Area Information
The Northern Piedmont, which includes Fauquier, Culpeper, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock Counties, is an area historical importance and numerous Civil War battle sites. It is served by US Highways 15,29 & 17 and is approximately 60 miles southwest of Washington, DC. Land grants in the Northern Piedmont date back to the 17th century and the beginnings of our country.
This area is world renowned for horse sports: foxhunting, steeplechase racing, polo, dressage, and show jumping. Fauquier County is home to the Virginia Gold Cup and International Gold Cup Steeplechase Races. The Northern Piedmont is the destination for outdoor-lovers of every variety.
This area also enjoys convenient access to the Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive, Blue Ridge Parkway in addition to several State Parks and National Battlefield Parks. Some of the top fly fishing streams in Virginia are located in our area. You can also enjoy the many vineyards and wineries the Northern Piedmont is famous for.
Golfing opportunities include Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville,Virginia; historic Fauquier Springs Country Club and large selection of private and public courses.
There's much to see and do in and around Virgina's Northern Piedmont. Come on by our United Country office the next chance you get and let us help you find your freedom!
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