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35387 11555 CREEK RIDGE LN CT | MIDDLEBURG HEREFORD | HUME

$2,295,000 | An extraordinary custom french country estate on 33 pri$790,000 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur elit.enterNam vate acres |with Goose Creek frontage. Ideal floor planadipiscing perfect for taining. Expansive patios, dazzling pool/pool raised nulla metus, rutrum et vestibulum sit amet, house, bibendum necgarden, diam. Inand ut 3-car garage Equestrian amenities and ample trails throughporttitor felis.apartment. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. out. PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.454.1399 SCOTTI SELLERS 703.929.2324

7728 11555HAZELAND HEREFORDLN CT| BOSTON | HUME

$1,175,000 | This gorgeous property includes Blue Ridge Mountain views $790,000 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, elit. Nam5 and Hazel|River frontage! Perfect familyconsectetur home or a adipiscing weekend escape. nulla metus, et vestibulum sit amet,3.79 bibendum nec diam. In ut bed/3.5 bath rutrum main home with additional acre parcel and guest porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. home. Heated pool, screened porches, a large brick veranda and ample storage space make this an ideal space for family and entertaining. PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.270.3835 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.454.1399

HEREFORD CT | HUME 2299 11555 SCUFFLEBURG RD | DELAPLANE

$799,000 in ipsum 1781, dolor this 3 sit bed, 2.5 consectetur bath historicadipiscing log cabinelit. on Nam 6 +/$790,000 || Built Lorem amet, acres a smoke house, modern cistern, and original hardwood nulla features metus, rutrum et vestibulum sit amet, bibendum nec diam. In ut floors. The interior is cozy and blandit complete four fire places, wood porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, egetwith vulputate in metus. stove, wooden beams, and built-in bookcases while the exterior boasts aPETER pond, PEJACSEVICH pool, pool house/storage shed with electricity, gardens, and bas540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 ketball/tennis court. Also available for purchase on 60+/- acres. PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.270.3835 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.454.1399

518 CLIFTON FARM RDCT | BERRYVILLE 11555 HEREFORD | HUME

$4,700,000 | The Clifton Farm Estate boasts 400+ acres of land in a bucol$790,000 Lorem Washington ipsum dolor was sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam ic setting. |George known to ride over from Mt. Vernon nulla metus, rutrum Includes et vestibulum sitice amet, bibendum diam.Can In ut on many occasions!. original house, outdoornec kitchen. be porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. utilized as horse/cattle farm. Perimeter fully fenced. 20+ acres are wooded. Stunning stone guest house, outbuildings & barns w/ gorgeous views!! PETER BUZZELLI PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 TAMARA SCOTTHARRISON BUZZELLI 703.863.7109 540.687.6321 SCOTT 540.454.1399

107 GLENMONT FARM RD VALLEY 11555 HEREFORD CT| FORT | HUME

$2,195,000 | This luxury estate includes Glenmont Farm, the building, $790,000 | Lorem dolor amet, consectetur elit.ANam the Slate Hill Schoolipsum House, andsit Bunk House totalingadipiscing 158.8 acres. one of a kind equestrian with unique combination of features that nulla metus, rutrum estate et vestibulum sit amet, bibendum nec diam. Inare ut rarely available. Perfectenim for weddings & events and hasin a metus. favorable feasiporttitor felis. Phasellus erat, blandit eget vulputate bility study for a vineyard. Other purchase options also available. PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 SHANNON CASEY 540.222.2119 PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.270.3835

23443 MELMORE PL | CT MIDDLEBURG 11555 HEREFORD | HUME

$898,000 | Spacious 3,500+/- sf colonial on largest lot in subdivision! $790,000 Loremcreek ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam Including |lovely and woods. Spacious and sunny with hardwood nulla rutrum etMany vestibulum sit include amet, bibendum nec diam. In ut floorsmetus, and slate foyer. updates new appliances in kitchen, porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. remodeled master bath, new windows, roof and gutters, refinished basement and much more. Well maintained lot with fabulous location only PETER PEJACSEVICH SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 minutes away from the540.687.6321 village of Middleburg. SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.454.1399 PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.270.3835

11555 HEREFORD CT | HUME 862 CLARK RD | STEPHENS CITY

$575,000 | Lovely 44 enchanting acres offering the privacy of a $790,000 | Lorem farm ipsumon dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam weekend retreat within minutes to commuter routes. With the perfect nulla metus, rutrum hardwood et vestibulum sit amet, bibendum necpasture, diam. Inand ut mixture of mature forest, 25 + acres of lush porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. proximity to Blue Ridge Hunt, the property would make an exceptional equine facility. May be eligible for conservation easement and/or tax PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 credits. Potential for subdivision. Seller not responsible for rollback taxes if taken out of agriculture use. NADEEM HELFER 540.379.3164

22443 CREIGHTON FARMS | LEESBURG 11555 HEREFORD CTDR | HUME

$2,999,000 | Elegant custom built 11,000+ sf home on 6 acres sitting on $790,000 | Lorem dolor Creighton sit amet, consectetur elit. Nam the 16th hole of theipsum prestigious Farms golf adipiscing course community. nulla metus, rutrum et vestibulum sit separate amet, bibendum diam.porchIn ut The home offers a private indoor pool, bar area,nec covered porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. es and outdoor stone fireplace making it ideal for entertaining. Unwind and enjoy the panoramic views of Virginia’s beautiful countryside! PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 MARCY SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.533.7453 540.687.6321 PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.270.3835 CANTATORE

9614 POSSUM HOLLOW DR 11555 HEREFORD CT | DELAPLANE HUME

$1,795,000 | Gracewood | A turnkey equestrian estate on 28 private, serene acres. Brick ipsum colonial boasting 5 beds and 4 full baths, elit. gourmet $790,000 | Lorem dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing Nam kitchen, 4 fireplaces, level master, spacious rooms for nulla metus, rutrummain et vestibulum sit amet, bibendum necentertaining, diam. In ut family room & kitchen overlooking pool/patio. 6 stall center aisle barn, porttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. rubber matted stalls, wash stall, climate controlled tack & feed rooms, riding ring & 5 paddocks with automatic water. Piedmont Hunt Territory. PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.454.1399 EMILY JOHNSON 703.401.7993

20597 RDCT | BLUEMONT 11555AIRMONT HEREFORD | HUME

$839,000 | Rare opportunity to own this circa 1795 beautiful historic stone home $790,000 | Hunt Lorem ipsum Surrounded dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing Nam in Piedmont Territory. by large estates, this propertyelit. sits in the nulla metus, rutrum vestibulum sitmaking amet, it bibendum nec diam. In ut middle of hundreds of et acres of ride-out, a perfect hunt box. Meticuporttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit eget vulputate in metus. lously restored and expanded offering elegant living inside and out! Just inside the gated entry sits a beautiful private yard with two fenced paddocks, gorgeous PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 mountain views, a pond, and a 2-stall barn with a separate tack and feed room. KRISTIN DILLON-JOHNSON 703.673.6920

11555DOVER HEREFORD CT | HUME 23223 RD | MIDDLEBURG

$790,000 | Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam $375,000 | Lovely 10 acre lot just outside of Middleburg! Welldiam. and septic nulla metus, rutrum et vestibulum sit amet, bibendum nec In ut installed. Private, partially wooded and on cul-de-sac! Absolutely gorporttitor felis. Phasellus enim erat, blandit egeta vulputate in metus. geous! A very short drive to fine dining and shops of Middleburg! PETER PEJACSEVICH 540.687.6321 SCOTT BUZZELLI 540.687.6321 JOY THOMPSON

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Come One, Come All TO THE ANNUAL FOXCROFT SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PAGEANT

he Foxcroft School in Middleburg invites adults and children of all ages to celebrate the holiday season with them on Sunday, Dec. 8 at their annual Christmas pageant. Rumor in Middleburg is that Santa Claus may make an appearance following the show. The free performance begins at 2 p.m. in the Engelhard Gymnasium, located in the Athletic/Student Center at Foxcroft School, 22407 Foxhound Lane, Middleburg. The spectacular pageant is a tradition that began with Foxcroft founder Charlotte Haxall Noland soon after she established the school in 1914. The school is a college-preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12. Each year, Foxcroft’s new students and chorale present the nativity story as a gift to the community using Miss Charlotte’s script – which includes several characters you won’t find in the Bible – along with some animals

that you will. Live donkeys, goats, and bunnies have all made guest star appearances in the past. The pageant includes non-stop music and beautiful costumes. Some of the vin-

tage costumes have been part of the show for decades. ML Photo courtesy of Foxcroft School

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MIDDLEBURG TROTS OUT ITS FINEST FOR

HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES

Story by Michelle Baker Photos by Tony Gibson

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

he historic town of Middleburg, located in the heart of Virginia’s horse country, hosts its annual holiday celebration, Christmas in Middleburg, each year on the first Saturday in December. Christmas in Middleburg is a wonderful community event with events for all ages. Festivities begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 with Breakfast with Santa and a silent auction at the Middleburg Community Charter School. The traditional Christmas festivities, with the backdrop of a classic hunt country village, have become a family tradition and an essential part of the spirit of Christmas for visitors from far and wide. Starting at 11 a.m., the Middleburg Hunt Review takes to the streets creating a

The Middleburg Business and Professional Association will host a Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 6. At 5 p.m., caroling begins behind the Pink Box Visitor Center at 12 N. Madison St., then Middleburg Mayor Bridge Littleton will lead the countdown to the tree lighting. The town’s Christmas tree features more than 1,000 lights. Refreshments will be served.

spectacular sight as approximately 150 horses, riders in hunting attire and dozens of hounds come through the town. Throughout the day there are choir

performances, hayrides, the Christmas in Middleburg Craft Fair at the Middleburg Community Center, 300 West Washington St., as well as shopping and dining in the town’s shops and restaurants. In addition to the town’s restaurants, food trucks will be located on North Pickering Street, behind the BB&T Bank during the event. Spectators line the sidewalks along Washington Street (Route 50) to watch as a unique assortment of floats, troops, and musical groups march by in the annual parade. “Christmas in Middleburg is a wonderful family festival,” said Parade Organizer Jim Herbert. “This year’s event will be especially exciting because the parade day will feature more food and drink, more amenities, with unique activities taking place throughout the day for visitors to enjoy.” The Middleburg Christmas Parade begins Festivities | Page 6

The Middleburg Hunt Review is the start of the Middleburg Christmas festivities each year through town. (Circa 2018)

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Original portion of houselocated built inwithin 1790 in Preston A remarkable property a private City, CT House was dismantled and rebuilt at enclave just | minutes from town | Stone and stucco manor house with main level suite | 7 | current site | Detail of work is master museum quality additional BR | to5 stone FP Western | Beautiful gardens, Log wing moved site from Virginia circa terraces, salt water pool, cabana, carriage house & 1830 | 4 BR, 4 full BA, 2 half BA, 9 FP & detached stable with 2 paddocks | Lovely finishes throughout 2-car garage lawn | Historic stonetrails bankto barn and Creek log shed| & sweeping to private Goose moved from Leesburg, VA | Private, minutes from 31 acres | Private, elegant & convenient town | Frontage on Goose Creek | 37.65 acres

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Hilltop setting with beautiful distant views | A rare example of late medieval architecture, Farm1890 house 1920,massive completely restored and circa & circa 1935 with central chimneys, enlarged | 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, wood steep roof lines, and unusual brick patterns | floors, large country kitchen | 129.15 rolling & 5 bedrooms, 3 fullequipment & 2 half baths | Double useable acres | 3-bay shed/work shop, barreled ceilings, winding staircase,riding generous guest house, 4-stall barn complex, ring, spring-fed pond and stream| Situated sized rooms & decorative fireplaces on 111.74 acres$1,650,000 | Strong stream, stable with cottage & stone-walled terrace gardens

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Festivities | From page 4 at 2 p.m. In keeping with the animal friendliness of the town, the parade also includes horses, ponies, llamas, alpacas and a variety of dog breeds. Not to be missed are the antique fire trucks. Santa brings up the rear riding on a beautiful horse drawn coach. “Christmas in Middleburg is where you see everything that Middleburg is really all about,” said Herbert. Well known for its bucolic countryside, the town is also home to unique shopping, fine dining and luxurious accommodations. From 3 to 6 p.m. adults can relax and enjoy the Spirit of Middleburg. The progressive hospitality of food and wine tasting will allow adults to wind down and relax at Middleburg establishments of their choice while sampling foods, wines, and spirits from throughout the area at local restaurants. Visit www.ChristmasinMiddleburg.org for a full list of Spirit of Middleburg stops. Event parking for Christmas in Middleburg will be available for $20 per vehicle, one mile east of Middleburg on Rt. 50. Free shuttle service will be provided. For more information call the Pink Box Visitor Center at 540-687-8888 or email Organizer@ChristmasinMiddleburg.org. Visit www.ChristmasinMiddleburg.org to view an event schedule, list of activities, shop specials, and more. Follow Christmas in Middleburg on Facebook for event updates. ML

A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION IN HORSE COUNTRY WHAT: Come and get into the joyful spirit of the holidays in Virginia’s beautiful horse country as the Town of Middleburg kicks off the Christmas season on Saturday, Dec. 7.

