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Welcome to my Lynchburg tour! |
I'm Amos Peverill, Real Estate Consultant, with Central Virginia Realty. Welcome to my tour of the Lynchburg area.
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Poplar Forest |
"In point of soil, climate... and good neighborhood I think it the finest part of Virginia." So spoke Thomas Jefferson of his Lynchburg Area home. We'll be taking a look at how true this remains even today.
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Poplar Forest Fiber Demo |
Thomas Jefferson's favorite getaway is now nearing complete restoration, and has been a favorite 4th of July gathering for re-enacting speeches and historical demonstrations.
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Afton Vinyards |
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Agricultural Beauty |
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Spring Downtown |
Downtown Lynchburg in Spring is a real Flower Show.
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Monument Terrace |
This striking 139 step terrace is the site of many memorials to Virginians who fought for various causes.
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Courthouse Museum |
Tours of this museum are a favorite with history buffs.
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Miller-Claytor Home |
Built in 1791, and now located at Riverside Park, the Miller-Claytor home is the only 18th Century House still standing in Lynchburg. It is said that at this home, Thomas Jefferson became the first person to bite into a "poisonous love apple" while he was on his way to Poplar Forest, his retreat in nearby Bedford County.
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Old City Cemetary |
The gardens that grace the Old City Cemetery are a favorite attraction for gardening enthusiast. Come see the famous Butterfly Gardens!
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Point of Honor |
Point of Honor, A Federal-style mansion overlooking the James, is a Virginia Historic Landmark which has been completely restored and features authentically recreated gardens and grounds. The name is said to derive from duels fought upon the grounds. It was built by Dr. George Cabell, Patrick Henry's personal physician.
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Batteau Festival |
In the late 1700's Anthony Rucker, an Amherst County tobacco farmer, designed a flat boat for carrying tobacco across the unpredictable currents of the James. Today, Greater Lynchburg celebrates the significance of this river boat during the annual Bateau Festival.
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Experience History |
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Historical Reenactors |
The many historical re-enactments throughout the year are great for learning our history and just enjoying it!
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Woodson's Mill |
Step back into a different lifestyle at Woodson's Mill.
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Anne Spencer Gardens |
Anne Spencer, the only Virginia poet to be included in the Norton Anthology of Literature, lived here and loved the gardens she tended and wrote about. An important voice in the Harlem Renaissance she wrote for the love of poetry rather than any audience.
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Anne Spencer House |
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Oakridge Estate |
Nearby in Nelson County, is Oak Ridge Estate, once the home of Thomas Fortune Ryan, who became one of the ten richest men in the country.
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Avoca |
The Lynchburg Area abounds in Historical Beauty. The Avoca Museum is the home and burial place of Col. Charles Lynch, revolutionary war hero and brother of Lynchburg's Founding Father, John Lynch.
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Rivermont Area |
The neighborhoods along the Rivermont area have access to vistas of the James. Especially scenic is Riverside Park.
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Historical Home |
Lynchburg's beautiful historic homes show a wide variety of architectural Styles: Colonial, Federal, Greek Revival, Victorian and more.
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Diamond Hill |
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Historical Areas |
Lynchburg has several historic districts where authentic renovation is a healthy and thriving art.
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Historical Home |
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Washington Street |
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Blue Ridge Parkway |
The Blue Ridge Parkway offers access to scenic beauty.
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Appalachian Trail |
Mountain Beauty. The Appalachian Trail winds its way up the Blue ridge just north of Lynchburg.
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The River James |
The mighty James River a source of beauty and recreation as well as history.
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Crabtree Falls |
Many natural wonders are close by like the wonderful hike up Crabtree Falls.
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VA 10 miler |
This internationally famous race is an annual tradition through the hill city's streets.
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Sweet Briar College |
Five major Colleges have homes here, including Sweet Briar College, Liberty University, Randolph Macon, Lynchburg College and Lynchburg Community College..
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Holliday Lake State Park |
Nearby State parks provide outdoor recreation
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Monocan Indian Festival |
The Monocan Indian tribe shares its traditions and culture
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Arts |
The Performing Arts Center is a host to many cultural events.
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Smith Mt. Lake |
Nearby Smith Mountain Lake is a renowned resort area with incredible boating, fishing and golfing.
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Night Skyline |
The city skyline from Candler's Mountain is worth the trip.
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