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116 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Centrally located in the Town of Amherst, the Amherst Inn offers a number of cozy rooms with either one queen or two double beds. Rooms include a coffee/tea maker, iron and ironing board, cable TV, and complimentary high-speed internet.

146 North Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Enjoy your stay in this 2-bedroom, 1-bath historic home located in the heart of the Town of Amherst. This home features self-check-in, free parking on premises, a full kitchen, washer/dryer, air conditioning, TV, WiFi, and more.

140 Union Hill Road, Amherst, VA 24521
Sun Spoke Farms Farmhouse, featuring 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, is perfect for a large family or a group of friends. Additional features include self-check-in, free parking, air conditioning, TV, WiFi, a lovely porch with comfortable seating and a swing bench, and more. Please note that the farmhouse does not include a full kitchen, but each room is outfitted with a mini fridge.

455 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Amherst Dry Cleaners is a second-generation family-owned business owned by Andy and Julie Mays.

105 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Lou’s Antique Mall, owned by Amherst County resident Robert Ogden, features a number of vendors that offer a wide variety of antique furniture, glassware, toys, collectibles, memorabilia, books, vintage clothing, and more.

171 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Vintage Shoppes of Amherst features antiques, vintage, shabby-chic, and repurposed furniture, home accessories, clothing, and jewelry. They feature a number of vendors, including Blue Sky Cottage, By Our Hands, Front Porch Pickin’, Salvaged Memories, Sensibly Chic by Sandi, The Shanty Girls, and more!
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

195 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Warehouse Antiques, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Tim Ware, offers an eclectic and ever-changing array of collectibles and antiques. Filling a few thousand square feet of one of the town’s historic buildings, it has quickly become one of South Main Street’s most iconic draws.

139 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 1897 in Lynchburg, Virginia, Schewels Home is one of the oldest furniture retailers in the United States. They carry indoor and outdoor furniture, mattresses, home decor, appliances, electronics, and lawn and garden equipment.
Features: Delivery

137 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Reedy’s Archery was founded by Chris Reed in Middleborough, MA, in 1993, and their location in the Town of Amherst was established in 2022. They carry a full range of archery equipment, offer repair services, and have an indoor practice range for customer use.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

112 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Allpoint ATM is located inside CVS and is available for use during store hours.

164 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Bank of the James was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia. In addition to normal banking services, the Amherst branch offers a drive-through ATM that is available 24 hours a day.

130 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
First National Bank was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Altavista, Virginia. In 2020, it completed a merger with Virginia Bank & Trust. In addition to normal banking services, the Amherst branch offers a drive-through ATM that is available 24 hours a day.

115 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Truist Bank was formed in 2019 as a result of the merger of BB&T and SunTrust Banks. In addition to normal banking services, the Amherst branch offers a drive-through ATM that is available 24 hours a day.

200 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
The Wells Fargo walk-up ATM is located in the Mountainview Plaza parking lot and is available 24 hours a day. Please note that there is no bank at this location.

157 Depot Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Andra’s Car Care, owned and operated by town resident Andra Higginbotham, offers professional detailing consisting of a wash, wax, and full shampoo.

302 Lexington Turnpike, Amherst, VA 24521
Amherst Garage offers automotive and ATV repair services.

107 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
C&C Auto and Truck Repair is located beneath Fisher Auto Parts. In addition to auto repair, they also sell Schaeffer oil and lubricants.
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164 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Bank of the James was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia. In addition to normal banking services, the Amherst branch offers a drive-through ATM that is available 24 hours a day.

130 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
First National Bank was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Altavista, Virginia. In 2020, it completed a merger with Virginia Bank & Trust. In addition to normal banking services, the Amherst branch offers a drive-through ATM that is available 24 hours a day.

115 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Truist Bank was formed in 2019 as a result of the merger of BB&T and SunTrust Banks. In addition to normal banking services, the Amherst branch offers a drive-through ATM that is available 24 hours a day.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Business Stewardship Solutions, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Melissa Mays, offers bookkeeping, book cleanup, and QuickBooks consulting, setup, and training.