• 8 a.m. | Breakfast with Santa/silent auction at Middleburg Community Charter School

• 11 a.m. | Middleburg Hunt Review • 2 p.m. | Middleburg Christmas Parade

• 3 p.m. | Spirit of Middleburg. En-

joy the town’s hospitality along with some great food, fine spirits and unique wines at Middleburg estabclishments.

• 5 p.m. | Piedmont Singers at Emmanuel Episcopal Church

WHERE: Rt. 50 in Middleburg, Va. Visit ChristmasinMiddleburg.org for a full list of Spirit of Middleburg stops. Follow Christmas in Middleburg on Facebook for event updates.

Santa comes to town on Dec. 7. The annual mile-long Middleburg Christmas Parade is the start of the holidays for Hunt Country. Top photos by Tony Gibson.

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Jim Herbert, Christmas Parade Organizer Story and photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

im Herbert figures he puts about 500 hours into planning and executing the signature event of Christmas in Middleburg—the Christmas Parade, an annual occurrence since 1979. Since 2001, Jim has volunteered to help put the festive parade on. In 2010, he took over the management as parade organizer. It’s an all-volunteer event, but Jim plans to shift some duties to a paid part-time staff as the parade has grown to be too much to ask of volunteers. What started as about 40 floats parading before 2,500-3,000 spectators has grown to include approximately 80 elements stretching 1.5 miles long and lasting around 75 minutes start to finish. Crowd estimates have soared to 17,500 or more. It’s a big day in Middleburg and the parade is the culmination of family friendly events starting with The Hunt Review and children activities running up to the 2 p.m. parade. Christmas in Middleburg consists of several events and activities starting with the Friday-Oh Holy Night tree lighting and ending with Foxcroft School’s live animal Nativity Pageant. There are food trucks to help with the restaurants’ overflow and the retail shops welcome the surge of business. One year one of the shops had the smell of fresh baked cookies wafting out into the streets through their open doors. It took one whiff and the entire pack of hounds bolted the parade and filed into the shop as one, following their noses to the only scent they had. “It took a while for the huntsman to get control of his hounds,” he recalls. Organizing the parade is right in Jim’s wheelhouse. The Fauquier County native spent much of his career in international event management and marketing of trade shows. His goals for the parade and Christmas in Middleburg speak of his experience and interest in economic development. The parade’s impact reaches past the Christmas season and beyond the day’s attendance and revenues.

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“It’s the biggest retail day of the year,” says Jim. But that’s just the beginning. Jim figures that if you put Middleburg’s heart and soul out there for all to see—the horses, the schools, the library, the corgi’s, the super popular local Charros and high school bands—the visitors will come back. And they’ll tell others of the small town with

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a big heart. When Santa, the star of the parade, flies back to the North Pole and all of the evidence of the town’s biggest show is cleaned up and Middleburg’s quiet charm is restored, Jim settles into the Christmas spirit with his wife, Stewart, their two adult children and two grandchildren. ML

PIEDMONT SINGERS CELEBRATE 21ST SEASON AT EMMANUEL

ontinue the Middleburg Christmas fun with an evening of music as the Piedmont Singers launches its 21st season on Dec. 7 with a program of favorite carols from many cultures and traditions: Christmas from West to East. The first of two Christmas concerts will be held at 5 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 105 E. Washington St. following Middleburg’s Christmas Parade. The second Christmas concert is set for 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. The concerts are free and open to the public. The choral program will open with the lovely and haunting carol from Canada, with The Huron Carol and travel through America, Ireland, England, Spain, Italy, Finland, Germany, Ukraine, and end in Russia with the exquisite Bogoroditse Devo (Ave Maria)

by Rachmaninoff. Carols vary in tone from the mystery of O Magnum Mysterium to the joy of Carol of the Bells. Several carols will be sung in their original language (with translations provided) to spice up the performance. The audience will also be invited to join the choir in some familiar carols. The Piedmont Singers serves as an outreach ministry of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. The Piedmont Singers was founded and directed by Wendy Oesterling, music director at Emmanuel Church, in 1999 to offer a musical end to the annual Christmas in Middleburg celebration. Oesterling has designed musically diverse programs to celebrate the close of Christmas in Middleburg since then. In 1999, the rector of Emmanuel Church wanted to celebrate Christmas in Middleburg with the singing of Handel’s beloved

oratorio, Messiah. Recognizing the difficulty of performing Messiah with a small church choir, the music director invited singers from neighboring churches to participate. The choir grew over the years and today includes singers from 15 churches across Northern Virginia. The Piedmont Singers present concerts at Christmas, during Holy Week and is honored to have served as choir-in-residence for five weeks at five different Anglican Cathedrals in England and Ireland. The Piedmont Singers at Emmanuel Episcopal Church invite the community to join them and enjoy the beauty of Christmas from West to East in their worldwide celebration of Christ’s birth on Dec. 7 and 8. The concerts are free and open to the public. A free will donation is appreciated. For more information, call Emmanuel Church at 540-687-6297. ML

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ya Macey’s magical creations combine pure silk, wool, olive oil soap and water into one-of-a-kind scarves and wraps. Each piece is designed and hand-crafted by her. She works from her home-based studio south of Middleburg. Shared with her husband, Michael Macey, their home overlooks a beautiful rolling-hills panorama and their small vineyard. The process that Macey uses is a form of felting. In its most basic form, known as wet felting, moistened wool fibers are fused together by applying friction. In felting work, there is no sewing or weaving; instead, the fibers interlock, a process going back to the 5th century B.C. Over time it has been used for making saddle-bags, carpets and tents as well as hats, shoes and cloaks. There are various narratives as to how felt was initially created - one in which Saints

Christopher and Clement packed their sandals with wool to prevent blisters as they fled persecution. The sweat and friction from their feet during the journey turned the wool into felt. It is possible that something similar led to the discovery of felt, but attributing it to Christian saints would have meant a much later date for its creation. It is certain, however, that it was in use by Turks in central Asia from the beginning. It is a natural fit for Macey, who grew up in the city of Izmir on the western coast of Turkey. She began studying felting there during summer visits, and has now been making garments for about three years. There are are several processes of felting beyond the basic method. Macey uses the process of nuno felting to create her designs. This technique employs basic wet felting to press moistened wool fibers (becoming felt during the process) into pure silk fabric. In the process, portions of wool fibers pass through the silk to the other side, the wool interlocking

with the silk as it dries and shrinks. Floral themes are often used in Macey’s work, with some pieces incorporating felted, three-dimensional flowers, used to marvelous effect. An exhibitor at craft shows and sales, Macey recently exhibited at Art in the Burg and the Emmanuel Episcopal Church’s Christmas Shop. She will be at the Christmas in Middleburg Craft Show at the Community Center held in conjunction with the Middleburg Christmas Parade on Dec. 7. Last year, she participated in a fundraising event in Richmond for the United Network for Organ Sharing. Macey said that it was a very emotionally moving experience to participate in this event and see women who were both organ donors and recipients modeling her work. Oya’s Silk & Wool garments are individually created, so it is an opportunity to have a custom piece created just for you. Macey can be contacted at oyamacey@gmail.com. ML

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A ‘MASTER’ OF HIS CRAFT:

JEFFREY BLUE OF THE MIDDLEBURG HUNT

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t this year’s Middleburg Christmas parade on Dec. 7, Jeffrey Blue will not only celebrate his birthday, but also his 28th year of leading the Middleburg Hunt through the center of town. “There hasn’t been a time coming down Main Street that hasn’t brought a tear to my eye, doing what I love so much,” remarks Blue. Since December of 1991, he has served as Joint-Master of Foxhounds (M.F.H.) for the prestigious Middleburg Hunt. For the tens of thousands attending the holiday parade, seeing the iconic image of 40 hounds, give or take, leading the hunt on horseback through Middleburg is as exciting as catching a glimpse of Santa himself. “You go down the street and everyone’s wishing you a Merry Christmas, we’re wishing them a Merry Christmas. You see beautiful, smiling faces. It’s amazing,” says Blue. His journey down the Christmas corridor has been happening almost as long as the parade itself. His affection and everyday involvement with horses and hounds is a stark contrast to his Washington, D.C., upbringing. As a kid, Blue, his older sister, Adrianne, and younger brother, Paul, a resident of Middleburg, weren’t allowed to have any pets, despite Jeff ’s yearning for a dog. The celebrated M.F.H. didn’t even start riding until he was 28 years old, commenting, “I was not born to fox hunt.” Born-and-raised a city boy, Blue later founded a successful D.C.-based graphic arts company. In 1973, he moved to the country, commuted to the city three days a week, and started taking riding lessons. Through a friend, he found riding coach, Olympian Jimmy Wofford, and excelled in his equestrian endeavors. “I was green, but brave.” Hunting came later, first with Piedmont and then with the Middleburg Hunt. “I didn’t know anything about hunting or hounds. Like most people, I started hunting for the pleasure of riding. I hunted to ride.” Blue | Page 13

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Blue | From page 12 That hobby turned into a big labor of love and recreational responsibility for him. “It’s almost a full-time job. In some ways, it’s a great honor. In some ways, it’s a thankless job. I do it because I give back to the community in whatever way I can,” he says. One key factor to his foxhunting philosophy is taken from being a businessman. “One thing I’ve learned to do in business is be a good partner. Everyone has to be going the same direction. If that’s not the case, there’s no partnership.” He revers his fellow Joint-Masters, Penny Denegre and Tim Harmon, and it’s important to all three of them to firmly uphold the tradition of the sport. Denegre joined Blue as Joint-Master in 1994, and Harmon in 2016. Each has a specific set of duties that are carried out almost daily, but together, they determine the important decisions that allow the hunt to be successful year after year. Established in 1906, the Middleburg Hunt has a rich history that carries with it over a century of fascinating stories in its

annals. With brazen authority, Blue states, “It’s Middleburg, it’s about fox hunting. It’s the most important fox hunting town in the United States.” Perhaps equally important to the sport are the striking Blue Ridge views that accompany foxhunters as they frolic – bucolic fields and farms surrounded by idyllic mountains. “It’s some of the most beautiful country in the world, there’s no question about it. It’s breathtaking,” he says. The privilege of riding through these vast swaths of majestic land is due to generous landowners, without whom the thrill of the hunt would not exist. Blue is indebted to the kindness of these people because he notes, “You can have the best huntsman, the best horses and the best hounds. If you don’t have land, you don’t have anything.” Above all, it’s about the joy of riding, establishing camaraderie in the hunting field, and adhering to the same traditions that have anchored the sport since the last century. Most importantly to Blue, “I love to show good sport and put people in the right place to see good sport and share the excitement of

the day with my friends and acquaintances. I want them all go home high as a kite from the exhilaration of the day. You can live off that [exhilaration] for a week or two at a time.” For not having grown up with dogs, Blue has made up lost time over the years, often finding a retired hound or two on his couch along with his cherished Jack Russell terrier, Goggles. He adores the hounds that make a day’s hunting possible, saying, “American Foxhounds are a remarkable breed of hounds. They’re wonderful pets, they are as sweet as they can possibly be and they are dead serious about their fox hunting.” On the heels of his 28th year as Joint-Master of Foxhounds, Blue enthusiastically reflects on his storied hunting career. “Foxhunting has been very, very good to me. I’ve had a good time, met a lot of wonderful people. I’ve had some fabulous horses and I’ve come to respect a lot of wonderful hounds. It’s as beautiful a sport as can be and to be able to have enjoyed it when I wasn’t allowed to have a dog growing up, I’ve overcompensated. It’s fabulous.” ML

