Amherst, VA
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.
Great place to stay with your pet
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
Nice clean, safe place with a nice morning breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
TRU by Hilton Lynchburg
The room was spotless and excellent customer service.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.
The Hall Bathroom door is very difficult to close. The door needs to be adjusted.The dining room chair have got to be replaced. The vinyl backs are all split and ready to fall apart. Possibly a safety issue at this point. The chains for the rear window shades are broken and not working properly.Two ...
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
The Modern Mountain Condo
Beautiful home that made the perfect mountain ski weekend. The host was great at communicating and made our trip wonderful and stress free!
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Lofty Pursuits: Spectacular View + EV Charger
From the moment we entered “Lofty Pursuits,” we knew we had reserved just the right place for our mini-vacation. The views, furnishings, cleanliness, and location were perfect. We came to relax, not ski, and we loved our five days. In summary, this was a truly cozy place to stay!One thing to note: ...
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Popular places to visit
Sweet Briar College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Sweet Briar College, during your trip to Amherst. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Winton Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Amherst at Winton Country Club. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.
Rebec Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rebec Vineyards during your travels to Amherst. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.
Mary Helen Cochran Library
Mary Helen Cochran Library is just one of the places to see in Amherst, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and shops.
Amherst County Museum and Historical Society
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Amherst County Museum and Historical Society during your trip to Amherst. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's entertainment venues.
Sweet Briar Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sweet Briar Museum during your trip to Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.
- Sweet Briar College
- Winton Country Club
- Wintergreen Resort
- Liberty University
- Virginia Military Institute
- Lynchburg College
- Virginia Safari Park
- Virginia Horse Center
- Washington and Lee University
- James River
- George Washington National Forest
- Walton's Mountain Museum
- Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery
- Southern Virginia University
- Jefferson National Forest
- Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
- Crabtree Falls
- Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
- VMI Museum
- Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
- Holliday Lake State Park
- Lovingston Winery
- Sherando Lake Recreation Area