Wineries
Plan ahead. See each website for up to date info. May require reservations for flight tastings. Each listing below indicates each location near our home.
7.8 miles. Pretty setting. Their quality never disappoints.
20 Einheimische empfehlen
Black Ankle Vineyards
14463 Black Ankle Rd7.8 miles. Pretty setting. Their quality never disappoints.
13 miles. Nice! Near Thurmont. Check out Links Bridge Winery directly on the way to/from.
13 Einheimische empfehlen
Catoctin Breeze Vineyard
15010 Roddy Rd13 miles. Nice! Near Thurmont. Check out Links Bridge Winery directly on the way to/from.
11 miles. This winery borders south of I-70, just west of the New Market exit. Worth a visit.
6 Einheimische empfehlen
New Market Plains Vineyards
11111 W Baldwin11 miles. This winery borders south of I-70, just west of the New Market exit. Worth a visit.
5.9 miles. This winery is on the way to the house if coming from I-70; on your left as you are heading north on 75/Green Valley Rd, shortly past the the traffic light at Old Annapolis Road. 100-acre horse farm. Horses and wine! Can’t beat that!
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Hidden Hills Farm & Vineyard
7550 Green Valley Rd5.9 miles. This winery is on the way to the house if coming from I-70; on your left as you are heading north on 75/Green Valley Rd, shortly past the the traffic light at Old Annapolis Road. 100-acre horse farm. Horses and wine! Can’t beat that!
17 miles. Ranked #9 winery in America. Easy to get to. The prettiest drive is not the fastest route. Check website first for hours.
17 Einheimische empfehlen
Old Westminster Winery
1550 Old Westminster Rd17 miles. Ranked #9 winery in America. Easy to get to. The prettiest drive is not the fastest route. Check website first for hours.
Elk Run Winery
15113 Liberty Rd8.7 miles. On Rt 26. Lovely people and wine.
5.2 miles. Located on the banks of the Monocacy River. Directly on the way to/from Catoctin Breeze Winery. Lovely setting and wine.
Links Bridge Vineyards
8830 Old Links Bridge Rd5.2 miles. Located on the banks of the Monocacy River. Directly on the way to/from Catoctin Breeze Winery. Lovely setting and wine.
Loew vinyards
14001 Liberty Rd5.4 miles. On Rt 26
Serpent Ridge Vineyard
2962 Nicodemus Rd19 miles.
22 minutes. Check website for events info. The renovated barn offers a hip and historic vibe. Outdoor patio seating, indoor tasting bars, and event space host live music & popular events. A small plate food menu is always available. Friday 5-9pm Saturday/Sunday 12-6pm.
18 Einheimische empfehlen
Springfield Manor Winery Brewery and Distillery
11836 Auburn Rd22 minutes. Check website for events info. The renovated barn offers a hip and historic vibe. Outdoor patio seating, indoor tasting bars, and event space host live music & popular events. A small plate food menu is always available. Friday 5-9pm Saturday/Sunday 12-6pm.
6.4 miles away. Beautiful setting. Newly established. Their neighbor, Freys Brewery, also sells their wine if you can’t get appointment. M-F 8-5; Sat and Sun by appointment.
Libertas Estates
6.4 miles away. Beautiful setting. Newly established. Their neighbor, Freys Brewery, also sells their wine if you can’t get appointment. M-F 8-5; Sat and Sun by appointment.
Breweries
See each website for up to date info. May require reservations. This is not an all inclusive list; many more located in the City of Frederick
4.1 miles. Tom was an avid home brewer since 1972 and working with other Maryland farmers, brewers, and local elected officials, Tom helped get Maryland’s Farm Brewery law enacted in 2012. Shortly thereafter Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm was established, and the tasting room opened in June of 2013. Tom and Carolann are proud to have Maryland’s first Class 8 farm brewery.
9 Einheimische empfehlen
Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm
8253 Dollyhyde Rd4.1 miles. Tom was an avid home brewer since 1972 and working with other Maryland farmers, brewers, and local elected officials, Tom helped get Maryland’s Farm Brewery law enacted in 2012. Shortly thereafter Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm was established, and the tasting room opened in June of 2013. Tom and Carolann are proud to have Maryland’s first Class 8 farm brewery.