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Museum, and the Great Meadow Foundation. Bondi, and his wife, Tandy Bondi, owners of the historic Old Welbourne Farm in Bluemont, recently placed a nearby property in Upperville into a conservation easement in order to protect the land from future development. In 2013, the Bondi family purchased the 165 acre Old Welbourne, which was the birthplace and final resting place of Colonel Richard Dulany, the founder of the Piedmont Fox Hounds and the Upperville Colt and Horse Show. He purchased another adjacent 165 acres in 2015, and then the 145-acre battlefield in 2017. The 145-acre property, which the Bondi family purchased in 2017, was the site of a famous skirmish in the Battle of Unison where Union soldiers and cavalry, led by General George McClellan, squared off on Nov. 2, 1862, against Confederate solders and cavalry, led by Lieutenant Colonel J.E.B. Stuart and Major John Pelham. The Confederates ultimately were driven west toward Winchester,

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but they stalled the Union advance long enough to allow General Robert E. Lee and his Army of Northern Virginia to regroup near Richmond. It proved to be a decisive victory for the Confederate Army and led to President Lincoln’s removal of General McLellan from command a mere three day later. The Mosby Heritage Area Association has been intensifying preservation efforts by advocating for conservation easements across the Heritage Area, but especially within the Civil War battlefields, as they mark an enormous moment in our collective history. In 2014, MHAA was awarded an American Battlefield Preservation Plan grant to draw up a plan to protect the “Prelude to Gettysburg” cavalry battlefields of June 1863 that raged along the Ashby’s Gap Turnpike, today’s Route 50. Since that time, MHAA has assisted in placing part of the Battle of Upperville, “VineBondi | Page 17

Bondi | From page 16 yard Hill”, under easement with the Land Trust of Virginia. This year MHAA facilitated the protection of over 200 acres in the Unison Battlefield which included contributions to each landowner to help offset their financial burden. The success of this assistance illustrated the need to develop such a fund and the Bondi family graciously stepped forward. This easement effort within MHAA’s Preservation Committee is being spearheaded by Ashton Cole, who is also the director of conservation and stewardship with the Land Trust of Virginia, and MHAA Chairman C. Dulany Morison. “We believe this fund will prove to be a convincing resource in our discussions with landowners considering conservation easements and we are very grateful to the Bondi family“ said Morison. This easement initiative focuses on Civil War battlefield property, but MHAA remains committed to preserving the entire landscape of the Heritage Area to protect our view sheds and vast historical resources. Conservation easements are the best protection against invasive development in rural areas and they remove further potential strain on Loudoun’s

infrastructure, as well as protect the county’s thriving tourism industry. “I got tired of seeing people come into the area who didn’t respect the land and its important history to this nation. Too often, we see people purchase small parcels and attempt to build on every square inch without regard to the environmental impact or the ascetic beauty of open space,” said Bondi. The couple and their five children share a commitment to environment conservation and historic preservation. “We didn’t want someone to build Polo Wonderland on a historic battlefield where people gave their lives,” she added. “We frequently tell our children that they are stewards of the land for their children and future generations to come. It is important we preserve both our past and our future.” Community leaders commend the Bondi Family for their untiring work. “Brad and Tandy are rare breeds of preservationists. They have taken up the torch in the battle against the unscrupulous developers who have infiltrated our countryside.” said David Blake, the owner of Buckland Farm, the site of another historic civil war battlefield where J.E.B. Stuart fought. “I commend them for their efforts and, with Brad in the fight, I

am finally optimistic.” Dan Haney who grew up on a nearby farm where his parents still reside agrees. “His commitment to our community and its activities is unique,” said Haney. “Although he’s only been here a little over six years, it’s as if he has been here for 60 years.” The Bondi Family entered into an agreement with the Land Trust of Virginia that protects the battlefield and limits construction by providing Land Trust of Virginia with a permanent easement. The easement also allows the Mosby Heritage Area Foundation the right to provide tours of the battlefield. “Brad is a warrior, so it’s fitting that he bought a battlefield,” added Haney. The mission of the nonprofit Mosby Heritage Area Association, formed in 1995, is to help preserve the Northern Virginia Piedmont and increase public knowledge about this historic area. MHAA provides classroom history programs for elementary, middle, and high school students, sponsors lectures, programs, publications, guides, and field trips, and brings nationally known scholars to the area for its award-winning annual Civil War Conference. For more information, visit www.mosbyheritagearea.org. ML

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nown locally for his equestrian pieces, artist J. Douglas recently won recognition for his stunning works at the national level. Douglas received the award for Emerging Artist of the Year in the annual Art Comes Alive (ACA) contest. By working with artists from around the United States, Art Design Consultants, Inc. (ADC) of Cincinnati, Ohio creates beautiful environments by providing art consultation services, archival-quality framing and stunning artworks for clients. As one of the nation’s leading full-service art consultation companies, the ADC staff know great art when they see it. The company also celebrates the artists and the work they do in an annual contest. Art Comes Alive honors the brightest and best artists working in North America, in a variety of fine art categories. This year, the competition recognized more

than 200 artists and chose J. Douglas as the male Emerging Artist of the Year. The female artist who is relatively new to practicing art was Penny Treese. We caught up with Douglas recently to learn more about his award and the man behind the brush. ML: What does this award mean to you? JD: Awards are nice to get but they do not define me. This award, on the other hand, was given to me because of my losses and victories through the years. It means a great deal because it says that I am back and am accepted by my peers as an artist.

arts. I started in art professionally in 1976 as a portrait artist. I came to Salamander Resort & Spa in 2014 after losing my 20-year-old martial arts school in Leesburg. At the time I came to the resort, I was preparing to become a police officer. I was only supposed to be at the resort for two months, maybe three, but then Ms. (Sheila) Johnson started buying my art, asked me to have a three-month solo art show (that became a five-year art show), asked me to sell my prints, note cards and even a children’s coloring book. So I stayed at the resort and told the police that I was a full-time artist. It’s the best thing that ever happened for my art. My wife said, “You’ve been fighting your destiny your entire life. Now destiny has finally won.”

ML: What’s your background? JD: I’ve always been in art in one way or another. Print shop artist, portrait artist, art director, owning my own commercial arts company and then the final art... martial

ML: What was your inspiration for “Destiny”? How did it find a spot at Salamander? Artist | Page 21

Above: Salamander Resort and Spa in Middleburg is the perfect location for the stunning painting “Destiny” by J. Douglas. The painting captures Paul Estermann, a Swiss Olympic equestrian, riding Lord Pepsi. Courtesy photo.

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Artist | From page 20 JD: I was asked to create a painting for the front desk area of the resort by Ms. Johnson. While I was creating it, they put another one up there instead of mine. Then, it was supposed take the place of the big white horse next to Gold Cup Wine Bar. I was still finishing up the painting when they chose to put the giant mirror up in that location. I was starting to wonder where I would end up but, to my surprise, the spot they choose has beautiful lighting both day and night. The other spots do not… that will be our little secret. I completed a 16x20 inch painting at the Washington International Horse Show in D.C. in 2016. I manned the booth for the resort during the show and painted each day for hours. When Ms. Johnson saw my painting at the end of the week, she said, “That’s it! That’s the feel and emotion I want in the big painting you are creating!” I was originally asked to create a polo scene and was struggling to find the perfect photo for a reference. To this day, when ever asked, Ms. Johnson tells people that it’s her favorite painting in the whole resort and that makes me smile. ML: What art or artist do you identify with? JD: I first started oil painting full time after seeing Henry Asencio paint at a gallery in Alexandria, Virginia. I bought all of my supplies that week and started my oil painting career. One year later, he came back in town for a demo at the same place. My wife told him how he inspired me to paint. Since then, we have become friends and talk regularly about our art projects, highs/lows and dreams. I try to paint loose like him, but I slide back into a tight style. It’s a constant struggle to stay loose. ML: What themes do you pursue? What is your dream project? JD: I love to paint the human figure. Both sexes, all sizes and ages. I just love the human form. Out of protest I painted a few horses because of my wife’s request in 2010 and I surprised myself. I really enjoyed painting horses. So now I still paint my portraits and figure work, but my horses have taken my center stage. My dream project? I’m doing it every day. I’m painting.

ML: Favorite or most inspirational place (in Virginia)? JD: That’s easy... our home on the side of the Blue Ridge Mountains just off of the Shenandoah River. Makes my wife and I say “ahhhh” every day. My studio is there in our home. ML: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?

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ML: What jobs have you done other than being an artist? JD: At the moment, I am a server and bartender at Gold Cup Wine Bar in Salamander Resort & Spa. I have worked almost every job imaginable in the commercial art world. I’ve taught art in groups. I still teach privately. I started Taekwondo in Alice Springs, Australia in 1970. In 1997 I opened Tiger Claw Taekwondo in Leesburg and we had a wonderful 17 years of touching the lives of the students we taught. My black belt degrees are, 6th degree Taekwondo, 4th degree Gumdo (the sword), 1st degree Hapkido and trained as a body guard for 10 years. ML: What memorable responses have you had to your work? JD: There are three big moments in my art career that come to mind. One, people see one of my creations every day on the road. I created the Parrothead license plate for the state of Virginia, and got to give Jimmy Buffett his very own license plate back stage before one of his shows. Two, for a few of the Olympics I was the artist for Grandma Luge and the US Virgin Island Winter Olympic team. But, the most amazing response was from my wife, Cindy, when I gave her a portrait of her two children right after we met. It brought her to tears and the memory still gives me goose bumps.

