A Refined Weekend in the New River Valley
You want a trip that feels easy. You want good food, real views, and time that moves slower. This part of Virginia delivers. Pearisburg sits in the New River Valley, surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains. You stay at Lilly Valley Inn. You build your days around what matters.
Here is how to do it right.
Day One, Arrival and Reset
You arrive in the afternoon. The drive sets the tone. Curves, elevation, and long views over the valley.
Check in at Lilly Valley Inn. Keep it simple.
- Drop your bags
- Take a drink outside
- Watch the light shift over the New River
No rush. No plan. Just settle in.
Dinner sets the standard for the weekend. Head to Blacksburg.
- 622 North, seasonal menu, strong wine list, tight execution
- Black Hen and Bar Blue, small dining room, chef driven, focused plates
Both spots run full on weekends. Book ahead. You eat well, you come back, you sleep deeper.
Day Two, Move and Taste
Start your morning at the Inn.
- Full breakfast, made fresh
- Coffee on the bluff overlooking the New River
You head out mid morning. Blacksburg sits about 25 minutes away.
- Walk downtown, local shops, clean layout
- Stop by Virginia Tech campus, wide green spaces, good energy
Lunch stays light.
- Our Daily Bread, bakery, café, consistent quality
- Blacksburg Wine Lab, curated wine list, small plates, staff knows the product
Afternoon is for the drive.
Beliveau Farm Winery sits outside town. You get views and space.
- Wine tasting with Blue Ridge backdrop
- Outdoor seating, live music on select days
If you want more, push further to Floyd.
Chateau Morrisette earns the trip.
- Full restaurant on site
- Elevated food, strong Virginia wine program
- Views that hold your attention
Evening brings you back to town or the Inn.
Dinner options stay strong.
- Gaucho Brazilian Grille, high energy, different pace
Or you go quiet. Back to Lilly Valley Inn.
- Glass of wine
- Firepit if the night calls for it
- No noise, no pressure
Day Three, Slow Exit
Keep your last morning clean.
- Breakfast at the Inn
- Short walk on the property
- One more coffee outside
You leave reset.
Where to Eat, What Matters
Blacksburg carries more depth than expected for a small town. You focus on places that execute.
Dinner
- 622 North, seasonal dishes, wine knowledge stands out
- Black Hen and Bar Blue, tight menu, high intent
- Gaucho Brazilian Grille, lively, good for a change of pace
Lunch
- Cabo Fish Taco, fast, fresh, strong local following
- Our Daily Bread, bakery and café, easy choice
- Gillie’s, vegetarian, long standing reputation
- Blacksburg Tavern, Southern comfort, consistent
Wine and Experience
- Beliveau Farm Winery, closest to the Inn, views and space
- Chateau Morrisette, destination level, full experience
- Blacksburg Wine Lab, tasting driven, educational approach
- Well Hung Vineyard in Roanoke, wine with solid food pairings
Make the Stay Work for You
You get more out of this trip when you plan a few things ahead.
- Reserve dinner before arrival
- Block time for the winery drive
- Keep one evening open for the Inn
Add simple upgrades.
- Pre-arranged dinner reservations waiting in your room
- Wine and snack basket for the afternoon drive
- Sunset wine setup back at the Inn
This is not a packed schedule. This is a controlled pace.
You eat well. You see more. You rest better.
Lilly Valley Inn anchors the whole experience.