198 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Loose Shoe Brewing Company, owned by Amherst County residents Derin and Kitty Foor, is located in the Ambriar Plaza shopping center. While they do not serve food, they occasionally host food trucks, and you’re always welcome to bring your own.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout
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Tabb’s Cab, owned and operated by town resident, Charles Tabb, offers shuttle services to businesses and organizations near Amherst County.

120 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Cindy’s Closet, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Cindy Tilton, sells women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, and other accessories on consignment.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

180 South Main Street, Suite 100, Amherst, VA 24521
Ruffles, Lace & Grace Boutique is owned and operated by Tabitha Gilliam. Founded in 2023, they offer clothing and accessories for women, girls, and babies.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

488 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Advanced Quality Coatings, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Daniel Summers, offers powder coating, high-temperature coating, and ceramic coating services. They work in small or large volumes on both personal and commercial projects.

190 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Baine’s Books and Coffee, located in Second Stage | Amherst, offers specialty coffee (Roadmap CoffeeWorks), scones, quiche, sandwiches, and other light fare. Their indoor dining area is surrounded by a selection of books.
Features: Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

194 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hangout on Main (HōM), owned and operated by town resident Angela Sundaramurthy, is a smoothie shop, coffee shop (Trager Brothers Coffee), and lounge.
Features: Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

120 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Cindy’s Closet, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Cindy Tilton, sells women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, and other accessories on consignment.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

429 South Main Street, Suite 101, Amherst, VA 24521
A.L. Hudson & Son Construction is a Virginia Class A licensed commercial and home improvement contractor.

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Bryant Electrical, owned and operated by town resident Frankie Bryant, is a Virginia Class B licensed electrical contractor. They serve residential and commercial clients.

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Dirt Works Loader Service, owned and operated by town resident Thomas Bain, offers excavating, grading, driveway restoration, new driveways, clearing, select logging, and concrete services.

533 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hickey Plumbing, Air & Electrical has been serving Central Virginia since 1979. Their services include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and generator sales, installation, and repair. They are a Generac sales and service dealer.

555 South Main Street, Suite B, Amherst, VA 24521
Karlin’s Construction, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Karlin Schrock, is a Virginia Class A licensed commercial and residential building contractor.

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LeakeCo Services, owned and operated by town resident Dillyn Leake, is a Virginia Class A licensed electrical contractor. They serve residential, commercial, and industrial clients and are a Generac sales and service dealer.

This business does not have a storefront
LR Bryant Construction, owned and operated by town residents Leo and Betty Bryant, is a Virginia Class A licensed commercial and home building contractor.

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Wayne Campbell Business and Home Improvement is a Virginia Class C licensed commercial and home improvement contractor. He serves residential and commercial clients.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Go With That Consulting, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Christina Ferrell, helps support first responders, service members, veterans, and their families with crisis intervention, peer training, and individual mental health consultation to address and mitigate the effects of prolonged exposure to trauma and stress.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Grounded Path Holistic Counseling, owned and operated by Shimila Keenum, provides a sanctuary for those seeking a holistic path to wellness. Services include weekly community ear acupuncture (5NP) clinics, mindfulness workshops, parenting classes, kundalini yoga, and individual, family, and group psychotherapy.

120 West Commerce Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Horizon Wellness Center, located in the L. Barnes Brockman, Sr. Business and Industrial Park, offers a variety of services and programs designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of its clients.
Features: Nonprofit

112 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
A service offered at CVS, CDReload allows you to deposit cash at the register, then convert your balance into cryptocurrency from your computer or mobile phone.
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190 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Baine’s Books and Coffee, located in Second Stage | Amherst, offers specialty coffee (Roadmap CoffeeWorks), scones, quiche, sandwiches, and other light fare. Their indoor dining area is surrounded by a selection of books.
Features: Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

188 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Bonfire Burgers & Bourbon is an upscale casual restaurant that’s owned and operated by chef Nate Gagnon and his wife, Rachel. Established in 2022, it features burgers and wood fire smoked classics with a fresh spin, and a bar with an extensive selection of whiskey, bourbon, and cocktails.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

196 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

184 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 2008 in Amherst, VA, El Mariachi is the Town of Amherst’s only Mexican restaurant. They offer a wide selection of lunch, and dinner options.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

114 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

198 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Loose Shoe Brewing Company, owned by Amherst County residents Derin and Kitty Foor, is located in the Ambriar Plaza shopping center. While they do not serve food, they occasionally host food trucks, and you’re always welcome to bring your own.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