JD: People say, “I wish I could paint as good as you” and I respond, “I wish I could paint as good as I will in five years.” If you want to be good at something, you have to be willing to start. Not just dream or wish. Start at the beginning and be willing to fail over and over. One day, you will look back after years of training and say, “wow, I did it, and it was worth the work.” Whatever it is you want to do, you have to start and know you won’t be good for a while. No one came to me at my martial arts school and said that they wanted to be a black belt the next day. They would ask how they could become a black belt and I said, “start and then don’t stop.” ML: Professionally, what’s your goal? JD: I love working at Salamander Resort & Spa but some day, I would love to just be creating art. That won’t be any time soon but, until then, I will simply keep painting and learning to further my craft. ML: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given? JD: While interning with two artists in Dallas, I was told if I wanted to have an advantage in the art world, learn to draw people. A lot of artists cannot draw people. Then, they said learn to create portraits because most artists that can draw people can’t do portraits. Once you master the portrait, you can paint anything. So I became a portrait artist. Oh yeah, and an equestrian artist. The artists were identical twins named Ron and Don Adair. They were the official artists of the John Wayne Estates and created numerous paintings of John Wayne that were used for United States postal stamps. Bonus: Another advice that I didn’t take - My Mother called one day and said, “J, your horse paintings are so beautiful. Why do you have to do the nudes?” I replied, “Mother ... that’s why I got into art.” She has never brought it up again. ML

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very adventure in life begins with a first step. On Aug. 2, the first piece of clay placed on an armature of wire, foam, and iron pipe designed by sculptress Goksin Carey gave life to an exceptional collaborative effort between the Artists in Middleburg (AiM), the Middleburg Arts Council and the Town of Middleburg. The result from that effort is a beautiful 6-foot bronze fox. The commissioned sculpture by Carey will arrive just in time for the holidays. The idea for the fox originated with Middleburg Business and Economic Development Director Jamie Gaucher. It quickly drew the wholehearted support from Middleburg Mayor Bridge Littleton, Town Administrator Danny Davis, Middleburg Garden Club Vice President Darcy Justen, former Middleburg Arts Council (MAC) Chair Debbie Cadenas, MAC Chair Melissa Craig and Middleburg Community Center (MCC) Executive Director Olivia Rogers. “The Middleburg Fox has had great support from the beginning,” said Sandy Danielson, executive director of Artists in Middleburg. “From Jamie Gaucher’ s initial concept, to the fundraising efforts by the Middleburg Arts Council, to the donors who enthusiastically contributed, to the admirers who were there every day, to the community center who will provide a home for the fox, and to Goskin and several of her students for their determined resolve – endless hours and a motivated commitment,” said Danielson, “It has been an exciting project, from start to finish. We cannot wait for our fox to come home after it is bronzed!” “Middleburg Garden Club is very happy to support the arts in this town. We loved the idea of a forever piece that everyone can enjoy,” said Justen who chairs Community Adventure | Page 26 Top: Don’t miss the big reveal of this new bronze statue at noon on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Middleburg Community Center. Courtesy photo. Bottom: Artist Goksin Carey and Sandy Danielson, executive director of Artists in Middleburg, welcomed guests to drop by the gallery and watch the creation of the sculpture. Photos by Michelle Baker.

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Adventure | From page 24 Events for the Middleburg Garden Club in addition to being club vice president. “Raising the money was actually quite a bit of work, but we are very happy with the outcome.” Why a fox, you might ask, as Middleburg is famous for being horse country? Middleburg is located in the heart of Hunt Country. The community has bonded with both equine and the much smaller fox. This most playful, astute, agile, mischievous, beautiful omnivorous mammal of dignified presence and cunning spirit has conquered hearts. Despite causing strong emotions in those victims with legitimate grievances of foxy travesties, the fox has become a beloved hunt” country symbol. The creative adventure began inside AiM’s gallery generously hosting this project by converting part of the space into a sculpting studio. This generated great interest within

Celebrate the big reveal of the town’s newest statue! Saturday, Dec. 7 | Noon Middleburg Community Center 300 W Washington St. Middleburg, VA 20117 the community. People followed the progress through the display window and would frequently come inside to admire the work, ask questions and leave glowing testimony in the visitors book. As the sculpture progressed to the final stages, it had developed an avid fan base. “The Town of Middleburg is extremely proud to support the amazing group of sculptors and artists behind this project. They have created a truly unique centerpiece for our town and their team work in bringing

this together shows the special nature of our great community,” said Mayor Littleton. “We look forward to enjoying this masterpiece and sharing it with visitors for generations to come.” There were long days full of shared camaraderie, learning and hands on work between Carey and her dedicated group of students. Natalie Brown, Leslie Husain, Sylvia Scherer and Rosemarie Wunderlich were honored to be part of this endeavor. They followed their teacher’s every directive and method. “When I was invited to sculpt a realistic fox, I did not know then that this fox asked my heart to bring him to life,” said Carey who is well-known throughout the area for her beautiful creations. Measurements, observation, and modeling gradually gave rise to the body and character of this intelligent animal with a Adventure | Page 27

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Adventure | From page 26 fondness for causing trouble, deserving its undisputed place in the stories and folklore of the world and the constellation Vulpecula in the Northern Sky. To position a sculpture of such size and weight for work inside AiM’s gallery would not have been possible without an ingenious mobile wood base, engineered and designed to perfection exclusively for this purpose by Architect Erju Ackman, who acted as the project manager. Its height and tool storage allowed three to four sculptors to work simultaneously in comfort while shaping some 300 pounds of plasticine. The removable top facilitated transport to the foundry, which was an adventure in itself. Without his collabora-

tion, his base design, his transporting the fox to the foundry, it would have been difficult to get this project off the ground. “I was never a hunter but I never chased the fox like this for so long and with such enthusiasm. I think Goksin gave us a fox that never runs away and it is a runaway success,” said Ackman. Soon, this unofficial mascot for the Town of Middleburg is expected to attain its rightful place in front of the community center. “We are thrilled that this permanent symbol for the town will be installed at the Middleburg Community Center this year, and greatly appreciate the support of their Executive Director Olivia Rogers,” said Middleburg Art Council Chair Melissa Craig. “We are

planning a big reveal.” And a big reveal it shall be. Each year, the Town of Middleburg plans a fun-filled day for the family featuring the famous mile-long Christmas Parade. This year it will include a ribbon cutting. Celebrate the town’s charm and this permanent bronze addition to the town’s landscape at noon on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the installation at the Middleburg Community Center. The center is located at 300 W. Washington St. in Middleburg. Perhaps, with the passing of time, as young and old visitors come by, the fox will acquire that special sheen as countless hands rub the bronze. It is said that it may even bring good fortune. ML

The armature of wire, foam, tape and iron pipe designed by Goksin Carey gradually took shape to become a detailed fox after several weeks at the Artists in Middleburg (AiM) gallery. The delicate details of local vegetation add delightful touches to the finished statue.

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estive, family and friend-filled, and full of jolly, Christmas is undeniably one of the most magical times of the year, and arguably the most hectic. Between decorating, shopping, wrapping, and loitering under the mistletoe, opportunities for nourishment may seem few and far between. Not to fear, my No-Fuss Christmas Brunch menu can be on your holiday morning table in under an hour and is the perfect way to wind down after a morning of gift opening and carol singing. My Gingerbread French Toast is a festive twist on a classic breakfast indulgence. Thick slices of baguette are soaked in spiced custard and fried until crisp on the outside and spongy on the inside. A simple drizzle of maple syrup or a snow-like dusting of powdered sugar is all you need to take this already dec-

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Brunch | From page 30 Gingerbread French Toast Serves: 4 | Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: • French baguette cut into inch-wide slices (about 12 slices) • 2 eggs • ¼ cup of heavy cream • ¼ cup of whole milk • ½ teaspoon of cinnamon • ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger • ⅛ teaspoon of ground cloves • ⅛ teaspoon of nutmeg • 3 tablespoons of butter, additional for serving • Maple syrup, optional • Powdered Sugar, optional Directions: Whisk the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, and spices together in a shallow dish. Set aside. Place a large cast-iron skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the butter. Let the butter melt. Dip a few slices of the baguette into the egg and milk mixture, flipping to coat both slides. Transfer the bread slices to your skillet and cook for 2 – 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Repeat the process in batches, adding a tablespoon of butter to the skillet and allowing it to melt before adding the dipped bread. Serve the French toast immediately with more butter and a generous drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Cranberry Mimosas Serves: 2 | Time: 2 minutes • • • • •

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Marshall ~ Handsome custom built Residence with first floor Master Suite and perfect mix of open and traditional floor plan beautifully sited on 50 Acres. Special features include: Swimex Swim Pool, 2 Stocked Ponds, High Speed Internet, Whole House Generator and Geothermal Heating and Cooling. For the equestrian: located in the Orlean Community Trail System and adjacent to a Premier Equestrian Center with stables, riding arenas and trails. $2,900,000

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VERY PRIVATE 137+ Acres within minutes of Historic Middleburg. The northern boundary of the property includes approx. 3,765’ of frontage on Little River, a tributary of Goose Creek. Open Space Easement, gently rolling fields with mature hardwood forest, Orange County Hunt Territory, great ride out, pastoral views in all directions. $2,534,500

GOOSE CREEK

Marshall ~ 7.43 Acre Horse Farm in a coveted area of fine large estates and gorgeous views. The 4 bedroom, 4 bath home underwent extensive renovation in 2010, the home was enlarged again in 2014. Broadband Internet was recently installed, as was a new generator with new gas lines and upgraded electric. $899,000

YELLOW SCHOOL HOUSE

Bluemont ~ Charming farm with tranquil pastoral setting features classic 1800’s farmhouse, guest house and tenant house. The bank barn offers 6 stalls on the lower level, 4 board fenced fields and paddocks with run-in. A year round creek runs through the property. Wonderful location with easy access to Route 7 bypass and the Dulles Greenway. Between Purcellville/Round Hill and Upperville. $750,000

MOUNTVILLE

145+ Acres of land in sought after location on Mountville Rd. near Foxcroft School. Several home sites with wonderful views and vistas yet extremely private, half wooded and half pasture with over 2,000’ of Goose Creek frontage. Minutes from Middleburg with easy access to Dulles International Airport & Washington DC. Middleburg Hunt Territory. $2,465,250

HULBERT’S LANE

Middleburg/The Plains ~ 7.41 Acre Parcel, Minutes from Middleburg, this stunning 7 acre parcel sits high offering beautiful views and potential building sites. In an area of large estates this property offers road frontage on Halfway Road and Hulberts Lane. Potential for additional 5 acres with “as is” cottage. $495,000

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hristmas music lovers and fans of the all-male Grammy award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer are in for a rare treat to start the holiday season. The Middleburg Concert Series presents “A Christmas Spectacular” featuring the Shenandoah University Conservatory Choir on Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Middleburg United Methodist Church, located at the corner of Washington and Pendleton Streets. The concert begins at 4 p.m. Chanticleer Director Emeritus Dr. Matt Oltman will lead the 30-member Shenandoah University Conservatory Choir in a

not-to-be missed performance of classical and contemporary Christmas favorites in the final concert of the 2019 series. Over the last decade, Oltman directed the allmale vocal ensemble, Chanticleer, in addition to releasing 12 acclaimed recordings, touring extensively throughout Europe, North America, and Asia, and directing numerous choral groups, master classes and workshops worldwide. The Shenandoah University Conservatory Choir will be accompanied by renowned organist, Dr. Dudley Oakes, who is an adjunct professor at Shenandoah Conservatory

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and a member of the Middleburg Concert Series Steering Committee. The Goodstone Inn will host a meet the artists reception following the performance. Tickets can be purchased in advance at eventbrite.com or at the door for $20 per person. Students and guests 18 and under are free. Tickets can also be purchased in advance by mail from: Middleburg Concert Foundation, P.O. Box 1967, Middleburg, VA 20118. For more information: Visit www.middleburgconcerts.com, call: (540) 592-1660 or email middleburgconcerts@gmail.com. ML

