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Stratford on the Potomac
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The Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers form the backdrop for this weekend’s bicycle adventure. Our home base for the weekend, Stratford Hall, is located on the Potomac. It was the home of the Lees of Virginia and the birthplace of Robert E. Lee. Saturday, we’ll bike backroads through farmland, rural landscapes, and designated Virginia Byways enroute to visiting Wakefield, the birthplace of George Washington. During lunch at Ingleside Vineyards we will learn about award winning Virginia wines, complete with a tasting. We’ll have a special Halloween tour of the Great House at Stratford Hall – hope you are not easily spooked! Sunday, various mileage options highlighting the Potomac or the Rappahannock Rivers let you choose the distance you want to bike. You may choose a day off-the-bike and hike the wonderful trails throughout the 1900 acres at Stratford Hall. The end of October is generally the peak time for fall colors in eastern Virginia!
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Tour Name
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Stratford on the Potomac
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Tour Length
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Weekend - 3 days, 2 nights
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Virginia Region
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Chesapeake Bay
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Start & End
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Stratford Hall near Montross, VA
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Activity Level
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Moderate
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Daily Mileage
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Options from 20-40
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Bicycle Rental
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No
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Off-the-Bike
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Ingleside Winery Tour, Wine Tasting, Stratford Hall Great House Tour, George Washington’s Birthplace, Oyster Roast, Pumpkin Carving, Hiking, Birding, Beachcombing
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Price
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$395
$75 single occupancy supplement
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2009
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October 30 - November 1
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Detailed Information [PDF]
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Highlights
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Day 1 - Friday | Arrival at Stratford Hall
Arrive in the afternoon, relax and meet your fellow cyclists over drinks and hor d’ouevres followed by an oyster roast complemented with Brunswick stew, ham biscuits, and dessert. The dress for the entire weekend is informal.
Day 2 - Saturday | Loop tour from Stratford Hall
Bike to the George Washington National Monument before pedaling to Ingleside Plantation for lunch. Stroll around the grounds and the restored gardens or hike to the gristmill at Stratford Hall. Pumpkins will be available for carving.
Day 3 - Sunday | Loop tour from Stratford Hall and/or Loop tour from a remote start
Bike to Currioman Landing on the Potomac River, or choose a leisurely, flat loop partly along the Rappahannock River starting at the Rappahannock River Valley Nature Preserve. Hike the trails at Stratford Hall or Westmoreland State Park and search for sharks’ teeth at the beach. Tour the Great House at Stratford Hall.
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Accommodations
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Stratford Hall | Stratford, near Montross, VA
The rooms at Stratford Hall are very comfortable. Our lodgings are the Cheek House, the Astor House, and some of the Guest Cabins. All have private baths. We are the only overnight guests at Stratford Hall, as we have reserved all of the lodging.
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