Harvest a pumpkin-inspired spa experience this fall at The Spa at Wintergreen Resort, nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of Wintergreen, Va. Seasonal treatments harness the antioxidant benefits of pumpkin, a bright orange fruit rich in beta carotene and vitamins A, C and E. Options include the skin-nourishing Pumpkin Chai Organic Massage, which uses pumpkin seed oil blended with organic sunflower and jojoba oils for deep hydration and relaxation. For exfoliation and renewed radiance, the Pumpkin Chai Pampering scrub combines an invigorating sugar polish with a Vichy shower, warm stone therapy and a full-body application of soothing oil. If you prefer facial care, the Autumn Harvest Facial and Wrap employs yam and pumpkin enzymes to gently resurface the skin, followed by a nourishing full-body oil wrap that leaves skin soft and supple.
Accommodations at the resort range from comfortable guestrooms and condominiums to private houses and exclusive properties, allowing guests to choose the setting that best suits their stay. After a restorative spa visit, stay active on the resort’s extensive grounds. The 11,000-acre property features a 45-hole championship golf course and tennis courts where you can work up an appetite for dinner.
Family-friendly outdoor activities are plentiful. The Discovery Ridge Adventure Center offers a 25-foot climbing tower with belay apparatus, a hybrid bungee-trampoline, and 18 holes of miniature golf set among giant rocks, trees and native plantings. For adrenaline-seekers, enjoy the Plunge Summer Tubing and an exhilarating zipline course. Evenings can include a campfire gathering complete with s’mores kits, a cozy option for families and friends.
When winter arrives, the resort transforms into a snowy playground. Guests can hit the slopes for skiing in the terrain park, glide across the ice at the outdoor skating rink, or try snow tubing at The Plunge. Ridgely’s Fun Park provides additional seasonal entertainment for children and families, ensuring there’s something to enjoy in every season.