Do you have a bucket list? I know you do! On the tip top of my bucket list for years has been a visit to Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest in Bedford County, VA. It's kind of a mini-Monticello. Jefferson sometimes stayed here for a few weeks at a time. He mostly used it as a hunting lodge. The house and grounds aren't all too impressive. But as a comparison/contrast to Monticello, it's definitely worth seeing. You can also see some of the archeological work they're doing to better understand the property and the people who lived and worked here (including slaves). It's only about a 20-minute drive from Lynchburg. A couple of pics:
Have a wonderful weekend!