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10 Romantic Getaways Near DC For Your Next Couples Retreat

Updated: June 4, 2025 Published: January 29, 2024

Where to go for a spa weekend, vineyard retreat, private cottage with a view, and more.

About the Author...

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Jeremy Gassen, CTA is the General Manager of Iris Inn & Cabins and Afton Mountain Vineyards. With nearly 30 years in hospitality — from boutique B&Bs to large urban hotels — he is a Certified Tourism Ambassador and a member of the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Tourism Association. A Blue Ridge Mountains enthusiast and avid caver, Jeremy brings deep industry knowledge and a genuine passion for this corner of Virginia to everything he shares. 

Read more about Jeremy here.