Guidebook for Rice
Food Scene
The best BBQ around with live music and a separate bar! You must try the fried green tomatoes!
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The Fishing Pig
1807 Farmville RdThe best BBQ around with live music and a separate bar! You must try the fried green tomatoes!
Macado's
200 E 3rd StExtensive menu of delicious food and drinks!
Amazing atmosphere, delicious food and great prices!
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Charley's Waterfront Cafe
201 Mill StAmazing atmosphere, delicious food and great prices!
Merk's Place
2106 W 3rd StAmazing bagels, wraps, soups, sandwiches, breakfast and coffee drinks! We highly recommend their Cinnamon buns which are the best you have ever eaten! All made fresh in house every morning and served with hometown pride and friendly atmosphere! We proudly offer their bagels and cinnamon buns for your morning breakfast in the apartment!
Main Street Bagels And Bistro
308 South Main StreetAmazing bagels, wraps, soups, sandwiches, breakfast and coffee drinks! We highly recommend their Cinnamon buns which are the best you have ever eaten! All made fresh in house every morning and served with hometown pride and friendly atmosphere! We proudly offer their bagels and cinnamon buns for your morning breakfast in the apartment!
Amazing spot for brunch, coffee break while exploring downtown and a wonderful outdoor courtyard eating during our beautiful weather! Beautifully decorated with antiques and a great spot for finding that perfect treasure to take home!
The Cafe at Poplar Hall
308 North Main StreetAmazing spot for brunch, coffee break while exploring downtown and a wonderful outdoor courtyard eating during our beautiful weather! Beautifully decorated with antiques and a great spot for finding that perfect treasure to take home!
Drinks & Nightlife
Applebee's Grill + Bar
1808 S Main StGood food and atmosphere.
Entertainment & Activities
3 hrs of family fun zipping through the tree tops! CENTRAL VIRGINIA'S LARGEST AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK
The Adventure Park at Sandy River Retreat in Farmville, Virginia has over 60 Obstacles & 20 Zip Lines!
We offer a wide range of outdoor recreational activities for the whole family, come create some memories!
Zip Line through the tree tops, & challenge yourself to something new...
https://www.theoutdooradventurepark.com
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Sandy River Outdoor Adventure
147 Monroe Church Rd3 hrs of family fun zipping through the tree tops! CENTRAL VIRGINIA'S LARGEST AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK
The Adventure Park at Sandy River Retreat in Farmville, Virginia has over 60 Obstacles & 20 Zip Lines!
We offer a wide range of outdoor recreational activities for the whole family, come create some memories!
Zip Line through the tree tops, & challenge yourself to something new...
https://www.theoutdooradventurepark.com
General Information
On April 6, 1865, nearly a quarter of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's army, more than 7,700 men, were killed, wounded or captured here. Lee surrendered 72 hours later at Appomattox Court House. Historical interpreters present various programs and living history events take place at various times throughout the year. Motorists traveling along Lee's Retreat may learn more about the battle through signs at each stop. Also, a free tour of the Overton-Hillsman House, which served as a hospital during and after the battle, may be arranged.
Visit the Virginia's Civil War Trails website or call 888-CIVIL-WAR to learn more about this site. Trail travel packages are available as well; call 1-800-769-5912 for details.
Hours
Dawn - dusk. Visitor center, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 - 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Location
The park is at 6541 Saylers Creek Road, Rice, Va. From U.S. 460, take Route 617 (Saylers Creek Rd.) to the park. From U.S. 360, take State Route 307 (connecting highway between U.S. 360 and U.S. 460) to Route 617 North (Saylers Creek Rd.).
Its address is 6541 Saylers Creek Road, Rice, VA 23966; Latitude, 37.178810. Longitude, -78.137372.
