We’ve had a peachy summer at Carter Mountain, but it’s time to turn our attention to fall’s bounty: apples are ready to for picking! If you’ve got your eye on a specific recipe, follow …
The Chiles family has been farming in Central Virginia for over 100 years—in Crozet, Virginia, we're locals. Whether you’re looking for family fun, a romantic getaway, or even a solo pilgrimage, Crozet has …
We’ve all heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Here at Carter Mountain, we recommend a solid five apples a day. While we enjoy a crisp, raw apple (with …
The Chiles family has been farming in Central Virginia for over 100 years—you could say that we know a thing or two about what to do in Charlottesville, Virginia. Read on for our …
No matter how well-rounded your taste buds are, chances are your little ones (or maybe even the bigger ones in your family…*cough*) are picky eaters. You probably don’t need to be told twice …
Goodbye, Strawberries One of the longest strawberry seasons in recent history has drawn to a close. The berry fields have been picked bare, their fruit gone into jams, pies, and children's snack packs. There's …
Sweeter than apples and sturdier than berries, peaches are one of the most versatile fruits to cook with. Whether you bake 'em, grill 'em, or eat them fresh, peaches are a key ingredient …
2017 Cherry Season Has Come to a Close This past Sunday—June 18, 2017—marked the last day of a successful cherry season. This year we opened on May 26, giving us almost 3 sweet weeks …
Starting in June, the Mountain Grill is expanding its hours and serving a new farm-to-table, homestyle menu. Previously open only for Thursday dinners and special events, the Mountain Grill will now serve lunch …
We are thrilled to announce that Spring Valley Orchard will open for a short and sweet cherry season on Friday, May 26. Pick 'em while they're here—we anticipate sweet cherry season will last through …
