This Small Town in Virginia Is a U.S. Dupe for the English Countryside-Here's How to Visit
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Middleburg, Virginia, is celebrated as an ideal destination for those craving the English countryside charm, especially in context of the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth. Renowned for its lush landscapes, historic inns, and unique boutiques, this town emulates the idyllic settings found in Austen’s works. Despite its location in one of America's wealthiest counties, it has remained relatively underappreciated. Historical ties to figures like Elizabeth Taylor and the Kennedys contribute to its allure, as does the old-world charm reflected by local lifestyle pursuits such as fox hunting and polo.
Middleburg, Virginia, about an hour from Washington, D.C., is the state-side answer to a Cotswold's craving, with sprawling horse farms and rolling vineyards.
The unassuming lifestyle of the Virginia Piedmont charmed Jackie Kennedy, who remained a fixture in the town even after her husband's assassination.
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