue Ridge Railway
A scheduled excursion that lets the group enjoy the scenery together.
Compare the two-hour express with the four-hour extended trip and town layover. For 15+ guests, contact group reservations.
02 / A FLEXIBLE AFTERNOON
Art, shopping & lunch
Choose downtown when people want to browse at their own pace and meet for a meal.
Start with The Art Center or Multitudes Gallery; arrange lunch at Harvest on Main for your actual party size.
03 / AN ORCHARD STOP
Mercier Orchards
A market-and-bakery stop for provisions or something to take home.
Check hours and your route. Fruit picking requires a scheduled U-Pick event; it isn’t an everyday activity.
04 / OUTDOORS
A trail or a lake day
Choose a hike for walkers or a Lake Blue Ridge outing for a water-focused group.
Match the route to the least confident participant. Check terrain, weather and closures with the land manager.
A simple weekend plan
- Arrival: Settle rooms and share an easy meal at the house.
- Full day: Choose one outing, then return for the pool, games or dinner together. Two 4,000-square-foot gathering spaces leave room for the whole group.
- Departure: Follow checkout instructions; add an orchard stop if it fits your route.
This is an itinerary suggestion, not a minimum-stay promise. Check booking terms for your dates. For time on the water, compare the lake guide and tubing guide.
Sources & current details · Checked October 7, 2026
Researched local guide. Check current opening times, conditions and booking terms with each operator.
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