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Welcome.
It is my heartfelt pleasure to welcome all of you to the Salamander family of luxury hotels and resorts. From the moment you arrive, our mission is simple: to provide you with unrivaled personalized service, impeccable amenities, and a truly unforgettable stay.
As you’ll see, our portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury properties are the true embodiment of their surroundings, defined by a dazzling array of enriching activities to see, do, and experience. And I encourage you to spend time exploring everything that our destinations have to offer.
Whether it’s an afternoon teeing it up at a Signature golf course, soaking in the sun at the Caribbean’s most iconic resort, taking a tour of Charleston’s historic sites, or trail riding through Virginia’s famed horse and wine country—at Salamander Collection, you’ll find there’s always something inspiring waiting for you to discover.
Enjoy your stay with us—and the memories to come.
Sheila C. Johnson CEO & Founder, Salamander Collection
June Activities Calendar
DAILY
DAILY
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Coffee
Deck
Resort
Guided Hike* 3:00
Family
Family
June Activities
Father’s Day Activities
Fishing Tournament
June 15 | 8:00 AM | Complimentary | Fishing Pond
Dad will not be able to over-exaggerate the size of the fish he caught when you test his fishing skills in this Father’s Day competition. Prizes awarded for Biggest Fish, Smallest Fish and Most Fish Caught!
Family Archery Competition
June 15 | 1:00 PM | 40.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Perfect for Dad’s day. Test your archery skills against his in this family-friendly competition. Competition includes quickest shot, most balloons popped and a variety of other skillful games. Teams of 2–4.
Cornhole Tournament
June 15 | 1:00 PM | 40.00 per guest | Fitness Center
This lawn game classic is great for adding a little competition within your group! Teams of 1–2 players will compete against other teams in tournament fashion to see who will become the champion.
Moonlight Zipline Tours
June 14-15 | 7:30 PM | 159.00 per guest
Empower Adventures
Guided by expert guides and located on the property, enjoy a thrilling zip line tour through the treetops illuminated by the stars and the moon. You won’t forget this amazing summer night experience.
Seasonal Adventures
Children’s Story Time
June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 | 12:30 PM
Complimentary | Fitness Center
Once upon a time at Salamander … Enjoy some of your favorite books!
Swim Lessons
June 3–5, 10–12, 17–19, 24–26 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM 35.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Make a splash in our indoor pool for a 30-minute swim lesson or water safety instruction with Coach Ann. Reservations required. Private Instruction is available upon request.
Guided Mountain Bike Ride
June 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4:00 PM | 35.00 per guest Fitness Center
Hit the trails for a 45-minute guided mountain bike ride.
Foraging Hike
June 8 & 22 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 75.00 per guest
Fitness Center
Learn from the experts at Ashby Gap Adventures how to forage for wild ingredients that form the basis of our regional cuisine in the Virginia landscape. Part classroom, part handson field experience; learn the proper foraging techniques and different recipes to create with your findings. Sample oils, vinegars, sauces, ferments, and spices. Take home your bounty and use what you learned to create delicious recipes at home. Ages 8+
International Yoga Day Flow
June 21 | 5:00 PM | 40.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Join us for a special 90-minute all-levels yoga flow to celebrate International Yoga Day.
Trivia at Gold Cup
June 19 | 7:00 PM | Complimentary | Gold Cup Wine Bar
Gather your friends to eat, drink, and tease your brain for a chance to win a prize!
Survival Skills Experience
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 9:30 AM | 119.00 per guest
Empower Adventures
Located on property and guided by the experts at Empower Adventures, learn the basics of survival as you traverse the backwoods using compass navigation. This hands-on class is fun for the whole family and will teach the basics of water filtration, shelter building, and trapping.
Introduction to Rappelling
Available Upon Request | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
119.00 per guest | Empower Adventures
Located on the resort property and alongside the professionals from Empower Adventures, master the craft of rappelling. This experience includes two familiarization rappels from 35 feet. Once you are feeling confident, your guides will take you up on the zip line course, where you will zip-line down Zip Line 1, traverse a suspension bridge 50 feet in the air, and make your way to a treetop platform where you will conduct your third rappel. Zip line requirements apply.
Culinary Experiences
COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 50.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Ultimate Roasted Chicken
June 1
Create a quintessential and traditional American meal with a beautiful and organic Sasso chicken utilizing the freshest Virginia Wine Country ingredients such as wild mushrooms, thumbelina carrots and cipollini onions.
Father’s Day BBQ
June 15
Learn firsthand how to smoke and properly eat Southern BBQ foods like beef brisket with house-made BBQ sauce, whole chicken with Alabama white BBQ sauce, collard greens, and house-made mac and cheese. Take home recipes as a takeaway gift.
Ultimate Summer Burgers
June 22
Learn about going above and beyond newer and more modern burger styles featuring Randall Lineback Beef and exploring some of its history!
All About Ceviche
June 29
Learn the recipes and preparation used to create one of the most famous dishes in Latin America. At the conclusion of the class each guest will enjoy their own plated meal paired with a Complimentary beverage and the recipes as a take-home gift.
Mixology Classes
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | 35.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Join us in the Cooking Studio with one of our beverage partners for a fun evening of education and experimentation. You will learn everything from the origins of certain spirits to crafting signature cocktails, as well as tips, tricks, and tools of the trade to be used at home. At the end of the class, you will receive a takeaway gift to take your at-home cocktails to the next level.