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THE 12 DOGS OF CHRISTMAS

Jax. 4 yrs at MHF

Cotton. 8 months Shep/Plot Hound at PC

Aunt Bea. 3 yrs Cattle dog at OPH

Shiva. 6 yrs Jack Russell at MHF

Photos by Joanne Maisano

C China. 3 yrs Staffordshire Terrier mix at PC

Chloe. 3 yrs Hound/Sheppard at PC

Connor. 3 yrs Schnauzer at WAAAC

onsider giving a rescue a forever home this holiday season. “While the holidays are joyous and celebratory for so many of us there are those that struggle to find homes and left to fend for themselves during the holiday; they just happen to be four legged and have fur,” said PetConnect Rescue Director Matt Thorn. “Even if you aren’t considering a pet, think about making a donation to help those who are looking for their forever home this holiday season,” suggested Thorn. Learn more about PetConnect Rescue at petconnectrescue.org. Located in Marshall, the Washington Area Animal Adoption Group (WAAAG) is a veteran founded, all volunteer, 501(c)3 animal rescue organization. “We treat the animals in our care like soldiers coming home from a war. Each one has a story, and we give them time and space to heal and prepare for their forever home,” said WAAAG Founder Angie Roeder. Visit them at waaag.org. Each year, Operation Paws for Homes (OPH) finds loving homes for 1,300 deserving dogs and cats. Aunt Bea may be there waiting for you. To learn more about OPH, contact ophrescue.org. The Middleburg Humane Foundation (MHF) in Marshall is working on its goal of getting 25 cats or dogs out of the shelter and into foster homes for the holidays before Jan. 10. The shelter provides all necessary items for the animal during their time in foster care and families provide the love. Learn more about the fostering program or apply at middleburghumane.org/foster-care. If you have the room in your home and in your heart, go meet our 12 Dogs of Christmas or their friends at one of these organizations. Happy Holidays. ML

Patches. 5 yrs JR/Beagle mix at WAAAC

Butch. 2 yrs American Bulldog at PC

Rosie. 5 yrs Pit mix at PC

Mia. 4 yrs Shep at WAAAC

Timber. 11 months Lab at PC

PC: Pet Connect | OPH: Operation Paws for Homes | MHF: Middleburg Humane Foundation | WAAAG: Washington Area Animal Adoption Group

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he Windy Hill Foundation once again wowed the guests and won their support during the its annual auction and gala on Nov. 23 at Salamander Resort & Spa. “The gala raised a remarkable amount of funds to jump start our ‘Nest to Wings’ early education program for our youngest Windy Hill residents. It was a great event with over 360 guests and an overwhelming amount of support from our sponsors,” said Windy Hill Foundation Executive Director Bob Dale. “We were so honored to have Howard and Gloria Armfield as Honorary Chairs of the gala this year as they inspired an outpouring of support from the community.” The Armfields were the perfect couple for the night at Rick’s Cafe at Salamander Resort & Spa. He was born in Middleburg and she has resided here since age 16. Their lives are forever intertwined with Middleburg after having raised their family in Middleburg, maintained their Loudoun business for three generations, and given support to numerous local charities

including the Hill School, Keep Loudoun Beautiful, The Pink Box, and Windy Hill Foundation. “We have been involved with Windy Hill since it’s inception. Rene Llewellyn spoke to many organizations and asked for help to make Windy Hill a reality,” she said. “The need for the housing was critical and we wanted to be a part of this effort.” The Casablanca Gala featured a beautiful Moroccan theme designed and coordinated by the Casablanca Committee and creative consultant Manuel Simpson, owner of EyeManuel. Floral arrangements were created by Kelly Johnson and Whitney Werner. The evening’s music was under the direction of legendary bandleader Doc Scantlin who performed his final set with his Imperial Palms Orchestra at the gala. He recently announced his retirement and is passing the baton to his wife and featured vocalist, Chou Chou. To learn more about the Windy Hill Foundation programs, visit the website, windyhillfoundation.org. Mark your calendar for Nov. 21, 2020 when Windy Hill rocks out with a Bohemian Rhapsody themed gala! ML

Top: Honorar y Chairs Howard and Gloria Armfield. Bottom: left to right: Windy Hill E xecutive Director Bob Dale, Gala Board Chair Beth Ann Mascatello, and Event Designer Manuel Simpson.

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epictions of holidays dinners are wrapped in nostalgia and romanticism. From Bob Cratchit’s family dinner of roast goose and Christmas pudding to relatives gathered together in Norman Rockwell paintings, there are countless stories, songs, and movies written about holiday meals at the table. Here in Middleburg, we are fortunate to be surrounded by sustainable farms offering Christmas birds to grace our tables. We’ve curated a guide to finding local turkeys, so that all you have to do is light the candles, turn

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on familiar Christmas tunes and enjoy a roast turkey dinner, with a bird raised here in Middleburg. Gentle Harvest With its parent company Ayrshire Farm, Gentle Harvest uses Certified Humane®, nonGMO, Certified Organic farming practices. Gentle Harvest offers two turkey options: A Heritage breed, USDA Certified Organic, Certified Humane®, non-GMO turkey and a Certified Organic, Certified Humane®, nonGMO turkey. The heritage breed contains a larger amount of dark meat that carries a

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richer flavor profile than traditional turkeys. “People really want to know what they are eating. They want to avoid antibiotics. They don’t want hormones. They don’t want injected food. They want to know where it lives,” said Suzanne Smith, a spokesperson from Gentle Harvest’s Marketing Department. “That’s one of the really interesting aspects of Gentle Harvest. This is not commercial farming. We are literally getting the food right down the street. That’s the biggest difference for us. You can’t get fresher than down the street.” Turkey | Page 45

Turkey | From page 44 Curious about heritage turkeys? Head to Gentle Harvest for a turkey sampling or chat with employees about the flavor profile. While you’re there, pick up some “heat and eat” foods to add to your table, like the delicious corn pudding, wild rice and mushroom dressing, or venison stew with chestnuts. Turkey orders can be placed online, by phone, or in the store. To secure a turkey for Christmas, orders must be placed by Dec. 17. Gentle Harvest will ship turkeys anywhere in the country using FedEx Overnight. What better way to savor a taste of home while celebrating the holidays from afar? Gentle Harvest is located at 8372 West Main St., Marshall, Virginia. To learn more about holiday turkeys, visit www.gentleharvest.com. Le Petit Marche For a wonderfully curated selection of meats located in the heart of Middleburg, vis-

it Le Petit Marche for your holiday orders. Le Petit Marche offers three turkey selections to customers: all-natural turkeys raised on a private farm without antibiotics, Bell & Evans turkeys raised without antibiotics, and organic turkeys raised in Pennsylvania. If you’re not up for the challenge of cooking a whole turkey, consider their turkey breast options. In addition to turkeys, the store offers an extensive selection of meats, game, and seafood, including pheasant, goose, quail, and duck. Seafood options include live lobsters, mussels, clams, and whole fish or fillets. Browse the extensive list on their website and try not to feel hungry. “The point of having this business is to offer something better, a step up from the mass-produced foods,” said owner Gail Reardon. “There’s a big difference in quality and flavor. The meats and the game here are not commodity meats. They are raised by smaller farms.” To order a turkey, call the store, join the

email list and respond with your order, or visit the store and place your order there. Turkey orders must be placed the week before Christmas and can be picked up from the store. Le Petit Marche is located at 5 W. Washington St., Middleburg, Virginia. To join the email list, visit www.LePetitMarche.org. Middleburg’s Day Spring Farm and Fields of Athenry Farm offer a variety of holiday meats, as well. Day Spring Farm offers grass fed and finished beef and pasture raised pork. Learn more at www.dayspringfarmva.com. Fields of Athenry Farm takes holiday orders for geese, duck, ham, leg of lamb and an assortment of other tasty meats that can be delivered right to your door. Their meats are pasture-raised and antibiotic-free. Order online at www.fieldsofathenryfarm.com. This Christmas, may you raise your glass amongst loved ones and remember Tiny Tim’s iconic words: And may God bless us, every one. ML

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Two Pianos, Four Hands, Two Hearts at Trinity

he annual Trinity Episcopal Christmas Service on Wednesday will feature an exciting and fresh approach to lessons and carols on Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. The church is offering a two-piano concert titled An Evening with Paul & Sophia: Two Pianos, Four Hands, Two Hearts. Chandley has played both at the Metropolitan Opera House and on Broadway. He is currently the executive director of Trinity Music Academy in North Carolina and the music director and conductor of the Mid-Ohio Opera Company. He has been a guest (and standing) conductor for the Raleigh Symphony Orchestra, the KievSymphony, the Rockhill Opera Company, the Kansas City Opera Company, and the Opera Company of North Carolina. His successful competitions include the International Beethoven Piano Sonata Competition and the Czarny Foundation Piano Competition. He was the director and general manager of the Bayside Opera Company, New York City. Born in Siberia to classically trained musicians, Sophia Pavlenko-Chandley was raised

the Kiev Symphony and Chorus and the Raleigh Symphony Orchestra. She is a favored arranger and accompanist for the Emmy award-winning tenor, John Fowler, the American bass-baritone soloist Jason McKinney, and the upcoming operatic tenor, Jeff Gwaltney. Currently, Pavlenko-Chandley is a member of the Mid-Ohio Opera Company. The evening’s program will include traditional lessons entwined with the magic of two professional pianists performing carols arranged for Trinity’s festive holiday tradition. The pair say their core beliefs about their music is that it is a great unifying force for the world, crosses all cultural boundaries and speaks to the heart. Following the concert, there will be a Holiday Reception so concert attendees can meet the artists. Trinity Episcopal Church is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. The church is located at 9108 John S. Mosby Highway in Upperville. Admission is free. All are welcome. ML

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A DAY AWAY IN...

WASHINGTON, D.C. By Dulcy B. Hooper Photos by Kaitlin Hill

hether you are celebrating the end of 2019, welcoming the beginning of the New Year or just in the mood to spend a day or two away, there is much to explore in D.C. that will make for a fun and memorable visit. As of this writing, many of D.C.’s hotels and restaurants had not put forth their New Year’s festivities, so be sure to call ahead and

check on event-specific options, should that be of interest. The District of Columbia is notable for the abundant presence of the government -- from the U.S. Capitol, the White House and the Supreme Court to the ubiquitous government office buildings dotting the downtown landscape and last, but not least, to the memorials, monuments and seemingly endless historical sites. Scattered throughout, however, there is no shortage of hotels (many with their own

Above: The Lincoln Memorial sits at one end of DC’s iconic Mall, also called “America’s front yard.”

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historical antecedents), world-class restaurants, notable performing art venues and an increasingly vibrant and engaging restaurant scene. With so much to see and do, it is difficult to hone in on suggestions for a day or two away in Washington, D.C., but the following touches on a few of the city’s most well known neighborhoods and some of the restaurants and hotels you may be interested in exploring before the year’s end or in 2020. Away | Page 49

Away | From page 48 CAPITOL HILL Capitol Hill is one of Washington’s most popular neighborhoods and certainly one of the most interesting places to visit. From the 19th-century row houses to the iconic U.S. Capitol, House and Senate Office buildings and Supreme Court, one could spend an enjoyable day or two just wandering around. When it’s time for lunch or dinner, Bistro Bis, located within the George Hotel on Capitol Hill would make a great choice. The hotel and restaurant are located at 15 E. St., N.W. Bistro Bis is known for its modern interpretations of traditional French bistro fare, and fellow patrons regularly include senators, congressmen and assorted celebrities, adding to the interest. The hotel and restaurant are close to Union Station and within walking distance of the Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument and the National Gallery of Art. Emilie’s, located at 1101 Pennsylvania Ave., S.E., is a relative newcomer to Capitol Hill, having just opened in October to highly complimentary reviews. Emilie’s features an open kitchen, dining room, communal table and a bar/lounge area. Orders are delivered via carts weaving among the tables. The restaurant features a wide range of influences under the “new American” umbrella. According to Owner/Chef Kevin Tien, his goal was to create a communal dining destination with a “multicultural vision of America.” “Emilie’s is a restaurant everyone can identify with,” said Tien who was formerly chef and co-owner at Himitsu in Petworth. “And you’ll find something on our menu that you’ll love. We are a restaurant for every occasion and every taste.”

