Posted in Virginia August 28, 2017 by

The Market Inside This Old Fashioned Dairy Barn Is The Cutest Lunch Spot In Virginia

Virginia has plenty of historic sites doubling as other attractions, and this lunch spot is no exception. Located in a former milking house of a dairy preserve, the Milk House Market is perhaps one of the cutest lunch spots in the entire state. It’s here you can enjoy a picnic lunch made up of fine deli meats, local cheeses, and other delicious accoutrements. So should you find yourself in the Bath County area, you’ll want to put this spot at the top of your itinerary.

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The Milk House Market is located at the Old Dairy, just a quick drive from the Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, VA.
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The Market's exact address is 46 Old Dairy Road, Warm Springs, VA 24484.
The Old Dairy has an extensive history in the Warm Springs community and continues to invite visitors and guests to explore the gorgeous grounds.
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Built in 1928, the Old Dairy complex was once the old commercial dairy in all of Bath County.
The Milk House functions primarily as a grocery store for visitors to pick up pantry staples and locally curated meats and cheeses.
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After sitting abandoned for decades and a nearly $6 million renovations, the entire dairy complex is a fascinating site to tour.
Step inside, and you'll be charmed by the gourmet feel of this market, which offers a little bit of everything.
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But if you're just stopping through for lunch, you'll want to order a specialty sandwich to enjoy right on the property.
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Photographed above is a local favorite known as "the Jackson," complete with local turkey, cheese, arugula, and pepper jelly on a croissant.
You might even consider opting for one of the made-to-order picnic baskets.
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Can you imagine a lovelier set-up for enjoying some of Virginia's finest food and views?
Whether you're stopping by for the history of this Virginia Landmark or simply in the mood for a quality sandwich, you can't go wrong with a trip to the Milk House Market.
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Have you visited this unique lunch spot in Virginia? If so, be sure to share your experiences there with us! For related content, you can read about Virginia’s Incredibly Charming Riverside Cafe.