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The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge

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· Scottsville, Albemarle, Virginia
120 acres hosted by John W.
2 tent sites
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Near Shenandoah National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Rockfish Gap Fee Office.
The farm was owned in the 30's by a musical family who's members were invited to play for FDR at the White House. My background is as a horse shoer and black smith and I have made Fiddler's Ridge my home since 2003. I have a forge on site and will be happy to demonstrate or give a beginner lesson. Just ask for details. Learn more about this land: Explore 100 acres of forest in eastern Albemarle county including beautiful walking trails & nearby creek.  Peaceful and private camping sites with individual fire pits and outhouse access. A shower is available 1/2 mile up private driveway if desired. 20 minutes to Charlottesville and 15 minutes to Scottsville. Site 1- Beautiful pastoral views from a hilltop campsite perfect for 1-2 tents.  Site 2- Great for couples to larger groups. Includes use of older pole barn in case of inclement weather.
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Alex T.recommends
March 13, 2024
Site 2 - The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge
Beautiful views, everything is easily accessible, John is awesome.
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Megan R.recommends
March 11, 2024
Site 2 - The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge
Have stayed at both sites now and loved them! Site 2 is more spacious and has the pole barn in case of inclement weather. Having wood on site is super convenient as well. Highly recommend Fiddler's Ridge!
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Peter R.recommends
March 11, 2024
Site 2 - The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge
Beautiful Land and Excellent Host!
John is an awesome host and the land is simply beautiful! We didn't get a chance to join him in the shop (he did extend the invite!) because we were on a deadline and needed to head out the next morning. I would definitely stay here again, and for a longer visit. You should too!
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Nathan A.recommends
February 29, 2024
Site 2 - The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge
Great spot for tent camping! The weather wasn’t the greatest and John was very accommodating and helpful. Nice little nearby stream.
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Connor C.recommends
February 25, 2024
Site 1 - The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge
Very private campsite. Beautiful location. Overall a great spot.
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Taylor S.recommends
February 25, 2024
Site 1 - The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge
I had so much fun camping in our roof tent here! Lots of space to explore and spread out.
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Scottsville, Albemarle, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan and Manahoac First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by John W.Joined in March 2018
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