Businesses by Category

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.

Enjoy your stay in this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located in a small residential neighborhood in the Town of Amherst. This home features self-check-in, free parking on premises, a private patio, a full kitchen, air conditioning, TV, WiFi, and more.

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.

Amherst Dry Cleaners is a second-generation family-owned business owned by Andy and Julie Mays.

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!

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.

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

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

Allpoint ATM is located inside CVS and is available for use during store hours.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Features: Dine-in / Takeout

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.

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.

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.

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

Owned by Amherst County residents, Derin and Kitty Foor, Loose Shoe Brewing Company 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

Tabb’s Cab, owned and operated by town resident, Charles Tabb, offers shuttle services to businesses and organizations near Amherst County.

Cindy’s Closet, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Cindy Tilton, sells women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, and other accessories on consignment.

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

Baine’s Books and Coffee, located in Second Stage | Amherst, offers specialty coffee, 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

Hangout on Main (HōM) is a smoothie shop, coffee shop and lounge that’s owned and operated by town resident, Angela Sundaramurthy.

Features: Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

Cindy’s Closet, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Cindy Tilton, sells women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, and other accessories on consignment.

A.L. Hudson & Son Construction is a Virginia Class A licensed commercial and home improvement contractor.

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

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.

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.

Karlin’s Construction, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Karlin Schrock, is a Virginia Class A licensed commercial and residential building contractor.

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.

LR Bryant Construction, owned and operated by town residents Leo and Betty Bryant, is a Virginia Class A licensed commercial and home building contractor.

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

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.

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.

Features: Nonprofit

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.

Baine’s Books and Coffee, located in Second Stage | Amherst, offers specialty coffee, 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

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

Features: Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

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

Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

Owned by Amherst County residents, Derin and Kitty Foor, Loose Shoe Brewing Company 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

Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

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

Features: Dine-in / Online Ordering / Takeout

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.

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

Features: Dine-in / Takeout

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

Features: Dine-in / Takeout

Amherst Dry Cleaners is a second-generation family-owned business owned by Andy and Julie Mays.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Sun Spoke Farms, established in 2024 and owned by Waukeshaw Development, is operated by Christina Kacinski and Jo Sorrell. As a Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) farm, they offer a variety of organic fruits, vegetables, and flowers.

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

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

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!

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.

Features: Curbside Pickup / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering

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!

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.

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.

Features: Nonprofit

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.

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.

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.

Features: Nonprofit

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

Nettle Moon Midwifery, owned and operated by Taylor James, offers pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support services.

Restorative Zen & Wellness, owned and operated by Brittany Watts, offers a variety of services, including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, reflexology, and infrared sauna treatment.

Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

Features: Delivery

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

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

One Legged Lawn Care is owned and operated by town resident Chris Dowdy.

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

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.

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.

Restorative Zen & Wellness, owned and operated by Brittany Watts, offers a variety of services, including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, reflexology, and infrared sauna treatment.

Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

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.

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.

Features: Nonprofit

Nettle Moon Midwifery, owned and operated by Taylor James, offers pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support services.

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.

Led by professional musicians and educators, the Sound Stage Music Program offers a variety of affordable music workshops and individual lessons for all ages. Lessons include clarinet, drums, piano, ukulele, violin, and vocal.

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.

Katlin Dodgion specializes in maternity, birth, newborn, milestone, family, and boudoir photography.

Ariel Grace Lawrence of Little Bird Photography specializes in maternity, birth, lifestyle, and boudoir photography.

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

Little Learners Preschool is a private institution dedicated to fostering the cognitive, social, and age-appropriate development of 2-year-old to school-aged children.

WAMV, an AM and FM 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.

Accupoint Title & Escrow offers title, escrow, and real estate closing services for residential and commercial properties and construction projects.

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.

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.

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

Features: Delivery

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

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

Baine’s Books and Coffee, located in Second Stage | Amherst, offers specialty coffee, 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

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

Features: Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

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

Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

Owned by Amherst County residents, Derin and Kitty Foor, Loose Shoe Brewing Company 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

Features: Dine-in / Drive-Through / Online Ordering / Takeout

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

Features: Dine-in / Online Ordering / Takeout

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.

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

Features: Dine-in / Takeout

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Delivery / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Takeout

Features: Dine-in / Takeout

Hangout on Main (HōM) is a smoothie shop, coffee shop and lounge that’s owned and operated by town resident, Angela Sundaramurthy.

Features: Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

Kinzer Street Land Surveyors, owned and operated by Joseph Schuppe, offers land surveying services.

Features: Gift Cards or Certificates

Tabb’s Cab, owned and operated by town resident, Charles Tabb, offers shuttle services to businesses and organizations near Amherst County.

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.

Cindy’s Closet, owned and operated by Amherst County resident Cindy Tilton, sells women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, and other accessories on consignment.

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

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

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

Tabb’s Cab, owned and operated by town resident, Charles Tabb, offers shuttle services to businesses and organizations near Amherst County.

Features: Gift Cards or Certificates