June 7 | Cocktails to Kick Off the Summer
June 21 | Martini Class
Salamander Uncorked
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | 50.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Join us once a month as our sommelier walks us through the wines of the world. This casual and interactive wine tasting event will help you hone your wine knowledge and diversify your palate. Pairings will include five wines and petite appetizers, plus education on the wines and the region. At the end of the tasting experience, guests will have the opportunity to purchase their favorite bottles to take home at a 10% discount.
Dine in Harrimans following your Uncorked tasting and receive 20% off your bill.
June 13 | Loire Valley, France
June 27 | Rhône Valley, France
Winery of the Month Tastings
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Complimentary | Living Room Experience local vintages at our Sunday wine tastings.
July Activities Calendar
DAILY
DAILY
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* = Complimentary Daily Offerings
Elf
Coffee & Tea* 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM Billiards Room
Deck
Resort Walk* 8:30 AM Fitness Center
Guided Hike* 3:00 PM Fitness Center
Family Activites* 4:00 PM Fitness Center
Family Scavenger Hunt at the Stables* 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Equestrian Center
Family Scavenger Hunt at the Stables*
July Activities
July 4th Activities
BINGO
July 1 | 1:00 PM | Complimentary | Bluemont Room
Join us for some good old-fashioned family fun! Grab the family and compete in a friendly game of the traditional hall-style BINGO for a chance to win some fabulous prizes.
History Walk
July 2 | 10:00 AM | Complimentary | Fitness Center
The best way to explore the quaint village of Middleburg. Learn from an expert guide the history of America’s oldest continually operating Inn, the history of Salamander, the history of foxhunting, the Civil War and much more.
Capture the Flag
July 3 | 1:00 PM | Complimentary | Grand Lawn
Enjoy this competitive traditional team building sport where two or more teams each have a flag and the objective is to capture the other team’s flag—located at the team’s “base”—and bring it safely back to their own base.
Pirates & Princesses Family Dance Party
July 3 | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM | 75.00 per one parent and one child, 35.00 per each additional family member Middleburg Lawn
Calling all pirates and princesses! This special family dance party is one you won’t want to miss. Dance to your favorite tunes by a DJ and have fun with a special family photo station, temporary tattoos, create your own pirate bandanas and princess crowns, exciting games and more! Children 2 and under are free.
Scenic Cinema: Wish
July 3 | 8:30 PM | Complimentary | Grand Lawn
Enjoy a night at our outdoor cinema under the stars watching a movie on our large inflatable screen.
Family Scavenger Hunt
July 4 | 10:00 AM | 30.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Compete with your family as a team to score as many points as possible through a special Salamander Scavenger Hunt app. You will have two hours to answer questions located throughout the resort and in the town of Middleburg. Prizes awarded to the team with the most points at the end! One smartphone is required per team; teams can be 2–8 people.
Independence Day Water Party
July 4 | 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Complimentary
Equestrian Center Lawn
Take part in an epic water balloon battle and enjoy other fun water activities to beat the summer heat.
Paint Your Own Patriotic Magnet
July 4 | 2:00 PM | Complimentary | Fitness Center
Create your very own keepsake magnet in red, white, and blue.
Independence Day BBQ & Celebration
July 4 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Middleburg Terrace
165.00 per adult, 99.00 per young adult, 60.00 per child
Celebrate Independence Day with the ultimate celebration! Listen to live music, play fun lawn games and enjoy our All-American Buffet, featuring local ground beef burgers, cut-to-enjoy watermelon station, and much more before settling in to watch the epic Middleburg firework display.
July 4th VIP Reception
July 4 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Culinary Garden
265.00 per guest
Join us under the bistro lights of the Culinary Garden for a patriotic soiree to celebrate Independence Day. Enjoy lively chef-attended culinary stations and endless libations, then watch Middleburg firework display transforms the night sky. 21+ only.
Seasonal Adventures
Swim Lessons
July 1–3, 8–10, 15–17, 22–24, 29–31 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
35.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Make a splash in our indoor pool for a 30-minute swim lesson or water safety instruction with Coach Ann. Reservations required. Private instruction is available upon request.
Children’s Story Time
July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 | 12:30 PM
Complimentary | Fitness Center
Once upon a time at Salamander … Enjoy some of your favorite books!
Guided Mountain Bike Ride
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | 4:00 PM | 35.00 per guest
Fitness Center
Hit the trails for a 45-minute guided mountain bike ride.
Foraging Hike
July 13 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 75.00 per guest
Fitness Center
Learn from the experts at Ashby Gap Adventures how to forage for wild ingredients that form the basis of our regional cuisine in the Virginia landscape. Part classroom, part hands-on field experience; learn the proper foraging techniques and different recipes to create with your findings. Sample oils, vinegars, sauces, ferments, and spices. Take home your bounty, and use what you learned to create delicious recipes at home. Ages 8+
Cornhole Tournament
July 21 | 4:00 PM | Complimentary | Grand Lawn
This lawn game classic is great for adding a little competition within your group! Teams of 1–2 players will compete against other teams in tournament fashion to see who will become the champion.
Trivia at Gold Cup
July 17 | 7:00 PM | Complimentary | Gold Cup Wine Bar
Gather your friends to eat, drink, and tease your brain for a chance to win a prize!
Moonlight Zipline Tours
July 5–6, 12–3, 19–20, 26–27 | 7:00 PM | 159.00 per guest
Empower Adventures
Guided by expert guides and located on the property, enjoy a thrilling zip line tour through the treetops illuminated by the stars and the moon. You won’t forget this amazing summer night experience.
Survival Skills Experience
July 3, 4, 6, 13, 20, 27 | 9:30 AM | 119.00 per guest
Empower Adventures
Located on property and guided by the experts at Empower Adventures, learn the basics of survival as you traverse the backwoods using compass navigation. This hands-on class is fun for the whole family and will teach the basics of water filtration, shelter building, and trapping.
