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Civil War Sesquicentennial Packages | Trout Fly Fishing | Wine Country | Father of the Constitution
As our nation pauses to mark 2011 as the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, we have developed three incredible learning vacation packages that offer you an opportunity to gain insights into those turbulent times. Choose from a duo of 3-night packages that focus on Civil War activities in different parts of our area, or combine the two for a 5-night Emersion Tour that offers an unparalleled experience in retracing events in this pivotal 3-county area of Central Virginia.
April 12, 2011 begins the 150th Anniversary of the uniquely American struggle that, without a doubt, indelibly shaped our nation. Equally without doubt is the role this part of Virginia played in the events of that great conflict.
To honor and educate about those pivotal contributions, The Inn at Meander Plantation has developed a 5-night, 6-day Civil War Sesquicentennial Emersion Package that is a must-do for Civil War enthusiasts, students or devotees. Your experience includes personal guided tours of battlefields and sites with three local nationally-acclaimed experts, luxurious accommodations in historically significant inns, an 1860s period dinner and other meals, transportation and take-home books and materials about the Civil War.
Package includes:
- Five nights (Sunday - Thurday) accommodations in the room or suite of your choice
- Monday: Culpeper Civil War Historical Walking Tour with noted Culpeper author-historian Virginia Morton
- Tuesday: Guided tour of Civil War battlefields and sites in Orange County with area historian Frank Walker or another knowledgeable guide from Tour Guides, Ltd.
- Wednesday & Thursday: Guided tours of Jack's Shop Battlefield, Battle of James City and other locations in Madison and Green Counties with Madison County historian and author Harold Woodward
- Fruit and cheese tray on arrival
- Full gourmet breakfast each morning
- Gourmet 3-course French Dinner Basket on Sunday and Wednesday nights (Monday night dinner on your own)
- Lunch Basket on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
- 1860s Period Dinner on Tuesday evening
- Gourmet Wine Pairing Dinner on Thursday with a presentation of Civil War information by a local historian
- Self-Guided Driving Tour Packet with information about other nearby Civil War sites
- Signed copies of Frank Walker's "Remembering: A History of Orange County, Virginia"; Virginia Morton's acclaimed novel, "Marching Through Culpeper" and Harold Woodward's book, "For Home and Honor"
- Historical write-up about The Inn at Meander Plantation and other local inns and bed-and-breakfasts
Available in 2011 on the following dates:
April 10-14, May 8-12, June 5-9, July 24-28, Aug. 28-Sept. 1, Sept. 25-29, Dec. 4-8
Price:
$2095 per couple (includes taxes; gratuities and alcoholic beverages additional)
Minimum 15 day advanced booking. Room selection subject to availability. 50% Deposit Required.
Because of their proximity to Washington, D.C and Richmond, many of the Civil Wars' most important conflicts and campaigns took place in Culpeper and Orange Counties. For a more focused look at these specific sites, we are offering a condensed 3-night, 4-day package.
Package includes:
- Three nights accommodations (Sunday – Tuesday) in the room or suite of your choice
- Monday: Civil War Walking Tour of Historic Culpeper, VA guided by Virginia Morton, local historian and acclaimed author of the Civil War novel, “Marching through Culpeper.”
- Tuesday: Day-long tour or Orange County Civil War battlefields and sites with a professional guide from Tour Guide, Ltd. Of Orange
- Fruit and cheese tray on arrival
- Full gourmet breakfasts each morning
- Gourmet 3-course French Dinner Basket on Sunday evening. (Monday dinner on your own)
- Lunch Picnic Basket for 2 both Monday and Tuesday
- Tuesday night: Civil War Period Dinner
- Self-Guided Driving Tour Packet on departure
- Signed copies of Orange County's noted historian and author Frank Walker's book, "Remembering: A History of Orange County, Virginia" and Virginia Morton's critically acclaimed Civil War novel, "Marching Through Culpeper"
- Historical write-up about The Inn At Meander Plantation and other local B&Bs
Available in 2011 on the following dates:
April 10, 11, 12; May 8, 9, 10; June 5, 6, 7; July 24, 25, 26; Aug. 28, 29, 30; Sept. 25, 26, 27; Dec. 4, 5, 6
Price:
$1102.75 per couple (Includes taxes; gratuities and alcoholic beverages additional)
Minimum 15 day advanced booking required. Room selection subject to availability. 50% deposit required
Though lesser known, Madison and Green Counties were nonetheless focal points for critical events during the Civil War. This 3-night, 4-day package will cover events and landmarks specific to these counties.
