2265 Beech Ave, Buena Vista, VA
Big selection of Amish products including bulk foods, dairy products, baked goods and more.
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Amish Stores in Virginia
Browse 11 Amish stores, markets, and shops in Virginia. Compare contact details, towns, store types, products, and route-planning notes before you visit.
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Virginia's Amish communities are among the most scenically situated in the eastern United States, nestled in the Shenandoah Valley and the surrounding mountain counties. With approximately 4,000 Amish residents, Virginia has a smaller Amish population than neighboring states, but the quality and character of its communities — set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the broad, fertile valley floor — make them among the most memorable to visit. The primary settlements are concentrated in Rockingham and Augusta counties, centered on the towns of Dayton and Harrisonburg.
The Shenandoah Valley communities near Dayton (Rockingham County) represent the heart of Virginia Amish country. This area has been home to Amish families since the mid-20th century, and the landscape of orderly farms, white farmhouses, and horse-drawn equipment moving along back roads is a striking contrast to the busy commercial corridor of Interstate 81 just a few miles away.
Virginia Amish communities tend to be less commercially developed for tourism than those in Pennsylvania or Ohio, which many visitors find appealing. Shopping and commerce happen at small home-based operations — furniture workshops, bulk food stores, and farm stands — rather than at large tourist-oriented businesses.
Communities & Character
The Dayton-area community in Rockingham County is the most accessible and commercially active in Virginia. A cluster of Amish-operated businesses — including furniture makers, quilt shops, harness makers, and at least one well-stocked bulk food store — operate within a few miles of Dayton along routes 257 and 613. The town of Harrisonburg, just a few miles northeast, provides lodging, restaurants, and services, making it a natural base.
Highland County's Amish settlement, centered around the Monterey area, is notably more isolated and conservative. Augusta County's community, south of Staunton, is smaller still but offers home-based shops for those willing to explore county roads.
What Virginia is Known For
- Custom hardwood furniture (oak and cherry bedroom and dining sets)
- Handmade quilts and quilted wall hangings
- Leather harness and tack (Rockingham County)
- Fresh eggs, raw milk cheeses, and butter
- Bulk baking supplies, grains, and natural foods
- Canned goods, apple butter, and preserves
- Handwoven baskets and wicker goods
- Maple syrup (Highland County)
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall are the best seasons to visit Virginia Amish country. April through June brings mild temperatures, blooming farmland, and the full operation of farm stands as the growing season ramps up. September and October are especially rewarding — harvest season brings peak produce availability, fall foliage frames the Shenandoah Valley dramatically, and the weather remains comfortable for driving rural roads.
Travel Tips
- Base yourself in Harrisonburg, which offers good lodging options and is within 10–15 miles of the Dayton-area Amish community.
- Bring cash in small bills; most Amish-operated businesses in Virginia do not accept cards, and change for large bills can be difficult at small home operations.
- Drive Routes 257 and 613 west of Dayton slowly and watch for hand-painted signs indicating shops — there is no formal Amish country map for Virginia as there is in Pennsylvania.
- Visit on weekdays (Tuesday through Friday) for the best selection and business availability; Saturdays see some closures and Sundays are strictly observed.
Cultural & Etiquette Notes
Virginia's Amish communities are Old Order, maintaining horse-and-buggy transportation, home worship services, and a rejection of grid electricity. The Shenandoah Valley location places these communities within a broader context of Mennonite and conservative Anabaptist history. Virginia Amish families are generally welcoming of commerce with outsiders but value privacy, and the smaller scale of the state's communities means interactions tend to be more personal and direct than in large tourist-oriented settlements.
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Plan your Amish getaway
Where locals shop
Berryville
The largest clusters are around Berryville, Boones Mill, Buena Vista with 1 listing.
Standout experiences
Farm Market
5 shops specialise in farm market, alongside general market, specialty store.
Trip timing
Check seasonal hours
1 listing is seasonal - late spring through fall delivers the fullest farm-market experience.
