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Fauquier County: Home of Amazing Antiques

As one of the largest galleries in the area (over 4,600 square feet in what was once a firehouse), Baileywyck Antiques in The Plains offers an eclectic selection of antiques ranging from home furnishings (even Italian chandeliers) and rugs, to tabletop fixtures and a sizeable showcase of equestrian-themed art. Owner Lisa Vella has hand-picked pieces from across the country – and some from across the pond – for you to find the perfect addition to your living space, many of which are over 100 years old. True to its name, Baileywyck Antiques is sure to become a particular interest of yours after just one visit. And you won’t be alone – Baileywyck Antiques was named second for the “Best of Virginia” awards by Virginia Living Magazine in 2022!

Classical wooden furniture is arguably one of the most sought-after categories by antique enthusiasts. If you are searching for wooden wares of long ago, look no further than Smith’s Antiques in Sumerduck. From bedrooms, dens, kitchens, and cabinets, Smith’s Antiques has furniture that is just as beautiful as it is functional. If you have an heirloom in need of some TLC, they also offer complete refinishing services to make your treasure the best it can be – like it once was.

In addition to furniture, Fox Den Antiques in Warrenton boasts popular items for collection displayed in funky fresh ways. Stop in to their “fine junk room,” where anything from hammers, silver plate trays, and books from the 19^th and 20^th centuries could be yours with a keen eye. Additional rooms dedicated to music-related memorabilia as well as year-round Christmas decor are must-sees. A long-time staple for the curio way of living in the area, Warrenton Lifestyle magazine has even recognized Fox Den Antiques as “Best of Warrenton” for 10 years in a row!

Antiques and Wine Pair Well

What pairs better than wine and antiques? From a hand-picked selection of local, rotating art to rare antique furniture (like a quirky green Mirus Stove from South France in the 1920s), Vintage Marshall in Marshall is your place for retro homewares. Don’t forget the other side of vintage while you’re here – a lovingly chosen stock of wines, like a Rocche Costamagna Arneis Langhe (a fresh white wine grown on a sustainable vineyard) or Vignobles Marie Maria Madiran (an intense red wine from an area that has been cultivated since the 11^th century) is a treat after a day of shopping. Items are added routinely to inventory, so there is always something new to discover, whether you choose to shop in-store or online.

Add Some Bedazzle

Looking for something with a little bling factor while in Fauquier County? Vallie’s Vintage Jewelry in The Plains is the premier stop for antique gems – both literal and figurative. From bracelets to parures, pendants, rings, and tiaras, Vallie’s Vintage Jewelry has just the piece to suit your (level of) fancy. Over 94 designers are represented – including Chanel dating to 1912 and Christian Dior from 1930.

Visit Historical Sites While Antiquing

To browse in a setting as historical as the antiques themselves, pop in to Delaplane Antiques in Delaplane. Two buildings that were once the place where Civil War troops caught the train to the Battle of First Manassas are now home to a selection of objects from eras gone by, with an emphasis on regional artifacts. Shopping at Delaplane Antiques could easily turn into a day full of fun with visits to nearby wineries and orchards, as well as Sky Meadows State Park.

What is Old is New Again in Fauquier County

No matter if you are looking for a specific item or that special something you never knew you needed, these antique and vintage shops in Fauquier County are a large part of what makes the community culture tick. Put on some comfortable shoes and don’t skip your morning coffee to set out on the most delightful version of hide-and-seek in the collector’s paradise that is Fauquier County.

There’s so much more to wellness than meets the eye. While wellness may be perceived as something that’s achieved outwardly, true holistic wellness is a result of balance between the mind, body, and spirit. When you need a reboot, Fauquier County is a health-centric haven that specializes in spurring you on in your wellness journey. From workouts and day spas to alternative medicine and good-for-you food that authentically nourishes, a trip to Fauquier County will rejuvenate you from the inside out.

