Historic Log Cabin near Danville, Virginia

There is plenty to do in the surrounding area. Those who want a gourmet experience will be thrilled to learn that there are two five star restaurants locally, Bistro 1888 in South Boston and Molasses Grill in Halifax. Those who want a slightly more casual local diner that serves up country favorites will love the Old 360 Diner. Those who love nature will want to visit Bugg’s Island and Kerr Lake in nearby Clarksville, the result of a dam that was built from 1947 through 1952 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in a spot in Mecklenburg County. The cabins are close to the Virginia International Raceway, a multi-purpose road course offering car and motorcycle racing, which draws thousands of visitors during the racing season. There are also NASCAR and local races at the South Boston Speedway. Connoisseurs must visit the Springfield Distillery and the Greenwood Vineyards to get a taste of the local tipple. The Berry Hill Resort and Conference Center is one of the best wedding venues on the entire eastern seaboard.