Middleburg, Virginia - Driving Time: 1 Hour
This boutique town in Loudoun County is a Washingtonian favorite, and not just because it is only an hour away--assuming you're wise enough to avoid 66 between 4-8pm. Quaint and beautiful, Middleburg is especially popular among culinary enthusiasts as foodies can attend classes and tastings at the Market Salamander, the city's best kept dining secret. Referred to as the "Nation's Horse and Hunt Capital," the charmingly romantic town is home to the National Sporting Library and attracts a stream of history buffs and old-school gaming enthusiasts every summer.
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