Emilie’s is also known for its creative desserts and the collaboration of its team. “We spend a lot of time together,” said one team member. “The success of this restaurant is the success of our team as a whole.” DOWNTOWN/CITYCENTERDC What was once a business district, with lawyers, accountants and lobbyists on every corner, has now branched out and become a very cosmopolitan neighborhood. There is high-end shopping, trendy restaurants, and accessibility to numerous museums. This mixed-use development takes up several city blocks, with breezeways and open courtyards. Momofuku CCDC would be a good choice for a stop. This is part of the Momofuku restaurant group formed by David Chang, who grew up in Vienna, Virginia. Also within the group is the Milk Bar, sister bakery to the Momofuku restaurant group. Milk Bar is an award-winning bakery from local Pastry Chef Christina Tosi, who had been a food safety consultant at Chang’s N.Y.C. restaurant. After she brought in various creative and unconventional homemade desserts, Chang asked her to recreate them and become pastry chef for all of Chang’s Momofuku restaurants. DUPONT CIRCLE Located at 1739 N. Street, N.W., Tabard Inn is the oldest continuously running hotel in Washington, having opened its doors in 1922. It is the place where inner city locals bring their out of town guests - full of charm, coziness and history. “The Tabard Inn was boutique before boutique was boutique,” reads one review. It is a restaurant, as well as Away | Page 50

Top left: Circling the loop of the World War II Memorial in the afternoon sun can be a time of peaceful reflection. Top right: The scallop crudo at Emilie’s is as delicious as it is pretty. Second: CityCenter puts on a festive display for the holiday season. Third: The Tabard Inn is a DC mainstay loved for its enticing brunch offerings. Fourth: The towering Christmas Tree at Georgetown’s Waterfront is a favorite spot for holiday photos.

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a hotel full of antiques and charm. Whether a weekend brunch in the restaurant or a glass of wine near the fireplace, you will remember your visit fondly and no doubt recommend Tabard Inn to others.

This downtown neighborhood is home to D.C.’s Capital One Arena, which keeps it as busy at night as it is during the day. Museum fans can visit the National Portrait Gallery, the Newseum (at least until its year-end closing) and the International Spy Museum. Trump International Hotel, located in Penn Quarter, is the first Forbes Five-Star hotel in downtown D.C. The hotel, located at 1100 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., boasts views of Pennsylvania Avenue, the U.S. Capitol building and the National Mall. Located within the hotel is BLT Prime by David Burke, a contemporary steakhouse highlighting seasonal ingredients and local vendors. The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Among Burke’s accomplishments, he was awarded a United States patent for the unique process by which he uses pink Himalayan salt to dry-age his steaks.

GEORGETOWN Melrose Georgetown Hotel is located at 2430 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Georgetown is one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, where visitors can tour historic 18th and 19th century mansions as well as check out the former homes of JFK and Julia Child. There are shops, both well known and local, and numerous art galleries. The Melrose is consistently ranked one of the best hotels in Washington, and the hotel’s restaurant, Jardenea, is described as “imaginative, current and conscientious,” with a focus on sustainability and locally sourced ingredients. Martin’s Tavern, at 1264 Wisconsin Ave., N.W., is the oldest family-owned restaurant in Washington. It was established in 1933 and is “high in hospitality, rich in history.” Brunch at Martin’s Tavern is an every-day event. For sports fans, the Tavern was founded by former Major League Baseball player William Lloyd “Billy” Martin. LOGAN CIRCLE/SHAW This is another of Washington’s oldest areas, and one that has undergone a massive transformation in the last several years. Logan Circle takes its name from a traffic circle, where 19th century townhouses overlook a circular park with a statue of Civil War general John Logan sitting on a horse. Both Shaw, described as “shiny, hip, historic and edgy,” and Logan Circle have joined the ranks of D.C.’s most upcoming neighborhoods. Le Diplomate, located at 1601 14th St., N.W., has become an anchor for D.C.’s 14th Street corridor. Since its opening six years ago, in what had been a laundromat, Le Diplomate has remained a favorite D.C. “destination” restaurant. It is a French brasserie, which regulars describe as “nonstop celebration.” Far from its laundromat heritage, Le Diplomate is charmingly filled with French antiques and curios, a zinc bar, and retro-tiled floor.

SOUTHWEST & THE WHARF For those who haven’t had occasion to visit this part of Washington in the last couple of years, you will be in awe of the transformation. While it has been one of the most historic areas in the city, it was mostly known as home to the nation’s longest continually operating open-air fish market. The Wharf has now become one of the most exciting neighborhoods, with waterfront dining and entertainment, interesting shops, and panoramic views of the Potomac River. The Wharf is within walking distance to the Hirshorn Museum, the U.S. Capitol, the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. One of the most popular restaurants is Mi Vida Restaurante, located at 98 District Square, S.W. It is fun, trendy, glitzy and beautifully designed. There are frequent live performances by Mariachi bands and the restaurant offers an extensive tequila menu. Mi Vida is a multi-leveled space with a 19foot sculpture of a tree, decorated with color-changing flowers. No matter what D.C. neighborhood you visit on your day or two away, you will surely want to come back sooner rather than later - the museums, hotels, dining, and cultural events are truly second to none. ML

Top: The Waterfront is a nice escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Second: Grab a drink at the Melrose Hotel after a day of touring the City. Third: Established in 1933, Martin’s Tavern is a must in DC. Fourth: Sit at one of the celebrity booths at Martin’s Tavern and enjoy their popular seafood pasta.

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SECOND LIFE

FOR OFF-TRACK THOROUGHBREDS By Heidi Baumstark

veryone loves to win. And winners abound at Second Wind Thoroughbred Project (SWTP), a non-profit in Marshall, Virginia that is breathing new life and purpose into off-track Thoroughbreds and to the people who love them. Life-long horsewoman and transplant from Florida, Dayle Eldredge, is the founder and president of SWTP. She is on a mission to rehabilitate, retrain, and resell offtrack Thoroughbreds-basically, to give them

a “second wind.” The idea is simple. When Thoroughbreds are ending their racing career, they have a whole life ahead of them and can begin a fresh start in eventing, fox hunting, or pleasure riding. Since 1985, Eldredge has been taking off-track Thoroughbreds and repurposing them, finding them new homes with caring owners. She’s been doing this mostly out-ofpocket for 35 years; but in 2014, unable to take in more horses on her own, she turned those efforts into creating the non-profit to broaden her vision and increase its scope. El-

dredge leases part of a 130-acre farm in Marshall for her Second Wind organization that accommodates 15 horses. Breeders, owners, trainers, and race-track riders are challenged to find an appropriate placement for horses whose careers at the track have ended. That is how aftercare programs like SWTP are helping. The goal is to make a difference in the needs of Thoroughbreds after life at the track, to promote these horses, educate the community, and increase demand for Thoroughbred ex-racehorses for Life | Page 55

Above: Dayle Eldredge, creator of Second Wind Thoroughbred Project, with Van Lear Black (“Van”), a nine-year-old gelding. Courtesy photo of Second Wind Thoroughbred Project

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Life | From page 54 second careers. This includes finding caring homes appropriate for each horse’s needs, whether that be retirement, pleasure riding, or competition. Second Wind recently earned their distinction as an accredited aftercare program with the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA). “That was a lot of work and tons of paperwork to submit,” Eldredge said. “I work with an eight-member board who are committed to this mission. We are one of only three accredited programs in Virginia; that is a huge credential for us.” Where do the horses come from? “We work with Aftercare Charles Town (ACT), a non-profit in Ranson, West Virginia,” she said. “They’re dedicated to repurposing retired racehorses that are ending their careers at Charles Town Races in Charles Town, West Virginia.” Formed in 2013, ACT has helped place over 200 retired racehorses into new homes. Georgiana Pardo, vice president of ACT, said, “We find organizations we feel comfortable working with. In June, we placed two geldings with Second Wind, and in October, a mare was placed. Dayle then adopts them out and does her due diligence ensuring that wherever the horse is going, it will be a safe, good place.” “The costs of getting retired racehorses into good second homes and careers vary, but can include shipping costs, vet bills, and stipends given by ACT to help organizations like Second Wind to properly restart the horses under saddle.” ACT is funded by fees paid by racehorse owners when their horses raced at Charles Town, and also by private donations. “We don’t take possession or ownership of horses,” Pardo explained. Instead, ACT works with a handful of “placement partner” organizations that accept horses through ACT when they have available space. Each placement partner has been investigated by ACT’s board of directors and has demonstrated provision of proper care and rehabilitation. “We learned that Dayle was interested in becoming a placement partner with us. So, after touring Second Wind, we sent her two retired geldings in June: Cuckoo Charlie and Hillbilly Dancer,” added Pardo added. “They have settled in well under Dayle’s

care. Our board members were impressed by her feeding and caring program, horsemanship skills, and knowledge. Placement partners employ a variety of safeguards that distinguish them from horse-flippers or other for-profit enterprises.” Basically, lifetime horse safety is the priority. In October, a third horse from ACT went to Second Wind. Her name is Denise of Cork, born in 2013, a West Virginia-bred mare that has raced 50 times. In 2020, she will be eligible to compete at the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover in Kentucky. Eldredge added, “That’s been on my bucket list to have a horse from our program at the Makeover.” The Retired Racehorse Project is the creator of the Thoroughbred Makeover, which is the only national gathering of organizations, trainers, and farms that is showcasing the talent of retired racehorses. Each horse has a story. Like a gelding

named Canyon. In October 2018, David Robinson of Pickens, South Carolina, adopted Canyon from Second Wind for his 14-year-old daughter, Caroline. “Dayle posted a video of him on her website and I showed it to Caroline,” said Robinson. “Canyon is so easy going; he doesn’t have a mean bone in his body. He’s being trained for dressage and won in two shows, in July and then in September. Dayle did a lot of work with him; if it wasn’t for Dayle we wouldn’t have found him.” Eldredge said the Robinsons send her weekly photos of Canyon. “David always reassures me and says, ‘Don’t worry—he’ll have a forever home with us.’ Every horse I’ve placed, I know what they’re doing.” Most of the horses are now show horses and some are for pleasure riding. Then, there’s Eldredge’s own story: “When Life | Page 56

Above: Dayle Eldredge of Second Wind Thoroughbred Project with one of her horses at her farm in Marshall. Photo by Michaela Baumstark.

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Life | From page 55 I was 14, I got my first off-track Thoroughbred; his name was Admiral D.D. He was a difficult horse, and no one wanted to ride him. I’d sneak into his stall, feed and groom him. I decided to ride him. When I told my riding instructor, she couldn’t believe it since no one wanted to ride him. At that time, he was $700—a lot of money for me. I had to convince my parents, and my grandparents helped, too. I’ll always remember that horse.” Eldredge has plans for the future. One is a program for veterans through the Wounded Warrior Project® that helps injured veterans and service members recover from physical or mental injury while serving in the military on or after September 11, 2001. “Our program is called Warrior And Horses United (WAHU),” Eldredge said. “Veterans can relate to horses retired from the racetrack; there are similar psychological issues. Veterans and horses help each other. This is in the formative stages, but I want to help these people and their families, and they love the horses.” All this care takes time, resources,

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and people. So, Second Wind is forming a fundraising committee. “Anyone interested in being on the committee, please contact me,” she said. Eldredge’s “wish list” includes donations for their winter hay fund, heavy turn-out blankets, dressage saddle, round pen, funds for emergency vet services, and volunteers to help feed horses, or someone who is computer savvy and can help with the website. “We have costs including a farrier, hay, and a really good feed program from Tri County Feeds in Marshall. We have an account with them;” Eldredge said. “Bill Jackson [of Tri County] is great and their customer service is the best.” SWTP has a Horse Sponsorship Program (HSP), which is a fundraising initiative that helps support Second Wind for those who don’t want to or can’t own a horse; this