Package includes:
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- Three nights (Tuesday - Thurday) accommodations in the room or suite of your choice
- Wednesday and Thursday: Renowned Madison County Civil War historian and author Harold Woodward will take you on two, 5-6 hour guided tours covering the events and landmarks of the Battles of Jack's Shop and James City, as well as other key battles and sites in Madison and Green Counties
- Gourmet Wine Pairing Dinner on Thursday evening, with a presentation of additional Civil War information by another local historian
- Fruit and cheese tray on arrival
- Full gourmet breakfasts each morning
- Gourmet 3-course French Dinner Basket on Wednesday night. (Tuesday night 1860s Period Dinner available for additional charge if being served.; otherwise, Tuesday dinner on your own)
- Box lunches Wednesday and Thursday
- Historical write-up about The Inn At Meander Plantation and other local B&Bs
- Signed copy of Harold Woodward's book, "For Home and Honor"
- Maps, Handouts and Driving Tour Packet for exploring additional sites on departure
Available in 2011 on the following dates:
April 12, 13, 14; May 10, 11, 12; June 7, 8, 9; July 26, 27, 28; Aug. 30, 31, Sept. 1; Sept. 27, 28, 29; December 6, 7, 8
Price:
$1183.70 per couple (Includes taxes; gratuities and alcoholic beverages additional)
Minimum 15 day advanced booking required. Room selection subject to availability. 50% deposit required.
The fishing is great and the relaxation is even greater! This adventure package allows you to fish at a place right here in Madison County where the fish are monsters, every pool is full of potential and every hook produces a rod-bending fight! So pack up your waders, rods and flies and come escape the fast-paced world; we’ll take care of the rest!
Package includes:
- 2 nights lodging in one of our elegant guestrooms or suites
- Full breakfast each morning or optional “early start” breakfast
- Fruit-and-cheese tray and bottle of Virginia wine on arrival
- One half-day of guided trout fly fishing at the Rose River Farm
- Picnic lunch for two
- Chef-prepared dinner for two both nights of your stay
- Applicable taxes
Price:
Weekends: $985 for two persons, based on double occupancy
Weekdays: $925 for two persons, based on double occupancy
(Does not include alcohol or gratuities. Available September to June only. Requires minimum 14 days advance reservation and is subject to availability of fishing guide and is weather dependent.)
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Virginia: the hottest new wine country (as proclaimed by Southern Accents Magazine and CNN travel) is the 4th largest producer of wine in the United States.
Virginia vintners are producing award winning wines that compete on both the national and international levels. The Inn at Meander Plantation’s Virginia wine list is arguably the most comprehensive in the world. Owners Suzanne and Suzie will share their favorite wines and favorite wineries during this fantastic 2 night package. They’ll give you maps, brochures and insider information to the best wines in the state.
This all-inclusive package, available Sunday through Wednesday, includes:
- 2 nights lodging in one of our elegant guest rooms or suites
- A beautiful fruit and cheese tray and a bottle of Virginia wine on arrival
- Chocolate covered strawberries and a bottle of Virginia Méthode Champenoise
- A picnic for two on the day of your choosing
- Gourmet breakfast each morning
- Our special three course en suite dinner available Sunday through Wednesday
- $575 for two persons based on double occupancy or choose to stay on Wednesday and Thursday and enjoy our fantastic 5 course wine-paired dinner for two in our restaurant for an additional $100
(some restrictions apply)
Take advantage of our proximity to Montpelier, a top Virginia attraction, with this unique bed and breakfast getaway package. It’s a once-in-a-life-time opportunity to experience the rebirth of a national treasure!
Montpelier, home of our 4th President and “Father of the Constitution,” is being restored to the home that James and Dolley Madison knew in the 1820s. The 2750 acre National Trust for Historic Preservation property is less that 15 minutes from The Inn at Meander Plantation and this restoration is a must-see for history lovers and Patriotic Amercians.
Our All-inclusive package is available on Sunday through Wednesday and includes:
- 2 nights lodging in one of our elegant guestrooms
- Bountiful Full breakfast each morning
- Fruit and Cheese Tray and bottle of Virginia wine on arrival
- 3-course French Dinner Basket for two
- 2 tickets to James Madison’s Montpelier
- 10% discount at the Montpelier Gift Shop
- Picnic lunch for two
- Applicable taxes
$550 based on double occupancy
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