135 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

200 Richmond Highway, Suite 102, Amherst, VA 24521
Number One Wok is located in the Mountainview Plaza shopping center and is the Town of Amherst’s only Chinese restaurant. Please note that they only accept cash or checks.
Features: Dine-in / Takeout

200 Richmond Highway, Suite 106, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Dine-in / Online Ordering / Takeout

883 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
An Amherst landmark, The Briar Patch was established in 1948 and was purchased by Joan Lingerfelt in 1986. Their menu includes a wide variety of dishes such as soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pastas, desserts, and more.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

102 Lexington Turnpike, Amherst, VA 24521
The Filling Station, owned by Lynchburg resident Daryl Burgess, is a local pub that offers a wide variety of food, craft beer on tap, and an extensive selection of bottled and canned beer to go. True to its name, it’s also a Marathon gas station.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

188 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

455 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Amherst Dry Cleaners is a second-generation family-owned business owned by Andy and Julie Mays.
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Bryant Electrical, owned and operated by town resident Frankie Bryant, is a Virginia Class B licensed electrical contractor. They serve residential and commercial clients.

533 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hickey Plumbing, Air & Electrical has been serving Central Virginia since 1979. Their services include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and generator sales, installation, and repair. They are a Generac sales and service dealer.

This business does not have a storefront
LeakeCo Services, owned and operated by town resident Dillyn Leake, is a Virginia Class A licensed electrical contractor. They serve residential, commercial, and industrial clients and are a Generac sales and service dealer.

183 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hill Hardware, owned and operated by the Turner family for four generations, is an Amherst institution. Offering everything from high-quality building supplies, tools, hardware, farm and garden supplies, fuel oil, and even an extensive rental operation, they have stood the test of time by meeting the needs of their customers through the decades.

122 Nicewood Place, Amherst, VA 24521
The Trailer Spot, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jacob DeMala, offers new and used trailer sales, rentals, repairs, and parts, as well as carports and steel buildings. Their wide selection of trailers includes everything from utility, flatbed, and dump trailers to heavy-duty enclosed cargo trailers.
Features: Delivery

This business does not have a storefront
Dirt Works Loader Service, owned and operated by town resident Thomas Bain, offers excavating, grading, driveway restoration, new driveways, clearing, select logging, and concrete services.
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Four Seasons Farm Market is an experienced group of farmers and bakers who love what they do. All of their products are grown and/or made by their vendors, not purchased elsewhere and resold.

163 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 1987 by town resident Sharon Turner, Hill House Interiors is an Amherst landmark. They offer furniture, home decor, handbags, jewelry, toys, gourmet food and wines, kitchen gadgets, and more!
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

105 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Lou’s Antique Mall, owned by Amherst County resident Robert Ogden, features a number of vendors that offer a wide variety of antique furniture, glassware, toys, collectibles, memorabilia, books, vintage clothing, and more.

139 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 1897 in Lynchburg, Virginia, Schewels Home is one of the oldest furniture retailers in the United States. They carry indoor and outdoor furniture, mattresses, home decor, appliances, electronics, and lawn and garden equipment.
Features: Delivery

171 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Vintage Shoppes of Amherst features antiques, vintage, shabby-chic, and repurposed furniture, home accessories, clothing, and jewelry. They feature a number of vendors, including Blue Sky Cottage, By Our Hands, Front Porch Pickin’, Salvaged Memories, Sensibly Chic by Sandi, The Shanty Girls, and more!
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

195 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Warehouse Antiques, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Tim Ware, offers an eclectic and ever-changing array of collectibles and antiques. Filling a few thousand square feet of one of the town’s historic buildings, it has quickly become one of South Main Street’s most iconic draws.
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1102 Washington Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Curbside Pickup / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering
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198 South Main Street, Suite 100, Amherst, VA 24521
Designs by Robin, a hair salon owned and operated by Amherst County resident Robin Rowland, has been serving the Town of Amherst for over 20 years!

567 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Hair Gallery Salon Studios, owned and operated by town resident Jaynene Casey, houses hair, nail, and massage micro studios that are operated independently by different artists. Their many services include hair cuts/color/styling, manicures, pedicures, massages, and reflexology.