Introduction to Rappelling
Available Upon Request | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM 119.00 per guest | Empower Adventures
Located on the resort property and alongside the professionals from Empower Adventures, master the craft of rappelling. This experience includes two familiarization rappels from 35 feet. Once you are feeling confident, your guides will take you up on the zip line course, where you will zip-line down Zip Line 1, traverse a suspension bridge 50 feet in the air, and make your way to a treetop platform where you will conduct your third rappel. Zip line requirements apply.
Cooking Demonstrations
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 50.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Ultimate Mac & Cheese
July 13
Join us in how to create a Mac & Cheese Bar with delectable toppings and delicious variations, plus a refreshing local green salad to go with it. This class includes a complimentary drink and recipe cards as a take-home gift.
International Cake Day
July 20
Learn how to bake, assemble, and frost the perfect cake with Pastry Chef Mollie Turner. We will share our favorite Salamander cake recipes, as well as fun fillings to make any cake festive. You will receive take home recipes and a sweet treat.
Chicken Wings
July 27
Learn how to make the ultimate chicken wing platter with chicken wing Chef Master Jack Bunk. At this demonstration you will be able to enjoy a variety of flavors and wing sauces as well as “Chef Tips” on how to get your wing game up.
Mixology Classes
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | 35.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Join us in the Cooking Studio with one of our beverage partners for a fun evening of education and experimentation. You will learn everything from the origins of certain spirits to crafting signature cocktails, tips, tricks, and tools of the trade to be used at home. At the end of the class, you will receive a takeaway gift to take your at-home cocktails to the next level.
July 12 | Gin Cocktails
July 26 | Tequila Cocktails
Salamander Uncorked
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | 50.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Join us once a month as our sommelier walks us through the wines of the world. This casual and interactive wine tasting event will help you hone your wine knowledge and diversify your palate. Pairings will include five wines and petite appetizers, plus education on the wines and the region. At the end of the tasting experience, guests will have the opportunity to purchase their favorite bottles to take home at a 10% discount.
Dine in Harrimans following your Uncorked tasting and save 20% on your final bill.
July 11 | American Whites and Reds July 25 | BBQ Pairings
Winery of the Month Tastings
July 7, 14, 21, 28 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Complimentary | Living Room Experience local vintages at our Sunday wine tastings.
August Activities Calendar
Guided
Family
Family Scavenger
August Activities
Seasonal Adventures
Children’s Story Time
August 1, 6, 8, 13, 20, 22, 27, 29 | 12:30 PM
Complimentary | Fitness Center
Once upon a time at Salamander … Enjoy some of your favorite books!
Swim Lessons
August 5–7, 12–14, 29–21, 26–28 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM 35.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Make a splash in our indoor pool for a 30-minute swim lesson or water safety instruction with Coach Ann. Reservations required. Private Instruction is available upon request.
Guided Mountain Bike Ride
August 7, 14, 21, 28 | 4:00 PM | 35.00 per guest Fitness Center
Hit the trails for a 45-minute guided mountain bike ride.
Foraging Hike
August 24 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 75.00 per guest Fitness Center
Learn from the experts at Ashby Gap Adventures how to forage for wild edibles that form the basis of our regional cuisine in the Virginia landscape. Part classroom, part hands-on field experience; learn the proper foraging techniques and different recipes to create with your findings. Sample oils, vinegars, sauces, ferments, and spices. Take home your bounty, and use what you learned to create delicious recipes at home. Ages 8+
Trivia at Gold Cup
August 21 | 7:00 PM | Complimentary | Gold Cup
Gather your friends to eat, drink, and tease your brain for a chance to win a prize!
Cornhole Tournament
August 20 | 4:00 PM | Complimentary | Grand Lawn
This lawn game classic is great for adding a little competition within your group! Teams of 1–2 players will compete against other teams in tournament fashion to see who will become the champion.
Scenic Cinema: Kung Fu Panda 4
August 31 | 8:00 PM | Complimentary | Grand Lawn
Enjoy a night at our outdoor cinema under the stars watching a movie on our large inflatable screen. We will be playing Kung Fu Panda 4
Moonlight Zip Tours
August 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 23–24, 30–31 | 7:00 PM
159.00 per guest | Empower Adventures
Guided by expert guides and located on the property, enjoy a thrilling zip line tour through the treetops illuminated by the stars and the moon. You won’t forget this amazing summer night experience.
Survival Skills Experience
August 4, 11, 18, 25 | 9:30 AM | 119.00 per guest
Empower Adventures
Located on property and guided by the experts at Empower Adventures, learn the basics of survival as you traverse the backwoods using compass navigation. This hands-on class is fun for the whole family and will teach the basics of water filtration, shelter building, and trapping.
Introduction to Rappelling
Available Upon Request | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
119.00 per guest | Empower Adventures
Located on the resort property and alongside the professionals from Empower Adventures, master the craft of rappelling. This experience includes two familiarization rappels from 35 feet. Once you are feeling confident, your guides will take you up on the zip line course, where you will zip-line down Zip Line 1, traverse a suspension bridge 50 feet in the air, and make your way to a treetop platform where you will conduct your third rappel. Zip line requirements apply.
Culinary Experiences
COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 50.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Sweet as Salamander Honey
August 3
The Salamander Middleburg bees have been working hard this year! Tour the resort’s honeybee hives with Executive Pastry Chef Mollie Turner, then head back to the studio to learn how to use nature’s sweet nectar to create our plated “Lemon and Honey” dessert. This class includes a completed plated dessert to enjoy, take-home recipes, and a jar of our Salamander Middleburg honey.