Traditional Movement

Moving the body can profoundly still the mind to recalibrate your whole being. At Main Street Wellness, a wide array of yoga, Pilates, and barre classes, including warm vinyasa and yoga sculpt, are offered throughout the day. Plyoga (using yoga for recovery after plyometric intervals) is also a must-try for much-needed stress relief.

Vint Hill Yoga tailors your experience to what your body is craving in mindful and unique ways. Try a Rise and Shine class to harness yoga’s energizing benefits at the start of your day, or wind down with a Deep Stretch class. To feel the burn in all the right ways as your muscles lengthen and strengthen, reserve a spot in one of their barre fusion, body sculpt, or POUND classes.

For individualized attention as you flow through postures and breathwork of vinyasa, kundalini, and yin yoga, Lee Lorber at Equipose Yoga designs classes to reconnect yourself to your truest form. Your deeper tissues of your body will feel wonderfully released as you take your mantra from class with you throughout your day.

Whether you’re looking for your tried-and-true method or to explore something cutting edge, Old Town Athletic Breathe has essentially all you could desire in the realm of yoga and Pilates. With 32 classes weekly and 14 certified instructors in methods from reformer Pilates to hot vinyasa and asanas, you’ll bend your body while mending your mind and soul.

Alternative Wellness

While life in the 2000s may be synonymous with screen time and ultra-processed foods, recent technological advances using basic health elements like light and oxygen are becoming increasingly popular to nurture your body in new ways.

Feeling a little blue? Schedule a light therapy session at Warrenton Wellness. Enter their Blu Room, a patented technology that surrounds you in UVB rays, giving a dose of Vitamin D while easing anxiety and opening your brain’s creativity pathways.

Warrenton Oxygen Wellness (WOW) offers hyperbaric oxygen dives to infuse oxygen into every single cell of your body. This innovative process heals injured cells, in turn lowering inflammation, increasing immunity, and much more.

Healthy Eating

A recipient of the “National #1 Retail Excellence” award, The Natural Marketplace makes navigating a balanced life simple – from scrumptiously nutritious meals to functional medicine services. Try their most popular curried chicken sandwich on a paleo wrap with a Lavendar Fields smoothie bursting with grapes, blueberries, and dried lavender. 95% of everything on the menu is organic, so practically anything you choose will provide your body with nutrient dense, whole foods. The first floor of The Natural Marketplace offers appointments for numerous health services including blood microscopy and ion foot bath detox, perfect for learning more about how to best serve your body or flush out impurities.

For meals that are more like preventative medicine, Warrenton Wellness Kitchen serves up dishes featuring fresh and local ingredients with an international twist, Tuesday to Friday. You can also sign up for a subscription meal plan or even a personal chef service – perfect for locals or stocking your fridge with wholesome options for the duration of your stay in Fauquier County.

Goodness and Grace Bakery, Market, and Café has just the right ratio of pick-me-ups, mellowly cozy vibes, and homemade bites to make you feel good every time you walk in the door. The toffee nut latte, served by the friendliest baristas, will have you at the first sip. Pair it with a scratch-made cinnamon roll for a treat that’s truly worth the splurge – after all, a healthy lifestyle must be sustainable (read: 80/20) to continue being attainable, right?

Toast to gut health with a tasting flight at Mad Magic Kombucha. All varieties – including creamsicle, elderberry, and lemon rosemary – are probiotic-rich, organic, vegan, gluten-free and non-GMO yet mouth-wateringly delicious. An alternative to a traditional libation, this bubbly beverage will put an amino-acid sponsored spring in your step. Don’t forget to pick up an assortment of kombuchas before you leave.

Day Spas

The options to unplug and unwind in Fauquier County are almost as limitless as the choices of services at the local day spas. As the recent winner of 3 “Best of Fauquier” awards, Salon Emage is the place to make an appointment when what you see in the mirror needs a refresh – from hair, makeup and nails to quick skin fixes to make zits gone in a flash.