Drive Time: Northern Virginia, three to three and a half hours; Richmond, one to one and a half hours; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, two and a half to three hours; Roanoke, two hours
Park Size
341 acres.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/sailors-creek
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Sailor's Creek State Park
6541 Sayler's Creek RdGeneral Information
On April 6, 1865, nearly a quarter of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's army, more than 7,700 men, were killed, wounded or captured here. Lee surrendered 72 hours later at Appomattox Court House. Historical interpreters present various programs and living history events take place at various times throughout the year. Motorists traveling along Lee's Retreat may learn more about the battle through signs at each stop. Also, a free tour of the Overton-Hillsman House, which served as a hospital during and after the battle, may be arranged.
Visit the Virginia's Civil War Trails website or call 888-CIVIL-WAR to learn more about this site. Trail travel packages are available as well; call 1-800-769-5912 for details.
Hours
Dawn - dusk. Visitor center, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 - 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Location
The park is at 6541 Saylers Creek Road, Rice, Va. From U.S. 460, take Route 617 (Saylers Creek Rd.) to the park. From U.S. 360, take State Route 307 (connecting highway between U.S. 360 and U.S. 460) to Route 617 North (Saylers Creek Rd.).
Its address is 6541 Saylers Creek Road, Rice, VA 23966; Latitude, 37.178810. Longitude, -78.137372.
Drive Time: Northern Virginia, three to three and a half hours; Richmond, one to one and a half hours; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, two and a half to three hours; Roanoke, two hours
Park Size
341 acres.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/sailors-creek
175 acre natural area located on West Third Street. A 35 acre lake is the centerpiece of this picturesque recreational area. Amenities include a children’s play area, skateboard park, the Sarah Terry Trail, soccer fields, and a private island which can be reserved to host parties, weddings, and other social events.
The Sarah Terry Walking Trail encompasses the entire area of Wilck's Lake. The walking trail begins at the Wilck's Lake boat ramp parking lot near the Skateboard Park, then continues onto the sidewalk on West Third at Little Feats Daycare, ending back at the boat ramp parking lot. The total length of the trail is 1.6 miles.
The Farmville Blueway Paddle Trail is a protected stream corridor maintained for recreational canoeing and kayaking. The blueway includes portions of Wilcks Lake, Buffalo Creek and the Appomattox River. This four mile water trail begins on the east end of Wilcks Lake at the boat ramp, crosses the lake to its west side, enters Buffalo Creek and continues down the Appomattox River to the take-out at Riverside Park. A short portage connects Wilcks Lake to Buffalo Creek. The trail may be paddled in its entirety or in two stages - the Upper Blueway or Lower Blueway. Paddle times range from one hour to three depending on the length of the trail and water conditions. Brochures are available at the Farmville Town Office, the Farmville-Prince Edward Community Library, Virginia's Heartland Regional Visitor Center and the Friends of the Appomattox Web site.
http://far-va.org/documents/Blueway%20Brochure%20quadfold%202014.pdf
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Wilck's Lake Park
Wilck's Lake Isle175 acre natural area located on West Third Street. A 35 acre lake is the centerpiece of this picturesque recreational area. Amenities include a children’s play area, skateboard park, the Sarah Terry Trail, soccer fields, and a private island which can be reserved to host parties, weddings, and other social events.
The Sarah Terry Walking Trail encompasses the entire area of Wilck's Lake. The walking trail begins at the Wilck's Lake boat ramp parking lot near the Skateboard Park, then continues onto the sidewalk on West Third at Little Feats Daycare, ending back at the boat ramp parking lot. The total length of the trail is 1.6 miles.
The Farmville Blueway Paddle Trail is a protected stream corridor maintained for recreational canoeing and kayaking. The blueway includes portions of Wilcks Lake, Buffalo Creek and the Appomattox River. This four mile water trail begins on the east end of Wilcks Lake at the boat ramp, crosses the lake to its west side, enters Buffalo Creek and continues down the Appomattox River to the take-out at Riverside Park. A short portage connects Wilcks Lake to Buffalo Creek. The trail may be paddled in its entirety or in two stages - the Upper Blueway or Lower Blueway. Paddle times range from one hour to three depending on the length of the trail and water conditions. Brochures are available at the Farmville Town Office, the Farmville-Prince Edward Community Library, Virginia's Heartland Regional Visitor Center and the Friends of the Appomattox Web site.