183 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hill Hardware, owned and operated by the Turner family for four generations, is an Amherst institution. Offering everything from high-quality building supplies, tools, hardware, farm and garden supplies, fuel oil, and even an extensive rental operation, they have stood the test of time by meeting the needs of their customers through the decades.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Go With That Consulting, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Christina Ferrell, helps support first responders, service members, veterans, and their families with crisis intervention, peer training, and individual mental health consultation to address and mitigate the effects of prolonged exposure to trauma and stress.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Grounded Path Holistic Counseling, owned and operated by Shimila Keenum, provides a sanctuary for those seeking a holistic path to wellness. Services include weekly community ear acupuncture (5NP) clinics, mindfulness workshops, parenting classes, kundalini yoga, and individual, family, and group psychotherapy.

567 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Hair Gallery Salon Studios, owned and operated by town resident Jaynene Casey, houses hair, nail, and massage micro studios that are operated independently by different artists. Their many services include hair cuts/color/styling, manicures, pedicures, massages, and reflexology.

120 West Commerce Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Horizon Wellness Center, located in the L. Barnes Brockman, Sr. Business and Industrial Park, offers a variety of services and programs designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of its clients.
Features: Nonprofit

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Medical and Oncology Massage Associates, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jane Simms, offers medical and oncology massage that’s tailored to each client’s needs. Massage services include neuromuscular therapy, scar management massage, Swedish massage, and manual lymphatic drainage.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Nettle Moon Midwifery, owned and operated by Taylor James, offers pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support services.

220 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Restorative Zen & Wellness, owned and operated by Brittany Watts, offers a variety of services, including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, prenatal and postpartum massage, reflexology, and infrared sauna treatment.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

163 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 1987 by town resident Sharon Turner, Hill House Interiors is an Amherst landmark. They offer furniture, home decor, handbags, jewelry, toys, gourmet food and wines, kitchen gadgets, and more!
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

105 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Lou’s Antique Mall, owned by Amherst County resident Robert Ogden, features a number of vendors that offer a wide variety of antique furniture, glassware, toys, collectibles, memorabilia, books, vintage clothing, and more.

139 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 1897 in Lynchburg, Virginia, Schewels Home is one of the oldest furniture retailers in the United States. They carry indoor and outdoor furniture, mattresses, home decor, appliances, electronics, and lawn and garden equipment.
Features: Delivery

171 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Vintage Shoppes of Amherst features antiques, vintage, shabby-chic, and repurposed furniture, home accessories, clothing, and jewelry. They feature a number of vendors, including Blue Sky Cottage, By Our Hands, Front Porch Pickin’, Salvaged Memories, Sensibly Chic by Sandi, The Shanty Girls, and more!
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

195 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Warehouse Antiques, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Tim Ware, offers an eclectic and ever-changing array of collectibles and antiques. Filling a few thousand square feet of one of the town’s historic buildings, it has quickly become one of South Main Street’s most iconic draws.
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158 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
GoMeasure3D, founded in 1999 by Amherst County resident Darryl Motley, supplies professional 3D scanners and measurement technologies to help customers get the most accurate measurements in the quickest amount of time, design better products to market, implement quality control processes, or convey their ideas in 3D.

206 South Main Street, Suite 102, Amherst, VA 24521
Rucker Insurance Agency, originally established as the C. L. Scott Agency in 1887, has been owned and operated by town resident C. Manly Rucker III since 1988. They offer auto, business, home, and renter’s insurance, as well as estate bonds.
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139 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 1897 in Lynchburg, Virginia, Schewels Home is one of the oldest furniture retailers in the United States. They carry indoor and outdoor furniture, mattresses, home decor, appliances, electronics, and lawn and garden equipment.
Features: Delivery

122 Nicewood Place, Amherst, VA 24521
The Trailer Spot, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jacob DeMala, offers new and used trailer sales, rentals, repairs, and parts, as well as carports and steel buildings. Their wide selection of trailers includes everything from utility, flatbed, and dump trailers to heavy-duty enclosed cargo trailers.
Features: Delivery

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One Legged Lawn Care is owned and operated by town resident Chris Dowdy.
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C. Hope Makeup, owned and operated by town resident Cassidy Baier, offers traveling makeup services for photo shoots, weddings, proms, and other special events.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