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Top towns to explore
- Berryville 1 store
- Boones Mill 1 store
- Buena Vista 1 store
- Dayton 1 store
- Dinwiddie 1 store
Signature finds
- bulk foods
- dairy products
- baked goods
- meats
- cheeses
- delicious food
204 E. Main St, Remington, VA
Carries a range of products from both Amish and non-Amish vendors. Amish meats and cheeses come from Lancaster County, PA and Ohio.
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2366 Tinkling Spring Road, Stuarts Draft, VA
This is a great store to shop and visit.
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3105 John Wayland Hwy Ave,, Dayton, VA
Lots of Amish folks selling their products. A wonderful place to visit and shop in a scenic area.
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Jubal Early Hwy, Boones Mill, VA
Owned and run by German Baptist Faith, similar to Mennonite.
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Booker T Washington Hwy, Wirtz, VA
Sells delicious food, canned items, and seasonal produce.
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13723 Boydton-Plank Rd, Dinwiddie, VA
Family-owned store providing baked goods and other delicious products, serving the Dinwiddie and surrounding community.
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831 Rockfish Rd, Waynesboro, VA
Country store with catering services.
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3748 South Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, VA
Owned and operated by Anderson’s family. They carry a range of products both Amish and non-Amish made. Some Amish meats and cheeses available.
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4869 Harry Byrd Highway, Berryville, VA
Features fresh produce grown both by Amish and local farmers.
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927 Orange Road, Pratts, VA
Mostly Mennonite items. Some Amish foods such as cashew crunch, macaroni salad mix, farmer’s cheese and popcorn available. Please try the chili soup and the three bean salad in the refrigerator section.
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Planning a visit to Virginia?
Cover multiple communities in a single trip and enjoy the food, craftsmanship, and hospitality that make Virginia's Amish heritage unique.
View all Virginia listingsTravel tips for Virginia
- Plan a loop through Berryville, Boones Mill, Buena Vista to experience different Amish communities without backtracking.
- Pair a morning stop at a farm market with an afternoon visit to general market and specialty store for souvenirs and pantry staples.
- Bring cash and a cooler - many Amish merchants prefer simple payments and fresh goods travel best when kept chilled.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Amish stores in Virginia?
The primary concentration of Amish stores in Virginia is in Rockingham County, particularly along and near Route 257 west of Dayton and Route 613 in the Briery Branch area, approximately 10 miles west of Harrisonburg. Here you can find furniture workshops, a bulk food store, quilt shops, and harness makers. Augusta County, south of Staunton, has a smaller number of home-based Amish shops. Highland County near Monterey has a remote community worth visiting for those willing to make the drive.
Is there Amish country in the Shenandoah Valley?
Yes — the Shenandoah Valley is home to the core of Virginia's Amish population. The Rockingham County community west and southwest of Harrisonburg is the most established and accessible, sitting directly in the valley floor and the adjacent foothills. The landscape here — broad fields, orderly farms, and the Allegheny Mountains rising to the west — makes this one of the most scenic Amish regions in the eastern United States.
What is unique about Virginia Amish communities?
Virginia's Amish communities stand out for several reasons. First, the setting is exceptional — the combination of Shenandoah Valley farmland, the Allegheny Mountains, and the cultural heritage of the region creates a context found nowhere else in Amish country. Second, the communities are relatively small and uncommercialized, meaning visitors encounter working farms and home-based businesses rather than large tourist operations. Third, Highland County's maple syrup production is a distinctive regional product.
Are there Amish stores near Harrisonburg Virginia?
Yes — the closest Amish community to Harrisonburg is in Rockingham County, roughly 8–15 miles west of the city along Route 257 toward Dayton and into the Briery Branch Road area. You can find a bulk food store with dry goods and natural products, furniture workshops, harness and leather shops, and seasonal farm stands with produce and baked goods. Harrisonburg itself serves as the practical base for exploring this area.