Visit the Orchard
We’re glad you are visiting us! Here are some guidelines to help you make the most of your visit to Carter Mountain Orchard.
Donuts: Always in Season
Sweet dreams are made of these: our fresh apple cider donuts! Grab a pack from the Country Store, head out to our deck, kick up your feet, and enjoy.
Drink in the View
Come ‘n’ sample the fruits of our labor. Visit the Prince Michel Wineshop and the Bold Rock Cellar on the Mountain for a taste of local wine and hard cider made with our fruits. It’s farm to glass!.
Baked Apples with Sausage Stuffing Recipe
October 19, 2018
Sweet or savory, baked apples are the perfect treat on a crisp fall day. Ingredients 1 Tablespoon oil 2 Tablespoons butter 1 celery stalk, …
Peak Season Visitor Tips
October 18, 2018
We are in the thick of apple season! We have thousands of visitors in the month of October, so we’ve …
Apple Picking Tips
September 28, 2018
Apple picking with the family is the ultimate fall activity. In addition to our visitor guidelines, here are Farmer Henry’s …
Orchard Outlook: Apples
September 1, 2018
We love fall at the orchard! Farmer Henry’s got the outside scoop on how our favorite fall fruit is developing. …
Peach Cobbler Scone Recipe
August 6, 2018
Sweet, juicy peaches may be the ultimate treat on a hot summer day, but these peach cobbler scones will keep …
Orchards Earn 2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
June 1, 2018
Carter Mountain Orchard and Chiles Peach Orchard, our hometown’s favorite place to “pick-your-own” fruit, recently announced that they have each …
Inside the Orchard Kitchen: Pork BBQ
April 9, 2018
Hi, Outsiders. It’s Chef Stefan here. I’m a BBQ fanatic and I’m not alone: we smoked close to 5,000 pounds …
Carter Mountain Orchard Open for 2018 Season
March 30, 2018
It’s High Time for Some Mountain Air We’re kicking off the 2018 season with our 7th annual “Eggstravaganza” and Easter Egg …
Closed for 2017 Season
December 22, 2017
We’re hibernating ’til March 30, 2018 Thanks to all for a great year at Carter Mountain! From annual events, like our …
Eat This, Drink That: Mountain Grill and Bold Rock Pairings
September 7, 2017
There are few experiences more relaxing than settling onto a picnic table overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains and enjoying a …
Pick-Your-Own Apples Are Here
September 5, 2017
We’ve had a peachy summer at Carter Mountain, but it’s time to turn our attention to fall’s bounty: apples are …
5 Apples a Day
August 28, 2017
We’ve all heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Here at Carter Mountain, we recommend a …
Ladies Weekend in Charlottesville, VA
August 23, 2017
The Chiles family has been farming in Central Virginia for over 100 years—you could say that we know a thing …
Mountain Grill Expands with Farm-to-Table Menu
June 1, 2017
Starting in June, the Mountain Grill is expanding its hours and serving a new farm-to-table, homestyle menu. Previously open only …
Out-of-the-Box Gifts for Mom
May 9, 2017
Mother’s Day is right around the corner (May 14!) Whether you’re a planner or a last-minuter, Carter Mountain has you …
Calling All Outsiders
April 14, 2017
Hey there, Outsiders. You may have noticed some new language around the orchards and in our marketing. Here’s the inside …
Carter Mountain Named Best Apple Cider
April 10, 2017
Delish Magazine recently named Carter Mountain among the Best Spots for Apple Cider Across the Country. Apple Cider Recipe So what makes …
Carter Mountain Opens March 31 for 2017 Season
March 24, 2017
Spring has sprung and we’re getting ready for a great year on Carter Mountain. Despite this winter’s wacky weather, we’re excited …
Closed for the Season
December 19, 2016
The end of the season is upon us! Apples affected by hail don’t look as pretty, but are safe to eat! We’ve …
Carter Mountain Holiday Festivities
December 2, 2016
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Carter Mountain! Pancakes, pies, and holiday supplies—there’s something for everyone! Let …
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