Studio 22 Salon and Spa will embrace you as you walk in the door a la Cinderella for one of their many services, including a haircut, balayage, lash extension, or facial. Emerge as the belle of the ball, no matter where the rest of the day takes you.

To check out of reality and into the serenity of the Virginia countryside, Poplar Springs Manor is where to go to find your zen and zone out. Try one of their signature treatments like the Hanakusumi Body Renewal for exfoliating decadence, or the CBD Pain Relief Massage to knead out aches and pains while relaxing the nervous system. Day passes to enjoy their calm poolside deck are also available.

For a spa day with lasting results, Virginia Regenerative Medicine offers the best in medical massage, corrective facials, and injectables like Juvéderm. Treat yourself to a Storz Acoustic Shock Wave massage that targets scar tissue and calcification or indulge in a hydrafacial for deep cleansing and extraction. Their large selection of medical-grade skincare from Skin Better and Neocutis makes creating a home self-care regimen a breeze.

Make it a Weekend of Wellness

Accommodations in Fauquier County will make your time here a truly all-inclusive wellness retreat, from the moment your feet hit the floor to when your head hits the pillow. Let your soul sprawl out over Airlie Hotel and Conference Center’s 300 acres of blue skies and rural hills. Even though you’ll be nestled into a country cottage retreat, you don’t have to forgo modern comforts like flatscreen TVs and high-speed WiFi no matter what room you choose.

For a getaway that feels like you’ve been transported back to the golden age though just steps away from restaurants and attractions, The Rooms Up There at the Rosemary is the area’s premier boutique lodging. Three light-filled suites boast historical Victorian charm that’s been quaintly updated – since the 1800s – with well-manicured additions to make you feel at your best, like accessing your room via a private courtyard.

Refresh and Restore in Fauquier County

Just like a pond when a stone is thrown into it, you create a ripple effect for those around you when you’re living a life of holistic wellness. Let a visit to Fauquier County be the wave that brings your mind, body, and spirit into harmony with one another, for you and so many others in your path.

Take a deep breath. In Fauquier County Virginia, this is our way – and it’s as relevant a motto as it is a beautiful one. Once you’ve exited I-66, you have officially entered the cozy village of Marshall, any small town lover’s dream getaway where peace is paired with quiet, and invigoratingly fresh air comes right along with the big mountain views.

And you can take big bites too! Gastronomy is the art of making food, enjoying food, and celebrating how each person’s culture brings something special to our shared table. The American Heritage Dictionary defines gastronomy as the pleasures of the table, and gastronomic restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and wineries dot the pretty hills of Marshall. To make your visit delicious and nutritious as well as easy-peasy, see our insider’s guide below.

But First, Coffee

For truly authentic hospitality, visit Hunt Country Coffee. They craft “designer espresso drinks and fine teas” (including organic), and guests are always raving about the almond milk latte, the shop’s comfy and cheerful ambiance, and the nice, bright daylight filtering through the windows.

For some beautiful outdoor seating with your morning buzz, go to Half Past Moon Coffee Buzz. Order the honey-cinnamon latte with a pastry, quiche, or some soup, and if your coffee gives you so much energy you just can’t stand sitting anymore, take an energizing walk to nearby one-of-a-kind local shops to experience some of the best that Marshall has to offer.

Lunch Spots

Whether you’re wanting to dine in or grab what you need on the go, The Whole Ox is a place you really have to visit. This old-fashioned butcher shop specializes in “whole local animals from your neighbors’ farms” with NO added hormones OR antibiotics (yes, please!). They offer fresh meats, eggs, produce and bread, and a various assortment of cheeses—all the right fixings for your cute wicker picnic basket—as well as a wonderful collection of seasonal prepared foods (from Italian meatballs and red pepper tomato soup to cranberry walnut bread pudding). The Whole Ox also serves up some pretty tasty entrees (the most highly esteemed of which is the house burger, but ask about their in-house smoked bacon too!). This cool local spot offers beer and wine, so whether you go for lunch or dinner, you can take a deep, long breath and really sit back in your chair.