Island Creek Oysters
August 10
Join Executive Sous Chef Jose Linares on a journey to discover what is your favorite oyster. In this class we will taste 4–7 different types of oysters from Island Creek Oysters, and we will discuss texture, consistency, salinity, and flavor profile for each one. This class will include a complimentary glass of prosecco and a small bottle of our house-made mignonette.
BlueFin Tuna
August 24
Join Chef Cesar as he prepares the highest quality tuna into a beautiful and refreshing tartare. A little bit of Asian influence, a little bit of Salamander influence as well. Learn firsthand how to manipulate fresh seafood and how to replicate a 5-star dish at home with take-home recipe cards.
National Eat Outside Day
August 31
Elevate your picnic game into something more elegant and glamorous. Chef Jose will be creating our components including gourmet sandwiches made with house-made bread and premium cuts, potato salad, and even fresh squeezed lemonade made with lavender from our Culinary Garden. After preparing the food, Chef Jose escorts you outside to enjoy your meal as a group.
Mixology Classes
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | 35.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Join us in the Cooking Studio with one of our beverage partners for a fun evening of education and experimentation. You will learn everything from the origins of certain spirits to crafting signature cocktails, as well as tips, tricks, and tools of the trade to be used at home. At the end of the class, you will receive a takeaway gift to take your at-home cocktails to the next level.
August 9 | Rum Cocktails
August 23 | Whiskey Drinks
Salamander Uncorked
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | 50.00 per guest | Cooking Studio
Join us once a month as our sommelier walks us through the wines of the world. This casual and interactive wine tasting event will help you hone your wine knowledge and diversify your palate. Pairings will include five wines and petite appetizers, plus education on the wines and the region. At the end of the tasting experience, guests will have the opportunity to purchase their favorite bottles to take home at a 10% discount.
Dine in Harrimans following your Uncorked tasting and receive 20% off your bill.
August 8 | Wines of Chile August 22 | Wines of Argentina
Winery of the Month Tastings
August 4, 11, 25 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Complimentary | Living Room
Experience local vintages at our Sunday wine tastings.
Complimentary Offerings
Audi Transportation
Guests can enjoy complimentary transfers in our luxury Audi fleet with resort tourism ambassadors upon request to local attractions within five miles of the resort, including:
• Historic village of Middleburg with fine cuisine and one-of-a-kind boutiques and museums.
• Award-winning local vineyards, cideries and breweries, including Greenhill Winery & Vineyards, Boxwood Estate Winery, Cana Vineyards, Mt. Defiance and Lost Barrel Brewing.
Call 540.326.4000 for a resort car.
*Car service is not available for private or residential locations. Dogs are not permitted in car service vehicles.
Offered Daily
La Colombe Coffee & Tea Service
6:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Billiards Room
Start your morning with freshly brewed coffee and an assortment of teas.
Beat the Instructor Workout Challenge
Anytime | Fitness Center
Think you are faster than our personal trainer? Push through a self-guided boot camp session with a workout designed by our fitness staff. At the end of the workout, compare your time to the instructor’s!
Resort Walk
8:30 AM | Fitness Center
Take a 30-minute morning stroll around the property to awaken your senses, get acquainted with the property and enjoy the beauty of Virginia’s horse country.
Family Scavenger Hunt at the Stables
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Equestrian Center
Visit our friendly horses in the place they call home. Try our scavenger hunt and see how many clues you can find!
Guided Hike
3:00 pm | Fitness Center
Join a recreation team member for a moderately paced 45-minute hike through our preserved woodlands and take in the sights and sounds of the countryside. Ages 12+
Family Activities
All Day | Fitness Center
Test your trivia skills, search high and low on a spirited scavenger hunt, make waves with a wacky game of water polo, and watch the smiles light up the day with these one-of-a-kind, family-fun activities.
I Spy
Can you spot the hidden items in The Library? This game is designed to test your vision and focus.
Scavenger Hunt Race
Travel throughout the property and find the answers to our ten tricky questions.
Banana Grams
Using your own letters and board, compete against players to form as many words as possible. Similar to Scrabble, but with an exciting twist.
Giant Jenga
Don’t pull the wrong block! Test your skills on strategically stacking giant Jenga pieces.
Kan Jam
A popular backyard game played with two teams, two cans, and a Frisbee.
Art Scavenger Hunt
When the weather is frightful, enjoy an indoor scavenger hunt to discover all the unique art pieces around the resort. Stop at the Fitness Center for the clue sheet and set off to find all of our most precious pieces by beloved artists.
Bird Watching
Using your Audubon book, complete with both images and descriptions of the 50 most common birds within this area, we challenge you to see how many feathered friends you can identify. Self-guided with booklet available at the Concierge Desk.
Disc Golf
Get outdoors and have fun with your family while throwing discs on our nine-hole disc golf course. Don’t forget to grab the map and scorecard for the best experience.
Shinola Luxury Bicycles Rentals
Rent our exclusive Shinola bicycles for an exciting adventure! Roll into Middleburg or discover our beautiful grounds on the many trails. Inspired by the enduring French style of Porteur bicycles first used by newspaper couriers in Paris, the Runwell from Shinola delivers a classic blend of urban style and practicality. Our Shinola bicycles also have a rack that perfectly fits our picnic baskets.
Trek Mountain Bike Rental
Hit the trails on a mountain bike or take a leisurely cruise into Middleburg for shopping. Youth (6 – 12 year olds) and adult sizes are available based on height. Three hours.