http://far-va.org/documents/Blueway%20Brochure%20quadfold%202014.pdf
Sunchase Cinema 8
215 Sunchase Blvd http://www.sunchasecinema8.com
Briery Creek has some great fishing stocked with bass, crappie, sunfish, catfish, and grass carp. My husband fishes even in his dreams. If he isn't out on his boat he is puttering the barn messing with his boat and gear. He has a lot of seasonal knowledge to share with the avid fisherman! This is a no swimming lake and is 9.9 HP restricted lake.
Briery Creek Lake Boat Ramp
Briery Creek has some great fishing stocked with bass, crappie, sunfish, catfish, and grass carp. My husband fishes even in his dreams. If he isn't out on his boat he is puttering the barn messing with his boat and gear. He has a lot of seasonal knowledge to share with the avid fisherman! This is a no swimming lake and is 9.9 HP restricted lake.
Farmville Parks & Recreation
3672 North Main Streethttp://www.sunchasecinema8.com/?p=movie&id=Zootopia
Sightseeing
High Bridge Trail State Park is a multi-use trail ideally suited for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Its centerpiece is the majestic High Bridge, which is more than 2,400 feet long and 160 feet above the Appomattox River. The magestic bridge was built in 1853 as part of the South Side Railroad. One of the last battles of the Civil War took place here April 6 and 7, 1865. The war ended two days later at Appomattox.
Entrances - Parking availability:
Rice's Depot Road, 1/4-mile off U.S. 460 at Rice, near trail milepost 142
River Road, three miles off N. Main St. in Farmville, near trail milepost 146
Osborne Road, 1/4-mile off N. Main St. in Farmville, near trail milepost 149
Municipal lots in Farmville where the trail intersects with Main St. near trail milepost 150
Tuggle Road, off U.S. 460 and near U.S. 15 North, near trail milepost 156
Prospect Road, off U.S. 460 at Prospect, near trail milepost 161
Elam, off U.S. 460 at Sulpher Spring Rd., near trail milepost 164
Heights School Rd., of U.S. Business 460 near Pamplin, near trail milepost 168
AMENITIES
Family Friendly
Pet Friendly
PRICE INFORMATION
Parking fee
High Bridge Trail
High Bridge TrailHigh Bridge Trail State Park is a multi-use trail ideally suited for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Its centerpiece is the majestic High Bridge, which is more than 2,400 feet long and 160 feet above the Appomattox River. The magestic bridge was built in 1853 as part of the South Side Railroad. One of the last battles of the Civil War took place here April 6 and 7, 1865. The war ended two days later at Appomattox.
Entrances - Parking availability:
Rice's Depot Road, 1/4-mile off U.S. 460 at Rice, near trail milepost 142
River Road, three miles off N. Main St. in Farmville, near trail milepost 146
Osborne Road, 1/4-mile off N. Main St. in Farmville, near trail milepost 149
Municipal lots in Farmville where the trail intersects with Main St. near trail milepost 150
Tuggle Road, off U.S. 460 and near U.S. 15 North, near trail milepost 156
Prospect Road, off U.S. 460 at Prospect, near trail milepost 161
Elam, off U.S. 460 at Sulpher Spring Rd., near trail milepost 164
Heights School Rd., of U.S. Business 460 near Pamplin, near trail milepost 168
AMENITIES
Family Friendly
Pet Friendly
PRICE INFORMATION
Parking fee
Shopping
Green Front has everything you can imagine under the sun whether it is antiques, name brand furniture, persian rugs, outdoor furniture, bronze fountains, lighting, or Christmas decor. They converted 12 three story (plus basement in some) brick warehouses into one of the largest retail shopping experiences you will find in Virginia! When you get hungry from all the treasure hunting, take a great at Charley's Waterfront Cafe!