5.5 miles away. See website for up to date information. Firepits. Beer, coffee, TV, and mocktails.
Frey's Brewing Company - Farm Brewery & Tasting Room
8601 Mapleville Rd5.5 miles away. See website for up to date information. Firepits. Beer, coffee, TV, and mocktails.
14 miles. Located in the city of Frederick; great setting on Carroll Creek. Within walking distance to explore Attaboy Brewery, McClintock Distillery, Ward X, The Wine Kitchen, Delaplaine Arts Center…and the entire downtown Frederick scene is yours to explore. Wear your walking shoes :)
16 Einheimische empfehlen
Idiom Brewing Co.
340 E Patrick St14 miles. Located in the city of Frederick; great setting on Carroll Creek. Within walking distance to explore Attaboy Brewery, McClintock Distillery, Ward X, The Wine Kitchen, Delaplaine Arts Center…and the entire downtown Frederick scene is yours to explore. Wear your walking shoes :)
Red Shedman Farm Brewery And Hop Yard
13601 Glissans Mill Rd9.3 miles
1623 Brewing Company
Brewery and Marketplace nestled in beautiful small town Union Bridge MD. Food available.
Flood Zone Marketplace & Brewery
Brewery and Marketplace nestled in beautiful small town Union Bridge MD. Food available.
Food
Food. Nearby, the new Widespread Country Market has prepared meals ready to reheat, deli counter, general groceries, and giftshop. New Market down the road (at I-70 and Green Valley Rd)- has Vintage, The Derby, and a coffee shop in a quaint old Main Street area. Morgans is an American Grille- on Rt 144. Franks Italian on Rt 26/Libertytown Rd delivers. The city of Frederick has a lot of great options in historic downtown Frederick!
Libertytown. Casual italian. Great desserts.
Delivery available :)
Liberty Road shopping center, Dollar General and Liquor store are located there in case you forgot something. If you phone in your order, make sure you’ve called the Libertytown location, not Eldersburg.
Franks Pizza & Restaurant
11339 Liberty RoadLibertytown. Casual italian. Great desserts.
Delivery available :)
Liberty Road shopping center, Dollar General and Liquor store are located there in case you forgot something. If you phone in your order, make sure you’ve called the Libertytown location, not Eldersburg.
Local. Very casual; breakfast and lunch only. 200 North Second Street, Woodsboro, MD 21798. Proudly supports the military.
The Olde Towne Restaurant
200 North 2nd StreetLocal. Very casual; breakfast and lunch only. 200 North Second Street, Woodsboro, MD 21798. Proudly supports the military.
In Frederick. Be sure to request a table near the window on the second floor.
39 Einheimische empfehlen
Firestone's Culinary Tavern
105 N Market StIn Frederick. Be sure to request a table near the window on the second floor.
In Frederick. Never disappoints. Closed Sundays. Nice lunch on Saturday until 3pm. Make a reservation for dinner. Or find a seat in the bar.
63 Einheimische empfehlen
The Tasting Room
101 N Market StIn Frederick. Never disappoints. Closed Sundays. Nice lunch on Saturday until 3pm. Make a reservation for dinner. Or find a seat in the bar.
Restaurant Entrance is on Carroll Creek.
Parking: Carroll Creek Garage--44 East Patrick Street;
Next to the C. Burr Artz Library on E Patrick Street. Look for the Parking Signs on your left. Carroll Creek is a lovely brick-lined pedestrian zone bordering the creek.
Or park East All Saints Street Garage--- 125 East All Saints Street
On the corner of East All Saints and South Carroll Street if you want to stroll along the creek before your meal.
58 Einheimische empfehlen
the Wine Kitchen on the Creek
50 Carroll Creek WayRestaurant Entrance is on Carroll Creek.
Parking: Carroll Creek Garage--44 East Patrick Street;
Next to the C. Burr Artz Library on E Patrick Street. Look for the Parking Signs on your left. Carroll Creek is a lovely brick-lined pedestrian zone bordering the creek.
