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Get to know Leesburg

For much of its history, Leesburg was primarily an agricultural community, with the first large farms and estates sprouting up here more than two centuries ago. Leesburg’s historic district was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, and today, it acts as the center for Loudoun County’s government and commercial affairs. Downtown Leesburg is picturesque and well-preserved, filled with eclectic shops, exciting eateries, and vintage architecture to discover. Leesburg has it all, boasting historic sites and museums, shopping destinations, parks and outdoor recreation, and seasonal attractions. Oatlands Plantation and Morven Park allow visitors to explore Leesburg’s rich history, and Balls Bluff Battlefield Park features wooded trails and guided tours. The nearby Leesburg Premium Outlets are a shopper’s delight. And best of all, Leesburg is just 40 miles from Washington, D.C.

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Living in Virginia Hunt Country

Virginia Hunt Country is a land of rolling hills and stacked stone walls, punctuated with the sights and sounds of troops of horses galloping, with riders astride in the traditional uniform of red coats and black helmets. This swath of countryside does not have definitive borders, but is generally considered to stretch over Loudon, Fauquier, and Rappahannock Counties. Depending on who you ask, the region’s boundaries may extend into nearby counties, but everyone agrees that Hunt Country is centered on Middleburg, a small hamlet of less than 1,000 people. The idea of porous borders extends to the landowners here, with farm and estate owners often including provisos on deeds that the riders (and hikers) be allowed to cross their land freely when traversing the verdant terrain. Estates can include considerable acreage and baronial houses, but the vibe in the local villages is low-key and casual, while offering some outstanding dining and shopping experiences.