Floyd Virginia in the Blue Ridge Mountains: Ham radio

This post was written by Jason Gallimore.

Take a look at all the cool opportunities

for Campers !

We LOVE Summer and We LOVE you!

We know that times are so different than they were last summer, but we all need to do our best to make the most out 2020 by embracing socially-distanced group outings, spending more time with our close friends and loved ones and by getting out and enjoying the fresh air and beautiful splendor that the Blue Ridge Mountains offer this time of year!

While many of our annual events have been cancelled for this season, our campground is in full operation. We're closely following guidelines from both the Commonwealth of Virginia and federal agencies to be sure that your stay with us is not only safe, but a memorable one.

RV & TENT CAMPING BECOME A FAVORITE FOR SOCIALLY DISTANCED FAMILY FUN!

While much of what we do in our day to day lives has changed over the past few months, camping has become an increasingly popular way to get out of the house and have some family fun while maintaining a safe distance from others.

Here at Chantilly Farm we're lucky to have some of the best camping you'll find in Southwestern Virginia and we're close to so many amazing outdoor recreational opportunities!

If you haven't already, consider making the Chantilly Farm Campground your base camp for exploring our region and tap into some of the fun activities that we have within a short drive. Maybe you'd enjoy a ride on one of the many ziplines at Buffalo Mountain Ziplines, a hike on one of the region's many outdoor trails, a tasting at a local winery, a walk around our historic downtown or a float down the river with our friends at On The Water? There's still so much to see and do this summer, so what are you waiting for?!

On site at the campground, you'll find clean bath house facilities, free wi-fi, miles of hiking/biking trails, badminton, and you can even try your hand at a round of two of disc golf on our 9-hole leisure course. Don't forget, you don't have to be camping with us to enjoy the trails or the disc golf, just stop by and check in!

RV and tent camping reservations can be made by calling (540)808-4984. Give us a call today and we'll get you set up!

UPDATES ON EVENTS

Due to the ongoing difficulties and restrictions on hosting events, many of our annual events were cancelled for this year and we know you miss them as much as we do. Below is a current list of late-summer/fall events with their current status. If you have additional questions please email chantillyfarm@gmail.com or call (540)808-4984.

FLOYD AUTO FAIR: Postponed until July 16-18, 2021

BUSES AT CHANTILLY CAMPOUT/ August 18-19: Registered guests only, not open to public

JAM ON THE HILL CAMPOUT/ August 18-19: Registered guests only, not open to public

CONTINUE TO CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR EVENT UPDATES!

CHANTILLY FARM PAVILION STAGE WAS PERFECT SETTING FOR OUTDOOR DANCE RECITAL

When the owners of Rocky Mount based, Raise the Barre Dance Studio were left without a place to do their annual dance recital, they turned to Chantilly Farm to host a beautifully organized, socially distanced outdoor recital for this year as opposed to their traditional indoor recitals.

The weather was brilliant last Saturday and attendees and dancers both raved about the new outdoor concept! Families brought picnic lunches to enjoy while watching their favorite performers and many guests camped throughout the weekend.

OUR BLUE MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE VILLAGE IS A PERFECT SPOT FOR GROUP CAMPOUTS

THIS SUMMER AND FALL

Chantilly Farm has partnered with Blue Mountain Adventures to provide an incredible space for a weekend getaway or small to medium sized group campouts.

A beautifully appointed platform tent provides a memorable 'glamping' experience complete with outdoor grill, very comfortable bed with bedding, sitting areas, a dresser for storage, a great sitting porch and more. Electicity is not available in this area, but you're a short walk or ride from one of our two bath house facilities.

Two additional platforms exist in this area and with advance notice we can provide two smaller tents for your group like the ones pictured above.

To make a group camping reservation or to reserve the platform glamping tent, give us a call at (540)808-4984 and we'll get you set up for the perfect weekend away!

STOP BY AND ENJOY OUR MANY TRAILS AND OUR POPULAR 9-HOLE DISC GOLF COURSE

Our well-designed 9-hole leisure disc golf course is perfect for families or groups of friends who are looking for a competitive, fun, socially-distanced outdoor activity that's absolutely free!

Bring your own discs or discs can be rented from our camp store during regular hours. Just stop by, park in the area marked Day Parking near the camp store, check in and play for the day!

Also on site, you'll find miles of hiking and biking trails designed by our great friend and cyclist, Paul Sullivan. Make your way through the twists, turns and switchbacks that take you on a tour of some of the most beautiful parts of the farm. Trails are open for both camping guests and the general public.

OUR INDOOR EVENTS BARN IS PERFECT FOR SMALL GATHERINGS THIS FALL

Do you need a climate controlled indoor facility for a small event this fall, then consider our indoor events space at the farm!

With 4,000 square feet inside and lots of room to roam outside, this is the perfect space for small groups who need to gather while maintaing social distancing. The facility includes a warming kitchen, wi-fi, restrooms, a mezzanine, lots of parking and more.

Call Jason at (540)353-5898 to schedule a tour or to learn more about our affordable rental rates for this fall and winter.

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David Larsen
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"by David Larsen" Chantilly Farm owner, Computer Historian, and amateur radio operator -KK4WW & N4USA . I work out of one of the Tiny Homes at Chantilly Farm. A great place to work if you like the to be out in nature. I am 81 and ready to sell Chantilly Farm - I have a few more projects I would like to do - if you have an interest to know more give me a call. 540 392 2392

We have been very busy with building infrastructure this year at Chantilly - New projects includes camping facilities for Rv's and Tent campers - completed ; New mulitpurpose barn getting closed to being finished. The Country Store constructed their annex at Chantilly Farm. More roads and a third Commercial entrance off Franklin Pike. Chantilly water system approved for public use. The barn construction is still in progress and a few pictures below show it looks on the festival grounds.

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Barn at Chantilly Farm - Floyd Virginia

View of Barn, County Store annex and bath house from hill.

Barn at Chantilly Farm - Floyd Virginia

View of Stage, Barn and Country Store annex from shade area in the woods.

Barn at Chantilly Farm - Floyd Virginia

View of barn from festival field - the mezzanine is accessed thought the white door on the side at ground level. 40 foot deck on the festival side of building accessed though 3 sliding glass doors off the mezzanine.