567 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Hair Gallery Salon Studios, owned and operated by town resident Jaynene Casey, houses hair, nail, and massage micro studios that are operated independently by different artists. Their many services include hair cuts/color/styling, manicures, pedicures, massages, and reflexology.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Medical and Oncology Massage Associates, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jane Simms, offers medical and oncology massage that’s tailored to each client’s needs. Massage services include neuromuscular therapy, scar management massage, Swedish massage, and manual lymphatic drainage.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

220 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Restorative Zen & Wellness, owned and operated by Brittany Watts, offers a variety of services, including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, prenatal and postpartum massage, reflexology, and infrared sauna treatment.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Go With That Consulting, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Christina Ferrell, helps support first responders, service members, veterans, and their families with crisis intervention, peer training, and individual mental health consultation to address and mitigate the effects of prolonged exposure to trauma and stress.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Grounded Path Holistic Counseling, owned and operated by Shimila Keenum, provides a sanctuary for those seeking a holistic path to wellness. Services include weekly community ear acupuncture (5NP) clinics, mindfulness workshops, parenting classes, kundalini yoga, and individual, family, and group psychotherapy.

120 West Commerce Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Horizon Wellness Center, located in the L. Barnes Brockman, Sr. Business and Industrial Park, offers a variety of services and programs designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of its clients.
Features: Nonprofit

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Nettle Moon Midwifery, owned and operated by Taylor James, offers pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support services.

555 South Main Street, Suite A, Amherst, VA 24521
Outback Motortek East, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Mark Carrera, sells quality accessories such as crash bars, skid plates, and luggage racks for adventure motorcycles.

194 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Led by professional musicians and educators, the Sound Stage Music Program offers a variety of affordable music workshops and individual lessons for all ages. Current lessons include violin.
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567 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
The Hair Gallery Salon Studios, owned and operated by town resident Jaynene Casey, houses hair, nail, and massage micro studios that are operated independently by different artists. Their many services include hair cuts/color/styling, manicures, pedicures, massages, and reflexology.
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421 South Main Street, Suite 105, Amherst, VA 24521
Katlin Dodgion Photography, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Katlin Dodgion, specializes in maternity, birth, newborn, milestone, family, and boudoir photography.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

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Little Bird Photography, owned and operated by town resident Ariel Grace Lawrence, specializes in maternity, birth, lifestyle, and boudoir photography.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

163 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Amherst Presbyterian Preschool offers a Christian-based program founded on the principle that preschool-age children thrive in a positive, nurturing environment with ample opportunities for learning, exploration, and discovery.
Features: Nonprofit

350 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Little Learners Preschool is a private preschool dedicated to fostering the cognitive, social, and age-appropriate development of 2-year-old to school-aged children.
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132 School Road, Amherst, VA 24521
WAMV, an FM and AM radio station located in the Town of Amherst, has been owned and operated by Bob Langstaff since 1988. They broadcasts everything from gospel to bluegrass.

101 South Main Street, Suite C, Amherst, VA 24521
Accupoint Title & Escrow offers title, escrow, and real estate closing services for residential and commercial properties and construction projects.

198 South Main Street, Suite 102, Amherst, VA 24521
Family-owned Montague, Miller & Co. Realtors was founded in 1948 in Charlottesville, VA. The Amherst office is centrally located in the Town of Amherst, and has been serving the community since 2002.

183 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hill Hardware, owned and operated by the Turner family for four generations, is an Amherst institution. Offering everything from high-quality building supplies, tools, hardware, farm and garden supplies, fuel oil, and even an extensive rental operation, they have stood the test of time by meeting the needs of their customers through the decades.

122 Nicewood Place, Amherst, VA 24521
The Trailer Spot, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jacob DeMala, offers new and used trailer sales, rentals, repairs, and parts, as well as carports and steel buildings. Their wide selection of trailers includes everything from utility, flatbed, and dump trailers to heavy-duty enclosed cargo trailers.
Features: Delivery

107 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
C&C Auto and Truck Repair is located beneath Fisher Auto Parts. In addition to auto repair, they also sell Schaeffer oil and lubricants.