Or park East All Saints Street Garage--- 125 East All Saints Street
On the corner of East All Saints and South Carroll Street if you want to stroll along the creek before your meal.
In Frederick. Brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks. Destination for an imaginative Modern American menu served in a sophisticated yet relaxed space.
50 Einheimische empfehlen
Hootch and Banter
49 S Market StIn Frederick. Brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks. Destination for an imaginative Modern American menu served in a sophisticated yet relaxed space.
In Frederick. Burgers, steaks & brunches are served at this compact gastropub offering happy hours. Tucked away in an alley that runs alongside Brewers Alley; this place is not visible from the street; park at Church Street Garage.
26 Einheimische empfehlen
White Rabbit Gastropub
18 Market SpaceIn Frederick. Burgers, steaks & brunches are served at this compact gastropub offering happy hours. Tucked away in an alley that runs alongside Brewers Alley; this place is not visible from the street; park at Church Street Garage.
In Frederick. Weekly events line-up filled with specials, live music, and lively weekend nightlife.
Agave 137 Tequila Bar & Kitchen
In Frederick. Weekly events line-up filled with specials, live music, and lively weekend nightlife.
Truth and Beauty
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Located on Carroll Creek Way in Downtown Frederick
Artfully prepared cocktails and a variety of food- feature spirits from local distilleries and tasting flights. Also brunch on the weekends.
Distilled
221 B Shorebird StreetArtfully prepared cocktails and a variety of food- feature spirits from local distilleries and tasting flights. Also brunch on the weekends.
The Derby Restaurant & Bar
83 Old National PikeIn New Market
Located nearby in town of New Market which is 7miles near intersection of I70 and Rt 75/Green Valley Road. Sunday Brunch, Lunch and Dinner. See their site for info.
Vintage Restaurant
8 W Main StLocated nearby in town of New Market which is 7miles near intersection of I70 and Rt 75/Green Valley Road. Sunday Brunch, Lunch and Dinner. See their site for info.
Asian Bistro
11670 Old National PikeAt New Market interchange. I-70 & Rt 75.
Azteca Bar and Grill
In Walkersville. Great local Mexican restaurant bar in Walkersville.
The Smokehouse Restaurant at Antrim 1844
30 Trevanion RdExquisite experience.
On the edge of down town. Plenty of parking in their lot. Rockwell Brewery is in the same plaza.
Showroom is known for its modern-take on mid-Atlantic comfort foods including fried chicken, duck fat fries, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie fritters.
Its 7-day-a-week Brunch menu includes chicken & waffles, biscuits & gravy, steak & eggs, and smoked salmon served with a New York bagel from Orwashers.
Showroom
On the edge of down town. Plenty of parking in their lot. Rockwell Brewery is in the same plaza.
Showroom is known for its modern-take on mid-Atlantic comfort foods including fried chicken, duck fat fries, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie fritters.
Its 7-day-a-week Brunch menu includes chicken & waffles, biscuits & gravy, steak & eggs, and smoked salmon served with a New York bagel from Orwashers.
Prospect Pantry
New Market. Breakfast and lunch. Old feel with modern pops.
On Rt 26, 2.7 miles away. Deli counter and gift shop/decor. Ice Cream Fresh produce, pastries, pies. Cute general store. Build your own hoagie, wrap, sandwich in addition to deli salads. Local wine and beers
Widespread Country Market
On Rt 26, 2.7 miles away. Deli counter and gift shop/decor. Ice Cream Fresh produce, pastries, pies. Cute general store. Build your own hoagie, wrap, sandwich in addition to deli salads. Local wine and beers
Wedding Venues
Dulany's Overlook
5 miles away
Walker's Overlook
5 miles away
Ceresville Mansion
9 miles away
Morningside Inn
7 miles away
Springfield Manor Winery Brewery and Distillery
11836 Auburn Rd15 miles away
Antrim 1844
30 Trevanion RdThe Tannery Barn
Distilleries
Rosie Cheeks Distillery
On Rt 194 in Walkersville
Downtown Frederick. At Maxwell Alley and Patrick St.