Equipment Rentals
Complimentary equipment rentals include basketballs, soccer balls & pugg nets, footballs, tennis equipment, discs for disc golf, golf clubs and balls for putting green, bocce ball, badminton, croquet, horseshoes, yoga mats, weights and more.
Fishing Pole Rental
Guests under the age of 16 or adults with a Virginia-issued Fishing License have the opportunity to rent our fishing poles available on site. Catch & release only. Two hours.
Salamander Touch
Open Daily 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Open until 6:00 PM Fridays and Saturdays
Explore Salamander Touch, our boutique in the heart of the resort, featuring a thoughtfully curated range of items, from our exclusive resort scent to distinctive souvenirs and children’s gifts. Explore an array of jewelry, clothing, and more to bring a touch of the resort experience home with you.
Offered Weekly
CULINARY
Afternoon Seasonal Cocktail
Saturdays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Living Room
Enjoy a seasonal cocktail handcrafted by our beverage team.
Culinary Garden Tour
Saturdays May through October | 3:00 PM
Meet in Living Room
One of our chefs will take you on a guided tour of our beautiful Culinary Garden, where we harvest herbs, fruits and vegetables for the many dishes and cocktails we create.
EQUESTRIAN
Meet & Greet with Cupcake
Fridays & Saturdays | 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Living Room
Meet our resident miniature horse, Cupcake, as she visits our Living Room to welcome our guests.
FITNESS & RECREATION
Kangoo Power DVD Workout
Mondays | 7:30 AM | Fitness Center
Bounce around our fitness studio in Kangoo Boots for an invigorating cardio workout!
Intro to HIIT
Wednesdays | 7:30 AM | Fitness Center
Break a sweat with a 15-minute intro to High Intensity Interval Training.
Additional Complimentary Rentals
Available in the Fitness Center
• Binoculars
• Kangoo Boots
• Frisbees
• Cornhole, Giant Jenga
• Pickleball
• Snow Sleds & Tubes (seasonal)
Complimentary Services
• Board Games and personally curated 2,000+ book collection from Founder & CEO Sheila Johnson in the Sundlun Library (board games & card games available at Concierge Desk)
• Riding Boot Cleaning Service
• Salamander Scavenger Hunt (prizes included!)
• Afternoon Infused Water Station
• Self-Guided History Books
• Outdoor Swimming Pool (seasonal)
• Billiards
• Overnight Golf Bag & Bicycle Storage
• I-Spy Scavenger Hunt in the Library (prizes included!)
• Fishing Pond
• Bottled Water and Water/Ice Refill Station
• Chilled Towels (seasonal)
• Indoor Swimming Pool
• Hiking Trails
• Outdoor Fire Pits
Business Center
• 24-Hour Business Center: Desktop Computers with High-Speed Internet
• Public Notary (weekends only)
Daily Adventures
Daily Adventures
Momentum Art Experience
149.00 per kit | Limited availability
Artist Mary Jennings has curated an art experience for our treasured guests. Inside, you will find all the motivation, instruction and materials you need for a unique and creative experience.
Clay Shooting
250.00 per guest | Two-person minimum | Ages 18+
Whether a novice or a crack shot, sporting clays provide a fun outing in the Virginia countryside. This exhilarating off-site adventure is just minutes from our property. Available weather permitting. 48-hour advance notice required.
Archery
40.00 per guest | Ages 8+
From beginners to intermediates, this archery class is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals, marksmanship, and safety behind the fast growing sport. 45 minutes.
Zombie Archery
50.00 per guest | Ages 8+
Prepare for a zombie apocalypse with our fun twist on our archery class. Zombie targets are added to our regular set up for your aiming pleasure!
Axe Throwing
60.00 per guest | Ages 18+
Axe throwing not only combines sport and technique, but also will give you an exhilarating feeling of strength and ruggedness.
Blades and Bows
85.00 per guest | Ages 18+
Experience both archery & axe throwing in the Meadow as a standalone activity. 30 minute back-to-back sessions.
Bike and Cider Tour
Thursdays | 12:00 PM | 125.00 per guest
Take in the beautiful countryside on a guided bike ride from the resort to Boxwood Winery for a tasting, then Mt. Defiance Distillery for a cider tasting before returning to the resort.
Telescope Rentals
75.00 plus tax and service charge
Have you ever wanted to see the stars, but feel limited because you don’t have a telescope? Reserve our Celestron AstroMaster 80AZS Refractor Telescope and experience the wonderful stars, planets and galaxies with your own eyes!
Rentals must be for the duration of the guests’ stay and reserved at least 24 hours in advance. Based on availability.
Treetop Zip Tour
149.00 per guest | Ages 7+
Gliding from tree top platform to tree top platform, you’ll go across five different zip lines, varying in length from 275’ to 675’ and two suspension sky bridges. The course spans over 20 acres and is over a half mile long.
Kiddo Zip
75.00 per child | Ages 4 – 7
For our youngest resort guests, this zip line experience is designed to be the perfect amount of fun, thrill and excitement to leave them feeling accomplished and proud of their adventurous side. With a guide, each kiddo zips our 275’ zip line three times!
Deluxe Survival
99.00 per guest | Ages 7+
Alongside experienced instructors, you’ll learn valuable life-saving techniques including shelter building and water purification, rope skills and self-rescue techniques.
Ultimate Falconry Experience
Saturdays | 210.00 per guest | Four-person minimum Ages 12+
We start by learning about field training techniques and care of these magnificent raptors, before the thrill of a lifetime. Watch as one of these beautiful birds fly to your gloved arm from 20 feet high, or approaching from 100 feet away. Reservation required, timing based on seasonality.
