boutiqueing RAPPAHANNOCK
Rappahannock caters to Blue Ridge mountain vacations, milestone occasions and educational mountain retreats. So, the most unique boutique shops you’ll ever encounter conglomerate here! When they say Shop Local this is what they mean. Every establishment on this page (and all of the other pages of this website) are owned by local independent purveyors trying to preserve a piece of pristine rurality in this special place. Our region pairs the most unique shopping in all of Virginia with the most spectacular mountain adventures and Blue Ridge mountain views on the East Coast. Shop Small and Independent.
Little Washington — The Town George Designed
The village of Little Washington takes you back in time to when life was fancy and demanded grand style. George Washington laid out the town when he was 17 years old. Today the entire village is a National Treasure. One-of-a-kind world class boutiques and fine art galleries intertwine with history here.
Tavern Shops at The Inn at Little Washington
at Main & Middle in Little Washington
The Inn at Little Washington's Tavern Shops are housed in the old Tavern building directly across from The Inn. Built in 1740, it now houses a series of 5 charmingly decorated period rooms offering a wide variety of gifts, jewelry, antiques, tableware, furnishings, kitchenware and delicacies from The Inn at Little Washington.
353 Main in Little Washington
Named Virginia's best retail wine shop, this little shop is loaded with artisan wines and small batch artisan chocolates. Wine Loves Chocolate has proven once and for all that wine does, indeed, pair with chocolate - if you do it right! Pop in and do the Choco-Vino Challenge to learn how to perfect the impossible pairing - wine and chocolate. Pair wines with chocolates and build your own personal box of incredible artisan chocolate truffles.
307 Main in Little Washington
Southern Living magazine voted this unique shop and gallery one of the "TOP 50 SHOPS IN THE SOUTH." This is where you will find everything you need to dress up your dining room and kitchen - French jacquard tablecloths, every kitchen must-have item that you didn’t know you were missing, fine gifts, fine art, Oriental rugs.
311 Gay Street facing Main in Washington
The Middle Street Gallery is an artist-owned gallery run by its members. It was established in 1983 and is located at 311 Gay Street, Lower Level, facing Main Street & across from Ballard’s in the town of Washington, Virginia. Members' work includes all aspects of the fine arts: drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, mixed-media, photography; the gallery embraces new developments in art-making.
337 Gay Street in Little Washington
Gay Street Gallery presents the work of select, award-winning artists from Virginia and around the country. With a focus on representational landscape and figurative paintings, the Gallery also shows sculpture and other three-dimensional art, and also hosts exhibitions of contemporary work in various media.
12526 Lee Highway West on 211
Something for everyone. Hazel River Art and Antiques covers over 8,000 square feet and features over 100 dealers and consignors displaying antique and vintage furniture, home decor, art, rugs, jewelry, collectibles, and much more! Something for everyone! Expand the ambiance of home with vintage furnishings.
12018 Lee Highway in Sperryville
Cottage Curator is an independent art gallery featuring artworks by local, regional, and nationally recognized fine art and craft artists. As a curator with over thirty years’ experience in organizing art collections for corporations, embassies and public spaces around the world, Jackie Bailey Labovitz now assists residential clients with the purchase and placement of her own art as well as artworks by other local, regional, and nationally recognized fine art and fine craft artists.
96 Juba Mountain in Sperryville
Elegant but still very functional stoneware pots. Susan Dienelt pots are about form, color, texture and function. Bauhaus training, “form follows function,” has never been far from her. But, creating beauty in her surroundings has been a driving force shown in her work.
12018 Lee Highway Sperryville
Bring some life into your home or office with selections of exotic & locally grown flowers. Flourish Root Floral Studio is a floral and green installation arts studio located in the village of Sperryville. Flowers, foliage, and natural materials evocative of the seasons.
Sperryville — The Village named Best in Virginia
Sperryville is the tiny village named best small town and best weekend getaway in Virginia by Huffington Post. Founded in 1820, this farm village is known for its old-time charm. Located near the Appalachian Trail and along the Civil War Trails, you're surrounded by a rich history of Americana. The village is a popular dining spot, offering a selection of restaurants, eateries, and an Internet café/coffee shop.
5 River Lane in Sperryville
The Marketplace Sperryville is the most unique dining and shopping enclave you will ever experience, located in the heart of Sperryville's River District. It's home to a variety of local eateries, vendors, artists and food purveyors. We're passionate about supporting our local small business community and providing a space for creatives to showcase their talents. Click through to see who you’ll find inside The Marketplace.
4 River Lane in Sperryville
A heart-centered venture founded to explore the art of herbal medicine. Owner and herbalist, Colleen O’Bryant, leads herbal classes of all kinds and shares botanical remedies in the form of teas, elixirs and wellness-based body care products.
7 River Lane in Sperryville
The ultimate treasure hunt featuring 27,000 square feet of antiques, furniture appointments, salvage items and collectibles. Copper Fox Antiques is located just off of Route 211 at the end of River Lane. Get lost in this place for awhile. We guarantee you’ll find a nostalgic smile by walking this mile!
3710 Sperryville Pike in Sperryville
Established circa 1840,The Corner Store is still the Hub of Rappahannock County. You've got to go get provisions here. This tiny shop is the cutest grocery in history, stocked with everything you might need for a more gourmet getaway. The Corner Store, Rappahannock Pizza Kitchen and Francis Bar are connected.
36 Main in Sperryville
Gina Irwin’s journey into the world of jewelry-making began as an apprentice to the renowned silversmith Steve Jacobson, in Winchester, Virginia. Over the span of eight years under his tutelage, Gina not only honed her craft but also gained the creative freedom to forge jewelry with a personal touch.
42 Main Street in Sperryville
A great shop for pottery and unique, locally made, gifts! Suzanne Zylonis, resident potter, will work with you on a custom commission. Located on beautiful Main Street in the historic section of downtown Sperryville.
42 Main Street in Sperryville
Fine art, jewelry and sculpture from the region's foremost artists. Revolving shows, group exhibits and demonstrations. Collectors welcome. HFA mounts three exhibitions a year, May, October and December, generally on the second Saturday, 5-8pm. Mark your calendar, book a room, make a weekend of it.
11836 Lee Highway West of Sperryville
Small batch artisan coffee. Central Coffee Roasters is a family owned and operated coffee roaster located in Sperryville, Virginia. We have a coffee sampling bar where you can taste anything from Guatemala to Ethiopia and everywhere in between on Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
11600 Lee Highway west of Sperryville
Beech Spring Gift Shop is a 5th generation family owned business. The largest QUILT outlet in Northern VA. Handmade quilts, Polish pottery, jams, jellies, ciders, wild mountain honey. The fruit stand has cider, seasonal harvests and apple and fruit butters.