A 106-acre Virginia Century Farm & Agritourism Destination on the James River
Scottsville, VirginiaBelle Meade Farm has been in the Goodwin family for over a hundred years. A working Virginia Century Farm — one of only 7 in Buckingham County — with rolling pastures, cattle, a stocked fishing pond, river access, and the warm hospitality of a central Virginia agritourism destination that truly welcomes guests.
Belle Meade sits on land historically part of the Snowden Estate, with ties to Virginia's early colonial history and the Jeffersons of Albemarle County. Archaeologists have surveyed the property searching for the Snowden plantation site — its precise location has not yet been confirmed, making it one of the more intriguing mysteries of the land.
Belle Meade welcomes every kind of visitor — couples celebrating something special, families needing open space, honeymooners wanting farm quiet, and anyone who simply needs a few days away.
One mile south of historic Scottsville. Twenty-five minutes south of Charlottesville, Monticello, and UVA. Minutes from Mount Ida Reserve, 40+ wineries, and craft breweries — your base camp for Virginia wine country, the Blue Ridge Mountains, James River adventures, and agritourism experiences unlike anything else in central Virginia.
Our original second-floor suite with sweeping James River views. Two queen bedrooms plus a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. Private entrance and patio.
A brand-new ground-floor suite now open. Queen bed, queen sleeper sofa in the living room, private entrance, walk-in shower, and a dedicated patio steps from the pastures.
Book both suites together for your group — 10 guests, 3 bedrooms plus 2 queen sleeper sofas across two private suites on a 106-acre Virginia Century Farm on the James River.
Belle Meade is home to weddings, Riverside Gatherings, Farm-to-Batteau Dinners, and private celebrations — hosted by the James River Batteau Company, experts in crafting unforgettable river experiences on the James.
Sailcloth tent, tobacco barrels, string lights at dusk, acoustic music, and the James River as your backdrop. We provide the land — 106 acres of Virginia Century Farm on the James River. They bring the hospitality, the storytelling, and the magic. Together, one of the most unique event settings in central Virginia.
Questions about the farm, dates, or availability? Send us a note, or call or text us directly.
Airbnb & VRBO listing coming soon
Weddings & Private Events
Events at Belle Meade's river landing are hosted by the James River Batteau Company — weddings, Riverside Gatherings, Farm-to-Batteau Dinners, and private celebrations.
For all event inquiries, reach out to the James River Batteau Company directly:
Belle Meade draws guests from all over — families, couples, wedding parties, academics, and anyone who simply wants a quiet, beautiful place in central Virginia.
A fireplace, private entrance, river access at sunset, and farm quiet that genuinely restores — made for couples and anyone celebrating something. 25 min from Charlottesville wine country.
Twenty-five minutes south of UVA — the quiet alternative to Charlottesville hotels. Popular for Parents Weekend, prospective student visits, UVA Medical Center, and anyone who wants easy access to Charlottesville without staying downtown.
A short drive from Monticello, Ash Lawn-Highland, Mount Ida Reserve, and 40+ wineries across central Virginia wine country. A natural home base for history and wine country itineraries.
Three outfitters minutes away for tubing, kayaking, and rafting. River access directly from the farm. This stretch of the James at the Scottsville horseshoe bend is one of the most scenic and accessible in all of central Virginia.
The Goodwin family has farmed this land for over a hundred years. Pam and George have worked these 106 acres for decades — raising cattle, tending the pastures, and keeping the farm. Their son Charlie grew up here and now manages guest operations. When you stay at Belle Meade, you're a guest of a real working family — not a hospitality company.