Lessons
Bicycle Riding
35.00 per guest | Ages 5–15
Appreciate the outdoors while you learn the skills you need to enjoy our marked trail system or a family stroll into Middleburg. 30-minute program.
Beginner Fisherman
35.00 per guest | Ages 6–15
Spend the morning learning the basics of fishing in the Salamander pond, from selecting the right gear to casting fundamentals. Catch and release only. 30-minute program.
Youth Basketball
35.00 per guest
Join our instructor at the basketball court and learn fundamental skills to propel you to the next level of your game. 30-minute program.
Tennis Private or Hit Lesson
100.00 per guest
Learn to master your tennis skills. 60-minute private tennis lesson or learn to serve heat with a hit lesson.
Disc Golf
35.00 per guest
Allow our team to teach you the basics of the game on our disc golf course. Learn the rules of the game, disc choice and throw techniques. 30-minute program.
Soccer
35.00 per guest | 30-minute program
Allow our team to teach you the soccer basics or challenge you on some new practice drills. 30-minute program.
Pickleball
35.00 per guest
Learn the rules and all the ends and outs of the pickleball basics! 30-minute program.
Rentals
Electronic Bikes
75.00 Per Bike | 3 Hour Rental | 16+ to rent
Explore the sites on our brand-new e-bikes!
All riders must stay in the Middleburg Town Limits.
Pickleball Court Rentals
25.00 Per Court per hour for resort guests.
Family Crafts
Daily at 2:00 PM
Entertaining, hands-on activities designed for children to enjoy with their parent’s participation. First participant to reserve chooses the theme for the day.
Reservations required.
Teddy Bear Making
25.00
Stuff, fluff, and build your very own stuffed animal.
Gel Candles
15.00
Custom make your very own candle using colored gel wax.
Perfect Plates
15.00
Create a beautiful work of art using a plate as your canvas.
Magnet Painting
5.00
Plaster horse, seasonal and Salamander logo magnets that are painted with acrylic paint.
Sugar Scrub
15.00
Using sugar, coconut oil, and essential oils, make nourishing sugar scrub.
Art Classes
Wine & Painting Class
85.00 per person | 4-Person Minimum | 21+ By reservation
Enjoy a fun way to paint and create your own original piece of work while sipping on different local wines. Participants must be over the age of 21.
Reservations required.
Art A La Carte
4-Person Minimum | By reservation
Discover a new talent or hone your skills in a new way, under the direction of artist Mary Jennings. Choose one theme for the day; the first guest to sign up determines what class will be offered.
Brush with Greatness
75.00 per guest | Ages 12+
A fun way to experiment using painting techniques like some of the master artists of our time. Try your hand at painting an original Jackson Paddock or a Vincent Van Whoa. No typo here. We did say “original” works of art custom to Salamander Middleburg.
Pyrographic Keepsake
50.00 per guest | Ages 8+
Pyrography is a slow process of burning wood with a specialized heated tool to create a work of art. The smell created in the process is rustic, comforting, and may remind you of great times sitting around the campfire with friends.
Creative Sketchbook
50.00 per guest | Ages 8+
Artists are led through a perfectly paced process of drawing and writing in a sketchbook for their keeping. Each artist will build artistic confidence to allow the fullest creative process to come alive. All skill levels welcome and all supplies provided.
Art Tastings
75.00 per guest | Ages 12+
An artful presentation of cupcakes will get your creative juices flowing while you are guided through a social painting experience, creating a finished work on canvas.
Camp Salamander
Full Day: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | 140.00 per child
Half Day: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 95.00 per child
While the parents are away, the kids will play. Camp Salamander is our activity-filled camp for kids, offering countless opportunities to let loose, compete in scavenger hunts, learn about the stars and explore the great outdoors. Ages 4 – 10.
Sunday: Funday
Participate in a potato sack relay race, play Nintendo Switch “Just Dance” and make your own playdough.
Monday: Field Day
Put your game faces on and join us for a day filled with friendly competitions! Test your strength in pool noodle javelin, Frisbee disc throw, swimming, and more!
Tuesday: Nutty about Nature
Are you nutty about nature? We are too! Join us to learn about the resort’s surrounding habitats with nature scavenger hunts, hiking, and creating a unique scrapbook page.
Wednesday: Rock & Roll Day
Rock & Roll Day is all about singing and playing music! Show off your moves with some freeze dance, sing along to your favorite songs, and be an actor/actress in your own skit!
Thursday: Career Day
Do you want to be a pastry chef, scientist, or a detective when you grow up? Spend the day exploring careers with us! Decorate a chef’s hat and design a perfect plate.
Friday: Wild, Wild West
Cowboys and cowgirls are welcome to learn more about horses, craft your own cowboy hat and decorate your own stick pony.
Kids’ Night Out
75.00 per child | Fridays & Saturdays | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Have your young Salamanders join us for a night of laughter, games and fun! Your children can enjoy different crafts, go out to the firepit to make s’mores, then come splash around in the indoor pool, where they can play pool games! Includes dinner.
Saturday: Colorama Tie-Dye
Reds, blues, yellows and greens unite! What team will you be on while we have color contests? Play capture the flag, tie-dye t-shirts, and tie-dye a pillowcase!
ADD-ON OPTION
Kiddo Zip-Lining
50.00 per child | Ages 4+ | Minimum 40 lbs. Kids under the minimums for the Treetop Zip Lining can try this thrilling ride during Camp Salamander. With a guide, experience our 275 ft. zip line three times! Minimum age is four years old and minimum weight is 40lbs.