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Green Front Furniture
316 N Main StGreen Front has everything you can imagine under the sun whether it is antiques, name brand furniture, persian rugs, outdoor furniture, bronze fountains, lighting, or Christmas decor. They converted 12 three story (plus basement in some) brick warehouses into one of the largest retail shopping experiences you will find in Virginia! When you get hungry from all the treasure hunting, take a great at Charley's Waterfront Cafe!
Walmart Supercenter
1800 Peery DrEssentials
Farmville Laundry Land Laundromat
1206 W 3rd StEd's Family Dry Cleaners
Parks & Nature
Sandy river has some great fishing stocked with bass, crappie, sunfish, catfish, and grass carp. My husband fishes even in his dreams. If he isn't out on his boat he is puttering the barn messing with his boat and gear. He has a lot of seasonal knowledge to share with the avid fisherman! This is a no swimming lake and is 9.9 HP restricted lake.
Sandy River Reservoir Boat Ramp
Reservoir RoadSandy river has some great fishing stocked with bass, crappie, sunfish, catfish, and grass carp. My husband fishes even in his dreams. If he isn't out on his boat he is puttering the barn messing with his boat and gear. He has a lot of seasonal knowledge to share with the avid fisherman! This is a no swimming lake and is 9.9 HP restricted lake.
High Bridge Trail State Park is the newest addition to the Virginia State Park System and the Town of Farmville! Three and a half miles of the trail travel through the heart of Farmville, and it is open for non-motorized activities. Upon completion, the trail encompass 33.5 miles for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
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High Bridge Trail State Park
High Bridge Trail State Park is the newest addition to the Virginia State Park System and the Town of Farmville! Three and a half miles of the trail travel through the heart of Farmville, and it is open for non-motorized activities. Upon completion, the trail encompass 33.5 miles for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
Twin Lakes State Park is located in the Green Bay area of Prince Edward County. Centrally located, it hosts a variety of activities. Swimming, camping, fishing, canoeing and hiking are popular activities at the park. There are also cabins and campsites available for rental.
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Twin Lakes State Park
788 Twin Lakes RdTwin Lakes State Park is located in the Green Bay area of Prince Edward County. Centrally located, it hosts a variety of activities. Swimming, camping, fishing, canoeing and hiking are popular activities at the park. There are also cabins and campsites available for rental.
Holiday Lake State Park, located in the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest, is a fisherman’s dream. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, crappie and bluegill are abundant in the 150-acre lake within the park. The nearby state Department of Game and Inland Fisheries delayed-harvest trout stream allows anglers to fish for brown and rainbow trout. There are also excellent trails open to hikers, bikers and equestrians.
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Holiday Lake
Holiday Lake State Park, located in the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest, is a fisherman’s dream. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, crappie and bluegill are abundant in the 150-acre lake within the park. The nearby state Department of Game and Inland Fisheries delayed-harvest trout stream allows anglers to fish for brown and rainbow trout. There are also excellent trails open to hikers, bikers and equestrians.
General Information
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features rolling grasslands, quiet forests and beautiful views, as well as 3 miles of shoreline along the James River. Visitors can hike, bike, canoe, kayak, fish or tent camp on the banks of the historic river or at Branch Pond. Facilities include cabins, a visitor center, a gift shop, a camp store, a natural playground, picnic shelters, multi-use trails, boat launches, water/electric campgrounds and equestrian camping. The park also has a universally accessible fishing pier and a .25-mile-long wheelchair accessible trail around Green Hill Pond. James River State Park Outdoor Adventures, a full-service canoe livery, provides canoe, kayak and tube rentals as well as shuttle services. For more information about the livery (open seasonally), call 434-933-8682. The park is also a great place to view the annual James River Batteau Festival. A replica of one of the unusual vessels is on display at the visitor center.
To minimize the potentially harmful impact on wildlife and reduce debris in the park, James River is a trash-in, trash-out facility. Guests will find trash collection sites at the canoe landing campground, Red Oak Campground, near the cabin area entrance and by the park entrance.
Hours
Dawn to dusk.
