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Home & Vine

Entering Ivy Creek Farm, the tree-lined drive winds past some of Virginia's oldest viniferous vines before the stunning Georgian-style vineyard home comes into view. [...]

Gifts for A Gardener

With the right tools and accessories, every gardener can create a dream oasis, from a beautiful border to a kitchen garden filled with fresh vegetables and herbs. [...]

Vino & Vinyasa

Try combining wine with yoga at a vineyard-based vinyasa class in Virginia for a relaxing, full-bodied experience. [...]

Stay at Stinson Vineyards

On the outskirts of Charlottesville sits The Inn at Stinson Vineyards, a project that for the Stinson family captures the essence of “life amongst the vines.” [...]

Because Black Lives Matter

At Ivy Life & Style Media, we wholeheartedly believe that Black Lives Matter. We grieve for the senseless deaths of George Floyd and too many others, and we join in the peaceful protesting across this country for fundamental change. Across our publications, we recognize the importance of giving a voice [...]

Bourbon Peach Sour

The bar world today is packed with ideas for flavorful cocktails and inquisitive concoctions. This can make it hard to sort through the drinks that make you say ‘eh’ and those that make you say ‘ahhhh’. This Bourbon Peach Sour recipe is certainly the latter. Micah LeMon, author of the [...]

Stone Tower’s Winemaker

Growing up near Tours in the Loire Valley, a well respected wine region in France, certainly had an impact on Benoit Pineau. He is now the winemaker for Stone Tower Winery, which has 85 acres under vine in Leesburg, Virginia. [...]

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Father’s Day is almost here! If you are still searching for that perfect gift for Dad, look no further! Check out some of our favorite gift ideas from the Wine & Country Shop. For the Fashion-Forward Dad: We all know those dads who love an accessory. If he is a [...]

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No matter what your dream home includes—a stunning vineyard property, a grand country estate with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views, life in one of the regions many charming towns or villages, or a private equestrian farm in Virginia’s hunt country—you can experience the best of the countryside living.

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#Drinklocal! Charlottesville is adding to the experience with the exciting @CharlottesvilleAleTrail! Check out charlottesvillealetrail.org/ to help you create your own day of adventure on a trail of select breweries that are serving up some delicious, local craft beer. 🍻 #repost 📷 by @stephgriffin.va . . . #championbeer #randomrowbrewing #rockfishbrew #southstreetbrewery #threenotchdbeer #charlottesvillealetrail #beers #beergeek #vacraftbeer #loveva #beer #localbeer #brews #localbrews #visitcharlottesville #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia
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This Weekend ONLY sign up for a FREE Issue! GET YOUR LUXURY PRINT EDITION of Wine & Country Life Delivered Directly To Your Home Free of Charge! While so many are staying safely at home we are pleased to offer our many readers the next Wine & Country Life luxury print edition delivered directly to your home free of charge. But, this is a limited time offer! If you would like to receive your complimentary edition, please complete the form below before July 10th or while supplies last. Link in Bio. . . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #designinspo #designlovers #thearts #localculture #vaartisan #localevents #wineandcountryentertaining #eatlocal #farmtofork #farmtotable #vawine #vabeer #vacider #entertaining #homedecor
Indulge your senses in the worlds of wine, nature and meditation like these yogis-slash-oneophiles in Virginia wine country. Read more about the relaxing combination of Vino & Vinyasa on our blog (link in bio), and be sure to keep an eye out for our new wine and country experiences! 📷 by @3catsphoto @veritaswinery & @santoshayogacrozet . . . . #veritaswinery #3catsphoto #vinoandvinyasa #wineandyoga #vineyard #vinyasa #vayoga #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #outdoorpursuit #sportinglife #winetasting #vawinery #santoshayoga #vawine #outdoopursuit
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Create your own garden oasis, where shrubs and annuals mingle with gravel paths and water elements. Katherine Kane of @Waterperryfarm (shown here) shares that,
Create your own garden oasis, where shrubs and annuals mingle with gravel paths and water elements. Katherine Kane of @Waterperryfarm (shown here) shares that, "Perhaps the most lingered-over features are those of water. It is pure magic, especially in a garden. Water brings half of the world down to us.” 📷 by @radifera . . . #robertradiferaphotography #waterperryfarm #gardens #gardening #trellis #flowers #plants #naturephotography #gardendesign #landscape #gardenlife #flower #gardenart #gardener #beautiful #green #plant #architecture #gardeninspiration #gardenlove #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #greenhouse #gardenpaths
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These days, time together is even more cherished. This Independence Day, Wine & Country Life hopes you and your family find time to spend with one another while enjoying delicious summer fare! 📷 by @jenfariellophotography Food by @exchangeevents Wine by @thatchwinery (formerly First Colony) . . . #exchangeevents #jenfariellophotography #thatchwinery #4thofjuly #the4th #partyplanning #hosting #eatlocal #nomnom #virginiafoodie #vaeats #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #pairing #rose #locallymade #supportlocal #vamade
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In need of some relaxation? Throw a stay-at-home spa day and invite a few friends. Treat yourself to an aromatic foot soak or a refreshing facial scrub. And, don't forget the cucumber water! For additional products like this Rose Quartz Facial Roller, check out the @shopwineandcountry. . . . #treatyourself #spa #spaday #relaxation #beauty #skincare #relax #massage #wellness #facial #spoilyourself #pampered #shopwineandcountry #shoplocal #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #wineandcountryshop #shoplocal #shop #selfcare
Engage with the natural wonders that our beautiful Virginia has to offer by enjoying one of the many hikes available off of the stunning @blueridgeparkwayassociation. To find some beautiful trails to explore, visit www.blueridgeparkway.org/hiking/. You’re looking great, VA! 🌻🍃 . . . #hikevirginia #hikeva #blueridgeparkwayva #blueridgemoments #nationalforest #shenandoahnationalpark #lifeelevated #getouside #outdoorlife #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #photography #naturephotography #hike
Engage with the natural wonders that our beautiful Virginia has to offer by enjoying one of the many hikes available off of the stunning @blueridgeparkwayassociation. To find some beautiful trails to explore, visit www.blueridgeparkway.org/hiking/. You’re looking great, VA! 🌻🍃 . . . #hikevirginia #hikeva #blueridgeparkwayva #blueridgemoments #nationalforest #shenandoahnationalpark #lifeelevated #getouside #outdoorlife #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #photography #naturephotography #hike
Looking for an exciting cocktail to serve on the 4th or at an intimate summer dinner party? If you haven’t yet, check out the @wineandcountry blog (link in bio) to learn more about this stunning Bourbon Peach Sour recipe from Mixologist @micahlemonster at @thealleylight. You’ll be happy you did! 🍹 . . . #micahlemonster #cocktails #craftcocktails #cheers #mixologist #bartender #drinks #drinkstagram #drinklocal #bourbon #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #homemade #recipe #drinkrecipe #cocktailrecipe
Looking for an exciting cocktail to serve on the 4th or at an intimate summer dinner party? If you haven’t yet, check out the @wineandcountry blog (link in bio) to learn more about this stunning Bourbon Peach Sour recipe from Mixologist @micahlemonster at @thealleylight. You’ll be happy you did! 🍹 . . . #micahlemonster #cocktails #craftcocktails #cheers #mixologist #bartender #drinks #drinkstagram #drinklocal #bourbon #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #homemade #recipe #drinkrecipe #cocktailrecipe
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