Reservations Required. For recreation reservations, please call 540.326.4060
Equestrian Experiences
Countryside Group Trail Ride
165.00+ per guest | Ages 10+
Weight Limit 220 lbs | 1 Hour
Discover the natural beauty of our countryside while riding our gentle trail horses. Your guide will take you through the wooded trails for a one hour leisurely walk to explore the resort grounds and trails.
Riding Lesson
165.00 per guest | Ages 5+
Weight Limit 220 lbs | 1 Hour
Enjoy private instruction on one of our seasoned lesson horses and ponies. Lessons include grooming, leading, ground safety and riding on the flat. We do not offer jumping instruction.
Horses 101
200.00+ per family (up to 4 guests) | All Ages 1 Hour in Stable
Horsey fun for the whole family! Enjoy a private session for all ages to learn about petting, grooming and basic horse care & safety. Each family will have their own horse and equestrian team member to spend time with, take photos and fully embrace your visit to horse country.
Pony Bubble Bath
125.00+ | Ages 5+ | 45 Minutes in the Stable
Grab your wellies and learn how to bathe and cool down our horses and ponies. Scrub-a-dub your favorite pony with horsey shampoo and bubble bath soap!
Paint-A-Pony
165.00+ per child | Ages 4+ | 1 Hour
Learn about our horse’s coat colors, markings and breeds. Followed by painting your own model horse to look like one of the Salamander horses or your dream horse! The session ends with a pony ride.
Keeping Up with Cupcake
Private Meet & Greet
165.00+ | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
265.00+ | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | 1 Hour
Add a visit from Cupcake to any meeting, executive conference, banquet event, wedding or family gathering! She is the perfect touch for a unique experience while visiting horse country and a delight for guests of all ages.
Cocktails with Cupcake
Fridays & Saturdays | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Our little friend’s festive spirit is perfectly paired with Gold Cup’s Cupcake Cocktail. Only offered while Cupcake is visiting the resort, enjoy this libation featuring vanilla vodka, dark and light Godiva, and house-made whipped cream topped with rainbow sprinkles. 14.00 per drink
The Cupcake Express
165.00+ per child | Ages 5+
Weight Limit 75lbs | 1 Hour All aboard the sweetest ride ... The Cupcake Express! Learn how to groom & harness our miniature horse Cupcake and then take her for a country drive in her adorable cart!
Photo Shoot
165.00+ | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
265.00+ | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | 1 Hour
Cupcake is available for photo shoots on the resort property with families, wedding parties and groups. She will be groomed and braided to look her best for your special photos. An Equestrian staff member will accompany Cupcake to the photo shoot location and assist as needed.
Reservations required for equestrian reservation, please call 844.303.2723.
An additional 22% service charge is applied to equestrian activities.
Spa & Wellness
Calming Antara Ritual
320.00 | 90 minutes
This super hydrating therapeutic wrap starts with full body dry brushing exfoliation before you are cocooned in velvety organic shea butter that is infused with hyphenate organically grown CBD Restore Balm, followed by a relaxing scalp and neck massage with CBD Relief Balm. The treatment will conclude with a full body massage. This is the perfect treatment for dehydrated or very dry skin and overall joint and muscle aches and pains. CBD has shown to reduce inflammation, anxiety, and relieve pain.
Balancing Sound Therapy
300.00 | 90 minutes
Ground yourself and reconnect with this deep relaxation treatment. Gentle vibrations and sound waves during this full body experience will bring you to a state of well-being and relaxation. Beginning with dry body brush exfoliation and earthy warm fragrances, this treatment will introduce you to sound therapy. A Tibetan singing bowl will be placed onto various parts of the body, while a full body massage incorporates CBD-infused oil and hot stones on the feet, bringing the mind into a meditative state of calm.
Grand Cru Massage
320.00 | 90 minutes
Inspired by the prestigious Grand Cru vineyards, this invigorating grape seed scrub with a texture that will delight all skin types frees the skin of toxins and impurities. Followed by a personalized massage, the tension will evaporate, and your skin will be moisturized, soft, and revitalized.
Cleanformance Facial
225.00 | 60 minutes
Using clean formulations, this facial is a naturally derived cosmeceutical treatment that restores a healthy radiant glow. Perfect for all skin types, pre- and probiotics balance the skin’s microbiome and strengthen the skin’s barrier. Antioxidant rich and age corrective maple bark extract stimulates collagen and elastin while hyaluronic acid plumps and hydrates. Skin health is restored, while leaving a fresh and glowing complexion.
Collagen Infusion Facial
250.00 | 60 minutes
Plump and densify your skin with this collagen boosting therapy. Ultra-potent hyaluronic acid and collagen pump the skin from the inside out, while smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. The effect of this treatment is amplified with a collagen infusion mask to lift and reshape the facial contour. glow. Perfect for all skin types, pre- a
Fitness
Private Group Fitness
Starting at 75.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Our private group fitness classes are perfect for any group looking for a fun way to exercise together. Groups of two or more. For a complete list of class options, please visit our website.
Family Yoga
Inquire about rates | 45 Minutes
What better way to enjoy family bonding during your stay than enjoying a yoga class for the whole family! Get your body moving with beginner and partner yoga in a free and silly way, building a sense of togetherness while having fun.
Personal Training Session
100.00 per guest | Fitness Center
Meet your goals with our personal training sessions and certified trainer for Personal Training and Group Fitness. In addition to providing you with an individualized workout based on your needs and goals, we can provide: health assessments for BMI, waist circumference and body fat percentage, sessions for injury prevention, weight management and overall wellness techniques, new exercises to avoid plateaus and keep workouts motivating, and long-term and short-term goals for positive, lifelong exercise habits.