Location
Buckingham County. From U.S. 60 West, turn right onto Route 605 (Riverside Dr.) at the James River Bridge. Travel seven miles, then turn left onto Route 606.
Its address is 104 Green Hill Drive, Gladstone, VA 24553; Latitude, 37.623271. Longitude, -78.809896.
From Richmond, travel west on Rt. 60 towards Amherst for about 95 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 605 (Riverside Dr.), and go 7 miles to the park entrance on the left.
From Lynchburg, travel east on 460 to Appomattox. Take the Rt. 26 exit (Business 460). Turn left at stop light onto Rt. 26 (Oakville Rd.). Continue about 12 miles to stop sign at Rt. 60 and go straight across Rt. 60 onto Rt. 605 (Riverside Dr.). Continue 7 miles to the park entrance on left.
From Charlottesville, travel south on Rt. 29 and take the Rt. 60 east exit in Amherst. Travel 15 miles, then turn left on Rt. 605 (Riverside Drive). Go 7 miles and turn left at park entrance.
From Farmville, travel Rt. 15 north to Dillwyn, Sprouses Corner. Turn left onto Rt. 60 west and continue for about 25 miles. Turn right on Rt. 605 (Riverside Dr.) and go about 7 miles to park entrance on left.
Drive Time: Northern Va., three hours; Richmond, two hours; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, four hours; Roanoke, two hours; Charlottesville, one and a half hours; Lynchburg, 50 minutes.
Park Size
1,561 acres.
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James River State Park
General Information
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features rolling grasslands, quiet forests and beautiful views, as well as 3 miles of shoreline along the James River. Visitors can hike, bike, canoe, kayak, fish or tent camp on the banks of the historic river or at Branch Pond. Facilities include cabins, a visitor center, a gift shop, a camp store, a natural playground, picnic shelters, multi-use trails, boat launches, water/electric campgrounds and equestrian camping. The park also has a universally accessible fishing pier and a .25-mile-long wheelchair accessible trail around Green Hill Pond. James River State Park Outdoor Adventures, a full-service canoe livery, provides canoe, kayak and tube rentals as well as shuttle services. For more information about the livery (open seasonally), call 434-933-8682. The park is also a great place to view the annual James River Batteau Festival. A replica of one of the unusual vessels is on display at the visitor center.
To minimize the potentially harmful impact on wildlife and reduce debris in the park, James River is a trash-in, trash-out facility. Guests will find trash collection sites at the canoe landing campground, Red Oak Campground, near the cabin area entrance and by the park entrance.
Hours
Dawn to dusk.
Location
Buckingham County. From U.S. 60 West, turn right onto Route 605 (Riverside Dr.) at the James River Bridge. Travel seven miles, then turn left onto Route 606.
Its address is 104 Green Hill Drive, Gladstone, VA 24553; Latitude, 37.623271. Longitude, -78.809896.
From Richmond, travel west on Rt. 60 towards Amherst for about 95 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 605 (Riverside Dr.), and go 7 miles to the park entrance on the left.
From Lynchburg, travel east on 460 to Appomattox. Take the Rt. 26 exit (Business 460). Turn left at stop light onto Rt. 26 (Oakville Rd.). Continue about 12 miles to stop sign at Rt. 60 and go straight across Rt. 60 onto Rt. 605 (Riverside Dr.). Continue 7 miles to the park entrance on left.
From Charlottesville, travel south on Rt. 29 and take the Rt. 60 east exit in Amherst. Travel 15 miles, then turn left on Rt. 605 (Riverside Drive). Go 7 miles and turn left at park entrance.
From Farmville, travel Rt. 15 north to Dillwyn, Sprouses Corner. Turn left onto Rt. 60 west and continue for about 25 miles. Turn right on Rt. 605 (Riverside Dr.) and go about 7 miles to park entrance on left.
Drive Time: Northern Va., three hours; Richmond, two hours; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, four hours; Roanoke, two hours; Charlottesville, one and a half hours; Lynchburg, 50 minutes.
Park Size
1,561 acres.