If you’re looking for a break in the midst of the season or need an idea for gifting a weekend to a special person, here are a few resort destinations that might fit the bill.

Love wine, beautiful countryside and amazing cuisine? You’re going to love spending time in Clarke and Loudoun Counties this Christmas season.
- Stay: Salamander Resort
- Dine: Village Square Restaurant, Grandale Farm Restaurant, Market Salamander, The French Hound
- Visit: Veramar Vineyard, Dry Mill Vineyards and Winery, Piedmont Vineyards, Barrel Oak Winery
- See the Entire Getaway

Escape to a mountaintop in Meadows of Dan, far away from whatever troubles you. One-of-a-kind gifts are nearby, as is award winning wine and fantastic outdoor activities.
- Stay: Primland Resort
- Dine: Elements, Mabry Mill Restaurant, Lilly’s Lunch, Chateau Morrisette Winery Restaurant
- Visit: Primland Spa, Mabry Mill, Greenberry House, Chateau Morrisette Winery, Primland Observatory, Lover’s Leap, Wood Brothers Racing Museum, Old Dominion Toy Shoppe
- See the Entire Getaway

Tuck away into a valley of Bath County where pampering is an everyday occurrence and the fun is built for family.
- Stay: The Omni Homestead Resort
- Dine: The Main Dining Room, The Casino Restaurant, Sam Snead’s Tavern, Rubino’s at the Cascades
- Visit: The Spa and Allegheny Springs Winter Wonderland
- See the Entire Getaway

Head to Virginia’s longest ski slopes for powdery fun this Christmas and winter.
- Stay: Massanutten Resort
- Dine: Woodstone Deli & Pizzeria, Fareways Restaurant
- Visit: Spa at Massanutten, Indoor Waterpark
- See the Entire Getaway

Looking for the mid-Atlantic’s most family-friendly ski resort? You found it!
- Stay: Condos and vacation rentals at Bryce Resort
- Dine: Copper Kettle Bar and Lounge, Restaurant at Bryce Resort
- Visit: Bryce Resort, Shenandoah Caverns, American Celebration on Parade, The Yellow Barn
- See the Entire Getaway

Ski under the lights at 4,000 feet and enjoy many fun activities high on the hill, too.
- Stay: Wintergreen Resort
- Dine: The Copper Mine, Black Bear Cafe, The Edge
- Visit: The Plunge, Wintergarden Spa, Discovery Ridge Adventure Center, Wintergreen Winery
- See the Entire Getaway
This is our third Heartwarming Getaways post. See the other two and be sure to leave a comment to tell us your favorite thing about Virginia’s resorts.
I love the beauty of Virginia from the beaches to the mountains and being so close to home up here in Pennsylvania.