Shopping and Dining

Residents with homes in Brandy Station can head to Culpeper for their everyday essentials.  Stores like Weis, Target, Martin’s, and Walmart are perfect for groceries and other household items.  Kohls, TJMaxx, and Dick’s Sporting Goods have apparel and other household and sporting goods.  For unique one of a kind gifts, take a drive down Davis Street to visit the many boutiques.   The Cameleer has jewelry, clothing, home décor, and accessories from all over the world.  Le Monkey House sells quirky clothing and stationary sure to make someone laugh.  Jewell Tone Music offers music and vocal lessons.  Locally in Brandy Station, Hardwood Artisans creates beautiful solid wood furniture that is meant to last a lifetime and beyond.

There are numerous dining options available in Culpeper as well.  Coming into Culpeper from Brandy Station on Route 15 will place you near Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Sweet Frog, Chili’s and Panera Bread.  To support small business, enjoy lunch at Taqueria La Tapatia or head towards Davis Street to eat at Grill 309.  You can also try out Pinto Thai or enjoy some meat and potatoes at Piedmont Steakhouse.

Things to Do

Located in Brandy Station, the Graffiti House was used as a hospital during the Civil War by both Union and Confederate soldiers.  The upstairs walls are covered with the signatures of the patients and soldiers passing through the area.  The Brandy Station Foundation works toward completing more research into the history of the home and restoring and preserving the home.  You can tour the home and learn more about the impact of the Civil War in the area.  Nearby, the Brandy Station Battlefield Park gives visitors a glimpse at the field where the largest calvary battle in American history took place.  Right next to the park is the Culpeper Regional Airport-home to the yearly Culpeper Air Fest.  If you have little ones with lots of energy, check out Bounce with Us, an indoor playground of numerous bounce houses convenient for anyone with homes in Brandy Station.  You can also take a drive up Route 29 to Moo Thru; a local ice cream spot known for its fresh real ice cream offered in a variety of flavors and forms from cones to milkshakes and sundaes.  For fresh farm produce, a trip to Messick’s Farm Market will stock up your refrigerator and pantry.  Fresh produce from local farms, dairy items, meats, honey, jams, and old fashioned candy all line the shelves of the Market.  Messick’s has events throughout the year too.