122 Nicewood Place, Amherst, VA 24521
The Trailer Spot, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jacob DeMala, offers new and used trailer sales, rentals, repairs, and parts, as well as carports and steel buildings. Their wide selection of trailers includes everything from utility, flatbed, and dump trailers to heavy-duty enclosed cargo trailers.
Features: Delivery

190 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Baine’s Books and Coffee, located in Second Stage | Amherst, offers specialty coffee (Roadmap CoffeeWorks), scones, quiche, sandwiches, and other light fare. Their indoor dining area is surrounded by a selection of books.
Features: Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

188 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Bonfire Burgers & Bourbon is an upscale casual restaurant that’s owned and operated by chef Nate Gagnon and his wife, Rachel. Established in 2022, it features burgers and wood fire smoked classics with a fresh spin, and a bar with an extensive selection of whiskey, bourbon, and cocktails.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

196 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

184 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Founded in 2008 in Amherst, VA, El Mariachi is the Town of Amherst’s only Mexican restaurant. They offer a wide selection of lunch, and dinner options.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

114 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

198 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
Loose Shoe Brewing Company, owned by Amherst County residents Derin and Kitty Foor, is located in the Ambriar Plaza shopping center. While they do not serve food, they occasionally host food trucks, and you’re always welcome to bring your own.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

135 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

200 Richmond Highway, Suite 102, Amherst, VA 24521
Number One Wok is located in the Mountainview Plaza shopping center and is the Town of Amherst’s only Chinese restaurant. Please note that they only accept cash or checks.
Features: Dine-in / Takeout

200 Richmond Highway, Suite 106, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Dine-in / Online Ordering / Takeout

883 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
An Amherst landmark, The Briar Patch was established in 1948 and was purchased by Joan Lingerfelt in 1986. Their menu includes a wide variety of dishes such as soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pastas, desserts, and more.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

102 Lexington Turnpike, Amherst, VA 24521
The Filling Station, owned by Lynchburg resident Daryl Burgess, is a local pub that offers a wide variety of food, craft beer on tap, and an extensive selection of bottled and canned beer to go. True to its name, it’s also a Marathon gas station.
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

188 Richmond Highway, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout
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194 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Hangout on Main (HōM), owned and operated by town resident Angela Sundaramurthy, is a smoothie shop, coffee shop (Trager Brothers Coffee), and lounge.
Features: Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

190 Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Kinzer Street Land Surveyors, owned and operated by Joseph Schuppe, offers land surveying services.
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415 South Main Street, Suite 108, Amherst, VA 24521
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

This business does not have a storefront
Tabb’s Cab, owned and operated by town resident, Charles Tabb, offers shuttle services to businesses and organizations near Amherst County.

158 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
GoMeasure3D, founded in 1999 by Amherst County resident Darryl Motley, supplies professional 3D scanners and measurement technologies to help customers get the most accurate measurements in the quickest amount of time, design better products to market, implement quality control processes, or convey their ideas in 3D.

120 Second Street, Amherst, VA 24521
Cindy’s Closet, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Cindy Tilton, sells women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, and other accessories on consignment.
Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

135 Ambriar Plaza, Amherst, VA 24521
The Episcopal Thrift Shop was founded in 1991 by Ascension Episcopal Church and St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Proceeds from its operation help provide emergency outreach assistance to those in need in the Amherst community. They offer a variety of items, including furniture, household goods, decor, books, clothing, and more. Donate goods or grab a deal and support families in need!
Features: Nonprofit

130 Ambriar Court, Amherst, VA 24521
The Indoor Yardsale serves as a fundraising tool for the Amherst County Habitat for Humanity. They offer a variety of items, including furniture, household goods, and decor. Donate goods or grab a deal and support families in need of affordable housing!
Features: Nonprofit

122 Nicewood Place, Amherst, VA 24521
The Trailer Spot, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Jacob DeMala, offers new and used trailer sales, rentals, repairs, and parts, as well as carports and steel buildings. Their wide selection of trailers includes everything from utility, flatbed, and dump trailers to heavy-duty enclosed cargo trailers.
Features: Delivery

This business does not have a storefront
Tabb’s Cab, owned and operated by town resident, Charles Tabb, offers shuttle services to businesses and organizations near Amherst County.
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