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program allows people to sponsor a horse to cover basic care. SWTP receives no public funding and relies totally on charitable, tax-deductible contributions. Pardo added, “These are wonderful horses that might be ending their racing careers when they’re five or six [years old]. They have an entire lifetime ahead of them to become a trusted partner for a variety of equestrian pursuits. Organizations like ACT and SWTP help ensure that transition is a smooth one.” How did Eldredge come up with the name, “Second Wind”? She was at a friend’s house; over wine and conversation, her friend said she should start a non-profit to give these horses a “second wind.” That was it. “Repurposing horses comes natural to me; in general, I love the whole idea,” Eldredge says. “People can place off-track Thoroughbreds in our program, others are looking to adopt a horse. Or others want to sponsor a horse that will remain at Second Wind until adoption.” Sounds like a win-win for everyone. ML

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NAT MORISON THE MAN, THE LEGEND OF WELBOURNE

By Heidi Baumstark

hey say legends die hard. And the legend of one Virginian surely lives on. His name is Nathaniel Holmes Morison, III, patriarch of the family who has made Middleburg their home for centuries. That home is Welbourne, dating to 1775, listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior and registered as a Virginia Historic Landmark. The home itself is a brilliant example of a late 18th-century stone farmhouse that highly evolved into a grand mansion with additions added in 1870. However, the kind of man who lived and died there is what made WelbourneWelbourne. Morison was the son of Holmes and Sally Morison, born in Winchester on May 28, 1936. He passed away on Oct. 10, 2019 at the age of 83 at his beloved Welbourne home, the 520-acre estate that has been in the family since the 1830s, now going on eight generations. Known for his eccentric ways, his daughter, Rebecca Dulany Morison Schaefer, said what really stood out was, “He was a man of integrity, honesty, and a man of his word.” He was also a loving husband for 43 years to his wife, Sherry Weymouth Morison. “Pop was devoted to her,” Schaefer said. “Every summer Sherry went up to New Hampshire and he would be a little lost until she returned. She was an amazing wife, an unwavering caregiver. She has never been a ‘stepmother’ to me. She and I are so close.” Morison was raised in New York City, spent summers in Virginia, and earned an English degree in 1958 from the University of Virginia. He did a full year of law school but soon realized that wasn’t the path for him. “He would say it’s the person with the best lawyer who wins,” Schaefer said. In 1959 at the age of 23, he came back to Welbourne and farmed cattle until the 1970s, then switched to boarding retired horses, creating a sanctuary for them up until his death. Schaefer’s brother, Joshua Morison, is taking over the horse farm operations and Sherry continues to operate the estate as a bed and breakfast. Flipping back pages of the family’s past, Morison was the great, great grandson of another legend: Loudoun native Col. Richard

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Henry Dulany, C.S.A. (1820-1906). During the 1861-1865 Civil War, he survived several wounds and served until the war’s end rising to the rank of colonel of the 7th Virginia Cavalry. Civil War-era visitors included Confederates Jeb Stuart and John Mosby. It was John Peyton Dulany—father of Col. Richard Henry Dulany—who bought the Welbourne property in 1833 and named it after his wife, Mary Anne DeButts, who was born at “Welbourn Hall” in Lincolnshire, England. “And that’s where the naming of Welbourne in Virginia began,” Schaefer explained. Twenty-one years before the war, in 1840, Dulany founded the Piedmont Hunt (now known as Piedmont Fox Hounds), which is the nation’s oldest fox hunting group. He also founded the Upperville Colt and Horse Show—America’s oldest horse show—first held in June 1853. Following in the colonel’s steps, Morison’s profession revolved around horses. Morison had several passions. He was a New York Mets fan, enjoyed a good game of stickball, valued historic preservation, and was a lover of jazz that took him often to visits to New Orleans, known as the birthplace of jazz. And his funeral on Oct. 25 was a clear reflection of the jazz he treasured, complete with a marching jazz band, plus a bagpiper playing traditional Irish melodies on Welbourne’s familiar front porch. And hundreds came. About 500 family, friends, and musician comrades from all

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points of the nation—New York City, New Orleans, Vermont, California—gathered to pay tribute to this legend they loved. “Pop actually wrote his own funeral program about 10 years ago; he knew exactly how he wanted it to be, including readings and songs played by a New Orleans jazz band,” Schaefer said. Prayers and psalms were read by his brother-in-law, Rev. Richard Weymouth and family friend Right Reverend Martin Townsend. “It was a true reflection of him,” said Schaefer. “It was so moving and incredible.” Family friends stepped in and did things out of love; one hand-dug his grave, another built his pine casket. “Pop wanted a horse-drawn open wagon with his pine casket, which was built by family friend, Josh Winder.” The casket was drawn by a Cleveland Bay horse, Col. Dulany’s favorite. Pall bearers were Morison’s two sons, Ames Morison and Joshua Morison, and four nephews, Beal Jacobs, Holmes Jacobs, South Morison, and Dulany Morison. After the service, family members and some guests drove along the dirt road to the stone-walled family cemetery where Col. Dulany is also buried. After the casket lowered, the band played a lively version of Over in the Glory Land. Afterwards, “We came back here and had a celebration with Manhattans made with Pop’s favorite bourbon: Virginia Gentleman,” Schaefer added. “The thought was after the burial, it’s time to celebrate. It’s the New Orleans way.” Other tidbits about Welbourne include the 1930s when American authors F. Scott Fitzgerald and Thomas Wolfe stayed there and published stories using the house as a setting. It was also in the 1930s when Morison’s grandparents opened Welbourne as a bed and breakfast, taking in paying guests by “introduction only.” Then, there was the Goose Creek Jass and Ragtime Society’s annual Stomp and Cakewalk celebrations that became tradition since Morison formed the Society in 1974. It was a big part of Morison’s father’s (Nathaniel Holmes Morison, Jr.) life, who introduced jazz to his son. In 2001, the movie “Crazy Like a Fox” was filmed at Welbourne. Richard Squires rented a cottage on the farm, wrote the screenplay, and directed the film. “He wrote it because he Morison | Page 59

Morison | From page 58 thought my father was such an eccentric person,” Schaefer said. An advocate of historic preservation and tradition, Schaefer said her father instilled an appreciation for history, heritage, and a love of Virginia. Jennifer Worcester Moore, president of Mosby Heritage Area Association (MHAA), met Morison on several occasions. “He was a huge MHAA supporter, and his nephew, Dulany Morison, is chairman of our board. When I knew I was going to work at MHAA in 2012, I wanted to experience an authentic culture of this community, so I stayed at Welbourne for a night. “Nat held forth by his fire, and it was clear as we talked, that he viewed his family home as a sort of public sphere—open for Mosby Heritage Area to use for adult history programs, tour stops, horseback rides, and school programs. He wanted to share his home so history could be accessible.” Dulany Morison said of his Uncle Nat, “He was the patriarch of our family, the backbone of our traditions. We were very close; he was like a second father to me. The loss has been difficult to process, but I take solace in

knowing that he lived his life to the fullest, on his own terms to the end.” “Nat cared deeply about PFH and served on our board,” said Tad Zimmerman, Joint Master of Piedmont Fox Hounds (PFH). “He was a generous steward of the land, but he never fox hunted.” He also opened Welbourne for regular hunt breakfasts. Then there were other people with whom he shared Welbourne with, including Tobin McGregor and his wife, France Bognon, who lived in the cottage in front of Welbourne. “The cottage was originally the greenhouse when Nat’s grandparents were there,” McGregor said. “At the time in 2005, I was living in D.C. and was playing polo out here several days a week. I had heard about Welbourne; it’s an institution around here. Living there changed my life.” “Living at Welbourne was my first experience in the south,” Bognon said. “I remember in 2007 there was a Civil War reenactment on the front lawn. Welbourne is a unique breed; people who go there love it for what it is. Nat’s presence is what made Welbourne.” As a bed and breakfast, Welbourne is known more from word-of-mouth, making

it even more special. “It’s real. The beauty of the house, the people who were there,” McGregor said. “Then there were stickball games every Sunday night. It’s what you play in New York City. At “mandatory cocktail time,” men wore coat and tie and there was never foul language in the house; true Virginia gentlemen. To keep the memory of this place alive, McGregor commissioned a painter to paint Welbourne, including the cottage in front. Morison said of his late uncle, “It’s still hard for our family to picture life at Welbourne without him, but we will continue following his lead by celebrating the pleasures of life and upholding the traditions that have sustained our family.” Schaefer added, “How is it that he had hundreds of people at his funeral? He was a self-proclaimed cranky, cantankerous curmudgeon. But he was charming and adored by many. That’s the making of a legend. More information about Welbourne, located at 22314 Welbourne Farm Lane, can be found at www.welbourneinn.com or 540-687-3201. ML

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MORROW 1944-2019

an Morrow, journalist, news executive and non-fiction author and co-founder of and columnist for the monthly Middleburg Eccentric, left a hole in the hearts of the community when he died in October. Since his death on Oct. 26 at Winchester Medical Center, tributes have poured into the Middleburg community from friends and colleagues of the late Morrow, publisher of the Middleburg Eccentric. Morrow was a true journalist who respected those he reported about and loved the community he served. Gregarious in nature, with wide-ranging interests—from conservation, fishing, kayaking and hiking to history, philosophy and religion—there seemed no end to Morrow’s involvement with the world—and people— around him. He attended the University of Virginia, graduating with a master’s degree in Modern European History. Later, he worked on PhD course work in European History at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Years later, he was on the School of Information and Library Sciences Board of Visitors which serve as trusted advisors on educational, research and service programs at the University of North Carolina. A fluent writer, his prose was never dull— leading some to smart from his pointed remarks. The former Washington Post market research director was a busy man who is remembered for his spirit, his passion and for his work. The founder of the Jamestown Exploration Company served on the board of directors for many local organizations, including the Windy Hill Foundation and Mosby Heritage Area Association. In 2013, he published the non-fiction historical crime thriller, Murder in Lexington: VMI, Honor and Justice in Antebellum Virginia, about a love triangle and murder in pre-Civil War Virginia. By serializing the book in monthly installments in the Eccentric, he shared the journey of writing

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with his fans. He was a newspaperman of long standing, including at the Washington Post, Whitney Communications Newspaper Division, Maryland, the Village Companies in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He was also the founding executive director and chief historian for the Computerworld Smithsonian Awards and Computerworld Honors programs. Morrow closed a distinguished career when he became publisher of the Middleburg Eccentric, a publication started by Dee Dee Hubbard and her son, Jay Hubbard. Over the last 16 years, the partnership grew into a strong friendship. “Dan had an amazing way of cutting through the chaff by asking a pointed question to get to the truth of a matter. Always a gentleman, a scholar and ready for a good debate,” said Eccentric Editor Chief Dee Dee Hubbard, who looked for someone to strengthen the editorial team when she began. She added Morrow was a perfect fit with the direction they wanted to take the paper. Each month, Morrow wrote the Middleburg Town Council Report, providing input and insight to the editorial section of the paper. He cut a larger-than-life figure in the community, often penning editorial commentary on political and civic topics with one eye on history and the other on the plight of the common citizen.

