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Heart and History of Virginia

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Escape to a timeless pastoral sanctuary steeped in equestrian tradition in the heart of Virginia's countryside just outside the bustling metropolis of Washington, D.C.

Travel round trip by private air passage from Destin to your historic hideaway. With deep roots dating back to the American Revolution, the family-friendly village of Middleburg has been long regarded as a retreat from the limelight for U.S. presidents, dignitaries, and public figures. From the early 1900s, Middleburg began welcoming visitors who participated in foxhunting and steeplechasing, the village soon earned a reputation as the "Nation's Horse and Hunt Capital."

The charismatic Forbes Five-Star Salamander Resort & Spa welcomes you for three nights with classically inspired furnishings and luxurious amenities in your comfortable accommodations complete with scenic views of the countryside.

Truly dedicated to health and wellness, the 23,000-square-foot Salamander Spa presents 14 treatment rooms and a private outdoor courtyard with a heated pool. In addition, Salamander Resort has built one of the finest equestrian facilities and programs in the country with 25 on- site acres dedicated to riding and a 14,000-square-foot stable. For endless adventure, explore zip lining, tennis, nature hikes, archery, and an abundance of other outdoor activities.

In 1978, Patrick O'Connell opened The Inn at Little Washington in a former garage located in the tiny town of Washington, VA. The Inn has since gone on to enjoy worldwide recognition, regularly hosting celebrities, politicians, and culinary enthusiasts alike.

Spend two nights in this sumptuous hideaway complete with a welcome cocktail upon arrival, afternoon tea, house breakfast in the dining room, and dining reservations each evening.

Dining at The Inn at Little Washington has been likened to performance art. The experience evokes a romantic dinner party in a private country house from another era. Whimsical touches such as a rolling cow named Faira displaying cheeses invite guests to relax, be themselves, and have fun.

O'Connell has been referred to as "the Pope of American Cuisine" and in 2019, won the Lifetime Achievement award from the James Beard Foundation and received the National Humanities Medal from the President of the United States. In that same year, The Inn at Little Washington became the first and only Three-Star Michelin restaurant in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. The Inn is also the longest tenured Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond restaurant in the world. With a cellar comprised of over 14,000 bottles from the world's greatest wine regions, the wine list has received the Wine Spectator's Grand Award for the past 26 years.

This bucolic getaway of discrete luxury and charming style awaits you.

THIS LOT INCLUDES:

  • Round-trip private air passage in a King Air or light jet from Destin, FL to Middleburg, VA for three (3) couples

  • Three (3) night stay at Salamander Resort & Spa in Dressage Suites for three (3) couples

  • $1,000 per couple amenity credit for the activity of your choice including spa, river float, fly fishing, equestrian, archery, zip lining, clay shooting, or cooking classes while at Salamander Resort & Spa

  • Two (2) night stay at The Inn at Little Washington in The Carter House Suites for three (3) couples

  • Guaranteed reservation and dinner for six (6) people at 3 Star Michelin The Inn at Little Washington

  • Welcome cocktail upon arrival, continental breakfast, and afternoon tea at the Inn at Little Washington

RESTRICTIONS: Must be booked at minimum 60 days in advance and is subject to availability. Blackout dates include all major holidays and the five days surrounding major holidays. Private flight must depart from Destin Executive Airport. Expires April 30, 2024.

Donated By Supporters of Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation