Pumpkinfest, Wine Events, Beltie Video, and Holiday Packages!

Join us for Pumpkinfest!
The Village Center will host our annual Halloween Pumpkinfest on Sunday, October 30th from 6pm to 8pm. Stroll the village paths and enjoy the spectacular pumpkins intricately carved by Fearrington's gardeners and chefs, listen to live bluegrass from Guilty Pleasures, visit with Belties, and enjoy Spooky Storytime for the little ones at McIntyre's Books at 6pm and 6:30pm. The Shops will be open until 8pm, and The Fearrington Granary will serve family-style dinner (first come, first served) from 5pm-8pm. As always, this event is free and open to the public.

The Story of our belties: New VIdeo
Have you ever wondered how these rare Scottish cattle with white belts came to dot the pastures of Fearrington Village? In our newest video, Fearrington's Proprietor R.B. Fitch tells how the Belted Galloway came to be the property's mascot years ago. You'll also hear from Farm Manager Bob Strowd, the caretaker of all of our cows, who offers insight about the Belties' daily life here at Fearrington and their special role in the community.

Spa Specials, Now on Facebook!
As a special treat for our Facebook fans, we recently began announcing midweek specials at The Spa at Fearrington every Friday! Valid Tuesday through Thursday of the following week, Friday specials that have been featured so far include special pricing on treatments for hands and feet, massages, and signature Elemis anti-aging facials. This week's special: book any 60 or 90 minute massage and enjoy 25% off any manicure or pedicure service. Sign up here to follow us!

Dovecote Adds Another Trunk Show
Last month we told you about the exciting designers visiting the shop this fall, and now we have added another! Dovecote will now host a trunk show for Linda Richards' luxury fur coats, vests and scarves on Saturday and Sunday, November 5th and 6th. The October shows mentioned previously will feature AJS Designs (October 8th and 9th), Bittersweet Designs (October 15th and 16th) and Angelrox (October 22nd and 23rd). We look forward to seeing you this fall!

Wine Class: Everything but Champagne
Wine Director Maximilian Kast's popular series of wine classes at The Fearrington Granary continues on Thursday, November 10th with a class that's all about bubbly. Max says, "we all love to see that sparkle in the glass, a perfect storm of bubbles rising up like a twister to the top of a just-poured glass. So in an effort to expand our repertoire of all that sparkles we will explore the wines of Franciacorta, Cava, the Loire Valley, Prosecco, and yes maybe even Slovenia." $35 per guest, not including tax, includes light hors d'oeuvres prepared by Chef Colin Bedford. Classes meet at 5pm at Galloways. Call (919) 542-2121.

This year's Final Wine Maker Dinner
Join Max Kast on Sunday, November 13th for the final Wine Maker Dinner of the 2011! Founder of Perception Winery Mark Ray joins us for this dinner. Ray started as a Sommelier in Charleston, SC. On a visit to Napa Valley he made the decision that what he really wanted to do was to make wine. From that moment on he worked with some of the best winemakers in the country. In 2007 he ventured out along with his partners Shane MacNicolas and Dean Felber to start Perception Winery. $125 per person, includes an hors d'oeuvres reception, excludes tax and gratuity. Call (919) 542-2121 to make your reservation.

Don't wait to Make holiday Reservations
Reservations are beginning to fill up for the holidays at our restaurants! The Fearrington House Restaurant will offer Thanksgiving luncheon, Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Luncheon and New Year's Eve dinner. Click here to reserve online at The Fearrington House. The Fearrington Granary will serve a three course Thanksgiving luncheon from 12pm to 4pm, and reservations are also available online here. Call (919) 542-2121 for reservations and details, or reserve online using the links above.

Relais & Chateaux comes to Fearrington
Last week we were honored to host the Relais & Chateaux Eastern Regional Meeting here at The Fearrington House. Owners, managers and chefs from properties all over the Eastern US, Canada and the Caribbean were in attendance, including our fellow Route du Bonheur partners The Inn at Little Washington in Virginia and The Jefferson in Washington, DC. Fearrington's proprietor R.B. Fitch is pictured to the right with Patrick O'Connell, renowned chef from The Inn at Little Washington. View a gallery of photos from the event here!

Now is the time to plan a fall getaway
Crisp autumn air, stunning fall foliage and savory seasonal flavors from local farms make The Fearrington House the perfect place to celebrate one of North Carolina's most beautiful seasons. The Fall Getaway Package includes one night's stay, a three-course dinner at The Fearrington House Restaurant, afternoon tea, a full breakfast and a $25 gift card for shopping. From $435 per couple. Limited availability October 1st through November 30th, 2011. Reservations can be made online or by calling (919) 542-2121.

Relax at Fearrington over The Holidays
Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and enjoy a relaxing celebration together at The Fearrington House this year. The inn offers special retreat packages for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve that feature intimate dinners, festive lunches and luxurious accommodations. With award-winning service, a tranquil country setting, and enchanting holiday decorations all around, there really is no place like Fearrington for the holidays. Call (919) 542-2121 to make your reservations. View all of our inn packages here.

Bluegrass Experience's 40th Anniversary
ChathamArts presents The Bluegrass Experience's 40th Anniversary Concert at The Barn in Fearrington on Friday, November 4th at 8pm. Renowned author Clyde Edgerton will host the evening as this legendary band returns to The Barn to celebrate a landmark year. Come see co-founder Tommy Edwards along with Thomas "Snuffy" Smith on bass, Stan Brown on banjo, Mike Aldridge on mandolin and Al McCanless on fiddle. Doors open at 7pm and the concert starts 8pm. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 day of show, and are available at McIntyre's Books and www.chathamarts.org.

To learn about living in Fearrington Village, stop by the Real Estate Sales Office
in the Village Center or call us at (919) 542-4000.