Visit their Cocktail Lab for spirit flights, unconventional hand-crafted cocktails, cocktail flights, and to purchase spirit bottles and canned cocktails. You’re welcome to bring in outside food or order straight to your table from Maxwell’s.
10 Einheimische empfehlen
Tenth Ward Distilling Company
55 E Patrick StDowntown Frederick. At Maxwell Alley and Patrick St.
Visit their Cocktail Lab for spirit flights, unconventional hand-crafted cocktails, cocktail flights, and to purchase spirit bottles and canned cocktails. You’re welcome to bring in outside food or order straight to your table from Maxwell’s.
In the heart of downtown Frederick. While a distillery visit to McClintock has always focused on the spirits without any sort of dilution, the Back Bar (red doors) shows off those spirits in the cocktails for which customers might already be using those spirits at home.
21 Einheimische empfehlen
McClintock Distilling
35 S Carroll StIn the heart of downtown Frederick. While a distillery visit to McClintock has always focused on the spirits without any sort of dilution, the Back Bar (red doors) shows off those spirits in the cocktails for which customers might already be using those spirits at home.
McClintock's Back Bar
35 South Carroll StreetDowntown Frederick
Coffee
Coffee shops+
5 West Cafe
5 West Main StreetIn New Market. Cute, local owned
Gravel & Grind
15 East 6th StreetDowntown Frederick
Downtown Frederick. French bistro brunch, lunch, dinners, lighter fare. Intersection of 3rd and Market.
12 Einheimische empfehlen
Up on Market Cafe
301 N Market StDowntown Frederick. French bistro brunch, lunch, dinners, lighter fare. Intersection of 3rd and Market.
If you need it, this is the closest location, 2 miles away. Intersection of Rt 75 and Rt 26 in Libertytown.
Dunkin'
If you need it, this is the closest location, 2 miles away. Intersection of Rt 75 and Rt 26 in Libertytown.
Locally owned. On the way to Frederick just off Rt 26 on Market St.
12 Einheimische empfehlen
Dublin Roasters Coffee
1780 N Market StLocally owned. On the way to Frederick just off Rt 26 on Market St.
Sightseeing
Check their site for current events in Historic Downtown Frederick
8 Einheimische empfehlen
Downtown Frederick Partnership
19 E Church StCheck their site for current events in Historic Downtown Frederick
Who doesn't love a covered bridge? And a pretty drive to get there. Visit on on the way to or from Catoctin Breeze Winery.
Loy's Station Covered Bridge
13506 Old Frederick RoadWho doesn't love a covered bridge? And a pretty drive to get there. Visit on on the way to or from Catoctin Breeze Winery.
TAKE A HIKE! 10 DESTINATIONS IN FREDERICK COUNTY FOR HIKING ENTHUSIASTS
VisitFrederick d o t OrG has a ton of ideas.
Then search Take a Hike! On the site.
60 Einheimische empfehlen
Catoctin Mountain Park
14707 Park Central RdTAKE A HIKE! 10 DESTINATIONS IN FREDERICK COUNTY FOR HIKING ENTHUSIASTS
VisitFrederick d o t OrG has a ton of ideas.
Then search Take a Hike! On the site.
Catoctin Wildlife Preserve
13019 Catoctin Furnace RdCatoctin Mountain Park
14707 Park Central RdWashington Monument State Park is a public recreation area located approximately one mile (1.6 km) southeast of Boonsboro, Maryland. The park preserves the Washington Monument, a 40-foot-tall (12 m) tower honoring George Washington, the first President of the United States. The monument sits along the Appalachian Trail near the summit of South Mountain's Monument Knob. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.[4] The park is managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.[5]
Washington Monument State Park Trailhead Parking
Washington Monument State Park is a public recreation area located approximately one mile (1.6 km) southeast of Boonsboro, Maryland. The park preserves the Washington Monument, a 40-foot-tall (12 m) tower honoring George Washington, the first President of the United States. The monument sits along the Appalachian Trail near the summit of South Mountain's Monument Knob. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.[4] The park is managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.[5]