Primland Resort

The third weekend in October marked a getaway that we have been looking forward to all year. Typically, the third weekend in October has always been designated for Peaks of Otter (a tradition going back since R was little). However, last October, it was announced that Peaks of Otter would be closing in November 2012 and gave no idea of when it would re-open. Mom and Dad K decided to look into other places to ensure we could still all get together every third weekend in October and keep the tradition going, even if it was at a new location. They ended up finding a place called Primland Resort, located in the Meadows of Dan, Virginia (http://primland.com/). Primland has additional activities not listed on their website that are catered to each particular weekend (seasonal, etc.). I would say this is one of Virginia's best kept secrets. None of us had ever heard of it and within the year, many magazines and websites have started to catch wind of this gem nestled along the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Mom and Dad were able to score a fantastic cabin (Woodchuck) for the long weekend with some of the most amazing views and incredibly private. The cabin itself was so much more than any of us were expecting. Mom and I especially enjoyed being able to relax and chat in the hot tub each night. The guys spent hours at the disc golf course that runs through the resort. And of course, we all ate really well. First night was hot dogs and s'mores; second night was buffalo chicken salads; third night was seafood and sausage gumbo. One morning was pumpkin waffles and sausage.

We had lunch and probably enjoyed a little too much wine at Chateau Morrisette (http://www.thedogs.com/). Any of the pictures below with scenery are taken from either the back porch or somewhere in the yard at the cabin. Gorgeous views all times of the day! Needless to say, we already have reservations for next year.

Chateau Morrisette Restaurant

Fall pillow that Mom K made for us! :-)

He's awake!!!

Chateau Morrisette Winery