Meditation
Starting at 75.00 per guest | 45 Minutes
Complete fitness means keeping your mind healthy in addition to your body. Meditation is a great way to reduce stress levels, improve concentration, and fine-tune awareness of your mental and physical state. Whether you are a beginner or advanced, try a meditation class and make your stay here even more relaxing. Groups of two or more. Indoor or outdoor option, weather dependent.
Peloton Rentals
75.00+ per rental first night
50.00 each additional night
Reserve one of our Peloton Cycling Bikes and never miss a beat of your fitness routine. With thousands of classes to choose from, get in a great workout without ever leaving your guest room.
Reservations Required
For Spa Reservations, Please Call 855.290.5677
For Fitness Center, Please Call 540.326.4060
Area Offerings
Private Shopping Experiences
By Appointment
Enjoy a private shopping experience at select boutiques in downtown Middleburg. Visit our concierge desk to inquire about participating boutiques and to reserve.
Greenhill Winery & Vineyards
Open Daily | Noon until Sunset
Greenhill is the foremost boutique destination winery in Loudoun County, Virginia, delivering quality wine, with friendly and professional staff in a breathtaking Virginia Wine Country environment. The Greenhill Wine experience demystifies wine to its basic elements of terroir: nature, soil, climate and the human “savoir faire.”
More information: 540.687.6968
Boxwood Estate Winery
Fridays – Sundays | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Boxwood, a National Historic Landmark, is one of the earliest horse farms in Middleburg, Virginia, a region of American colonial and Civil War history. Boxwood Estate Winery produces red wine in three styles in the Bordeaux tradition from five varieties of grapes certified by the French government and grown on the estate.
More information: 540.687.8778
Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery
Wednesdays – Sundays | Noon – 6:00 pm
Mt. Defiance Distillery focuses on the revival of classic spirits that have their roots in both Colonial America and Europe. At the Cidery, Mount Defiance offers classic and craft ciders with traditional farmhouse blends and a single variety cider. More information: 540.687.8100
Lost Barrel Brewing
Thursdays – Sundays | Hours Vary
Lost Barrel Brewery offers a warm, airy atmosphere with a sophisticated slant. Using natural ingredients and state-of-the-art equipment, Lost Barrel Brewing produces high-quality beers and hard seltzers that represent the spirit of lost treasure. Enjoy delicious food offerings to complement their farm fresh beer, hard seltzer selections and laid back ambiance. More information: 540.326.4631
Sky Meadows State Park
Fridays & Saturdays | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Located just 14 miles west of Salamander Middleburg, Sky Meadows State Park is a 1,864-acre park, rich in history and boasting more than 10 miles of bridle trails, 24 miles of hiking trails and nine miles of biking trails, ranging from easy to difficult. Freshwater fishing is available at the three-acre Turner Pond, which is periodically stocked with a variety of fish, including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, sunfish and bluegill.
11012 Edmonds Lane; Delaplane, VA 20144
Blooming Hills Garden & Gift Shop
Fridays & Saturdays | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The garden shop offers unique and exclusive gifts from the garden and to the gardener, including homegrown and handmade lavender products, everlasting wreaths, and hometown prints from original oil paintings by Loudoun County Artist, Peter Rinek. More information: 703.431.0779
National Sporting Museum & Library
Wednesdays – Sundays | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Founded in 1954, the National Sporting Library & Museum is located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Hunt Country. The world-class research library and fine art museum highlights the rich heritage and tradition of country pursuits. The NSLM offers a wide variety of educational programs, exhibitions, and family activities throughout the year. More information: 540.687.6542
Pev’s Paintball
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Walk-ons are “pick up” games of paintball. The group is a mixture of all ages and skill levels and is composed of all players who show up to play without a reservation. The referee forms even teams before the game begins. More information: 703.327.7640
Signature Events
Independence Day BBQ
& Celebration
July 4
Celebrate the 4th of July at Salamander Middleburg with an amazing fireworks experience and classic BBQ, including mouth-watering ribs, grilled chicken, housemade coleslaw and much more! Live entertainment will keep you dancing all night and there will be even more fun for the entire family.
The Family Reunion 2024
August 15 – 18
Presented by award-winning chef and author Kwame Onwuachi, join us for our fourth annual Family Reunion for a multi-day celebration of diversity in the hospitality industry celebrating the Black and Brown cooking traditions that have shaped American cuisine. More information: www.salamanderhotels.com/familyreunion
Family Friendly Haunted Trail
Select evenings in October
Join us for a fun-filled haunted trail and festival, perfect for all ages. The half-mile trail features family-friendly Halloween scenes with charismatic actors, and the festival provides face painting, outdoor Halloween movies, delicious food, costume contests, and much more.
Middleburg Film Festival
October 17 – 20
Salamander Middleburg is the home for the Middleburg Film Festival, which offers four days of fantastic films in a spectacular setting. Experience the natural beauty, food, wine and warm hospitality of Middleburg, while also experiencing a carefully curated selection of narrative and documentary films screened in intimate theatre environments. The films include festival favorites, world premieres, first-class foreign films and Academy Award contenders. More information: www.middleburgfilm.org
Brunch With Santa
Select dates in December
Our ballroom transforms into a winter wonderland where you can visit with Santa and his elves while enjoying a delicious brunch with sweet and savory holiday favorites for the entire family. The brunch also will feature a make-your-own holiday ornament designing station and photo opportunity with Santa.