We’ve got a hidden gem alert for you: The La Palmita Market at the Citgo station has the most authentic Mexican food. Just ask a local pumping gas and they will nod their head vigorously at you! Tacos, burritos, and the best spicy sauces to top things off, The La Palmita Market is a Marshall must.

Sometimes nothing can quite hit the spot like a classic diner meal, so if that’s what you’re in the mood for, go to The Marshall Diner. They literally have everything: breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, sides (from English muffins to mozzarella sticks), and they also have Wifi for guests. Cozy up to down-home classics, and revel in the golden-fried perfection served up with a serious side of Southern hospitality.

Where To Do Dinner

Field and Main is the perfect spot for dinner because the food is amazing AND it comes with a show! Take a seat near the kitchen and then watch in wonder as your chef prepares the meal: shrimp and grits, Bison steak, hearth-roasted sunchokes, seared scallops… the menu is diverse and delectable, and because their desserts are ridiculously good (check out their flower-garnished ice cream, chocolate-chip-marshmallow cookies, classic carrot cake, and pumpkin creme brulee), be sure to save room for your sweet tooth. For fans of al fresco dining, be sure check out the lovely outdoor cabana to up the ante on the entire experience. Air conditioned in summer and heated in the winter, the outdoor portion of Field and Main is ready for you year-round (just be sure to book a reservation in advance!).

Johnny Monarchs is the ORIGINAL American bustaurant that serves fresh and delicious food from farm to table, so you can’t visit Fauquier County and not go here. The bus, where you’ll place your everything’s-so-good-it’s-hard-to-choose order, is surrounded by a field of green with pretty plants, a stage for live music, and cozy picnic tables (and when it’s cold out, they’ll even let you eat inside the bus!). The portions are larger than life, and when it comes to fan favorites, Steak Me Away and the Classic Adult Fried Bologna both get cheers (and deserve a second round of beers). For veggie fiends, try the Veetball Sub, Piedmont Harvest Lasagna, or Piedmont Tomato Pie. It’s an unforgettable dining experience with exceptional fare!

If you’re down to try something new, consider Tapatios; the area’s brand new taqueria that’s already getting stellar reviews, and their outdoor seating is so fun and festive complete with colorful flags, planters, and lights that we’d recommend going right around sunset and staying a while. As for what to order, you can’t go wrong with Birria (a special, savory stewed beef) tacos or a grilled-to-perfection chicken quesadilla.

For a no-regrets, make-everyone-happy kind of meal, order a cheesy hometown pie or other Italian favorite at Joe’s Pizza. Our vote: a large Bianca with a side of calamari. Now, that’s amore!

Save Time for Wine and Pie

As a lover of all things epicurean, Fauquier has more than great coffee and food; the county boasts more vineyards and wineries than we could possibly list here! And be sure to check out our event calendar to stay in-the-know before you experience this relaxation destination for yourself!

One more culinary selling point: Do you remember President Barack Obama raving about this special apple pie one year? It was none other than the famously good apple pie at Red Truck Bakery, home to an apple pie so delicious that he posted about it on the White House website! When you come into town for your own sweet slice, also ask about their seasonal cake (and booze cake) offerings. In the summer, the Meyer Lemon and Honeysuckle & Sweet Tea varieties are heavenly, and in the fall, their Shenandoah Apple Cake is sinfully good. The menu includes gluten-free sweets too, though it isn’t all desserts—you can come here for the great coffee and sandwiches alone, and if you want to try their cake before you actually get here, you’re in luck because they can ship anywhere!

We hope you have the best time wining, dining, and breathing in deep here in the village of Marshall and when you snap that pic of yourself with some apple pie or your friend grinning in front of the coolest European double-decker bus, be sure to tag us at #fauquiercounty so we can smile right along with you.