A 106-acre Virginia Century Farm & Agritourism Destination on the James River — Scottsville, VA
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"Over a century in the Goodwin family. One hundred and six acres. A horseshoe bend on the James."
Belle Meade Farm has been in the Goodwin family for over a hundred years. A working Virginia Century Farm — one of only 7 in Buckingham County — with rolling pastures, cattle, a stocked fishing pond, river access, and the warm hospitality of a central Virginia agritourism destination that truly welcomes guests.
Belle Meade sits on land historically part of the Snowden Estate, with ties to Virginia's early colonial history and the Jeffersons of Albemarle County. The Smithsonian has conducted archaeological work at the Snowden site on the property.
Virginia is for Lovers — and Belle Meade is that Virginia. A romantic retreat for couples, a honeymoon destination, a home base for families, and a peaceful escape for anyone who needs to slow down. One mile south of historic Scottsville. Thirty minutes south of Charlottesville, Monticello, and UVA. Minutes from Mount Ida Reserve, 40+ wineries, and craft breweries — your base camp for Virginia wine country, the Blue Ridge Mountains, James River adventures, and agritourism experiences unlike anything else in central Virginia.
Two private suites — each with its own entrance, kitchen, living room, dining area, and patio. Book together for the complete Belle Meade experience.
Our original second-floor suite, perched above the farm with sweeping views of the James River. Private entrance and a dedicated patio with string lights and a fire pit.
A beautifully renovated ground-floor suite with its own private entrance and dedicated patio.
We have partnered with the James River Batteau Company to host weddings, corporate retreats, farm-to-table dinners, and private celebrations at our river entrance on Belle Meade Farm. Sailcloth tent, tobacco barrels, string lights at dusk, acoustic music, and the James River as your backdrop — whether you're planning a James River wedding near Charlottesville or a riverside dinner at the water's edge.
The James River Batteau Company brings the hospitality, the storytelling, and the magic. Together, it's one of the most unique event settings in central Virginia.
Questions about the farm, dates, or availability? Send us a note or call us directly.
Events at Belle Meade are hosted in partnership with the James River Batteau Company — weddings, Riverside Gatherings, Farm-to-Batteau Dinners, corporate retreats, and private celebrations at our river entrance.
For all event inquiries, contact the James River Batteau Company directly:
Rated 5.0 across every category — cleanliness, accuracy, check-in, communication, location, and value. 100% of reviews are 5 stars.
Guests consistently mention hospitality, the river, the views, the family atmosphere, and the comfort of the suite as the highlights of their stay.
Belle Meade draws guests from all over — families, couples, wedding parties, academics, and anyone who simply wants a quiet, beautiful place in central Virginia.
A fireplace, private entrance, river access at sunset, and farm quiet that genuinely restores — Belle Meade is made for couples. Anniversary celebrations, honeymoon stays, and Valentine's weekends. 30 min from Charlottesville wine country, 60 min from Richmond, 2.5 hrs from DC.
Thirty minutes south of the University of Virginia — a peaceful alternative to Charlottesville hotels. Families visiting for UVA Parents Weekend, prospective students, and UVA Medical Center visitors frequently choose Belle Meade as a quiet retreat close enough to campus for easy day trips.
A short drive from Monticello, Ash Lawn-Highland, Mount Ida Reserve, and 40+ wineries across central Virginia wine country. A natural home base for history and wine country itineraries.
Three outfitters minutes away for tubing, kayaking, and rafting. River access directly from the farm. This stretch of the James at the Scottsville horseshoe bend is one of the most scenic and accessible in all of central Virginia.
Pam and George Goodwin have farmed this land for decades. Their son Charlie grew up on the farm and now helps manage guest operations. Belle Meade has been in the Goodwin family for over a hundred years.
Pam and George live next door. You may see them around the farm during your stay — or you may not. Guests have their own private suites, their own entrances, their own dedicated patios. You can be as independent or as connected as you want.
The farm animals are part of daily life here. That's the real, working character of Belle Meade — and the reason guests keep coming back.
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