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Former Middleburg Mayor Betsy Davis remembered Morrow’s care for the town and the community. She once teased him he should be an investigative reporter. “He could be quite blunt and ferocious—but his bark was always worse than his bite,” said Davis. Middleburg Mayor Trowbridge “Bridge” Littleton recalled Morrow’s great human touch and called him his “mentor,” recalling the hours the two men spent in conversation—on subjects ranging from world history to philosophy to biology. “He challenged me to think on deeper levels and to see different perspectives,” said Littleton. Longtime friend, preservationist and Civil War historian, Childs Burden shared many interests with Morrow. Currently chairman emeritus of the Mosby Heritage Area Association, on whose board Morrow served, the two men indulged their common passion for history. “Dan always understood the value of community interest,” Burden said, noting they shared similar values on conservation and history. Fellow journalist, Loudoun Now Publisher and Editor Norman K. Styer, recalled he was fortunate to have been at the table “when Dan, Glenda and Dee Dee were first discussing the launch of the Middleburg Eccentric.” Many years later, the Morrows were around the table when the decision was made to launch Loudoun Now, and were among the day-one investors in that effort. Through those decades, “Dan’s passion for journalism—and dedication to the pursuit of justice—was always a source of inspiration. He understood the role the press plays as community stewards and government watchdogs and held us all to his high standards,” said Styer. Morrow was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Elizabeth Morrow and Daniel Carter Monroe, his wife, Glenda Sharon Morrow, and stepson, Alex Cudaback. He is survived by his sister, Mary Carter Burnette, his daughter-in-law, Maggie Cudaback and his grandson, Finn. ML

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Dana Lee Thompson, Dressed in Yellow

Kevin H. Adams Anthony Barham Brittany Beiersdorf Ross Taylor Boyd Misia Broadhead Lauren Bruce Wodicka Mike Budzisz Tiffany Budzisz Armand Cabrera

Debbie Cadenas Teresa Duke Leanne Fink Gail Guirreri-Maslyk Jillian Holland Bonnie Hoover Laura Hopkins Cody Leeser Margaret MacMahon Carroll

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Deborah Morrow Marci Nadler Lee Newman Jill E. Poyerd Katherine Riedel Dana Lee Thompson Antonia Walker David Williams Jessica Wilson

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GRAND CHANUKAH CELEBRATION PLANNED AT ONE LOUDOUN

By Michelle Baker

ne Loudoun and the Chabad Jewish Center of Loudoun join together in a grand Chanukah celebration with the lighting of the giant “Menorah of Freedom” on Sunday, Dec. 22. Chanukah is the Jewish eight-day wintertime celebration also known as the Festival of Lights or Hanukkah. The holiday is celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and delicious foods. For many in Virginia’s third-most populous county, the Festival of Lights brings back fond memories of childhood years and serves to renew a sense of identity. “The lights are meant to provide people with warmth, joy, strength and inspiration. Such is the purpose of a community-wide celebration to be held at the One Loudoun town center this Chanukah,” said Rabbi Chaim Cohen, director of the Chabad Jewish Center of Loudoun. “One Loudoun joins the Chabad Jewish Center of Loudoun County

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in inviting the entire community to celebrate the Festival of Lights at a public menorah kindling ceremony.” The grand Chanukah celebration will take place on Sunday, Dec. 22. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the celebration begins at 5 p.m. at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in One Loudoun, located at 20575 Easthampton Plaza, Ashburn. Public dignitaries have been invited to assist in kindling the giant “Menorah of Freedom” at One Loudoun. Following the kindling, the program will feature Chanukah gifts and treats, balloons, face painting, and live music. “It is a holiday that enriches our lives with the light of tradition” said Cohen, who along with his wife, Yehudis, established Chabad of Loudoun County in the summer of 2018, with a goal to create a vibrant Jewish community center where all Jews felt welcomed. “In ancient times, our ancestors rededicated the Temple in Jerusalem with the menorah. Today, we rededicate ourselves to making this world a better and brighter place.” The

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rabbi added that Chanukah also propagates the universal message that ultimately good will prevail over evil, freedom over oppression and light over darkness. In September 2019, The Village Shul was established. The next phase for Chabad will be buying land to establish a Jewish community center that can cater to all of the community’s needs. The goal is to build sports fields, an aquatic center, day camp facility, and a mikvah. In its Chanukah outreach campaign, Chabad of Loudoun County joins thousands of Chabad centers across the globe that are staging similar public displays of the menorah and its symbolic lights, Cohen said. From Australia to Africa, Columbia to Hong Kong, New York City’s ground zero to the White House lawn, hundreds of thousands will experience the joy of Chanukah with Chabad, he said. For more information, contact Chabad of Loudoun County at 571-310-3131. ML

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Merry Christmas!

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FOOD & DRINKS A RECEPTION OF HOLIDAY SELECTIONS FROM LOCKE STORE DEC. 7 | 4 P.M. lockestore.com/upcoming-events Lift your spirits with a Holiday Open House + Reception in the cozy Buttery at Locke Store. Tickets available online. COOKIES WITH SANTA DEC. 14 | 10 A.M. – 12 P.M. visitlongbranch.org Carry the kids to visit Santa and enjoy decorating a cookie to take home. Tickets are $5 per person at the door and kids 10 and under are free. Held at Long Branch Historic House & Farm. FOOD + WINE PAIRING TASTING AT BOXWOOD ESTATE WINERY DEC. 14 | 4:30-5:30 P.M. boxwoodwinery.com This special tasting will consist of five wines, perfectly paired with a seasonal amusebouche, and set at a table fit for the royalty of Winterfell. Tickets are $35 and available online. SANTA LANDS AT GENTLE HARVEST FOR COOKIES DEC. 14 | 10 A.M. – 1 P.M. gentleharvest.com CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER AT GIRASOLE DEC. 24 | 4 – 9:30 P.M. | girasoleva.com Featuring the dinner menu with festive chef specials. NEW YEAR’S EVE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL CLASS AT SALAMANDER DEC. 31 | 2-4 P.M. salamanderresort.com Join friends for this special New Year’s Eve Class! $86 per person. Reservations required; please call 540-326-4070.

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shakespeareoperatheatre.com The Shakespeare Opera Theatre presents the opera Amahl and the Night Visitors, at Grace Episcopal Church in The Plains this month. Tickets are $35-$55. CELTIC CHRISTMAS SONGS & MUSIC AT EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH PARISH HOUSE DEC. 15 | 3-5 P.M. Vibrant music and song with Celtic heart to herald the season. To reserve a seat, call 540687-6297. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments served. TWO PIANO CONCERT: LESSONS AND CAROLS AT TRINITY EPISCOPAL DEC. 18 | 7 P.M. The annual Trinity Episcopal Christmas Service will feature an exciting and fresh approach to Lessons and Carols this year by offering a two-piano concert featuring the exciting classical duo, Paul & Sophia. This concert is free admission. LEADING THE FIELD: ELLEN EMMET RAND AT THE NSLM DEC. 1 – MARCH 22, 2020 The NSLM exhibition Leading the Field: Ellen Emmet Rand includes paintings from Rand’s 1936 show to bring to life the stories, personalities, and relationships behind these works.

ENTERTAINMENT “NUTCRACKER” A NATIONAL GARDEN CLUB STANDARD FLOWER SHOW DEC. 5 | 2 – 5 P.M. Held at Emmanuel Episcopal Church Parish Hall, this event hosted by The Middleburg Garden Club is free and open to the public. The Christmas Bazaar features holiday gifts, greens, and wreaths. The two-day event continues from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Dec. 6. Contact Melanie Blunt at melanieblunt315@gmail. com or Lauren Vogan at laurenvogan@aol. com. A TALLY-HO! CHRISTMAS GALA DEC. 7 | 6-9 P.M. visitlongbranch.org Begin your holiday celebrations with the annual gala at Long Branch. The festive cocktail reception features wonderful food, fun, a silent auction and music. Tickets are $100 per

person and must be purchased in advance. FAITH AND FAMILY FOUNDATION/ WHEATLAND FARM ANNUAL GALA DINNER DEC. 7 | 5:30 P.M. Event organizers announced equestrian stars and guest speakers will be Boyd and Silva Martin at Salamander Resort & Spa. To learn more about Wheatland Farm’s annual gala dinner and to register for the event, contact Wheatland Farm: Office: 703-574-0511. Cell: 703-350-3020. SANTA BRUNCH AT SALAMANDER RESORT & SPA DEC. 7 | 10 A.M. – 3 P.M. salamanderresort.com Salamander’s Santa Brunches are back each Saturday this month. $68 per adult, $38 per child. Reservations required; call 540-326-4070. LIVE ANIMAL CHRISTMAS PAGEANT AT FOXCROFT SCHOOL DEC. 8 | 2-3 P.M. | foxcroft.org “A CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR” AT MIDDLEBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH DEC. 14 | 4 P.M. middleburgunitedmethodistchurch.org CHAMPAGNE & CAVIAR WINTER FEAST AT MARKET SALAMANDER DEC. 14 | 6 P.M. salamanderresort.com/dine/marketsalamander Join Executive Chef Jason Deaver, Jack Nargil from Petrossian, and Lisa Kinney from Moet Chandon as we celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with a delicious event. $110 per person. Reservations required, please call 540.687.9720. HOLIDAY BALL AT MIDDLEBURG COMMUNITY CENTER DEC. 14 | 6:30-11:30 P.M. middleburgcommunitycenter.com A PLACE TO BE’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY RECITAL AT SALAMANDER RESORT DEC. 15 | 3-4:30 P.M.

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GONE AWAY FARM

Zulla Road, The Plains ~ Luxurious home on 83 acres with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Tastefully renovated to provide space for gracious entertaining and comfortable family living. 4 BR / 7 BA, Gourmet kitchen, large covered stone terrace and Pool. Guest house. 3 BR tenant house. Stabling for 8 horses. Located on a paved road with a paved driveway. 3 car garage. Security gates. In Orange County Hunt territory. $3,500,000

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Jeffersonton ~ Unique 4 BR country house with pool and outbuildings. 1.5 miles of Rappahannock river frontage. Open, rolling fields. Investment, horse farm, brewery, B&B, farming or winery potential. All around views, flowering gardens, privacy & peace. 15 min to Warrenton. $1,991,000 on 239+acres or $1,443,000 on 142 acres

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Marshall ~ A traditional country home on the outside with a sophisticated, contemporary design within. 3-4 BRs, 2.5 BAs w/open Kitchen, Dining Room with original stone fireplace, Living Room with built-ins, bay window and fireplace. Separate Office/Den or 1st Floor Bedroom. New roof, new windows & 4 sets of French doors. Flooring includes blue slate, Carrera marble & hardwoods. Large open flagstone terrace. Extensive landscaping. $1,075,000

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Marshall ~ Renovated house on 5+ wooded acres surrounded by protected land. Contemporary design with an open floor plan. 4 BR/3 BA, new Kitchen, formal Dining w/fireplace, Living Room w/fireplace, exposed beams and brick. Master Suite has lux Bath, private terrace & unique glassed-in storage room. New roof, bathrooms, hardwood & ceramic tile floors, extensive landscaping. Open deck along entire back of the house. Easy commuter location just minutes to Marshall and I-66. $799,000

Paris ~ Circa 1770, Lovely Stone and Stucco Farm house sits at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 20+ acres surrounded by Protected Lands, Spectacular protected views of Paris valley, Meticulous exterior renovations include Re-Pointed Stonework, Metal Roof, 2 Large additions, Covered Porch, Basement, Buried Electric, well and Septic, Fully Fenced, Mature Trees, Boxwoods, $997,000 Ready for all your interior finishes.

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MADISON & FEDERAL

Middleburg ~ Excellent commercial investment opportunity in downtown Middleburg. One commercial building which appears like two that are adjoined on the corner of Madison and Federal Streets. Offers 4 separate entrances. Mixed Use includes retail & office spaces. Includes 7 parking spaces off Federal Street. Established business in one building. Seller desires to rent back. Priced well below appraised value. Zoned C-2. $785,000

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19 S. MADISON

Middleburg ~ Available for the first time in decades, the Thos. Hays & Son Jewelers space is coming for rent. Corner location at the cross streets on Madison and Federal in downtown historic Middleburg. This street has seen a renaissance of sorts! Lots of new shops and restaurants. Available January 15th, 2020. $1,700 mo

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COTTAGE IN THE WOODS

The Plains ~ Rare opportunity to live on a working farm located between Middleburg and The Plains. Small, rustic cottage for rent in a wooded area. Living room with wood burning stove, Kitchen, two bedrooms, one bath, hardwood floors, covered working porch, standing seam metal roof. Very quiet and private. Perfect Hunt Box or weekend retreat. One year minimum. $1,300 mo + utilities

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