Belle Grove is located in the northern Shenandoah Valley near Middletown, Virginia. It was the home Major Isaac Hite and his wife Nelly Madison Hite, sister of President James Madison. Major Hite, grandson of Shenandoah Valley Pioneer Jost Hite, used enslaved labor to expand his original 483 acres to a prosperous 7500 acre plantation, growing wheat, raising livestock, and operating a large distillery and several mills. The Manor House, completed in 1797, was the centerpiece of the property and is open for touring today. MORE
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July 1-July 3, 2026 – Belle Grove to Limit Manor House Tours Due to High Heat
Since the Belle Grove Manor House does not have air conditioning and heat indexes of 103-106 are… more
Since the Belle Grove Manor House does not have air conditioning and heat indexes of 103-106 are… more
Saturday, July 4 – Belle Grove Closed July 4
Belle Grove will be closed on Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We will be open… more
Belle Grove will be closed on Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We will be open… more
Saturday, July 25, 5-8 p.m. – Bluegrass in the Barn
A summer tradition with Five of Kind Bluegrass! It is the perfect way to enjoy the Barn and… more
A summer tradition with Five of Kind Bluegrass! It is the perfect way to enjoy the Barn and… more
