Welcome to Fauquier County
The Heart of Hunt and Wine Country
Found at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Fauquier County’s picturesque rolling green hills provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor sport. The oldest county in Virginia, established in 1759, continues to grow and flourish today. The larger town of Warrenton provides access to shopping and dining while numerous wineries draw in visitors from around the northern Virginia area. With easy access to I-66, Route 29, and Route 15, many resident commute to northern Virginia or Culpeper for their jobs. Explore the homes in Fauquier County for sale below.
Homes in Fauquier County
For Commuters and Country Goers
Fauquier County has become a haven for commuters eager to leave the hustle of northern Virginia and Washington D.C. behind them. On the western side of county, you will find homes in Fauquier County on acreage with views. Home styles range from traditional colonials and ranches to historic homes and cabins. You will also find grand estates with multiple out buildings on the property and swimming pools. On the eastern half of Fauquier county the neighborhoods around Vint Hill and Warrenton offer community living and amenities. The ease of access to everyday essentials through towns like Warrenton, but the ability to drive for ten minutes and be surrounded by nature is what continues to call home buyers to Fauquier County.
Dining and Shopping in Fauquier County
Homes in Fauquier County are never too far from dining and shopping options. The town of Warrenton, including the downtown section offers numerous options for meals from fast food to fine dining. Third + Main has a delicious selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches to enjoy. Girasole, in the Plains, has authentic Italian cuisine. Red Truck Bakery, with locations in Warrenton and Marshall, has praise-worthy pies, cakes, muffins, and other delicious treats is a must stop place to visit.
Shopping options are plentiful. Warrenton has all the big stores you would expect-Target, Walmart, HomeGoods, and JoAnn Fabrics along with small business shops like The Purple Pumpkin and The Book Cellar. Find a little gift for someone at The Town Duck or explore the numerous antique stores throughout the county. Numerous farms throughout the county have pick your own produce available. You can grab some cherries or apples at Hartland Orchard, head over to Hollin Farms for a pumpkin, or grab some peaches and blackberries at Valley View Farm. Buckland Farm Market is open year round and has seasonal produce, bulk foods, jams, meats, a bakery, and ice cream.
Things to Do
With a home in Fauquier County you won’t have difficulty finding things to do on the weekend. Explore the 23 wineries throughout the county and have samples of wines while enjoying a picnic or listening to live music. Access the Appalachian Trail through Sky Meadows State Park, where you can also spend the day hiking through woodlands and taking in the scenic views. You can also enjoy an afternoon one of the numerous playgrounds throughout the Fauquier with your children, or go fishing on Lake Brittle. Take in a show through the Fauquier Community Theater or listen to a performance of the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra. Fauquier County is just a short drive from Shenandoah National Park.