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Looking for an unhurried, spacious and totally relaxing getaway where you don’t have to fight crowds and long waits? While fast-paced, whirlwind vacations can be exhilarating, sometimes you just want to kick back, enjoy nature at its finest, and sooth your soul. When a chillax style is more to your liking, consider this country-estate design set on 340 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Warning: with private patios and an idyllic setting in the midst of horse farms and wine country, you may never want to leave this expansive luxury resort in Middleburg, Virginia.

The Salamander Resort & Spa is designed to blend into the natural environment.
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It is located just 40 miles west of Washington Dulles International Airport, making it easy to reach.
The day starts beautifully...
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...and ends equally as spectacular.
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Rooms feature private patios with views you won't want to leave.
The rooms are classy and comfortable.
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You'll be able to get the royal treatment here as well.
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The resort features 168 luxurious rooms and suites, a 23,000-square-foot spa.

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You'll love lounging in the infinity pool.
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The level of activity here is strictly up to you!
A full-service equestrian center is on premises.
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Guests of all equestrian levels can take rides throughout the premises.
Ziplining is a more active option for seeing the lush mountainside.
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Dogs can definitely have their day while here as well.
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The pet-friendly retreat offers dog activities, special foods, walks, and entertainment.
Salamander features a dedicated cooking studio and wine bar.
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The desserts are to die-for, so leave the dieting thoughts at home!
Outdoor fire pits are on hand to keep you outdoors and content, even as the weather cools.
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Resort Owner Sheila Johnson has created an environmentally sensitive destination by placing 252 of the resort’s acres into a conservation easement; the property is one of the first luxury destination resort and spas in the U.S. to achieve LEED (Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design) certification.

The Salamander Resort & Spa is located at 500 N. Pendleton St. in Middleburg, Virginia. You can book directly or find out more information. For more about the location, you’ll want to read up on the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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